October 9, 2019
Baseball’s back in O’Fallon
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First St. Charles United Methodist Church celebrates consecration and grand opening. Pg. 5
School Independence Elementary teacher selected as a Missouri Teacher of the Year Finalist. Pg. 6
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Photo courtesy city of O’Fallon There will be a new energy inside CarShield Field. After saying goodbye to long-time tenants, the River City Rascals, the city of O’Fallon will have a new resident from the Prospect League.
A yet-to-be-named baseball franchise will move from Hannibal to replace the River City Rascals as the summer tenant of CarShield Field By Brett Auten As you would expect, on his third day on the job as the general manager of a yet-tobe-named baseball franchise, David Schmoll, was dealing with plenty of unknowns. “There’s a lot of new,” Schmoll said. “But the affordable entertainment will still be there. You’re going to have a lot of fun at the ballpark.” There will be a new energy inside CarShield Field. After saying goodbye to long-time tenants, the River City Rascals, the city of O’Fallon will have a new resident at 900 TR Hughes Blvd. The Hannibal Hoots were a team without a home last summer. The Prospect League squad was left with-
out a field following damage to Clemens Field during last spring and summer’s flooding. The franchise played its season in Quincy, Illinois. Now it will set up shop in O’Fallon, possibly under a new nickname. The Prospect League is an amateur summer league made up of all college players trying to showcase their skills to pro scouts. “(Prospect League) baseball has a lot of hustle. They are running everything out,” Schmoll said. “They’re working hard to get noticed and move on to the next level.” There are currently 12 teams and the league includes multiple teams from this part of the country, including five from Illinois and two from Missouri. “St. Louis is a hotbed for baseball talent,” Schmoll, who was GM for the Rascals during
its last season, said. “What we have in our backyard can play at this level and it will be part of our efforts when building the roster, which we have already started.” O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy called the stadium, “a true jewel,” of the city and is excited to have baseball there for years to come. Owner Richard DeStefane said O’Fallon is an ideal location for the Prospect League and the organization and is committed to becoming an integral part of the city and all of St. Charles County. The five-year lease with the city is for $125,000 a year, plus $10,000 annually in naming rights. DeStefane, who has a home in O’Fallon, purchased the branding rights of the Rascals but the new club may or may not keep the same name. See ‘BASEBALL’ page 2
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Photo courtesy city of O’Fallon Richard DeStefane, owner of the new Prospect League team that will play at CarShield Field next season, speaks at a press conference announcing the new team.
Photo provided by Jerry McGrath Fans will again be passing through the turnstiles this summer in O’Fallon. A Prospect League team from Hannibal has taken over the residence of CarShield Field.
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Prospect League Commissioner Dennis Bastien announced the relocation last week in O’Fallon. The new club will replace the River City Rascals, a Frontier League franchise that folded after its championship-winning 2019 season. It was the second title the franchise has won since it moved to O’Fallon, after winning the championship
Bastien went on to thank Hennessy, the city council, Parks and Recreation Director Cindy Springer and her committee. Hannibal went 23-37 last year and finished in fourth place in the Prospect League West Division.
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 2019 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
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in 2010. It was announced in August that the Rascals would be ceasing operations at the end of this season, after a 20-year-run in O’Fallon. “When the Rascals elected to cease operations after this just-completed season, we were ready, willing and able to make O’Fallon our newest home,” Bastien said.
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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 Mike Sommer, 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 noon, Friday, Oct. 18. Nominations can be mailed to the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce, Attn: Citizen of the Years Committee, PO Box 1180, St. Charles, MO 63302 or emailed to Wendy@ GSTCCC.com.
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Hunt for Hunger returns for 2019 It’s that time of year when hunters are getting excited about the upcoming deer season and Hunt for Hunger is getting ready for hopefully another successful year. Hunt for Hunger was started two years ago by David Neier a then nineyear-old student at Daniel Boone Elementary School in New Melle. He was very upset when he found out that there were children in our community who were going to bed hungry. He was an avid hunter and made the decision to donate his deer to help those families. He also decided to convince friends and other hunters in his community to do the same. He went door to door within the New Melle area and began his “Hunt for Hunger” campaign. After contacting the Share the Harvest /Operation Food Search program, they were so inspired by his hard work and compassion that they joined
with him in his efforts to allow hunters to donate their deer at no cost to the hunter. In 2017, with the help and support of Dan’s Country Meats and Share the Harvest, they were able to process and deliver 1,500 pounds of venison to local pantries who had never received venison before. Last year, Josephville Meat Processing in Wentzville was added as a processor and once again with the support of both processors and Share the Harvest the totals exceeded 6,000 pounds. However, it was still not enough to meet the needs of our community. This year, David is now 11 years old and attending Francis Howell Middle School. He still feels strongly that we can make a difference in our communities by participating in the Hunt for Hunger program. He has set a goal of 7,000 pounds. He is counting on the local hunters to get out
and enjoy the sport they love but to give back to their community. For those who would like to participate, you simply have to drop off your field dressed deer to Josephville Meat Processors at 1363 Josephville Road in and remember there is no charge to the hunter. Simply tell them it’s for the Hunt for Hunger/Share the Harvest program. If you are not a hunter, but would like to help, Hunt for Hunger has added another option. Simply contact Josephville’s and let them know you would like to donate ground beef. Remember no amount is too small. It then will be distributed to the area pantries with the venison. For more information please contact David Neier or Cathy Neier at 636-2993291 or cathyneier@aol.com.
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MoDOT closes Route T until late fall as part of road widening, bridge project MoDOT has closed Route T at Route OO to Route M until late November. MoDOT will be replacing an existing box culvert with a new bridge over Sam’s Creek. Drivers will be able to detour Route T utilizing Route OO to Route M. Detour signs and message boards will provide guidance. Drivers may seek alternate routes during this construction. MoDOT is currently replacing pipes and working on box culvert extensions from I-70 Outer Road to Route TT.
In Spring 2020, crews will begin widening and resurfacing pavement on Highway T from I-70 Outer Road to Route TT. Crews will also repair asphalt from Route TT to Route 94. The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2020. Pay attention to message boards placed in the area. For real-time traffic, visit www.gatewayguide. com. All work is weather permitting and may be shifted due to inclement weather.
St. Charles County Parks offers chills and thrills this Halloween season Get spooked or enjoy some not-so-scary family-friendly fun with the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department this Halloween season. Adult Haunted Hayride 7 to 11 p.m., Oct. 4 Broemmelsiek Park 1795 Highway DD in Defiance Venture out into the darkness on a hayride wagon to witness unspeakable horror and terrifying scenes in the park. When you finally make your way out of the woods, enjoy music, a bonfire, bone chilling storytelling and purchase food truck favorites and beer at the Hilltop Group Area. Participants must be 21 years or older to attend. Admission is $15 in advance; $20 at the park. To pre-register, visit http://bit. ly/2019AdultHauntedHayride or call the Parks Administrative Office at 636-949-7535. Jack-O-Glow Walk 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., Oct. 18 St. Charles County Heritage Museum 1650 Heritage Landing in St. Peters Bring the family out to the museum for a free Jack-O-Glow Walk hosted by St. Charles County Parks, Great Rivers Greenway and Fresh Thyme Markets. This event will feature 100 pumpkins carved by residents that will illuminate the outside of the museum and one mile of the adjoining Centennial Trail. After the walk, families are invited to stay and watch a child-friendly Halloween movie outside on the big screen. Pumpkin carving is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.; walk begins at 7 p.m.; and movie at 7:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for the top three best carvings. Participants interested in carving a pumpkin must bring their own tools and pre-register. Call the museum at 636-255-6000 to register or visit http://bit.ly/2019Jack-O-GlowWalk. Registration to attend the event is not required, only to carve.
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Spirits of the Past 6 to 10:30 p.m., Oct. 19 The Historic Daniel Boone Home 1868 Highway F in Defiance
Tales and stories from the 1800s are brought to life at Spirits of the Past. Walk through lantern-lit paths in the historic park, listen to murder ballads in the Old Peace Chapel and, if you dare, hear the eerie Legend of Sleepy Hollow by renowned story teller Anne Williams. This spooktacular event is a great alternative to traditional Halloween celebrations and is recommended for children age seven and older. Tickets are limited and pre-registration is suggested. Admission is $6 if pre-registered or $10 at the door. To pre-register, visit http://bit. ly/2019SpiritsOfThePast or call the park at 636798-2005. Night of Fright Haunted House 6 to 10 p.m., Oct. 25 and Oct. 26 Youth Activity Park 7801 Highway N in Dardenne Prairie Creepy creatures lurk around every corner at the Night of Fright Haunted House. 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 at the door. For more information, call the park at 636-561-4964.This haunted house requires participants to crawl and consists of small spaces, strobe lights, dark areas and intense scenes that may not be suitable for all individuals. Mini Monster Mash 3 to 5 p.m., Oct. 26 Youth Activity Park 7801 Highway N in Dardenne Prairie For a less scary version of the Night of Fright Haunted House, children ages eight and under are invited to the Mini Monster Mash. Participants will make s’mores and decorate pumpkins; everyone takes home a candy-filled goodie bag. Admission is $5 at the door. For more information, call the park at 636-561-4964. For more information about St. Charles County Parks Halloween happenings, call 636949-7535 or visit stccparks.org and click on “activity registration,” then search for your favorite program.
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First St. Charles United Methodist Church celebrates consecration and grand opening with ribbon cutting
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Rev. Bart Hildreth and Rev. Debby Bartley, celebrated the consecration of The Learning Center at First St. Charles United Methodist Church with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept. 8. Joining Hildreth and Bartley were Associate Pastor Rev. Kate Hanch, Children’s Minister Margaret Love, A New Fire Building Committee Co-Chairs Katie and Roger Wynkoop and Trustee Chair Mardi House. The Learning Center is the renovated wing for children, youth, families and adults worshiping at First St. Charles United Methodist Church. Born from the belief that the natural setting of the church as an extension of the home, The Learning Center promotes spiritual, physical and intellectual growth and development, creative expression, and reinforcement of a positive self-concept in a safe and healthy environment. The Learning Center provides childcare for children age six weeks through five years and early childhood education for children age three to five years old. For more information, please call 636-947-0066 or visit their website at www.FirstStCharlesUMC.org/.
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St. Charles County promotes benefits of breastfeeding By Kristen Dragotto Most people are unaware that the month of August is breastfeeding awareness month. This month-long observance is dedicated to the support breastfeeding around the country. The St. Charles County Department of Public Health celebrates breastfeeding not only for the month of August but all year round in an effort to promote breastfeeding. The Health Department offers peer counseling, support programs, education classes, the WIC program, and measurement Mondays. Each of these programs are designed offer emotional support to the new mothers, help mothers understand the benefits of breastfeeding, while debunking myths and relieving concerns new mothers might have. Megan Hickey, a certified International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant, is the Health Department’s nutritionist and breastfeeding coordinator stated, “We dispel myths and make certain moms get accurate information on the process (breastfeeding).” Hickey explained that the top five concerns they see is low milk supply, latch issues, weight gain in the baby, not knowing if the baby is getting enough nutrients and balancing breastfeeding when they go back to work. Each of these myths and concerns are all topics they address in their various programs. The WIC program is only available to those who qualify however Measurement Mondays
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are open to the entire public. This program takes place from 10 a.m. to noon every Monday at the St. Charles County Health Department located at 1650 Boone’s Lick Road. This offers mothers the opportunity to measure their baby’s growth, learn more about breastfeeding and child development, in an environment that allows them to connect with other breastfeeding moms. The WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselors offer a weekly support group for families, which is also open to the entire community. There is also the Breastfeeding Basics class that is held twice a month. This class is open to all expectant mothers who are interested in learning about breastfeeding topics like: latching, maintaining milk supply, support opportunities, etc. For more information on breastfeeding you can visit: https://www.sccmo.org/570/Breastfeeding-Lactation or call 636-949-7402.
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Independence Elementary teacher selected as a Missouri Teacher of the Year Finalist
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Again this year, a Francis Howell School District educator has been selected as a Missouri Teacher of the Year Finalist by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Seven educators from around the state were named as finalists, and Independence Elementary first-grade teacher Rachael Wilcox was among those selected. Finalists are eligible for consideration as the Missouri Teacher of the Year. Wilcox was named the 2019 Francis Howell School District Teacher of the Year and has taught at Independence for the past 11 years. Her passion for education and building relationships with students is evident to those who have seen her in action. Independence Principal Emily Pavia has observed how Wilcox inspires students both personally and academically. “At Independence, we strive to make a difference in the lives of children every day, and Rachael’s positive impact is felt by her students, staff, and parents,” said Pavia. “Her use of innovative instructional strategies and forging meaningful relationships with students and families demonstrates her commitment to the success of every student in her classroom.”
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The DESE Teacher of the Year program spotlights the positive impact teachers have on their students. School districts throughout the state submitted nominations for the award, and a panel appointed by DESE selected the finalists. A committee comprised of teachers, business leaders, and school administrators will choose the Missouri Teacher of the Year following interviews in September. The winner, Finalists, and Regional Teachers of the Year will all be honored at a banquet in Jefferson City on Oct. 21.
Timberland counselor named state counselor of the year Tammy Braun, a school counselor at Timberland High School in the Wentzville School District, has been named the 2019-2020 Secondary School Counselor of the Year by the Missouri School Counselor Association (MSCA). Braun was eligible for the award after having been named the Secondary School Counselor of the Year in January by the St. Louis Suburban School Counselor Association. Braun has worked for the Wentzville School District since 2007. She is the secretary of the Missouri School Counselor Association, a co-sponsor of Timberland’s National Honor Society, and serves on the school’s PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) Committee and Trauma Team. She has implemented a number of new programs at Timberland to strengthen connections with parents and students, including “Coffee with the Counselors” meetings each quarter to answer parent ques-
tions, a staff support group focusing on selfcare, stress management, and avoiding compassion fatigue, online counselor appointment requests, and a “Counselor Cafe” on Fridays where counselors are available during lunch to assist students. “The Timberland family is very proud of Tammy Braun for being selected as Counselor of the Year in the state of Missouri,” said Principal Dr. Kyle Lindquist. “Tammy does a wonderful job servicing the students and staff and we consider ourselves fortunate to have such a caring and hardworking counselor at THS. Congratulations to Tammy Braun on this well-deserved honor!” Braun will have an opportunity to present during the MSCA fall conference Nov. 3-4 in Osage Beach and will be honored at the MSCA Gala Event on Nov. 23 at the Missouri State Capitol Building in Jefferson City.
South High and North Middle ensembles earn trip to state performance Fort Zumwalt once again will be well-represented at the annual Missouri Music Educators’ Association Conference in January. The South High Chamber Choir, under the direction of Jason Martin, and the North Middle Eighth Grade Concert Band, under the direction of Patrick Stewart, were chosen to perform at the conference. There were hundreds of submissions in several categories from ensembles ranging from K-12 ensembles to university groups. Only 32 ensem-
bles were selected to perform. It is the equivalent of winning a state championship. Directors can submit recordings of their ensembles to the Missouri Music Educators’ Association leadership. The recordings are anonymously judged by an out-of-state panel to determine the best bands, jazz bands, orchestras and choirs. Only the finest of those groups are selected to perform at the annual convention held in late January at Lake of the Ozarks.
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Four incumbents re-elected to Cuivre River Electric Cooperative Board of Directors Members of Cuivre River Electric Cooperative (CREC) elected four board members to CREC’s Board of Directors at their annual meeting on Aug. 22, held at the co-op’s branch office in Lake Saint Louis. In the four districts with seats open, the four incumbents who chose to run for re-election were selected by members for new three-year terms, continuing their service to the cooperative. Jeff Geisendorfer, who finished his first term as a board member, was re-elected in Lincoln County District 2. In Warren County District 1, Dan Elliott, was re-elected. Diane Saale, was re-elected to St. Charles County District 2. Finally, Walt Gregory was re-elected to continue representing Pike County. This year’s election brought in a total of 2,673 votes, which includes 2,647 votes from paper
ballots and online voting prior to CREC’s annual meeting on Aug. 22. Twenty-six ballots were cast on site at the meeting. This year’s count of pre-meeting votes for the election is the largest ever, exceeding last year’s absentee votes which totaled 2,163. Election results were announced at the annual meeting, which was streamed live on the co-op’s YouTube channel. A recording of the broadcast is available on CREC’s YouTube channel at http:// bit.ly/32f9YlR. “This was the first year of a new format of annual meeting at our branch office,” said CREC General Manager/CEO Doug Tracy, “and it was the first time we have streamed the meeting online, which allowed members who may not have ever been able to attend in person to actually see the meeting live.”
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Boeing announces St. Charles site expansion, observes major production milestones On Sept. 4, Boeing recognized the recent deliveries of the 400,000th Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM), 30,000th Laser Joint Direct Attack Munition, and 25,000th Small Diameter Bomb to the U.S. government and announced an expansion of the St. Charles site for the Harpoon program. Following significant Boeing investments in defense programs, both production capacity and product capability have advanced in St. Charles. Boeing’s next investment will be a new, 35,000 square-foot manufacturing facility at St. Charles, with the groundbreaking set for this fall. Construction is expected to be complete in 2021.
“The success of the St. Charles site is attributed to our highly skilled and engaged workforce, flexible and efficient manufacturing practices and strong partnerships with our U.S. government customers and suppliers,” said Cindy Gruensfelder, vice president of Boeing Weapons and St. Charles site executive. “The expansion of the St. Charles site will not only allow us to increase production near-term, but it will also ensure production, operations and workforce growth in the future.” Built in 1978, the St. Charles site provides affordable and sustainable weapons capabilities to more than 35 military customers worldwide.
Yadi’s Yummies celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting celebration Owners Jessica and Cindy Eisenbeis celebrated the grand opening of their new business Yadi’s Yummies with a ribbon cutting on Sept. 3. Joining Jessica and Cindy and representing the city of St. Peters were Aldermen Terri Violet and Melissa Reimer and Julie Powers from the Economic Development Department. Also in attendance were family and friends, ambassadors and board members with the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. Yadi’s Yummies is located at 1251 Jungermann Road in St. Peters. Jessica has a rare, genetic syndrome called Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome, which primarily affects the way she learns. Finding it hard to find a job that was a good fit for her, Jessica took matters into her own hands and started a business following her passion – animals. She makes healthy, home baked animal treats which are made with 100 percent all natural, human grade ingredients. There are no artificial preservatives, chemicals or refined sugars added, no fillers or byproducts and all their treats are
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independently tested and analyzed which offers their four – legged customers only the best treats. Also, Jessica started Annie’s Fund – with a portion of the proceeds being donated to expensive medical treatment of dogs that are housed in shelters. For more information on Yadi’s Yummies, Annie’s Fund, their treats, hours of operation and their rescue of the month, please contact Jessica or Cindy at 636-244-3865 or visit their website at www.yadisyummies.com.
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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS Oct. 11: Drone Zone
Bring your drone or unmanned aircraft systems to the Youth Activity Park (YAP) in Dardenne Prairie for a morning of flying and obstacle course fun at Drone Zone, a new program hosted by the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department! The YAP is located at 7801 Highway N and will be open from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., for drone users only. To participate, drone users must complete and submit a Special Use/Drone Permit prior to entering the park. The program is free and open to spectators of all ages; registration is not required. For more information about the Special Use/Drone Permit and the approval process, call the park at 636-561-4964.
Oct. 12: Fall craft fair
The annual Fall Craft Fair in Cottleville featuring 120-plus local crafters will be held at the St. Joseph Catholic School between 9 a.m. and 4p.m. Free parking is available in the school and church parking lots. Admission is free and guests will enjoy raffles, silent auction items, fresh baked goods and food and beverages. All proceeds benefit the St. Joseph School Band & Choir. For more information, visit https://stjoecot.org/fall-craft-fair/.
Oct. 18: Food Truck Fright
Head to Dames Park for Food Truck Fright. This Halloween-inspired event will feature live music from JD Hughes as he plays around a campfire. Admission and parking are free. For $5 you can get s’mores and a hayride around the park. Dames Park is located at 389 Dames Park Drive in O’Fallon. Some
of the area’s best food trucks will offer a variety of food and beverages for purchase. For the most up-to-date information, check out www.ofallon.mo.us/ food-truck-frenzy. For weather-related event information, call 636-379-5614.
Oct. 18: Trivia night
Trick or Trivia takes place at St. Charles Christian Church in New Town at 3337 Rue Royale in St. Charles. Doors open at 6 p.m., trivia begins at 6:30 p.m. Halloween Theme, prizes for table decorations and costumes (church appropriate please). Bring your own food. Popcorn, tea, soda and water supplied. No alcohol allowed. Tickets cost $20 per person, $160 per table. For ticket information call 636-947-1821.
Oct. 20: Arrowhead making workshop
Join flintknapping expert Larry Kinsella from 12 to 5 p.m., for HandsOn Heritage: Flintknapping at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum at 1630 Heritage Landing in St. Peters. In this new hands-on class for beginners in flintknapping, participants will be guided through the process of making spear points, arrow points, knives, and a variety of other stone tools using chert and the traditional methods. Attendees also get to create and take home their very own stone. Cost is $15 per person and pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call the museum at 636-2556000 or visit http://bit.ly/2019FlintknappingatHeritageMuseum. Participants are asked to wear long pants to the class.
Oct. 27: Quilt bingo
quilt bingo takes place at VFW Auxiliary 2866 South Highway 94 at 66 VFW Lane and S. Hwy 94 in St. Charles. Doors open at 11 a.m., Bingo begins at 1 p.m. Plate lunched available. For more information contact Earline at 636-697-8157.
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Nov. 16: Trivia night
“Thinksgiving” trivia night fundraiser for Tri-County Citizen’s Advisory Board takes place at V.F.W. Post 2866 - St. Charles at 66 VFW Lane in St. Charles (off Old Hwy 94 between Muegge and Pralle Lane). Doors open at 6 p.m., trivia starts at 6:45 p.m. Cost is $20 per person/$160 per table, maximum of eight per table. For more information call Esther Angelos, Treasurer, at 314-477-5096 or Melinda Oliver at 636-940-3333 x240.
ONGOING EVENTS Mondays: Optimist Club meetings
The Wentzville/Lake St. Louis Optimist Club meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Wentzville Schnuck’s meeting room located on Wentzville Parkway in Wentzville. For more information contact Ed Jurotich at 314560-1868.
Mondays: Take off Pounds Sensibly
Take off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets every Monday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Weigh-ins begin at 8:30 a.m. We meet at Memorial Hall in Blanchette Park at 1900 Randolph St. in St. Charles. For more information contact Joyce at 636-206-5306.
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TOPS meet every Monday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 8945 Veterans Memorial Hwy in O’Fallon. Meetings at 9:30 a.m. with weigh in beginning at 8:30 a.m. For more information please call Linda Wilcox at 636-447-9056.
Mondays: Parent support group
Because I Love You, (BILY), Gateway parent support group meets every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church at 801 First Capitol Dr. in St. Charles. For information and directions, please contact the helpline at 314-993-7550 or email gateway_parent_help@yahoo.com. BILY is a program of self-help for parents of troubled children (all ages). We are not professionals, but parents helping each other. The meetings are free to attend.
Mondays: NAMI St. Louis Connection Recovery Support Group If you have mental health concerns and need support, please come on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at Friedens United Church of Christ at 1703 Old Highway 94 South in St. Charles.
Hall, 504 Luetkenhaus Blvd., Wentzville. 314-369-6521.
Mondays and Thursdays: Bridge
St. Peters Senior Center plays bridge from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday and Thursdays, and would love to have any player, regardless of skill level, to join in. Call Mary Ann at 636-397-0866 if you are interested in playing on Monday or Thursday morning.
Mondays: American Legion Post 388 Meets
Meets the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at American Legion Hall, 607 Westridge Dr., O’Fallon, 636-2190553.
Mondays: Measurement Mondays:
10 a.m. - 12 noon at the ST. Charles Health Deparment in the Upper Level Conference room. Measurement Mondays is a family-friendly breastfeeding support group. We are open to all moms and moms-to-be who are breastfeeding or interested in breastfeeding. The group is supported by the St Charles County WIC program so there will be information about the program available at each meeting. Each meeting will be a little different than the last. There will be baby weigh-ins, introductions, games, interactive education, group conversation, and even snacks.
Mondays and Wednesdays: Tai Chi for arthritis class
If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. Call Alcoholics Anonymous at 636970-0013.
Every Monday and Wednesday a Tai Chi for arthritis class, sponsored by the city of St. Charles Parks and Recreation, takes place from 9:15 - 10 a.m. at Webster Park across from the Family Arena. This is a class that is taught nationally to manage arthritis and to prevent falls. For more information call 636-949-3372.
Mondays: Choral Arts Singers practice
Tuesdays: Women’s AA weekly meeting
Choral Arts Singers resume practice on Mondays, at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake St. Louis. New singers are welcome. Auditions are not required. See www.concertarts.org.
Candlelighters Women in Recovery meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Dardenne Prairie Presbyterian Church (enter at Adam Lamb pre-School, turn left) at 7400 South Outer 364 at the corner with Bryan Road.
Mondays: St.Charles County Council of the Blind meetings
Tuesdays: Cribbage Club
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Business meetings are held on the first Monday of each month (second Monday in September due to Labor Day) unless otherwise specified. No meetings are held in June, July, or December. Meetings are held in the Community Council Building (Second floor of the Spencer Branch Library) from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. For more information contact Beverly Kaskadden (Treasurer) at 636-561-6947.
Mondays: St. Peters Rotary Club
Noon at St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd. www.stpetersrotary.org.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays: Fitness First Exercise Class 9:30-10:30 a.m., American Legion
Meets every Tuesday, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. at The Falls Golf Course Clubhouse. Relaxed, friendly play and is open to all. Call 314-779-6892 for more information.
Tuesdays: Seniors group
Please join us on the third Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. for a gathering for senior adults. There will be lunch (no charge), cards and bingo (no charge), community program referrals, occasional health and wellness presentations and clergy available upon request. The event takes place at Church of the Transfiguration at1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake Saint Louis. For more information call 636-5618951.
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Gateway Spotlight is a women’s a capella chorus that meets at First United Methodist Church at 801 First Capitol Dr. in St. Charles every Tuesday evening beginning at 7 p.m. Call 636256-6823 for more details.
Tuesdays: Optimist Club meeting
The St. Charles Optimist Club meets Tuesdays at noon at Pio’s Restaurant. For more information contact Jack Ross at 314-287-0569 or jack-ross@ att.net.
Tuesdays: Cribbage
Looking for an evening out? Come and play cribbage Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at Rookies at 15358 Veterans Memorial Pkwy in Wentzville. Win prizes and awards with semiannual tournaments. ACC sanctioned. For more information contact Dee at 636-233-8032.
Tuesdays: Cottleville Spring Kiwanis Club
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Cottleville Weldon Spring Kiwanis Club meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. and the third Tuesday of the month at 11 a.m. Both meetings are at Rack House Kitchen Wine Whiskey. New club looking for new members who want to better our community. Contact Christy at 314583-0538.
Tuesdays: Kiwanis Club of St. Charles
12:05 p.m. at Bogey Hills Country Club in St. Charles. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time. The group is looking for new members who want to better our community and help its youth. If you are interested in making a positive impact in St. Charles for generations to come, please come for lunch. For more information call 636448-4277. You can also visit http:// stcharleskiwanis.com.
widowers meets at 7 p.m. at St. John’s United Church of Christ at Fifth and Jackson Streets in St. Charles. On the first Tuesday there are refreshments and on the third Tuesday there is either a speaker or entertainment. The group also goes to breakfast, lunch and dinner monthly, and has a pot luck dinner each month.
Tuesdays: Monthly veterans coffee
Veterans from all branches of service are invited to the Wentzville Green Lantern Senior Center at 506 S. Linn Ave. in Wentzville on the second Tuesday of each month from 9 – 10:30 a.m. for coffee, pastries and camaraderie. Come meet with fellow veterans who served our country and share your experience.
Tuesdays: NAMI St. Louis Connection Recovery Support Group If you have mental health concerns and need support, please come on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Grace United Church of Christ at 8326 Mexico Rd. in St. Peters.
Tuesdays: NAMI St. Louis Family Support Group
If you have a family member or friend who is having mental health concerns there is a support group for you. It meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Grace United Church of Christ at 8326 Mexico Rd. in St. Peters.
Tuesdays: Dardenne Presbyterian Church Basketball
8-9:30 p.m., in the Christian Life Center, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Open to high school and adult men.
Tuesdays: Central Missouri Railroad Association meeting
1-4 p.m. Free. Quilt for local charities. No sewing experience required.
This unique organization is for railroad modelers, railfans, photographers and railroad retirees with layouts in O, HO, N hoping to add G scales. Meetings are on second Tuesdays of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Warrenton Masonic Lodge. For more info call 636-279-5522 or 636456-0776 or visit our Facebook page.
Tuesdays: Toastmasters Meeting
Tuesdays: Cancer support group
Tuesdays: Quilting Guild at the O’Fallon Family YMCA
7 p.m. at the Midwest Bank Centre Board Room at 2299 Technology Blvd., O’Fallon, MO 63368. Info: 636379-2505.
Tuesdays: St. Louis Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association Male Caregiver Experience
The group meets on third Tuesday of every month from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Alzheimer’s Chapter Office at 9370 Olive Blvd. For more information about Alzheimer’s disease, support, or the Male Caregiver Experience, please call the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900 or visit www.alz.org/stl. Registration is requested before the first meeting.
Tuesdays: Social club for widows and widowers
On the first and third Tuesday of each month a social club for widows and
Cancer Companions Support Group is a support group for any cancer patient in treatment or post treatment, their caregiver and their loved ones that meets on the second Tuesday of each month at Dardenne Presbyterian Church at 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie at 7 p.m. in the parlor. Registration is not required.
Tuesdays: Show-me Stitchers Embroiderer’s Guild of America
Meets at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the Ladue Chapel. Info: www.showmestitchers.com.
Tuesdays: O’Fallon Garden Club
Meets at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month at Sunrise Methodist Church, 7116 Twin Chimney Blvd. Info: Barb at 636.978.5930. Club does not meet in August or November.
Tuesdays: St. Charles American Legion Post 312 spaghetti dinner.
5pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles on the last Tuesday of the month. $6 per person. For more information call Post 312 at 636.947.7666.
Tuesdays and Thursdays: Tai Chi at the St. Charles County Family YMCA 10:15-11:15 a.m. No experience necessary. 636-928-1928.
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Ridge. For more information, contact the Lake St. Louis Community Association at (636)625-8276.
Wednesdays: Charity Bingo
6:45pm, Doors open at 5 p.m. VFW Post 5077 sponsors, at VFW Hall, 8500 Veterans Mem. Pkwy., O’Fallon. 636-272-1945 or www.vfwpost5077. org.
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Wednesdays: Hope & Healing
5-6pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Rock Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie on the first Wednesday of the month. Unique service of music, worship, and prayer for those in need of hope and healing.
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Tuesdays and Thursdays: Get Fit Exercise Classes
9-10 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Hall, New Melle. 314369-6521.
Wednesdays: Food pantry
Food pantry open Wednesdays to the public from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Cornerstone UMC at 1151 Tom Ginnever Ave. in O’Fallon. Bread, canned goods other necessities.
Wednesdays: Veterans Coffee Talk
Veterans from all branches of the service are invited to attend “Coffee Talk” every Wednesday at. 9 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church, 3601 Ehlmann Rd. in St. Charles (Take I-70 to the Cave Springs exit). We will have applications for VA health care, applications for the honor flight, reports from local American Legion and VFW halls and lots of good comradery. Come join us for free coffee and donuts and enjoy an hour with your fellow veterans.
Wednesdays: Marine League meeting
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On the first Wednesday of each month the St. Charles County Marine Corps League meets at the American Legion 313 old town St. Peters at 7:30 p.m. All Marines and FMF Corpsmen are welcome. For more information visit www.stcharlesmarine.org.
Wednesdays: Women’s fishing club Gateway Bass ‘n Gals all women’s bass club has monthly meetings the first Wednesday of every month at JJ’s Restaurant at 1215 S. Duchesne Dr. in St. Charles at 7 p.m. Women of any fishing level please come and check out our women-only fishing club.
Wednesdays: Crossroads Cribbage Club 12 noon. Meets at 1380 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379. 636.528.8379.
Wednesdays: Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the United Methodist Church at 725 N. Wall St. in Wentzville. TOPS is a national non-profit weight-loss organization that supports its members in attaining their goal weight. There is no cost for the first meeting. All are welcome.
Wednesdays: Men’s Golf League
Wednesdays, April - October. 5 p.m., tee off at 5:30 p.m. at Heritage of Hawk
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Sports you see with Gary B... New baseball team in O’Fallon names general manager The wood-bat base, collegiate baseball team will play in the Prospect League and comprise of the team that played as the Hannibal Hoots starting in 2020. David Schmoll formerly the General Manager of the River City Rascals, has been named the GM of the new team that will probably have a new name shortly. Schmoll is a Fenton, Missouri native and entered the 2019 season with the Rascals for his second year. He graduated from Murray State University with a degree in political science. He joins the Rascals after spending the last six years with the Mississippi RiverKings of the Southern Professional Hockey
League where he was most recently general manager. The new team’s owner Richard DeStefane mentioned the name may include the name ‘River City Rascals or something with the name O’Fallon in it. Go to www.ProspectLeague. com for more information. *Several months to prepare for season in May New indoor football team needs players The St. Louis Stampede plan to play football at the Family Arena in February. Coach Jeff Hunt has been named the head coach for the team and will conduct a tryout camp along with his coaches next month. The tryouts will take place at
Dell Wood Recreational Center at 10266 W. Florissant on Nov. 9. Registration is at 9 a.m., tryouts are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more details go to www. NGLFootball.com, go to Teams click on Stampede, then click on tryout and the form is at the bottom, or call 314-869-8686. *Start pumping iron Local high school football finals from Friday The Francis Howell Vikings of St. Charles defeated the Ft. Zumwalt West Jaguars of O’Fallon 31-10. The Wentzville Holt Indians defeated the Troy Trojans 4131 playing at the Indians home field. *Busy Friday night
UMSL command tennis tourney University of Missouri-St. Louis’s senior Marina Prediger won the singles bracket and teamed with sophomore Odette Beagrie to win the doubles bracket at the UMSL Tournament, hosted by the Tritons this past Friday and Saturday. It was all UMSL finals in both as Prediger defeated senior Bianca Buie in singles, 6-2, 6-0, while Prediger and Beagire posted a 7-6 win over junior Leticia Lunge and sophomore Clara Lopez Bueno in the doubles final. Maryville, Truman State and Lindenwood also participated in the tournament. *Leader on the court
Soccer team at Lindenwood gets road victory and makes history The Lindenwood University’s men’s soccer team secured a 1-0 victory over the UIndy Greyhounds from Indianapolis this past weekend. The win is the first of the season for the Lions away from Hunter Stadium and moves the team’s record to 3-32 inside the GLVC. Luke McBeth corralled a long lead pass from the Lindenwood defensive zone, bringing possession just outside the UIndy goal box. McBeth then fed Logan Doerr who blasted a shot into the right side of the net from 25 yards out about 40 minutes into the game. It was Doerr’s first goal of his collegiate career, as he also picked up his first two points as a Lion on the play. *Many more to come 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, and is currently hosting a Health show on 97.1 FM, ‘Prime Time Health’ www.PrimeTimeSTL.com It broadcasts Saturday nights at 8 and Sunday mornings at 9.
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Kickstart your school lunch routine with these ideas for building easy-to-make, gourmet sandwiches sure to inspire envy in the lunchroom. Bread – Switching up your bread from traditional slices to something more creative, such as ciabatta, rye, pita or even a dinner roll can keep things interesting at lunchtime. Meat – Choosing high-quality meat can make or break your sandwich experience. Toppings and Condiments – Meant to boost flavor and add texture, a variety of toppings and condiments such as lettuce, mayonnaise, peppers, mustard and tomatoes are sandwich favorites. However, less common garnishes like fried eggs, hummus and avocado take this Maple Turkey Breast, Egg, Avocado Mash and Hummus Sandwich to the next level. Cheese – Choosing a less common cheese, like Swiss or mozzarella, can be an easy way to experiment with the flavor of your sandwiches.
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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.
heater owners have struggled for decades to keep their auditoriums filled, especially after television sets became more common in homes. During the Great Depression, there were dish giveaways and other raffles. Movie stars would sometimes make guest appearances at cinemas, which still happens today at places like the Arclight in Hollywood. Guest loyalty clubs, which allow moviegoers to accumulate points to use towards concessions and memorabilia, are common. In recent years, theater chains also enhanced the moviegoing experience with bigger screens, superior sound and comfortable lounge seats. 4DX is another incentive that puts movie fans in the middle of the action. Similar to the “Sensurround” special effects created for 1974’s “Earthquake,” this technology uses sound, light, motion and even water to shake moviegoers up. There is an option to turn the water off, though. Over the last month, I tried 4DX twice primarily because one local theater offered discounted tickets on some re-released films. The seats look like something astronauts or Navy pilots would sit in. They are cushy and comfortable and include the standard cup
it annoying and intrusive, but I stayed for the whole movie. Last weekend, a “Matrix” re-release and inexpensive tickets lured me back for another shakedown. The original movie in that trilogy is a classic and I wanted to see it again on the big screen. This time, I went into the 4DX auditorium expecting some shaking and jolts based on the hand-to-hand combat in the storyline. I also figured the scenes in the hovership Nebuchadnezzar would involve some tilting. Unfortunately, the other audience Photo courtesy Bigstock members and I didn’t count on the 4DX technology being out-of-synch with the movie. The problem manifested when holder in the arm rest. Each seat is equipped Neo, played by Keanu Reeves, meets Trinity with devices that make the viewer shake, tilt (Carrie-Anne Moss) in a club. The expectaor receive a blast of air. The goal here is to tion was slight vibrations in the 4DX chairs, mimic what the characters on screen are ex- but every seat shook violently during their periencing. conversation. A quiet chat between Neo and On Labor Day, I went to see a 4DX pre- Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne) minutes sentation of “Avengers: Endgame” without later felt like an actual earthquake. Theater knowing all the details (cheap movie tickets management finally resolved the issue and I make me a little carefree). When my seat cautiously returned to my seat. tilted forward suddenly, I realized what I 4DX is not something I would seek out had gotten myself into. This Marvel Studios each week. For me, moviegoing involves getpresentation features fighting, explosions ting lost in the story and characters, not kidand supersonic flight and my seat dutifully ney-shaking vibrations. I may go back once worked to recreate that. At that time, I found in a great while for a good re-release, though.
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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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Moore On Life Why is laundry so complicated? In the good old days, a pioneer mother would jam the dirty laundry into a barrel then plop in a bar of lye soap made out of pig fat and grab a sturdy hickory stick. She’d then stir everything around a few times, toss it all on a tree limb to dry and call it good. Nowadays, we need computerized turbo washing machines that talk to you. That’s not all, these machines require expensive detergents which contain oxi-boosters and unpronounceable additives and special enzymes along with whiteners and stain fighters and of course, fancy fabric softeners and scented perfume beads. It all seems so involved. Well now I know why laundry has become so complex. I just heard about a study which found that 45 percent of people wear their underwear two days or longer. That’s shocking enough, but oh no, we’re not done yet. The same study discovered that 13 percent of the population wore their knickers for a WEEK or LONGER! Arrrgh! Bleck! Quick, pass me a cup of bleach to gargle with! I don’t know if I’m more disgusted at people living in their under-britches for over a week or more shocked by the fact that some individuals actually went out and canvassed the country asking about folk’s unmentionables. It makes no sense. Can you imagine that call? Group study caller: “Hello random citizen. We’re conducting a vital study imperative to the country’s future…actually we just have a large wad of tax payer money granted to us from the
government and can’t think of anything more useful to do with it. Just wondering, how long have you been sitting around in the same pair of underpants?” Response #1: “Umm, you’re a pervert and I’m going to report you!” Response #2: “Actually, I’m not wearing any just now. Would you care to come over?” Response #3: “Is this that weirdo from across the street? I have a restraining order against you, you know!” Response #4–10,000: Click. Group study caller: “Hey Boss, it looks like we’re not getting any responses.” Boss: “Well, we’ve got this large wad of government money sitting here and we’re not giving it back. Just make some stuff up and take the rest of the week off.” And now it makes perfect sense.
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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, he 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.
ACROSS 1. Will alternative 6. Put into service 9. Ball on a string 13. Conversation starter 14. “Platoon” setting 15. “Four” prefix 16. Macaroni shape 17. Dunk value 18. *”The Dark Knight” star 19. *Marion Crane stops at a motel 21. *Eccentric scientist teleports himself 23. Sonny and Cher, e.g. 24. *What “The Swarm” attackers do 25. Hot tub feature 28. Think, archaic 30. Kentucky Derby sound 34. *”American Psycho” weapon, pl. 36. Andy’s radio partner 38. Dished out 40. Drunkard 41. Type of turn, pl. 43. Spare in a trunk 44. Pore in a leaf 46. Straight out of bottle, as in whiskey 47. Port of Yemen 48. Angry growl 50. Whiskey grain, pl. 52. Is in Paris 53. “What a ____!” 55. Car nut
57. *Chris Washington meets his girlfriend’s family 60. *Girl bullied at school 63. Type of renewable energy 64. Caviar 66. Abstains from food 68. Opposite of binary 69. Barley bristle 70. Web mag 71. Department store department 72. *Sematary resident 73. Saw again DOWN 1. *”____-Wolf of London” 2. Counseling, e.g. 3. Priestly vestments 4. Frank Wright’s middle name 5. Showing cleavage 6. “Do ____ others...” 7. *Photographer and oncologist trapped by Jigsaw 8. Bring character to life 9. Bone to pick 10. And others 11. Pretentiously artistic 12. Morse Code dash 15. Like Murder Mystery Party 20. Pertaining to hours 22. Type of farm house
24. Two for the price of one deals 25. *It terrorized Amity 26. Highway departures 27. Part of mortise joint 29. *Boy brings grief to adoptive parents, with The 31. 9th letter of Greek alphabet 32. Move like on ice 33. *Jack Torrance’s catchphrase “____ Johnny!” 35. “Brave New World” drug 37. Don’t go 39. Fender-bender damage 42. Funerary art form 45. Weapon storage 49. Romanian money 51. The Beach Boys’ “____ Girl” 54. Seatbelt, e.g. 56. Feed in a meadow 57. *”____ Girl” 58. Panache 59. Before feathers 60. One tenth of a dime 61. a.k.a. The Islamic State 62. Tallest volcano in Europe 63. Math class total 65. Be in the red 67. Do needlework SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9