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November 19, 2014

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These new science labs were built for Parkway high schools with money from the 2008 bond issue. The 2014 bond issue will provide funds for similarly upgraded science labs at the five Parkway middle schools.

Initiatives passed around St. Louis County will fund several community projects By Sara Hardin On Nov. 4 several bond issues were placed on the ballot to help fund the purchase of new equipment, safety features and renovations for several areas of the community. Parkway School District passed a $94 million bond issue which will be put in place to restore outdated parts of its facilities. Parkway School District Superintendent Dr. Keith Marty expressed excitement over the opportunities that this bond issue provides. “This gives us a wonderful opportunity to do what we had planned to do with our facilities for the next several years,” said Marty. Projects for updating the school facilities have been prioritized within the last couple of years that will now start progressing with the bond issue in place. “We’re very excited to be able to stay on schedule and start that work in the summer of 2015. A lot was accomplished with the 2008 bond and there is still a lot to do to keep up with the facilities in the district.”

Along with improvements to the outdated roofing and sidewalks, Parkway plans on putting a lot of focus on updating security features in its schools. Some new additions include classroom doors that can lock both internally and externally, and a protective film on glass surfaces to prevent it from being easily shattered at school entrance areas and on classroom doors. “Security and safety is certainly on a high level of importance,” said Dr. Marty. “A lot of that is going to really be focused on some of the new issues like Sandy Hook and other places that really require us to think differently about how we secure our buildings and keep our students safe.” Woodson Terrace also passed a $1.5 million bond issue to support the construction of a new community center. This will replace the old city hall building, which was built in the 1950s and is functioning as the current community center. The new building will be located in John L. Brown Park and will provide updated amenities for hosting community events. “This one will be better equipped,” explained Woodson Terrace Mayor Law-

rence Besmer. “Thinking down the road, we’re going to have a concession stand, a storage room for tables and chairs, a small office for our park guards and some storage for our park equipment.” See BONDS page 2

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Around Town Local news like senior bus service to continue in Hazelwood and more

Business Advice for seasonal job applicants and more

School Ferguson-Florissant schools receive awards and more

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

Movie “Interstellar” makes a cold, calculating journey into the farthest reaches of the universe.

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

Recipes Sausage cornbread stuffing, stuffed mushrooms

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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Besmer said that events that are currently hosted in the old community center, such as yoga classes and community luncheons, will also be transferred to the new community center after its completion. Bond issues were also passed for the Maryland Heights and Florissant Valley Fire Districts. Maryland Heights approved a $19 million bond and Florissant Valley passed $7.165 million bond. Florissant Valley Fire Chief Scott Seppelt expressed his gratitude toward the residents for voting in favor of the bond issue. “We have an aging fleet of equipment,” said Seppelt, “and this will allow us to buy a new fire engine, three ambulances and purchase other state-of-the-art equipment to help keep our citizens safe.” Captain Robert Daus, Public Information Officer for Maryland Heights Fire District, explained that the $19 million bond passed for Maryland Heights will be levied over the next 15-20 years in increments. This will be used to replace 20 years’ worth of life safety equipment and keep supplies up to date. In addition, it will also fund

the construction of a new engine house. “It also includes replacing our fire station number 2, which is located on Dorsett Road towards Creve Coeur Park. That is a 40-year-old building and we have just outgrown it as our equipment, services and personnel have grown to meet the needs of the community,” said Daus. “We will knock that facility down and we will create a new facility in the same location.” Captain Robert Daus explained that emergency service response times will not be affected during the construction of the new station house, and that the equipment will still be there to respond on the west side of the district. He also mentioned a dynamic way in which the fire district plans to get its community involved in the construction the new building. “We’re going to invite trustees and community leaders up to the fire station to go over our site plan and our architect plan to make sure that they’re on board with this new community resource,” said Daus. “We want to get their input; we want them to be part of this, because it truly is their engine house as well.”

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Your Password is Incorrect The guy kept forgetting his online passwords and so he changed them all to “incorrect” so when he tried and failed to sign on, the computer would prompt him with the message: your password is incorrect. But, password protection in the age of electronic transactions is no laughing matter, according to the Association of Mature American Citizens. The easier a password is to guess, the greater the risk that a hacker will be able to steal personal information, including credit card numbers, Social Security Numbers, bank account numbers

and much more, warns AMAC. So don’t resort to “lazy” passwords such as the commonly used “password,” “00000000” and, of course, “12345678.” Many computer users store their passwords on post it notes within sight of their computers, according to the FBI. That’s a really bad idea. For example, store them in an obscure location that is not anywhere near your computer. And, when creating a password, use random letters and numbers, not birthdays, maiden names or favorite foods.

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The fourth grade class of Grace Chapel Lutheran School performs at the Missouri Veterans Home in the City of Bellefontaine Neighbors.

Children’s Chorus and ROTC honor veterans Administrators work hard to insure that every day is Veterans Day at the Missouri Veterans Home in the City of Bellefontaine Neighbors, but Nov. 11 was extra special. A special Veterans Day program was sponsored by Fort Bellefontaine American Legion Memorial Post 335, The Missouri Veterans Home and Scott Air Force Base. Special guests were the fourth grade class of Grace Chapel Lutheran School who provided a musical for the veterans, and the Riverview High School Navy ROTC Color Guard who provided the posting and retiring of their beloved colors. Commander of Post 335 Anthony Smith and Administrator of the Veterans Home Mark Fontana lead the program and special guest speakers included Executive Commissioner of the Missouri Veterans Commission and Brigadier General Larry Kay and David Hawthorne Waltemath Ardrey.

Representatives of Scott Air Force Base read the names of those residents who passed away during the past year and Brandon Dourhit of the ROTC played final taps for those remembered. The Missouri Veterans Home in Bellefontaine Neighbors cares for up to 300 veterans at any given time. Each Missouri Veterans Home employs a licensed nursing home administrator, has registered nurses on duty 24 hours per day, and provides physician care; physical, speech, occupational and recreational therapy; medications; cosmetology; maintenance, environmental and social services, and dietary specialists. Each home has a secured dementia unit that includes a dining room, activity area and enclosed courtyard. There are seven modern well-equipped Veterans Homes located throughout the State of Missouri.

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Filing for Hazelwood mayor’s election opens

Enough private funds raised to continue senior bus service

Persons interested in filing as candidates for election as Mayor for the City of Hazelwood may obtain nominating petitions from City Clerk Colleen Wolf at the Hazelwood City Hall located at 415 Elm Grove Lane. Position to be filled for three-year term at the election on April 7, 2015. Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and a registered voter. Also, they must have lived in the city for at least two years immediately prior to the election. Filing for the election opens on Dec. 16 at 8 a.m. and closes on Jan. 20, 2015, at 5 p.m. Nominating petitions for mayor shall be signed by no less than 50, and no more than 100, registered voters eligible to vote for the candidate. These petitions must then be filed by the city clerk by Jan. 20, 2015. For further informaton, please contact City Clerk Colleen Wolf at 314-513-5020.

Through the generous support of our local business community, the City of Hazelwood is pleased to report that enough private donations have been raised to maintain the senior bus transportation service for the rest of this current fiscal year, up to the end of June 2015. The parks and recreation division provides seniors, age 55 and over, and disabled residents with free curbside transportation for doctor appointments, shopping, banking and recreation. It operates a 16-pas- This shuttle bus will continue to provide seniors and disabled residents of Hazelwood with free rides until the end of June 2015. senger shuttle bus that is fully accesparks and recreation office. Bus reservations must sible for ADA-eligible citizens. Approximately 2,387 rides are provided on a yearly be made at least 48 hours in advance. Rides are available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. basis. To participate, individuals must live in To obtain an application form or to make bus resHazelwood and have an application on file in the ervations, please call 314-839-5575.

Christian Hospital needs gift shop volunteers Christian Hospital is looking for volunteers for evening and weekend duty in the hospital gift shop. Candidates must be dependable, and retail experience is a plus. Discover the rewards of volunteering and meet a variety of interesting peo-

ple while making a difference in our community. If you have any questions or want more details about this opportunity, please contact Lee Shields at 314-653-5032.

NCCU announces annual covenant renewal ceremony In support of the city of Ferguson, its residents, and one of our member churches, North County Churches Uniting (NCCU) is holding its 13th Annual Covenant Renewal Ceremony at Our Lady of Guadeloupe Catholic Church in Ferguson/Cool Valley on Nov. 30 at 3 p.m. “Instead of having a keynote speaker, we will have prayers for our community, our people, and our nation,” said President Rance Thomas. Since the Ferguson tragedy

flared up NCCU has held three general meetings with mayors, police officials, clergy and others on the Ferguson situation. In addition, it has organized a “Discussion and Solutions Committee” in an attempt to identify ways in which the relationship between the police and the African-American community can be improved. The committee consists of three police chiefs, the St. Louis County Police Commander of the North County Precinct, three clergy and three selected

individuals to work on solutions to some of the problems that exist within our community. A record number of clergy are expected to participate this year, including catholic priests and protestant pastors. Music will be provided by one of our member choirs. The ceremony will consist of a covenant signing ceremony and will end with a reception provided by Our Lady of Guadeloupe Catholic Church. The ceremony is open to the public.

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Collecting winter coats for those in need

Hazelwood changes snow removal practices as part of budget cuts In anticipation of an active winter season, the city of Hazelwood purchased 2,250 tons of salt at a rate of $62 a ton through a co-op program with other municipalities. Plans are to mix sand with the salt to make the supply last longer and to save the city some money. This is just one of many cost-cutting measures implemented by the city of Hazelwood as part of a series of budget and service reductions totalling $727,743, to cut the city’s $1.42 million dollar deficit in half. These budget cuts had to be made since local voters didn’t pass both tax referendum proposals, Prop S and Prop U, which were needed to establish an on-going revenue stream to help offset the deficit. “During the campaign prior to Aug. 5, we warned residents that if one or both tax referendum proposals failed this would force some deep cuts to be made to the city’s vital services. There’s no way that significant cuts can be made without damaging the quality of our municipal services,” said Hazelwood City Manager Matthew Zimmerman. “Up until now, we’ve attempted to make these cuts as painless as possible. But changes had to be made to the city’s snow removal practices this winter in order to keep expenditures under control,” added Zimmerman. One new change is the increased usage of brine

on local streets. Last year was the first time Hazelwood’s snow plow crews applied salt brine on area roadways. It did an effective job of not letting the snow and ice adhere to the surface which made it easier to remove. The city of Hazelwood plans to pre-treat all city streets with a brine solution this year. A new 2,000-gallon storage tank and a new 730-gallon brine delivery truck have been purchased for this purpose. The list of designated emergency snow routes has been expanded this year to enhance public safety based on the design of each road. Approximately 56 percent of the streets in Hazelwood are now emergency snow routes. These roadways will be kept clear for emergency vehicle usage. The city will only plow/salt designated snow routes if a storm produces three-inches-or-less of precipitation. In the event of a four-inch-or-greater snow storm or a significant icing event, the city will plow/salt all city streets. The amount of snow plowing for each winter storm will be determined on a case-by-case basis. For instance, if the Hazelwood area is blanketed with three inches of snow or less and the temperatures are moderate, only the emergency snow routes will be cleared. In situations involving an ice storm or freezing, sub-zero temperatures, all the city streets will be plowed/salted.

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Seasonal job applicants need to start early, prepare for interviews With retailers and shippers planning to hire record numbers of seasonal employees this holiday season, Better Business Bureau advises job seekers to polish up their resumes, research potential employers and apply right away. Major retailers like Wal-Mart, Target and Macy’s and ship-

ping companies like UPS have begun hiring. According to Careerbuilder, a survey shows that 43 percent of retailers will be hiring seasonal workers this year. The National Retail Federation said retailers could hire as many as 800,000 seasonal workers this holiday season. “Major retailers’ plans to hire

seasonal workers are welcome news for job seekers,” said Michelle L. Corey, BBB president and CEO. “While holiday jobs are usually temporary, this is great news for struggling families and others who want to work.” BBB offers the following advice for job hunters this holiday season: • Start your job search earlier rather than later. Retail, shipping, restaurants and catering companies are common sources of seasonal employment. This is the time for job hunters to determine which job suits them best, identify companies they’d like to work for and then

begin submitting applications and resumes. • Work where you shop. Try to identify seasonal employment opportunities at businesses where you shop. You will already be familiar with the company and its products, and discounts available to employees can mean significant savings when shopping for gifts. Discounts can range from 20 to 40 percent for seasonal employees. • Put your best foot forward. Even if you are just picking up applications at stores in the mall, dress neatly and be prepared for an interview. This includes being familiar with

the company’s brand and products. Retail job hunters need to focus on impressing potential employers with their customer service skills because they may be dealing with stressed-out shoppers, long check-out lines and holiday returns. • Be flexible. Full-time employees usually have first choice on preferred hours and shifts. As a seasonal employee, you can expect to work long, sometimes inconvenient hours, possibly including Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve. If this is a second job in addition to your day job, be upfront and clear with your new employer about your available hours.

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BBB warns of Medicare scams during open enrollment With open enrollment for Medicare drug, supplement and Medicare Advantage plans continuing until Dec. 7, scammers see an opportunity to take advantage of seniors who may not understand the enrollment process, Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns. The Missouri Department of Insurance recently warned seniors to be alert to scams that could come in the form of a phone call, a door-to-door

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salesperson or possibly online. Medicare doesn’t call consumers to enroll them in plans, so seniors should hang up on any caller who claims that to be from Medicare and wants to verify personal information. “The constant barrage of advertisements for Medicare plans makes this a top-of-mind issue for scammers as well as seniors,” said Michelle L. Corey, BBB President & CEO. “Unfortunately, scammers will latch on to anything that’s promoted in the media. They see this as an opportunity to take advantage of vulnerable people who may be confused about the enrollment process.” Missouri and Illinois both offer seniors help with enrolling in Medicare plans during open enrollment or when they become eligible at age 65. Missouri seniors can get help through the CLAIM program (missouriclaim.org), which offers counseling by calling 800-390-3330. CLAIM has open enrollment events scheduled around the state through Dec. 5 (missouriclaim.org/events). BBB and the Missouri Insurance Department offer the following tips for seniors to help them avoid fraud: • Verify that a salesperson is a licensed insurance agent. Missouri residents may call the state’s Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-726-7390. • Be wary of door-to-door salespeople. Medicare has no sales representatives, and agents cannot solicit Medicare plans at your home without an appointment. • Avoid sales people who

offer free lunches for listening to a sales presentation. Federal law prohibits offers of free meals in exchange for signing up for a plan or listening to a presentation on Medicare. • Do not give personal information to an unlicensed agent. Salespeople are not allowed to ask for a Social Security, bank account or credit card numbers during marketing activities. When you do enroll, you may need to provide such information, but make sure the salesperson is legitimate by calling the numbers above. • Insurance salespeople cannot ask for online payments: They must send a bill. Once you decide to buy a plan and have verified the agent is licensed, then you may give the agent personal information for enrollment and billing. • Medicare has strict rules on forbidden sales practices. Also, remember that Medicare is not part of the federal health insurance marketplace (exchange) under the Affordable Care Act. The marketplace is not meant to serve Medicare recipients. • If you find the process confusing or need help, ask a relative or trusted friend to come with you when you are talking to a sales representative or searching for plans online. Extensive information on Medicare insurance plans is available online at medicare. gov or by calling 1-800-Medicare. The online site allows you to enter your information securely and find plans that are available in your area and explore drug plans that match your prescriptions.

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Ferguson-Florissant receives national award

Pictured, left to right: Ferguson-Florissant School District Chief Learning Officer Dr. Gwendolyn Diggs, McCluer South-Berkeley High School sophomore Charlene Davis, McCluer SouthBerkeley High School Principal Mr. Steven Lawler and McCluer South-Berkeley High School sophomore Walter Shannon.

On Oct. 30, the National Alliance of Faith and Justice (NAFJ) presented Ferguson-Florissant administrators and students with the President’s Volunteer Service Award for their ongoing work with students and the community of Ferguson. The President’s Volunteer Service Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to serve their fellow citizens.

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Army Ranger Kicks off Ritenour Homecoming Activities Ritenour’s homecoming weekend was highlighted by the appearance of this year’s parade grand marshal U.S. Army Ranger Cory Remsburg, Class of 2001. Remsburg was honored by President Obama at the 2014 State of the Union address and has received international acclaim. He was greeted by a large group of alumni and local community members at the airport on Oct. 9. There, State Representative Mary Nichols presented him with a special proclamation from the Missouri House of Representatives, and Overland Mayor Mike Schneider gave him a key to the city. Three outstanding Ritenour High School alumni and a longtime teacher and coach were inducted into the Ritenour Hall of Fame Oct. 10. The 2014 Hall of Fame recipients included 1956 graduate William (Bill) Sullins Jr., 1970 graduate Stephen Trauth, 1964 graduate Chuck Westover and Lee Engert, who was honored with the Hall of Fame’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

The homecoming parade theme, “Under the Big Top,” was a big hit with the Ritenour crowd. Students passed out balloon animals, stuffed huskies jumped through “flaming” hoops, and talented clowns did tricks with juggling pins and batons for hundreds of spectators. In the float competition, the Ritenour School for Early Childhood Education took first place in the community category, followed by Buder Elementary in second and Kratz Elementary in third. Class of 2015 took first place in the class category, and the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) took first place in the Ritenour High School clubs category. Following the parade, the homecoming football game started at 1 p.m. The Huskies put up a good fight, but ultimately lost 14-6 to the Parkway North Vikings. At halftime, Daquan Dunn and Jordan Foster were crowned 2014 Homecoming King and Queen.

Ferguson-Florissant school district to host parent workshop The Ferguson-Florissant School District will host a workshop provided by The St. Louis Learning Disabilities Association to provide parents with resources and information to more effectively assist their children with homework. The free workshop will be held on Dec. 4 from 6-7 p.m. at McCluer High School, located at 1896 S. New Florissant Road in Florissant.

The workshop, entitled “Helping Your Child with Homework,” will provide practical skills and strategies for parents to help children with assignments, including how to study for tests based on students’ respective learning styles, and how parents can help children develop more independence in completing homework. Childcare will be provided.

Ferguson-Florissant teacher receives outstanding service award Former Ferguson-Florissant School District teacher Nancy Schnell received the Missouri Environmental Education Association Outstanding Service Award in recognition of her efforts to promote and provide environmental education leadership. Schnell, now retired, taught for 40 years in the Ferguson-Florissant School District and still teaches at the Little Creek Nature Area. Her other ventures include founding GeesePeace,

an organization devoted to reducing the geese population through humane methods, as well as donating her time at the Wildlife Rescue Center in West St. Louis Country. In addition, Schnell has led a lake project at Ferguson Middle School, teaching students to care for the lake ecosystem. Ms. Schnell received the award on Nov. 8, and will be recognized by the Ferguson-Florissant Board of Education for her achievement on Dec.10 at 7 p.m.

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Civil Rights Icons Visit McCluer South-Berkeley High School

On Thursday, Oct. 30, more than 300 students from McCluer South-Berkeley High School listened as civil rights icons Carlotta Walls LaNier and Edith Lee Payne spoke about the lessons of the civil rights movement and the importance of education in the pursuit of continued progress. The presentation was part of an assembly titled “Take a Stand to Keep a Seat” and was presented by the National Alliance of Faith and Justice (NAFJ) in partnership with the National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice (NABCJ).

The presentation encouraged students to apply the lessons of civil rights youth leadership to challenge personal decisions and maintain a strong focus on education. The event was part of the NAFJ’s “Pen or Pencil” initiative which focuses on dropout reduction, mentoring, crime prevention and service learning to encourage students to make the choice between “the pen”(penitentiary) and “the pencil” (education).

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Community Toons

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John Hanna is a part time, amateur cartoonist taking his first step into the world of print and online comic media. When he isn’t drawing or working at his second job, he can be seen in and around the St Charles area. If you like his work, that is good. If you don’t like it, that is good too.

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Author Ann Martin is almost a household word — the author of the beloved “Babysitter Club” series and past Book Buzz Picks, like “Everything for a Dog.” Her just published book, “Rain Reign” also features a dog at center stage; Rain is his name, and he’s adopted by Rose Howard, a girl who is autistic and hooked on homonyms. This obsession with words that are spelled differently but are pronounced the same takes precedence in her brain. Rose is thrilled her name is a homonym too, one of many she collects as she goes about a difficult life adjusting to living alone with a dad who spends too much time in taverns. Rose doesn’t really think she has it too bad. She’s an optimist girl and grateful for her loving Uncle Weldon, her father’s brother, who does everything for her that her dad feels is too much trouble, like conversing and being patient with Rose, and driving her to school. Rose’s father does redeem himself when a storm hits, dumping inches of rain and flooding the area. He finds a dog and brings it home to Rose, an unselfish act and one that brings the girl great joy. She and Rain become inseparable, until they aren’t anymore. In Rose, author Martin has created an admirable character with a big heart, a special needs girl with intelligence and goodwill determined to do the right thing at any cost. Rose rises to the occasion in this memorable book.

Dry bottoms and rockin' tunes: The recipe for happy babies, survey says Long, leisurely showers are a distant memory, the days are a busy blur and you're getting used to never wearing a clean shirt - as the saying goes, parenthood is not for sissies. Yet when your little one greets the day - and you - with a smile, stress seems to melt away. That's the consensus shared by 74 percent of moms who participated in the recent "Baby Got Moves" survey by Pampers. The majority said seeing their baby's smiling face was the best part of their morning, and 60 percent said their baby's mood in the morning impacts their own mood for the entire day. Waking up dry was a top factor in ensuring babies started the day in a happy mood. "The bond between mother and child is so strong it's not surprising to hear that a majority of mothers feel their baby's happiness is essential for them to feel happy, too," says Dr. Anne Zachry, author of the award-winning parenting book "Retro Baby." "It's also interesting to note that mothers recognize that dance, music and movement - which are all important to a baby's development - also play a vital role in helping keep babies happy." Factors that moms said contributed to a happy baby - and a happy day for everyone - included: • Waking up dry - Nearly a third of mothers said a dry diaper was the top factor in whether a baby

wakes up happy. Half said their morning was easier when their baby wakes up dry. • Music and dancing - Forty-two percent of surveyed mothers said that singing and dancing with their baby to music is one of their favorite morning bonding activities. An ideal morning dance party for baby would include music by Pharrell Williams and Ellen DeGeneres as emcee, survey respondents said. Ninety-seven percent of moms believe that when their baby dances, he or she is happy, and 90 percent say it stimulates a baby's development. Zachry agrees. "A 2010 study published in the ‘Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences’ found that babies respond more to music and find it more engaging than human speech," she notes. "Pair some up-tempo music with mom as a dance partner, and you have the recipe for a happy baby who's getting the stimulation and interaction that's vital to her development."

Whether your young baby "dances" in her crib by kicking her arms and legs, you have an older baby who can pull to standing and bounce to music, or your beginning walker can take simple steps while holding your hands, dancing with your little one delivers multiple benefits. "If your baby wakes up dry and happy, take the opportunity to build on her good mood by dancing with her," Zachry says. "Dancing builds motor skills and muscle strength, strengthens the parent-child bond and deepens a child's understanding of social interactions."

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Movie

By Steve Bryan - Rated: R

Interstellar

Can a director set out to create an epic film or does it happen on its own? George Lucas reportedly had modest expectations for “Star Wars,” that little film about a “galaxy far, far away.” The original “Rocky” gained strength through word-of-mouth in the preInternet days, turning Sylvester Stallone and his character into icons. Director Christopher Nolan has plenty of experience with sensational films. In 2005, for instance, he rejuvenated a popular comic book franchise with “Batman Begins,” and followed it up with two sensational sequels. In the middle of that, Nolan unleashed the fascinating and frustrating “Inception” on summer moviegoers. “Interstellar,” on the other hand, is hard to classify. On one level it’s visually stunning: Nolan takes us on an intergalactic journey with Matthew McConaughey at the helm. It’s a pretty film with some sharp dialogue, but is that enough to give Nolan a free pass on this one? McConaughey plays Cooper, an astronaut-turnedfarmer in a world threatened by blight. Over the years, various food crops have failed until only corn remains as a viable foodstuff. Unfortunately, that crop may not be immune to the blight. Cooper and his daughter, Murphy’s Law Cooper (Mackenzie Foy), discover coordinates that lead them to a NASA research and development center. Professor Brand (Michael Caine) tells the former astronaut that mankind’s salvation lies on the other side of a wormhole near Saturn. He also wants Cooper to command the mission. A viewer doesn’t necessarily need an astrophysics degree to watch “Interstellar,” but it can’t hurt. The screenplay by Jonathan and Christopher Nolan is heavy on the relationship between time and gravity. The time dilation caused by a black hole causes serious concern for the crew. An hour spent exploring a planet orbiting the rim of a singularity translates into

years for the folks back on Earth. Matthew McConaughey is reliable as always, but Anne Hathaway looks like she’s just along for the “Interstellar” ride as Professor Brand’s daughter. In truth, Jessica Chastain carries much of the film as the thirty-something Murph. Cooper’s daughter has never forgiven him for leaving, but she devotes her life to working with Professor Brand. The Nolan brothers’ screenplay is too convenient for its own good. At times, it seems as if it’s recycling the time dilation elements from “Inception.” Still, it’s a gorgeous film that holds the viewer’s attention for nearly 3 hours. Nolan and his brother have made a decent space film, but this one can’t be rubber-

stamped as epic. “Interstellar,” rated PG-13 for some intense, perilous action and brief, strong language, opens today in multiple formats in theaters. Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

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Sports Former Timberland High football player on the Broncos Number 28 Montee Ball (pictured) was back in St. Louis as a running back and a member of the Denver Broncos. After leaving the Wolves of Timberland he attended the University of Wisconsin where twice was recognized as the best running back in the Big Ten Conference. Ball was selected in the second round of the NFL draft by the Broncos in 2013 and earned a trip to the SuPhoto by Ray Rockwell per Bowl that year. He saw limited action Sunday as he had a slight groin injury. * He was right in our own back yard

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*Manning had thrown at least two touchdown passes in 15 consecutive games, an NFL record. The Rams next home games include: *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. * Hill returns to help Lindenwood Lion lays on both sides of ball effectively Sophomore football linebacker Connor Harris finished the season strong having another doubledigit tackle game. Harris had 14 tackles with two sacks and also carried the ball 11 times for a total of 188 yards and four touchdowns. He has earned the MIAA Defensive Player of the Week award twice and had one of the best games in Lindenwood rushing history. ~~~Thanks to Lindenwood’s Tyler SchellerSports Information Graduate Assistant Family Arena hosting MMA event Friday-enter to win a motorcycle This Fight Hard MMA organization has established itself as one of the premier MMA organization in the state of Missouri. They showcase MMA’s best and brightest young fighters while providing its fans with non-stop action both inside and outside of the cage. They are the only major professional MMA organization in existence that offers thousands of free tickets to every action-packed event! To learn more visit their official website, www. FightHardMMA.com Yours truly, me, Gary B, will be broadcasting my internet/TV show on the main concourse. Stop by and enter to win a motorcycle! www. SportsRadioSTL.com * Jam-packed night 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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• Whether you’re preparing a traditional side dish or a hearty appetizer, you can make your holiday staples extra special by incorporating flavorful ingredients. • Roasts, hams and turkeys need time to rest after they come out of the oven and before you slice and serve them – anywhere from 45 minutes to 1 1/2 hours. Use this time to cook quick items like vegetables, stuffing and dinner rolls.

• Have a great mix of colors in your holiday dishes. Top green veggies with bright slices of citrus, add cranberries to your salad and serve your main dish on a brightly-colored platter. Fill your holidays with flavor by trying one of these crowd-pleasing recipes or visit www.jimmydean.com for even more ideas.

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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 paper-lined 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.

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caps, rounded-side down, in lightly greased shallow baking pans. Cook sausage, chopped stems and garlic in large skillet over medium-high heat 8-10 minutes or until sausage is thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain and return to skillet. Add cream cheese, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and parsley; mix well. Spoon into mushroom caps. Combine remaining breadcrumbs, remaining Parmesan cheese and oil; sprinkle over mushrooms. Bake 20 minutes or until mushrooms are tender and stuffing is lightly browned.

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Events 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. 21 Pork steak dinner Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 5 – 8 p.m. Please join us; all profits go to support veterans. (314)831-6121. Nov. 22 Trivia Night Hope For Tomorrow will host a trivia night benefiting Every Child’s Hope. Event will be held at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, 1420 South Sappington Road, St. Louis. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and with the games beginning promptly at 7:30 p.m. Beer, wine, soda and light snacks will be provided. Tickets are $20

or $160 for tables of 8. For more information contact the development office at 314-427-3755 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.

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!

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.

Dec. 5 Steak fry Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 5 – 8 p.m. Please join us; all profits go to support veterans. (314)831-6121.

Nov. 26 Karaoke Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 8 -12p.m. Please join us; all profits go to support veterans. (314)831-6121.

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.

Nov. 30 Ferguson Northern Lights Celebration The holiday market is open from 2 – 7 p.m. with specialty food and

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. 12 Pork steak dinner Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 5 – 8 p.m. Please join us; all profits go to support veterans. (314)831-6121. Dec. 13 Flea market Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Contact Richard at (314)837-7057. Dec 13 Breakfast Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 8 – 10 a.m. Please join us; all profits go

to support veterans. (314)831-6121. 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. 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, 800 Chambers Road in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Those interested in membership are invited to attend. Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Doors at 4:30pm, games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in

Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316. Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. Doors at 7:30am, games begin at 9:30am. For more information, call 314.921.2316. Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs: 3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314.994.3300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs. Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 1. Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604. 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 Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo 2pm, Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314.831.3752. Every Friday: The Bridge at Florissant Hot Diggity Dog Build your own hot dog. 11:30am, The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. in Florissant. To RSVP, call 314.831.0988.

www.mycnews.com • Community News • November 19, 2014 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 Monday-Friday: Evening Front Desk Volunteers Needed 4-7pm, Christian Hospital, 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information, please contact Lee Shields at 314.653.5032. 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 a makeup kit. Light refreshments are served. Info: 314.344.6090. Every Monday, Health Tips With Mary Swip 11am,. The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Drive in Florissant. Sales Director Mary Swip will have a guest speaker come talk about health and wellness tips All Bridge events are free,

but require reservations. Please RSVP by calling 314.831.0988. Now: SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www.silversneakers. com or call 314.738.2599. 2nd Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@sbcglobal. net. Every third Tuesday of every month: Grief Support Group sponsored by DePaul Hospital 11:30am-1pm, Bridgeton Trails Library, 3455 McKelvey Rd. For more information, call 314.344.6873. Third Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association At Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake, 10 – 11am, 11728 Hidden Lake Dr., St. Louis, 314.292.7504 Diabetes Basics: 314.344.7024 for info 314.344.7220 to enroll.

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By Joe Morice What’s a vortex? It’s mid-November already and I’m longing for what was probably the last day of semiwarm weather on Nov. 8. The high was over 70 degrees as forecast by the local weather weenies. Then the temperatures plummeted down to “brrrrr” with inclement moisture. They blamed the polar vortex, whatever that is. I decided to look up vortex. In a nutshell, it’s regarded as something that draws everything into its powerful, whirling current, which surrounds it much like a whirlpool sucking wedding rings down a bathtub drain. Or like tornado whirlwinds sucking rooftops off homes and businesses and sending them to the land of Kindling. This may or may not include whirligig, which is like a merry-go-round that draws children to spend their allowances. The largest vortex might be a black hole; the one in outer space, not the one in my front yard from a leaky storm sewer that the city ignores. It is time to store the motorcycle for winter and hook up the float charger to keep the battery from causing a

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click-click noise next spring when I hit the starter button. That’s a noise dead batteries make, as in nasal oinks caused from waking, lifeless fools who overindulged at happy hour. Last winter’s polar vortex gave us an unusually long cold winter with abundant snow and ice. This winter’s polar vortex is expected to be the same except be shorter, as told by minions of meteorological marvels. I assume there will be fewer sufferers among affluent winter-hating retirees after they experienced last winter’s vortex. They’re probably already in Florida where they have warmer vortexes called hurricanes. I don’t blame them. I hate winter as much as they do but I can’t afford two residences. Living in Florida during the summer is tolerable only if you’re an alligator that can hide from hellish heat in a handy swamp. I’m stuck here with the rest of the fixed-income folks along with younger minions with college degrees who ended up flipping hamburgers in Ogreburger where arteries go to clog. I do appreciate that one of the most beautiful sights in the world is a morning after a winter storm, when the sun shines on iceladen trees and makes snow glisten in pristine splendor. That’s before rush hour when the splendor vanishes after traffic backs up for miles from commuters discovering their all-wheel drive SUV‘s have no-wheel braking on ice. As a kid, I loved winter storms. It sometimes meant no school and I could go sleighriding on a nearby hill until the snow melting through my winter coat turned it into something only removed with a crowbar. It was the best of times for country kids, espe-

cially for those of us who believed school was a plot by adults to keep us away from daytime refrigerator raids when mom wasn’t looking. The only thing I liked about school was recess and a cute brunette who let me copy her test answers. Then the upper grades took away recess. I tried threatening a strike but the principal threatened a long-handled canoe-paddle treatment. I vowed to get even by staying home but my father vowed to borrow the principal’s canoe paddle. When I entered the working world after graduation, I soon discovered school wasn’t so bad after all. It was five or six hours of dozing in classrooms but work was eight hours of doing what the boss said – or else – and then suffering weather-challenged rush hour drivers. Pink slips replaced canoe paddles. Such is life in Missouri winters where we have to store motorcycles for months and suffer click-clicks caused by evil snow blower batteries. 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.