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Photo courtesy Colette McLemore Students participating in the St. Louis University School of Medicine Summer Scholars Program sit and wait head over to SLU admissions for a presentation and tour. Sitting on the ground are (from left) Aliah Williams (Hazelwood Central), Jayla Perry (Hazelwood Central), Andrew Bolstad (Lutheran North), Nia Young-El (Hazelwood Central), Raevynn Carter (Incarnate Word) and Emma Kilcoyne (Nerinx Hall).

St. Louis University School of Medicine Summer Scholars Program gives high schoolers a jump on health careers

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By Sara Hardin The medical field boasts millions of individuals who began cultivating their dreams from as early as childhood, individuals who dreamt of donning scrubs to work and dedicating their lives to serving others. This summer 25 accomplished high school students with these same ambitious prospects were admitted to St. Louis University School of Medicine Summer Scholars Program, where they met with physicians, professors, nurses and other mentors from the medical field to help pave the first steps of their careers in healthcare. “This is an opportunity for students from all types of backgrounds to gain exposure to health careers,” said Colette McLemore, Director of Diversity Operations for SLU. “Students who participate in the Summer Scholars program are given access to information on planning a medical education while taking part in hands-on training.” The three-week program took place this summer from June 6-24. Students in grades 10-12 who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine are eligible to apply each year. The pool of candidates is narrowed down to the most outstanding 25 students, who then are provided with invaluable resources including insight from medical profes-

sionals, interviewing techniques and advice on how to succeed as a student with a pre-med major. The program’s lack of any fees ensures that the students who participate are chosen on merit rather than the ability to pay. “Summer Scholars is one of the only free programs offered by SLU,” said McLemore. “Any student who wants to practice medicine should be encouraged to do so, regardless of their background.” Along with the application and a letter of recommendation from a school teacher or counselor, students who apply are required to submit a personal statement on why they’re interested in the program and why they plan to pursue a career in medicine. For Hazelwood Central High School senior Nia Young-El, the main motivation to become a doctor came from her single mother’s selflessness in raising her. “I love to help people,” said YoungEl, who participated in the Summer Scholars program this June. “I want to become a doctor as a way to pay it forward to my mom. I saw my mom making sacrifices for me, and helping those less fortunate. That is what inspired me to learn more about family medicine.” To put their skills to the test, participating students conduct research proj-

ects and present their findings to their peers and families at the close of the program. They are awarded with a certificate of completion, and at the end of the three weeks are able to exit Summer Scholars with a foundation of advice to dive into the medical field. Applications for Summer Scholars go out every January and are due by the end of March or early April with no extended deadline. To find out more, visit www.slu.edu.

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In This Issue... Town 3 Around DeSmet’s Summer

Courtyard Concert to feature local entertainer and more.

8 School Two Hazelwood teachers selected as finalists for Presidential Awards Program and more.

9 Business Fire protection districts

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12 What’s Happening 14 Classifieds 16 Movie The “Star Trek” franchise

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Saint Louis Ballet presents new ballets and audience favorites in 2016-1017 Series Saint Louis Ballet, the city’s professional ballet company, presents a season of contemporary and classical ballets. All performances take place at the Touhill Performing Arts Center. Tickets, including discounted seats for students, are on sale beginning August 15. Saint Louis Ballet kicks off the season with all new work in “Vision: Where Ballet + Fashion Meet” on October 8. Saint Louis Ballet and the Saint Louis Fashion Fund facilitated the collaboration of up-and-coming designers who work in tandem with two of New York City’s most impressive choreographers. Featured choreographers are Emery LeCrone who, according to The New York Times is “inventive…a ready for primetime knockout” and Tom Gold, whom The Wall Street Journal called “a force for good in the ballet world.” The company presents two crowd pleasers including “The Nutcracker” (Dec. 16-23), with the traditional Tchaikovsky score plus dazzling sets, costumes and special effects. Saint Louis Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” has become a holiday tradition and there will be 11 matinee and evening performances from which to choose. “The Sleeping Beauty” (April 7-9) boasts lavish costumes, spectacular pageantry, and the world’s most famous kiss! A classical masterpiece, Gen Horiuchi’s “The Sleeping Beauty” represents ballet’s golden age with its large cast of fanciful characters, grand pas de deux, spectacular action and powerful love story. Saint Louis Ballet’s romantic program, “It’s Only Love” (Feb. 10-

11) includes George Balanchine’s “Who Cares?” — a ballet that features 17 of the most popular songs by George Gershwin. First performed at Lincoln Center in 1970, the ballet pays homage to Manhattan with solo, duet and ensemble dancing that is athletic, playful and charming. The program will also feature work by choreographer Francis Patrelle, who has created dozens of ballets for the top dancers of our time and an entire series based on the American Song Book. Gen Horiuchi will also create a contemporary piece for the program. “Saint Louis Ballet’s 2016-17 season offers a new chapter of the company’s high artistry,” said Artistic Director Gen Horiuchi. “We welcome new works by our fantastic guest choreographers from New York City such as Tom Gold, Emery LeCrone and Francis Patrelle, and we are very excited to perform George Balanchine’s masterwork ‘Who Cares?,’ and the city’s grandest productions of ‘The Nutcracker’ and ‘The Sleeping Beauty.’” For more information visit www.touhill.org or call 314-516-4949.

CORRECTION In the June 22 edition of the St. Louis County Community News in the story “TEAM Food Pantry seeks volunteers” the wrong phone number was listed for volunteer applicants. The correct phone number is 314-831-0879. The Community News regrets the error.

COMMUNITY VOICES Opportunity to work exists in St. Louis By Rodrick K. Burton

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During the months of protest in Ferguson, a number of demands were made of society and many of these have been repeated in the Ferguson’s Commission official report. Consistently, there has been a call for work to employ the scores of unemployed African-American men. Politicians in our region of both parties and all communities have cried for manufacturing jobs to be created in our area. Yet, at the same time there is a collective push by society that pressures everyone to go to college. Any high school counselor will admit that college is not the right fit for everyone. Furthermore, our culture infers that those who graduate from universities are smarter, will make more than non-college graduates, and be more successful than those who do not go to college, subtly maligning the working class.

Tragically, this generalization is keeping many from work and opportunities available now. All this attention and steering of all towards college has left us with unfilled skilled jobs that pay well. Recently the Post-Dispatch ran an article about John Steuby Co., a manufacturer in Hazelwood, whom despite a “help wanted – free training sign” on at their 6002 N. Lindbergh location, few apply for a job starting at $12 an hour that could lead to $28. I learned from Ranken Technical College that little of the $6 million dollars in scholarships granted to help North St. Louis County African-American men get trained for work has been used. Demographic changes due to fewer births and mass retirements by Baby Boomers are opening huge opportunities to work. Our region needs everyone who

can work to get to work so that tax dollars can restore and strengthen our communities. Spread the news that opportunities are out there to be trained and to work. Rodrick Burton is the Pastor of New Northside Missionary Baptist Church, a member of the St. Louis Metropolitan Clergy Coalition, the Ecumenical Leadership Council, St. Louis Initiative to Reduce Violence (SIRV), Voices for Early Childcare Programs, and a field education mentor at Covenant Theological Seminary. The opinions expressed in this column are the columnist’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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The Walk Through History program unveils its 26th plaque in honor of the late Paul J. Kohnen

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Photo courtesy city of Florissant Over 100 family and friends gathered in front of 411 rue St. Francois to unveil the 26th Walk Through History plaque in honor of the late Paul J. Kohnen.

Over 100 family and friends gathered in front of 411 rue St. Francois to unveil the 26th Walk Through History plaque in honor of the late Paul J. Kohnen. Family came from all over the country to be able to part of this special event and Mayor Schneider, Chief Lowery and Ward 6 Councilman Henke applauded Florissant’s biggest family and Monsignor Ullrich, pastor of Sacred Heart Church blessed the occasion. Paul was born, raised and lived his entire life in Florissant. He grew up in a farm house located at the end of St. Antoine. The farm house is occupied today by his brother Joe. At one time eight of his ten brothers and sisters were raising their own families within a couple of blocks of one another. Paul built his home on the corner of St. Antoine and Aubuchon Street. In 1945 he married Thelma

Korte where they raised six children. Their home was added on twice to accommodate their growing family. Thelma still lives in this house today. During World War II Paul was a sergeant and served in the United States Air Corps and was stationed in England. After the war he returned home to become a milkman and was able in 1955 purchase Bergen’s Dairy which was later named Kohnen’s Dairy. He was a past president of Florissant Rotary Club and the Chamber of Commerce. He was a board member with Florissant Bank, Citizen’s Bank and Christian Hospital. He was also a lifelong parishioner of Sacred Heart Church. He was instrumental in raising funds for Team Ministries to move to their current location. Paul lived for his family and invested in his church and community.

Monsanto Fund awards grant to Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri Once a hypothesis of the distant future, robots are now commonplace in today’s society. Thanks to a $25,000 grant from the Monsanto Fund, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri is able to provide more opportunities for girls throughout the area to discover robotics. Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri promotes STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) as one of its three programmatic focus areas, along with Money Management and Health. As part of its robust STEM curriculum, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri supports 42 FIRST Robotics troops. Support from community partners such as the Monsanto Fund has helped Girl Scouts grow its number of robotics troops from only five when the FIRST program launched in 2009. The organization plans to increase the amount of FIRST teams to 80 within the next two years. Participating in FIRST provides Girl Scouts an opportunity to explore STEM fields, discover their passions and gain valuable knowledge that will help them succeed as future industry leaders. “We are grateful for the Monsanto Fund’s investment in girls,” said Bonnie Barczykowski, Girl

Scouts of Eastern Missouri CEO. “By introducing girls to STEM at a young age, we are able to excite them about STEM as well as give them a glimpse of careers they might not otherwise have considered. This grant ensures a new generation of young women can become future leaders in our area, in STEM industries and beyond.” The Monsanto Fund has been an innovative philanthropic leader since 1964. The organization provides assistance to communities around the world, ranging from education and farmer training programs to creating access to clean water and public safety. “Providing educational opportunities in STEM fields through this FIRST Robotics program allows girls to develop the skills tomorrow’s leaders will need in order to address challenges like climate change and feeding a growing population,” said Michelle Insco, Monsanto Fund program officer. “Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri is challenging girls to work together to develop innovative solutions to real-world STEM challenges through this program, and Monsanto Fund is proud to be a partner in these efforts.”

DeSmet’s Summer Courtyard Concert to feature local entertainer DeSmet’s Summer Courtyard Concert featuring John Scott takes place on Saturday, July 23 from 2 – 3 p.m. at DeSmet Retirement Community at 1425 N. New Florissant in Florissant. Due to the Summer Heat the event will be held inside. This is a free concert and refreshments will be available. John Scott is a full time musician entertainer performing with vocals, guitars, saxophone, and ukulele. He is also a guitar lesson instructor from the St. Louis area. He is married to Tere Scott and has three kids. John began playing saxophone and guitar at an early age and pursued a major in music during college. He then toured

for three years in a band that played at resorts and hotels throughout the U.S. and Canada. When the sometimes smoky bar and lounge atmosphere began to play its toll, he set down his guitar for several years and devoted his talent to seeking a deeper relationship with Christ. After years of soul searching and playing only worship music for church, he picked up his guitar again in 2011. He now loves performing the classic standards songs and making people happy, and he found a way to combine performing with traveling to places he loves with his family.

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St. Louis singers win international a cappella competition

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Photo courtesy Lorin May The Ambassadors of Harmony presented their set to the fifteen-person judging panel and 6,000-strong audience inside the Bridgestone Arena and brought home the gold medal as the best chorus of 2016 on July 8.

One-hundred and thirty men from all walks of life have been brought together by their love of singing. They sing together as The Ambassadors of Harmony every Thursday night at the Memorial Hall at Blanchette Park in St. Charles. On July 8 they presented their set to the fifteenperson judging panel and 6,000-strong audience inside the Bridgestone Arena and brought home the gold medal as the best chorus of 2016. This year the Ambassadors sung a ballad from

the “Sound of Music,” “Something Good,” and an uptune medley, “Top of the World,” combining “Sitting on Top of the World” and the Carpenter’s “Top of the World.” They competed against twenty-eight other qualifying choruses and topped the scoring with a 96.8 percent tally. Their electrifying set brought the audience to their feet twice and secured their fourth gold-medal on the international stage.

Hawthorne Players present ‘Hairspray’

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The 1950’s are out and change is in the air, when Hawthorne Players present the hit musical “Hairspray” on July 29, 30, and Aug. 5, 6 at 7:30 p.m. and on Aug. 8 at 2 p.m. in the Florissant Civic Center Theatre. Tickets are $18 for older adults and students, $20 for adults, and can be ordered by visiting or calling the Box Office at 314921-5678 or online at www.florissantmo. com. “Hairspray,” winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, is a familyfriendly musical piled bouffant high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs. It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire -- to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network, all without denting her ‘do! The multi-talented and diverse cast of the Hawthorne production will be directed by Larry Quiggins, with a full orchestra under the direction of award-winning musical director Marc Strathman. April Marie Nigus, will star as the confident, talented, and incredibly determined Tracy Turnblad.

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John Robertson and Mark Lull portray her parents Wilbur and Edna. Tracy’s dorky best friend, Penny, is played by Erin McRaven. Melissa Harris stars as Motormouth Maybelle. Paul Herbert Pitts, whose last Hawthorne appearance was as the Scarecrow in “The Wiz,” plays Seaweed, Tracy’s classmate and friend who is discriminated against due to his skin color. Hawthorne regular Jeff Loyd is the charismatic host of the TV dance program, “The Corny Collins Show.” They will be joined by other talented singers, actors and dancers in a cast of 40.

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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.

Rotary Club of Florissant grants scholarships

The Walk Through History Program unveils its 27th plaque in honor of the late John and Pearl Dooley

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Submitted photo Pictured (from left) are Florissant Rotary President, Pat Komoroski, Chase Martin (Hazelwood East), Aliyah Bradshaw (McCluer North), Josie Urhahn (Incarnate Word Academy), Taylor Keller (CBC), Mary Pat Dailey (Trinity) and Jacob Gantner (Trinity).

The Rotary Club of Florissant has given out its annual scholarship awards. This year, six high school seniors from North County received $2,000 each for tuition. “It was a great honor to give these bright young men and women these scholarships. The candidates were tremendous this year and these are the best of the best. Each one is so impressive, not only with their grades, but with their community involvement. They would all make great Rotarians someday,” said club president, Pat Komoroski. The money will be sent directly to the school of their choice to lower the cost of their first year of tuition.

Pictured is the 2016 VOF court Tori Turpin, Rebecca Bazan, Queen Katie Wissler, Jennifer Welch, Ally Frey, VOF board member Mary Gettemeier, Councilman Ward 6 Gerard Henke, Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider shaking hands with Patty Sosa (daughter), Msgr. Mark Ullrich, FOTP member Don Zykan, Mgrs. Mark Ullrich, Judge Dan Boyle and many family and friends.

Family and friends gathered in front of Dooley’s Florists to unveil the 27th Walk Through History plaque in honor of the late John and Pearl Dooley. The plaque dedication took place before the start of the second Wednesday Night Out festivities that was held between Dooley’s Florists and Kortes Custom Framing & Antiques. John and Pearl Dooley opened Dooley’s Florist in July of 1966. They raised six children and one niece who all had a hand in the family business and worked in the store. Pearl ran the popular neighborhood florist store, while John, who was a war veteran that had served proudly in World War II, was a prod member of the Plumbers &

Pipefitters Local 562. A few years later in 1973 John opened Dooley Travel Service in Florissant, one of the first travel agencies in the area. Both John and Pearl were active and committed members of many organizations and charitable groups, like the Florissant Valley Chamber of commerce, Rotary and Soroptimist International, Florissant Gardeners Club, SKAL (international travel agent group, SAF (Society of American florists), Historic Florissant, Florissant Old Town Partners and were St. Martin de Porres parishioners. They both felt family, church and community were important and were proud of what they were able to accomplish together.

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DAR sets new Guinness World Record

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DAR literally set a world record in patriotism. Working with officials at Guiness World Records. The Daughters of the American Revolution organization set a Guinness World Record by sending more than 100,000 letters to military personnel serving overseas. The original goal was 10,000, but they shattered that with an incredible 100,904 letters sent in one month to servicemen and women, thanking them for their service. Chapters in the greater St. Charles and St. Louis area took up the challenge contributing to this total. One of the most rewarding aspects of DAR is the ability to express their love of country through the support of America’s Armed Forces. DAR members wrote and collected as many letters as possible in order to establish this new world record. Meeting this goal involved following very strict

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guidelines to qualify for a Guinness World Record including one letter per person, each letter addressed to a specific person, letters being completely hand written, stamped, counted and bound for Guinness inspection. Chapters through the country helped to reach this incredible record by involving family members, neighbors, service clubs, VFW halls, churches as well as veterans from their communities. U.S. military around the world will receive these letters in the coming weeks. Caroline Close Stuart Chapter Regent, Helene Reece says, “At the core of our patriotism is supporting the men and women of our troops, especially those deployed overseas in areas where they cannot take their families. This is just one of the ways we let them know we appreciate their sacrifice.”

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Food fight

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Mealtime at our annual family vacation created a host of disagreements. Mothers today have a tendency to let kids rule the roost. They believe the word “no” will do irreparable damage to their child’s fragile developing ego. Because of this, my daughters gave in to all kinds of individual food preferences and their children were allowed to openly voice their displeasures about it. Their food choices were unrefined while playing in the outdoors where they drank river water, ate dirt and chewed on sticks and possibly ingested poison sumac leaves. Once inside they continued to gnaw on furniture and consume all manner of carpet dust bunnies. However at lunchtime they became snooty foodies. Right away they began turning their little noses up at the meal which we had prepared so attentively. One refused to eat bread crusts, which, like kryptonite, are widely known to give off toxic rays especially when placed on a paper plate. Still another got wind that it was Tuesday, which as anyone knows is not a good eating day and caused her jaws to clamp shut. Another discovered the meal we fixed contained the dreaded color green and insisted on a microwaved hotdog instead. Afterwards, the hotdog was tossed aside and the ketchup licked from the plate. This one then demanded a Popsicle, but not a purple or red one and certainly not a green one. Only a yellow one would do and needed to be removed from the sticks and chopped up into

bite-sized pieces in a bowl and covered in ketchup. A few others spit out their portions after it was rumored that somewhere during meal prep a tomato had been spotted. One was supremely insulted that he had been given the pink plastic spoon to eat with instead of the blue one. It totally ruined his appetite. He retired to a corner to sulk and reflect on the injustices levied by his parental units. I sat amazed while watching the mother of my grandbabies cower and apologize profusely to their offspring for making bad meal choices. Really? In my day, our choice was eat or die! Enough! It was time for a pro to manage these unappreciative imps. I hurriedly made a nice pate’ out of dryer lint and mud then sprinkled on a few ugly bugs and placed the concoction in front of their finicky eyes and gave them the choice to eat it or what was on the table. Funny how leggy insect pie can make bread crusts and green food suddenly appetizing. Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder. The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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Cyber-security answers

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Helpful Family Resources The following websites offer students, parents and communities a wealth of information regarding Internet safety: www.netsmartz.org—is an interactive, educational program of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) that provides age-appropriate resources to help teach children how to be safer on and offline. The program is designed for children ages 5-17, parents and guardians, educators, and law enforcement. With resources such as videos, games, activity cards and presentations, NetSmartz entertains while it educates. www.netsmartz411.org—NetSmartz411 is parents’ and guardians’ premier, online resource for answering questions about Internet safety, computers, and the Web. www.commonsensemedia.org—Common Sense Media helps families make smart media choices. It is the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based and educational ratings and reviews for movies, games, apps, TV shows, websites, books and music. The Parent Concerns and Parent Blog help families understand and navigate the problems and possibilities of raising children in the digital age. www.inobtr.org—INOBTR “I Know Better” is Missouri’s public awareness initiative to help keep children safe online. Photo courtesy Bigstock

Internet safety and security are issues that parents and grandparents a generation ago didn’t have to worry about. But just as the Internet has put the world at our fingertips, it has also brought along potential dangers for children and their families. This is why the experts from the St. Charles County Cyber Crime Task Force, an arm of the St. Charles County Police Department, have partnered with the Community News to answer your questions about cyber safety for you and your family. These questions were submitted by readers like you. How do we get kids to identify messages that are inappropriate? (Tony, St. Peters) For children, identifying inappropriate messages can be a challenge; therefore, it is imperative to maintain an open dialogue with youths about their online conversations. Direct your child to avoid giving anyone their personal information online and tell them not to engage in conversations that are sexual in nature. As a general rule, parents should have their children notify them immediately upon discovering any material that makes them feel uncomfortable. What’s a good/safe internet server for kids? (Steve, St. Charles) Rather than focusing on a specific server, guardians should have their children use kid friendly search engines such as “kiddle” or “kidtopia.” Most of these engines will provide responses that are handpicked by educators to ensure content is appropriate for children. No search engine is perfect; however, so it is a good idea to verify that your browser has its search settings on “safe search” mode. If you are aware the person your friend is talking to is an online predator, where/how would you report it? (Jeanette, Fenton) Contact your local law enforcement agency or contact the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children’s Cyber Tipline at 1-800-8435678 to report an online predator. How much information can someone get from my Facebook account--even if I don’t “friend” them? (Anna, St. Charles County) Social media is always changing, but as of now, Facebook will display all of your public information to everyone. This will include your name, cover photo, profile picture, user ID, gender, username, timeline, and networks. You can change how much information is displayed by changing your privacy settings. How will I know if my kid is talking to a predator or a real friend? (Riley, St. Louis)

Parents should consider only allowing their children to communicate with individuals they know from outside of cyberspace. This entails forbidding friendships and conversations that are formed exclusively online. Guardians should take the additional step of asking their children where they know an individual from, and request the phone number and address of the person to verify the child knows them from the real world. What can we do to protect ourselves from child predators? (Ashley, Dardenne Prairie) Talk to your child about the potential dangers associated with sexual predators and explain the grooming process used to lure victims. Restrict which devices are allowed to connect to the internet and only allow children to use those devices in a family room. Monitor the sites and communications of your child and install parental control software as an added layer of protection. How do you stop bully statements posted anonymously online? (Pat, Festus) Most social media sites provide a method to report cyberbullying or similar content. Once reported, the content will be reviewed and removed if it violates their terms and conditions. Social media sites like Facebook, for example, are becoming more responsive to cyberbullying and claim that they will not tolerate bullies or their attacks. As a last resort, a victim of cyberbullying might have to cancel their online account and start again under a new username. How is the police department combatting the issues on social media to stop cyberbullying? (Karl, O’Fallon) In most cases, the social media sites themselves provide the most efficient way to combat cyberbullying. If a user flags an inappropriate message, there is a good chance it will be removed. In some situations; however, certain comments may be considered threatening, which is criminalized under existing statutes. If a message is determined to be criminal in nature, then it is investigated and prosecuted in the same manner as any other reported crime. How many Internet predators are arrested a year? (Laura, Florissant) In 2015, the Missouri Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and its law enforcement affiliates arrested 318 individuals for various internet based crimes. This total does not include arrests made by other law enforcement agencies who do not participate in the MO ICAC program.

Indicators of Online Abuse—Parents, watch for these behavior changes in your children Behavioral changes that occur with online exploitation: • Change in personality • Change in or loss of friends • Sudden drop in grades • Becoming more secretive: Minimizing the screen when someone else enters the room, maintaining multiple email accounts, spending time online away from home in addition to/instead of at home, spending all day/night online • Unexplained gifts/money: Can include online gifting such as music downloads, game subscriptions, enhanced or continued online access, and cell phones/ minutes, webcams and digital cameras. Source: http://www.moicac.org Behavioral changes that occur with cyberbullying: • Secrecy about Internet activities • Fear of social interaction • Trouble sleeping • Drop in grades • Lowered self-esteem • Frequent request to stay home from school or visits to the school nurse’s office. Source: http://missourikidsfirst.org

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Two Hazelwood teachers selected as finalists for Presidential Awards Program Stephanie Knight and Lisa McPherson, science teachers at Cold Water Elementary in the Hazelwood School District were selected as state level finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching Program. This program recognizes K-6 grade teachers of science in Missouri. Knight and McPherson are two of the five teachers selected to represent Missouri. As state-level finalists, Knight and McPherson are also candidates for the State Presidential Award. If selected for the state award, which is determined by a distinguished panel from the National Science Foundation, the state Presidential Awardee will be notified officially by the White

House, receive $10,000 and an all-expense-paid trip for two to Washington, D.C., where Presidential awardees will be honored in a variety of recognition events. “I am so proud of Stephanie and Lisa,” said Dr. Christa Warner, HSD assistant superintendent. “They give their very best when serving our students. They deserve to be selected as finalists for the Presidential Awards Program.” The National Science Foundation administers the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching on behalf of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Since the program’s inception in 1983, there have been more than 4,000 teachers awarded.

Normandy selects new CFO, principal for Lucas Crossing Elementary The Normandy Schools Collaborative is pleased to announce the selection of a new principal and CFO for the 20162017 school year. Randal Charles is the new assistant superintendent of operations for the Normandy Schools Collaborative. Randal is a retired superintendent, most recently having served in that role with the St. Charles School District. Prior to his work in St. Charles, Charles was Superintendent of Photos courtesy Normandy Schools Collaborative the Hillsboro School District, Left: Randal Charles is the new assistant superintendent of operations for the Normandy and prior to that role, assistant Schools Collaborative. Right: Tiffany McConnell is returning to Lucas Crossing Elementary superintendent/CFO with the Complex as the new building principal. Mehlville School District. A veteran educator and administrator with 40 years of ing school improvement plans, and facilitating experience in the field, Charles will manage Nor- professional development for teachers and prinmandy’s Food Service, Student Safety, Informa- cipals. McConnell earned her bachelor’s degree tion Technology, Facilities, and Business Office in elementary education from Grambling State functions. Charles earned his bachelor’s degree in University in Louisiana. She has a master’s desecondary education and master’s degree in edu- gree in education administration from the Unicational administration from the University of versity of Missouri-St. Louis, and an education Missouri-Columbia. He received an educational specialist degree in educational leadership from specialist degree and completed coursework to- Lindenwood University. McConnell is currently pursuing her doctorate degree at Maryville Uniward his doctorate degree, also from UMC. Tiffany McConnell is returning to Lucas Cross- versity. McConnell’s motto is “Every Classroom. ing Elementary Complex, this time as building Every Student. Every Day” and she is committed principal. She worked there previously as an as- to making a difference by advocating excellence, sistant principal. McConnell is a proud gradu- and life-long learning by promoting a positive, ate of Normandy High School and started her productive learning environment where all stuteaching career in the district at the now-closed dents can find success. McConnell is replacing long-time Normandy Garfield Elementary. She most recently worked in the district as the curriculum coordinator educator Paula A. Sams, who retired in June. for mathematics. She has served the district in Charles is replacing Mick Willis, who also retired various leadership roles including facilitating in June. McConnell and Charles began their new collaborative planning with teachers, support- roles on July 1.

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Florissant man elected Chair of National Association of Black Accountants, Inc. Steven Harris, CPA, partnerin-charge of RubinBrown’s Entrepreneurial Services Group, recently was named Chairman of the Board of Directors for the National Association of Black Accountants, Inc. Effective July 1, he will serve a two year term. NABA is a nonprofit membership association dedicated to bridging the opportunity gap for people of color in the accounting, finance, consulting, information technology and other related business professions. RepresentSubmitted photo ing more than 200,000 people of color in these fields, NABA ad- Steven Harris recently was named Chairvances people, advances careers man of the Board of Directors for the Naand advances the mission by tional Association of Black Accountants, Inc. providing education, resources and meaningful career connections to both professional and student members. Commenting on the appointment, John Herber, CPA, Chairman of RubinBrown, said, “It’s wonderful to see Steven stepping into this national leadership role for NABA. Since joining RubinBrown, he has demonstrated the ability to lead major initiatives, empower the people around him, and further the highest standards in the accounting practice. He has contributed to the entrepreneurial success of many start-up businesses, in particular, and makes a great role model for new professionals building their practices.” Harris serves a variety of RubinBrown clients in the not-forprofit, contractor, homebuilder, entertainment, public sector and manufacturing and distribution industries. He is a member of the American Institute for Certified Public Accountants and the Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants. He serves as chair of the Young Professional Network of the Regional Business Council, a member of the steering committee for Reinvest North County Fund and was a part of the steering committee for the Missouri Strategic Initiative for Economic Growth. Previously, Harris was named one of the St. Louis Business Journal’s 30 Under 30 and Diverse Business Leaders, recognized by the St. Louis American in 2014 with its Young Leader Award, and the University of Missouri honored him with its Outstanding Young Alumni Award in 2012. Additionally, Harris received the Outstanding Leadership in Advancing Diversity Award by MSCPA, the Rising Star and Chairman’s Awards by NABA, and the Young Professional of the Year Award from Urban Metropolitan St. Louis.

Business

Fire protection districts partner with new Christian Hospital president Rick Stevens met with area fire protection district representatives July 7 as he continues to share his vision and commitment to Christian Hospital and the North County community. “As one of the busiest emergency medical serSubmitted photo vices providers in the state, coming together Pictured here in the Christian Hospital EMS Academy, are (from left) Ken Corbin, chief, Black Jack; Sean regularly with our fire Mahoney, chief Mid-County; Rich Swain, chief Spanish Lake; Keith Goldstein, chief Riverview; Roger Ellis, asst. chief Black Jack; Rick Stevens; Brian Hokcamp, chief Christian Hospital EMS; and Hawnwan Moy, MD districts is key to our Washington University School of Medicine instructor. Also at the meeting was Brian Froelke, MD CH EMS successful partnership medical director and Washington University physician. as first responders,” says Stevens. “I want to build on these important ambulances strategically positioned throughout relationships, as well as continue to strengthen our the area to handle 911 calls. Six Christian Hospital role as a leader in providing quality emergency care EMS ambulances are dedicated to transport serat the scene with our EMS ambulance service and vices for hospital patients, and the remaining six in our emergency rooms at Christian Hospital and are backup vehicles when others are out of service Northwest HealthCare. We work very closely with for maintenance and repairs. Christian Hospital area fire districts, as well as police departments, to EMS has a dedicated team of 121 staff members who respond to about 40,000 calls a year for 911 keep our North County community well.” Christian Hospital EMS (Emergency Medical and transport services. Services), which was named the nation’s top EMS After recognizing a demand for emergency medprovider in 2014 by the National Association of ical services (EMS) courses, Christian Hospital Emergency Medical Technicians, is the primary developed its EMS Academy for those interested 911 first responder for the fire protection districts in starting or furthering their education in the of Ferguson, Spanish Lake, Jennings, Black Jack, field. Since opening in 2013, over 70 courses have Metro North, Riverview, Mid-County, Berkeley been offered to students at the academy. Christian and Kinloch. Team members also serve as backup Hospital EMS Academy is an elite EMT and pararesponders for the Florissant and Hazelwood fire medic training program. This specialized program districts, as well as the St. Charles County area provides a challenging yet rewarding curriculum across the Missouri River between north St. Louis for students looking to advance in the emergency medical services field. The program is focused on County and Illinois. With that much territory to cover, Christian Hos- equipping students with the knowledge and repital EMS has eight of its 20 advanced life support sources needed to be successful on the job.

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Former St. Louis Rams legends led by Isaac Bruce will reunite to compete in a flag football showdown at the Dome on Saturday, July 23. Bruce will be joined by members of the Greatest Show on Turf including Kurt Warner, Torry Holt, Dick Vermeil, Mike Martz, Ricky Proehl, Az Hakim, Orlando Pace, Mike Jones, Ernie Conwell and many more as well as other Rams legends including Marc Bulger and Aeneas Williams. The event will give the players a chance to thank fans and give St. Louis a chance to celebrate great memories. Tickets are on sale on www.ticketmaster.com. Individual ticket prices are $15 and $20. Premium tickets that will include an on-field autograph session prior to the game were limited to 1,000 tickets and were sold for $100, but sold out in two hours. Suites and sponsorships are also available. Kickoff for the game is set for 2 p.m. with gates opening at 12:30 p.m. The pregame autograph session for premium ticket holders will be from 11 a.m. - noon. Players will be available

for meet and greets, photo opportunities, and autographs on the concourse level for all fans from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. “We’re excited to be able to bring together a bunch of the Greatest Show on Turf guys and other former Rams greats to be able to thank the fans for the incredible support over the years,” said Bruce. “We want to fill up the Dome one last time and really show everyone what an incredible sports city St. Louis is. We have the opportunity to raise a lot of money for the Isaac Bruce Foundation which we can then pour back into this great city and it’s really exciting.” Proceeds from the Legends of the Dome will benefit the Isaac Bruce Foundation which is committed to continuing to make an impact in the St. Louis community. Isaac launched the Isaac Bruce Foundation in 2006 which focuses on health, wellness, nutrition, fitness and education. Through the Foundation, Isaac reaches out to youth and teaches them at an early age the importance of a healthy lifestyle with an emphasis on education.

‘Boys of Summer’ exhibit puts the spotlight on Cardinals baseball greats St. Louis Cardinals baseball is the heart and theme of “Boys of Summer,” an exhibit of original paintings and drawings by O’Fallon native and graphic designer Bryan “Wiz” Wieczorek. The exhibit opens Friday, July 22, at the Renaud Spirit Center (RSC), where it will be available for viewing, free, through Sept. 2 during regular business hours: 5:15 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday - Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturdays, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sundays. The public also is invited to meet the artist at a free reception on Friday, July 22, from 7 – 8:30 p.m. The RSC is located at 2650 Tri Sports Circle in O’Fallon. “I try to create art that I know other people will enjoy,” said Wieczorek. “In St. Louis, that’s Cardinals baseball. The game of baseball is something that I’ll always cherish for the fatherson bond it brought about for me and many others.” Wieczorek used acrylic paints, watercolors and sketching pencils to create portraits of Cardinals baseball greats both past and present, including a drawing of popular Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina. A series of paintings detailing the specialty grips that pitchers use, such as for curveballs and fastballs, is one of the exhibit’s highlights. And he’s captured famed shortstop

Submitted photo A drawing by Bryan “Wiz” Wieczorek of Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina.

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Recipe: Natural v. added sugars – What does it mean for your family’s health?

ugars are one of the most important health conversations today. A diet filled with too many added sugars is associated with weight gain, type 2 diabetes and heart disease. According to the 2005-2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, the average American consumes an average of 20 teaspoons a day, significantly more than the 6-9 teaspoons recommended daily by the American Heart Association. Sugar can mean different things to different people, which not only adds to the confusion, but can quickly derail even your best intentions as you try to make the right choices for your family. The difference between added and naturally occurring sugars Many nourishing foods such as fruits, vegetables, certain whole grains and dairy products contain what are known as naturally occurring sugars; these are simple carbohydrates that are naturally present in a food’s biological structure. For example, the lactose found in milk is a sugar, as is the fructose in fruit. In contrast, added sugars are those sugars or sweeteners you add in your kitchen – adding sugar or honey to a recipe or onto your breakfast cereal, for example – as well as sugars and sweeteners that are added to a variety of products by food manufacturers. Added sugars are often used to enhance taste and flavor, of course, but can also be included for other reasons, such as to prevent spoiling – think summer jams – or assist in fermentation, such as in baking. “Working with the Florida Department of Citrus, I’ve seen firsthand how much confusion there is around this topic for many families,” said registered dietitian Kate Geagan, author of “Go Green Get Lean.” “Yet while too many added sugars can fill your diet with ‘empty calories,’ naturally occurring sugars are found in some of nature’s most nutrient-rich packages, delivering a bevy of benefits such as vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and more.” An 8-ounce glass of 100 percent orange juice, for instance, has no added sugar. Beyond being an excellent source of vitamin C, it’s a good source of folate, especially important for women of childbearing age, as well as potassium, a vital mineral which helps nerves and muscles communicate and can help offset the effects of too much sodium in the diet. In fact, the FDA recently announced it will add potassium to the Nutrition Facts Panel because many Americans are falling short. The benefits don’t stop there, though. A glass of 100 percent orange juice also delivers magnesium, vitamin A and niacin. Plus, it’s a significant source of hesperidin, an antioxidant that research suggests may have heart, blood pressure and cognition benefits, as well as reduce inflammation and oxidation. Furthermore, one glass counts as one serving (1 cup) of fruit to help you meet the 1.5-2 cups per day recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

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

See solution on page 13

Homemade Orange Granola Servings: 6 Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups quick cooking oatmeal 1 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup sliced almonds 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 cup orange juice, divided 3 tablespoons canola oil 2 tablespoons honey 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Directions: Heat oven to 325 F. Spray baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, combine oatmeal, walnuts, almonds, sunflower seeds and cinnamon; mix well. Drizzle in 1/3 cup orange juice; stir well to evenly coat oatmeal mixture. Repeat twice more, stirring after each addition of orange juice. In small bowl, combine oil, honey and vanilla; stir well to combine. Drizzle oil mixture over oatmeal

mixture; stir well to coat oatmeal mixture. Spread oatmeal mixture on prepared baking sheet in even layer. Bake 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, to evenly brown granola. Remove from oven, add cranberries and cool completely. Store in airtight container up to one week. Serving suggestion: For a morning parfait, serve homemade orange granola with milk or a dollop of plain Greek yogurt. Add in sliced fruit for extra color.

Crossword Puzzle Theme: Healthy Lifestyle ACROSS

1. Hacienda brick 6. World’s oldest broadcasting company 9. Weary walk 13. For getting around, especially in city 14. Ostrich of Australia 15. Because of 16. It’s plucked to foretell love 17. Adam’s famous part 18. Modern day letter 19. *”No ____!” 21. *Mind/body/soul goal? 23. 7th letter of Greek alphabet 24. Eight bits 25. Experienced or consumed 28. ____-and-go-seek 30. Socrates’ concern 35. Toward the lee 37. *Body sufferings 39. Art class support 40. Cash cache 41. Passed out cards 43. A small island 44. Full of emotion, in slang 46. Alpine lift 47. Guitar forerunner 48. Not digital 50. Crude group 52. Sixth sense 53. Movie-____ 55. Anne Boleyn, a.k.a. ____ Bullen 57. *Calcium or magnesium 61. *Stress-related glands 65. Muse of love poetry 66. Cause annoyance 68. Prepare for winter takeoff 69. Red Cross supply 70. Bard’s “before” 71. Runs in neutral 72. Fungal spore sacs 73. Jack Kerouac’s Paradise 74. Deed hearings DOWN 1. Current unit, pl. 2. Hold as a conviction 3. “The Simpsons” palindrome 4. Emergency pedal 5. Kind of fossil 6. Mountain in Germany

7. *Weight divided by height squared 8. Small secluded room 9. The largest of the small cats 10. *Meat quality 11. Like ear infection 12. Pineapple producer 15. “Get rid of” button 20. Water nymph 22. Had a meal 24. Verbally attack 25. *Type of yoga 26. Mork from Ork, e.g. 27. Major U.S. airline 29. *Selection of foods 31. Hard precipitation 32. Supplied equipment 33. Picts and Gauls 34. *Nightly necessity 36. Twelfth month of Jewish calendar

38. Prelude to a duel 42. Popular taste at a given time 45. Anti-Jewish riot 49. India’s smallest state 51. *Exercise of the heart 54. North Pole workers 56. Attention-seeking 57. Arizona city 58. Wraths 59. Narcotics agent 60. Evening purse 61. Skater’s jump 62. Cairo’s waterway 63. Maple, to a botanist 64. *____ stress 67. Baseball stat See answers on page 13

What’s Happening

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314-831-6121.

July 20: Karaoke

July 22: Spaghetti with meatballs or chicken Alfredo dinner

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

Spaghetti with meatballs or chicken Alfredo dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois

from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

July 23: Free concert

DeSmet’s Summer Courtyard Concert featuring John Scott takes place from 2 – 3 p.m. at DeSmet Retirement Community at 1425 N. New Florissant in Florissant. Due to the Summer Heat the event will be held inside. There will be a welcoming ceremony by Florissant Mayor Thomas P. Schneider. Donation-accepted proceeds’ go to the DeSmet Activity Fund. RSVPs are appreciated but not necessary. For more information call 314 838-3811.

July 27: Karaoke

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

July 29: All-you-can-eat chicken dinner

All-you-can-eat chicken dinner, dinein only, at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314831-6121.

Aug. 14: Charity fundraiser

Hatz 4 Hearts will host its Second Annual Charity Fundraiser-supporting cancer patients. This charity fundraiser will be held at Voce located at 212 South Tucker in St. Louis. The partnership continues, Siteman Cancer Center, will be providing mobile screenings on site (in front of Voce). Women who qualify will receive a mammogram at no cost. The Sisters Saving Sisters screening campaign is scheduled to kick off at 1 to 5 p.m. We are encouraging women to get screened and “be in the know” regarding breast health. This year’s event features on of St. Louis’s own, Dirty Muggs, who will be performing diverse and eclectic music from their set list. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. We are asking the community to donate new hats or headwear for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Tickets for this event are $40 in advance or $45 at the door. You may also find out more information about Hatz 4 Hearts at www.hatz4hearts.com.

Recurring Events Mondays: A cappella singers

Men of Harmony a cappella singers meet at Salem Evangelical Free Church at New Halls Ferry at Pohlman Road at 7 p.m. Not church affiliated. Group is always looking for new members. Call Al at 314-993-6134 for more information.

Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals

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

Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)

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

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

6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, 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.

Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?

Check out TOPS #361 Florissant group of supportive ladies. Meetings are on Wednesday mornings beginning at 9:15 am at Bethel Providence Christian Church located at 14700 New Halls Ferry Rd in Florissant. If interested, please contact Shirley at 314-895-3528 for more information.

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400

IT’S ALL ABOUT HOME, LLC Lori Jones, is the owner of It’s All About Home, LLC, which is a Premier Home Care agency located in Chesterfield, Missouri. Lori’s journey with Home Care began about 10 years ago when she was faced with the daunting task of finding suitable care for her ailing mother. She sought quality care, and found a system that fell short. Her personal experiences with the Home Care industry, challenged her to raise the bar, and to set a new standard. Lori and her team of experienced caregivers are committed to providing excellent, safe, and reliable care to their clients. Call us today!

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

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

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

Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604. Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group

3-4pm, Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314.653.5331.

Thursdays: meeting

Women’s

chorus

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

Every 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.

Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400

Sundays: Meat shoot

Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 444 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Road between Sinks Rd and Lindbergh starting at noon until dusk every Sunday - rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded.

www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • July 20, 2016 Every Sunday: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine #1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, 1 – 4pm, through October. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314.921.7582, vicray01@aol.com

Sundays: meeting

Jennings

Do-Dads

The Jennings Do-Dads hold meetings every third Sunday of the month (except June which is the second Sunday and no meeting in December) at 1 p.m. at Classics Bar & Grill at 11601 West Florissant Avenue. Those interested in membership are invited to attend. For more information visit www.jenningsdodads.org.

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 Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon– 1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1.877.477.6954.

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.

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.

Tuesdays: Alcohol and Drug Information Meeting Christian Hospital Building 2, Suite 401, 6:30 – 8pm, 314.839.3171, free and open to the public.

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.

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

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

Diabetes Basics:

314.344.7024 for info or 314.344.7220 to enroll.

Crisis Nursery:

Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314.768.3201. Or 636.947.0600, www.

Group

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Center for Senior Renewal:

Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123.

Nutrition Education:

SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you, 314.344.6157.

Christian Center:

Hospital

Recovery

Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314.953.8100.

Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314.653.5032 Nicotine Anonymous

Nicotine Anonymous is a 12 Step Program, free and available to all seeking recovery from nicotine addiction based on principals of AA. Only requirement is a desire to stop using nicotine. Voluntary contributions are accepted. For further info call 314822-2066 or visit WWW.NicotineAnonymous.org.

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.

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.

Smoking Cessation Classes:

Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866. SSM.DOCS to register or for more information.

SSM DePaul Wellness Center:

Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314.344.6177

Free Mammogram Screenings:

SSM Health Care free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments at 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, 636.947.5617

At Delmar Gardens North, 4401 Parker Rd., Florissant, 9am, 314.355.1516, Helpline 800.272.3900

Last Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group: Mother of Good Counsel Home, 6825 Natural Bridge, St. Louis, 10:30am 314.383.4765

12:30 - 2pm, 320 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 314.968.3477.

Third Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support

The Barnes St. Peters Hospital Auxiliary is looking for New Members

If you would like to become a member please call 636.916.9664.

Wednesdays: Weekly Cancer Survivor’s Support Group

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H.W. Koenig Medical Building at SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 3 - 4:30pm, free, 636.755.3034

12 Step Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse: Meets in 4 locations in the metro St Louis area. Information: metrostlouissia@gmail.com.

Wednesdays: New Choices NarAnon Family Group at Zion Lutheran Church 12075 Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights, 7:30 – 9pm, www.Nar-Anon. org

Thursdays: Grief Share Support Group

Church of the Nazarene, 1309 N. Elizabeth Ave., Ferguson 6:30 - 8pm, leecedra@sbcglobal.net

Mondays & Thursdays: Breathe/ for people with pulmonary disease Graham Medical Center, 1150 Graham Rd. Suite 104, 11am - 12pm, $30, 314953-6090

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

Calcium Scoring Heart Scan Program

SSM DePaul Health Center. This program uses advanced (CT) imaging to scan the arteries around the heart and measure or score the amount of calcium present in the plaque deposits. This screening, in combination with other heart disease risk factors (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, physical inactivity, etc.) can help determine an overall picture of your current heart health and your risk for developing heart disease. Call 314.344.6030 to learn more about the heart scan program or to schedule an appointment. SUDOKU answers from page 11

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First and Third Tuesdays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

Barb Hutchinson 636.947.5466.

Missouri Veterans Home, 10600 Lewis & Clark, St. Louis, 1pm, 314.340.6389

SSM speakers available for organizations, clubs, community and church groups for up to one hour free of charge, 636.949.7159

6:30 - 8pm, 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City, 314.993.5421.

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Last Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group

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Sundays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

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Movie

“Star Trek Beyond”

By Steve Bryan

The ‘Star Trek’ franchise looks back and beyond in 2016 The shocking and sudden death of Anton Yelchin added a layer of sadness to “Star Trek Beyond,” the latest installment of the rebooted franchise. As Chekov, the young actor put his stamp on the iconic character. Legend has it that the young helmsman was added to the original “Star Trek” cast because of Davy Jones’ popularity on “The Monkees.” Until now, 2016 has been a year to celebrate all things Trek. Gene Roddenberry came up with the idea of a “’Wagon Train’ to the stars’” more than 50 years ago. His original pilot, “The Cage” saw Captain Christopher Pike (Jeffrey Hunter) captured by a race of telepathic aliens. It was a complicated, intriguing pilot featuring Majel Barrett, future wife of Roddenberry, as the First Officer. Ironically enough, NBC executives thought the pilot was “too cerebral,” forcing Roddenberry and crew to create a second pilot, “Where No Man Has Gone Before.” “The Cage” was retooled, however, and became the basis of “The Menagerie,” a two-part episode focusing on Commander Spock and his former captain, Christopher Pike. Despite a vocal fanbase, NBC cancelled the original series after just three seasons. In a memoir, William Shatner, who played Captain Kirk, talked about his life after the show left the air. In one sequence, he recounted staying in a camper on the road and watching the 1969 moon landing on a black-and-white television set. Unbeknownst to the star, “Trek” fandom was growing thanks to television syndication. Roddenberry’s vision continued to bear fruit, leading to a beloved, but short-lived animated series in 1974 and “Star Trek: The Motion Picture” in 1979. The first movie franchise did quite well, with “Wrath of Khan” and “The Voyage Home” standing out

amongst the other films. In the latter film, Walter Koenig, the original Chekov, got big laughs asking about “Nuclear wessels.” The current franchise also has done quite well, with Chris Pine adding depth to the Kirk character. Zachary Quinto’s Spock also shows more emotion, especially in his relationship with Lt. Uhura, played by Zoe Saldana. Simon Pegg also makes a highly effective Scotty, the engineer known for performing mechanical miracles. This week, “Star Trek Beyond” will make a big impact on the annual San Diego Comic Con. The premiere currently is scheduled for July 20 at Embarcadero Marina Park South in San Diego. Inside the Convention Center, attendees will have plenty of chances to get merchandise, autographs and discuss the film at length. Following Anton Yelchin’s death, how does the franchise fill that void? Does producer J.J. Abrams give both actor and character a proper send-off or does another actor step into the role? It’s a tough call for one of most enduring science fiction franchises of all time. “Star Trek Beyond,” which is rated PG-13, opens in theaters on Friday, July 22. “Star Trek Beyond” photos courtesy of Paramount 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.