CNSTC: March 19, 2014

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Scotland to Visit St. Charles

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The Great Pi Race

42nd Highlanders bagpipers perform at the Missouri Tartan Days

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Learn, experience and taste what Scotland has to offer without renewing your passport If you’ve ever seen the musical Brigadoon or listened to the angry rants of one Scrooge McDuck, Scotland usually conjures images of burly, kilt-clad men, hugging bagpipes in a mysterious faraway land. Well once a year, in our very own backyard, the “heather on the hill” comes to life and brings with it all of the adventure and history of Scotland itself. Missouri Tartan Day is a Scottish heritage event held each April on the banks of the Missouri River in St. Charles’ own Frontier Park. Now in its 14th year, Tartan Day is one of the largest events of its kind in the United States, hosting approximately 30,000-40,000 attendees over each three-day event. This year’s event on April 4, 5 and 6, features cultural dancing, storytelling, heritage research, bagpiping, food, crafts and heavy athletics. “This event continues to support our mission to promote Scottish and Scottish-American heritage and culture in the region,” says Shawn Steadman, chairman of Missouri Tartan Day Festivities. “We are proud to present this event as a part of the St. Charles community and we hope to continue to generate additional support from the community as well.” Tartan Day celebrations around the country commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Arbroath, signed on April 6, 1320, which is a declaration of

Scottish independence from England and all other ruling nations. Some historians and politicians claim that the American Declaration of Independence was modeled on the Declaration of Arbroath. Although it has faced their fair share of challenges, the St. Charles event continues to attract attendees from all over the region. “Having our event in the early spring means we can face every type of weather Missouri presents,” Steadman said. “We’ve had rain storms, tornadoes, wind, and hail. But on the other hand, we’ve also had beautiful, cool, sunny days and super-hot weather too. And the people always come out. We always manage to have a great time no matter what the weather.” The Missouri Tartan Day organization relies heavily on fundraisers and community support to fund the event each year. While the organization does receive funds from community and civic organizations, the event is largely self-sustaining. “We receive consideration from several community and civic organizations in the form of donations and grant funding, but the benefits from our own fundraisers and general supporters of the Scottish heritage community is what really keeps us afloat,” notes Steadman. “And the volunteers as well; we couldn’t manage without them. And we hope our event serves the commu-

nity in kind.” Some of this year’s highlights include local and regional bagpipe bands, Highland dancing showcases, a Scottish storyteller called a Seanachie (pronounced SHAWN-a-key) Scottish cuisine (think haggis), kids educational activities and a tried-and-true musical favorite, the Scottish rock band, Mother Grove. Admission to Missouri Tartan Days is free. All events are family friendly and open to the general public. Gates open at 5pm on Friday, April 4, and at 10am on Saturday and Sunday, April 5-6.

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Missouri Glory Awards

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Around Town Local news and events like the St. Charles City Hall garage reconstruction project and Shrek The Musical presented by St. Charles Community College’s Young People’s Theatre.

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Business SSM St. Joseph’s Hospital West awarded a Cuivre River lighting rebate and Money Concepts is not open in St. Peters.

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School St. Dominic High School students honored in Jefferson City and a local bullying prevention program is applauded.

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Movie Mr. Peabody & Sherman is a fun film full of clever jokes and sly references.

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Local sport authorities Gary B and Mike K fill you in on the weekend’s sporting events. Also, play Sudoku and read a review of a new novel.

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Ribs to the Rescue. Also, check out our new comic strip, Community Toons, by John Hanna.

12 What’s Happening

the only events calendar you need to stay entertained all week long

14 Classifieds 16 Over the Fence

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

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Girl Scouts Recruit Future Girl Scout Girl Scout Troop 387 in Waterloo, Ill. collected blankets, onesies, stuffed animals, socks, hair bows, baby shampoo, baby lotion, diapers, wipes and a rubber ducky and donated these goodies to Maizie Rawley, the first girl born at St. Anthony’s during this last week’s Girl Scout Week. Katelyn Rawley of St. Charles gave birth to Maizie on Sunday, March 9. Maizie was 6 pounds, 7 ounces and 19 inches long. Maizie, Katelyn and new dad, Brenden Haluch, are all doing well.

Parking Garage Renovations Get Underway at City Hall Reconstruction efforts begin on Tuesday, March 18 The 37-year-old garage beneath City Hall is showing its age – fallen concrete and cracked walls, for example, have rendered a number of parking spaces unusable. But thanks to voter approval of a $3.8 million bond issue in 2013, the public parking facility at 200 North Second Street will get a much-needed facelift starting this week. According to John Zimmerman, assistant director of Public Works, the garage renovation project approved last April will get underway on Tuesday, March 18. The actual project plan is weather-dependent,” he said, “but it’s our hope to begin structural repairs no later than the end of the month.” Zimmerman indicated the garage will be closed in its entirety for the project balance of approximately six months due to issues of public safety. “In doing so, we’ll also have the ability to reopen the garage sooner,” he said. “At this writing, we’re projecting a mid-August completion date.” Based on bid specifications, the proposed structural rehabilitation will address repairs to post-tension structural steel elements, concrete slab and column spalling, as well as asphalt and membrane surfaces. “Stairwells are also in need of major repair and redesign,” Zimmerman added. “Some stairwells are unprotected from the elements, and years

of rain, snow and ice have discolored the stairs, chipped paint off concrete and rusted handrails and their anchors.” During the garage renovation, the City will offer free shuttle transportation, which includes a variety of day and night-time services (see schedule provided below). In addition, maps highlighting the shuttle route and alternate parking locations are available in both hard-copy and electronic formats. For information, maps and more about the renovation, please visit stcharlescitymo.gov. You’ll find the most up-to-date project information under the Popular Links section on the home page or by following the City on Twitter (@ StCharlesCity). Shuttle Schedule: -Monday-Friday - 6:30am – 6:30pm* -Wednesday-Thursday - 6:30am – 11pm - Friday - 6:30pm – 2am (Saturday) - Saturday - Noon – 2am (Sunday) - Sunday - Noon – 6pm *Temporary shuttle service is free with minimal wait times. A second bus will be scheduled during peak morning and afternoon drive times. Shuttle services may vary depending upon area festivals and events.

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The Great Pi Race

Photo courtesy of Campbell Montessori School

Tea and Travel Talk Join the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre from 1-3pm on Tuesday, March 25 for a fun afternoon, while participants escape to the United Kingdom. Debbie Needham will share tales, photos and mementos from her visits to Scotland, Wales and England. Through her stories and images, the group will visit historic sites such as Edinburgh Castle, Castle Howard, the famous Viking Museum in York, and the Glasgow Art Museum, which owns the famous Crucifixion of Christ by Salvadore Dali. Take a visit to Stonehenge and Windsor Castle and see the Battlefield of Culloden, where in 1746 the English defeated the Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie. And, what trip to England would be complete without tracing the Beatle’s story? The registration fee is $7 and includes cake, cookies, tea and coffee. Register in advance at the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre or by calling 636.397.6903, extension 1624.

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Campbell Montessori School is hosting their second annual 5K fundraiser – The Great Pi Race – on Saturday, May 3 beginning at 8:30am at Quail Ridge Park, 5501 Quail Ridge Parkway in Wentzville. Race day will start with the 3.14159 race for teens and adults beginning at 8:30am, followed by the Timed Kids’ Mile for children ages 6-12 at 9:30am. At 9:35am the Tiny Tikes Dash - specially designed for preschoolers - will round out the days’ running activities. Registration for teens and adults is $27 per person, and the Timed Kids’ Mile is $15 per runner (if registered before 4/30/14), and participants in the Tiny Tikes Dash can race for free. Various flavors of pie will be served to everyone at the finish line. Paid racers registering before April 15 are guaranteed a Race T-shirt. To register, visit getmeregistered.com/greatpirace before midnight on Wednesday, April 30 for preferred pricing. Walk-up registrations are

welcome the morning of the event (beginning at 7:45 am.) Walk-up registration the day of the event will be $35 for the Great Pi Race, $20 for The Kids’ Timed Mile! T-shirts for non-runners and the “tiny tikes” are also available for purchase for $10 each through this website, while supplies last. This race is USA Track and Field sanctioned, with race timing and results available onsite and via text message through Fleet Feet Race Productions - www.fleetfeetstlouis.com/great-pi-race. SSM Health Care will be at “The Great Pi Race” providing helmet fittings for the kids. Proceeds from The Great Pi Race will benefit Campbell Montessori School, a nonprofit education environment for children pre-K through eighth grade, located at 3880 Shady Springs Lane in St. Charles. For more information, please contact Race Organizer Ray Easterling at greatpirace@gmail.com or visit www.greatpirace.com

St. Peters Summer Camps Provide Variety for Kids Art can open up your mind to the world, and recreation can do a world of good for your entire body. This year, give your child the “best of both worlds” with St. Peters Summer Camps— all conveniently located at St. Peters City Centre. Registration begins on Monday, March 24, for St. Peters Art Experience Camps, Rec-Plex Activities Camps and Rec-Plex Sports Camps. St. Peters Summer Art Experience Camps are located in the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre in the west wing of City Hall. Art Experience Campers can exercise the imagination by creating art, and spend part of the time getting some exercise at the Rec-Plex next door or in the surrounding City Centre Park. Art Expe-

rience Camps include Drawing and Painting, Sculpture with Clay, Intensive Clay and more. Art Experience Camps are open to ages 6-9 and 10 and up. Plus, the Cultural Arts Centre will offer Fencing Camps for ages 10-16 and Theater Summer Camps for ages 9-14. The St. Peters Rec-Plex gives you the option of Activities Camps or Sports Camps. All RecPlex campers have fun swimming, ice skating, playing in the gym and park, going on field trips and other fun activities. Sports Camps also teach campers skills in one of these sports: soccer, flag football, basketball, volleyball, baseball, Rink Rats hockey or figure skating. All Rec-Plex Campers receive T-shirts and field trips at no extra cost. Rec-Plex Activities Camps are open to ages 6-12. Sports Camps are open to kids ages 7-12. Weekly Rec-Plex Activities Camps begin May 28. Art Experience Camps and Sports Camps begin June 3. Register for all St. Peters Summer Camps in person at the St. Peters Rec-Plex, 5200 Mexico Road. Bring a St. Peters Resident Privilege Card when you register to receive lower weekly fees for Art Experience Camps and Rec-Plex Activities Camps. All Rec-Plex annual members and gold plus members also receive reduced fees for Activities Camps. Call 636.939.2386, extension 1400, or visit www.stpetersmo. net/camps online for weekly fees, camp dates, field trips, and other information.

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“Shrek The Musical” St. Charles Community College’s Young People’s Theatre will present Shrek The Musical March 21-30 in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building theater on the SCC campus, 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville. Shrek The Musical will be performed at 7pm FridaySaturday, March 21-22 and 28-29, and 2pm SaturdaySunday, March 22-23 and March 29-30. Tickets are $9 for all ages. Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig, the musical is set in a faraway kingdom that is turned upside down when an ugly ogre – not a handsome prince – shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a talkative donkey, a bad guy, a cookie with attitude and more than a dozen other fairytale misfits, and you get a mess that calls for a real hero. YPT cast members include Alia Aaron, Dani Baker, Candence and Carlin Bippen, Brock and Stone Birkner, Bailey Blessing, Amanda Blythe, Dan Borrelli, Sam Bottini, Zac Cary, Emma Chesbrough, Jimmy

and Joey Coogan, John Emery, Andrew Feigenbaum, Natasha Ferkel, Thomas Fischer, Luke Gottreu, Josiah Haan, Hannah Haedike, Maille Hanson, Taryn Herbst, Jessica Kahn, Sydney Koehler, Grace Kotraba, Becca Krauss, Luke and Daniel Larabee, Jordan Marshall, Zoe Meier, Rain Northtrop, Gillian and Alex Pendel, Andrew Salmo, Mariah Skelly, Anna and Lacy Slezak, Madeleine Smith, Benjamin Stanley, Mitchell Stille, Emily Turner, Renee and Stephanie Voteau, CJ and Becca Waligurski, and Joe and Rachel Weidig. Additional ensemble members include Joelle Aaron, Matthew Cox, Jack Deters, Paige Falcomata, Abby Photo courtesy of St. Charles Community College’s Young People’s Theatre Feldt, Carson Hahn, Brynne Laspe, Turner and Teegan Winkeler. Billy McCance, Claire Schwalb, Carly Rae Stevenson, For more information or tickets, call 636.922.8233, Branden Stille, Tessa Stille, Abby Turner, Rebecca or visit www.stchastickets.com.

Cold Weather Will Affect Upcoming Utility Bills Cuivre River Electric Cooperative reminds everyUtility bills will be higher for this period, regard- members can easily monitor their daily energy use, one that recent warmer temperatures might make less of the heating source. gain weather data, view their bill or make payments February energy use seem like an afterthought until Weatherization options can pay off at www.cuivre.com. Click on the E-Bill Payment the next utility bill arrives. However, the impact of There are some low-cost ways homeowners can link at the top in the orange vertical bar on the left this winter’s record-breaking cold may affect utility make weatherization improvements which can lead side of the home page. bills for the next month. to lower energy use. There’s never a wrong time to Consumers will need their account number to set Regardless of the heating source, more energy make the decision to weatherize because it will pay up a password to access account information. This is required to heat a home when the temperature off in the long run. is a free service. drops. Check to see if attics and crawlspaces have an adFor example, if a home thermostat is set to 68 de- equate amount of insulation. Use spray grees, the heating system will work to consistently foam and caulking to seal areas where air maintain that level. The heating system doesn’t leaks into a home. Don’t forget to check know if the temperature is 35 degrees or zero out- where pipe and utility holes enter the side. It doesn’t know if anybody is home or not. The home. thermostat and furnace work in unison to maintain Cuivre River offers energy tips and the desired temperature. home energy audit information in the If the temperature is zero outside the furnace will Energy Tips section at www.cuivre.com work longer and harder to maintain the desired tem- to help consumers save. perature. Monitor energy use & billing Electricity is a unique product which is generally Cuivre River Electric Cooperative paid for after it’s consumed. Many people don’t realize that more than 50 percent of their winter electric use is attributed just to heating if they have electric heat. www.psrapp.com According to National Weather Service data for St. Louis, the first 68 days of 2014 (January 1 – March 9) provided some weather which hadn’t been experienced here in decades. January brought average temperatures of 27.6 degrees, or 4.2 degrees below average. February shocked us with an average temperature that was actually lower than January’s average. February’s average was 27.4 degrees, or 8.9 degrees below normal. The first nine days of March delivered an average temperature of 32 degrees, or 10.3 degrees below normal. Facts to note during the first 68 days of 2014: - 27 days had a maximum temperature of 32 degrees or below; - 60 days had a minimum temperature of 32 degrees or below; and - 5 days had a minimum temperature of zero degrees or below. Rural areas may have experienced even colder temperawww.stcharlesconventioncenter.com tures. www.MoMedicaidColation.org

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Chamber New Year’s Resolution 5K Run The Western St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce’s New Year’s Resolution Run is quickly approaching, and spots are still available. The race will begin at 8:30am on Sunday, March 23 at The Meadows at Lake St. Louis. The fee per runner is $30. Runners can register for the race by going to the following websites:

http://westernstcharlescountychamber.com/store or www.bigriverrunning.com , by contacting the Western St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce at 636.327.6914, at the chamber office located at 210 South Linn Avenue in Wentzville, or by downloading a form from the chamber website http://westernstcharlescountychamber.com.

Bring Life to the Human Figure Photo courtesy of St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department

More than 4,000 candy-filled eggs will be hidden throughout the Youth Activity Park’s 25-acre facility at 7801 Highway N in Dardenne Prairie, during the annual St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department’s Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 12. For just $5 per child, registrants up to 12 years of age will be able to participate in the outside hunt as well as enjoy a variety of eggthemed games inside the park complex. The Easter Bunny will also be visiting with children and available for photos throughout the event. There will be three separate hunts going on during the festivities – rain or shine. Hunts for toddlers ages 3 and under begin at 10am; children ages 4-6 at 10:30am; and kids ages 7-12 at 11am. There are nearly 1,400 eggs to hunt for in each age group. In addition, one individual in each age group will have a chance to win a basket filled with toys and goodies if they find the prize egg with a message inside. Advanced registration is encouraged as each hunt is limited to 100 participants. To register your child today, visit us at www.stccparks.org and click on the Register Online Go! button or contact the Youth Activity Park at 636.561.4964.

The human figure is often a focal point of artwork. Learn how to activate the human figure in The Human Figure in Motion, taught by artist Jerry Thomas at the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre. The class is being offered on Thursdays, from April 3-24 from 6-9pm. The cost to attend is $104. Jerry Thomas will teach you the skills of creating axis lines, foreshortening, center of gravity, energy lines, thrust, opposition of movements and

accurate proportion. These skills will allow you to create a more life-like and active human figure in your next artistic creation. For more information or to register for this class, contact Jerry Thomas at 314.878.3048 or email at jt4art@swbell.net. The class is being held at the St Peters Cultural Arts Centre, located at St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Boulevard in St. Peters.

Bark in the Park The Humane Society of Missouri and Purina ONE® present Bark in the Park, the largest dog festival in the Midwest! The annual event will be held Saturday, May 17, from 9am-1pm at Cricket Field in Forest Park. Grab your favorite furry companion for a fun family festival, which features a 5k

run, 1-mile walk and pancake breakfast—all benefiting the Humane Society of Missouri Animal Cruelty Fund. Registration is $35 per person and includes an official Bark in the Park t-shirt. Dogs and kids 12 and under are free! For more information and to register, visit www.hsmo.org/bark.

Artificial Pancreas Captivates Audience

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Living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) for 10 years puts Thomas P. Brobson, JDRF’s national director of research investment opportunities, in the unique position to effectively communicate JDRF’s cutting edge research and development activities. JDRF Greater Missouri and Southern Illinois Chapter hosted Brobson for a series of talks in early March. “Tom covered the waterfront of JDRF-funded early exploratory research to proofof-concept and proof of efficacy clinical trials. He answered a host of questions and clearly addressed the challenges JDRF faces in the discovery, development and delivery of drugs and devices to cure, better treat and prevent T1D,” said Emily Rapp, Chapter Board President. “Audience members were particularly moved to hear about his personal thrill – wearing the first generation artificial pancreas as part of a clinical trial. There were plenty of goose bump moments hearing about other innovations farther in the future, as well. We left with many reasons to hope. “ Amy and Steve Hillemann of Lake St. Louis were especially interested in hearing about the artificial pancreas from Thomas F. Brobson, JDRF’s national director of research investment opportunities. Their daughter, Jaden, is eight and was diagnosed with T1D four years ago.

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SSM St. Joseph’s Hospital West Receives Cuivre River Lighting Rebate SSM St. Joseph’s Hospital West has received a $9,360 commercial lighting rebate from Cuivre River Electric Cooperative for installing 18 energy efficient lighting fixtures in the parking area of the Lake Saint Louis medical facility. By changing from metal halide to LED lights, SSM St. Joseph projects a savings of 62,678 kilowatthours per year which is equal to nearly $279 per fixture. The rebate program, available to commercial accounts served by Cuivre River, is part of the Take Control & Save energy efficiency initiative developed by wholesale energy supplier Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. for its member cooperatives. The program’s goal is to help Cuivre River’s members reduce watts, save energy and save money. Rebates are available to businesses served by Cuivre River which have a minimum of 10 lighting fixtures to retrofit or install. The rebate amount, based on the type of fixture being replaced or installed, can cover up to 40 percent of the capital cost of the lighting fixtures. Rebates are capped at $30,000 per year per business.

“Businesses of all sizes have great opportunities to improve lighting efficiency and save money,” says Keith Stone, Cuivre River Branch Office Manager. “We’re pleased to offer the Take Control & Save energy saving program from our wholesale power supplier to our local business members, such as the St. Joseph’s Hospital West.” Stone adds, “The commercial lighting rebate program encourages new and existing businesses to analyze and evaluate existing lighting fix- Cuivre River Electric Cooperative’s Branch Office Manager Keith Stone (center) presents a tures, plan efficiency improvements, and build $9,360 commercial lighting rebate check to Gene Walkenhorst of SSM St. Joseph’s Hospienergy efficient lighting infrastructures for new tal West (second from right) for installing energy efficient lighting fixtures in the parking area of the Lake Saint Louis medical facility. Also celebrating the grant are SSM’s Barb Cox facilities.” (far left) Mike Williams (second from left) and Dan Smith (far right). Lighting rebates ranging from $500 to $30,000 ditor for more information about the Take Control & Save have been awarded through the program to date, producing savings and improved lighting for places commercial lighting rebate program at 636.528.8261, such as warehouses, meeting halls, schools, auto repair 636.695.4700, or 800.392.3709, extension 399. The most up-to-date program details and a list of approved lighting shops, and tool and dye shops. Contact a Cuivre River Electric Cooperative energy au- contractors can be found at www.cuivre.com.

Children’s Trust Fund Awardees The Community and Children’s Resource Board of St. Charles County announced at its recent board meeting the agencies awarded funds through the Children’s Trust Fund license plate campaign. Steve Stahl, chair of the Children’s Trust Fund Committee of the CCRB, announced the following awardees: • Boys and Girls Club ($3,000.00) • The Child Center ($1,555.97) • Community Living ($2,000) • Crisis Nursery ($5,000) • Lutheran Family and Children’s Services ($1,881.53) • United Services for Children ($1,562.50) • Youth In Need ($5,000.00) Funds distributed through the Children’s Trust FundLicense Plate Fund must be used to support, develop,

implement and evaluate child abuse and neglect prevention programs and services in St. Charles County. Child abuse and neglect prevention programs are defined as any community-based educational, family support or resource program designated to prevent, alleviate or reduce the risk of child abuse or neglect in St. Charles County. St. Charles County is one of 29 license plate partners with the Children’s Trust Fund of Missouri. The funds are overseen by the Community and Children’s Resource Board of St. Charles County and are distributed in the form of reimbursable grants to local agencies providing child abuse and neglect prevention services. Kevin Cantwell,

Ribbon Cutting Kenny Parker, Regional Director and Kenny Parker, Jr, wealth manager celebrated the grand opening of the new location for Money Concepts with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, March 7. Joining Kenny and Kenny were family, friends, employees and clients of Money Concepts. Also attending were City of St. Peters Alderman Jerry Hollingsworth and Terri Violet, Board members and ambassadors with the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. Money Concepts is located at 5600 Mexico Road, Suite 1 in St. Peters. For more information on Money Concepts and the services they provide, visit their website at www.moneyconcepts.co/kparker.

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CCRB Chairperson, reports that “the agencies awarded funds through the Children’s Trust Fund grant are working tirelessly in St. Charles County to reduce the risk of child abuse and neglect, and we are pleased to provide support for their efforts.”

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Missouri Glory Awards

Left to Right, front row; Rebecca R., Jennifer S., Michelle P., Erin P, Ashna M, McKenzie V. and Emma F. Back row; Alex C., Patrick K, Charlie W., Keenan B., Edward K., Adam B. and Sean D. Photo courtesy of St. Dominic High School

Fourteen St. Dominic High School Sophomores were honored in Jefferson City on March 6 for their commitment to the Missouri Glory Awards. At St. Dominic High School the Glory of Missouri Award is a prestigious award given to those sophomore students who exemplify the virtues of greatness. The Award is set up to recognize 14 students, each representing one of the virtues engraved in the House Chamber that make up the Glory of Missouri. The students were nominated by faculty members for their clear example of representing one of the virtues in the following categories: Knowledge, Liberty, Equality, Law, Justice, Fraternity, Enterprise, Temperance, Progress, Honor, Truth, Virtue, Education and Charity This year’s recipients were; Erin P., McKenzie V., Ashna M., Edward K., Michelle P., Emma F., Jennifer S., Rebecca R., Alex C., Keenan B., Adam B., Sean D., Patrick K., Charlie W.

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Local Bullying Prevention Program Recognized The Wentzville School District has been rec- prevention programs, and District leaders unognized by the School Safety Advocacy Council derstand that,” said Paul Langhorst, co-founder (SSAC), a nationally-renowned school safety or- of the CyberBully Hotline. “That’s why we nomiganization, for the District’s bullying prevention nated Wentzville for this award, and we’re happy programs. The WSD was one of only four school that they were selected. districts nationwide to receive an Exemplary Bul“Our hope is that in addition to recognizing the lying Prevention Program Award this year from outstanding efforts of these organizations, we can the SSAC. Over 70 nominations were submitted begin showcasing some best examples to other to the SSAC awards committee, which honors schools and districts that may be seeking strateschools and individuals who are making a differ- gies to address both school and community bullyence in the field of bullying prevention. ing”, stated Curt Lavarello, executive director for The District uses a combination of character ed- the School Safety Advocacy Council. The SSAC ucation, bullying prevention, and anonymous re- was established as a collaborative partnership beporting programs to maintain a positive school cli- tween education, law enforcement and emergenmate and help students report any issues that may cy first responders. The council’s primary focus arise. “Giving every student a safe place to learn is is school safety assessments, school safety drills a top priority of the Wentzville School District,” and exercises, as well as the delivery of training to said Dr. Melody Marcantonio, assistant superin- school personnel and law enforcement. tendent of Administrative Services. “Bullying prevention is an important part of our school safety efforts, and we’re honored that our programs have been recognized by the School Safety Advocacy Council.” Parents have already given their stamp of approval to the District’s efforts. In the most recent WSD Parent Satisfaction Survey, 87 percent of the more than 2,500 respondents said that they feel that their children are safe at school. “A rapidly growing school district like Wentzville needs strong bullying Photo courtesy of The Wentzville School District

Local Students Honored in Jefferson City Two St. Charles Community College students were recently honored by the Missouri Community College Association in Jefferson City. The students were named to the All-Missouri Academic Team, an honor bestowed on the state’s top community college students. The students honored include: Max Leible. Mr. Leible is using the A+ scholarship to attend SCC. He’s also planning to attend UMSL in the fall as a junior finance major and hopes to interview for internships with major corporate finance organizations. He will bring considerable experience to the table, having started three small businesses and served as an econ tutor

at SCC. Mr. Leible has been named to the college’s dean’s list and is the vice president of fellowship and fundraising for his campus PTK chapter. Amanda Shipley. Ms. Shipley is studying nursing at SCC and plans to transfer to UMSL to get a BSN. She’d like to continue her studies, ultimately earning a nurse practitioner degree. Ms. Shipley currently works as an admitting representative for Mercy Healthcare and is the vice president of service for SCC’s PTK chapter. She is on the dean’s list. Ms. Shipley is also a Gold Scholar Award recipient from the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation. Each year the foundation honors the 150 highestscoring All-USA Team members from around the country by presenting them with gold, silver, or bronze medallions and a stipend. Each student received a scholarship made possible by a donation from MOHELA, the state’s nonprofit secondary market lender and servicer in the student loan industry.

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“Mr. Peabody & Sherman”

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Jay Ward was the delightfully subversive creator of such classic cartoons as Crusader Rabbit, Rocky & Bullwinkle, and Dudley Do-Right. This year, DreamWorks Animation tackled Mr. Peabody & Sherman, Ward’s edgy and offbeat series about a hyper-intelligent dog and his adopted boy. While the animation is quite good, the story lacks Ward’s insight and offbeat humor. Ty Burrell of Modern Family fame lends his voice to the spectacled, bowtiewearing Mr. Peabody. A canine with a genius level IQ, Mr. Peabody works for the betterment of mankind, but something in his life is missing. After testifying in Mr. Peabody & Sherman photos courtesy of DreamWorks Animation court, he is allowed to adopt Sherman Jay Ward’s animated series was filled with clever (Max Charles), a foundling he discovered jokes and sly references, some of which were too main an alley. ture for young viewers. Rob Minkoff, director of Mr. To keep his boy entertained, the clever canine invents a time machine called the Wayback. The two of Peabody & Sherman, also goes for the funny, but his them use the device to explore history. Unfortunately, jokes are too obscure or subtle. In the school cafeteSherman has now reached school age and must attend ria, for instance, a student carries a Stephen Hawking brand “Brief History of Lunch” lunchbox. school with other children. On the plus side, Ty Burrell hits high notes with his interpretation of Mr. Peabody. Like the 1960s version, this Mr. Peabody isn’t afraid to show everyone that he is much smarter than them. Despite his brains, the dog has a lot to learn about relationships. Burrell had fun with the character and it shows. The biggest problem here is the misuse of time travel as a plot device. In the 1960s, Mr. Peabody and Sherman took

regular trips into the past, but the show’s version of history was rightly called improbable. During one trip to visit King Arthur, the duo defeat a fire-breathing dragon with a generous amount of bubble gum. In the film adaptation, time travel is secondary to the story. It is merely a device to examine the relationship between Peabody and Sherman. That flies in the face of what Jay Ward accomplished on television. Ward took traditional history lessons and turned them upside-down. Overall, Mr. Peabody & Sherman is an interesting, though sometimes joyless, attempt to resurrect two beloved animated characters. Anyone who wants to see the real thing can easily find them online or on DVD. Mr. Peabody & Sherman, rated PG for some mild action and brief rude humor, currently is playing in theaters. Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

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Gary Baute Player Spotlight for the Rascals Eric Williams starts his fourth consecutive season with the Rascals after leading the Frontier League over the past two seasons with a combined 192 walks. He was questioned about the very high total and he commented, “I get paid to get on base, and that’s how I get on base.” Frontier League pitchers know all too well Williams’ balanced approach at the plate, and because of that league-wide label, focus excessively on throwing him strikes. On the defensive side he sets himself apart from the other players as well. Over those three seasons, that’s more than 280 games, Williams has committed only one error. His motto, “Always be prepared for anything,” he said. “I couldn’t just react to anything on the field. I quickly learned that in order to strive for the perfection I wanted, I had to anticipate everything. Before every pitch, I’m running the scenarios through in my head getting ready for whatever comes my way. That’s why, I think, I have been pretty good on defense.” *Senior year Women’s Freshman Basketball Player Noticed at Lindenwood Pick The Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA) Conference announced its postseason awards and All-Conference teams. First year Kassidy Gengenbacher was named the conference freshman of the Year and was placed on the All-MIAA Second Team. She led the Lady Lions in scoring (15.4), steals (45), 3-point percentage (.448), and free throw percentage (.836). Gengenbacher also ranked fifth in scoring, second in free throw percentage, fifth in steals, and first in 3-point percentage in the conference. The freshman from Quincy, Ill. led the team in scoring 15 times this season and scored in double figures 22 of 26 games she played in. Lindenwood finished the MIAA regular season with a record of 14-12 overall and 9-10 in conference play. The Lady Lions will be part of the upcoming MIAA Tourna-

ment at Hyland Arena. *Great start to college League Honors Soccer Ambush Player The Major Indoor Soccer League honored its top performers of the season in several different categories for the 2013-14 season. The winners were announced at an awards ceremony in Independence, Missouri, site of the upcoming first leg of the 2014 MISL Championship Series featuring the Missouri Comets and the Baltimore Blast. Rookie of the Year was Odaine Sinclair of the St. Louis Ambush. The Jamaican from Baker University had a strong first season for the expansion St. Louis club as he led all rookies with 37 points. He was also in the top 20 in points in the league. As impressive as his finishing touch was, however, it was Sinclair’s work-rate that saw him constantly harrying opposing defenders that made him a player to watch in each of the Ambush’s contests. Sinclair’s most memorable performance of the season came when he had a hat trick and set up Cory Adamson’s game-winning goal in overtime as the Ambush defeated Syracuse 14-12 on Dec. 29, 2013. “When we first saw Sinclair at open tryouts we felt he was a special player.” Coach Daryl Doran said, “We were pleased with his instant impact on our offense as a rookie. He scored some big goals for us this season and I see a bright future for him in this league.” Brad Cleveland, director of communications stated, “Sinclair was a standout on and off the field throughout the season. Along with his play on the field Sinclair was a fixture in the community and fan favorite wherever he went.” *A real leader Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL. com, among many other activities. Currently he broadcasts a radio show on 590 ‘The Man’ and 1380 ‘The Woman.’

High School Sports High School Hoops It was a rough end for the Ft. Zumwalt West girls and Ft. Zumwalt South boys basketball teams. Both teams lost in the Class 5 quarter-final games last Saturday at the Hyland Arena at Lindenwood University. It took double overtime for St. Joseph’s Academy to dispose of Ft. Zumwalt West, winning 87-76. West (27-5) trailed most of the game, but outscored St. Joseph’s 22-9 in the 4th quarter to force overtime. In the first overtime period, the teams scored seven points each, but St. Joseph’s turned it on in the second OT outscoring the Jaguars 17-6. West was hampered all game with their season’s leading scorer, Lexi Moe, having foul trouble. Despite fouling out late in the 4th quarter, Moe finished with

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17 points. Jada Poland and Lianne Marquez led the Jaguars for the game with 21 points each. Included in Marquez’s totals were three 3-point buckets. With the Jaguars trailing with two minutes remaining, Marquez hit a bucket while falling backwards to the floor to pull the Jags to within two. Poland tied the game connecting on a spin around jumper from the right block with just 11 seconds to go. St. Jospeh’s had a chance to win the game with just two-tenths of a second remaining in regulation. With two shots at the free throw line, St. Joseph’s Lexi Gorman missed both, and the game went into OT tied at 63. In Ft. Zumwalt South’s game, the student-body sections for both schools were already electric, when Hazelwood Central’s Xavier Sneed jammed home a dunk a minute into the contest, sending the Hawks’ student body into a frenzy. Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box includes all the digits 1 through 9.

The teams traded points and were tied 5-5 just 2:30 into the contest. From that point forward, the Hawks outscored the Bulldogs 19-5, including five 3-pointers. The Hawks would finish the game with a total of 11 3-point buckets. While Bulldogs’ leading scorer for the season, Preston Whitfield, ended with 13 points, he did not have any field goals until well into the third quarter. In the game, South’s Marshawn Blackmon led all scorers with 25. The Bulldogs struggled shooting the ball connecting on just 31 percent of their 2-point and 3-point shots. The Bulldogs finished the season with a 23-6 record.

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A mix-up casts three creatures into the Canadian wilderness, an old English bull terrier, perky Labrador retriever and regal Siamese cat. The companions, dedicated to one another, eventually find their way back to their former home, their only map their primal instincts. Published in 1960, The Incredible Journey, a Tale of Three Animals, by Sheila Burnford remains a beloved classic. When the pet’s owner, Mr. Longridge, leaves his home for a vacation, he assumes the animals will be cared for by of his housekeeper, who looks in on his property. But there’s a miscommunication; she believes the trio of friends have gone along with him. That isn’t the case, of course. For 250 miles, the companions travel on through the dense woods. Along the way, they battle wild animals, floodwaters, fatigue and ever-present hunger, using their noses and intuition to guide them. Their trail of danger is fraught with near disaster, and skillfully rendered in black and white illustrations by Carl Burger. Here’s an old favorite sure to be a new favorite of young readers and their families alike.

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

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For sides, try: • A refreshing slaw with a hint of sweetness from apples, oranges or raisins • Oven-roasted sweet potato fries, dipped in extra sauce from the ribs • Extra-creamy macaroni and cheese with bacon If you’re entertaining a large crowd, make one batch with root beer and try another with cola, and let your guests pick their favorite. Garnish with thin slivers of red onion for a trophy-worthy presentation. If you don’t have a slow cooker, roast ribs until tender, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. To round out your game-day menu with more juicy, tender pork recipes, visit www.porkbeinspired.com.

Slow-Cooker Root Beer Ribs Yield: 6 servings Ingredients: 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon salt 2 teaspoons onion powder 1 teaspoon allspice 2 racks St. Louis-style pork spare ribs, (2 1/3 to 3 pounds each), cut into 3-or 4-rib sections 1 1/2 cups (12 ounce can) root beer, (not diet), divided 2 tablespoons cornstarch, dissolved in 2 table spoons cold water

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS March 22: Knights of Columbus Clowns Benefit for Cardinal Glennon 2pm, St. Peters City Hall Theater, One St. Peters Centre Boulevard in St. Peters. Donations to benefit children in need will be taken at the door. For more information please call Ed Loeffler at 314.630.3041.

Spencer Road in St. Peters, Room 112. This one hour film will focus on Constitutional Money and Economics. April 11: The Crisis Nursery Children’s Book Drive 8am-7pm, Providence Bank, 295 Salt Lick Road in St. Peters.

March 29: Gentemann Manor Independent Living Apartment Spring Craft and Bake Sale. 11am-3pm, Gentemann Manor, 1100 Meadow Pointe Drive in O’Fallon.

April 12: 9th Annual Progress South Elementary Family Fun Run 5K/1 mile. 8:30am, 201 Knaust Road in St. Peters. Prizes awarded to top finishers in each age group, proceeds benefit Special Ed Dept, register online at events.bigriverrunning. com/pse5K.

March 31: The Constitution is the Solution Free Showing 6pm, Spencer Road Library, 427

April 16: Free Financial Education-Your Own Home 6:30pm, O’Fallon Family YMCA,

3451 Pheasant Meadow Drive in O’Fallon. PNC Bank and The O’Fallon Family YMCA provide monthly Free Financial Education courses for members of the community. For additional information including a list of topics please call PNC Bank at 636.272.2449. May 4: Jardin du Lac Garden Club Plant Sale 8am-noon in front of the Lake St Louis CA building. One free 1 quart plant for every $25 spent. April 16: Free Financial Education-Your Own Home 6:30pm, O’Fallon Family YMCA, 3451 Pheasant Meadow Drive in O’Fallon. PNC Bank and The O’Fallon Family YMCA provide monthly Free Financial Education courses for members of the community. For additional information including a list of topics please call PNC Bank at 636.272.2449. Ongoing Events

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Every Friday, Now-April 11: Fairmount Baptist Church Fish Fry 3-7pm, Fairmount Baptist Church, 2299 Howell Road, St. Peters. All you care to eat meal. Bring two canned good receive a dollar off adult meal. For more information, please call 636.498.4475 1st Monday: Gardeners of St. Charles County Monthly Meeting 6:30pm. Location varies. 314.304.7480. 4th Monday: American Legion Post 388 Meets 6:30 pm at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Vets. Mem. Pkwy. 636.219.0553. Every Monday: St. Peters Rotary Club Noon at St. Peters City Hall, One

St. Peters Centre Blvd. www.stpetersrotary.org. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday: Fitness First Exercise Classes 9:30-10:30am, American Legion Hall, 504 Luetkenhaus Blvd., Wentzville. 314.369.6521. 1st Tuesday: Fleur de Lis Garden Society 6:30pm at the Kisker Road Library, 1000 Kisker Road. Info: Jeanne at 314.605.8563. 2nd Tuesday: Show-me Stitchers Embroiderer’s Guild of America 7pm at the Ladue Chapel. Info: www.showmestitchers.com. Last Tuesday of every month, St. Charles American Legion Post 312 spaghetti dinner. 5pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles. $5 per person. For more information call Post 312 at 636.947.7666. 4th Tuesday: O’Fallon Garden Club 6:30pm at Sunrise Methodist Church, 7116 Twin Chimney Blvd. Info: Barb at 636.978.5930. Every Tuesday: Kiwanis Club of St. Charles Noon-1pm at Bogey Hills Country Club, 1120 Country Club Rd. in St.Charles. Every Tuesday: St. Charles Optimist Club Noon-1pm at Pio’s Restaurant. Every Tuesday: Quilting Guild at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 1-4pm Free. Quilt for local charities. No sewing experience required. Every Tuesday: Toastmasters Meeting 7pm at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon. Info: 636.379.2505.

Every Tuesday: Gateway Spotlight ChorUS 7:15-9:45pm at First United Methodist Church, 801 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles. Info: www.gatewayspotlight.org or 636.256.6823. Every Tuesday & Thursday: Tai Chi at the St. Charles County Family YMCA 8-9am & 10:15-11:15am. No experience necessary. 636-928-1928. Tuesdays & Thursdays: Get Fit Exercise Classes 9-10am and 5:30-6:30pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Hall, New Melle. 314.369.6521. Every Wednesday: Active Older Adults Game Day at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 10am Free. Bring a favorite snack to share. Anybody welcome. Every Wednesday: Crossroads Cribbage Club 10am Meets at 1380 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379. 636.528.8379. Every Wednesday: Men’s Golf League 5pm, tee off at 5:30 pm at Heritage of Hawk Ridge. www.lakesaintlouis.com, under the parks and recreation section. Every Wednesday: Charity Bingo 6:45pm VFW Post 5077 sponsors, at VFW Hall, 8500 Veterans Mem. Pkwy., O’Fallon. 636.272.1945 or www.vfwpost5077.org. Every Wednesday. Kiwanis Club of Harvester monthly meeting. Noon, Fratelli’s Restorante, 2061 Zumbehl Road in St Charles. For more information, please contact kellenj@ATT.net 1st & 3rd Wednesday: St. Charles Area Wood Carvers 7pm at Weldon Spring Site Remedial Action Project, 7295 Hwy. 94 South, St. Charles. Visitors welcome!

This Months Shelter: The St. Charles County Pet Adoption Center 4850 Mid Rivers Mall Drive • St. Peters Mo 63366 • 636.949.7387 (PETS) www.almosthomesanctuary.org Open M-F 10-5, Wednesdays 10-6:30, Saturdays 10-4 If you’ve adopted a new family member that you saw in Community News, send us a picture of you and your new pal. Also include a brief story about your pet’s background and how they’re doing now. We’d love to share your happy story with other readers! Community News, 2139 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr., O’Fallon, MO 63366 or editor@ mycnews.com.

The U.S. Humane Society estimates 6 to 8 million dogs and cats enter shelters each year, and 3 to 4 million are euthanized. Please do your part to control overpopulation and to limit the number of unwanted animals. SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PETS!

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www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • March 19, 2014 2nd Wednesday: Free Financial Education- Money Matters 6:30pm at the O’Fallon Family YMCA. PNC Bank and The O’Fallon Family YMCA have partnered to provide monthly free financial education courses for members of the community. Info (including a list of topics): call PNC Bank at 636.272.2449. Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of St. Peters 6:30am at IHOP (3851 Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy St. Peters). 636.328.4941. Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon 11:45am Meets at JJ’s Restaurant in O’Fallon. Info: www.ofkiwanis. com. Every Thursday: O’Fallon Rotary Club Lunch Noon at The Holy Cross Lutheran Church (8945 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, across from Fort Zumwalt Park). Visitors welcome. 636.980.1777. Every Thursday: Yoga at The St. Charles County Family YMCA 7-7:55pm Any level. Info: 636.928.1928. 2nd & 4th Thursday: Alexander Chapter 242/Eastern Star St. Charles Masonic Lodge, 2051 Collier Corporate Parkway, St. Charles. 636.577.0056. Every Friday: Moms Play Group 10am at LSL Community Association, 100 Cognac Ct., Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367. 314.479.0306, andreacrislip@gmail.com or www. lslmothersclub.com.

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9:30am in Historic St. Charles. Info: Bill Dennis at 314.479.5750.

Food to at-risk children over the weekend. 636.327.6377

only. Registration: 636.949.9600 Info: 636.947.5163.

Every Saturday: Peaceful Puppy Mill Protest 11am - 12:30pm at Petland, 6131 Ronald Reagan Drive, Lake St. Louis. banmo.puppymills@yahoo. com.

Every Tuesday: Ministry To Men: Men’s Introductory Bible Discussion Groups 7am at United Methodist Church, 725 N. Wall St., Wentzville. Groups are interdenominational and beginners as well as “old timers” are welcome. 636.698.5598 or 636.625.3447.

Free Mammogram Screenings SSM Health Care offers free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments are available at SSM St. Joseph Health Center, 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis. Info: Karen at 636.947.5617.

Every Saturday: Charity Bingo 6:30pm, doors open at 4pm. Wentzville Community Club (500 West Main, Wentzville 63385). www.wentzvillefleamarket.org or www.facebook.com/wentzvillecommunity-club. 1st & 3rd Saturday: St Peters Square Dance Club Dances 6:30pm. 1st United Methodist Church, 801 First Capital Dr. www.squaredancestcharles.com. 2nd Sunday: Moscow Mills Lions Breakfast 7am - noon, September - April. Moscow Community Center, Hwy C. $7/adult, $4/child, under 6 free. www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/moscowmills. 2nd Sunday: The Wheelers and Dealers Square Dance 7pm. Blanchette Park, 1900 W Randolph St. www.squaredancestcharles.com. CHURCH Northside Church of Christ Free Correspondence Bible Course: Call for more information, 636.293.5030. Operation Backpack: United Methodist Church, Wentzville

3rd Tuesday: Luncheon for Seniors 11am - 2pm at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd., 636.561.8951 2nd Wednesday: Noon Luncheon Shiloh United Methodist Church, 1515 Hwy T, Foristell, 636.673.2144. HEALTH Cancer Survivor Fitness Program Free for all cancer patients and survivors. A 12-week program with trained instructors to help participants regain energy and improve stamina. St. Charles County Family YMCA, 636-928-1928. Diabetes Self Management Training (DSMT) Available with a doctor’s order. 636.949.9600 or Patty Shelton at 636.947.5573. Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) A nutritional diagnostic therapy and counseling service held at SSM St. Joseph Health Center. Available with a doctor’s order

Diabetes Prevention Program Helping those at high risk for type 2 diabetes adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles to reduce chances of developing the disease. Held at participating YMCA’s throughout the St. Louis and St. Charles areas. This program is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-led National Diabetes Prevention Program. Contact Joyce Hoth at 314.436.1177. Crisis Nursery Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. 24hour helpline: 314.768.3201. Or 636.947.0600, www.crisisnurserykids.org Support Groups Daily: 12 Step Recovery Club

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Every Friday: VFW Fish Fry 3-8pm VFW Post 2866. 66 VFW Lane. Call Bill Sams, 636.724.9612. Every Friday through April 11: Fairmount Baptist Church Fish Fry 3-7pm, Fairmount Baptist Church, 2299 Howell Road, St. Peters. All you care to eat meal. Bring two canned good receive a dollar off adult meal. For more information, please call 636.498.4475 Every Friday, St. Charles American Legion Post 312 charity bingo 6:30pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles. For more information call Post 312 at 636.947.7666. Every Saturday: Chess 8-11am or later in the food court at Mid Rivers Mall in St. Peters. Every Saturday: Veterans Learn guitar for FREE Sudoku Solutions from page 10

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I’m Jealous It’s too bad us seniors weren’t raised in today’s childhood electronic heaven. We didn’t have cellphones, computers or any other of the ubiquitous electronic gizmos of our present world. When I was a kid and wanted to do something besides homework and chores, I tried to find some other kids to play with by going outside and finding them. My parents believed telephones were for business and emergencies but seldom for just plain old howthe-heck-are-ya jabber sessions. A few housewives dominated the party lines chattering about their gall bladder operations or varicose veins. They were sometimes threatened by irate neighbors who wanted to use the phone. Its use seldom included children’s efforts to get up a ball game or a bicycle ride with friends. If we were today’s children, we might have our own cell phones to text each other or personal computers or iPads to email messages about boyfriends, girlfriends, sports statistics or street gang rumbles. We could even play sports games on computers or the TV screen with our friends in other places with Xbox. Instead we played baseball in a sandlot, pasture or if we were lucky, the local park. In today’s modern society, we could have all sorts of

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playtime and never leave our houses. I think I’m jealous. Worse yet, we were made to come home for supper and eat with our parents. We didn’t have fast foods and pizzas either. We were made to eat balanced meals, as formulated by grocery store coupons and two-for-one sales. In - b e t w e e n - m e a l snacks were illegal in our generation. I suppose it’s why we didn’t know many fat kids. I picked up a Hostess cupcake in a grocery store Photo courtesy of Getty Images and went into sensory overload staring and salivating at this wonderfully appetizing, cellophane-wrapped, preservative-infused, calorific nightmare. Then I went into a funk because my mother said, “Put it back. I make the cupcakes around here!” She put no whipped cream in the middle but arguing with the chef meant no cupcakes. I even had to walk all the way to the TV set from my chair to turn it on or change channels. Remote controls were something from a Buck Rogers comic book. There were only two or three channels in black

and white and they were subject to some very stringent morals police actions. Two, in fact. One by networks and another by parents. Saturday morning cartoons held our attention to some degree but daytime television on weekdays must have been televised to bore deadbeat husbands enough to make them go find jobs. I think it still does. Even primetime TV in those days wasn’t a big deal for kids. After a month or two of I Love Lucy, I went and found a book to read or sneaked out and went frog hunting. If Red Skelton wasn’t on, I wasn’t interested although I admit, afternoons with Annette Funicello on the Mickey Mouse Club held my attention quite well. Today’s teens have programs with teenaged girls and boys who look like movie stars and sometimes dress accordingly. Saturday morning cartoons morphed into talking sponges or gratuitous violence by superheroes or hideous robots. Roadrunner and Bugs Bunny styled cartoon humor went the way of roof antennas. I still see kids playing ball although with adult supervision. To me, it seems oppressive but at least they’re out in the sunshine seizing the day. They still ride bicycles and hang out. Not all of them stay indoors, eat Twinkies and get fat while surfing the net or shooting people on Xbox. Considering all this, maybe I’m not so jealous after all. Joe Morice is Community News’s blue-collar philosopher. He was born and raised in Missouri and spent most of his childhood on a farm and adulthood operating big machines. He has no formal training as a writer, unless 60 years of writing about any and everything counts. The opinions expressed in this column are Joe Morice’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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