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November 12, 2014

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Crowds lined the streets of Florissant on Sunday for the annual veterans’ parade and festivities.

Florissant honors veterans with annual festivities A veterans’ parade marched through the streets of Florissant on Sunday, followed by a presentation of the Veteran of the Year award.

This year’s Parade Marshall was David D. Miller, who was last year’s Veteran of the Year winner.

The guest speaker was the 2008 Veteran of the Year Carl Hargus. Carl served in the United States Army for 25 years, retiring as a Sergeant Major in 1980. He completed two short terms and two extended long terms in Vietnam with the Special Forces. He earned Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Bronze Star Medal and Meritorious Service Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, Purple Heart Medal, and the Army Commendation Medal among other numerous service medals, citations and badges.

Veteran of the Year award went to Joe D. Quick who was recognized for his dedicated service to our nation in the US Army during the Korean War and his continuing service to veterans and to the community in the following years. As a teenager he enlisted in the Army in De-

cember 1948 and after basic training he served on occupation duty on Okinawa until June 1950. After a tour in Korea he served three years in the Army Reserve.

He has been an active member of VFW Florissant Valley Memorial Post 4105 since 1971 where he has served three terms as the commander. He is also a charter member of the Korean War Veterans Association Chapter 4.

The 2.5-mile parade began at the corner St. Charles and St. Francois, went east on St. Francois, one block south on New Florissant to East on St. Catherine, North on Waterford Drive, and ended at the James J. Eagan Center. Following the parade there was a presentation of the Veteran of the Year award.

There were over 70 units participating, including military vehicles, drum corps, marching bands, elected officials and many others paying tribute to our veterans.

This event was first brought here at the suggestion of Mr. Norman Sirna, a member of the Veterans’ Commission.

Mayor Schneider and the City Council

invite everyone to bring their children/ grandchildren to this event and salute the men and women who have and continue to serve this great country in Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines and Coast Guard.

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Vol. 93 No. 46

Rossie Lohman Turns 108 Years Young

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Around Town Local news and events like a $500,000 donation to Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri and more

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Business Greater North County Chamber of Commerce to host Nite of Stars and more

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School Koch Elementary School students help get out the vote and more

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Learn and Play Play Sudoku, discover a new novel with Book Buzz and revisit your favorite TV shows with this week’s Crossword Puzzle

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Movie “Fury” takes a gritty look at World War II through the eyes of a Sherman tank commander played

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Sports Local sport authority Gary B fills you in on the weekend’s sporting events.

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Recipes Sugar cookie cut-outs, mini pumpkin pies and chocolate peppermint crinkles

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What’s Happening the only events calendar you need to stay entertained all week long

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Over the Fence Joe Morice is to Community News readers what Wilson was to Tim Taylor: enjoy a fresh perspective from our in-house blue-collar philosopher.

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Rossie Lohman of Crystal Creek Nursing

Mrs. Rossie Lohman, resident of Crystal Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation in Florissant since 2008, will celebrate her 108th birthday on Nov. 26. Rossie lost her mom when she was 3 and grew up on her grandparents farm in Illinois. Rossie graduated from high school in 1926 and in 1927 she took a job at Southwestern Bell as an operator. She retired in 1962.

Rossie married a World War I veteran, Al Lohman in 1933, and lived in their Webster Groves home until 2007.

Her most memorable event of all her years was Charles Lindbergh’s flight to cross the Atlantic Ocean. When asked what she attributes her longevity to she replied, “Dark chocolate and just keep on moving.”

$500,000 Matching Pledge Announced for New Girl Scout Program Center Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri has received a generous pledge from James and Cathy Berges for the development of the Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center. Their investment will provide opportunities and experiences for today’s girls so they can reach their full potential and become the leaders of tomorrow.

The Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center will serve as a hub for Girl Scouts with stateof-the-art equipment, volunteer training rooms and space for meetings and events. Programs will be held throughout the day, evening and on weekends.

“Our family recognizes the importance of investing in the girls of eastern Missouri to help develop them into the leaders of tomorrow and we are excited to personally and financially support a space for this to happen,” said Jim and Cathy Berges.

The Berges family has donated $500,000 as a matching grant for the build out and ongoing operating expenses of the program center. Jim Berges retired as the President of Emerson in 2005, after nearly 30 years with the company.

Today, Berges is Operating Partner at Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC. Berges says, “Our companies and communities will benefit from an improved pipeline of women with technical, financial and leadership education. Through our matching program we hope to encourage individuals and companies, big and small, to step up and fund the ongoing expenses of this program center and the opportunities that it will provide our youth.”

Women represent half of the workforce in this country and more than half of college students and graduates are women. The potential for women is high but there is still a shortage of

women in many fields. Girl Scouts can help fill this gap.

Based on the interests of today’s girls and the needs of our communities, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri has identified three main focus areas that will provide girls with the tools they need to succeed in the future. These focus areas are: STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), money management and health in all forms such as physical, mental and emotional. Girl Scout programs will align with these focus areas and provide innovative experiences for girls and adult volunteers.

With the Berges’ investment and the individual and corporate match, Girl Scouts will be able to offer program opportunities for the 46,000 Girl Scouts in urban, suburban and rural areas of eastern Missouri that otherwise would not be possible. The Berges Family Girl Scout Program Center will house programs with topics like robotics, taste of science, career exploration, financial education and healthy living all while creating a lasting impact on the community.

Girls are the pipeline for the future workforce and it is important they be exposed to real-world skills like critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork through fun, progressive programs.

“All girls deserve the opportunity to participate in exemplary leadership-building experiences that will be vital to their future success,” said Bonnie Barczykowski, CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri. “We are honored by James and Cathy’s investment in and commitment to our girls. This investment is a shining example of a family giving back to the next generation and ultimately impacting the future of our communities.”

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Meet the Author & Book Signing Event!

Mercy Hospital Gift Shop presents From Pigtails to Chin Hairs: A Memoir & More author, Becky Lewellen Povich Mercy Hospital Gift Shop will host Becky Lewellen Povich, author of “From Pigtails to Chin Hairs: A Memoir & More” from 2– 4 pm Wednesday, Dec. 17. The gift shop is located inside the hospital’s main entrance, 615 S. New Ballas Rd. Becky Lewellen Povich was born in Illinois and spent most of her growing up years in Cahokia and East St. Louis, before moving to Affton, Missouri while in high school. She’s made her home in St. Charles County for over 30 years.

In her memoir, Becky takes the reader from her young Illinois childhood in the 1950s to present day life in St. Peters, Mo. Each chapter is a scene from everyday life and/or unexpected events written in the way only Povich can, with humor and poignancy woven into them. She relates tales of Christmases, summertime fun, grade school antics, and long car rides visiting grandparents in small town Greenfield, Iowa.

She willingly shares the bittersweet times, too, which include her parents’ divorce, major disappointments, preteen and teenage angst, her ill-fated first marriage spent mostly in Germany, and a whack on her head from a falling crowbar! She also comically writes about her happy second marriage, cell phones, dishwashers, and how she was born with a klutz gene.

Becky Lewellen Povich has numerous publications, including stories in “Chicken Soup for the Soul” books, other anthologies, newspapers and magazines. Becky is currently working on her sequel due out in 2015, which contains more memories and anecdotes.

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Four Overland Residents Receive Keys to the City Ken Crowder, Beth Ruckman, and Rich and Carol Kilzer have been recognized as “Citizens of the Year” by the City of Overland for their outstanding contributions to community betterment. Each was given a key to the city by Mayor Michael T. Schneider in special ceremonies at the Overland City Council Meeting on October 27.

Beth Ruckman is Operator/Manager of Carol’s Corner Florist in Overland. Beth volunteers her time to help produce many local From left, Rich Kilzer, Carol Kilzer, Beth Ruckman, Mayor Michael Schneider, events including Overland’s “Autumn in the and Ken Crowder.

Park” festival in September each year that atpergola, carillon at city hall, banners, painted tracts thousands of people to the city’s Norstreet logos, patriotic bunting, art for parks and man Meyers Park.

Ken Crowder leads a committee of eight on the welcome markers top the list of accomplishments.

Overland Preservation Commission. His commit- The committee is always searching for new ideas tee created the Commission’s “Home of the Month to improve the city’s appearance.

All of these “Citizens of the Year” have been in Award” from which the “Home of the Year” is chotheir volunteer positions for several years. They sen. In addition, Ken and his committee volunteer to assist at many other local events. Ken is a retired spend many hours volunteering time and efforts to help ensure that that Overland reflects its slohistory teacher in the Ritenour School District. gan “A Great Place to Live.”

Rich Kilzer is President and Market Master of the Overland Farmers Market. In addition to coordinating activities and vendors as a volunteer, Rich oversees the Board and manages the Market which is open every Saturday morning from MayOctober every year.

Carol Kilzer, Rich’s wife, chairs the Overland Beautification Committee. Her committee of eight is responsible for designing and implementing enhancements in city parks and on rights-of-way. Historical markers, bike racks, floral planters, benches, trash receptacles,

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“Land of Smiles” Motivate 100 Ferguson-Florissant Students to Adopt Healthy Oral Habits Tooth decay is the leading chronic infectious disease among children in our nation. It causes pain and can interfere with a child’s ability to eat, speak, smile and concentrate, and has the potential to affect one’s systemic health. To help combat this issue, Delta Dental of Missouri is educating and inspiring children to adopt healthy life habits through its upbeat and interactive, touring “Land of Smiles” program. Thanks to the newlyestablished collaboration with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services’ (DHSS) Preventive Services Program, the show now also underscores the importance of fluoride varnishes. The 2014 tour made its most recent stop at Holman Elementary in Berkeley, Mo. The “Land of Smiles” show features Tooth Wizard and his ongoing crusade to help kids have healthy teeth. The show’s characters get the children excited about brushing and flossing properly and visiting Tooth Wizard’s “best friend,” the dentist. They also discuss what foods are good and bad for teeth and overall health, the importance of having fluoride varnishes applied to teeth, eating right, exercising daily and making healthy choices.

Tooth Wizard came bearing gifts for the students at Holman Elementary. Each child was sent home with a “smile bag” from Delta Dental, packed with a toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, an educational coloring sheet and a mirror decal reminding them to brush twice each day. After the show, the school nurses received a Land of Smiles curriculum kit that can be used to help reinforce the good oral health messages of the show in the classroom. The kit includes a mouth model and large toothbrush, children’s books, a sing-a-long CD and a “Land Tooth Wizard and Plaque take their battle for oral health to area schools to teach healthy oral habits. Photo courtesy Delta Dental of Smiles” DVD. “This cast of characters has been travelventive measures can also be taken, like the application ing Missouri highways for more than a decade teaching of fluoride varnish, which strengthens the teeth and and inspiring kids in nearly every county in the state,” helps prevent decay. The Missouri DHSS has a fantastic commented Monica Green, manager, marketing and Preventive Services Program that is also working with communications for Delta Dental of Missouri. “But, the schools to provide young students with free access to program is about more than longevity. It’s about having this type of care.” a proven track record for resonating with children and Throughout the school year, two separate “Land of being a catalyst for change. Dental disease Smiles” casts will collectively teach more than 65,000 is 100 percent preventable. The formula is students at over 320 schools across the state of Missouri. simple. You need to brush twice daily, floss For more information, visit www.LandofSmilesProand see a dentist twice a year. Other pre- gram.org or call 888.383.0008.

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The motors are revving. The checkered flag has dropped. Let the race begin. It’s a fiery competition, but it’s not The Grand Prix or The Indianapolis 500. It’s a dash to the mall to find a parking place, and it would blow the tires off of either of those pansy races.

I am the pace car with twenty others behind me in tow. I have entered the mall 30 minutes ago and have now circled its perimeter 19 times.

Suddenly, in the far distance, I spy a gap in the parking lot. An open stall! I break from the pack and stomp on the accelerator. With giddiness I approach the opening only to be sadly disappointed as I see one of those itty-bitty compact cars wedged deep into the space. It’s a cruel optical illusion. Curse those tiny clown cars. No one can see the bumper until they are right up on the bumper. Drats. Now I have lost my place in the circling pack. I am on my own.

Oh…oh…oh…another one becomes available.

Is it a Christmas gift? Right up front someone is pulling out. I refer to these spaces as “pretty girl parking.” I may not fit the bill, but it still makes me feel better momentarily when I snag one.

Drats and double drats. A blue sign informs me that it’s handicap parking. The $500 fine is

outside my shopping budget. I move on.

Another false alarm comes available only to find out that it is designated for “Mothers with Young Children.” I look around to see if there are any I can temporarily “borrow.” Hey, I’d release them unharmed in the nearest toy section.

The next space is reserved for “Expectant Mothers.” I tell myself that even though it would be physically improbable for me, that a Christmas Miracle did indeed happen long ago. I look to the east hoping to see a shining star. Nada. It’s just not my lucky day.

Another space is designated for “Employee of the Month.” Where are the ones marked, “Desperate Shopper on the Verge of Meltdown?”

I head for home and do what any desperate shopper would do – order everything online.

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Give Thanks by Giving Blood through the Red Cross this Holiday Season The American Red Cross asks eligible donors to make an appointment to give blood to help ensure sufficient blood supplies are available for patients this holiday season.

Blood donations often decline during the holidays when donors get busy with travel and family gatherings, but the need for blood remains steady. Someone in the U.S. needs blood every two seconds.

Eligible donors with all types are needed, especially those with O negative, A negative and B negative.

To learn more about donating blood and to schedule an appointment, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767).

As extra encouragement to donate blood during the busiest time of November, presenting blood donors from Nov. 26 through Nov. 30 will receive a limitededition Red Cross potholder stuffed with unique celebrity chef recipes, while supplies last. Thanksgiving recipes are courtesy of Mario Batali, Rocco DiSpirito, Alex Guarnaschelli and Mike Isabella.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities: Saint Louis County Florissant • Nov. 26: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., St Louis County Library, 195 S New Florissant Road • Nov. 26: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m., STL County Library Jamestown Bluffs, 4153 North US Highway 67 Manchester • Nov 23: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Islamic Foundation of Greater St. Louis, 517 Weidman Rd • Nov. 29: 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., Manchester United Methodist Church, 129 Woods Mill Rd. Chesterfield • Nov. 16: 1:15 - 5:15 p.m., Aish Hatorah Jewish Learning Center, 457 N Woodsmill Rd • Nov. 25: 3 - 7 p.m., St Louis County Library - Samuel Sachs Branch, 16400 Buckhardt Place • Nov. 28: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Bonhomme Presbyterian Church, 14820 Conway Rd.

Saint Louis • Nov. 17: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., St Louis County Library Weber Rd, 4444 Weber Rd. • Nov. 17: 1 - 5 p.m., St Louis County Library Thornhill Branch, 12863 Willowyck Drive • Nov. 18: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., St Louis Area Chapter American Red Cross, 10195 Corporate Square • Nov. 21: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., BJC Learning Institute, 8300 Edger Road • Nov. 24: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Cassidy Turley, 622 Emerson Road • Nov. 24: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., St Louis County Library, 1640 S Lindbergh • Nov 24: 1 - 5 p.m., Oak Bend Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave. • Nov. 24: 2 - 6 p.m., St Louis County Library - Tesson Ferry Branch, 9920 Lin Ferry Drive • Nov 24: 4 - 7 p.m., Seven Holy Founders, 6737 Rock Hill Rd. • Nov. 26: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., South County YMCA, 12736 Southfork Road

Make your big day as unique as you are Weddings are steeped in tradition no matter whom you are or where you live. But what if you’re not interested in wearing the same dress your mother did, getting married in the same location your sister did or wearing something blue?

Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

Plenty of brides search for ways to make their special day as unique as they are. Here are five ways to put your own special spin on this classic tradition.

A guest book you’ll use.

Signing the guest book is a common tradition at most weddings; you’ve probably signed a few in your lifetime. After the wedding is over, however, this priceless keepsake often disappears into a box never to be seen again. Break from tradition by creating a guest book you’ll actually use. Take a trip to the book store with your partner and browse the coffee table books. Once you find one that interests both of you, claim it as your guest book. Your wedding guests can sign their names in the margins and afterwards you’ll be left with a permanent, functional guest book to display for visitors and friends.

Dance under the stars.

Looking to create a one-of-akind wedding? Don’t rent the same ballroom as all of your friends. Host your reception outdoors. You can rent a dance floor from a local rental facility and trained technicians will arrive to set it up easily. You’ll dance on a traditional wood floor while looking up at the stars - what could be more original than that? Don’t forget to rent a tent so that weather doesn’t dampen the mood. You can find more unique flooring ideas at RentalHQ.com, where you can locate your local rental store.

Treasure the memories. Get your guests involved in the event by placing blank cards and pens at each seat location.

Ask your guests to write about their favorite memory of you and/or your spouse. Collect all of these cards and turn them into a scrapbook for a treasured keepsake.

Prepare a menu that is uniquely you. Chocolate fountains were once unique and elegant, but now they’re commonplace. Don’t despair, because there are plenty of unique edible snack options you can include in your special day. If you’re getting married in the blistering heat, rent a snow cone machine to offer your guests some sweet relief. If you and your spouse are big movie buffs or your wedding has a Hollywood theme, rent a popcorn machine to complete the look. And for the bride who’s still a kid at heart, nothing captures that better than renting an authentic cotton candy machine.

Find the color that suits you. Maybe wearing something blue doesn’t suit you, but perhaps you’re not too wild about black and white either.

At many venues, though, these colors are the only choices you have when it comes to tablecloths and napkins. Remember, you don’t have to settle; you can provide your own materials simply by renting them.

This opens up a color palette of limitless options. If you are planning a fall wedding, look for napkins that reflect the colors of the leaves. Did you meet in college? Choose linens in your school’s colors. Whatever shade speaks to you, you can find it and give your wedding a look no one will expect.

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Chamber to host Holiday Nite of Stars

Local Snow and Ice Leader Named to National Board

Brush off your dancing shoes and don your party attire. It’s time once again for the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce’s Nite of Stars, presented by Christian Hospital.

The chamber invites its members, staff, family, friends and community residents to join the festivities from 7 p.m. to midnight on Friday, Dec. 5, at the Paul Detrick Atrium, 11133 Dunn Road, on the campus of Christian Hospital.

The holiday gala will feature lavish hors d’ oeuvres and decadent desserts served throughout the evening, along with an open bar, silent auction, live auction, a DJ and dancing.

Cost is $75 per person, which includes a chance to win cash prizes—one of which is $2,500. Additional tickets for the cash drawings are available for $25 each.

Also available are V.I.P. sponsors (tables of eight) for $750.

V.I.P. sponsors to date are Complete Auto Body and Truck Repair, Paul Cerame Auto Group, and DeSmet Retirement Community/St. Catherine Retirement Community.

Sponsors to date include Platinum: Christian Hospital; Gold: Life Care Center/The Bridge at Florissant; Silver: Dave Mungenast Hyundai, Delmar Gardens North/Garden Villas North, Handyman True Value Hardware, and Stygar Family of Funeral Service; Bronze Sponsors: Bellefontaine Neighbors, Charter Business, DeSmet Retirement Community/St. Catherine Retirement Community; Go2Partners, Lutheran Senior Services, Rancho Manor and Valley Industries; Copper Sponsors: Click Heating & Cooling, Kwik Kopy Printing and Zykan Family Partnership; Mystery Raffle Sponsor: Trinity Catholic High School and White Auto Body; and Sweet Farewell Sponsors: Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake and Nimmons Wealth Management.

To purchase your tickets or reserve your sponsorship, call the Chamber office at 314-831-3500.

BSR Services’ president Carl Bolm was recently selected as the newest board member for Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA). In this position, Bolm will work with other board members during his three-year term to promote best practices within the industry.

Bolm was recently honored as SIMA’s 2014 “CEO of the Year”. His company, which was founded in 1984, is currently celebrating its 30th anniversary in business.

BSR Services is St. Louis’ largest locally owned and operated snow and ice management provider. The company is a proac-

tive risk management expert with the area’s largest fleet of snow-only trucks and assorted snow-specific equipment.

“I am really looking forward to working with this group of very talented individuals,” said Bolm. “The board plays an integral role in guiding and directing the industry, and I hope my experience adds to the mix.”

BSR Services is one of the only companies nationwide to have an entire staff certified by the Accredited Snow Contractors Association (ASCA). BSR has Advanced Snow Managers (ASM) and Certified Snow Professionals (CSP) trained

BSR Services and president Carl Bolm

through the Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA), which is the industry’s highest accreditation. In addition, the company is a member of Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) and Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM).

Kelly Hager Group Real Estate Services Partners with Friends of Kids with Cancer for Third Consecutive Year Hager Group Real Estate Services announces its third annual partnership with Friends of Kids with Cancer by committing to support at least 30 families with gifts and financial donations this holiday season. Donations will be accepted at the Kelly Hager Group Real Estate Services office Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. until Friday, Dec. 5, or on Saturday, Dec. 6 between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. at Buder Hall on the campus of Maryville University.

“Our goal is to be able to provide a wonderful Christmas for each and every one of these families,” said Kelly Hager, CEO of Kelly Hager Group Real Estate Services. “Many of these children have been fighting illness for a very long time, and as you might imagine, it is devastating for the entire family. We want to allow them to take their minds off their worries and simply enjoy a very special Christmas together.”

With a child suffering from some form of

cancer in each of the families, The Kelly Hager Group is accepting donations to fulfill the families’ holiday wish lists as well as stock their homes with everyday necessities. Monetary donations are also accepted in the form of cash, checks or gift cards.

In 2013, Kelly Hager Group Real Estate Services raised a total of $50,000 for 25 families in the St. Louis area, and they are aiming to improve on that amount this year. In addition to accepting donations, the group will host a gift wrapping party in Buder Hall starting at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6. The families will arrive between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to pick up the gifts.

To donate to the cause, visit www.kellyhager. com and click on the link on the top of the page, or click on the pink stocking on the right of the page. The group is encouraging all participants to get involved early to ensure the program’s success.

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FFSD Students Place in National Essay Contest Five students from the Ferguson-Florissant School District – three from Ferguson Middle School and two from McCluer South Berkeley High School – recently placed in the 2014 Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. Alpha Zeta Chapter’s National Essay Contest.

On Nov. 22, each of the winners is invited to attend the sorority’s 33rd annual “Apple for the Teacher” awards luncheon, which honors educators and students. The winners will receive a financial aid award, certificate, and have their picture taken with the other contest winners.

The five FFSD students who earned awards in

this year’s Iota Phi Lambda Sorority Inc. Alpha Zeta Chapter National Essay Contest were: Ferguson Middle School eighth-grader Jazmin Woodcox (first place in the middle school category), Ferguson Middle School eighth-grader Vashara Johnson (second place in the middle school category), Ferguson Middle School eighth-grader Nicholas Armstead (third place in the middle school category), McCluer South Berkeley High School twelfth-grader Jared Williams (second place in the high school category) and McCluer South Berkeley High School eleventh-grader Amber Keys (third place in the high school category).

Heavy Voter Turnout at Koch Elementary School Passing the adult voting area next door to the cafeteria, kindergarten through fifth grade students at Koch Elementary School sacrificed some of their lunch time to make sure that they too were part of the decision-making process. Ballots were distributed to all classrooms and by the second lunch period student participation was on its way to 100%. Students who cast a ballot were given a sticker and many were eager to share how they voted. Spirits were high and all students believed their choice would be victorious. The favorite issue was classroom party food.

When asked if the kindergarten classes were given a pictorial ballot, Howard Fields, principal for Koch Elementary replied, “Our kindergarten students read and can easily recognize the choices.” All students received the same ballot and each made their selection on their own.

Ballot options for favorite classroom party food were pizza, hot dogs and nachos. Everyone had an opinion and all believed their vote was important.

“Wow! You guys are fast,” exclaimed one third grade student who placed a hot dog on his tray

after only moments before having submitted his vote. “Awww” sighed others who believed their vote was for today’s lunch.

“Today’s lunch menu was scheduled weeks ago,” corrected Fields. “What you are doing today will help determine many things in the future.”

The sentiment was shared by community voters passing by, proud to see the next generation eager to cast a vote.

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Hazelwood East High Math Teacher Recognized for Outstanding Teaching Kevin Martin, math teacher and instructional coach at Hazelwood East High School, has been recognized by St. Louis Magazine and America Achieves for outstanding work in and outside the classroom.

Martin is one of seven educators recognized as part of the inaugural St. Louis Family Magazine Excellence in Education Awards. The award recognizes educators for their hard work, determination, and dedication to change students’ lives through education.

Two years ago, Martin started the Saturday Academy, opening the school once or twice a month for students who want extra time with teachers, tutoring, time in the library or to catch up on study hall, or time to just hang out.

“We have made tremendous gains as a school as a whole,” Martin says. “Three years ago, we were identified as one of the lowest five percent unaccredited schools, and now we are fully accredited.

We’ve had double-digit gains in math scores in the last two years.”

Martin was selected as the winner for the high school category.

Martin has also been selected for the America Achieves’ Fellowship for Teachers and Principles for the 2014-16 school years. The fellowship provides a platform for sharing best practices and giving educators a voice in local, state, and national discussions about public education.

This recognition will give Martin an opportunity to join 180 national fellows from 35 states and the District of Columbia, to develop skills to significantly impact students locally and nationally.

He will travel to New York City to meet with other fellows to dive deep into critical issues, collaborate on ways to scale their impact, develop action plans, and advise policymakers and thought leaders.

“I am honored to work with incredible educators that are committed to transforming education for themselves and scholars,” he stated regarding this opportunity.

Award-Winning Children’s Author Shares with Students the Journey from St. Louis to ‘Humphreyville’ Children’s author Betty Birney was 7-years-old and growing up in Affton, Mo., when she realized she wanted to be a writer. She also learned that she needed to learn more about writing.

Her first work was titled “Teddy Bear in the Woods,” but she never finished it.

“I learned that stories have to have a beginning, middle and end,” Birney explained to the Lawson Elementary School third-graders. “I had a beginning and a middle, Children’s author Betty Birney speaks with third graders at Lawson Elementary in the Hazelwood but didn’t know what to do School District. Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District next.”

“Clifford the Big Red Dog” and “Madeline” carBirney visited Lawson and Jamestown Elementoon series. tary schools in the Hazelwood School District to However, Birney is best known for her “Humtalk to students about writing, the process and as a phrey” series of books, the most recent installcareer. During her visit to Lawson, she recalled her ment being “Secrets According to Humphrey.” childhood growing up in South St. Louis County Birney says she chose a hamster for the subject and spending time with her extended family on of her books because they are active and would Humphrey Street in south St. Louis. After gradube able to move around, the perfect characterisating from Webster University, Birney moved to tics for the mischief and exploration Humphrey Southern California and landed a position as an is known for. The 11th installment of the series, advertising copywriter at Disneyland and later, “Imagination According to Humphrey,” is schedDisney Studios. It was at Disney Studios where she uled for release in January 2015. branched into television writing, working on sevBirney, who is a wife and mother, offered the eral projects including an early Disney Channel students several tips on writing. show, “Welcome to Pooh Corner.”

“When I write, I use a cheap notebook and I just “It was a really hard job you know, getting put everything down,” she explained. “Then I go up every day and going to work at Disneyland,” back and I’ll read it and add something here or Birney joked. maybe take something out. I keep working on it Birney says she never thought about writing for until it’s where I think it should be. But that’s the children but once she started, she was hooked. thing about writing – it can be frustrating someShe spent the next 20 years writing for a variety times, but you don’t give up. You keep working on of shows geared toward young people including it and it will get better and you will get better at it.”

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Middle Pick: I Pledge Allegiance Community News is proud to offer our readers “Book Buzz.”

This column will feature great books for children in three categories: Youngest Pick: early childhood to the first or second grade, Middle Pick: elementary school children, and Oldest Pick: middle school children. Enjoy!

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“I Pledge Allegiance,” is a red, white and blue must-read by Pat Mora and Libby Martinez. This picture book drives patriotism home, and highlights the joy a young girl feels when her great-aunt becomes a naturalized citizen.

Both the child and her aunt must memorize the Pledge of Allegiance. The little girl will be leading her class in the pledge, and her great-aunt is required to recite the pledge in a courtroom before a judge.

At home, the child and her aunt “Lobo” work together, placing their hands over their hearts, because “It’s a promise you make with your hearts,” the girl’s teacher Mrs. Hall tells her class. She also explains “indivisible” means that America is “. . . 50 states, but we are all one country.”

The upcoming naturalization ceremony offers the child’s great-aunt the opportunity to tell her niece about growing up in Mexico and about why her father wanted to leave his homeland for a life in America.

“This country is like one big family, una familia, that works together to take care of people who need our help. That is what America did for me.”

Crossword Puzzle Theme: TV Classics

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9. “____” by Van Halen 13. *Like the Fonz 14. Go a-courting 15. Saints’ lights 16. Holy water holder 17. To carry, as in heavy suitcase 18. Lowest point 19. *Sabrina, Kelly and Jill 21. *Tom Selleck’s private investigator character 23. *”Wide World of Sports” opened with a failed ___ jump 24. *Otis’ room on “The Andy Griffith Show” 25. Chance occurrence 28. Shells, e.g.

30. *Talking palomino’s title 35. *West of “Batman” 37. Lad, in Ireland 39. Do penance 40. *”Project Runway” judge 41. Root of iris, ingredient in many gins 43. Old Norse texts 44. “__ ___ in sight” 46. Pottery oven 47. Log splitter 48. Like Princess Aurora 50. Pair 52. *”___, Dear” starring Anthony Clark and Mike O’Malley 53. *”My ____ is Earl” 55. Cook in a pan 57. *Arnaz-Ball production company 60. *Kevin James was its king?

63. Ado 64. Winter bug 66. *Like Thurston Howell III of “Gilligan’s Island” 68. Declare invalid 69. High ___ 70. Hiding place 71. *Voice of the Mayor in “Family Guy” 72. It would 73. Used for searching DOWN 1. Emergency responder

2. *Lieutenant Commander ____ in “Star Trek: the Next Generation” 3. Clickable image 4. *What Thomas the Train does 5. Kansas capital 6. Hole-making tools 7. Debtor’s note 8. Proclaimed true without proof 9. Ponce de León’s first name 10. Language of Pakistan 11. Disable 12. P in m.p.g.

15. England, in Latin 20. Horizontal bar dance 22. This was true for Annie Oakley 24. A drive for fun 25. *Barbera’s animated partner 26. *Dora the Explorer’s farewell 27. Instrument _____ 29. *He greeted others with “Na-Nu Na-Nu” 31. Kind of cell

32. *NBC’s “The _____ Show” 33. Provide with ability 34. Old Brazilian coins 36. Lion’s do 38. Like acne-prone skin 42. Mix-up 45. Coping mechanism 49. Chum 51. In fancy clothing 54. Civilian clothes 56. Female gossip 57. Ready to serve 58. A long, long time 59. Bolted 60. Thigh 61. *____ Wyle of TV’s “ER” 2014 movie 62. Comme ci, comme ça 63. *”Hee ___” variety show 65. Allow 67. However, poetically See answers on page 13

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Movie

By Steve Bryan - Rated: R

Fury

With “Saving Private Ryan,” a new breed of Hollywood war film emerged, one that pulls absolutely no punches. “Fury,” David Ayer’s look at tank warfare in World War II, is exceptionally raw and graphic. Set in the waning days of World War II, it’s definitely not for the faint of heart.

Brad Pitt is in fine form as Don “Wardaddy” Collier, the commander of a Sherman tank that’s been christened “Fury.” After losing his assistant driver, Collier is saddled with Norman Ellison (Logan Lerman), a fresh recruit originally assigned to clerical duty. He and his crew have to push deeper into Germany, causing as much damage as they can.

A brutal assault on the senses, “Fury” takes a claustrophobic look at life inside a tank in the middle of a hot zone. When the young rookie reports for duty, for example, he scrubs the remains of his predecessor off the tank floor before they can proceed with their mission. With five men crammed into a confined space, tempers typically flare.

Brad Pitt brings a certain intensity to his perfor-

mances in World War II films. His Lt. Aldo Raine in “Inglorious Basterds” had one credo: kill Nazis. As Don “Wardaddy” Collier, his mission remains the same. Pitt gives Wardaddy an almost insatiable hatred of German soldiers, especially the SS commanders.

Suffice it to say, no officer will be able to successfully surrender to his crew.

For Logan Lerman, “Fury” serves as his breakout role. The actor enjoyed some success with the “Percy Jackson” franchise, but this role lets him move beyond young adult parts. As Norman, Lerman embodies all the soldiers who were thrust into the middle of combat without adequate training.

Director David Ayer (“End of Watch”) keeps the action moving at a slow, agonizing pace; there are no rapid-fire combat sequences. Wardaddy and his crew move methodically across the German landscape, ferreting out surviving officers and evacuating civilians.

Sometimes, though, it’s hard to tell one from the other.

There are moments of humanity that offset the combat, however. Norman and Collier find a German woman and her cousin living inside a damaged apart-

ment building. Wardaddy and his young driver are able to relax briefly, clean up, and share a meal with the two ladies before resuming their mission.

A definite Oscar frontrunner, “Fury” delivers the goods.

Its intensity and gritty honesty may not be for everyone, but it remains a solid piece.

“Fury,” rated R for strong sequences of war violence, some grisly images, and language throughout, currently is playing in theaters.

Fury photos courtesy of Columbia Pictures Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

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Rams Only Played the First Half – Again The St. Louis Rams have been a very good team the first half of several games this year.

For some reason they step backwards the last 30 minutes and don’t finish the opponent off when they have a lead. Are they gassed? Do they lose focus?

It happened again on Sunday against the firstplace Arizona Cardinals, who hold the best record in the NFL. The St. Louis club had a well-played, 14-10 lead with less than eight minutes left in the game. The Cardinals scored 21 unanswered points in less than four minutes to take a 31-14 victory.

A few highlights included: *Quarter back Austin Davis had a 145.8 passer rating in the first half which was the highest firsthalf rating for a Rams quarterback since Gus Frerotte (pictured).

*Tight end Jared Cook hauled in a 59-yard touchdown reception from Davis, the longest reception of the season for the Rams. *The Rams’ defense tied Buffalo for most sacks since the start of the 2012 season with 122 in that time span. At the start of the game, the Rams were tied with Carolina with 119. *The Rams’ defense limited the Cardinals rushing attack to 23 yards, a 1.3-yard average that is the lowest total rushing yards and average this season for a Rams opponent.

The Rams next home games include: • Sunday 11-16 against Denver Broncos @ 12 p.m.

• Sunday 11-30 against Oakland Raiders @ 12 p.m.

• Thursday 12-11 against Arizona Cardinals @ 7:25 p.m.

• Sunday 12-21 against New York Giants @ 3:05 p.m. * Need extra energy Lindenwood Holds Its Own In Columbia The Lindenwood women’s basketball team traveled to SEC country to play the Missouri Tigers.

The Lions would fall to Mizzou 67-61, but held their own.

Lindenwood’s Kassidy Gengenbacher led the Lions with 28 points. Last years MIAA Freshman of the Year shot 10-21. Lindenwood got big contributions from Beth Marnpaa and Vanessa Zailo, who had 15 rebounds.

Lindenwood starts to play for real on Nov. 14 in Hyland Arena against Arkansas-Monticello. * Thanks to Lindenwood’s Tyler Scheller-Sports Information Graduate Assistant Get Ready to Tryout for the Rascals The River City Rascals professional baseball team will be looking for a few good men.

I’m giving you plenty of advance warning to get it together so if you think you have what it takes, be at TR Hughes Ballpark in O’Fallon on March 28.

As long as you’re between the ages of 19-27, you have a chance. Go to www.RiverCityRascals.com to check out the details. * You have over four months to get ready Ameristar Draws a Big Crowd for MMA Steve Smith’s Rumble Time Promotions put together a great mixed martial arts card last Friday and packed the Ameristar Casino’s ballroom.

One of the events included ‘North County Nightmare’ Jake Roberts who won his second professional MMA bout in 45-seconds with a triangle.

His team SCMMA was behind him along with his amazing coach in Mike Rogers.

Go to www.RumbleTimePromotions.com to get the rest of the results. * Fast action 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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Classic Holiday Desserts Eggs and essentials for sweet eats

The holidays are a special time of year to celebrate and connect with family and friends. From a cookie swap at work to a formal holiday dinner at home, with the right kind of recipes and a little planning, any holiday gathering can be a sweet success.

But, before you tie your apron strings and grab your rolling pin, avoid the last minute trips to the store by stocking up on baking staples like flour,

butter, sugar and especially eggs.

As a versatile and affordable ingredient, eggs can be used in everything and offer limitless baking possibilities — from pies to cookies to eggnog. Plus, at 15 cents apiece, they can be an affordable way to feed a crowd for the holidays.

For holiday recipes, baking hacks and more, visit IncredibleEgg.org and Incredible Eggs on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.

Mini Pumpkin Pies Prep time: 35 minutes | Chill time: Several hours or overnight Cook time: 35–37 minutes | Yield: 6 mini pies

Sugar Cookie Cut-Outs Prep time: 15 minutes | Chill time: 2 hours or up to 2 days | Cook time: 8–10 minutes per batch | Yield: 4 dozen cookies Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 egg, room temperature 2 egg yolks, room temperature 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt Icing: 2 2/3 cups powdered sugar, sifted 2 tablespoons meringue powder 4 tablespoons water Directions: Combine butter, granulated sugar and vanilla in mixer bowl. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add egg and egg yolks; beat on low speed until blended.

Gradually add flour and salt, beating just until blended.

Refrigerate dough, wrapped in plastic wrap, at least 2 hours or up to 2 days.

Heat oven to 350°F. Work with 1/2 of dough at

a time, keeping remaining dough refrigerated.

Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out cookies using cookie cutters; place 1 inch apart on parchment paperlined or ungreased baking sheets.

Bake in oven until edges are lightly browned, 8–10 minutes. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute.

Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

For icing, combine powdered sugar, meringue powder and water in mixer bowl. Beat on high speed until light and fluffy, 6–8 minutes. If icing is too thick, thin with small amount of additional water.

Chocolate Peppermint Crinkles Prep time: 30 minutes | Chill time: 1 hour or overnight | Cook time: 8–10 minutes per batch | Yield: 6 dozen cookies Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups granulated sugar 1 package (12 ounces) or 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, melted, cooled 3 eggs, room temperature 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon peppermint extract or vanilla 1/3 cup powdered sugar, sifted 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies or candy canes 1/3 cup granulated sugar, for rolling Directions: Mix flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt in large bowl.

Combine sugar, cooled chocolate, eggs, oil and peppermint extract in mixer bowl. Beat on medium speed until blended. Gradually add flour mixture, beating on low speed until blended.

Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 1 hour or overnight.

Heat oven to 350°F. Mix powdered sugar and crushed candy in small bowl. Work with 1/3 of dough at a time, keeping remaining dough refrigerated. Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in granulated sugar first and then in crushed candy mixture. Place 2 inches apart on parchment paper-lined or ungreased baking sheets.

Bake in oven until lightly browned, 8–10 minutes. Cool on baking sheets 1–2 minutes.

Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

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Ingredients: Crust: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup vegetable shortening, cold 2 egg yolks 6–8 tablespoons ice water, divided 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Filling: 3 eggs, slightly beaten 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup half and half Directions: To make unbaked crusts, mix flour and salt in large bowl. Cut in shortening with pastry blender until pieces are size of small peas.

Mix egg yolks, 6 tablespoons ice water and lemon juice in small bowl. Add to flour mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring lightly and tossing with fork until moistened and dough just holds together. Add remaining ice water, if needed. Gather dough and shape into six 1-inch-thick disks. Refrigerate, wrapped in plastic wrap, 1 hour or overnight.

Roll out each dough disk on lightly floured surface, rolling from center to edge, to form 6-inch circle. Fold into quarters; ease and unfold into 4-inch pie plate. Press pastry gently against bottom and sides of pie plate, easing out any air. Trim edge leaving 1/2-inch overhang. Fold overhang under; flute edge. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes.

Heat oven to 400°F. Whisk eggs, pumpkin, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, ginger and cloves in medium bowl.

Beat in half and half. Pour approximately 2/3 cup into each mini piecrust.

Carefully place pies on rack in oven. Bake 15 minutes. Reduce oven to 350°F; continue baking 20–22 minutes or until knife inserted midway between center and edge of pie comes out clean.

Cool completely on wire rack. Refrigerate, loosely covered, until firm, several hours or overnight.

Garnish with toasted pecans and whipped cream.

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Events Nov. 4-6: Christian Hospital Auxiliary Sales: Books are Fun 10am – 4pm, 7am – 4pm, 7am3pm, Christian Hospital Lobby, 11133 Dunn Rd. Choose from hardcovers and paperbacks including many popular titles from the New York Times Best Seller Lists, cookbooks, children’s books, musical selections, photo albums, games and puzzles. All proceeds go toward improving patient care.

Nov. 5: Karaoke 8pm to midnight, Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois.

All profits go to support Veterans. For more information, call 314.831.6121.

esne First Friday Fried Chicken Dinners 3500 St. Catherine St. in Florissant.

Nov. 6: Your Quality of Life 6-7pm, Northwest HealthCare Community Room, 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. The lecture is free, however attendees must register by calling 314.747.9355.

Nov. 8: Wild Bird Rehabilitation Trivia Night & Silent Auction 6 pm, Trivia at 7 pm, Kirkwood Community Center, 111 S. Geyer Rd in Kirkwood. Cash prizes for first and second place finishers.

Tickets are $20 each. Soda and water is included. Alcohol permitted.

For more information and to purchase tickets, call Denise White at 314.426.6400.

Nov 8: Flea Market 8am-1pm, Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois. All profits go to support Veterans. For more information, or to make reservations, call 314.831.6121.

Nov. 8: Diabetes Fair 9 am-1pm, Christian Hospital, Detrick Building Atrium, 11133 Dunn Rd. Free glucose screening.

Registration is required and space is limited. Call 314.747.9355, or 1.877.747.9355.

Nov 7: Steak Fry 5-8pm, Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois. All profits go to support Veterans. For more information, call 314.831.6121.

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Nov. 8: St. Rose Philippine Duchesne 8th Grade Class of 2015 Bingo Dinner St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, 3500 St. Catherine St. in Florissant. Tickets are $20 per person. For more information, call 314.837.3410.

Nov. 9: Ferguson Career Fair for a Cause 2-9pm, Wellspring Church, 33 S. Florissant Rd. in Ferguson. The faijr seeks business owner who may provide jobs to unemployed in the community. No cost for potential employers to participate but a donate is requested. For more information, or to register, email tierrafl@gmail.com.

Nov. 10: Crystal Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Blood Drive for Red Cross

2-6pm, 250 New Florissant Rd. in Florissant.

Nov. 13 Speakers Address Unrest in the North County Area Parents who may be struggling with how to handle this situation with their children are invited to hear from a panel of speakers at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria at Trinity Catholic, 1720 Redman Rd., St. Louis. For more information call the Trinity Catholic Advancement Office at 314-741-1333, ext: 223.

Nov. 14 Pattonville observatory provides view of night sky Every month, through the end of the school year, Pattonville Heights Middle School will host bimonthly public astronomy nights. Items in view each month include planets, stars, constellations, nebulae, galaxies and globular clusters. The next public viewings will take place from 7-9 p.m. Nov. 14 and Dec. 5 and 12. To find out more or find future dates, go online at observatory.psdr3.org or download a list of dates at www.psdr3.org/newsinfo/ pdf/observatorydates14-15.pdf.

Nov. 15 Christmas Vendor and Craft Show Located at Wentzville Community Club running from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free parking and admission.

Nov.16 Friends of Old St. Ferdinand Shrine Pancake Breakfast A delicious “All-You-Can-Eat” pancake and sausage breakfast will be held from 8-11:30 a.m. in the old schoolhouse. The cost is only $6 per adult and $3 per child ages 12 and under. For more information please call (314) 837-2110.

Nov. 18 Feast Day Mass The Old St. Ferdinand Shrine will host a feast day mass in honor of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne.

The celebrant will be Bishop Her-

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mann. The mass begins at 7 p.m. with a reception and free tours of the Shrine complex afterwards. For more information please call (314) 837-2110.

November 21: 5th Annual St. Louis Teen Talent Competition Call for Entries Open to 9th – 12th graders within a 50 mile radius of the Arch. Deadline to regisert is Nov. 21.Register on-line: www.foxpacf.org/teen-talent-showcase.aspx Nov. 25: Winter Coat Drive Crystal Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation, 250 New Florissant Rd. in Florissant. Bring your unwanted winter coats to by Nov. 25. For more information, call 314.610.7008, or visit www.onewarmcoat.org.

Nov. 25 Career Fair Speaker Lydia Douglas will be speaking at the Cool Valley School Career Fair located at 1351 S. Florissant Rd. Florissant, MO from 9 – 11 a.m.

Nov. 30 Ferguson Northern Lights Celebration The holiday market is open from 2 – 7 p.m. with specialty food and gift vendors to start your holiday shopping. The lighted holiday parade will begin on Florissant Road at 5 p.m. traveling south. After the parade, head back to the market for free cookies and hot chocolate. The tree lighting and parade awards ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. Santa has promised to make an appearance at the market after the parade!

Dec. 6 Holiday Boutique Located at the Villa at Riverwood, 1 Pratt Place, Florissant, Missouri 63031 the event will run from 11a.m. – 3 p.m. We need vendors for clothing, jewelry, accessories and crafts. Please call Pam Bockhorst at (314)-839-5004.

www.mycnews.com • Community News • November 12, 2014 Dec 12-14: Light Display Tour in Overland 5-9:30pm, City of Overland Frank Munsch Community Center 9225 Lackland Rd. Be the judge for the best Christmas Light display in Overland on the “Christmas Light Trolley” ride tour. For more information, visit www.overlandmo Dec. 13 Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Hoop Shoot Event will be held at the James Eagan Civic Center. Registration and warm up from 9–10 a.m. Age groups are: boys ages 8-9, boys ages 10-11, girls ages 8-9, girls ages 10-11, boys ages 12-13 and girls ages 12-13. All age eligibility is determined by the age the contestant will be on April 1, 2015. Gym shoes are required. Trophies will be awarded and winners are eligible to compete in the district contest.

More information and rules available at www.elks.org/hoopshoot/ The Hoop Shoot is free to all participants. Any questions call (314) 921-2316.

Recurring Events Mondays: Karaoke at DeLeo’s Cafe & Deli 2782 North Hwy 67, Florissant, 8 10:30pm, 314.839.3880.

Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting 6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, 800 Chambers Road in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.

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 Lisa Erlinger at 314.653.5331.

Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo 6:45pm, Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314.731.9330

The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. in Florissant. To RSVP, call 314.831.0988.

Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400 Every Sunday beginning Sept. 28: Meat Shoots Noon until Dusk. Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316 Every Sundays: 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 Church Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314.741.3737 Health

Every Friday: The Bridge at Florissant Hot Diggity Dog Build your own hot dog. 11:30am,

Look Good…Feel Better SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A licensed cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with

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

Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Doors at 4:30pm, games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316.

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

This Month’s Shelter: Almost Home Rescue & Sanctuary We are a is a 501c3, nonprofit, no-kill animal rescue. Inquire about our adoptable pets by calling 636.203.5800, or visiting www.almosthomesanctuary.org 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!

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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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Every Monday, Health Tips With Mary Swip 11am,. The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Drive in Florissant. Sales Director Mary Swip will have a guest speaker come talk about health and wellness tips All Bridge events are free, but require reservations. Please RSVP by calling 314.831.0988.

Now: SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s

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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 121-124, 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.

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By Joe Morice

Eleven Rules For Teenagers When I ran across this in 2008, I enjoyed a silent hooray although by that time, the insane economy bubble had burst and the world recession had begun in earnest. Teens no longer had the opportunities we had when we were young. Manufacturing jobs had been sent to starving countries and many part-time jobs that employed teenagers were taken by adults who were trying desperately to feed their families. High school graduates were lucky to get any kind of job and many stayed with their parents if they didn’t continue their educations and even when they did.

Charles J. Sykes, author of the 1996 book Dumbing Down Our Kids: Why American Children Feel Good About Themselves But Can’t Read, Write Or Add included eleven rules our teenage generation should know and understand.

Rule 1: Life is not fair- get used to it!

Rule 2: The world won’t care about your self-esteem.

The world will expect you to accomplish something before you feel good about yourself.

Rule 3: You will not make $60,000 a year right out of

high school. You won’t be a vicepresident with a car phone until you earn both.

Rule 4: If you think your teacher is tough, wait till you get a boss.

Rule 5: Flipping burgers is not beneath your dignity. Your grandparents had a different word for burger flipping: they called it opportunity.

Rule 6: If you mess up, it’s not your parents’ fault, so don’t whine about your mistakes, learn from them.

Rule 7: Before you were born, your parents weren’t as boring as they are now. They got that way from paying your bills, cleaning your clothes and listening to you talk about how cool you thought you were. So before you save the rain forest from the parasites of your parent’s generation, try delousing the closet in your own room.

Rule 8: Your school may have done away with winners and losers, but life has not. In some schools, they have abolished failing grades and they’ll give you as many times as you want to get the right answer. This doesn’t bear the slightest resemblance to anything in real life.

Rule 9: Life is not divided into semesters.

You don’t get summers off and very few employers are interested in helping you find yourself. Do that on your own time.

Rule 10: Television is not real life. In real life people actually have to leave the coffee shop and go to jobs.

Rule 11: Be nice to nerds. Chances are you’ll end up working for one.

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Flipping burgers is not beneath your dignity.

As for me, I remain ambivalent about the electronic age that took children off the playgrounds and out of the libraries and into the capricious world of evocative, reality TV, cell-phone texting and the Internet information highway that often produced insupportable theories, fabrications and egregious smut. It happened too fast and got away from us; and our present generation of high school graduates is facing the results. I often wish I could offer a solution for this consequence that seems to feed on itself. However, I assume it’s too late or as my late father often said, “Too bad. It’s a done deal. Get used to it.” I doubt I ever will. I just hope our teenagers can.

“I really had a lot of dreams when I was a kid, and I think a great deal of that grew out of the fact that I had a chance to read a lot.” -Bill Gates 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.