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Around Town Community News names new publisher. P.2 MDC and CFM encourage deer hunters to ‘Share the Harvest’. P3

Community Voices By Dr. Chris Kilbride. P.2

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Veterans Day Youth remembering veterans one wreath at a time. P.5

Food Photos by Ray Rockwell

World War II veteran Deward Terry at his home in O’Fallon.

A World War II veteran looks back at his time on Iwo Jima By Brett Auten Once you get Deward Terry talking, he can take you back to that vivid day in history. The gray clouds at dawn, the wet sand and fear of the unknown hanging in the air on that drab day as United States troops by the thousands took the beach of Iwo Jima. Terry, 92 and an O’Fallon resident, grew up in the bootheel of Missouri in the tiny town of Risco. He finished high school and enrolled first in Poplar Bluff Business College before moving on to Southeast Missouri State University. Terry was drafted and went to St. Louis for a physical. “A good friend built the Marines up, and he was going in too,” Terry said. “That sounded good to me.” After boot camp at San Diego’s Camp Pendleton, where he focused and excelled at rifle training, Terry and his fellow members of the 5th Marine Division voyaged to Hawaii for additional training. The Hawaiian landscape made for the perfect training ground for their destination, Japan. “After a couple of weeks, we boarded a ship in Honolulu, and all we knew was that we were going to ‘Island X,’” Terry said. On Feb. 19, 1945, as dawn broke over Iwo Jima, 10,000 yards offshore were the troop-carrying ships of the US armada that boasted 50,000 Marines. Meanwhile, the Japanese defenders of the island were dug into bunkers deep within the volcanic

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rocks. “The infantry landed at 9 a.m. and I landed at 9:15 a.m.,” Terry said. “My job when we landed was to go and locate the battery position. I pretty much spent the entire first day at the base of a volcano. The Japanese were looking down on us, and they had every kind of weapon imaginable. It was the worst day I had. It wasn’t a fun place.” Finally, on Feb. 23, 1945, the second of two U.S. flag-raisings on the site that day occurred atop Mount Suribachi. The image

has become historic. “After the fourth day, they raised the flag, and it was two-three hundred yards, and we saw it go up and couldn’t tell what it was,” Terry said. “An officer had some binoculars, and he was able to determine that it was an American flag. It was a great feeling.” Soon after, Terry and his fellow soldiers were sent back to Hawaii for more training. Before the final stage of World War II, the United States President Harry Truman See ‘SERVICE’ page 2

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COMMUNITY VOICES Ritenour School District off to best start in recent memory By Dr. Chris Kilbride This has been perhaps the best start to a school year in my 19-year tenure with the Ritenour School District. What an amazing way to celebrate our 150th year! The school year got rolling with a fleet of brand new buses with the name “Ritenour School District” on the side. Our goal was improved service, while keeping a close eye on cost. After the first two months of our new endeavor, we could not be happier with the commitment of our dedicated and personable drivers and our new transportation department. The momentum continued with the grand opening of the new Ritenour Center for Gifted Education in August. The ribbon cutting and open house for this program at Ritenour Middle School drew more than 250 attendees to experience the new space for the first time. The following week, an event was held to celebrate the expansion of the International Welcome Center (IWC), located in the north wing of Hoech Middle School. The IWC was established three years ago to meet the needs of English Language Learners who are new to the country. The enrollment in the program

has more than tripled since 2014, which reflects the growing needs of our newest families. Next, a ribbon cutting was held at the new Husky Academy, located at 9229 Lackland Road in Overland. The Husky Academy houses alternative programs and is an example of our commitment to our strategic goal of graduating 100 percent of our students prepared for college and careers. The series of beginning of the year celebrations was capped with the first-ever recognition of a Ritenour educator as the Missouri Teacher of the Year. Music teacher Beth Davey of Iveland Elementary was recognized in a surprise ceremony in the school’s gymnasium. Ms. Davey will spend the 2017-2018 school year representing the Ritenour School District and the 900,000 children in Missouri public schools as the Teacher of the Year. All of this is not possible with the commitment and strong support of our community. We need the financial resources to continue this great work. This is why the board of education decided to place Proposition A, a 39-cent tax levy increase, on the Nov. 7 ballot. Please take a few minutes to see what Prop A

will bring to Ritenour students, schools and the community by visiting www.ritenourschools.org. And, feel free to contact me if you have any questions by calling 314-493-6050. Dr. Chris Kilbride became the 14th Superintendent of Schools for the Ritenour School District on July 1, 2012. A well respected and talented educator who began his career as a classroom teacher. Kilbride was named the 2016 Administrator of the Year by the Missouri Interscholastic Press Association (MIPA) for his outstanding support of Ritenour High School’s student journalism program. He was also appointed to the EducationPlus Board of Directors in 2016. He was named one of North County Incorporated’s 30 Leaders in their Thirties in 2009. Kilbride holds a Doctor of Education degree from Saint Louis University (SLU), a Master of Arts in Education from SLU and an undergraduate degree in elementary education from Eureka College in Eureka, Ill. He holds Missouri Superintendent Certification. The opinions expressed in this column are the columnist’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

Community News names new publisher Mathew DeKinder has been named publisher and editor-inchief of the Community News, effective Nov. 1. DeKinder, who has been the editor since 2014, takes over for Robert Huneke, Jr. who will remain involved in the day-to-day operation of the company as publisher emeritus and general manager. “It is a great honor and responsibility being publisher of the Community News,” DeKinder said. “I am proud to continue the tradition of providing positive, hyper-local news that has been established by Bob, his father and his grandfather.” The Community News began in 1918 by Harry Huneke as a bi-monthly newspaper that focused on news in the North St. Louis County area before becoming a weekly publication in 1921, and the Community News has published every week since then. Today the Community News prints two weekly editions in St. Louis County and St. Charles County respectively along with two monthly magazines. Photo by Heather Deatz Mathew DeKinder and Robert Huneke. “I am thrilled that Mat has become publisher of the Community News. It has been my goal to build a strong newspaper that could and vision to lead Community News forward into the next 100 continue into the future,” Huneke said. “By passing the baton to years.” Mat, my goal has been achieved. He has the ability, experience,

‘SERVICE’ from cover ordered the dropping of nuclear weapons on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki on Aug. 6 and 9, 1945 and soon after Terry returned to Japan, this time to Nagasaki. “We were happy with Harry Truman,” Terry said. “We went into Nagasaki with open trucks and drove right through the area. It was just flattened. Every once in a while you would see a little building, but there was nothing left there.” Even though the war was over, Terry and his team were always cautious while there. “I never could feel comfortable with the Japanese because we were afraid of what they would do to us,” he said. “But we had very little problems with them.” A day before discharge, Terry made corporal. Once he returned to Missouri, he worked briefly for the Bonne Terre Farming and Cattle Company before becoming a purchasing agent for St. Joe Minerals Corporation. Terry and his wife Pat married in 1950; they had two children along with one grandchild and one greatgrandchild. After retirement, he and Pat moved to O’Fallon to be closer to their daughter. Like most men of his generation, for decades after the war he didn’t wear his feelings on his sleeve and what he saw and what he went through on that island was never much of a talking point. But time eased his reticence, and he eventually started to open up. “He’s talked more about it these last few years than he ever did before,” Pat said.

In thirty-six days of fighting on the island, nearly 7,000 U.S. Marines died, and another 20,000 were wounded. Twenty-seven Medals of Honor (our country’s highest military award for bravery) were awarded for action on Iwo Jima—more than any other battle in U.S. history. “I feel fortunate that I didn’t have to kill anyone,” Terry said. “I did my duty and did what I was supposed to do.”

CORRECTION

In the Oct. 25 edition of the St. Louis County Community News on the cover, with the story “Investing in Education” the building rendering was incorrectly identified as new Early Learning Center. This rendering is actually the addition to Jefferson Elementary School. The additions at Jefferson and Washington Elementary schools will also be built as a result of the Prop N, which was approved by voters in April. The Community News regrets the error.

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MDC and CFM encourage deer hunters to ‘Share the Harvest’ The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri (CFM) encourage deer hunters around the state to share their harvests through the state’s Share the Harvest program. Administered by MDC and CFM, Share the Harvest coordinates the efforts of thousands of deer hunters, numerous participating meat processors, many local supporting organizations and a handful of statewide sponsors to help feed hungry Missourians. The program works by deer hunters donating their extra venison — from several pounds to whole deer — to participating meat processors throughout the state who grind and package the deer meat. The packaged venison is then given to food banks and food pantries for distribution to Missourians in need of food assistance. “Hunters started Share the Harvest because they saw a need in their communities,” said MDC Director Sara Pauley. “And hunters remain the driving force behind this popular program that helps feed our fellow Missourians who are in need. We sincerely thank the thousands of deer hunters who support Share the Harvest, along with the many participating meat processors and sponsors.” Processing fees are covered entirely or in part by numerous local sponsors, along with statewide sponsors that include: MDC, CFM, Shelter Insurance, Bass Pro Shops, Missouri Chapter Safari Club International, Missouri Chapter National Wild Turkey Federation, Midway USA Inc., Missouri Food Banks Association, and United Bowhunters of Missouri Hunters should contact individual processors to determine what funds are available. The cost of processing is the hunter’s responsibility when funds to help cover the full cost of processing are not available. “Share the Harvest is a partnership of citizens, agencies, organizations, and corporations working together to provide healthy, protein-rich meat to those who may

otherwise go without,” said CFM Executive Director Brandon Butler. “Hunters across Missouri should be proud of this outstanding program.” Nearly 4,300 Missouri deer hunters donated more than 198,000 pounds of venison to the program last deer season. Since the program was started in 1992, Share the Harvest has provided more than 3.6 million pounds of lean, healthy venison to help feed hungry Missourians. Information About Donating Deer From CWD Counties Share the Harvest is committed to providing healthy venison to help feed hungry Missourians. Deer donated to Share the Harvest that were harvested in the seven Missouri counties where chronic wasting disease (CWD) has been found will be tested for the deer disease. Deer that test positive for CWD will not be used and will be properly disposed of. The seven counties are: Adair, Cole, Franklin, Jefferson, Linn, Macon, and St. Clair. CWD is a deadly illness for white-tailed deer and other members of the deer family, called cervids. MDC is working with conservation partners to find cases and limit the spread of CWD. Based on CWD testing MDC has conducted, the disease appears to be relatively rare in the state at this time with only 42 cases found in seven counties out of more than 76,000 deer tested around the state. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there have been no documented cases of CWD in

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humans. As a safeguard, the CDC recommends hunters strongly consider having their harvested deer tested for CWD before eating the meat if the animal was harvested from an area where CWD has been found. The CDC also recommends not consuming an animal that tests positive for the disease. For more information on CWD, visit mdc.mo.gov/cwd. Find participating processors in MDC’s “2017 Fall Deer & Turkey Hunting Regulations and Information” booklet, online at huntfish.mdc.mo.gov/huntingtrapping/species/deer/deer-share-harvest, or by calling MDC at 573-751-4115 or CFM at 573-634-2322.

City of Florissant presents the first show of the 2017-18 St. Louis Family Theatre Series Submitted photo

The city of Florissant and the St. Louis Family Theatre Series will bring to life on stage “Dragons Love Tacos,” Theatreworks USA's newest musical revue of beloved contemporary children's books. “Dragons Love Tacos” by Adam Rubin: Dragons love all sorts of tacos—except spicy ones! When a boy throws his new dragon friends a spicy salsa taco party, red-hot trouble ensues. “Interrupting Chicken” by David Ezra Stein: It’s bedtime for the little red chicken. Papa is going to read her a story, but the chicken can’t help interrupting. Will the chicken ever get to sleep? “The Dot” by Peter H. Reynolds: A story about the creative spirit in all of us. Vashti can’t draw, but when her teacher says “Just make a mark and see where it takes you.” Vashti discovers she is an artist, after all. “Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride” by Kate DiCamillo and illustrated by Chris Van Dusen:

Mercy, a porcine wonder, and Mr. Watson go for a ride every Saturday in Mr. Watson’s automobile, but one Saturday guess who winds up behind the wheel? “Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa School Days” by Erica Silverman and painted by Betsy Lewin: Yee Haw! Cowgirl Kate and her loyal horse Cocoa are the perfect pair. They do everything together, until school is in session—and horses are not allowed! Presented by the city of Florissant in the Florissant Civic Center Theatre at the corner Parker Road and Waterford Drive, performances of “Dragons Love Tacos” will be Nov. 19, Nov. 24 and Nov. 25 at 2 p.m. Admission is $8 to all. Group rates are available. Call 314-9215678 or go online at www.florissantmo.com to make reservations or for more information. Performance lasts about 60 minutes.

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Fourth annual Race to the Shrine draws runners to Florissant Photo courtesy city of Florissant

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Hundreds of runners and walkers turned out on an outstanding autumn day to participate in the fourth annual Race to the Shrine on Oct. 21 at the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine in historic Old Town Florissant. The Race to the Shrine benefits multiple programs locally in the Florissant area. Following the race and walk, winners received trophies announced by councilman Joe Eagan

and everyone that attended enjoyed barbecue served by the Knights of Columbus as well as live music performed by local musicians. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, a volunteer or would like to participate in next year’s fifth annual Race to the Shrine visit the website www.racetotheshrine.com for further details.

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You don’t often see a rainbow in the middle of winter . . . unless of course it’s at the end of your fishing line. During winter months, the metro St. Louis area is a great place to fish for rainbow trout, thanks to the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) winter trout program. Winter trout season for MDC’s St. Louis Urban Fishing Program starts in November. That’s good news for trout chasers who now need drive only minutes to Photo courtesy Missouri Department of Conservation pursue their passions rather than hours to a Missouri trout park. MDC stocks rainbow trout at 12 St. Louis City and County Lakes, and five lakes on the August A. During cold-weather months, Busch Memorial Conservation Area in St. Charles. MDC stocks approximately 38,000 rainbow trout each year in 12 St. Louis all lakes. Anglers should consult the St. Louis City and County lakes, as well as in five lakes at Area Winter Trout Program brochure for details, the MDC August A. Busch Conservation Area on possession limits and bait restrictions, which is available at MDC offices or at https://goo.gl/ Route D in St. Charles. “We stock rainbow trout in winter from T9Qpp6 , or check regulations posted at the lakes. November through February,” said MDC Fisheries All trout anglers between age 16 and 64 must have Management Biologist Kevin Meneau. “These a valid Missouri fishing permit to participate. trout are spawned and raised in Conservation Anglers wishing to catch and keep trout must also possess a trout permit. Department hatcheries.” MDC provides a chance for anglers to keep on The rainbows bound for the St. Louis area come top of trout stocking efforts in the St. Louis area. from MDC’s Montauk Hatchery, southeast of “The fish stocking hotline has become very Licking. popular,” Meneau said, “and we report to it right Area lakes stocked with winter trout include: after we finish stocking for the day. It’s toll free • Carondelet Park Boathouse Lake in St. Louis from anywhere in the St. Louis area. There’s a • January-Wabash Lake in Ferguson recorded message that tells when we stocked, • Jefferson Lake in Forest Park where we stocked and what fish we stocked.” • Koeneman Park Lake in Jennings Anglers should call the hotline at 636-300-9651 • O’Fallon Park Lake in St. Louis • Suson Park lakes 1, 2, and 3 in St. Louis County to get the latest information. “As wonderful as fishing at one of Missouri’s • Tilles Park Lake in St. Louis County four trout parks or many Ozark streams can be,” • Walker Lake in Kirkwood said Meneau, “these close-to-home opportunities • Wild Acres Park Lake in Overland make it easy for a quick trout fishing excursion • Vlasis Park Lake in Ballwin • August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area after work, or during an activity-packed weekend. It also makes trout fishing much friendlier on the lakes 3, 21, 22, 23 and 28 Between Nov. 1 and Jan. 31, some lakes are fuel budget.” For information about fishing, go online at catch-and-release only, and some are catch-andkeep. After Feb. 1, trout may be harvested from https://huntfish.mdc.mo.gov/fishing.

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Veterans Day

Youth remembering veterans one wreath at a time By Charlotte Beard Youth involved in the Wentzville Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Squadron are currently in fundraising mode to reach their goal of placing wreaths on the graves of 500 veterans. The squadron of 45 cadets hopes to reach its goal by Nov. 23, and the cost is $15 per wreath. This yearly country-wide undertaking of placing wreaths by CAP squadrons and other volunteers, is in partnership with the organization Wreaths Across America. The organization is a 501(c)3 headquartered in Maine whose mission is to “remember our fallen U.S. veterans, honor those who serve, and teach your children the value of freedom.” On National Wreaths Across America Day, on Dec. 16, the Wentzville CAP Squadron will simultaneous participate in Wreaths Across Submitted photo America’s wreath-laying ceremony with other Wentzville Civil Air Patrol Cadets participate in Wreaths Across America squadrons, and participants across the United Day by placing wreaths on the graves of veterans. States. The main ceremony will take place at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia while for more information. To find out more about Wentzville’s squadron will be involved in placing the Wreaths Across American organization visit wreaths at Eternal Peace Cemetery, Linn Cemetery, http://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org. For more and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Cemetery in information about getting youth involved in a local Wentzville. For a few years now, CAP’s Wentzville CAP program visit http://www.gocivilairpatrol. squadron has been participating in the wreath- com/cap_home/youth. laying activities. The CAP Cadet Program is the vehicle by which Wentzville’s 45 cadets are involved. One of the cadets, Staff Sergeant— Amber Schuelen, stated the current fundraising campaign also makes it possible for $5 from each wreath to go towards sponsorship for squadron trips. Major Mike Toedebusch, Assistant Director of Cadet Programs said, “When it comes to actually running the individual squadrons and providing the actives for the cadets those are self-funded things. We meet at the Living Lord Church [500 Cedar Circle Drive] out in [Lake] St. Louis because they provide www.GinaWalsh.com free space. This past year we took [the cadets] down to the [U.S. Space and Rocket Center] in Huntsville, Alabama.” The Cadet Program is a yearround program where cadets participate in various things such as flying, learning to lead, hiking and camping. To become a cadet, you must be between the ages of 12 and 18 years old. “I think that CAP has been amazing. I have been able to actually go up in an airplane and fly it,” said Schuelen. Schuelen who is also a freshman at Francis Howell North High School stated she’s been in the program a little over two years. “It gives me a lot of opportunities. This whole Wreaths Across America…being able to put those wreaths on the veteran’s graves is a great honor for me. I think it’s amazing. It’s [cool] because last year one of the grave sites that we [went] to, [had] my great-grandpa’s grave. So, I actually got to put a wreath on his grave,” she said If you would like to donate $15 or more to assist the Wentzville CAP Squadron in their Wreaths Across America campaign you may reach Staff Sergeant— www.pathwayshpc.com Amber Scheulen at 636-634-8439

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Florissant celebrates judo class participants

Student organization at Cross Keys Middle School collects care packages for troops overseas

Photo courtesy city of Florissant Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider joins Judo instructor Eiko Shepherd and judo participants for Report Card Day on Oct. 25

Judo was founded in 1882 in Tokyo, Japan by Dr. Jigoro Kano, an educator and martial artist. Translated “ju-do” means “the gentle way”. Students are taught to use techniques include basic fallings techniques, throw and mat work. Classes are conducted on a soft mat and safety is a priority. Sensei (Japanese for teacher) Eiko Saito Shepherd was trained at the Kodokan Institute in Tokyo, Japan and is the judo instructor at the JJE. Classes are offered in the evenings on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Shepherd teaches beginners through international competitors. In the children’s classes, a special emphasis is placed on academic achievement in school. Once a year, a report card ceremony honors students who have done well the preceding school year. Parents appreciate the change they see in their children’s effort as a result of this program. The adult judo classes (ages 13 and older) emphasize body conditioning and judo techniques. Judo can be placed on a noncompetitive or competitive basis. Shepherd and her competitive students frequently attend local, national and international tournaments. Shepherd is recognized as one of the top judo instructors in the United States. She was born and raised in Japan. She is seventhdegree in judo and wears a red and white belt indicating this high ranking. For more information, please contact JJE at 314-921-4466.

Photo courtesy Ferguson-Florissant School District Pictured are (from left) La’Ondrill Brown, computers and French (bent over with peace symbol); James Muth, Spanish; Emily Fiasco, band; Brenda Estelle, FACS; Rich Kling, art; Talya Perry, choir and Eric Brown, PLTW and industrial tech.

On Nov. 1, the Elective Team, an organization at Cross Keys Middle School, built care packages to send to troops overseas serving the country. The Elective Team partnered with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Auxiliary 3944 and the H.E.R.O.E.S. Care organization to help with assembling and shipping packages. The packages contained items including medicines, hygiene products, and non-perishable foods. The VFW Auxiliary covered all costs for shipping care packages. “Our students fully support our military troops, both active duty, and veterans,” said Project Lead the Way and biomedical teacher Eric Brown. “The goal is to supply as many care packages as possible to our brave troops fighting to protect the freedoms that we enjoy on a daily basis.” The Elective Team includes instructors

and students in elective courses at CKMS. H.E.R.O.E.S. Care is an organization that supports active duty and veteran families at home and abroad through financial aid, mental health services, employment opportunities, and several other outreach programs. The VFW Auxiliary 3944 supports and works with all VFW families while troops are overseas, and once they return home. “Brenda Estelle is our family and consumer science teacher who was the main inspiration for this service project,” said Brown. “She’s an Army veteran who served in Saudi Arabia, and in Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm. We’re truly thankful for her service, and want to show our appreciation to all of the many other troops that are currently serving.”

Donors contributed more than 1,000 home health items during the St. Louis HELP Equipment Drive

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St. Louis HELP, the nonprofit Health Equipment Lending Program that freely loans home medical equipment to any person who needs it, collected a total of 1,031 home health equipment items from 246 donors during its equipment donation drive on Oct. 14. “We collected 11.79 tons of used home medical equipment that we will clean and revitalize for free loans to any person or caregiver for as long as they need to use it,” said Executive Director Laura Cannon-Singer, who founded the nonprofit organization in 2008. “From this drive we are diverting almost 12 tons from the solid waste stream by cleaning, reconditioning, recycling and loaning all of this donated equipment, as well as more than 120 tons throughout the year,” she said. “We express our deepest gratitude for all donors and our amazing volunteers for making this event a success. We are now are busy cleaning and reconditioning the equipment at our warehouse in Olivette. We are extremely grate-

ful for support from St. Louis County that enabled our Oct. 14 equipment drive, which was funded by a grant from the St. Louis County Department of Public Health utilizing County landfill surcharge funds,” Cannon-Singer said. “And we are extremely thankful for participation by Walgreen’s, which permitted our volunteers to collect equipment donations at 14 designated Walgreen’s parking lots in four metro area counties in metro St. Louis and southwestern Illinois. We estimate that the cumulative value of the items we collected on Oct. 14 to be $263,110. We turn that used equipment into an asset for people by revitalizing it and loaning it to them unconditionally,” she said. Donated items included manual and power wheelchairs, electric hospital beds, shower chairs, canes, crutches, walkers, grab bars, elevated toilet seats, portable commodes, lift chairs, seating cushions, back supports, folding ramps and other devices, Singer said.

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FFSD teacher has ultimate professional development experience at Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta

Photo courtesy Ferguson-Florissant School District Lee Hamilton teacher Lindsay Williams met renowned transformational educator Ron Clark of the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Georgia.

As a first-year teacher in 2003, Lindsay Williams purchased the book, “The Essential 55” written by acclaimed educator Ron Clark. The book provides pointers on discovering the successful student in every child. Williams, who is currently a first-grade teacher at LeeHamilton Elementary School, allowed what she read to shape some of her teaching philosophies and classroom practices. Although the information she gained from the book was invaluable, Williams had a strong desire to visit Clark’s school – The Ron Clark Academy – a school for fifth through eighth graders in Atlanta, Georgia. She wanted to witness first-hand how some of the transformative methods and techniques she’s read about and adapted, are being used by Clark and his staff at the school. Thanks to a $1,500 scholarship from EdPlus, Williams had the chance to do just that when she recently visited the Ron Clark Academy. The academy provides an educator training program in which educators from around the world visit the school for indepth professional development on transformational practices that can be used in any type of school culture. “This was the best professional development I have ever attended in the 15 years I have taught,” said Williams. “I do believe the trend and evolution in education will stem from more teachers attending an educator training session at the Ron Clark Academy, and I encourage any educator who has the opportunity to go, to do so.” During the one-day training, Williams observed master educators teaching classes, attended professional development workshops, and experienced the school’s culture and rigor through student and staff interaction. “The environment of the Ron Clark Academy is one that is inviting and engaging,” said Williams. “Students are provided autonomy in a teaching and learning setting that demands academic rigor, has high expectations for every learner and sets strict discipline policies.” Like the students at Lee-Hamilton, students at the Ron Clark Academy come from varied academic, social, emotional and economic backgrounds. However, Williams says regardless of any differences, all students have intrinsic learning abilities and the key to promoting academic success within them is being creative in teaching methods to meet the individual needs of each child. “You must build relationships with students at the beginning of the school year, keeping them engaged while letting them realize the power of success belongs to them,” said Williams. One of the highlights of Williams’ visit to the Ron Clark Academy was becoming “Slide Certified”. There is a two-story winding slide in the foyer of the academy. The slide is a symbol of difference and boldness. “You can do the normal thing and take the steps between the two floors, or you can defy the norm and take the slide,” said Williams. She did just that – landing on the lower level of the slide and being greeted by a group of cheering educators from throughout the nation. To top things off, each person who accepts the slide challenge is given a sticker, signifying they are “Slide Certified” – that they are not afraid to be different. “After my experience at the Ron Clark Academy, I felt rejuvenated and felt I could return to the classroom with complete passion,” Williams said. “The Ron Clark Academy is the ‘Disney’ of all schools!” Williams is sharing some of the practices she learned at the Academy with her Lee-Hamilton colleagues.

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School psychologist receives grant from Missouri Retired Teachers Foundation Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District

Jenna Donze, school psychologist from Jana Elementary School, in the Hazelwood School District, was recently awarded a $500 grant from the Missouri Retired Teachers Foundation. The Missouri Retired Teachers Foundation presented Donze with a check in one of Jana’s third grade classrooms, one of three classrooms that will receive flexible seating courtesy of the grant. Flexible seating is a student-centered class-wide intervention in which students responsibly choose their learning space. Flexible seating will provide students with choices, such as a place to stand, sit, lay and kneel. Donze was one of six grant recipients. To receive the grant, funds had to be used in the areas of resources, leadership, research or materials. “I am thrilled to be a recipient of a Missouri Retired Teachers Foundation grant,” Donze

said. “Jana is a fantastic school and the students deserve an opportunity to responsibly choose their learning space. I can’t wait to start seeing the positive impact flexible seating has on our students’ academic engagement and overall success.” This is Donze’s fifth year at Jana Elementary. In addition, she is the school psychologist for Walker Elementary School and Hazelwood West Early Childhood Education Center. Dr. Sheilah Fitzgerald, Jana Elementary school principal, was glad to hear that Donze was one of six to receive this grant. “Jenna goes above and beyond with regard to providing support to our students and staff. The staff and I are excited that Mrs. Donze received the grant and are equally excited about seeing the positive impact of flexible seating in three of our primary grade classrooms,” said Dr. Fitzgerald.

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Hazelwood School District hosts successful Fall Family Festival

Eye Charity of Mid-America honors the Hazelwood School District with a Community Partner Award

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The Hazelwood School District hosted its annual Fall Family Festival, Oct. 25, at the Hazelwood Central High School Field House. The festival was a huge success with over 1,200 in attendance. During the festival, families took part in entertainment, arts and crafts, carnival booths, games, and more. In addition, families were provided a complimentary light meal and free books to any children. Performances featured Hazelwood High Schools cheerleading, Hazelwood North Middle School orchestra and dance teams, and many more. In keeping with its number three goal, HSD is dedicated to increasing parent and community engagement. The Fall Family Festival was free and open to all families who reside in HSD.

Hazelwood Central hosts Gateway Robotics Challenge Thirty robotics teams from throughout the Midwest descended upon Hazelwood Central High School on Oct. 7, for the Annual Gateway Robotics Challenge (GRC) - a test of strategy, skill and brawn. Nearly 1,000 people attended the popular off-season robotics event. The GRC is an off-season FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) robotics competition where teams are invited to compete using their previous season’s robots. Off-season events help participants prepare for the official FIRST matches which take place in the latter half of the school year. “This was truly one of the best GRC events that we’ve held in a long time,” said Matt McClellan, special areas curriculum coordinator with the Hazelwood School District. “We had 30 teams and close to 1,000 people who came out and supported this event. Off-season events are important to help raise the level of comradery and competition in our area and this event helps St. Louis area teams by giving them another opportunity to compete.”

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The Hazelwood School District (HSD) was recently awarded the 2017 Outstanding Community Partner Award from the Eye Care Charity of Mid-America (ECCOMA) foundation. Christian Bertel, coordinator of health services, accepted the award during the annual Bright Futures Dinner held at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center. The Bright Futures dinner recognizes the St. Louis community as they come together to help thousands of St. Louis children have access to the brightest possible futures. The ECCOMA helps to provide free eye exams and glasses to under privileged children. In the three years since HSD and the ECCOMA have partnered, over 1,300 HSD children have received free exams and glasses.

“Helping such a large number of students wouldn’t be possible without our strong partnership with school administrators and the health services staff,” said Kate McKearn, Eye Care Charity of Mid-America director of resource development. “Christian Bertel truly understands why we do what we do. She is always willing to go that extra mile to help us help her students. Because of Christian and our growing partnership with the Hazelwood School District, beginning in October we will dedicate one of our mobile vision clinics solely to providing free eye care to Hazelwood students. We are so fortunate to partner with a school district that so clearly understands the importance of clear vision,” said McKearn.

McCluer North graduate is runner-up in national entrepreneurship competition

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Nathanael Wheadon, a 2017 graduate of McCluer North High School (MNHS) in the Ferguson-Florissant School District was named runner-up in the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship’s (NFTE) 12th annual National Young Entrepreneurship Challenge in New York City. Wheadon competed against 41 young entrepreneurs from across the nation. His business idea, “FudgedUp!” is an organic, lowsugar alternative to Nutella that can be used on pretzels, fruit, ice cream, and many other snacks. “Nathanael worked extremely hard,” said Jacob Lapinski, MNHS business teacher. “He stood up in front of major experts in the business world who were judges and had to answer their tough questions with confidence.” Students who enroll in MNHS’ entrepreneurship class are eligible to participate in the competition. Throughout the class,

students work on business ideas that they pitch at the end of the semester. The top three students from each class compete in the NFTE semiregionals against students from other NFTE entrepreneurship schools. From there, the top students compete in the regional competition held at Saint Louis University, followed by the national conference. Quentin Milosevich, a senior at MNHS, also represented the FergusonFlorissant School District and placed third in the regional competition. “It took a ton of work and guts to get to the finals,” Lapinski added. “To even make it to the semi-finals and through the regional finals speaks for itself. For the past two years, we’ve sent groups to the national competition. This truly speaks volumes about the innovation and creativity that’s within our students, and their willingness to excel beyond the classroom.”

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Simple snacks for anytime entertaining

When it comes to entertaining, it’s not always about three-course meals or hours upon hours of preparation. Sometimes, the best hosts look toward simple snacks and small plates to please guests with an array of palates. Herbs, onions, artichokes and olives create a medley of flavors atop this savory flatbread that makes it easy to give guests a fresh bite without spending too much time in the kitchen. Or you can enjoy a berry and beet chutney as a topping for crostini that is spread with goat or cream

cheese, or topped with a thin slice of Gouda or a runny slice of Brie. It’s also a welcome addition to an open-face sandwich. The secret is using convenient ingredients like Aunt Nellie’s Harvard Beets and Holland-Style Onions that contribute great flavors to recipes and also help streamline preparation as guests settle in for an evening of fun and relaxation. Explore more ideas to make your entertaining skills shine at AuntNellies.com.

Herbed Mediterranean Flatbread Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 10-12 minutes | Servings: 4

Ingredients: 1 jar (16 ounces) Holland-style onions 1 jar (7 1/2 ounces) quartered, marinated artichoke hearts 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons chopped or sliced Kalamata olives 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes coarsely ground black pepper 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, divided 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed 1 clove garlic, minced

2 whole-grain round or square flatbreads (about 6-7 inches diameter) fresh basil (optional) Directions: Heat oven to 400 F. Drain onions. Pat dry. Discard liquid. Drain artichokes well. Discard liquid. Press onions with spatula to crush lightly. Pat dry again. Place in large bowl. Coarsely chop artichokes. Add to bowl with onions. Stir in bell pepper, parsley, olives, red pepper flakes, black pepper and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese; set aside.

In small bowl, stir together olive oil, thyme and garlic. Brush over one side of flatbreads. Place on baking sheet; bake 2 minutes. Remove from oven. Top each flatbread with onion mixture. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Return to oven. Bake 8-10 minutes, or until heated through and flatbread is crisp. Cut each flatbread in half. Sprinkle with fresh basil, if desired.

Beet and Berry Chutney Prep time: 20 minutes | Servings: 10

Ingredients: 1/2 cup orange marmalade 1 jar (15 1/2 ounces) Harvard beets, not drained 1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 tablespoon finely chopped candied ginger (optional) 1 1/2 cups berries (fresh or frozen unsweetened cranberries, blueberries, raspberries or strawberries, cut in half or quartered, if large) Directions: In medium saucepan over medium heat, stir marmalade until melted. Stir in beets and red pepper. Cook 3-5 minutes until liquid is reduced by about half, stirring frequently. Add ginger, if desired. If using only cranberries, add to pan with beet mixture and cook until they just

begin to pop. If also using other berries, add to beet-cranberry mixture; stir and heat through. If using only blueberries, raspberries or strawberries, add to beet mixture after reducing liquid. Stir and heat through.

Remove pan from heat; cool to room temperature before serving. Note: Chutney can also be served chilled. Store, covered, in a refrigerator up to 1 week.

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Frightening news We can all relax. October, the month of the terror, has finally wrapped up. The ghouls, gargoyles and goons have slunk back into their caves and gone nighty night into their creepy crypts. The freaks and beasts have crawled back under their rocks while the snakes and slimy serpents have all slithered back to Capitol Hill. Whew! What a relief. But not so! Just when we thought it was safe to enter back into normal society, something truly frightening happened during the month. Even more terrifying than discovering that stack of Kohl’s Cash has expired; more stomach churning than finding a toenail clipping floating in the bottom of your soup mug, and twice as petrifying as plopping down on the wet surface of a public bathroom toilet seat! What could possibly top these ghastly horrors you might ask? Oh, man…hold onto something! Even Kim Jong Un in a speedo isn’t this bad. Correction…I’m going to go out on a limb and say, they’re dead even. Here goes: The month of nightmares continues because it was just announced that the Kardashians have renewed a multimillion dollar television contract. Yes, they’re ba-aaack! For another three years as they once again impart gems of wisdom to the desperate ears of a nation hungering for knowledge. This will continue right up until the year 2020. Which, according to the Maya calendar, is when the world officially ends. Coincidence? I think not! (Just to be clear…that should read “my”

calendar and not the “Maya” calendar. I don’t want to insult any pre-Columbian scholars, much less incur any lawsuits if the world should not end and we’re stuck here with the Kardashians). So what can we conclude from this latest chilling revelation? For starters, that October is called the month of terror for very good reasons. Second, that television is pretty much dead and this is just one more excuse to glue out faces to our phone screens. And third…I forgot; I’m Googling crazy dictator and speedo to see what I come up with. So goodbye October. You have been a pretty scary month. You’re going to have to work extremely hard next year to get this kind of a jolt out of us. May I suggest a new horrifying costume craze? Kim Jong Un in a speedo sounds like just the ticket. You’ve got 11 months. Get working on it! Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder. The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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Sports you see with Gary B... SCC women’s soccer advances to district championship for fourth consecutive year St. Charles Community College (SCC) captured its fourth consecutive NJCAA Region XVI title in women’s soccer recently with a 3-1 come-from-behind victory over Metropolitan Community College-Blue River. The scoring came from sophomore forward Katie Richter who scored two for the Cougars and freshman forward Bryn Lundberg scored the third goal with an assist by Richter. The Cougars will advance and host the District D Championship game against Lewis & Clark Community College. “Lewis & Clark is a great team,” said Jason Wyland, SCC women’s soccer head coach. “They Ambush start home season Saturday The St. Louis Ambush professional soccer team play in the Central Division of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) with home games at the Family Arena. The Ambush will take the Astroturf this Saturday with a contest against the Milwaukee Wave at 7:35 p.m. at the Family Arena with several new faces including new Head Coach Hewerton Moreira. Other new faces recently signed are the return of veteran players Daniel Berko, Kory Dowell, Dylan Hundelt and Greg Kranz. During the game the Ambush will recognize veterans this Nov. 11 along with the Alzheimer’s Association. The 2017-18 season will be the fifth for the franchise, who has called the Family Arena home since 2013. For more information go to www.STLAmbush. com along with the team’s Facebook page, Twitter and Instagram. * And it begins Mention the Community News to get a free ticket to the Ambush game Call the Ambush and mention ‘The Community News BOGO Offer’ and you will get a free ticket when you buy a ticket to this Saturday’s game. The number is 720-839-5125 or 636-477-6363 and chat with Rachelle Quinn/Account Executive

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are fast, organized, disciplined and well coached. However, anything is possible, impossible is nothing. I expect them to take us lightly and my team will be very well prepared and will be ready to pour their hearts out in this game.” * Consistent and Chamber Liaison to get all the details. Mention Gary B and Rachelle will say “Thank you!” * WHAT a deal Guns N Hoses event on Thanksgiving Eve The annual fundraiser is scheduled for Nov. 22 at Scottrade Center with money raised for the boxing/MMA event going to survivors of fallen first responders. Money raised is distributed by the BackStoppers who are proud to come to the assistance of the families of our heroes. GnH last year had made the largest donation in its 30-year history, raising $653,000 for The BackStoppers. In all, Guns ‘N Hoses has raised a total $6.1 million since 1987. For more information go to www.STLGunsNHoses.com * Many volunteers are part of this great event Gary B. will be broadcasting the “STL Health and Wellness LIVE” show every Saturday from 9-11 am on 590 The Fan and 590TheFan.com

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from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Nov. 8: Karaoke

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Nov. 10: Country fried steak or meatloaf dinner Country fried steak or meatloaf dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-8316121.

Nov. 11: Vendor and crafts sale

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

Nov. 23: Meat shoot

The Florissant Eagles, Aerie 3638, located at 15245 New Halls Ferry Rd are holding their meat shoots every Saturday rain or shine now through Nov. 23. No Bull Barrels. Come enjoy the new covered shooting booths. Great meat prizes are awarded. Starting from noon until dusk. All proceeds benefit local charities.

Nov. 11: Breakfast

Breakfast Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 to 10 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Nov. 11: Flea market

Flea market at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois,

Nov. 17-18: Hunger relief fundraiser

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

Operation Food Search (OFS), a nonprofit hunger relief organization, will host its 19th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser in the Center Court of Plaza Frontenac located at 1701 S. Lindbergh Blvd. in Frontenac. The event will be held Nov. 17 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. All proceeds from the sales of these handcrafted pottery items will benefit OFS’ hunger relief efforts. Many local artists and studios have created bowls and other art items for sale at the Empty Bowls event including Bob Allen, Marianne Baer, and Bridget McDermott Flood. Participating St. Louis students and faculty include Chaminade College Preparatory School, Christian Brothers College High School, Parkway West High School, St. Joseph’s Academy, St. Louis Community College – Meramec, and Whitfield School. For more information, call 314-726-5355 or visit http:// www.OperationFoodSearch.org.

Nov. 17: Dinner party

Nov. 22: Karaoke

Nov. 12: Veterans Day parade/hot dogs and hamburgers

Veterans Day parade/hot dogs and hamburgers at the Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Nov. 15: Karaoke

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Nov. 17: Pasta night

At An Evening In Paris the outstanding performers Scott & Karl will sing all your favorites and a dinner of chicken Francaise, French potato gratin, seasoned green beans, salad, French bread and chocolate eclairs will be served from 5 – 9 p.m. (dinner served at 5:30 p.m.) at the James J. Eagan Community Center. Light snacks will be provided and beer, wine and soda will be available for purchase. Cost for residents is $12 and for nonresidents is $15 and includes admission, dinner and light snacks. Tickets are on sale through Nov. 13 to residents and non-residents in the Senior Office in Florissant City Hall. There will be no ticket sales at the door. Call the Senior Office, 314-839-7605, for more information.

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Nov. 23: Thanksgiving dinner

The St. Ferdinand Thanksgiving Dinner continues a long tradition of a free dinner to all in the community on Thanksgiving Day. The dinner will be at St. Ferdinand Catholic Church at 1765 Charbonier Road in Florissant. In-house dining service is from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Take out service is available from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. This effort is made possible through the work of nine area churches who come together

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www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • November 8, 2017 in an ecumenical spirit to plan the event. The area churches represented on the planning committee include: Halls Ferry Christian Church, Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, Olivet Missionary Baptist Church, St. Angela Merici, St. Martin de Porres, St. Norbert, St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, St. Sabina and our host church, St. Ferdinand. The dinner is served by volunteers from across the area. To volunteer: go to www.stferdinandstl. org and click on the “turkey dinner” button for more information and to sign-up on-line. The dinner is free to all but it is dependent on the generous support of individuals and area businesses who donate the necessary funds to purchase the food served. To make a donation: please mail a check to The St. Ferdinand Thanksgiving Dinner, St. Ferdinand Catholic Church, 1765 Charbonier Road, Florissant, MO 63031.

Nov. 24: Pot luck dinner

Pot luck dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Nov. 29: Karaoke

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Dec. 31: Winter coat drive

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

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

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

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

Mondays: A cappella singers

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

Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals

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

Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)

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

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

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

Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

Doors at 4:30pm, games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For

more information, call 314.921.2316.

Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?

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

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

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

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

Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604. Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group 3-4pm, Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314.653.5331.

Thursdays: Quilting guild

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

Thursdays: Blood pressure checks Free blood pressure checks monthly at Life Care Center of Florissant at 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. (off Parker Rd.) in

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

Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo

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

Fridays: Celebrate Recovery

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

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

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Can movies predict the future?

M O V I E By Steve Bryan

he entire “Back to the Future” trilogy dealt with the delicate nature of time and those who journey through it. Marty McFly, played by Michael J. Fox, used future knowledge a few times to help himself, his family and Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd). Marty also learned, though, that traveling through time can lead to some disastrous consequences. “Back to the Future Part II,” the second film in the series, also showed the Chicago Cubs winning the World Series in 2015. As it turns out, the Cubs became World Champions in 2016 after a rather exciting Game 7. They were only off by a year, so maybe Marty and Doc’s travels changed things just a bit. Other movies have predicted the future as well. 1998’s “You’ve Got Mail,” for instance, foresaw the end of most “Mom-and-Pop” book sellers. MSN Money recently reported that Book World, a 40-year-old chain of book stores, will close all its locations and be gone by January. Other large chains also have disappeared. Amazon and the popularity of e-books and e-readers have been cited as a contributing factor in their demise. Book World is suffering the same fate as “The Shop Around the Corner,” the quaint New York City establishment run by Kathleen Kelly (Meg Ryan) in “You’ve Got Mail.” Established by her mother, the shop was an institution for years until Fox Books, a giant superstore, arrived in the neighborhood. Protests and news stories couldn’t stop Joe Fox (Tom Hanks) and his father from taking business away from the little shop. Like Book World, Kathleen shuttered her store, sharing her frustrations with an online

friend, not realizing that she was talking to Joe Fox himself. Things worked out rather well for everyone in the movie, but it’s hard to say how real-life bookstore owners will handle the aftermath of liquidation and closure. In another ironic twist, Amazon, the online giant, is opening its own bricks-and-mortar stores. Based on this evidence, should we pay more attention to the movies and be ready for future events? In “Demolition Man,” Sylvester Stallone played John Spartan, a Los Angeles police officer who landed in a cryogenic prison. Revived decades later to help catch a deadly criminal, he must adapt to a brave new world where all restaurants have become Taco Bell. Maybe it’s time to invest in “Yum!,” the parent company of Taco Bell. Future knowledge is not just on the big screen. The Houston Astros achieved their

first world championship on Nov. 1, a feat predicted on a 2014 “Sports Illustrated” cover. Did Henry, the time-jumping husband and father in “The Time Traveler’s Wife,” write for the magazine on one of his journeys? Or did the sports publication create its own-time viewer like Ben Affleck did in “Paycheck”? “Back to the Future II” photo courtesy of Univeral Studios 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.