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Bring the whole family to this Saint Charles Riverfront Arts event. Saint Charles Riverfront Arts (SCRA) hosts the 8th Annual Spring ArtWalk on April 26, 27, and 28. This three-day event features juried artists housed indoors at various businesses along the northern end of Historic Main Street. The annual Spring ArtWalk event— started in 2006 by Saint Charles Riverfront Arts—is the primary venue to support the 501 c3 organization’s mission of growing a dynamic Art District in St. Charles County. The Spring ArtWalk is “artist friendly” —there is no commission on the artists’ sales, and the art is exhibited indoors. Two unique features of the Spring ArtWalk are the two six-week “Young Artists Workshop” and “Adult Artists Workshop” series, which began in mid-March and will conclude the week of the Spring ArtWalk event. Each of the “Artist Workshop” participants will select two to three pieces completed during the workshop sessions to be displayed in a special gallery setting during the 2013 Spring ArtWalk event. The always popular Patron’s Preference drawing will also be back at the

2013 Spring ArtWalk. Patron’s Preference will be held on Sunday, April 28 at 3pm. A limited number of tickets will be sold for the Patron’s Preference drawing at $100 per ticket. Ticket numbers are drawn and ticket holders can choose in the order they are drawn from more than 35 donated works of art from the Spring ArtWalk participating artists (each piece is valued at $250 or more.). Each ticket holder will be able to choose a piece of art. For more information or to purchase auction tickets for the Patron’s Preference auction, please visit the Saint Charles Riverfront Arts website at www.saintcharlesriverfrontarts.com. The mission of Saint Charles Riverfront Arts is to create and nourish an art district in the City of St. Charles that enriches the spirit and promotes the development and appreciation of the visual and performing arts. The organization provides cultural and educational activities to enhance the artistic quality of the community at large, and is a non-profit charitable organization. For more information about the upcoming “Spring ArtWalk” or for

questions regarding sponsorships for the event, please contact SCRA Board President Lou Cariffe at 636.399.5345 or via email at lcariffe@sbcglobal.net. And for more information about the Saint Charles Riverfront Arts organization, please visit their website at www. saintcharlesriverfrontarts.com.

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lute to the great French city of art and culture, will be performed at noon Tuesday, April 16, in the SCC Café/Bookstore. Guests will enjoy croissants and chocolate éclairs, and hear the fabled music of George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Oscar Hammerstein. A modern art lecture and brown bag lunch, The Art World in Paris – Post World War II, will be held at noon Wednesday, April 17, in Room 1102 of the Social Sciences Building. Brian Alich, SCC art technician, will present on the art world in Paris, France, when Gertrude Stein became famous among artists from around the world. Woody Allen’s Academy Award-winning film, Midnight in Paris, will be shown at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 18, in Room 1102 of the Social Sciences Building. The 2011 film starring Owen Wilson is set in current day and the 1920s when Gertrude Stein, Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald captivated Paris. The film is rated PG-13 and will be introduced by Heather Rodgers, SCC associate professor of English. A seminar, Perilous Times: Robert F. Kennedy and the Civil Rights Era, will be held at 9 a.m. Monday, April 29, in Room 205206 of the Student Center. SCC faculty members Vickie Herbel, Ron Pettus, Michael Kuelker and Hal Berry will discuss what became one of the most violent periods in American social and political history. For show times or to purchase tickets, visit www.stchastickets. com or call the SCC Box Office at 636.922.8050. For more information on SCC’s American Theatre Festival, visit www.stchas.edu/ americantheatrefest. For accommodations information, e-mail www.meadowlandsestates.com accessibilityservice@stchas.edu.

St. Charles Community College will host the American Theatre Festival in April and May, to include three theatrical performances, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? RFK and Gertrude Stein and a Companion, as well as a series of events focusing on history and literary topics, presented by the English, History and Theater departments at SCC. The American Theatre Festival has its own blog, as well as Facebook and Twitter feeds. SCC’s Center Stage Theatre performance of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf, by Edward Albee, directed by SCC’s Hal Berry, will be in the theater of Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building April 24-28. Gertrude Stein and a Companion by Win Wells and directed by SCC’s Rebecca David will be in the auditorium of the Social Sciences Building May 1-5. RFK by Jack Holmes and directed by SCC’s Alex Saccavino, will be in auditorium of the Social Sciences Building May 1-5. A series of free events will lead into the performances: Lunchtime in Paris, a 45-minute musical sa-

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Shred/Recycle Day Clean out your file cabinets and take advantage of Coldwell Banker Gundaker’s St. Charles County office’s Shred/Recycle Day on April 27 from 9am - 12pm at 2101 Bluestone Drive, St. Charles. Dispose of all your old documents and electronics on-site free of charge. “We’re excited to provide the community an opportunity to take advantage of the only truck in the St. Louis area to contain a pulverizor from American Document Destruction,” said Chuck Martoia, branch manager of the Coldwell Banker Gundaker St. Charles County office. “Those that bring their documents should know that while

the machine can handle rubber bands, staples, paperclips, and bendable clips, we ask that all 3 ring binders or heavy metal clips be removed.” Once documents are shredded they are then hauled away for recycling. SpectrumEcycle will also be on-site to safely dispose of all computer-related equipment including desktop and laptop computers, monitors, printers, VCRs, TVs, and phones. Electronics such as televisions or computer monitors will be recycled for a minimal fee to ensure the disposal of hazardous material results in zero landfill. To learn more about the event, call 636.946.7880.

Department; TJ Runge, from the American Red Cross; and Doug Bolnick, from the St. Charles County Department of Community Health and the Environment; will illustrate How to Develop a Family and Individual Preparedness Plan. • Ina McCaine-Obenland, St. Charles County Division of Emergency Management, Ed Gilliam, City of St. Peters Office of Emergency Management, and Michael Daniels, Warren County Emergency Management Agency, will discuss How and Why Develop an Organizational Plan? • St. Charles County Community Organizations Active in Disaster Chairperson Sheila HarrisWheeler will lead a presentation on community resources entitled, Getting Involved – the Next Steps. Agencies sponsoring the Faith-Based Emergency Planning Workshop are the American Red Cross, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Community Council of St. Charles County, Community Organizations Active in Disaster, Crider Health Center, the Lincoln County Emergency Management Agency, the Lincoln County Health Department, Lincoln County Medical Center, Progress West HealthCare Center, St. Charles County Government, the St. Charles County Ambulance District, Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service, SSM Health Care, the State of Missouri, and Warren County Government.

Get your day off to a healthy start by participating in the Fiesta 5K at 7:30am on May 4 outside the Renaud Spirit Center (RSC). Or, register for the RSC Kids 1-Mile Run/Walk which is perfect for the younger members of the family with a parent, and all participants will get an award. Festive costumes with a Cinco de Mayo theme are encouraged for both races, and prizes will be awarded for the best. Register by April 13 to get a T-shirt in a preferred size. In addition to the races: • The RSC Fitness Festival will be held from 7am – 11am with free aerobics classes for the family, including dance fusion for kids, Aqua Zumba, face painting, inflatables, a kids’ obstacle course, a balloon artist, free raffles and prizes, and seminars and health screenings. • The RSC will hold an open house with free admission and use of the facilities from 7am – 7pm, swimming from noon to 6:30pm, open gym from 2:30 – 7pm, and a 10% discount on a membership if you join on May 4. The RSC is located at 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon. Visit www.renaudspiritcenter.com to enter the Fiesta 5K and the RSC Kids’ 1-Mile Run/Walk. For both races: a $5 fee will be added for late registration from April 14 through May 3. T-shirts are not guaranteed to be available to race day entrants, and a $10 late fee will be charged for race day registration. There’s no charge to enter the costume contest. For more information about the event, contact Ty Joyce at tjoyce@ ofallon.mo.us or 636.474.8122. Or, call RSC staff at 636.474.2732.

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Disaster Planning Among Area Faith-Based Organizations In a disaster, many look to their faith as a means for support. When a tornado, flood, fire, disease outbreak or other emergency impacts our community, faith organization leaders may wonder, “What Can We Do to Help?” or “What Resources Can Help Us?” To help answer those questions and to illustrate plans available to help individuals, families and entire organizations, a variety of agencies in Lincoln, St. Charles and Warren counties are teaming to present a Faith-Based Emergency Planning Workshop on May 7 at Quail Ridge Lodge (5501 Quail Ridge Parkway in Wentzville, inside St. Charles County’s Quail Ridge Park). Beginning at 9am, the workshop will help faith leaders and congregations prepare for, respond to and recover from potentially dangerous or disruptive events. Those interested in attending this event should register before April 26 at www.eventbrite.com/event/3403823929 or by calling Doug Bolnick at 636.949.7408. Open to faith leaders from all denominations, the three-hour conference will emphasize planning as a means for protecting the congregation and reducing the disruption of normal operations for the organization. Among the topics covered during the Faith-Based Emergency Planning Workshop are: • Cole County Sheriff Greg White (an ordained minister himself) will provide the conference’s welcoming address and will explain The Impact of Preparedness Planning on Recovery. • Mark Dietrich, from the St. Louis County Office of Emergency Management, will outline the scope of preparedness planning through I Didn’t Know What I DID NOT KNOW! • Emma Epplin, from the Lincoln County Health

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Charity Wedding Gown Sale Brides Against Breast Cancer is a national nonprofit that tours the country selling donated wedding gowns with the proceeds directly going towards programs and services for people who are affected by cancer. Women can come to the St. Louis sale and purchase designer wedding gowns and bridal accessories at up to 85% off retail price while enjoying a signature beverage, light bites, entertainment, giveaways, and meeting the top vendors in the wedding industry. A $25 VIP ticket gives buyers a chance to learn more about the mission of BABC and how they or their business can make a difference, a preview of designer discounted gowns, and the ability to browse, try on, and purchase a dress ahead of the general admission. May 11– 6pm – 9pm ($25 VIP* Pink Power Hour Tax Deductible Donation per Bride and per each guest) May 12 – 10am – 5pm ($5 Tax Deductible Donation per Bride and per each guest) Event Venue: Sheraton St. Louis City Center Hotel & Suites, 400 S. 14th Street, St. Louis. There will be hundreds of designer, couture, and upcycled gowns available ranging from $99 to $4,000, all styles in sizes 0-30. A selection of exclusive designer and couture gowns valued up to $20,000 are also available at an incredible 25% to 85% savings. There is a 20% discount for active military and reserves (proof of service required). If anyone would like to volunteer for our upcoming area show, visit babcvolunteerstlouismo2013.eventbrite.com/# You can donate your gown at the show. Please visit www.bridesabc.org to register or order tickets or call 877.721.HOPE (4673) for more information.

Coldwell Banker Gundaker’s Lake St. Louis/Wentzville Office Raises $10,400 for Ronald McDonald House Charities® of St. Louis Coldwell Banker Gundaker’s Lake St. Louis/ Wentzville office raised $10,400 to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis by hosting a Music Trivia Night on February 23. The event was held at the National Equestrian Center. 250 participants jammed with a DJ and answered musical themed questions. In addition, many items were auctioned as well as several raffles throughout the evening. “Our agents enjoy giving back to the community and have fun along the way,” said Matt Travaglini, Lake St. Louis/Wentzville branch manager. “We’re thrilled to support such a great cause.” For 27 years, Coldwell Banker Gundaker and its local offices has been hosting charity events to benefit Ronald McDonald House charities. To date, the company has raised more than $1.5 million for this important cause. Each Ronald McDonald House location serves as a home-away-from-home for families with a seriously-ill child being treated at area hospitals, and provides support to organizations that serve the needs of children. Coldwell Banker Gundaker, the leading residential real estate brokerage company in St. Louis, operates 20 offices with 1,700 sales associates serving metropolitan St. Louis and east-central Missouri. Coldwell Banker Gundaker is part of NRT LLC, the nation’s largest residential real estate brokerage company. NRT, a subsidiary of Realogy Corporation, operates Realogy’s company-owned real estate brokerage offices. For more information, please visit www.cbgundaker.com.

“Lost and Found: The Search for Harry and Edna” Harry and Edna were everyday people who lived extraordinary lives. They frequented fancy parties. They traveled the world. And they captured it all on film. More than half a century later, Chicago-based photographer Jeff Phillips uncovered boxes of unlabeled Kodachrome slides in a second hand

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shop in suburban St. Louis. An artist who has always been fascinated by found photographs, he bought them, wondering why these enigmatic family portraits were abandoned. He began sharing the vivid and kitschy images. The unknown couple is seen at a holiday party, on a tropical cruise, and posing on an iceberg in Alaska; photographs of each other in front of famous places. The more images Phillips shared, the more intent he became on finding the people in the pictures. He created a page on Facebook that featured images of the woman and asked, “Is This Your Mother?” Phillips wondered, could the social media community help restore their identities, or would they be lost forever? Lost and Found: The Search for Harry and Edna – a photography exhibition opening at Foundry Art Centre in Saint Charles, Missouri on Friday, May 17 – continues the collective story about the social media search for the identities and the St. Louis family of Harry and Edna. This unique photography show explores the intersection of photography, social media, and our places in history. Free and open to the public, the exhibition will run from May 17 to June 21, 2013. The Foundry Art Centre is hosting an Opening Reception for Lost and Found on Friday evening, May 17, 2013 from 6 8pm. This Opening Reception is free and open to the public. Complimentary refreshments will be served, and the Foundry Art Centre artists will also be in studio during the reception. For more information about the upcoming Lost and Found: The Search for Harry and Edna exhibition and Opening Reception event at the Foundry Art Centre, contact Angela Fowle at 636.255.0270 or via email at angela@foundryartcentre.org. The public may also visit www. foundryartcentre.org for additional details.

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Three years ago, Panera Bread and the Panera Bread Foundation embarked on a social experiment—the Panera Cares Community Cafes. These locations are non-profit cafes of shared responsibility with no set prices, just suggested donation amounts. Now, inspired by the success of these cafes and their ability to help people in need, elevate the discussion about food insecurity and provide a vehicle for people to help one another, the company is launching a Panera Cares menu item in all 48 metropolitan-area Saint Louis Bread Co. bakery-cafes. The “Meal of Shared Responsibility,” as the item is called, is Turkey Chili in a Sourdough Bread Bowl. It has no set price and provides a delicious, wholesome entree, with dignity, to anyone— regardless of their means. “When we launched our community cafe concept three years ago, skeptics thought that too many people would take advantage and too few would share in the responsibility of sustaining the effort,” said Ron Shaich, founder, chairman, and co-CEO of Panera Bread and president of the Panera Bread Foundation. “But there are now five non-profit community cafes across the country and they’re all working. They elevate the issue of food insecurity, they offer a vehicle for those with the means to help those with a need, and they help nourish their local communities. Based on their success, we feel confident in attempting this escalation of our efforts against hunger and challenging the St. Louis community to take care of each other.” To do so, the Saint Louis Bread Co. cafes will offer three payment options for the Meal of Shared Responsibility. First, a customer may pay the suggested amount. Second, if a customer has the means, they may pay more to help cover the cost of the meal for someone who cannot afford to pay. Third, if a customer has the need, they may pay what they can. Panera Bread decided to launch this program in St. Louis where the company has its roots, its headquarters and where the first Panera Cares community cafe opened. For the Meal of Shared Responsibility, Panera Bread was looking for an item that was nutrient-dense, delicious and self-contained. The Turkey Chili in a Sourdough Bread Bowl met those criteria. Panera Bread has worked to help combat the problem of hunger for 25 years, since it began donating unsold bread and baked goods to local organizations. Under its Day-End Dough-Nation™ program, Panera bakery-cafes nationally last year donated a retail value of approximately $100 million worth of unsold bread and baked goods to help neighbors in need.

It’s time to mix a little south-of-the-border fun with some Rec-Plex South fun. The St. Peters RecPlex is bringing back Fiesta Friday again after a popular first year in 2012. Kids ages 10-14 can enjoy this Cinco De Mayo-inspired lock-in event at Rec-Plex South on May 3. Round up your amigos for Fiesta Friday and enjoy Mexican party games, a DJ, dancing, dodgeball, broomball on the ice rink, basketball with hoop shoot contests, attendance prizes and more! The party begins at 7pm and goes until 10pm. The fee for this event is $10 per person if paying in advance and $13 per person if paying at the door. Concessions will be available for purchase throughout the event including a nacho special. Registration for Fiesta Friday can be done online at www.stpetersmo.net/Rec-connect or by calling 636.939.2386, ext. 1400. Rec-Plex South is a newer building located just south of the original St. Peters Rec-Plex at 5200 Mexico Road. This is a lock-in event – kids will not be released until picked up by a parent or guardian.

Women Build Week St. Charles County women are invited to grab their hammers and volunteer during Habitat for Humanity’s sixth annual National Women Build Week. During the week of May 4-12, more than 300 Habitat affiliates nationwide will host women build projects in partnership with Lowe’s, the underwriter of Habitat’s Women Build program. National Women Build Week challenges women to come together and devote at least one day to building simple, decent and affordable housing in their local communities. More than 41,000 women volunteers from all 50 states have participated in previous years. To date, women volunteers have helped construct more than 2,100 Habitat houses nationwide. Locally, Habitat for Humanity of St. Charles County has built more four Women Build houses. Lowe’s contributes more than $1.75 million to National Women Build Week and provides $5,000 Lowe’s gift cards to more than 300 participating affiliates. National Women Build Week is one of the major initiatives supported through Lowe’s five-year, $20 million pledge to Habitat. As the underwriter of the Women Build program since 2004, Lowe’s also conducts “How-To” clinics

at local stores to teach women key construction skills that will empower them to support Habitat projects across the country. When: Saturday May 11, 2013 9 Opening Remarks from Habitat St. Charles/ Mayor Sally Faith 9:30 Construction Begins Who: • Mayor Sally Faith of the City of St. Charles • Habitat for Humanity of St. Charles County, Nancy Cope • Future Women Build Homeowner and Women Build team volunteers Where: 110 Clinton Court, Saint Peters, MO 63376 Take Hwy. 70 to Hwy 79, head south toward Salt Lick Rd. /Birdie Hills. You will cross over Mexico Rd. About ½ mile past Church on the Rock, turn right on Eisenhower Dr. No construction skills are necessary. To learn more about how to begin a Women Build team and volunteer or donate to this project, please call 636.978.5712, email lauren@habitatstcharles.org or visit www.habitatstcharles.org.

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Missouri River Irish Fest May 25-26 from 10am – 11pm At Frontier Park, 222 S. Riverside Dr., Saint Charles. Admission is Free. Irish vendors, food and drink, Fiddle competition, singing, Irish Dance Workshop, live music, children's area and more. More information at www.moriveririshfest.com. Renaissance Faire May 18 - June 09 (Every Sat & Sun) 10am – 6pm At Rotary Park, 2577 West Meyer Rd., Wentzville. More information at 636.928.4141 or www. renstl.org/main. A Living History event that seeks to recreate the spirit of Renaissance France. Travel back in time as you step into the beautifully wooded, 16th century village called Petit Lyon. Immerse yourself in the costumes and mannerisms of the era. Thrill to the exploits of Jousting Knights on thundering steeds. Roam the village shops for unique crafts and goods as our artisans demonstrate

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period skills. Delight in comedy, music and feats of daring. Feast on delicious food and drink while strolling minstrels entertain. Interact with the colorful villagers, nobles, peasants and personalities of ages past. The Faire is also open on Memorial Day. Lewis and Clark Heritage Days May 18-19 from 9:30am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday 10am – 4pm At Frontier Park, 222 S. Riverside Dr., Saint Charles. Admission is Free. More information at www. lewisandclarkheritagedays.com. Authentic reenactment of Lewis & Clark's encampment in 1804 prior to embarking on the exploration of the Louisiana Purchase. Parade, church service Sunday, walk through encampments; plus weapon demonstrations in the afternoons, boat replicas, museum tours, crafts & foods of 1804, children's games, period music and more.

Music and Memories: An Evening With Pat Boone May 11 at 8pm At Lindenwood's J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts, 2300 West Clay, Saint Charles. Admission is $25.50-$43.50. More information at 636.949.4433. In this funny and often touching autobiographical one-man show, entertainment icon Pat Boone sings the hits and tells the stories of his 50-plus years in show business. From the early days of competing with Elvis for the number one spot on the pop music charts to his film and television career to an inside glimpse of his family life, Pat shows why he's still one of the all-time greats. Get tickets: www.telecharge.com. To purchase tickets over the phone call 800.447.7400.

At 1st Assembly of God Church of St. Charles, 4750 North Service Road, Saint Peters. Admission is Free. More information is available online at www.scsymphony. us. The Orchestra performs in a variety of musical styles: from traditional symphonies to seasonal pops concerts.

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Weekend Nature Programs Back at Cuivre River

Cuivre River state park weekend nature programs and hikes will resume in May. Nature programs are held every Saturday evening in the Campground Amphitheater. Subjects vary, but usually include reptiles, raptors, bears, and more. Nature hikes take place on Sunday mornings and start out in the campground. Times will vary but will be posted in advance at the Visitor Center, Campground and on the State Parks Facebook page. Cuivre River State Park is located at 678 State Route 47 in Troy. For more information contact Eric Gregory, Missouri State Parks Natural Resource Manager at 636.528.7247 or eric.gregory@dnr. mo.gov. You may also learn more at www.mostateparks.com.

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Music on Main May 15 from: 5 – 7:30pm At 100 N. Main St., Saint Charles. Admission is Free. More information at www.butchwaxandthehollywoods.com. Bring your lawn chairs to this free outdoor concert. Food and drink available to purchase.

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Transition Fair for Students and Families The Lincoln County Transition Team will be hosting a transition fair at the Troy Buchanan High School Library on Tuesday, April 30 from 8-11:30am. This fair is open to all high school students and their families in Lincoln County. The purpose of this fair is to give kids with IEPs and 504 plans and their families information to help them plan the transition from school to adult life. Transition topics include employment and case management services.

The following agencies will be represented: MPACT, Pike Lincoln Tech, BCI, MERS/Goodwill, Community Opportunities, Hannibal Regional Office, Vocational Rehabilitation and Alternative Opportunities. Parents are encouraged to attend this with their children. In addition to a wealth of valuable information, there will be raffle prizes and light refreshments. For any questions, please call Lora Wattelet 636.462.5148, ext. 22104.

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Byerly R.V. To Double Service Department Spring is the time to make summer travel plans. For many families, that means tuning up the R.V. To accommodate the spring rush, six extra-large service bays are currently under construction at Byerly R.V. Center in Eureka. President and owner Russ Patton says the service and parts division of his business is growing fast, and space and personnel are needed to keep up the current level of customer care. “The time has come to invest,” says Patton. Byerly R.V. Center is the number one R.V. dealership in Missouri. In operation for 65 years, what began as a manufacturing business has grown into a leader in R.V. sales and service. Patton has been with the company since 1971, and he says the growth never seemed to slow down. “We were a manufacturer first. Sales was really the last step, but we steadily grew. Because we also sell parts and service vehicles, even during the recession, we weren’t just working, we were expanding.” Photos by Ray Rockwell The extra-large service bays are needed for the supersized vehicles customers are now bringing in for maintenance and repair. “Some of these R.V.’s are getting larger,” says Patton. “At forty feet or more, if we get just two in the building as it is now, we can’t walk around them.” Along with enlarging the space, Byerly R.V. is looking to hire personnel to help manage the larger number of vehicles coming in. Patton says, “We will have to fill this new building with people. We need four people so far, but we may need more later. We need technicians and sales people right now. But we are very selective.” Patton is selective for a reason. Byerly R.V. has a reputation for providing incredible customer service and competitive prices. The business has been profiled by several media outlets for their expert staff and commitment to service after the sale. In addition to servicing R.V.s and selling new vehicles, Byerly R.V. Center also sells used R.V.’s and offers a comprehensive catalog of parts and accessories. For more information, visit www. byerlyrv.com or call 888.878.3325.

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SSM Medical Group Names New Executive Director David A. Kelch, FACMPE, was recently named executive director of SSM Medical Group—West Region, which includes approximately 20 SSM Medical Group locations in St. Charles, Lincoln and Warren counties. Kelch began his health care career at SSM St. Joseph Health Center while he was still in high school. He worked his way into management there while earning undergraduate and master’s degrees. He joined Blanchette Management in 1987, where he was a medical group practice management consultant. Kelch left the organization in 1999 to manage a local orthopedics group and advise numerous physician practices in the Midwest. In 2003, Kelch rejoined SSM Health Care and served as associate executive director for SSM Medical Group for 10 years. In that role, he headed all operations and office expansions for SSM Medical Group’s physicians’ offices west of the Missouri River. Kelch is past president of MGMA-Missouri. MGMA is the Medical Group Management Association, a national organization with 48 state-affiliated bodies. Kelch currently serves as chairman of the Vendor Relations Committee for MGMA National, and participates on various MGMA committees and task forces at a national level.

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THS HOSA Students Advance

Students in the Timberland High School Health Occupation Student Association (HOSA) chapter competed in their first Missouri State Convention in Union, Missouri on March 20th and nearly everyone who competed brought home an award and qualified to move on to the national competition. This is the first year of the extracurricular chapter at Timberland which is designed for students interested in the health field. HOSA is sponsored by Timberland teacher Meghan Aydelott and students must be enrolled in one of the District’s Project Lead the Way biomedical classes in order to be a member of the chapter. The national competition will be held in Nashville, TN June 26-29. Congratulations to the following students who placed and will be advancing to compete at the national level: 1st Place Renee Adler, Tony Ragusa - Biomedical Debate Megan Dizillo, Alex Reznok - Forensic Medicine Jordan Gittemeier - Researched Persuasive Speaking Jessica Higginbothum, Casey Yocks - CPR/ First Aid Melissa Markham - Healthy Lifestyles Adam Stotts- Extemporaneous Speaking Nikki Whitbeck- Knowledge Test; Nutrition 2nd Place Jordan Carlton, Helen Geldrich - Biomedical Debate Megan Glaeser, El Gruebbling - Health Education Andrea Stroh- Knowledge Test; Nutrition 3rd Place Kaitlyn Austin, Alex Ette, Kaydee Harper - HOSA Bowl Tony Biondo, Carly Bush - Career Health Display Lexu Hunnicutt - Medical Photography

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WSD Students Win at Regional Math Competition Wentzville School District students competed in the Missouri Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM) 28th Annual Regional Math Competitions held at several St. Charles County schools over the last four weeks. Most students participated at the regional event held on Saturday, March 23 at Rock Creek Elementary School in O’Fallon. Nearly 40 students in grades 4 and 5 from Boone Trail, Crossroads, Green Tree and Prairie View Elementary Schools, as well as a group of 6th graders from Frontier Middle School, competed by taking tests in Concepts and Problem Solving. That competition drew over 220 students from 25 area public Kneeling (L to R): Brody Brown, Camden Genta, Owen Longwell; Standing (L to R): Logan Brenningmeyer, Clarissa Bruegenhemke, Zach Ploch, and private schools. Students from South Mid- Adam Routt, Thomas Knehans, Brandon Yates dle School competed at two additional regional events on April 6th and April 13th. As a result, twenty three WSD students placed in the top 10 for their grade, and the following students qualified to advance to the MCTM State Math Finals held at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg on April 27: Camden Genta, 4th grade, Boone Trail – 1st Place, Problem Solving and 2nd Place, Concepts Evan Bailey, 5th grade, Green Tree – 1st Place, Concepts and 1st Place, Problem Solving Zachary Myers, 6th grade, Frontier Middle School – 1st Place, Problem Solving Camden Genta, 4th grade, Boone Trail – 2nd Place, Concepts Owen Longwell, 4th grade, Boone Trail – 2nd Place, Concepts and 2nd Place, Problem Solving Aidan Holtz, 4th grade, Crossroads – 2nd Place, Problem Solving Logan Brenningmeyer, 5th grade, Boone Trail – 2nd Place, Concepts and 2nd Place, Problem Solving Nila Sasi, 4th grade, Crossroads – 3rd Place, Concepts Nawal Cheema, 4th grade, Crossroads – 3rd Place, Problem Solving Adam Routt, 5th grade, Boone Trail – 3rd Place, Problem Solving and 4th Place, Concepts

Mayim Bialik at Lindenwood Lindenwood University’s 2012-13 Speaker Series will conclude with this year’s student choice speaker, actress, neuroscientist, and author Mayim Bialik, at 7pm on April 25, at the university’s Hyland Arena. The event is free and open to the public. Bialik, initially best known for her lead role in the 1990s NBC sitcom “Blossom,” is currently one of the stars of the hit CBS show “The Big Bang Theory,” on which she portrays neuroscientist Amy Farrah Fowler. Bialik received her BS in neuroscience and Hebrew and Jewish studies from UCLA in 2000 and earned a PhD in neuroscience in 2007 from UCLA, specializing in obsessive-compulsive disorder in adolescents with Prader-Willi syndrome. She is the celebrity spokesperson for the Holistic Moms Network, a national non-profit organization dedicated to supporting holistic and green parenting and living. Bialik has two sons, is a certified lactation educator counselor, and is devoted to a lifestyle of attachment parenting, homeschooling, natural family living, and vegan www.advancebeautywentzville.com cooking. She is the co-founder and chair of the youth branch of the Jewish Free Loan Association (Genesis) and enjoys speaking on a variety of topics, including her journey to embracing traditional Jewish values. In 2012, she released a book on holistic parenting titled Beyond the Sling. For more information about the 2012-13 Lindenwood University Speaker Series, visit www.lindenwood.edu/speakerseries.

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“42”

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great players like Robinson Sports movies such as The can and will fill seats, and Sandlot and Field of Dreams that’s good for everyone. capture the heart and soul of Character actor Alan America’s favorite pastime. Tudyk also delivers a These films focus on people, noteworthy performance both young and old, who posas Philadelphia Phillies sess an undying passion for manager Ben Chapman. The the game of baseball. manager and player had fiAdd 42 to that short list. ery encounters on the field as Chapman This biopic of the legendary hurled racial slurs without mercy. TuJackie Robinson features soldyk throws himself into the character, id writing and at least two capturing the seething hatred of a award-worthy performances. man who doesn’t want his world to Rising star Chadwick change. Boseman commands respect Christopher Meloni rounds out as Robinson, a talented basethe cast as iconic baseball manager ball player unable to breach Leo Durocher. He helped get the other the sport’s color barrier. players to fall in line behind Robinson, Brooklyn Dodgers executive but Durocher’s extra-marital affairs led to his Branch Rickey (an incredible temporary suspension from the game. Harrison Ford) brings the The first truly great film of 2013, 42 is a winplayer up through the ranks ner, just like the man the film honors. until he can make his major 42, rated PG-13 for thematic elements includ42 photos courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures league debut in 1947. ing language, currently is playing in theaters. As good as he is on the field, splinters. He then curls up on the floor and cries tears Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is Robinson also has a strong now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed of rage. temper. Rickey encourages his newest player to keep Harrison Ford easily delivers the performance of a access to movie and television sets to see actors and that anger in check. If he blows his cool, no one in directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far the sports world will take him seriously or accept him lifetime as Branch Rickey, the baseball executive who from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed challenged racial attitudes. As portrayed by Ford, kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at as an equal. Without a doubt, 42 is a rock-solid movie. Writer/ Rickey is truly colorblind (the only color he worries neighborhood theaters. director Brian Helgeland (A Knight’s Tale) skillfully about is the green on a dollar bill.) Rickey thinks that tells the story of the man who paved the way for such greats as Hank Aaron and Ozzie Smith. Over the last few years, Chadwick Boseman has been impressive in smaller films such as The Kill Hole. Playing Jackie Robinson gives the talented actor a chance to flex his muscles. Boseman embodies Robinson’s passion for the game as well as his immense frustration. In one key scene, the now-legendary player, after enduring racial slurs from the opposing team, goes into the clubhouse and www.danielsfarmandgreenhouse.com smashes a baseball bat into tiny

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Gary Baute Rascals’ Coach on The Big Screen The River City Rascals announced the debut of assistant coach Danny Sawyer in the newly-released movie 42, the biographical movie about Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play Major League Baseball. On the screen, Sawyer plays Bruce Edwards, the reallife catcher for the Brooklyn Dodgers when Robinson broke the color barrier. The film stars Harrison Ford as Branch Rickey and Chadwick Boseman as Robinson. “The whole Rascals family is very proud of the work Danny did on the movie,” said Dan Dial, Rascals general manager. “It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and he will always be able to look back on film and see the part he played in telling Jackie Robinson’s big screen story. The movie has gotten great reviews so far, and we’re happy to have him back with us this summer to teach some younger guys about what he learned from a historical prospective, as well as how to use

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baseball to advance your career in other industries.” Source: Rascal’s website. Check their website for all the season details: www.RiverCityRascals.com *Home opener less than a month Monsters Play Saturday April 27 The Missouri Monsters, your professional indoor football team, will play this coming weekend the Georgia Rampage on Saturday April 27 at 7:30pm in the friendly confines of the Family Arena. Check out the website for more information…. www.UIFLMonsters. com *Need a few notches in the victory column

Women’s Lacrosse Earns Second Straight Conference Victory The Lindenwood women’s lacrosse team clinched its second consecutive WILA title on Thursday night with an 18-12 win over Regis at Hunter Stadium. The Lady Lions are now 13-1 overall and a perfect 8-0 in conference play. Lindenwood topped Regis 1513 earlier this year to gain sole possession of first place in the WILA, and Thursday’s victory puts the Lady Lions out of reach in the conferFill in the blank squares in the grid, making ence race. sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box Leading by just three at halftime, Lindenincludes all the digits 1 through 9. wood’s offense opened up the lead throughout the second half. At one point, the Lady Lions held an 18-9 second-half lead. Regis attempted a comeback by scoring the game’s final three goals, but it was too little too late

as Lindenwood held on for the win. Shelby Polk and Melissa Menchella scored five goals apiece to lead the offensive charge for Lindenwood. Polk also added an assist and won six draw controls in the victory. Justiene Groothuis and Meghan Chase each tallied two goals of their own, while teammate Melissa Smith had a pair of goals and a team-high four assists. Goalie Christine Hehmeyer played all 60 minutes in net. She picked up three groundballs and made six saves on the way to her 13th win of the season. Lindenwood played its final home game of the season on Saturday against Colorado Mesa. Lindenwood defeated Colorado Mesa by a score of 19-6. *Thanks to Jen Lawson, Sports Information-Graduate Assistant of Lindenwood Ram’s NFL Draft Party at Dave and Busters The St. Louis football Rams will have an official gathering in Bridgeton Thursday April 25 preparing for several announcements to better their squad. 101.1 ESPN will be broadcasting LIVE with Steve Savard and D’Farr, giving their analysis of each pick from each of the 32 National Football League teams. *A very big night for a lot of college athletes heading to the pros Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL.com, among many other activities.

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Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world, its peak rising more than 29,000 feet. In recent years, increasing numbers of adventurers have tried to scale its summit. Professionally outfitted, often accompanied by Sherpa guides, they make the perilous journey up the mountain. In the 1920s, an elite English gentleman had none of today’s modern conveniences, other than oxygen in his third attempt — his final, and fatal, quest. Above All Things, a novel by debut author Tanis Rideout is more than just the tale of George Mallory’s drive to scale a mountain that stirs his blood and enslaves him. It’s also a love story, a book spawned by Rideout’s curiosity about the woman behind the man — Mallory’s wife, Ruth, and what marriage to an adventurer like Mallory would be like. It’s a relationship of long absences and incessant dread of bad news, a marriage strained by empty words, “ . . . I’m done with it. I don’t need it. I need to be with you,” a promise made after the second attempt in 1922, when Mallory took what many thought were unnecessary risks, leading to the death of seven Sherpas lost in an avalanche. Two years later, Mallory, the father of three, knows he’s growing older. If he’s going to attempt the climb again, it must be now. And so in 1924, he answers the siren’s call by joining a climbing expedition of five, which includes the youngest member of the group, Sandy Irvine. While the others in the climbing party stay at advanced base camp, the two venture forward in a harrowing climb that costs them their lives. To this day, speculation remains as to whether or not they reached the summit. Above All Things, has wide appeal to a variety of readers — those desiring an exciting tale of survival, and others intrigued by the romance the Mallorys shared. On both counts the novel delivers. Bundle up and enjoy. Reprinted with permission. Missourian Publishing Company. Copyright 2013.

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With a few expert tips from Buddy Valastro, author and star of TLC’s “Cake Boss,” you can take your sweet treats from good to great in no time. • Start with Quality Ingredients: When you start with better ingredients, you end up with a better cookie or brownie. Use real butter, highquality vanilla and great tasting chocolate. Here, Buddy shares some of his favorite recipes that use M&M’S candies to add an extra special touch to family favorites. • Chill the Dough: Leaving cookie dough in the refrigerator gives it more body and results in a fuller and better tasting cookie. Plan ahead so you can refrigerate your dough at least one hour or, even better, overnight. • Keep It Uniform: Use a small ice cream scoop to keep your cookies the same size. This not only helps them look professional, but bake up evenly and consistently. • Pans Matter: Bake cookies on light-colored, non-insulated cookie sheets without sides. Metal pans will cook brownies faster than glass pans, which means cooking times will vary. Start checking your brownies early to test if they’re ready and prevent over baking. You can find more sweet baking tips and recipes online at www.faceBuddy Valastro book.com/mms.

Ultimate Peanut Butter Brownies Ingredients: 4 ounces semisweet chocolate 1 cup canola or vegetable oil 2 cups sugar 4 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder

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1 teaspoon salt 2 cups M&M’S Peanut Butter Candies, divided Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a rectangular 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan. In 3-quart saucepan, gently combine the semisweet chocolate and oil over very low heat until melted. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

Simply Sweet Cannoli Ingredients: 1 cup Snickers Bars, finely chopped 1 1/2 cups part skim milk ricotta 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest 1 resealable plastic bag

In separate bowl, combine sugar, eggs and vanilla extract until blended. Add in chocolate mixture. Slowly sift in remaining dry ingredients and mix until combined. Fold in 1 1/2 cups candies. Spread batter into pan. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup candies and press lightly. Bake until brownies begin to pull away from Simply Sweet Cannoli sides of pan, about 30 to 40 minutes.

Makes 24

24 mini cannoli shells, unfilled 1/2 cup M&M’S Chocolate Candies Directions: 1. Combine chopped candy bars with ricotta, sugar and orange zest.

Milk Chocolate Minis Cookies Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened 3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 3/4 cups M&M’S Milk Chocolate Minis Candies 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

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2. Spoon mixture into resealable bag and snip off a 1/2-inch corner. Fill cannoli shells by squeezing in filling from each end. Decorate both ends with chocolate candies.

Makes 24 to 30 cookies

and mix to combine. In separate bowl, sift flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt. Slowly add dry ingredients to butter mixture, and stir until combined.Fold in candies and walnuts, if desired. Chill dough 1 hour, or overnight.

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CHURCH April 27: The Chosen Ones gospel singers 6pm at New Beginnings Worship Center, 108 Birdy Hills Rd. St. Peters. 636.544.2030. May 2: Community Prayer Breakfast 7:15am. Featuring Congressman Blaine Luetkemeyer. Tickets $15. St. Stephen United Methodist Church, Troy. 636.462.8769. May 2: Celebrate Recovery®, a Faith-based 12-step Program 6pm at Morning Star Church, 1600 Feise Rd. www.mscwired.org/celebraterecovery. May 5: Rhythm of Life Concert 6:30pm. Free. United Methodist Church at Wentzville is located at 725 N. Wall St. in Wentzville. 636327.6377, www.livelovegrow. org. Every Thursday at 7 p.m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Friends and Family Support Group Open to anyone who has a loved

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one suffering from any kind of addiction. Held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 66 Oak Valley Drive, St. Peters. For more information, email ARPstln@hotmail.com. Operation Backpack - United Methodist Church, Wentzville Food search program to provide food to at-risk children over the weekend when they don’t have access to free breakfast & lunch at local schools. Info: 636.327.6377. Truth Matters!! Free Bible Correspondence Course Come Learn God’s Word with us. Sun. 9:30 am. - Bible classes 10:20 am. - Worship; Sun. 5 pm. - Worship; Wed Eve 7 pm. 2309 Markoe Avenue, Wentzville, MO 63385. Call 636.294.9468 or 636.272.3013. 3rd Tues: Luncheon for Seniors. Seniors 55+ enjoy free lunch, cards, games, bingo. From 11 am 2 pm at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. Info: 636.561.8951. 2nd Wed: Noon Luncheon Shiloh United Methodist Church,

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April 25: Wine & Whiskers Benefit for All Paws Rescue 6:30pm at 34 Buckland Ct., St. Peters. adopt@allpawsrescue.info

Now: Men’s Senior Softball Info: 636.281.0891 Now - April: Golf Leagues Signups Play is 5-6 p.m for all skill levels. At The Bluffs (Tuesdays), Wentzville (Wednesdays) and Links (Thursdays). Info/registration: www.golfleaguesassociation.com or gla2000@centurytel.net. Now – May 10: Luminous Language Foundry Art Centre, 520 North Main Center, Saint Charles. Free admission. 636.255.0270 or www. foundryartcentre.org. April: Double Header co-ed Softball Leagues This “Open League” will be a 6-week (12 game) regular season, plus a single elimination playoff format. Games will be played on Sunday evenings at Founders Park beginning mid-April. Info/registration: www.lakesaintlouis.com. April 22-May 6: Juried Student Art Exhibition Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Gallery, St. Charles Community College campus, 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. in Cottleville. Free and open to the public. choltz@stchas.edu. April 25: Parent’s Afternoon Out 12-3pm. O’Fallon Family YMCA,

April 25-27: Francis Howell High School Limelight Theatre - Almost Maine 7pm. 7001 Hwy. 94 South, St. Charles. Tickets $5. www.fhhslimelighttheatre.webs.com. April 26-28: Volunteers Needed O’Fallon Theatre Works’ Faith County. 626.379.5507. April 27: Blue Star Memorial Dedication 10am at Weldon Spring Interpretive Center, 7295 Highway 94 South, Weldon Spring. 636.724.5035. April 27: Healthy Kids Day 10am - 1pm at O’Fallon Family YMCA, 3451 Pheasant Meadows Dr., 636.379.0092. April 27: Lake Saint Louis Police Department Drug Take-Back 10am - 2pm. Lake Saint Louis Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Drive. Free and anonymous. April 27: Saint Charles Police Department Drug Take Back 10am - 2pm, 1781 Zumbehl Road. www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/ drug_disposal/takeback. April 27: Green Lantern Spring Fling Dance

6-9pm. 506 South Linn Avenue, Wentzville. 636.327.8720. April 28: iClean 2013 – Main Street St. Charles Clean Up Registration at 9:30am, starts at 10am. 142 North Main Street. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! www. icleanamerica.com. April 28: Spring Dinner and Concert 5pm. St. John’s United Church of Christ, 945 Wolfrum Rd. at Hwy. 94, St. Charles. $25. 636.447.0006. Purchase by April 21. April 29 – May 31: Le Chapeau Lillian Yahn Gallery, 7443 Village Center Dr., O’Fallon. 636.561.0028. April 30: Toastmasters Open House 7-8pm. Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon. 636.379.2505 or 1151058.toastmastersclubs.org. May 1-22: Music for Me Class for your Child Wednesdays from 10:15-11am at St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre, One St. Peters Centre Blvd, St. Peters. Ages 1 ½-5. $45/child. 636.928.2004. May 3: SCC Job Fair 9am -1pm. College Center, St. Charles Community College campus, 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. in Cottleville. Free for job seekers, $60 for non-profit organizations, $85 for-profit organizations. Martha Toebben, 636.922.8243 or mtoebben@stchas.edu. May 3: “Peace Like a River” Choral Arts Singers Concert 7:30pm. Free. Transfiguration Episcopal on Lake St. Louis Blvd. 636.745.8161, www.concertarts. org. May 4: 1st Annual Pet Festival 10am - 2pm, 632 East Highway N, Wentzville. www.wentzevents. info.

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May 4: Hendricks BBQ “Derby Day Celebration” 12:30pm. Contests, a whiskey presentation and mixology class, live music and a mint julep contest. Watch the Kentucky Derby live at 5:24pm. Tickets: $90/person at the door. Info: cmo@nectarmediagroup.com. May 4: Chemin De Fer Auction Academy of the Sacred Heart Annual Fundraiser. www.ash1818. org/main/giving/chemin-de-fer or 636.946.5632. May 4-5: 20th Annual Hall of Fame Invitational Horseshoe Tournament Quail Ridge Park, Wentzville. 636.327.5270, www.quailridgehorseshoeclub.com.

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May 5: Spring at the Foundry Art Centre 12-3pm. Free and open to the public. Kids decorate pots and plant flowers, cookies, lemonade. Story times at 12:45, 1:30 & 2:15pm.

www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • April 24, 2013 May 5: All-Star Reunion Concert 2-5pm at the Ludwig Memorial Theatre. $20 at the door. 573.242.3982. May 5: Choral Arts Singers Spring Concert 3pm at Assumption Catholic Church in O’Fallon. May 10: MIRAGE Concert 7-10pm. Windjammer Point. Presented by the City of Lake Saint Louis Parks & Recreation Dept. May 10: Tour of Bison Ranch Travel to Sayersbrooke Bison Ranch near Potosi, MO. Enjoy lunch, take a boat tour of the lake and visit the Country Store. $110. 636.397.6903 ext. 1624 or www.stpetersmo.net/ rec-connect. May 11: Military Order of the Cooties Garage Sale 8am – 2pm. VFW Post Home of 5077, 8500 Veterans Memorial Dr., O’Fallon. 636.561.1368. May 27: New Direction Stl’s 2nd Annual “Unity in the Community” Street Fair 11am - 7pm. For booth rental or sponsorship: 314.919.6011. June 14- 16: Wentzville Class of 1983 30-year Reunion Info is posted on Facebook and www.classmates.com. Contact Skip Scott at sscott@wcvolvo.com or Connie (Hill) Huelsmann at connie.huelsmann@sprint.com. Ongoing Events 4th Monday: 6:30 p.m. American Legion Post 388 Meets At Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Vets. Mem. Pkwy. 636.219.0553.

Every Monday: Adult Volleyball 6-7 p.m. at the St. Charles County Family YMCA, 3900 Shady Springs Lane, St. Peters. Non-competitive, co-ed, free and open to the public. Just show up with your friends and enjoy a fun-filled evening. Info: 636.928.1928. 1st Tuesday: Fleur de Lis Garden Society 6:30 p.m. at the Kisker Road Library, 1000 Kisker Road. Info: Jeanne at 314.605.8563. 4th Tuesday: O’Fallon Garden Club 6:30 pm. Sunrise Methodist Church, 7116 Twin Chimney Blvd. Info: Barb at 636.978.5930. Every Tuesday: Kiwanis Club of St. Charles Noon - 1 p.m. at the Columns Banquet Center in St. Charles. Every Tuesday: Quilting Guild at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 1-4 p.m. Free. Join us every week to work on quilts “One Stitch at a Time” for local charities. Anybody welcome, no experience required. Every Tuesday: Toastmasters Meeting 7 p.m. Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon. Toastmasters gives all members the opportunity to grow their skills, which fosters self-confidence and personal growth. Open to the public & looking for new members. 636.379.2505. Every Tues & Thurs: Yoga at The

St. Charles County Family YMCA Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 pm., Thursdays 7-7:55 p.m. Any level. Info: 636.928.1928. Every Wednesday: Active Older Adults Game at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 10 a.m. Free. Join us every week to play your favorite board or card game. Bring a favorite snack to share. Anybody welcome. Every Wednesday: Crossroads Cribbage Club 10 a.m. Meets at 1380 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379. 636.528.8379. Every Wednesday: Wednesday Night Men’s Golf League Weekly check in at 5 p.m., tee off at 5:30 p.m. at Heritage of Hawk Ridge. Two-man team scramble league.League begins mid April. $20/team to register. $20/team paid first night for overall awards. $2/ team weekly plus Greens and Cart fees. Info/registration: www.lakesaintlouis.com, under the parks and recreation section. Every Wednesday: Adult Volleyball Games at the St. Charles County Family YMCA 6-7 p.m. Non-competitive, co-ed, free and open to the public. No registration necessary - just show up with your friends and enjoy a funfilled evening. Info: 636.928.1928.

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The Sad Tale of a Crock-Pot Crackpot I found an old recipe for sauerkraut and decided to fire up the crock-pot. First it called for pork spareribs. I didn’t have any, but I did have some country pork ribs. Are spareribs made in the city? I never saw any pigs in our subdivision, but who cares? In they went. Next it called for 32 ounces of sauerkraut. I had that covered. But wait, it also called for a head of cabbage! Cabbage? Cabbage is for St. Patrick’s day. I called a chef at my favorite restaurant and asked why cabbage is included in German sauerkraut recipes. After he was done laughing, he said, “Sauerkraut is fermented cabbage you Schweinhund.” He hung up. Ferment? Isn’t that what moon-shiners do? Yuck! I

decided to use lettuce. It called for a thinly sliced onion. I began slicing one. After the second slice, I sliced my index finger. The onion fell on the floor. I bandaged my finger and washed the blood and “greebles” off the onion. I finished slicing while I sang Mack the Knife. I’m sure it helped. Then four cups of water, one can of chicken broth and...wait a minute! Chicken broth? I considered calling the chef again, but what did he know. I wasn’t planning on chicken soup, so I didn’t have any chicken broth. I dumped in a small jar of chicken bouillon cubes I had bought it eight years ago. Does bouillon go bad? Surely not. Oh wait, I forgot to take the foil off. I dipped them out, removed the foil from each cube and threw them back in. I was sure I got them all. Then, it called for one bottle of beer with the fizz removed. Bottle? Fizz removed? How weird. I only had cans. I figured heat would remove the fizz. I dumped one can in a glass and put it in the microwave. It boiled over in frothing wrath. Did I disturb the beer gods? I dumped the rest in the crock-pot. This sure turned out to be nerve-racking. No wonder so many single guys go to restaurants. Since I might have offended the beer gods, I drank two more cans of beer. Why take chances? The final touch was minced garlic and a pinch of caraway seeds. I thought a pinch was something bar-maids suffer. I called my

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