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Derek Anthony to play free show at Yacovelli’s Country crooner Derek Anthony was born and raised in Florissant and is headed home for a CD release party on December 26 from 7:30 – 10pm at Yacovelli’s. His latest single “Cowboy Way” is gaining in popularity because it is played each time the Dallas Cowboys make a touchdown at home games and country radio stations are playing it at a rate of about 900 plays a week. Growing up in Florissant, Derek played just about every instrument out there as he progressed through school, attending Combs Elementary, Ferguson-Florissant, and finally McCluer High School. “Patty Ruggles was my [high school] choir teacher,” he remembers. “I’ve been trying to find her, and I can’t find her. I just want to give her and tell her thank you for everything you did for me. She gave me a lot of confidence: As a dude in high school, back then before the Glee days, singing wasn’t that popular. I was an athlete and took some slack from the boys. She was supportive and a positive influence.” Locals may know Derek’s parents, the Blubaughs, who have lived in the area since 1967 and are really involved in the community. They might even remember Derek’s performances in the high school musicals Hello Dolly and The Music Man.

Derek almost played Professor Harold Hill in Music Man. But, he explains, “I was entrenched with baseball and really taking it seriously, and I thought am I going to have time to do it? Harold Hill? I can’t be 100% dedicated. So I was in the quartet; the bass singer. We were really good. It was me, Gene Stephens, Beau Byson and Gary Peineke.” (Derek is almost sure this is how to spell his high school friends’ last names.) “That’d be cool if they could come to this event, and we could get a picture. I have a picture of us from high school. We look like the biggest dorks but it was so fun. I wish someone had a copy of that performance on video. Maybe we could sing ‘Goodnight, Lady.’ And I’d love an ‘after’ picture.” Derek is grateful to Ms. Ruggles and the whole Florissant community, which is why he has chosen to host his official St. Louis CD release party at Yacovelli’s absolutely free for anyone who wants to attend. This way he can give back to the community that gave him the courage to take a chance and make a career out of country music. Derek is launching his sophomore album Cowboy Way under his own label, B L U A N T Music Group, in December. With Steve Mandile producing the album in Nashville, this album will be

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as strong as any artist’s in the business. All of Derek’s music can be found on all the major musical websites. Derek has always had a passion for music: instrumentally and vocally. From the age of six, Derek was singing George Strait, Kenny Rogers, to Glen Campbell. With the diversity of instrument experience, this gives Derek a wide range of styles and patterns to pull from while writing, performing, and composing songs. See DEREK ANTHONY page 2

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Derek Anthony from cover Derek enjoys writing creative lyrics that have a simple cadence. Moreover, turning a negative quality or situation into a comical play on words is also a goal for Derek. The country music listener has always accepted this notion with open arms. Some of Derek’s influences are Garth Brooks, George Strait, Billy Joel, Randy Travis, Brad Paisley, Keith Whitley, Alabama, Eric Clapton, Eagles, Alan Jackson, Toby Keith, Frank Sinatra, and 80’s rock. Derek can best be described as a contemporary country style with some traditional taste of country music embedded into his sound and feel. Most comments from fans are a cross between Brad Paisley and Dierks Bentley style/sound, but of course, Derek prefers to have his unique sound to stand out from the rest of the pack. The event will feature a concert by Derek with a great band of St. Louis musicians. “I’ll talk about my songs, the struggles of the music business, and play with old friends from the St. Louis area,” Derek says. “Yacovelli’s is donating a ballroom and their staff to let me have the event for free. It’s free for the crowd. It’s in Florissant, my hometown. I’m not looking to charge people since I don’t get home much; maybe once a year. I want to come say hello to all the Missouri folks and let them hear my new material.” Be sure to add this event to your calendar and don’t miss the opportunity to hear Florissant’s own Derek Anthony as he brings a free concert event to Florissant to celebrate the release of his

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latest album Cowboy Way. Meet Derek, get your photo taken with him, and have a chance to purchase the new CD and other merchandise. You can find more about Derek at these urls: Twitter: www.twitter.com/derekanthonymus Facebook: www.facebook.com/derekanthonysmusic Youtube: www.youtube.com/derekanthony100 Internet: www.derekanthony.net Derek is a supporter of the NOCC. Ovarian Cancer is the silent killer and the awareness must increase. “Ovarian Cancer is more than a woman’s disease.” Derek is working with the Dallas/Ft Worth chapter president and also the national NOCC office. Derek will be performing at several Run/Walks for the NOCC throughout the U.S. Please see www.whyteal.org for more information about the non-profit organization.

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Daughters of the American Revolution Supports the USO Members of the Caroline Close Stuart Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) are teaming up with the USO of Missouri, Lambert International Airport. The Chapter found out about a need through several of the members who volunteer at the USO on a regular basis. The USO presents bags containing new books and a small stuffed animal to US Military dependents toddler to age 10. These young dependents are at the airport to welcome home or say goodbye to a deployed US Military family member or are traveling with their parents to another duty station. A nonprofit, congressionally chartered, private organization, the USO relies on the generosity of individuals, organizations and corporations to support its activities. The USO is not part of the U.S. government, but is recognized by the Department of Defense, Congress and President of the United States, who serves as

Honorary Chairman of the USO. Members of the Chapter collected over 80 new books and new stuffed animals under the leadership of the Literacy Chairman, Lauri Henry. Valued at over $900 the Chapter welcomes donations to this worthy project. Henry says. “DAR is a patriotic organization honoring the men and women who formed the roots of this country.” One of the DAR’s objectives is ‘Patriotic: to cherish, maintain, and extend the institutions of American freedom, to foster true patriotism and love of country, and to aid in securing for mankind all the blessings of liberty.’ Supporting the USO in this aspect of their program at the St. Louis Airport location is just one way our chapter supports our military families. “ Contact Chaplain, Marcy Hosty at 636.294.3248 to donate books or stuffed animals or you may also find us on the web at www. mssdar.org/ccstuart for more information.

Delta Dental of Missouri Names Best and Worst Halloween Treats for Teeth “Another way to protect teeth is to give kids something other than candy,” Dr. Hoffman said. Nearly 25 percent of parents hand out non-candy items to trickor-treaters, such as toys, money or fruit.1 For additional tips on how to help keep children’s teeth healthy during Halloween and all year long, visit the Tooth Fairy’s Halloween website at www.toothfairytrickytreats.com. To obtain helpful oral health news and information, visit Delta Dental of Missouri’s microsite at www.GoodHealthStartsHere.org, find them on Facebook or follow them on Twitter @ DeltaDentalMO.

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Little ghosts and goblins will trick-or-treat to collect amount of time sugar stays in contact with teeth. And as much candy as they can this Halloween, but it’s not calcium could help protect tooth enamel. However, just kids who will enjoy the treats. Nearly 80 percent chocolate with fillings, such as caramel and nuts, is a of parents admit they eat their children’s Halloween lot more harmful for teeth than the plain variety. candy, according to the Delta Dental Children’s Oral • Delta Dental’s survey says 86 percent of kids eat Health Survey.1 But some candies have the potential chocolate at Halloween. to do more damage to teeth than others. 4. Hard candy (such as lollipops or mints) “Choose candy that melts and disappears quickly,” Hard candy is tough on teeth because it tends to be said Larry Hoffman, DMD, dental consultant for Delta sucked on at a leisurely pace for an extended period of Dental of Missouri. “The longer teeth are exposed to time. Plus, chomping down on hard candy can chip or sugar, the longer bacteria can feed on it, which could break teeth. produce cavity-causing acid.” • Delta Dental’s survey says 50 percent of kids eat Dr. Hoffman says the best way to protect teeth from hard candy at Halloween. decay is to have candy in small portions at limited 5. Chewy candy (such as caramels or times, such as after a meal, as dessert or at regular gummies) snack times. Nearly 90 percent of parents say their Chewy, sticky treats are particularly kids consume Halloween candy this way.1j damaging because they are high in sugar, “It’s best to avoid letting kids snack on candy spend a prolonged amount of time stuck throughout the day,” said Dr. Hoffman, “and it’s ex- to teeth and are more difficult for saliva to tremely important that kids brush their teeth or at break down. least rinse with water after eating sweets. Remember • Delta Dental’s survey says 57 percent of that high sugar diets are detrimental to oral and over- kids eat chewy candy at Halloween. all health.” While no sweets are good for teeth, some are less harmful than others. Below, Delta Dental of Missouri rates the ARTIST STUDIOS & GALLERIES LOUISIANA ‘50 MILES OF ART’ best and worst treats for teeth PARTICIPANTS on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being 1 St. Louis Univ. Henry Lay Sculpture Park least harmful. Two mile self-guided Sculpture Tour Hannibal-31 mi. through the scenic woods or a shorter 1. Sugar-free candy and Children’s Park at the entrance. 1 Located off Hwy. 54 approx. Rt. 79 Enjoy the scenic drive gum with xylitol HWY 79 3 miles west of Louisiana on from Clarksville to Hannibal Scenic Hwy UU. Turn on to UU and Byway Sugar-free foods don’t con3 miles to brick columns & Missouri Route go entrance on the left. UU tain sugar that can feed on the 573-754-4726 bacteria in the mouth and proHWY Illinois N 54 duce decay-causing acids. Gum Pewter 2 ASL Tennessee St. Tom and Pat and candy with xylitol may acHooperTraditional 4 and original pewter 3 tually protect teeth by reducing ware 6 5 Georgia Street 123 S. 3rd St. the acids produced by bacteria 7 Sat/Sun 9-6 2 573-754-3435 S. Carolina St. and increasing saliva to rinse 9th 5th 7th St. Street Studio St. St. 3 Main Carol Oldani away excess sugars and acids. HWY Y 79 121 N. Main St. 3rd. Oil paintings, encaustics, St. • Delta Dental’s survey says sculpture, adult classes. Sat 10 - 5/Sun 11 - 5 44 percent of kids eat sugar573-754-6538 free candy at Halloween. Louisiana Purchase Gallery 4 The 124 N. Main St., 2nd. floor Works by Assorted artists 2. Powdery candy (such as Sat/Sun 10 - 5 sugar straws) Pea Studio Railroad 5 Kae Bridge Kristen Powers Sure, powdery candy is 417 Georgia St. Mixed media art & illustration CLARKSVILLE-11 mi. packed with pure sugar. But Sat/Sun 10 - 5 314-750-9975 Follow scenic Rt. 79 North to powdery candy dissolves Clarksville, from I-70 , Just 7 Reflections THE STUDIO at Seventh Of Missouri a beautiful 60 minute drive 6 quickly and doesn’t stick to the Jon Moran 107 S. 9th. St. 701 Georgia St. Pen and ink/watercolors Welded steel sculpture by John Stoeckely teeth. and other multi-media art Over 175 images of historical sites, Sat/Sun 10 5 universities and colleges, 3. Chocolate (such as candy 573-754-4001 mills and barns, wildlife and lighthouses plus bars) Also The Louisiana Mural much more. Organization Inc. Drive around Downtown and see Sat/Sun 10 - 5 Chocolate dissolves quickly 573-754-6634 many of the City’s more than 20 murals in the mouth and can be eatMissouri’s Picturesque Rivertown en easily, which decreases the

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Ronnie Wright Honored as Maryland Heights’ 2013 Volunteer of the Year At the October 17 City Council meeting, Mayor Mike Moeller presented resident Ronnie Wright with the city’s 2013 Volunteer of the Year award. Wright has shared her time and energy with a wide range of organizations over the past decade. She has been extremely active in the Pattonville School District, serving on the Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Council and the Rose Acres Elementary and Remington Traditional School Parent Teacher Organizations. She was also a volunteer in the successful campaign to pass the Legacy School Improvements bond issue in 2010. Wright also assists with event planning and clerical duties at St. Louis Crisis Nursery; provides animal therapy to preschoolers and seniors through North County Obedient Training Club; and offers end-of-life comfort and companionship to hospice patients with Heartland Hospice. Wright is a graduate of the city’s two civic education programs, the Citizens Police Academy and Maryland Heights University, and completed emergency preparedness training with the Maryland Heights Fire Protection District’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). According to resident Amy Cutrell, who nominated McClain for the award, “This truly great Maryland Heights resident, equipped with a concern for others, not only helps her community and school district, she sits with the most vulnerable so they won’t have to die alone. She is a living angel.” The Volunteer of the Year Award was established to identify outstanding individuals who live or work in the Maryland Heights community for sharing their time, energy, expertise or other resources with non-profit organizations in the city and the region. Nominations are sought from the public and reviewed by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission. The winner is then approved by the City Council.

Volunteers Needed In North St. Louis County Would you like to find a “cause” near your home, where you can contribute time and really help out? Are you a “people person” who enjoys interacting with others, especially individuals who will appreciate an interested listener? If so, you may be interested in a program offered by the Saint Louis County Department of Human Services’ County Older Resident Program (CORP). CORP’s Neighbor Driving Neighbor program matches volunteers with older adults living nearby and needing rides for medical appointments. Having never learned to drive, or no longer able to do so, many older residents also are unable to access public or even senior transportation and are not able to afford taxis. Family members may live out of town, work full time or have serious health issues that impact their ability to help out when needed. Through the efforts of dedicated volunteers, CORP’s Neighbor Driving Neighbor program provides a vital link that enables seniors to stay healthy and remain living independently in the community. Volunteers use

their own cars for rides that are scheduled in advance and are free of charge for seniors. The program offers volunteers flexibility for designating preferred days and hours, as well as geographic areas to which they will drive. Orientation and mileage reimbursement, plus other educational and social activities also are available. CORP provides many opportunities for helping older adults, utilizing professional skills, plus assisting with administrative activities. To learn more about the Neighbor Driving Neighbor program or other volunteer openings, please call CORP at 314.615.7430.

Ferguson Police Chief Walks to Cure Diabetes “A record turnout of new and returning family and corporate Walk teams is bringing the JDRF Greater Missouri and Southern Illinois Chapter close to this year’s $1.3 million dollar fundraising goal,” said Dr. John A. Pieper, President of the St. Louis College of Pharmacy and returning Corporate JDRF Walk Chair. The annual Walk is JDRF’s flagship fundraising program, and is essential to JDRF’s ability to award research funding and act as a powerful advocate in the T1D (type 1 diabetes) community. Any walker can tell you that the Walk is fun, celebratory, and incredibly rewarding. Since 1992, the JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes has raised more than $1 billion for T1D

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have reached this milestone through the donations, large and small, raised by Walkers. Every step, every participant, and every dollar raised brings JDRF closer to a goal of creating a world without T1D. For more information or to donate, visit stl.jdrf.org

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Halloween Tips for Parents and Homeowners Here are a few tips from www.whattodowiththekids. com that will hopefully prepare parents for make the evening fun for everyone. 1. Encourage the kids to use facial make up instead of a mask. 2. Spend the extra dollar and purchase quality makeup. You don’t want your kid to have that same look weeks later. 3. If possible, design the costume to accommodate a sweater or even a jacket underneath depending on the weather. 4. Make sure that all costumes and accessories are flame resistant. 5. Keep in mind how much walking they’ll be doing for their age. You don’t want to have to carry your little ghoul home. 6. Carry extra bags to dump candy in so the kids don’t get overly tired. 7. If you have more than one kid to supervise, try bringing a wagon or cart to unload the candy in as they go door to door. 8. If you’re taking other kids with you, set out the rules before you leave and make sure they understand. 9. Instruct the kids to stay with you and off the lawns and out of the gardens. 10. Remind the kids to say thank you, even if they get crappy candy. 11. Be prepared to carry their props after a while. 12. Inspect all candy when you get home. Throw away homemade, unwrapped or open candy. 13. Let them have one piece of wrapped candy while

on the walk as a treat/break. 14. Bring a flashlight and give them glow sticks to wear. 15. Don’t let them walk in the middle of the streets. Cars will still travel on roads October 31st. 16. If the front light is out but they have Halloween decorations, there is a good chance that they have no more candy. 17. If the lights are out and don’t have any decorations, the people are most likely hiding in the back and have no candy to give. 18. Carry a small, portable first aid kit for those little cuts and injuries. 19. Many people bring their dogs with them and dress them up in costumes such as a hot dog or a devil. Instruct the kids to ask the owner if they can pet the animal BEFORE they do. There is a good chance that the animal is embarrassed to be in a costume and may want to take it out on a kid. 20. When the kids go to the door, stay close by and watch carefully. 21. Set a strict curfew for older kids that go out on their own. 22. Kids are NEVER to go into the house unless YOU know them. 23. If you have to drive, slow down more than usual. 24. Give the kids a snack before they go out. They won’t complain about being hungry and want to eat the candy. 25. Take half the candy and place it in the freezer for use in the summer.

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Info: 636.946.7776 www.historicstcharles.com/ things-to-do/christmas-traditions/ The celebration is staged in a charming village on the Missouri River know as Saint Charles. Close your eyes and listen to the sound of horses’ hooves on the brick street, and the sweet holiday music of the fife. Capture in your mind the essence, that time in America when life was simpler, and

November 2, Doors open at 6pm, Concert begins at 7pm Location: Foundry Art Centre, 520 N. Main Center, Saint Charles Admission: $10 for FAC members, $15 for nonmembers Info: 636.255.0270 www. foundryartcentre.org/performances.aspx Come dance, swing, and listen to the Sentimental Journey Dance Band! Directed by Russ Dieterich, the Band has gained stature as one of the best big bands in the Midwest. Featuring a tight ensemble sound and a spirit of musical family rare in big bands today, the Sentimental Journey Dance Band has been pleasing dancing and listening audiences for over 30 years. The ability of the Band to play music for all ages continues to insure their ever increasing popularity, and has resulted in their latest CD release, Sentimental Journey Flying High. Share the fun of big band music “from the 40’s to the Present” with a performance filled with toe-tapping fun, energy, and musical enthusiasm.

Here are a few tips for homeowners on Halloween: 1. Keep the path to your door clear of all obstacles and well lit. 2. Don’t terrorize the kids. It’s all about fun and not making them wet their pants. 3. Be extremely careful with the candle in your pumpkin so that nothing bursts into flames, including a kid’s costume. Consider using a battery powered light or glow sticks. 4. Use flashlights, glow sticks or electric lights with the power cord safe and secured. 5. If you have a dog, keep it in another room and away from the door. 6. If you’re going to give candy, give only store bought and wrapped items such as chocolate bars, chips, etc. Loose candy will be thrown out by the parents. 7. Alternative giving can include pencils, erasers or stickers with a Halloween theme. 8. If you’ve spent a lot of time on your Halloween display, you may want to consider putting some sort of SAFE fencing around it so that everyone can enjoy it without it being trampled. 9. Halloween candy is magically calorie and fat free on October 31st so feel free to use the “one for you, one for me” rule. 10. Check out our website for more tips and special effects. Discover all kinds of things to do with your kids at whattodowiththekids.com.

Christmas was elegant and magical. Regardless of the evening or weekend you choose to visit Christmas Traditions, we promise you will find the genuine, warm tradition of a Saint Charles welcome. The hospitality of Christmas Traditions is exceeded only by the very magical Spirit of Christmas.

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New Branch Managers Named at Two St. Johns Bank Locations

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St. Johns Bank recently named new branch managers at two locations. Wendy Cahill, assistant vice president-branch manager is now located at the St. Johns Bank Bridgeton location, 11965 St. Charles Rock Road. She had been the Branch Manager at the bank’s Harvester location, 4001 Old Highway 94 South. Cahill has been with the bank since 1998. Shanika Jones was promoted to assistant vice president-branch manager at the St. Johns Bank Cave Springs branch located in St. Peters, 1053 Cave Springs Road. She was previously the Branch Operations Officer at the Main Bank, 8924 St. Charles Rock Road. Jones has been with the bank since 2002. She holds an associate’s degree in Business Administration from Florissant Valley Community College. Founded in 1926, St. Johns Bank is a locally owned, community bank with five full-service locations in St. Louis and St. Charles counties, serving the entire metropolitan St. Louis area. For more information on the bank or our services, please call 314.428.1000 or log on to www.stjohnsbank.com

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30 Years in Florissant Fritz’s Frozen Custard, named “Best Frozen Custard” this year by The Riverfront Times, Sauce Magazine and Suburban Journals, is celebrating 30 years in business having opened their first store in Florissant, Mo in 1983. Other locations include St. Peters, West County, O’Fallon and Wentzville. All Fritz’s Frozen Custard locations are serving the Fritz’s Championship Split, specially created for our baseball team bringing the World Series to St. Louis. “It’s a delicious banana split made with four ’winning’ scoops of Fritz’s va- photo courtesy of fritzsfrozencustard.com nilla frozen custard instead of three, topped with strawberries, blueberries, marshmallow and red sprinkles—red, white and blue for our favorite past time—Baseball in St. Lou”, said Debbie Fritz, co-owner with husband Terry Fritz.

Soroptimist 40th Annual Fashion Show For over 40 years, this small, totally womenbased volunteer organization has been raising funds to support organizations and individuals that primarily serve women and children’s needs. “Often the unforgotten smaller agencies and the most underfunded groups apply for and receive our hard earned contributions,” says Judy Bick, past president and this year’s fashion show committee chairman. “We plan four fund raising events a year, and our fashion show is usually attended by hundreds of very supportive friends of Soroptomist.” “Our members are very, very busy successful

women who still find time to give of themselves to our very needed and worthwhile organization,” says Beverly Girardier, President, “Now, we need help from the community, by supporting our Fashion Show just by attending our $25 a person event. We will show fashions through the decades, have a fabulous lunch at Orlando Gardens, in Maryland Heights, win prizes and bid on amazing Gift Baskets.” The doors open on November 2 at 11:30; lunch is served at 12:30. Call 314.837.4881 for tickets. Visit our website at www.soroptimiststlouis.com.

Doerhoff, Pozaric Named To Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri Board of Directors Donna Doerhoff and Steven Pozaric are the newest members of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s Board of Directors. Doerhoff is Director of Accounting and Auditing Assistant Director for BKD, a certified public accountancy and advisory firm, while Pozaric is a partner with the Armstrong Teasdale law firm. As board members, they

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Pattonville Board Earns Missouri Outstanding Board Award The Pattonville Board of Education was named a 2013 Outstanding Board of Education for Governance, Leadership and Accountability by the Missouri School Boards’ Association (MSBA). To be eligible for the award, a district had to earn at least 12 out of 14 points on the state’s annual performance review (APR), which measures how well a district is performing against state standards related to academic achievement. Pattonville earned a perfect score (14 out of 14) in 2012 and 2013 on The Pattonville Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. Mike Fulton are shown accepting the Missouri Outstanding Board of Education Award from Dr. Carter Ward, MSBA executive its APR. director. Shown are, from left, Ward, Ruth Petrov, Cindy Candler, Tami Hohenstein, Jeanne Pattonville’s board is one of Schottmueller, Fulton, Bob Dillon, Ron Kuschel and Ralph Stahlhut. 10 school boards selected by sion Project. Winners in their respective catMSBA as Missouri’s Outstanding Boards of Education for 2013. The awards egory were selected by a committee made up of were announced at the 2013 MSBA annual con- school board members from districts throughout ference on October 5. The award program rec- the state. MSBA recognized a total of 10 school ognizes outstanding performance in six catego- districts in only three out of the six possible catries: teaching, learning and assessment; human egories this year. The Pattonville Board of Education won MSand organizational capital; climate, culture and BA’s Outstanding Board of Education Award in organizational efficacy; school finance resources; physical and environmental resources; and gov- 2002 and was a finalist for the award in 2008 and ernance, leadership and accountability. Patton- 2011. Members of Pattonville’s Board of Educaville’s school board is one of four boards in the tion are: Jeanne Schottmueller, president; Ron state to earn the award in the area of governance, Kuschel, vice president; Tami Hohenstein, secretary; Ralph Stahlhut, treasurer; Cindy Candler, leadership and accountability. This is the first year Outstanding Boards of director; Bob Dillon, director; and Ruth Petrov, Education awards were aligned to six specific director. categories of the Missouri Public Education Vi-

Underwood Library at STLCC-Florissant Valley Gets New Collaborative Tool The David L. Underwood Library at STLCC-Florissant Valley has a new tech toy. Staff recently acquired media:scape®, a collaborative station that allows participants to access and share digital information equally, quickly and seamlessly. This Students using media:scape® in the Florissant Valley campus library. station allows up to four people to connect their laptops and co-create content together, not just present and share it. Most collaborative spaces today support leader-led presentations, where information is controlled and shared by one person at a time. The spaces also provide complicated technologies that are time-consuming to learn and inconvenient to use. Media:scape® eliminates these obstacles and changes how people access and share information by allowing all participants to contribute their ideas.The media:scape® station is located on the second floor of the library. In addition to media:scape®, the library also has a portable version of the collaborative station. The idea for the portable collaborative station came from Media Services, but Bob Deppen, a campus media specialist, brought it to fruition. “The BoB” is available for use www.demandshoes.com anywhere inside the library and cannot be taken off the premises.

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Teacher Receives 2013 Outstanding Elementary School Science Teacher of Missouri Award

Christine Ries (left) receives the 2013 Outstanding Elementary School Science Teacher of Missouri award from STOM president Eric Hadley.

Christine Ries, a fifth-grade teacher at Combs Elementary School in the Ferguson-Florissant School District, received the 2013 Outstanding Elementary School Science Teacher of Missouri award from the Science Teachers of Missouri (STOM), a state chapter of the National Science Teachers Association. Ries received the honor for her outstanding commitment and ongoing contribution to science education. She has served as a teacher at Combs Elementary School in the Ferguson-Florissant School District for 14 years.

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Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box includes all the digits 1 through 9.

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Need a way to fill the gap while you’re waiting for more from Downton Abbey? Pour yourself a cuppa and dive into Longbourn, a delectable new novel by Jo Baker about downstairs life in the estate house that’s the setting of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. Everything’s not tea and crumpets for the servants at Longbourn. But upstairs it’s primroses, lace and clotted cream as Mrs. Bennet schemes to get her five daughters married off to the most eligible bachelors in Britain. The running of the household falls on the shoulders of Mrs. Hill, the stalwart housekeeper, who acts as the servants’ supervisor. Steady and stern, she harbors a secret that isn’t revealed until late in the book, long after we’ve met Sarah, a housemaid. Sarah has a good heart and chapped hands, an orphan plucked from the institution for a lifetime of work at Longbourn. She quietly laments her lot in life, as she goes about her duties, slopping the pigs and emptying the upper-crusts’ chamber pots. Sarah accepts her servitude and is obedient and kind to the upstairs ladies, seeing to their every need and serving as a role model for Polly, a rather fly-by-night teenager, also an orphaned child. The crease in Sarah’s apron comes when a stranger arrives at Longbourn and is hired on as a footman. With patience, author Jo Baker reveals bits and pieces about him — much too slowly for Sarah’s liking, if she had a say in the matter. Eventually, her distaste for James turns into an affair of the heart, one that causes her great heartbreak in the third volume of the novel when the action shifts to James and his experiences. Enough said. No one likes a spoiler. Instead find out for yourself. Turn the kettle on, turn the pages and relish lovely Longbourn, a book long on charm and so completely English you’ll feel transported there. You’re sure to enjoy the visit. Reprinted with permission, Missourian Publishing Company. Copyright 2013

Growing future scientists, technologists, engineers, and mathematicians with the newspaper!

This special Newspaper In Education feature is brought to you by the St. Louis American Foundation, the Missouri Press Foundation and this newspaper.

SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | ENGINEERING | MATH

Geology is the study of the planet Earth. How did it form? How is it changing? Geologists are the people who study geology. Geologists study rocks, soils, mountains, volcanoes, rivers, oceans, fossils, and solar systems. Their job includes such duties as: exploring for coal, oil, gas, and other materials for energy, creating maps, interpreting aerial (bird’s-eye view from the sky) photographs, evaluating water supply for pollution, etc. There are two main types of geology: physical and historical. Physical geologists study rock, soil, and water samples. Historical geologists focus on fossils and other artifacts.

Geologists study volcanoes. Volcanoes are openings in the earth’s surface that allow lava and gases to escape from below the surface. This is called an eruption. Volcano eruptions can be very destructive and can trigger tsunamis, floods, and earthquakes. In this experiment, you will create your own volcano.

Materials Needed:

Next, pour vinegar over the baking soda until you hear a fizzing sound. Watch as the reaction causes the baking soda/vinegar to create a volcano, erupting over the side of the container. Finally, use the paper towels to clean up the mess.

Baking Soda • Paper Towels • Vinegar • Container

How Does It Work: The baking

Process: Cover the bottom

soda is a base and the vinegar is an acid. When these

of your container about an inch thick with baking soda.

Geologists must be skilled at math, computers, and even language arts. They perform a lot of research and prepare reports for others to read. In order to have a career in geology, you must have a bachelor’s degree, although many earn a master’s or doctorate degree. Geologists work in environmental consulting companies, government agencies, water management and waste disposal agencies, and land use planning.

Students: What is geology? What do geologists do? Why are geologists important? Want to learn more? Read “Jump into Science: Rocks and Minerals,” by Steve Tomecek. Learning Standards: I can read a nonfiction article to learn more about careers in science. CCS.ELA-Literacy, CCRA.R.2, CCS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.L.6 two combine, they form a reaction that breaks apart into water and carbon dioxide.

Want to learn more? Go to: http://www. weatherwizkids.com/ weather-volcano.htm and http://library.thinkquest. org/C0112681/Eng/ Normal/Kids/cause. htm

Learning Standards: I can follow directions to complete an experiment. I can observe the reaction of the experiment and draw conclusions based on the result. CCSS.ELA-Literacy. CCRA.R.1

Code: A=1

J=10

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Use this code to answer a question about geology and the formation of volcanoes and earthquakes.

Question: The earth is covered with a type of “plate” that covers the outer shell, similar to the way an egg

Extra! Read All About It! Good readers make inferences. Inferences are “educated guesses” that use clues from the text plus your background knowledge to draw conclusions. Making an inference is “reading between the lines.” For example, if you are reading a story where the character is pacing quickly and slamming doors, you can make an inference that he is angry. The author will not state this fact directly; the reader will infer it using clues in the story (pacing and door slamming) and his background knowledge (people who slam doors usually are angry).

Use the newspaper to find a photograph. Without looking at the caption, what inference can you make when you look at the photograph? Write your inference and the clues you used to create the inference.

Remember: Background knowledge + clues in the text = inferences.

Learning Standards: I can use background knowledge and textual clues to make an inference. CCSS. ELA-Literary.CCRA.W.4, CCS. ELA-LiteracyCCRA.R.2

Go Figure!

is covered by eggshell. Much like an eggshell, the earth’s outer shell can crack and break into plates. What type of “plates” cover the earth’s surface? ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ 4x5 30/6 11-8 100/5 3x5 7x2 3x3 27/9

Learning Standards: I can add, subtract, multiply and divide to solve an equation. CCSS.MathContent.3.OA.A3

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Movie

“Escape Plan”

Though some may argue that they peaked about twenty years ago, Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger still have some moves left—and they use them extremely well in Escape Plan. Though the premise sounds farfetched, these veteran actors turn the film into a fun adventure. Stallone plays Ray Breslin, a prison specialist who makes his living breaking out of highsecurity facilities. The government pays Breslin to figure out the flaws in their so-called “escape proof ” prisons by becoming an actual inmate. This means living with—and sometimes fighting with—hardened criminals. Ray has a good eye and even better instincts, breaking out of more than a dozen cells in his illustrious career. One day, a CIA agent named Escape Plan photo courtesy of Summit Entertainment Jessica Miller (Caitriona Balfe) shows up at his office with a big challenge and an even bigger more on his brains than his fists, but he’s payday. The government wants Ray to test out an ul- not above getting into a fight if it will help tra-secret detainment center, one that isn’t active yet. him escape. Breslin also is an interesting Though this whole set-up sounds fishy, Ray agrees. man, having spent most of his working life As it turns out, this facility is fully-operational and behind bars in order to make a living. well-populated. To make matters worse, Warden Arnold Schwarzenegger has way too Hobbes (Jim Caviezel) tells Breslin that someone paid much fun as Emil Rottmayer, an inmate a lot of money to make him disappear for good. If who runs his own section of the prison. Hobbes has his way, Ray will never make it back home. The former “Governator” of California is Locked up with no way to contact his friends, the settling back into his acting routine quite prison expert must use all his tricks and rely on fel- nicely. If he can keep finding roles like this low inmate Emil Rottmayer (Schwarzenegger) to find one, he should give up politics for good. a way out of this mess. Though not an Academy Award conWith Stallone and Schwarzenegger in the lead roles, tender by any stretch of the imaginaEscape Plan actually is a fun way to spend a few week- tion, Escape Plan has lots of charm plus end hours. Though the screenplay leaves something to be desired, it’s nice to watch these two action Though not an Academy stars square off on the Award contender by any big screen. Stallone’s Ray Bre- stretch of the imagination, slin is a throwback to Escape Plan has lots of the characters that he charm plus the combined played in his heyday. The prison expert relies talents of two actions stars.

By Steve Bryan - Rated: R

the combined talents of two actions stars. That makes it well worth the price of admission. Escape Plan, rated R for violence and language throughout, currently is playing in theaters. 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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Sports

Gary Baute Westminster Women’s Soccer Team Comes Up Short The Lindenwood University Athletics Department had one of its biggest events of the year on Friday night at the annual Sports Hall of Fame banquet. The highlight of the evening was the induction of seven new members into the Lindenwood Sports Hall of Fame. Three former student athletes and four teams were placed in the Sports Hall of Fame this year. The student athletes were Katherine Hannah (women’s hockey), Ignacio Novas (men’s soccer), and Sandy Siehl (women’s basketball and field hockey). The teams were the 2005-06 roller hockey team, the 2006-07 men’s wrestling team, the 2008 Lion Line, and the 2007-08 women’s hockey team. Hannah played five seasons for the Lady Lions hockey team while it was a member of the ACHA. Novas was a four-year letter winner for the Lindenwood men’s soccer team and the leader of the 2004 team, which won the NAIA National Championship. Siehl was one of the early women’s stars during the modern era of the Lindenwood Athletics Department attending Lindenwood from 1967-1971 and contributed much to campus life, including athletics. The 2005-06 Lindenwood roller hockey team was one of the most dominating collegiate teams in roller hockey history. The Lions finished the season with a perfect 40-0-0 record, and they won the program’s fifth straight national championship. Ron Beilsten was the head coach of the 2005-06 roller hockey team. The 2006-07 Lindenwood men’s wrestling won the 50th NAIA National Championship with one of the most lopsided victories in NAIA history. Head coach of the 2006-07 wrestling team was Joe Parisi. The Lindenwood Lion Line dance team won the first national championship in program history in 2008. Head coach of the 2008 Lion Lins was Colleen Carriker.

The Lady Lions ice hockey team won the second ACHA National Championship in program history in 2008 and finished the season with one of its best winning percentages. Head coach of the 2007-08 women’s ice hockey team was Vince O’Mara. *Thanks to the Sports Information Office for some of the information St. Charles Chill Hockey Team Makes History The St. Charles Chill is playing in their inaugural year in the Central Hockey League. After three attempts to put a mark in the win column, the Chill took the Mallards in a shootout for their first victory in franchise history. The hometown fans were treated to the victory on Sunday as the team was playing their third game in three days. Last Friday, the squad lost to the Americans at home 6-4 and then took a bus ride to play the Quad City Mallards. They lost that game as well 7-5 and jumped right on the bus to come back to the friendly confines of the Family Arena where they played the Mallards again with different results. The Chill’s Steve Mackway put the puck between the pipes in the shootout to help make history. The win was also General Manager and Head Coach Jamie Rivers’ first victory. The St. Charles team will play tonight, Wednesday at 7:05 for the Show-Me Cup honors against the Missouri Mavericks. *Hard playing hockey Fox Sports Missed This One Breanna Russo (pictured) was one of the contestants competing for the Fox Sports Midwest girls that you see promoting the station. Although she didn’t make the TV gig, she continues to enjoy her time at Harpo’s restaurant in Chesterfield with friends. *Keep that smile Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL. com, among many other activities. Currently he broadcasts a radio show on 590 ‘The Man’ and 1380 ‘The Woman.’

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Recipes:

Take Me Out to the Ballgame

Everyone knows that baseball isn’t complete without a caramel popcorn and peanut treat and soft pretzels! They’re both easy to make at home, take to a little league game, or munch while watching the World Series!

Caramel Popcorn

Ingredients: 4 quarts of popped popcorn (you can use 1.3 bags of plain microwave popcorn) 1 cup of shelled peanuts (preferably red skins, with the red outer skin on them) ½ stick of butter (can be salted or unsalt ed), melted 1 cup of lightly packed light brown sugar ½ cup of light corn syrup 2 tablespoon molasses ¼ tsp salt (fine ground sea salt is best) baking spray as needed

3. Pour the covered popcorn/peanuts onto two baking sheets and bake for 20-25 minutes, turning with the spatula several times while baking. This ensures that the caramel melts in to the popcorn crevices. 4. Remove the pans from the oven and let cool. Serve. 5. While I find it doubtful that you will have any left over, if you do, you will want to store it in an airtight container.

By Carol Hurst of Old Town Spices in St. Charles

30-Minute, Delicious, Soft Pretzels Ingredients: 1 and 1/2 cups warm water 1 packet active yeast 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 4 - 4.25 cups all-purpose flour plus more for the counter surface to knead (you can mix whole wheat flour and all-purpose flour) 1 large egg for the topper egg wash Pretzel salt (we carry it at Old Town Spice Shoppe) for sprinkling on top Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 425F degrees. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat. Set aside. 2. Dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir until mixed, about 1 minute. Add salt and sugar; stir until combined. Slowly add flour, 1 cup at a time. Mix with a spoon until dough is thick. Continue to add more flour until dough is no longer sticky. Poke the dough with your finger: if it bounces back, it is ready to knead. 3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes and shape into a ball. Cut ball of dough into 1/3 cup sections (about 10 pieces). This measurement does not have to be exact; use as much or little dough for each pretzel as you wish; the size of the pretzel is completely up to you. 4. Roll the dough into a rope with an even diameter. My ropes were twenty inches long. This measurement will depend how large you want the pretzels. Once you have your long rope, take the ends and draw them together so the dough forms a circle. Twist the ends, then bring them towards yourself and press them down into a pretzel shape. 5. In a small bowl, beat the egg and paint the eggwash on top of each pretzel and try to cover the complete pretzel. Place on baking sheet and sprinkle with pretzel salt. 6. Bake for 10 minutes at 425F degrees. The pretzels will increase in size (about double) while baking. Turn the oven to

broil for the last 3-5 minutes to brown the tops. Watch closely to avoid burning. Allow to cool and enjoy. Serve warm or at room temperature. Pretzels may be stored in an airtight container or zipped top bag for up to 4 days (will lose softness). Pretzels also freeze well. *Try other topper such as cinnamon/sugar, and other popcorn toppers such as sour cream and onion. For other tasty recipes, go to www.oldtownspices.com or visit the shop at 334 South Main Street, St. Charles.

Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 250F and spray two baking sheets with baking spray (or line with parchment). Set aside. 2. Mix the popped corn and peanuts in a large bowl. Take all of the remaining ingredients and place them in a saucepan on medium heat. Heat and stir for approximately 3-5 minutes, until its boiling and frothy, and a cooking thermometer comes to 250F. Pour a thin stream of the caramel syrup over the bowl of popcorn and nuts while stirring the popcorn with a silicon spatula or buttered spoon until all incorporated. Be careful, it will be hot and sticky.

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Church 314.839.3455 November 2: Ladies’ and Mens’ Clubs Fall Social At St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Parish and School (3500 St. Catherine Street, Florissant) 11am 10pm. Meat shoot, shopping and craft fair, pulled pork sandwiches, fried chicken dinner and music under the stars. Free. Food and beverages for sale. No coolers. 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 Events Now–December: Crisis Nursery is requesting the support of local Holiday Angels for the 2013 Holiday Hearts Campaign Join our effort and grant holiday wish list items (e.g., toys, clothing, household products, nonperishable food, rent and utility assistance, etc.) to deserving children and families in need. Supporters may choose to sponsor a family or purchase items off of the Crisis Nursery Holiday Wish List. For more information, visit www.crisisnurserykids.org or call 314.292.5770. Now: Missouri Veterans Home Adopt-A-Vet $30 donation will ensure that every vet at the Missouri Veterans Home-St. Louis has a holiday gift. For more information call 314.340.6389. Now: Meals on Wheels Needs Volunteers Meals on Wheels, North County needs volunteers to work a few hours a week. The all-volunteer program delivers hot nutritious

meals Monday through Friday to approximately 150 people generally limited by medical conditions. The service allows some of our residents to live at home who might otherwise have to make other arrangements. Volunteers usually drive once a week and deliver meals on one of 23 different routes in North County. It takes about an hour and a half and drivers are usually done by 12:30. For more information call 314.953.6800. October 30: Free Halloween Parade in Maryland Heights Make your reservation by calling 314.738.2599 by Monday, October 28. Kids ages 10 and under are invited to take part in the annual Halloween Parade at Westport Plaza. The parade starts at the site of the old cinema (near Hickey College). In case of inclement weather, the parade will be held at the indoor mall. The parade offers families a safe, fun alternative to traditional trick-or-treating. October 31: Halloween party for ages 12 and under 6 – 8pm, James J. Eagan Center, free admission, refreshments provided, games and prizes, costumes are encouraged. Florissant Residents Only. 314.921.4466 or 314.921.4250. October 31: Gateway Church of the Nazarene Free Trunk & Treat 11703 St. Charles Road, 6:30 – 8pm. candy, hotdogs and hot chocolate along with free kiddie hayrides. 314.291.1763 November 1: Kids In The Middle Hosts Swirl, Sip & Savor To raise funds for counseling services, 6pm, the Moto Museum, 3441 Olive St. in St. Louis. Reservations, which are required, are available at $75 per guest or $100 at the door. Sponsorship opportunities available. www.kidsin-

themiddle.org 314.909.9922. November 1: Earn Cash for Your Used Gear at City’s Kids Sale 4 - 8pm at the Maryland Heights Centre. Or reserve your booth now for $10. Looking for specific items? Make plans to get there early, or sign up for Moms on the Go to get early access to the sale. Keep in mind that most vendors will only accept cash. For more information or to reserve a booth, contact Jennifer Van Dyke at 314.738.2599. November 1: The Bridge at Florissant’s 1st Monday Party on the Patio (1101 Garden Plaza Dr. in Florissant), 5 - 6:30pm, Information: 314.831.0988 November 1: Steak Night. Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 from 4 - 7pm. Please join us, all profits go to support Veterans. 314.831.6121 November 2: BB-Gun Shoot. Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 starting at 1pm. Cost is $2 per round. Meat & money prizes available. 314.831.6121 November 2: Soroptimist International of Greater St. Louis Annual Fashion Show Orlando Gardens in Maryland Heights, tickets or info: 314.837.4881 November 2: Spanish Lake Community Association’s Spanish Lake Amazing Quest Scavenger Hunt Information: 314.653.2719 November 2: SSM DePaul Health Center FREE Public Flu Clinic 8am - Noon (ages 9 and above only), 12303 DePaul Dr. Bridgeton November 3: St Ferdinand Quilt Bingo St Ferdiand Ladies Sodality, Doors open at 11am, games begin at 1pm in the School Gym at 1765 Charbonier Rd, Florissant. 12 beautiful quilts, cash prizes, raffle,

pull tabs, refreshments available. 314.837.3165 November 3: City of Overland Fall Hay Ride at Wild Acres Park 2:30 - 7:30pm, live music, hot dogs, apple cider, s’more, $3, 314.428.0490. November 3: Ferguson Twilight Ramble: 1 mile, 5 mile and 15 mile bicycle rides Will begin at 3pm. Live entertainment, free helmets, and a healthy cookout will be provided at the Plaza at 501. Free for residents and non-residents and registration is required. Information: 314.521.4661 or visit www. LiveWellFerguson.com. November 4: Party on the Patio Bridge at Florissant, free, 4:306:30pm, RSVP 314.831.0988, 1101 Garden Plaza Drive in Florissant November 5: Sing-A-Long With St. Catherine Kitchen Sink Band 10:30am, happy hour 11:30am followed by complimentary lunch, RSVP 314.838.3877, 3350 St. Catherine St. (near the Eagan Center) November 6: Christian Hospital Foundation 2013 Legacy Leaders Recognition Dinner Paul F. Detrick Atrium at Christian Hospital, 314.653.4191 November 7: Country Folk Music Band Church of the Master, UCC, 1325 Paddock Dr., Florissant, 11am, bring brown bag for lunch. Desserts & beverages served following performance. Admission: free. Info: 314.921.3344. November 9: Flea Market. Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 from 8am - 1pm. Cost is $10 per table. Contact Nick for table reservations. 314.503.1303. November 9: Breakfast. Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 from 8 - 10am. Cost is $5 per plate. Please join us, all profits go to support Veterans. 314.831.6121 November 9: Casino Night. Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 Please join us, all profits go to sup-

port Veterans. 314.831.6121 November 9: Bridgeway’s 35th Celebration Gala Music by Smash Band and delicious food from Super Smokers, silent auction and VIP raffle ticket to win a 2014 Harley Davidson Fat Boy or $10,000. 6 - 10pm, Ricks Roadside Market, 5382 Gutermuth Rd, Cottleville, 636.224.1011 November 10: Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake 5th Annual Neighbors helping Neighbors Benevolent Brunch, 10am – 2:30pm, 11728 Hidden Lake Dr. (63138) November 11: Fort Bellefontaine American Legion Post 335 and The St. Louis Veterans Home Committee will co-sponsor a Veterans Day Program at the St. Louis Veterans Home 10 – 11am, St. Louis Veterans Home, 10600 Lewis and Clark Blvd. (Hwy. 367 just south of Hwy. 270). Food and drink will be served after the program. All welcome. Come and visit with our veterans. November 12: Veterans Happy Hour, sing-a-long with Carolyn 10:30am, happy hour 11:30am followed by complimentary lunch, RSVP 314.838.3877, 3350 St. Catherine St. (near the Eagan Center) November 15 & 16: 13th Annual Gene Roberts Memorial Bluegrass Festival Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel, 11228 Lone Eagle Dr., Bridgeton, 314.771.9379. November 17: St. Louis Jazz Club Presents Cornet Chop Suey 2-5pm, Sheraton Westport Hotel, 900 Westport Dr., $15, $10/member, free/students, 314.972.8298 or stlouisjazzclub.org November 26: Thanksgiving Happy Hour, St. Catherine Retirement Community Entertainment by Sterling Burgess 10:30am, happy hour 11:30am followed by complimentary lunch, RSVP 314.838.3877, 3350 St. Catherine St. (near the Eagan Center)

This Months Shelter: Pet Adoption Center 4850 Mid Rivers Mall Drive • St. Peters Mo 63366 • 636.949.7366 www.almosthomesanctuary.org Open M-F 10-5, Wednesdays 10-6:30, Saturdays 10-4 If you’ve adopted a new family member that you saw in Community News, send us a picture of you and your new pal. Also include a brief story about your pet’s background and how they’re doing now. We’d love to share your happy story with other readers! Community News, 2139 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr., O’Fallon, MO 63366 or editor@ mycnews.com.

The U.S. Humane Society estimates 6 to 8 million dogs and cats enter shelters each year, and 3 to 4 million are euthanized. Please do your part to control overpopulation and to limit the number of unwanted animals. SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PETS!

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www.mycnews.com • Community News • October 30, 2013 Mondays: Karaoke at DeLeo’s Cafe & Deli 2782 North Hwy 67, Florissant, 8 10:30pm, 314.839.3880. Mondays: Free Line Dancing 6:30pm, beginners welcome, RSVP 314.838.3877, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. Mondays and Wednesdays: Seniors: Exercise with Melanie FREE. Classes are led by a licensed Physical Therapist. 1 pm. 3350 St. Catherine St. (near the Eagan Center) RSVP 314.838.3877 Every Sunday: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine #1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, 1 – 4pm, through October. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314.921.7582, vicray01@aol.com 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. Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400 Fridays: Tai Chi for seniors free classes No class November 29. RSVP by calling 314.838.3877 Health 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-theart 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.

Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109 11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road.

Third Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association At Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake, 10 – 11am, 11728 Hidden Lake Dr., St. Louis, 314.292.7504

Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314.839.3171.

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. Diabetes Basics: 314.344.7024 for info 314.344.7220 to enroll.

Nutrition Education: SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you, 314.344.6157 Crisis Nursery: Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314.768.3201. Or 636.947.0600, www.crisisnurserykids.org

Center for Senior Renewal: Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123. Christian Hospital Recovery Center: Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314.953.8100. Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314.653.5032 SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings 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. Diabetes Self-Management Training: Call 314.344.7220 Smoking Cessation Classes: Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866. SSM.DOCS to register or for more Answers from page 8

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information. SSM DePaul Wellness Center: Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314.344.6177 SSM St. Joseph Hospital Healthy Happenings Free Mammogram Screenings: SSM Health Care free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments at 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, 636.947.5617 Speaker’s Bureau: SSM speakers available for organizations, clubs, community and church groups for up to one hour free of charge, 636.949.7159 Ongoing Support Groups Wednesdays: TOPS #361 Florissant Meetings 10 –11am, Bethel United Church of Christ, 14700 New Halls Ferry Rd., 314.831.5808. Group support to lose weight. Everyone welcome. Sundays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 6:30 - 8pm, 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City, 314.993.5421. First and Third Tuesdays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 12:30 - 2pm, 320 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 314.968.3477. Third Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group At Delmar Gardens North,

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Facebook Foolishness When KMOV’s Larry Connors took a hit because he posted some anti-IRS comments on Facebook, I wasn’t surprised. Facebook does indeed bite on occasion, as anyone may find out if they post something that offends someone else. Be that as it may, other than children, few get hurt unless they’re in show business, politics or professional sports. I consider anyone doing TV news broadcasts “Show People” if for no other reason than you seldom see any homely telecasters. The trend is Handsome and Beautiful, just like movie stars with occasional exceptions of over-the-hill stars with shrink-wrapped faces and tummy-tucks. Facebook, in spite of its drawbacks, also creates a public service for dating. I don’t date much, but a recent lady acquaintance put a few stars in my eyes, and I seriously considered asking her out...until I saw her Facebook postings. I suspected it couldn’t be the same person. The one I met seemed sweet and affec-

tionate. The one on Facebook reminded me of a cross between a pretentious goody-two-shoes ingénue and Eva Braun. This couldn’t be the same person, right? It was. I wondered how many people dated a person for a while and then married them not knowing about the Mr. Hyde part of the Jekyll and Hyde duo. It’s a fact that people are very seldom themselves while dating. Most of us try to be fine, virtuous people with a triple dose of desirable. It’s usually after the honeymoon when a spouse sees the real person. It seemed like my ex-wife changed from a sweet adorable into a Disney cartoon villainess with a pastry fetish. I’m sure she might say a few derogatory things about me as well. Insensitive was one of them, but that’s unfair. I sensed she hated me almost immediately after the wedding reception. I’ve commented many times on the evils of Facebook. Some people tell the world all about what they’re doing and what their kids are doing and will be doing later and where they’ll be. If I were a burglar

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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.