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Photo by Brett Auten Dr. Earl Schultz stands outside the Volunteers in Medicine Clinic located at 1039 S. Duchesne in St. Charles. Schultz volunteers at the free clinic, which helps to meet the health care needs of low-income, uninsured residents.
Retired doctor helps keep the lights on at a free clinic in St. Charles By Brett Auten You will find Volunteers in Medicine surrounded by a liquor store, a gun shop and a bar. Its front-door letters are barely visible from the street as it sits tucked away in a nondescript strip mall by Lindenwood University. When donations are what keep the lights on and the water running, you get by on what you can. After a career in medicine that was everything one would deem a success, Earl Schultz M.D., has bypassed the clubhouse lounge or the carefree travel that other colleagues have swaggered off to. Instead, Schultz – among his various charitable endeavors volunteers weekly for the last nine years to the Volunteers in Medicine clinic, located at 1039 S Duchesne Dr., in St. Charles. Schultz, 86, will be recognized at the St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors System’s 15th annual Ageless Remarkable St. Louisan’s Gala, that celebrates the outstanding achievements of adults age 75-and-over. For 21 years, Volunteers in Medicine has pledged to serve the health care needs of St.
Charles and Lincoln County adult residents who are not covered by Medicare, Medicaid or private health insurance and whose household income meets Federal Poverty Guidelines. They provide most medications at no cost to patients once prescribed by a physician at the clinic. Schultz is one of 66 retired doctors, nurses and clerks who make up the Volunteers in Medicine organization that has locations throughout the region and is a team committed to assisting a large population of the undeserved. “Many of our patients are fresh out of jail and that’s OK,” Schultz said. “We can usually help get them a job and get them a place to stay. St. Charles has the richest city property in Missouri and we have people in St. Charles sleeping under the viaducts, sleeping under the bridges or even in the winter sleeping in their cars. We’ll give them money for gasoline so at least they can turn their car on every hour and stay warm. It’s a tough game.” The recurring theme of poor lifestyle choices and questionable decision making are common patients coming through the clinic.
“We see people who are 350-pounds, they have diabetes, and they worry about why their back hurts, their knees hurt and their ankles hurt … I can tell you why,” Schultz said. “But they just look at you. And then of course they have diabetes but they don’t stay on their diet. We have people who have hypertension but skip their medicine and the real problem we have are those with bad lung disease, asthma, emphysema, who continue to puff. Opiates have always been our problem. I have fought with patients over those. I tell them you take them for no reason, you’re addicted. They insist that they have to have it.” Anita Hockett is a nurse and a clinical director for Volunteers in Medicine. She too was previously recognized by St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors System. Hockett called Schultz easily approachable. “I think he is a good listener and has a wonderful, dry sense of humor that I know the nurses enjoy,” Hockett said. “He’s a very gentle sort.” Schultz, 86, retired in 2006 from private practice as a neurologist and psychiatrist See AGELESS page 2
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AGELESS Continued from cover ter more than forty years and is being recognized as he continues to impact the lives of thousands of patients and physicians. Schultz, who lives in Creve Coeur, still keeps a remarkable pace. The Cape Girardeau native devotes time to mentor medical students at Washington University and serves on the Cancer Research Review Board at Missouri Baptist Hospital. “Society put a lot of effort in training me and I feel you owe society and you owe these people,” he said. “These poor devils are falling out. They are not in the system as far as, they don’t have health insurance, they don’t have Medicaid, doctors won’t see them. We try to keep
them out of the emergency room over here at St. Joseph’s.” The St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors System’s 15th annual Ageless Remarkable St. Louisan’s Gala is set for Oct. 28 at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch, the event will highlight the contributions of 22 extraordinary seniors who provide a uniquely fresh perspective on what it means to grow older. These individuals are dedicating their “golden years” to bettering the region through continuing careers, advocating for issues that are close to their heart and volunteering their time and talents to a range of important charitable initiatives. St. Andrew’s currently serving more than 8,700 St. Louis seniors and caregivers annually, the Ageless Remarkable St. Louisans Gala is the primary fundraising event for St. Andrew’s and its Charitable Foundation. “It’s just amazing the work done by the doctors and nurses at Volunteers in Medicine,” Mary Alice Ryan, president and CEO of St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors System, said. “It has an impact that is so important.”
WSD schools raise over $110,000 for the American Heart Association WSD schools raised over $110,000 last year for the American Heart Association (AHA). Students in 15 of the district’s schools held fundraisers over the course of the school year that included Jump Rope for Heart, Hoops for Heart, Red Out and Dodgeball for Heart. During the 2015-16 school year, WSD schools raised over $80,000, so this year’s total represents an increase of 37 percent. According to the AHA, this equates to the WSD helping to save over 2,200 lives right in our own area. Funds raised for the AHA go towards research, education and medication to fight heart disease in Missouri. The participating schools also received over $7,700 in vouchers that they can use to purchase physical education equipment through the program. During the various fundraisers, students learned about the importance of heart health education and how to take care of their own hearts as well as the special
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hearts of others. Discovery Ridge Elementary raised over $26,000 in their Jump Rope for Heart campaign, the most of any school in St. Charles County and the third highest amount for any school in Missouri. According to Barb Reyering, Youth Marketing Director for the AHA – Midwest Affiliate, the Wentzville School District as a whole is ranked fourth in the state in terms of donations raised for
the AHA. “Our number-one goal is to educate students so that they can potentially extend their lives by as much as five years if they start to live a hearthealthy life now. This past year we were able to get our message out to more students than ever before,” said Reyering. “The physical education teachers and nurses in the WSD do a tremendous job of promoting heart healthy living.”
Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce seeking nominations for Citizen of the Years/ Lifetime Distinguished Service awards Since 1957, the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce has recognized local leaders for their dedication to serving the Greater St. Charles County community. Nominations for the 2017 Citizen of the Years and Lifetime Distinguished Service awards are currently being accepted. The Citizen of the Years award is designed to recognize the lifelong achievements of a citizen for actions, generosity and service, broad-based community involvement in a non-paid position, and leadership in organizations above and beyond the call of duty on behalf of the community. The Lifetime Distinguished Service award is designed to recognize the achievements of a citizen for their service in the areas of Humanitarian, Civic and Cultural. Award candidates and recipients are nominated by members of the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce and the community at large. Voting is by a committee made up of past recipients and past presidents of the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. Past recipients of the Citizen of the Years
award include Dr. Bernard Dubray, Gary Shaw, Grace Nichols, Ben Blanton, Dr. J. Michael Conoyer, Melvin Wetter, Henry Elmendorf, Keith Hazelwood, Lisa Baue and Jerry Scheidegger. For those interested in submitting a nomination to the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce, please list each nomination separately and provide up to two typewritten pages why you believe the nominee is deserving of the award. Letters of support are also encouraged. Nomination forms can be found on the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce website at www.GSTCCC.com or by calling the chamber office at 636-946-0633. All nominations and letters of support must be received to the chamber office by 5 p.m., Oct. 27. Nominations can be mailed to the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce, Attn: Citizen of the Years Committee, 2201 First Capitol Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301 or emailed to Wendy@ GSTCCC.com.
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O’Fallon offering trips to The Japanese Festival celebrates 40th anniversary historic Hannibal and haunted By Madeline Callewaert St. Louis Get out and about with day trips to interesting destinations, meet new friends or bring friends with you and leave the driving to the tour bus operator. On the day of departure, meet the motor coach in Civic Park, O’Fallon; parking is free. All trips include shopping opportunities and meals. Mark Twain Tour – Travel to historic Hannibal, Missouri on the Mississippi River on Oct. 12, to see Mark Twain’s Boyhood Home and Museum, which includes eight buildings and two interactive museums. Mark Twain was the penname for Samuel Clemens, author of “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” (1876) and “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” (1885). Then head to downtown Hannibal on the Mississippi River for a delicious lunch followed by a visit to the unique Hannibal History Museum on Main Street. The motor coach leaves at 8:30 a.m. and returns by 4:30 p.m. The trip’s cost of $80 for O’Fallon residents and $89 for non-residents includes deluxe motor coach transportation, admissions, lunch and gratuities. Be sure to register by the deadline, for the trip (430802-A), which is Thursday, Sept. 28. Haunted St. Louis Tour –Wear comfortable shoes and enjoy a short walk through historic St. Louis as you listen to strange, bizarre and spooky stories about some of the city’s legendary haunted sites. Afterwards, the group will stop off for one of St. Louis’ signature desserts. The trip’s cost of $80 for O’Fallon residents and $89 for non-residents includes deluxe motor coach transportation, admissions, a step-on-guide, dinner, dessert and gratuities. Be sure to register by the sign-up deadline, September 29, for trip 430814-A. It’s easy to register for O’Fallon’s Parks and Recreation programs: • Sign up online 24/7 with your email. • Or, call staff at 636-474-2732 during business hours and have your credit card handy. • Or, sign-up during business hours at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, or the Parks and Recreation Administration Office, 400 Civic Park Drive. For more information about the trips, contact Tyler Landreth at 636-474-8105 or tlandreth@ofallon.mo.us.
The Japanese Festival is an annual event held at the Missouri Botanical Gardens. This year, the festival was held on Labor Day weekend, and over 1,100 people were in attendance. The festival pays tribute to Japanese culture with music, art, dance, food and other various forms of entertainment. “I have been to the festival one time before this year, and I absolutely loved it,” St. Charles Community College student Shannon Lane said. “It really opens your eyes and makes you see the beauty and history of Japanese culture.” A prominent feature of the festival was the performance of choreographed dance accompanied by popular Japanese folk music. The St. Louis Okinawa Taiko and Luck Eisa groups have performed at the festival for several years, combining choreography with thunderous drumming, singing and chanting. St. Louis Okinawa Taiko originally started as a children’s group, but has since expanded into a large nonprofit organization. “The preparations for the show be can stressful,” St. Louis Okinawa Taiko performer Heather Grove said. “Once you get on stage it is exhilarating and
Koinoboris fly in the wind at the Japanese Festival.
the audience has a lot to do with that.” Along with the activities and demonstrations, the mouthwatering selection of Japanese dishes was extremely popular with visitors. The food vendors had many popular items for sale, ranging from refreshing drinks such as ramune, a type of Japanese carbonated beverage, to savory items such as grilled chicken skewers and pot stickers. “I thought the food was very interesting, especially the candies that were sold” Lane said. “The candies are so much more unique and beautifully put together than what we have in the United States.”
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The Japanese Festival is a unique event for visitors to experience Japanese culture firsthand. The festival will return next year and many people are looking forward to it. “I cannot wait to go next year,” Lane said. “The festival means so much to me and the experience is always amazing.” This article is presented as part of a project between the Community News and St. Charles Community College. This article was not submitted on behalf of St. Charles Community College nor does it express the views and opinions of SCC.
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O’Fallon’s Rec-or-Treat Open House at the Renaud Spirit Center features ‘Toy Story’ characters Treat your family to an evening of free Halloween-themed fun, the RSC’s Rec-or-Treat Halloween Movie & Anniversary Party. The open house is set for 5 - 8 p.m. on Oct. 13, at the Renaud Spirit Center (RSC). Celebrating its 13th year, the indoor recreation complex is located at 2650 Tri Sports Circle in O’Fallon. Kids are encouraged to wear a Halloween costume. Admission, parking and all activities are free. Pizza will be available for sale and the concession stand will be open. Event highlights include: • The Rec-or-Treat Scavenger Hunt, with free activities at every station to earn a stamp of participation. The hunt concludes with free pool admission, so bring your swim suit!
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• Slime-making, a balloon artist, bounce houses (including a Buzz Lightyear inflatable), Home Depot build-a-project for kids, mini trampolines and treats and prizes • Free Zumba classes and tumbling demonstrations • 10% off new Renaud Spirit Center memberships October 13-15 • Raffles and giveaways, including a chance to win a free RSC membership For more information, visit www.renaudspiritcenter.com/rec-or-treat. Or, call 636-474-2732.
Autumn events happening in St. Charles County parks Enjoy concerts in the park, hayrides, festivals and more this season in your favorite St. Charles County park during the month of October. The Parks Department offers a variety of programs and activities for all ages and interests. • Bring the family out for Friday Night Public Stargazing at Broemmelsiek Park near Defiance and discover constellations and stars through complex telescopes. The Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri (ASEM) hosts these educational stargazing programs in the park’s Astronomy Viewing Area. For more information, visit www.asemonline.org or call the parks department at 636-949-7535.
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• A meet-and-greet with “Toy Story” characters Woody and Jessie and a short movie, “Toy Story of Terror” (showings at 6:30, 7, 7:30 p.m.)
• Preschoolers learn through the lens of nature at the Little Explorer Nature Program scheduled the first Thursday of each month through December. Bring your adventurous tots to Broemmelsiek Park near Defiance from 10-11 a.m. for a short hike, fun activities, story time and snack. Cost of the program is $3 and pre-registration is suggested. To make a reservation, all 636-949-7535 or visit www.stccparks.org. • Welcome in autumn at the Fall Harvest Festival from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 7, at Broemmelsiek Park near Defiance. Enjoy music, crafts, hayrides, historic tractor demos, apple butter making, wood carving demos, farm fresh produce and plant sales, and more. Call the parks department at 636-949-7535 for more information. • Grab your bike, a light and hit the trails at night. Join Gateway Off-Road Cyclists (GORC) and St. Louis Area Mountain Bikers (SLAMB) for free Friday Night Mountain Bike Rides in the parks. There are two rides to choose from this month: 6:30 p.m., Oct. 13 at Broemmelsiek Park near Wentzville; and 6:30 p.m., Oct. 27 at Matson Hill Park near Defiance. Riders must wear a helmet and have a 600 lumen light to experience park trails after hours. Register online at www.stccparks.org. • Experience “Spirits of the Past” as you walk through lantern-lit paths from 6 - 10:30 p.m., Oct. 21, at The Historic Daniel Boone Home near Defiance. Enjoy hot apple cider as you listen to tales and stories from the 1800s, and learn why townspeople were so superstitious and cautious, especially at
night! This family-friendly event is a great alternative to traditional Halloween celebrations and is recommended for children 7-years of age and older. Admission is $6 in advance and $10 at the door. Due to the limited number of tickets available, advance registration is recommended. For more information or to make a reservation, call the park at 636-798-2005 or visit www. stccparks.org. Experience an afternoon adventure hiking through Klondike Park near Augusta, at 4:30 p.m., Oct. 22. While exploring the vast natural surface trails, look for signs of wildlife and identify local flora, then stop to admire a beautiful sunset overlooking the Missouri River Valley. Hiking distances range from two to five miles and are at a casual pace. Preregistration is requested. Call 636-949-7535 or visit www.stccparks.org to register. • Let’s get crafty from 10-11:30 a.m., Oct. 28 at Broemmelsiek Park near Defiance. Craftapalooza! is perfect for the camp-loving, crafty child. Children ages 6-12 tie-dye a bandana, make friendship bracelets and create nature crafts during the session Cost is $5 per child. Pre-registration is required. Call 636-949-7535 or visit www.stccparks. org to reserve your spot. • Children ages seven-12 discover nature and the outdoors at our new half-day Nature Mini Camp, from 1-4 p.m. Oct. 28, at Broemmelsiek Park near Defiance. Children learn about the environment, prairies, trials and waterways through nature-themed games, crafts and activities. Cost is $10 per child and pre-registration is required. To register, call 636-949-7535 or visit www.stccparks.org. • Creepy creatures lurk around every corner at the Night of Fright Haunted House from 6 p.m. – midnight on Oct. 27 and Oct. 28 at the Youth Activity Park in Dardenne Prairie. This scary place is a maze of haunted rooms filled with frightful scenes and is designed to entertain children and adults. Admission to the haunted attraction is $5. For more information, call the park at 636561-4964. For more information on these and other events, contact the St. Charles County Parks & Recreation Department at 636-949-7535 or visit www.stccparks.org.
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Presidents Classic Golf Scramble raises more than $46,000
Photo courtesy SCC The St. Charles Community College Foundation raised more than $46,000 at its 21st annual Presidents Classic Golf Scramble on Sept 25.
The St. Charles Community College Foundation raised more than $46,000 at its 21st annual Presidents Classic Golf Scramble on Sept 25. Proceeds will support scholarships as well as academic and program enhancements for the college. “Thank you for believing in education and making this a successful event for us,” said Betsy Schneider, executive director of the SCC Foundation. “Your support helps to keep high-quality education within reach for many in our community.” Richard Jensen, CEO of Rx Systems, Inc., and Chuck Pilliod, CFO of Krey Distributing Company, were co-chairs of the planning committee for this year’s golf scramble. “We are thankful and encouraged by the tremendous support for the students from our sponsors, participants and community,” Pilliod said.
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‘Tole Painting Boxes for Newborns’ the theme of DAR October meeting Tole Painting and its use in making memory boxes for newborns will be the topic of the Caroline Close Stuart DAR Chapter Oct. 14 meeting. Marilyn Hartnett and Mary Jo Kumer, Chapter members will explain the art of tole painting and have a display of their work on hand as a part of their presentation. Both women are members of the Gateway Decorative Artists which is a part of the National Society of Decorative painters. Held at the Triggs Banquet Center at 300 O’Fallon Plaza in O’Fallon, members and prospective members of the chapter will gather for the regular chapter meeting followed by lunch and the program. Friends and relatives as well as any other women who are interested are encouraged to attend. Tole painting is the folk art of decorative painting on tin and wooden utensils, objects and furniture. Typical metal objects include utensils, coffee pots and similar household items. Wooden objects include tables, chairs, and chests, including hope chests, toyboxes and jewelry boxes. With a longer history in Eu-
Submitted photo Marilyn Hartnett (left) and Mary Jo Kumer will explain the art of tole painting and have a display of their work on hand as a part of their presentation at the Caroline Close Stuart DAR Chapter Oct. 14 meeting.
rope, in America the practice began in 18th century New England, and was also extensively carried on among German immigrants in Pennsylvania. Tole painting experienced a resurgence in the 1960s when teachers began opening studios in cities around the United States. It is now a worldwide phenomenon, largely due to the international expansion of the 41-year-old Society of Decorative Painters.
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Interested women who would like to attend the October meeting must make reservation for the lunch portion of the meeting. For more information about the DAR or to make reservations contact Regent, Helene Reece at 636-2847535. You may also find information about the local DAR chapter on the web at http:// www.mssdar.org/ccstuart.
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Millennials, work-life balance are topics at ‘Shaping Policy: Women in Leadership Roles’
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Photo courtesy SCC Marie-Hélène Bernard, CEO of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, was one of the four panelists who spoke at ‘Shaping Policy: Women in Leadership Roles’ during SCC’s democracy days.
On Sept. 19, SCC president, Dr. Barbara Kavalier, chaired a blue ribbon panel discussion with women about their experiences in and analysis of the world of politics and beyond during “Shaping Policy: Women in Leadership Roles.” The event was part of the college’s Democracy Days lineup. “Shaping Policy: Women in Leadership Roles” panelists included Marie-Hélène Bernard, CEO of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra; Adrian E. Bracy, CEO of the YWCA; Loria Eaton, president of Nextgen Information Systems; and Lesley S. Hoffarth, executive director of Forest Park Forever. Questions asked by chair Kavalier, Ph.D., focused on mentors, how the panelists shape policy at their organizations, how to deal with stereotypes of women in leadership, their greatest career-decision yet and more. “Stereotypes are around us all the time,” said Lesley S. Hoffarth, executive director of Forest Park Forever. “The more women leaders there are, the more people will become used to women in power.” “The best decision I ever made was leaving
my previous job,” said Adrian E. Bracy, CEO of the YWCA. “I wanted to do something more as far as giving back. I wanted to make a greater impact in the lives of women and girls. I believe I am living my purpose right now.” Questions from the audience had a strong focus on Millennials in the workplace; how they can become leaders in their fields, advice from the panelists to them and also how these powerful women manage to balance both work and personal lives. “The workforce is changing so much, the opportunities for women are limitless,” said Loria Eaton, president of Nextgen Information Systems. “Don’t hesitate to surround yourself with people who support you,” said Marie-Hélène Bernard, CEO of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. “People love to be asked for advice.” The mission of Democracy Days is “to examine the history, health and functioning of democracy in America and abroad.” The multiday forum has been held annually at SCC since September 2001. All events are free and open to the public.
City of St. Charles School District superintendent announces retirement
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On the evening of Sept. 15, the City of St. Charles School District Board of Education accepted the retirement letter of District Superintendent Dr. Jeff Marion, effective June 30, 2018. “This was a hard decision for me,” said Marion. “I love this district and have enjoyed enormous support from staff, parents and the board of education. I’ve said it many times, there is no place I would rather be superintendent. That is still true. I love my job and couldn’t be more proud of our district.” Marion cited a desire to spend more time with his family as the influencing factor motivating this decision. “For me, the timing is right,” said Marion. “We have strong leadership in place and I have complete faith that the board of education will hire the perfect candidate to be the next superintendent of the City of St. Charles School District.” Marion has been with the City of St. Charles School District for nine and a half years, with the last five and a half
coming as district superintendent. Under his direction, the district has passed two bond issues and one tax levy, seen significant growth in the STEM fields, created a fiscal stability within the district that has been recognized and awarded by the Association of School Business Officials International and made vast improvements in technology infrastructure and district communications. Marion’s leadership and vision was integral to the creation of the Early Childhood Center, which plans to open in August of 2018. “Dr. Marion has been one of most respected and successful superintendents I’ve had the opportunity to work with,” said Dr. Donna Towers, vice president of the City of St. Charles School District Board of Education and member of the board during Marion’s entire tenure as district superintendent. “Because of his vision and guidance, our district has a strong, secure financial base
Photo courtesy City of St. Charles School District City of St. Charles School District Superintendent Dr. Jeff Marion has announced his retirement, effective June 30, 2018.
and has a trusting, almost family-type, relationship of people working toward the common goal of what’s best for our children,” Towers said. The search for the next superintendent is already underway as the hired candidate will take over district leadership on July 1, 2018.
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‘Yeggs’ is a comic series about Robert and Bill, two rabbits who have opened their own egg franchise in the Midwest (St. Louis area). We follow their day to day lives, watching as they go about the hectic task of preparing for their one big day every year. Along the way they have adventures filled with fun, comic doings and pathos.
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Bear in Mind Can you think of anything sweeter than bears? Let’s think…teddy bears, Care Bears, Yogi and Boo Boo or loveable Baloo, not to mention everyone’s favorite, huggable and snuggable, Winniethe-Pooh. All so likable and gentle? No nay, I say! Forget about that myth. It’s all been a big fat steaming heap of lies! Recently my husband and I took a daring chance with life and limb and ventured into the wilds. Yes, we entered Wally-mart during back-to-school weekend. Holy sweet mother of panic! We got out of there fast with our groceries and headed to the safety of bear-infested Yellowstone. Be warned, the souvenir shops push falsehoods when they display those adorable, bewhiskered smiling cubs wearing silly hats and clutching beehives. Fact: bears are mad ravenous, toothy carnivores, which will track you down from the polar regions of the Antarctic at the whiff of a ham sandwich and thoroughly debone you then toss your remains on whole wheat and down it with shots of honey! Furthermore, bears are ferocious, sharp-fanged, furry land sharks not to be trifled with. They are at the top of the food chain – two notches above Godzilla and one step above that creepy flesh-eating creature on “Alien.” So said the park ranger. This is made apparent upon entering the park sanctuary. We were immediately alerted to the fact that we would soon…die. Signage was posted every few feet reminding all to, Be Bear Aware, and to carry bear-stunning spray at all times and for
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the sweet love of life, turn around before it’s too late! Because of this, extreme precautions had to be taken. Camp sights must be devoid of all signs and sniffs of food. No picnic table leftovers of any kind, no dishes, camp stoves, garbage or even water containers could be left out. All camps were to be hermetically sealed and hygienically cleaned before leaving for the day or when preparing to retire for the night. As well, bodies had to be thoroughly scoured with turpentine and Clorox, then set ablaze to ensure no human smell of any kind emitted for the rabid beasts to detect. We stayed for a full five days and saw some bumbling bison and a few hostile chipmunks, but not one sign of the elusive, ferocious bear for photo purposes. We then headed back to Wally-mart. The prospects of encountering wild animals were much better there. 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.
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Photo courtesy Wentzville School District Stone Creek Elementary was one of 13 schools in the greater St. Louis area selected to participate in the St. Louis Art Fair’s inaugural Student Art Aficionado Program.
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Stone Creek Elementary, which opened this year in the Wentzville School District, was one of 13 schools in the greater St. Louis area selected to participate in the St. Louis Art Fair’s inaugural Student Art Aficionado Program. The St. Louis Art Fair received a $30,000 grant from the PNC Foundation to support the new program, which exposes young students to the world of art through classroom exercises and discussions, culminating in an actual art purchase for their school. “Through Art Aficionados, students engage in a robust exploration of the many facets of art – as a personal preference, as a reflection of culture, and as a business,” said St. Louis Art Fair Deputy Director Laura Miller. “Students can then apply their recently acquired knowledge in a hands-on art buying opportunity at the St. Louis Art Fair.” All fifth and sixth grade students at Stone Creek learned about the St. Louis Art Fair, the process of artists being juried into the show, art show etiquette and how to select and purchase
art for a specific space or purpose. Students had the opportunity to look through the online catalog of artists featured in this year’s St. Louis Art Fair to provide ideas for the class representatives to consider purchasing at the show. Sixth graders Mary Becker, Ava Heideman and Jeric Sutterfield were selected by Stone Creek Art Teacher and WSD Lead Art Teacher Hester Menier to represent the school and attend the 2017 St. Louis Art Fair on Sept. 9 where they were given a budget and selected four pieces of art for Stone Creek Elementary to keep and display as well as three pieces for the St. Louis Art Fair’s permanent travelling collection. “The kids had such a great time at the show,” shared Menier. “They worked collaboratively as they negotiated with artists, asked quality questions and handled the paperwork, working within their budget. I was one very proud teacher!” Mary, Ava, and Jeric joined Menier to present their selections at an art showcase on Sept. 28 at the Third Degree Glass Factory in St. Louis.
Eight FHSD seniors selected as National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists The Francis Howell School District is proud to announce that eight FHSD students have been named semifinalists in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program. These seniors are among 16,000 semifinalists chosen as part of this annual academic competition. The semifinalists, who were selected based on scores on a PSAT qualifying test, will compete for 7,500 scholarships worth more than $32 million. The FHSD Semifinalists are, from Francis Howell High School, Claire Frank, Jessica Huitsing, Laurie Lee and Erin Zhang, and from Francis Howell North High School Madeline Fields, Noah Slaughter, Caitlind Walker and Daniel Xiang. “We are very proud of our high school students who perform so well on the PSAT and qualify to be included in this prestigious group,” said Superintendent Dr. Mary Hendricks-Harris. “This is a very rigorous process, and they still have much work to do in order to be selected as finalists. We also appreciate that these scholarships are based on more than just test scores, and these students are all very active in their schools and community as well.”
The nationwide pool of semifinalists represents less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors and includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state. To become a finalist, these students must submit a detailed scholarship application, which includes information about their academic record, participation is school and community activities, leadership abilities, employment, and honors and awards received. A semifinalist must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed by a high school administrator, write an essay and earn an SAT score that confirms the earlier test performance. In addition to scholarships awarded by the non-profit National Merit Scholarship Program, more than 200 corporations will provide almost 1,000 corporate-sponsored awards. Colleges and universities will finance some 4,000 college-sponsored Merit Scholarship awards for Finalists who will attend the sponsor institution. For more information, please visit www. nationalmerit.org.
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Curves St. Charles celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting Owner Vicki Allin, manager Rhea Cox and assistant manager Sheri Ingrassia celebrated the grand opening of Curves St. Charles with a ribbon cutting on Sept. 28. Also joining in the celebration were city of St. Charles representatives David Leezer and Travis Wilson, Molly Dempsey with St. Charles County Government and board members and ambassadors with the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. While Curves St. Charles has been an established business on the north end of St. Charles
for many years, they’re recently celebrating their new ownership with Vicki Allin as well as their new location on Elm Street, next to Dollar Tree. Curves offers women a 30- minute full body workout. By utilizing Curves Complete, women get a fully personalized weight loss solution that includes the Curves Fitness Program, customizable meal plans and one-on-one coaching and support. For more information on Curves St. Charles please contact by phone at 636-946-2878.
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Housing program receives boost The Cuivre River Electric Community Trust Board has awarded a $6,000 Operation Round Up grant to Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service for their housing assistance program. The purpose of the organization’s housing assistance program is to protect families, especially children, senior citizens and disabled individuals, from the despair, hopelessness and social injustice caused by poverty. Sts. Joachim and Ann is one of the only agencies in the region with the ability to work with families and individuals through the intensive process of case management. They assess, plan, facilitate, advocate, educate and coordinate care of each person or family served to meet their specific housing need. The agency assists 6,000 individuals each year. Eligible clients participate in intensive, long-term case management through the agency’s social service team who will work with them to develop tools and resources to increase their chances of becoming self-reliant. Case management assists and coordinates after-care planning, budgeting, credit repair, career counseling and other services identified as being critical
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Submitted photo Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service was awarded a $6,000 Operation Round Up grant. Pictured (from left) are Doug Steinmeyer, Cuivre River Electric Trust board member; Linda Yates, Sts. Joachim and Ann manager of grant development and Jack Lipin, Sts. Joachim and Ann executive director.
for the household’s success. To learn more about the housing assistance program and other services, visit www.jacares. org or call 636-441-1302. Sts. Joachim and Ann, located at 4116 McClay Road in St. Charles, assists qualified residents of St. Charles, Lincoln and Warren counties. Earlier this summer, Sts. Joachim and Ann had a photo exhibit titled “In Plain Sight – Homelessness Exposed” on display at St. Peters Cultural Art Centre. The project showcased photographs taken by homeless individuals in the region in an
effort to raise awareness about poverty. The photos can be viewed at inplainsight.live. The goal of Operation Round Up is to help address needs in the areas of health, education, home weatherization, youth, community and emergency services that cannot be met with other resources. More than $5 million have been awarded to applicants since the Operation Round Up program began in 1997. For more information or to download an application form, visit www.cuivre.com, call 800-392-3709, ext. 4837 or email tschmidt@cuivre.com.
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St. Charles County approves expansion for Nike facility in Missouri Research Park St. Charles County has approved a 75,000-square-foot expansion for Nike Air Manufacturing Innovation (Nike Air MI), a subsidiary of Nike Inc. The company is located in the county’s Missouri Research Park in Weldon Spring, near the intersection of I-64 and Highway 94. Originally founded in 1964 as Tetra Plastics, the company was purchased by Nike in 1991, and moved to its present location in 1995. Today, the Nike Air MI facility is 222,575 square feet, has approximately 640 full-time employees, and produces Nike Air products sold around the world. “Nike Air Manufacturing Innovation is part of the strong and growing plastics sector in St. Charles County,” says St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann. “We appreciate its growing presence, global impact and commitment to our county and the region.” Earlier this month, the St. Charles County Planning & Zoning Commission approved Nike
Air MI’s concept plan for the 75,000 square foot expansion, and currently is reviewing construction plans. Plans are for a groundbreaking in late October; construction will take about 18 months. The Missouri Research Park is the first business park in the St. Louis region to market exclusively to technology-intensive and research-based companies. The 200-acre development, which began in 1986, has been a catalyst for expansion along the I-64 high-tech corridor in St. Charles County. The park is nearly at capacity with tenants in addition to Nike Air MI. Natoli Engineering, Inc., ABF International, Federal Aviation Administration, EMD Millipore, the National Weather Service, Zoltek Corporation and more also are located in the park. For more information about the local economy, please contact the St. Charles County Department of Workforce & Business Development at 636-255-6060, or visit http://www.sccmo.org/ workforce.
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Sports
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Lindenwood University’s athletic department held an induction ceremony into their hall of fame at the Scheidegger Center on the campus with Assistant Athletics Director for Communications Mike Morgan as the emcee at the event. A total of seven new inductees were at the ceremony Saturday evening. The five individuals inducted were wrestling’s Chris Chionuma, volleyball’s Mike Emerick, softball’s Aubrey Moss, basketball’s Kramer Soderberg, and football’s Logen Wright. Also inducted were the national championship 2005 men’s track and field team, and the school’s equestrian program. Chionuma was a three-time member of the Lindenwood wrestling team from 2008-2011 and was a three-time NAIA All-American, twotime national finalist, and the 2011 NAIA National Champion at 174 pounds. He helped Lindenwood win the 2009 NAIA Team National Championship, and finish second in 2011. Emerick was a member of the men’s volleyball team from 2007-2011 and was a three-year starter at the libero position and a two-time conference Libero of the Year. He is the school’s all-time career leader in digs with 1,124, nearly 200 more than the next closest player. Emerick played a key role in Lindenwood winning the 2009 national championship. He won the 2009 NAIA Men’s Volleyball Sportsman of the Year award, and was a two-time Academic All-District selection. Moss was a pitcher for the softball team from 2008-2011and she was a three-time first-team all-HAAC selection. She ended her career with 45 wins, eight saves, and a 2.31 ERA and reached double-figure wins in each of her four seasons, including 13 as a senior. Moss was a leader on the 2008 team that reached the NAIA National Tournament.
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Soderberg was a member of the Lindenwood men’s basketball team from 2010-2012 and in his one season in the NAIA, he was a thirdteam All-American, first-team all-HAAC, and HAAC Newcomer of the Year. He led the Lions to a conference championship and to the second round of the NAIA National Tournament. Soderberg led Lindenwood to a 28-3 record during its transition season, and a win in the Independent National Championship. He was the first first-team Academic All-American in Lindenwood athletics history. Wright was a member of the Lions football team from 2005-2009 and was the team leader for some of the best teams in program history. He was a four-time team captain, threetime first-team all-conference selection, and two-time All-American. He helped the Lions win two conference championships, and was a member of the 2008 national semifinalist and 2009 national finalist squads. The 2005 men’s track and field team won the HAAC indoor and outdoor championships, and also won the NAIA Indoor National Championships. The outdoor team finished third nationally, and the 4x100 team won a NAIA championship. The equestrian program existed from 1934 to 1981. In 1954, Lindenwood Sports Hall of Fame member Fern Bittner took charge of the program and continued to run it until it was discontinued. In 1968, Lindenwood built a 40-stall stable for the horses. This is now the Lindenwood Field House. When the program ended in 1981, it was the only equestrian program in the United States that taught men. Lindenwood President Michael D. Shonrock and Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Brad Wachler both spoke at the event and helped with the inductions. ~~~Well deserved
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.
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A fresh tailgate menu Take your tailgating game to new heights this season with fresh dishes that are easy to make and serve, whether your tailgating tradition takes place at the game or at home. Fast prep times and short ingredient lists make these recipes a cinch to prepare in advance and have ready to go as soon as you reach the parking lot or before guests arrive. The star ingredients are naturally hardwoodsmoked sausages and seasoned deli meats from Eckrich, which offers a variety of smoked sausage flavors in traditional ropes and bun-length links as well as gluten-free deli meats such as Black Forest ham and
oven-roasted turkey, all with just the right blend of seasonings for a rich, savory taste. You can switch up the flavors of these recipes by subbing in different varieties of smoked sausage, such as replacing the original rope-style smoked sausage with Eckrich Jalapeno & Cheddar Links. The rollups are also easy to customize for guests using any type of deli meat, and they’re easy to enjoy on the go if you need a quick bite on the way to the stadium. Find more game-day recipes at Eckrich.com.
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Potato Salad with Smoked Sausage Cook time: 30 minutes | Servings: 6
I ngredients: 3/4 regular size package smoked sausage, halved lengthwise, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices 3 small red potatoes (about 2 1/2 pounds), cooked and quartered 1 can (4 ounces) pitted ripe olives, drained and halved 2 cups Italian dressing 1 green onion, sliced (about 1/4 cup) 1 clove garlic, minced 2 teaspoons ground black pepper Directions: In large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in potatoes; cook until heated through, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
Grilled Sausage Skewer Sandwiches Cook time: 15 minutes | Servings: 6
Ingredients: 1 regular size package smoked sausage 1 small red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 red bell pepper, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces 6 wooden skewers, 10 inches long 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing, divided 6 bolillo or sandwich rolls, split 1 avocado, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices 1/4 cup cilantro leaves Directions: Heat grill to medium-high. Cut sausage into 1/2-inch thick slices. Thread sausage, onion and bell peppers alternately onto skewers. Brush 1/4 cup salad dressing on skewered sausage and vegetables. Grill until sausage is golden brown and vegetables are crisp-tender, about 10 minutes, turning once. Brush remaining salad dressing on rolls. Fill rolls with grilled sausage and vegetables. Divide avocado and cilantro onto each. Tip: To broil sausage rather than grill, heat broiler to medium-high,
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follow the same skewer preparation instructions and broil about 10 minutes, or until sausage is golden brown and vegetables are crisptender. Add olives, dressing, onions, garlic and pepper; mix lightly.
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Crossword: HOLLYWOOD ACROSS 1. *____ Jessica Parker 6. Bag, in Paris 9. Diplomat’s forte 13. Opposite of cathode 14. *”Chinatown” sequel: “The ____ Jakes” 15. Chocolate tree 16. Considering everything 17. Pro vote 18. Sleep spoiler? 19. *Famous filmmaker Cecil 21. *”The Jazz Singer” was the first one 23. “To Kill a Mockingbird” recluse 24. *Cary Grant in “His ____ Friday” 25. FedEx competitor 28. Family room staple 30. *Hollywood, a.k.a. ____town 35. Not kosher 37. Perfect houseplant spot 39. Mother-of-pearl 40. Tiny amount 41. _____ Island, NY 43. Pre-college school 44. Opposite of rappel 46. *Japanese American actor with star on Hollywood Blvd.
47. Religious offshoot 48. Trojan hero 50. Superbright 52. Pilot’s deadline 53. “____ we forget” 55. Ballerina’s support 57. *Famous boulevard 60. *Grauman’s ____ Theatre 64. A mood disorder 65. Before 67. Did not smell good 68. Discrimination against seniors 69. Immeasurable period 70. Fear-inspiring 71. *Scorcese and De Niro flick 72. “____ the wild rumpus begin!” 73. Goes down DOWN 1. Aforementioned 2. *Hathaway or Bancroft 3. Knock about 4. Impromptu 5. How-do-you-dos 6. Eye affliction 7. Leave speechless 8. Raccoon’s South American cousin
9. *Feature film actors first did it in the 1920s 10. Antioxidant-rich berry 11. Kind of package 12. *Director Ford or actor Hanks 15. Summon one to enter 20. *Clint Eastwood’s “Every Which Way but ____” 22. *Motion picture, a visual ____ form 24. Dandy 25. Carthage’s ancient rival 26. Proletarian, for short 27. Become established 29. *The industry 31. Takes a siesta 32. Rocks at mountain base 33. Upright 34. Former Greek coin 36. *Walk of ____ 38. Facebook button 42. Truth, in the olden days 45. Type of fir 49. “Savvy?” 51. Made noise 54. Stainless stuff 56. *Bruce Lee’s “____ the Dragon” 57. *”Hollywood ____” by brother of 19
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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS Oct. 4: Free concert
Music lovers everywhere, bring your family out for free fun this fall during the new Concerts in the Park series at the Youth Activity Park at 7801 Hwy N. in Dardenne Prairie from 6 - 8:30 p.m. The Anita Rosamond Duo will perform. Picnic baskets are welcome; however, no alcohol or glass containers are allowed into the park. A concession stand is open during the concerts. The 25-acre “extreme” sports park and all its amenities is open for use during the concerts. Those wishing to use the skate park and rock wall must have a season pass or pay the daily entry fee of $5 for children and $8 for adults. Helmets are required and a waiver must be completed by a parent or guardian. Registration for the concerts is not required. For more information, call the park at 636-5614963 or visit stccparks.org.
Oct. 6-7: Mystery dinner theater
The Western St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce is hosting their Seventh Annual Mystery Dinner Theater Oct. 6 and Oct. 7. The cast will be performing – “I’m Getting Murdered in the Morning” by Lee Mueller. The event will be held at Heritage of Hawk Ridge located at 235 Pigeon Dr. in Lake St. Louis. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the play starts at 7 p.m. Admission is $35 per person. Admission includes dinner, wine, beer, tea, soda, dessert and a show-stopping performance. For reservations contact the Western St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce at 636-327-6914 or please visit them online at http:// www.gowscc.com. Seating is limited, so please make your reservations early because tickets sell out fast.
Oct. 7: Stroll for a Goal
Stroll for a Goal one mile or 5Kwalk/ fun run takes place at Cottleville Legacy Park, Pavilion A from 8 a.m. –
noon. Cost is $25 per individual and $35 per family. Pre-walk yoga stretch and post-walk refreshments, raffle and silent auction will take place and there will be a fire truck tour for children. Pets are welcome. All proceeds to benefit HavenHouse. This local charity provides the comfort of home and community of support to patients of all ages with any medical condition and their family members traveling more than 25 miles to receive care. HavenHouse provides lodging, two meals a day, transportation to 19 St. Louis regional medical facilities, and around-the-clock support services. Event registration and additional information about HavenHouse can be found on their website at www.havenhousestl.org.
Oct. 7: Chili cook-off
St. Robert Bellarmine Parish is hosting a chili cook-off from 6 - 9 pm. Activities include: chili tasting/judging, kids’ corner, entertainment by “Let’s Groove” and from the kitchen all-ucan-eat chili, hot dogs and desserts. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children (ages 6-11) and children ages 5 and under are free. Tickets are only $7 for adults if purchased by Oct. 1. For ticket info please call Fran at 636-5794578. St. Robert Bellarmine is located at 1424 South First Capitol Dr. in St. Charles.
Oct. 7: Lake St. Louis Police Department open house
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The Lake Saint Louis Police Department would like to invite you and your family to the Lake Saint Louis Police Department Community Open House at the Lake Saint Louis Police Department at 200 Civic Center Drive in Lake Saint Louis from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Police, fire, EMS, animal control, SWAT, St. Charles County Prosecutor and The Child Center will be on display. Station tours, meet-and-greet with the new chief of police, plenty of photo ops, food and drink and much more.
Oct. 7: Bake and crafts sale
A bake and crafts sale takes place at Grace Gardens Apartments at 116 W Pitman St. in O’Fallon from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will also be a 50/50 raffle.
Oct. 7: Bonfire and hayride
Second annual free bonfire and hayride will take place from 5 – 8 p.m. at Dardenne Presbyterian Church at 7400 South Outer Road 364 in Dardenne Prairie. This will be an evening of hayrides, bounce houses and live music while grilling your own hot dog and roasting marshmallows for your s’mores at one of the many fire pits. The hot dogs, snacks, drinks and makings for the s’mores will be provided. All you have to do is come with a stick to cook your hot dog and marshmallows and a blanket or chair to sit on. Please register by Oct. 2 at dpc4u.org/bonfire or by calling the church at 636-561-4347.
Oct. 7: Bunco
Bunco 4 Babies Fundraiser will be held at Saint Patrick Parish at 405 S. Church Street in Wentzville at 6 p.m. All proceeds will go to assist the moms and babies in our community that the parish helps. Cost is $25 per person. Bring your own drinks. There will be snacks, jokes, desserts and prizes. Top prize is $100 gift card to a Wentzville business. Call the parish office to reserve your spot at 636-327-8170.
Oct. 7: Wentzville living history event
Wentzville living history event celebrating the years 1855-1955 will take place from 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. at Old Towne East Main (by the Caboose) in Wentzville. The emphasis is on Wentzville’s amazing history with living/ period entertainment, food, games, music, arts and crafts. Value the rich educational experience and view our history in the making. Wanting and anticipating your participation in
dressing for the celebration. Plan to enjoy Civil War reenactments, history booths/games, vendor booths – local homemade food, arts and crafts, children’s scavenger hunt, stage entertainment to include educational experiences with wide varieties of music with special guests.
Oct. 7: Sunset family dog walk
Bring the family, a flashlight and your furry friend to the park for a sunset walk at Towne Park near Wentzville. Cost is $2 per family and all proceeds benefit the St. Charles County Pet Adoption Center. Led by St. Charles County Park Rangers, the Sunset Family Dog Walk is from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. and promotes family interaction through movement and exercise with your dog. This fun program begins at the paved trail at shelter #1 in Towne Park, located off the Farris Rd. exit at I-61 near Wentzville. Participants will walk at a moderate pace after hours in the park. Pre-registration required. Call or visit the St. Charles County Parks and Registration Department at 636-949-7535 or www.stccparks.org to register. To ensure everyone’s safety, participants walking a dog should be 16 years of age or older and in control of the dog at all times.
Oct. 7: Trunk or treat
The St. Charles Community College Foundation, SCC Student Activities and Cottleville-Weldon Spring Chamber of Commerce are partnering up to host the first annual Trunktoberfest from 4 - 8 p.m. on the college’s Red Parking Lot. This fun, free Halloween event will have trick-or-treating, kidfriendly activities, food trucks and an outdoor screening of the film “Hocus Pocus” starting at sundown on the Technology Building lawn. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and food. Free popcorn will be provided, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. The rain location is the College Center gymnasium, accessible from the Yellow Parking Lot near the campus’ Southwest Entrance. Trunk-or-treat is provided by St. Charles Community College organizations and Food Truck Frolic sponsors and vendors. Hosting a trunk and passing out candy is not open to the public. For more information, contact Caitlin Keele at 636-9228437 or ckeele@stchas.edu or Mandi Smith at 636-922-8469 or asmith@ stchas.edu.
Oct. 9: Charity golf tournament
The Second Annual Golftoberfest Fundraiser takes place at Old Hickory Golf Club. Shoes & Hope and the Cottleville/Weldon Spring Chamber invite you to play golf and/or sponsor this fun event. Event begins with a 10 a.m. shotgun start. Cost of $125 includes golf, lunch and awards reception. For more information call Christy at 314-583-0538.
Oct. 13: Charity fundraiser
The Knights of Columbus William Pezold Council #7198 and the Ladies Auxiliary are hosting “A Knight at the Races.” This is a joint fundraiser to benefit local charities. The event will be held at the Pezold Banquet Center at 5701 Highway N in Cottleville. Doors open at 6 p.m. and races begin at 7 p.m. Admission is $20 per person, for more information or to register email horseraceoct13@gmail.com
Oct. 13: Trivia night
Marvel vs DC Trivia Night from your O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce and Industries takes place at the Trigg Banquet Center at 300 O’Fallon Plaza. You get 10 rounds of intense, mind-blowing trivia from a variety of categories, mulligans, and all the beer and soda you can drink. Bring your own snacks. Decorate your table. Dress the part of your favorite Marvel or DC hero or villain because a prize will be award for best individual costume. A cash bar for wine and liquor will be available. Doors open
at 6 p.m., game starts at 7 p.m. Then the price is $200. No outside drinks of any type allowed. Must be 21 and up to play. For more information go to http://www.ofallonchamber.org/ trivia.html.
Oct. 13: Trivia night
Church of the Transfiguration proudly presents trivia night at the Elks Lodge at 1163 Tom Ginnever in O’Fallon. Proceeds will help support Transfiguration’s outreach ministries and programs. There will be a special raffle for two season tickets to the Fabulous Fox Theatre Broadway Series. Admission is $160 for a table of eight. Drinks are included, no outside beverages allowed. To purchase a table or for more information email fundraiser@transfigurationchurch.org.
Oct. 13: RSC’s Rec-or-Treat Movie and Anniversary Party
Kids, come dressed for Halloween and meet “Toy Story” characters Woody and Jessie, and watch Disney’s Pixar’s Halloween special, “Toy Story of Terror” (TV-PG) from 5 – 8 p.m. at Renaud Spirit Center (RSC) at 2650 Tri Sports Circle in O’Fallon. Free admission, parking, activities and movie showings. Party highlights include free Halloween-themed treats, crafts, games, prizes, face painting, a balloon artist, a bounce house, and an open swim (so don’t forget your suit!). Music by a D.J., free Zumba classes, raffles, drawings and giveaways will add to the fun. For more information visit www.renaudspiritcenter.com/ rec-or-treat.
Oct. 13-15: Theater performance
Young People’s Theatre will perform “You Ain’t Nothin’ but a Werewolf ” at 7 p.m. Oct. 13, and Oct. 14; and 2 p.m. Oct. 14, and Oct. 15, in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building theater on the St. Charles Community College campus. The campus is located at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased at stchastickets.com or by calling 636922-8233.
Oct. 14: Free outdoor movie
Grab your blankets and chairs and join the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department for a free movie night this fall with “Hotel Transylvania” at Klondike Park at 4600 Highway 94 S., near Augusta. The movie begins at sunset. The Halloween movie is showing at shelter # 3. This animated classic is perfect for all ages and is a great activity for families camping in the park. Guests can bring their own food and beverages to snacks, but no glass. For more information about the movies in the park, visit www.stccparks.org or call the Parks Department at 636-949-7535.
Oct. 14: O’Fallon’s Fall Run (5K and 10K) and Pirate Costume Contest
Get your day off to an energetic start with an early-morning walk, jog or run through O’Fallon’s neighborhoods with this family-friendly race featuring a free runners’ costume contest from 7 – 8:30 a.m. with start and finish lines at O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall) at 100 North Main Street in O’Fallon. The event is for all ages. Early registration through Sept. 11 is $15 for the 5K and $20 for the 10K. Registration Sept. 12 – Oct. 13 is $18 per person for the 5K and $23 for the 10K. Race Day registration (6–6:45 a.m.) is $20 for the 5K and $25 for the 10K. Online registration and information can be found at www.ofallon. mo.us/fall-run. Or, register in person through Oct. 13 at the O’Fallon Parks and Recreation Administration Office at 400 Civic Park Drive. The office is open Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Oct. 14: Craft expo
Craft expo at Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 8945 Veterans Parkway takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • October 4, 2017 Lunch is available. There will be a bake sale and a great variety of products. This is a fundraiser for River Roads Lutheran School. Booths are $25 and tables available $5. Spaces still available.
Oct. 15: Country music concert
The Gateway Country Music Summer Show, featuring Traditional Country Music with a host of great singers and the GCMA band Route 67, will take place at 2:30 p.m. at the Wentzville Holt High School in the C H Jones Auditorium at 600 Campus Dr. in Wentzville. All veterans are invited to attend free. For tickets call Beverly McManus at 636-384-0916 or Dean Raymer at 636-795-2014. Tickets are $10 and can also be purchased at the door.
Oct. 15: Sausage supper
12th Annual Sausage Supper (and roast beef too) takes place from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. at New Fellowship Hall at St. John United Church of Christ at 405 S 5th St. in St. Charles. There will be a quilt raffle, 50/50 raffle and fresh sausage, bacon and smoked pork chops for sale in the market. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children. For tickets call 636-946-0961 or purchase day of event. For more information visit www.stjohnucc.org.
Oct. 15: Financial aid event
St. Charles Community College will host FAFSA Frenzy from 2 - 4 p.m. on the first floor of the Technology Building on SCC’s campus in Cottleville. FAFSA Frenzy makes applying for financial aid easier by providing students with free help filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, the first step in applying for federal financial aid and many state programs. At the event, families will be able to complete the 2018-19 FAFSA on-site and obtain valuable information from financial aid professionals. Students attending a FAFSA Frenzy event can enter for a chance to win a scholarship for the 2018 fall enrollment in a Missouri postsecondary program. To find additional information about this event or to locate additional event sites, visit http://dhe. mo.gov/ppc/ffsites.php or http://dhe. mo.gov/ppc/fafsafrenzyforstudents. php.
Oct. 16: Beer tasting
The Child Center, Inc. invites members of the general public to sample a variety of great tasting beers and savory appetizers in a pleasant atmosphere at their Second Annual Beer Tasting. The “Cheers!” Beer Tasting will take place at Friendship Brewing Company located at 100 E. Pitman Road in Wentzville starting at 6 p.m. The evening will include a flight of four Friendship Brewing Company beers and an assortment of savory appetizers from the Friends with Benefits Bistro. Guests will be able to mix and mingle and participate in the silent auction, raffle, and games throughout the evening. Additional beverages will be available for purchase. Seating is limited, so attendees are urged to purchase tickets early. All proceeds will benefit The Child Center, Inc.’s mission of responding to child abuse through a supportive team approach to reduce trauma to children and their non-offending family members. Persons must be 21 years of age to attend and the admission fee per person is $50. To purchase a ticket please visit www.thechildcenter.com/beer-tasting or for more information please contact Linda Buschman at 636-332-0899 or lbuschman@cacnemo.org.
Oct. 16: Art competition
All artists, amateur and professional, are invited to be a part of St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre’s “Night Sky” All Media Art Show and Competition from Oct. 19-Dec. 17. All works submitted must contain an element of a night sky. The show is open to youth and adult, amateur and professional artists. Prizes will be awarded.
The cost to enter as an Arts Centre member is $15 for up to four pieces. Non-members can submit up to three pieces for $20. The youth entry fee is $5 per piece. Artwork will be received on Oct. 16, between 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Go online to www.stpetersmo.net/arts to download copies of the entry form and cards to accompany your entries. There will not be an opening reception for this show. For more information on this show, call 636-397-6903, ext. 1624, or visit www.stpetersmo. net/arts. The St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre is located inside St. Peters City Hall at One St. Peters Centre Blvd. in St. Peters.
Oct. 16: Call for artists
St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre invites all artists to clean out their inventories at the “8th Annual $100 or Less Art Show and Sale,” coming up Oct. 19Dec. 17, at the Cultural Arts Centre located inside St. Peters City Hall at One St. Peters Centre Blvd. in St. Peters. All works submitted must be priced at $100 or less. The sale and show will give buyers an opportunity to pick up some unique artwork at affordable prices, just in time for the holidays. The cost to enter is $5 per piece. Artwork will be received from 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Oct. 16, at St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre. For more information on this show, call 636-397-6903, ext. 1624, or visit http://www.stpetersmo.net/arts.
Oct. 17: Free Halloween concert
Enjoy the haunting sights and sounds of the St. Charles County Symphony for a special Halloween Concert at 7 p.m. at the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre. Orchestra members will get dressed up in costume to deliver this free concert that the entire family will enjoy. Kids in costume get to parade around and will receive a special treat. St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre is located in the west wing of St. Peters City Hall at One St. Peters Centre Blvd., in St. Peters. For more information, call 636-397-6903, ext. 1624 or visit www. stpetersmo.net.
Oct. 20: Entertainment workshop
Andrew Kuhlman, associate producer at Stages St. Louis, presents “I Wanna be a Producer,” a free workshop for anyone who wants to learn more about the business-end of show business. It is free to attend. The workshop will be held from 1 - 5 p.m in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building Room 102, on the St. Charles Community College campus. Parking for patrons is free in the campus Blue and Yellow lots. For more information, contact Lynne Snyder at lsnyder@stchas.edu or 636-9228352.
Oct. 20: Fish fry
A fish fry with fish, potatoes, mac and cheese, coleslaw, bread and cinnamon balls will take place at St. Paul’s UCC church in Defiance. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids 12-and-under, kids five-and-under are free. The event is all you can eat.
Oct. 21: Halloween carnival
The city of St. Peters will host its annual Halloween Carnival from 4 - 6 p.m., at the HES Operations Building at 135 Ecology Drive, behind Recycle City. This year for the first time, the event is free to the public. Register now, spots are limited. All participants, both adults and children, must register in advance. The St. Peters Halloween Carnival gives families a chance to enjoy games, crafts, treats, hayrides (weather permitting), plenty of photo opportunities, and a dinner of hot dogs, chips and a drink. Pre-register at the Rec-Plex, 5200 Mexico Road, online using the Rec-Connect feature at www.stpetersmo.net/rec-connect, or by calling 636-939-2386, ext. 1400. Registration ends Oct. 19 or when the event is full. Registration will not be accepted at the event. To reach the HES Operations Building, take Mid Rivers Mall Drive north of I-70 and
turn right on Ecology Drive. Drive to the end of Ecology, turn left and follow the signs to the HES Operations Building behind the Recycle City building.
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Oct. 21: Gospel concert
Fairmount GB Church at 2299 Saint Peters Howell Rd. in St. Peters will begin the evening with Free Homemade Deserts from 4 - 5:30 p.m. then will host the gospel singers Wanda Mountain Boys at 6 p.m. For more information call 636-498-4475.
Oct. 21: Breast cancer awareness event
A breast cancer awareness event takes place from 1 – 6 p.m. at Royal Kutz Salon at 23 O’Fallon Square in O’Fallon. The salon is open for business from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. There will be food, drinks, prizes and more. They are currently taking donations to support local foundations.
Oct. 22: Dinner and craft show
Holy Rosary in Warrenton will be hosting its Fall Dinner and Craft Show featuring all you can eat pork sausage and turkey with all of the trimmings from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at 724 E. Booneslick Rd. in Warrenton. Cost for adults is $12, children (six-12) is $5 and children under six are free in dining room only; carry-outs/drive-thru cost is $12. Credit cards are accepted. Buy your dinner tickets online at holyrosarywm.com and you could win a prize. There will be a country store, quilt/cash raffle, gift basket raffle, pulltab bingo, 50/50 and kids korner, and a $100 attendance prize. Any question please call Debbie at the parish office at 636-456-3698 Ext. 1.
Oct. 22: Food truck festival
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Mark your calendars now for the Fall Food Truck Fun Festival at Cornerstone United Methodist Church at 1151 Tom Ginnever Avenue from 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. There will be food trucks,(food available for purchase) a hayride, classic cars, bounce houses, princesses, Jeff the Juggler and displays by St. Charles County Police and O’Fallon Fire Department. Food available for purchase, all other activities/displays are free! Contact Greg Evans Grege@cornerstoneofallon.org with questions.
Oct. 26: Graveyard tour
As the bewitching season approaches, you are invited to the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre’s next day trip, “Touchstones to Our Past.” The day will be spent visiting some of St. Louis’ most famous graveyards. Enjoy a lunch at Grbic restaurant, which specializes in European and Balkan cuisine. The bus departs from the west parking lot of St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd., at 8 a.m. and returns at approximately 4 p.m. This tour involves very little walking. The cost is $79 and includes transportation, lunch, gratuities and donations. For more information on this and future trips, go to www. stpetersmo.net/arts or call 636-3976903, ext. 1624. To register, visit www. stpetersmo.net/Rec-Connect.
Oct. 28: O’Fallon’s 17th Annual Make A Difference Day
Families, organizations and individuals are encouraged to participate in community volunteering at roadside, creek, park and military appreciation projects from 9–11 a.m.; lunch 11 a.m. – noon at various assigned locations in the city of O’Fallon. Help keep O’Fallon a clean environment where nature can thrive. To register, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/volunteer or call 636-379-5417.
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‘Wall Street’ thirty years later: is greed still good?
M O V I E By Steve Bryan
Oliver Stone’s “Wall Street” arrived in theaters 30 years ago during Ronald Reagan’s administration. Michael Douglas’ Academy Awardwinning performance as Gordon Gekko examined the attitudes of real-life financial players who focused on profits, not people. Appropriately enough, the film was released just months after Oct. 19, 1987, the day when financial markets around the world crashed. Recently, Fathom Events brought the film back to theaters for special anniversary screenings. It shows how some things have changed since Gekko first uttered the phrase “Greed, for lack of a better word, is good.” The iPhone was still 20 years away, so many executives – and Zack Morris in “Saved by the Bell” – used bulky “brick phones” to make calls. Having a mobile phone was a real sign of prestige and power at that time. The more things change, though, the more they stay the same. Michael Douglas’ character gathered inside information from various sources, recruiting Bud Fox (Charlie Sheen) to help him. With the right data, Gekko bought and sold stocks ahead of merger announcements and earnings reports. In real life, financier Ivan Boesky was arrested for insider trading and, years later, Martha Stewart was sent to prison for selling stock based on non-public information. Though regulators put more controls in place, high-flying financial players continue to take Gekko’s mantra to heart. Jordon Belfort, the subject of “The Wolf of Wall Street,” pushed low-valued “penny stocks” on investors to drive their prices up. Clients would buy the stocks while Belfort and his associates sold their own shares at a profit. His actions resulted in an estimated $200 million in losses for his customers. In the 1990’s, as Internet usage increased, many entrepreneurs started online companies that quickly went public. Their owners spent business capital on lavish offices and promoted their companies with expensive Super Bowl ads. Start-ups such as Amazon continue to thrive while others crashed and burned as the “dot com” bubble burst. Investors lost money and employees found themselves holding pink slips instead of stock options. Despite these lessons, Wall Street still set itself up for the 2008 financial crisis. Lenders made it easier for prospective homeowners to get mortgages, even with poor credit scores, but these turned out to
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be risky investments. Many borrowers could not make their monthly mortgage payments, especially after a rise in interest rates. Lehman Brothers, a long-established financial institution involved with “subprime mortgages,” filed for bankruptcy during the crisis. It no longer exists. Gordon Gekko’s speech about greed should have been a caution and warning for investors instead of a rallying cry for the likes of Jordan Belfort and Lehman Brothers. The cinematic “Wall Street” does make one wonder if there’s another financial bubble ready to burst. Photo courtesy of Twentieth Century Fox 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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