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Submitted photo Alexander Martin (left) and Sebastian Martin sit with their dog Cosmo. The two boys started Woof Works, a company that permanently etches your pet's image on custom products.

Two teenage brothers’ startup company etches pets’ images on custom products The entrepreneurial spirit runs deep in two teenage brothers from St. Peters. Alexander and Sebastian Martin paired two of their top interests, technology and pets, and the result is Woof Works. Woof Works is a startup company that permanently etches your pet’s image on custom products. Whether it’s wooden cell phone cases, marble plaques, leather luggage tags or a wide range of other high quality custom products, that friendly face that greets you every morning is never far away. Alexander, 17-years-old, and Sebastian, 14, got interested in 3-D printing when their father brought a printer home. Later on they stumbled upon new printing technologies that made it possible to laser etch photographic images and other designs on wood, glass, marble, leather and other surfaces. “My dad loves cool gadgets,” Sebastian said. “He was wanting to see what (3D printer) was like. We spent hours creating things and that’s how the idea started.” They took a photo of their dog, Cosmo, and put in on a wood cell phone case. They posted a picture of the case on Facebook and questions started to pour in with the most frequent one being how their friends could get their pet on a case. And a light bulb went off and Woof

Works was soon formed. “Since sixth grade, we have always looked at ways to make money,” Alex said. “We have wanted to start a business and this idea came at the right time and it just evolved.” The duo not only develop and test their own products, they also designed the company’s website (woofworks. com) and have had hands-on involvement in every phase of startup, from filing the initial registration papers, to developing product and pricing strategies, to producing and shipping products. Both boys also volunteer at the Five Acres Animal Shelter in St. Charles. A portion of the profits generated by Woof Works will be donated to local pet shelters to support this cause. A love of animals and a penchant for entrepreneurship is also in the Martin brothers’ blood. Their mother is a veterinarian and their father is an entrepreneur who has founded successful medical equipment and pet product companies. Also on Team Woof Works is a board of advisers that includes a pet industry executive, a designer and a video producer. As you can imagine, the Martins have big dreams for Woof Works that includes purchasing additional laser etching equipment, introducing additional products, hiring its first employees, developing a retail strategy and, eventually,

moving from the basement of the boys’ home. “So far, sales have been pretty good,” Sebastian said. “When we heard our friends’ input it really boosted our spirits.” And here is where they could use a little help. A Kickstarter campaign was launched on Sept. 21 with a goal of $50,000 raised in 30 days. Kickstarter campaigns operate under an “all-or-nothing” funding model. So if Woof Works doesn’t reach its goal at the end of 30 days, it could

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GONE TO THE DOGS from cover St. Charles County Paramedics revive take years before their products can achieve widespread distribution. This project will only be funded if at least $12,500 is pledged by Oct 21. “We haven't spent a lot of marketing,” Sebastian said. “Originally, it was a lot of word of mouth. Right now, we're focused purely on pets. As we grow and build the business, we would like to expand into other areas.” To follow their project, find them on Kickstarter by searching Woof Works. More information is available at woofworks.com.

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St. Charles County Ambulance District [SCCAD] Paramedics Heather Briggs and Kelly Maull, along with Paramedic Battalion Chief Sara Stewart, were batting 1.000 on Sept. 20. The trio received 911 emergency calls for cardiac arrests just hours apart, and utilizing newly-implemented protocols, successfully revived both victims. The first call came just before 9 a.m. as Briggs and Maull were finishing washing their ambulance at the SCCAD station in Dardenne Prairie. Stewart responded from another station, and as the trio assessed their patient for reported seizure activity, he went into cardiac arrest. The team immediately initiated cardiocerebral resuscitation protocols, and within minutes, the patient regained a pulse and was responsive. Still euphoric over their success earlier in the day, the crew was clearing the dinner dishes when they received another call – a witnessed cardiac arrest in a nearby subdivision. Briggs, Maull and Stewart were by 46-year-old James Lampe’s side in just four minutes. Lampe’s wife, Lana, is a registered nurse, and initiated CPR while the crew was en route. The paramedics provided care on scene, and on the way to the hospital, the father of two began breathing on his own, regained a pulse and was able to follow commands. “The chances of the same crew being called for two cardiac arrests in a single shift is extremely slim, but for both to have successful outcomes is absolutely unheard of,” said Briggs. “Sunday was a once-in-a-career experience – one that the three of us will never forget.” Since June, SCCAD Paramedics have utilized a new approach to cardiac arrest management called cardio-cerebral resuscitation [CCR]. The protocols employ a back-to-basics approach, and have already seen tremendous results. Since their implementation, SCCAD has achieved a survival rate of 39 percent – more than three times the national average of 9.5 percent. SCCAD hopes to see survival rates in their community soar even higher with the implementation Lifesaver CPR – a citizen training initiative aimed at getting citizens comfortable with providing chest compressions until Paramedics arrive on-scene.

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Siteman Cancer Center announces expansion in St. Charles County location Siteman Cancer Center is continuing to grow, with an expansion of cancer services and facilities that will begin soon at BarnesJewish St. Peters Hospital in St. Charles County. The $13.1 million project will expand the existing site from 19,500 square feet to 30,750 square feet, with scheduled completion in November 2016. The Siteman St. Peters project is the first major expansion of the facility, which opened in 2005. The renovations will nearly double the patient capacity at the St. Peters Submitted image location and improve the patient and fam- This artistic rendering is of the completed Siteman Cancer Center expansion at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital in St. Charles County. ily experience. The number of exam rooms sion. Washington University School of Medicine will increase from eight to 20 and chemotherapy infusion stations will expand from 11 to is providing the rest. The St. Charles County project is part of a larger 32. This additional space will also accommodate the growth of the medical, radiation and surgical growth plan for Siteman Cancer Center that also includes simultaneous expansion of Siteman’s oncology practices. While this expansion represents a major addi- main campus at Washington University Medition to the Siteman building and to Barnes-Jewish cal Center and at Siteman Cancer Center–South St. Peters Hospital, the project centers its focus on County in south St. Louis County. Expansion at each site will include additional physicians and the needs of the patient. “Our mission is to improve the health of the health care staff to serve the growing number of people and communities we serve,” said Larry patients seeking specialized cancer care within Tracy, president of Barnes-Jewish St. Peters and these communities. “These significant renovations in St. Charles Progress West Hospitals. “This expansion will allow us to provide nationally recognized can- County and in the greater St. Louis Metropolitan cer care to even more people right here close to area speak to the commitment of Siteman Cancer Center, BJC HealthCare and Washington Univerhome.” To allow for uninterrupted service during con- sity Medical School to enhance care and ensure struction, Siteman-St. Peters will utilize the ad- convenient patient access across the larger St. joining medical office space and outpatient sur- Louis region,” Tracy added. Siteman treats 43,000 people each year, includgery center. Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, ing 9,000 newly diagnosed patients, at its four lopart of BJC HealthCare, is contributing $10.6 of cations. the $13.1 million to the Siteman-St. Peters expan-

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Neurofeedback is a permanent solution for migraines By: Jason Rhodes, DC Migraines are a pain in the… head. Sufferers, 37 million in the U.S. alone, often lose their ability to function in the everyday world, relegating them to lying in darkened rooms waiting for the excruciating waves of throbbing to cease. While there are a number of prescription medications available now to reduce the pain, each carries a dire warning of potential side effects that can be worse than the migraines. Almost. Claire (not her real name) suffered from migraines for years. At first, the symptoms were annoying but not debilitating. Over time, her migraines caused her to withdraw from her life several days per month. Her doctor prescribed medication after medication, but nothing worked. Her personal life suffered. Her work life suffered. She fell into a depression frightened that this would be her life for the rest of her days. At 38, this was a dim prospect. It was at this lowest point that she came to Saint Louis Neurotherapy Institute to investigate the neurofeedback solution. Neurofeedback is the more advanced form of biofeedback discovered in the 1940s, and works at a deeper level than biofeedback. The easiest way to think about neurofeedback is that it retrains the brain to work differently. Clinical work

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by Walker, Stokes and others has demonstrated the efficacy of using brain retraining to reduce or eliminate recurring migraine headaches, among other brainrelated issues. Before a patient can begin neurofeedback, a thorough assessment is necessary to determine what brain frequencies are excessive or deficient and if there are processing issues. Results from the assessment (quantitative electroencephalogram or QEEG) are used to develop a personalized treatment plan for the individual. The neurofeedback process involves retraining the brain to respond more appropriately to stimuli. Sensors on the patient’s head record brainwave patterns and brain activity. To stimulate the brain, patients view images that respond to specific brainwave activity. When the patient consciously manipulates her brain waves, the image brightens, when she stops, the image

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• The average person will walk nearly 100,000 miles in a lifetime, which is between three-tofour times the earth’s circumference. That’s a lot of opportunity for ingrown toenails, heel pain and blisters. • People with diabetes have an increased risk of ulcers and damage to the feet, .plus they are 15 times more likely to have a limb amputated due to gangrene. That’s the reason to keep your feet clean and free from infection. • Bunions, which are a bony enlargement at the base of the big toe, are most common in women and typically caused by unsuitable footwear. That bony bump is enough of a reason to say goodbye to pointy shoes and restrictive footwear. Dr. Randy Aaranson, a podiatrist at Deer Creek Footcare, has more than 25 years of experience in comprehensive care and surgery of the foot and ankle. And that’s a good thing because the human foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than a hundred muscles, tendons and ligaments to keep him busy. “Feet take a beating, whether from a disease like diabetes or from incidents due to active living, and it’s my job to find the best treatment for each patient,” said Dr. Aaranson. “I look for the most effective way to assess the situation, fix the problem, eliminate the pain, and start the healing process.” For more information about avoiding pain today and embracing healthier feet tomorrow, call Dr. Aaranson at 636-240-1127 or visit www.deercreekfootcaremo.com.

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Suffering weight gain? It could be your thyroid By: Jason Rhodes, DC, BCIM

Hypothyroid is a condition that manifests when the thyroid gland is underperforming. It afflicts approximately 4.6 percent of the U.S. population aged 12 and older, according to the National Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases Information Service (NEMDIS), part of the National Institutes of Health. It is characterized by a wide range of symptoms such as modest weight gain (on average five to 10 pounds), dry skin, brittle nails, depression, constipation, joint pain and fuzzy thinking. While most common in women over age 60, hypothyroidism doesn’t discriminate, it can show up in males, adult women under 60 and girls. The butterfly-shaped thyroid is located in the front of the neck and covers the larynx or Adam’s apple. The thyroid is responsible for many metabolic processes in the body, such as temperature control, weight gain or loss, artery and heart health and other hormone regulation. In fact, the thyroid regulates, controls or affects every cell in the human body. When it isn’t working properly, the entire organism suffers. Because hypothyroidism can mimic many other conditions, it is imperative to determine that the thyroid is causing the problems. Many things can affect thyroid function. Environmental toxins, such as pesticides, plastics and heavy metal concentrations can serve as hormone disruptors that impair the thyroid’s ability to manage metabolism and function effectively. Another possible explanation for a woman manifesting thyroid malfunction symptoms is perimenopause. Of key concern with many patients who exhibit malfunctioning thyroid symptoms is weight gain. This weight is typically found around the middle, hips and thighs, usually refusing to budge despite dietary changes and increased exercise. The added stress of unexplained weight gain and the inability to lose it becomes a new stressor for the patient. A self-fulfilling prophecy and vicious hormonal cycle is set in motion. If the thyroid is already underperforming, the added stress simply revs up the adrenal glands, which, over time, can become exhausted trying to speed up the metabolism. As fat increases on the body, the hypothalamus tells the system to slow down, which adds to the fat stores. Participating in yo-yo dieting enhances the possibility of leptin resistance. Leptin is made in our fat cells and tells us to eat less and signals that the metabolism of the individual needs to be increased, which is done via several hormone channels including the thyroid. Through a series of complex orchestrations, and an underperforming thyroid, a person can become leptin resistant. This makes taking the weight off even harder because a consequence of leptin resistance is an increased appetite and sluggish metabolism. When dealing with the endocrine and metabolic systems, it is critical that an accurate diagnosis of the underlying issues be made before any treatment options are considered. Using our functional medicine approach, which focuses on correcting the underlying causes of disease, patients often find relief without having to resort to costly pharmaceuticals that can have significant side effects. Contact our office today at 314-983-9355 to begin your journey to a healthful future.

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St. Charles County Sheriff seeks criminal justice scholarship applicants The Missouri Sheriff ’s Association offers 16 - $1,000 scholarships each year to college-bound Missouri high school seniors who intend to pursue a criminal justice career and will be attending a Missouri college or university. -Applicants must be in good standing with his/her school. -Applicants must have a good reference from his/her counselor. -Applicants need to demonstrate financial need. -Applicants are required to have a 2.0 GPA or greater. -Applicant should be active in extra-curricular activities. -A paragraph must be attached to the application detailing his/her goals 10 years after high school graduation.

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ollowing the conclusion of the highly anticipated, closely watched meeting in September, Fed Chair Janet Yellen announced that the Federal Reserve would not be raising interest rates at this time. Because of world events, global issues and

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The criminal justice field has become more and more complex and there is a great demand for an educated workforce said Sheriff Scott Lewis. Application deadline is Jan. 31, 2016. For more information or to apply contact Sheriff Scott Lewis at sheriff@sccmo.org or visit www.mosheriffs.com and follow the scholarship link to learn more.

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By Cindy Moore

Selfie-Inflicted wounds Just when we thought it was safe to go out into the world, a new danger has reared its ugly head making it hazardous to even set foot past the doorstep. No, it’s not hurricanes, not earthquakes or even serial murderers. Not even watching the presidential debates are as life-threatening as this…well, maybe a close tie. The thing of which I speak has caused a new panic and shaken society to its core. This thing is none other than that modern-day annoyance…the selfie. Yes, that new word only recently added to the dictionary, is now responsible for a multitude of deaths, outnumbering those inflicted even by the great whites and company. To date, shark attack deaths = five, death by selfie = twelve. How could such an innocuous activity cause such human destruction? Namely because a good number of people are as dumb as a box of rocks. We can only imagine what must have been going through their minds…let’s try: Selfies with the grand canyon in the background or other steep cliffs: Not quite perfect. Step back a little bit, a little bit more. Better…one more step and….Ahhh! Splat! Selfies with man-eating animals: Hi mister large-toothed carnivore who’s three days overdue for lunch. Mind if I join you for a little souvenir snappie of my time in the Savannah? Pay no attention that I happen to smell like a bacon Whopper and fries. Here, I’ll adjust this

so I can get us together and…oh good, you’re smiling. Nice incisors….Ahhh! Chomp! Selfies while driving: Hey, I’m driving 90 mph around a treacherous hairpin curve on two wheels next to an 800-foot embankment. I think it’s the perfect time to take a pic of me and my new car. Whoa… did I just run over a buffalo? Swerve. Ahhh! Squish! Selfies with natural disasters: Yay, this hurricane is the perfect backdrop to stand on a pier next to the ocean and catch a snap of me next to a massive killer wave and….Ahhh! Swoosh! So friends, my advice; be smart. Don’t take a selfie while doing anything disastrous or harmful. And if you happen to be super stupid and take one while watching the debates, then stick a fork in yourself because you’re toast. Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder. The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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Alliance Technologies LLC acquires Metro IT Solutions Alliance Technologies, LLC. announced they have acquired Metro IT Solutions, an IT firm based in Lake St. Louis. The acquisition adds dozens of clients to Alliance’s customer base as the firm continues its expansion throughout the St. Louis Region and Eastern Missouri including St. Charles County. Christopher DeLaquil, former owner of Metro IT Solutions, will join Alliance Technologies and serve as the firm’s new Director of Client Services. DeLaquil will assist clients with IT management and support the client’s core business strategy. “Metro IT Solutions and Chris have an out-

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High-flying Joseph Gordon-Levitt stars in “The Walk” At age 34, Joseph Gordon-Levitt has established himself as a solid, dependable actor. It’s almost hard to believe, though, that the earnest young star of 1994’s “Angels in the Outfield” is starring in the new film “The Walk.” He plays Phillippe Petit, the French performer who walked across a wire between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. Most people first took notice of Gordon-Levitt two decades ago in the TV series “3rd Rock from the Sun.” He played Tommy Solomon, a member of an alien scout team sent to Earth to observe and report on human life. Tommy appeared to be the youngest member of the group, but in reality his character was much older. The show had a good run on NBC and went off the air in 2001. In the ensuing years, his movie roles show careful thought and planning. In 2009, he starred opposite the wonderful Zooey Deschanel in “(500) Days of Summer,” a delightfully sweet and offbeat love story. He also was impressive in Christopher Nolan’s mind-bending “Inception.” Gordon-Levitt played Arthur, a member of a team that invades dreams to steal corporate secrets. In 2011, the actor played the lead role in “50/50,” the story of a young man facing a scary cancer diagnosis. His character, Adam, had to deal with treatments, surgery and the potential loss of his girlfriend. Gordon-Levitt worked well with Seth Rogen, who co-starred as Adam’s best buddy Kyle. Based on true events, “50/50” represents some of the actor’s best work. Gordon-Levitt also was impressive in

“The Dark Knight Rises,” which reunited him with director Christopher Nolan. He played Blake, a Gotham City police officer who helps Batman deal with a new threat. Though this film marked the end of Nolan’s “Batman” trilogy, the final scenes indicated that Gordon-Levitt’s character could possibly star in his

own film. “Looper,” a 2012 time-travel adventure, had the actor playing the younger version of Bruce Willis’ character. Here, Gordon-Levitt is Joe, a gun-for-hire working for mobsters who send people back in time to be executed. Unfortunately, to clean up loose ends, he must kill his future self once his bosses have no further need for him. After co-starring in the critically-acclaimed “Lincoln,” the actor starred in an odd little film called “Don Jon.” Jon is a confident guy who is faithful and devoted to family and friends, but he has a weakness for adult films. Meeting an older woman played by Julianne Moore helped him gain perspective on his relationships with women. With “The Walk” and the lead role in the upcoming “Snowden,” Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s career seems to be rising higher and higher. The sky is the limit for this young actor. “The Walk ” photos courtesy Sony Pictures Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wideeyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

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Rumble Time Promotions Group loses Steve Smith Long-time promoter of boxing/MMA and good friend of mine, lost his fight from a medical issue last week as Steve Smith President/CEO of Rumble Time Promotions Group has passed. Smith and many of his fighters were on a radio show Randy Gardner and I broadcast over the past years. He always had a smile and a spot in his heart to make sure all the fans had fun many times at the Ameristar Casino and on Friday Night Fights on ESPN. His very good friend Bob Barton (photographer/webmaster) took a picture of Smith in his office. Go to www.RumbleTimePromotions. Submitted photo com for all the deMMA Steve Smith President/ CEO of Rumble Time Promotions tails. *RIP my friend Group Rams knock off undefeated Phoenix Cardinals The St. Louis football Rams have undisputed possession of second place in the National Football Conference West division after handling the first place and previous undefeated Cardinals in their backyard 24-21. The Ram’s had the lead in the entire game allowing only one touchdown in five possessions in the red zone. Highlights include: •Quarterback Nick Foles threw a 12-yard touchdown to WR Tavon Austin on the opening drive of the game. •Austin scored his second receiving touchdown in the fourth quarter. •Wide receiver Stedman Bailey received a pass for a score on an 18-yard touchdown from Foles. •Foles finished the game with a passer rating of 126.9 (16-of-24). •Rams came into Week 4 tied for the NFL lead in sacks with 14-they added four during the game. •K Greg Zuerlein converted a 30-yard field goal in the second quarter. Zuerlein is 6-of-6 on the season and 3-of-3 on field goals of 30-39 yards.

•RB Todd Gurley earned his first NFL start and finished with 19 carries for 146 yards. •Arizona entered Week 4 leading the NFL in total TDs scored (17) and points scored (126). •Linebacker Alec Ogletree led the team in tackles with nine . Go to www.StLouisRams.com to get all the information. *Impressive in the desert Two field hockey players get honors at Lindenwood The Lady Lions field hockey team had two on their roster earn ECAC Player of the Week honors after displaying standout performances against Mercyhurst and Slippery Rock. Nicole Johnston won ECAC Offensive Player of the Week while Victoria Gil collected her second ECAC Defensive Player of the Week award of the season. Johnston who is a sophomore scored late in the second half against Mercyhurst but her goal marked as the only one scored by the team. The next day she scored late in the second half again to tie the game against Slippery Rock. Those were the first two goals of the season for the San Jose, California native. Gil guarded the net again impressively with 13 total saves, including eight against Mercyhurst and totaling to 52 of the season. Leading the Lady Lions defense, Gil helped the Lady Lions only allow two goals in each game. Gil currently averages 6.5 saves per game. *Only the beginning of awards

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www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • October 7, 2015 team registration fee is $160 (table of eight). Open Bbar will be provided. Festivities include silent auction, raffles, attendance prizes, heads or tails, 50/50 drawing and mulligans For more information or to register a table, please go to http://thebeatgoesontrivianight.weebly.com Oct. 23: Trivia night The Beat Goes On Trivia Night and Silent Auction at The Christy Banquet Center at 9000 Veterans Memorial Parkway in O’Fallon is raising funds to help the Children’s Cardiomyopathy Foundation (CCF) continue their research for cures while improving diagnosis, treatment and quality of life for children. Doors open at 7 p.m. and trivia will start at 7:30 p.m. Single admission fee is $20, team registration fee is $160 (table of eight). Open bar will be provided. Oct. 23-24: Pumpkin glow Join us for the Historic Saint Charles Pumpkin Glow on Main Street. Shop’s open late. Come enjoy the enchanting sight of hundreds of glowing pumpkins along the street. Two days only! Bring your camera, costumes are encouraged. Many stores will be giving away samples and doing demonstrations. Oct. 23-24: Haunted house Creepy creatures lurk around every corner at this year’s Night of Fright Haunted House in Dardenne Prairie. Nestled inside the recreation facility of St. Charles County Parks’ Youth Activity Park at 7801 Highway N in Dardenne Prairie is a scary place that takes guests through a maze of haunted rooms filled with frightful scenes. Open from dusk to 10 p.m. on Oct. 23, and Oct. 24, this house of horror is designed to entertain children and adults. Admission to the haunted attraction is $5. For an additional $3 fee, stay until 10 p.m. and use the state-of-the-art skate park, which is suited with nighttime lighting, street course, and snake run scattered with ramps, gaps, hubbas and much more! The skate park is open to skateboards, rollerblades, bikes and scooters. An activity waiver must be completed for all guests using the skate park, and helmets are required. For more information about the Night of Fright Haunted House or the Youth Activity Park, contact 636-561-4964. Oct. 24: Trivia night St. Peter Parish Trivia Night to benefit the parish mission trip assisting the poor in San Marcos, Nicaragua will be held at St. Peter Church Parish Center at 3rd and 1st Capitol Dr. in St. Charles. Cost is $20 or $160 for table of eight. Doors open at 6 p.m., trivia starts at 7 p.m. Cash prizes, attendance prizes, free soda and beer, 50/50 drawing and silent auction. For tickets, email: Patrick.Lepski@gmail. com. Oct. 19 payment deadline to reserve table. Checks to St Peter Mission Fund; mail to St. Peter Parish, 221 First Capitol Dr., St. Charles, 63301. Oct. 24: Trivia night Trivia Night and “Spayghetti neuteral” Dinner starts at 6 p.m., trivia starts at 7 p.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church at 401 N 4th St. in St. Charles. Prepaid table of eight is $160 or $20 per person. Cost at the door is $25 per person. To reserve a table call 636-675-8550. Dinner donated by Winfield’s Gathering Place Chef Myraka Grgurich Proceeds will go to Seven More Cats Rescue and Shelter Friends rescue. Bring a 3lb bag, or six cans of cat/dog food and receive a prize. Benefit supported by Elm Point Animal Hospital. Oct. 24: Craft fair Save the date and join us for a great day of shopping and fun for the 5th Annual Francis Howell Central Craft Fair. Doors will be open from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. With over 130 crafters, you’ll find lots of one-of-a-kind items as well as some of your favorite brands too. We’ll also have food, raffles and more. Oct. 24: Trivia night Tri-County Citizens’ Advisory Board Halloween Trivia Night doors open at 6 p.m., trivia starts at 6:45 p.m. at the V.F.W. Post 2866 at 66 VFW Lane in St. Charles. Cost is $20 per person,

maximum of eight to a table. You may bring your own food, soda provided. Alcohol must be purchased at the cash bar. For more information call Esther Angelos, Treasurer, at 636-441-0329. Oct. 24: Craft show Fort Zumwalt South High School presents its 25th Annual Craft Show to be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the high school at 8050 Mexico Road in St. Peters. Craft lovers will find everything from jewelry and holiday items, to wooden crafts and soaps. In addition, we will have several home sales representatives like Pampered Chef, Scentsy and Tupperware just to name a few. Bake Sale and concessions are also available. Proceeds benefit the high school booster club, which supports extra-curricular activities including sports, music, drama and academic groups. Oct. 24: Genealogy class Genealogy classes will be offered through the Renaud Spirit Center, and taught by members of the Caroline Close Stuart Chapter, NSDAR (National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution) at 2650 Tri Sport Circle in O’Fallon. The class starts at 8:30 a.m. and will cover beginning information about how to start a family tree, where to locate documents and how to organize the information collected. The afternoon class held the same day begins at 1 p.m. and will go into more in depth information for anyone who has already gotten started but wants to sharpen skills and search like a pro. Each class will end with information on how to become a member of the DAR. DAR Chapter members will also be on hand to help with research road blocks. Residents and non-residents of O’Fallon must register for the classes with the Renaud Spirit Center at 636-474-2732. You may also find information about the local DAR chapter on the web at

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http://www.mssdar.org/ccstuart. Oct. 24: Trick or Trot run Dress up as your favorite ghoul and trot through the streets of Wentzville to benefit cancer charities at Firemen’s Park at 203 West Pearce Boulevard in Wentzville. This 5K run along with a 1.25 mile fun walk both begin at 8:30 a.m. and will be a themed run. The event is being hosted by the Wentzville Firefighters Community Outreach. Registration for adults 18 and over is $25 for the 5K, and $20 for the 1 Mile. Registration for children ages 17 and under will be $20 for the 5K, and $15 for the 1M. The family friendly party continues after the trot at the Fireman’s Park and includes fun events such as costume prizes, bounce houses, DJ, pumpkin crafts, grilled food, human foosball tournament (11 a.m. – 2 p.m.) and more.

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Oct. 25: Trunk or treat Trunk or Treat at Life Church is a free family event from noon to 2 p.m. Event includes a hot dog lunch, trunk or treating and entertainment. Life Church is located at 8134 Mexico Road in St. Peters. Oct. 25: Trunk or treat Children and families are invited to our annual Trunk ‘R Treat event at 3 p.m. at St. John United Church of Christ at 405 S Fifth in Saint Charles. Event includes fellowship, candy, games, refreshments and trunk decorating contest. For more information contact the church office, 636-9460961, www.stjohnucc.org Oct. 31: Party in the park “Halo – Wing” In The Park is a free event that will be held from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Blvd. Park at 2550 Lake St. Louis Blvd. Free balloons, treats and prizes for children 12 and under. Popcorn, hot cocoa and live music by Wings & Angels for everyone.

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October 7, 2015 • Community News - St. Charles County • www.mycnews.com EVENTS Oct. 9: Fall Fest Street Dance Fall Fest Street Dance takes place from 7 – 10 p.m.at Civic Park at 308 Civic Park Drive in O’Fallon (off Main Street in downtown O’Fallon). Kick off the weekend with a rocking night of dance music by Joe Dirt and the Dirty Boys Band. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Free admission and parking. Oct. 10: Stroll for a Goal One mile walk and/or 2.5 mile walk at Cottleville Legacy Park, Pavilion A from 8 a.m. – noon. Ticket cost is $20 per individual and $25 per family. Event registration and additional information about HavenHouse can be found on their website at www. havenhousestl.org All proceeds to benefit HavenHouse. This local charity provides the comfort of home and community of support to patients of all ages with any medical condition and their family members traveling more than 25 miles to receive care. HavenHouse provides lodging, two meals a day, transportation to 19 St. Louis regional medical facilities, and aroundthe-clock support services. Oct. 10: Craft fair O’Fallon Christian Church, Fall Craft Fair takes place at 9380 Veterans Memorial Parkway in O’Fallon from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Start your Christmas shopping early. There will be local authors, jewelry makers, calligraphers, and many handmade items, and much more. The event is free. There will also be baked goods for sale. Oct. 10: Fall Fest 5K and 10K Run and Zombie Costume Contest O’Fallon’s Fall Fest 5K (3.1 mile) and 10 K (6.2 miles) has divisions for all ages, including Baby Stroller (for the 5K), and to add to the fun, a free Zombie Costume Contest for race participants. Race begins at 7 a.m. at O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall/Police Dept.) at 100 North Main St. in O’Fallon. Go to the website www.ofallon.mo.us/fallfest for registration, FAQs and maps. Cost per person through Oct. 8 is $18 for the 5K, $23 for the 10K; race day registration is $20 for the 5K and $25 for the 10K.

Oct. 10: O’Fallon Fall Fest O’Fallon Fall Fest is from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Civic Park at 305 Civic Park Drive in O’Fallon. Shop vendor’s booths for upscale handcrafted items, listen to live acoustic music, sit down with the kids to watch a free, familyfriendly show and picnic on delicious food and beverages. Oct. 11: Sausage and roast beef dinner All are welcome to the 10th Annual Sausage Supper and Roast Beef Too Dinner from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. at St. John United Church of Christ at 405 S Fifth in Saint Charles. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children (6 to 12 years), 5 years in age and younger are free. This event is sponsored by the Men’s Bible, Bagel, and Brew. Quilt raffle, 50/50 raffle, and fresh sausage, bacon, and smoked pork chops also available. For more information or to purchase tickets call the church office, 636-946-0961, www.stjohnucc.org. Oct 13: Genealogy presentation Please journey along with us as Gloria Perry, Ph.D., Genealogy Hobbyist and Story Keeper, presents “The Woman in the Dress” at St. John United Church of Christ at 405 S Fifth in Saint Charles at 7 p.m. Hear the story of a 17-yearold girl coming alone to the U.S. from Germany in 1855. Gloria dresses in period clothing to tell the story. For more information contact the church office, 636-946-0961, www.stjohnucc.org. Oct. 14: Faith Leadership Breakfast (Faith In Action) VITAS Healthcare would like to invite the faith leaders of our community, to participate in our Faith Leadership Breakfast from 9 – 11 a.m. at Community Commons at Spencer Library at 427 Spencer Road, Ste 240 in St. Peters. This workshop program is intended to educate hospice awareness, dialogues, and partnerships within in the church community to improve access to quality end-of-life care. Please RSVP by calling 314-682-3400 by Oct. 2 to reserve your seat. Oct. 16-17: The 9th Annual Calhoun County Quilt and Church Tour

The 9th Annual Calhoun County Quilt and Church Tour takes place Oct. 16 and Oct. 17 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tickets are $12 onsite. For more information and to purchase tickets, call Robbie 618-232-1268 or Jane 618883-2578. Oct. 17: Craft fair The 6th Annual Fort Zumwalt East H.S.Craft Fair takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fort Zumwalt East High School at 600 1st Executive Ave. in Saint Peters. All proceeds to benefit FZE senior grad night. Bake sale and raffle items available. We have some awesome gift and craft items that will be available; including candles, quilts, jewelry, music boxes, pet items, purses, beauty and bath items, fashions, custom bears, holiday craft items and many others fun items. Vendor information: Booth cost is $40 for 8X10, Electric $10 extra. Must bring own table but we provide two chairs. Contact Rose Delph at rdelph57@yahoo.com or 314-458-7075. Oct. 17 Free electronics and appliance recycling event Not just for residents – everyone is welcome to bring just about any item with an electric cord or that uses a battery to this free electronics and appliance recycling event from 8 a.m. to noon at T.R. Hughes Ballpark west parking lot (off Tom Ginnever Avenue) at 900 T.R. Hughes Boulevard in O’Fallon. Acceptable items for the drop-off include household appliances, water heaters, furnaces, air conditioners, microwaves, kitchen appliances, computers, computer monitors (including CRT monitors), printers, keyboards, laptops, hard drives, scanners, DVDs, cell phones, pagers, fax machines, answering machines, radios, stereos, speakers, VCRs, power tools, lawn and garden equipment (which must have gas and oil removed) and LED/LCD TVs. A fee will be charged for CRT (cathode ray tube) TV sets; the cost is $20 per set measuring 27 inches or less, and $40 per set over 27 inches, wooden console sets and rear projection sets. Please do not bring smoke detectors, glass lamps, light bulbs, VHS tapes or alkaline batteries. This free service is provided by the City of O’Fallon in partnership with Midwest Recycling Center. Oct. 17-18: Assumption Fall Festival Enjoy live music, haunted hayrides, carnival rides, tasty food, games of chance, inflatables, refreshing spirits, and plenty of crafts at the annual Fall Festival at Assumption Parish, located at 403 North Main St. in O’Fallon from 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. on Oct. 17 and from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Oct. 18. This traditional church picnic features traditional turkey and sausage dinners with all the trimmings and lots of fun for the entire family. All are welcome to attend this two-day celebration that serves as Assumption’s largest fundraiser of the year. For more information about the Assumption Parish picnic, contact Fall Festival Chairman Dan and Nikki Simpson at 314-744-0344.

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Oct. 20: Fundraising dinner The O’Fallon Kiwanis Club is sponsoring a fundraising event at Cappuccino’s Restaurant at 1365 Hwy K in O’Fallon from 4 -9 p.m. Buy your dinner for $15 from a special menu that includes salad, entree, dessert and beverage. Five dollars will go to help the Kiwanis save the lives of babies all over the world by providing their mothers with a tetanus vaccination. These vaccinations only cost $1.80 each so come eat with us and save two babies at the same time. Oct. 23: Halloween Party in the Park Halloween Party in the Park runs from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Founders Park at 7 Freymuth Road. Come enjoy a night full of spooky hay rides, bounce houses, pony rides, balloons and much more. Visit www.lakesaintlouis.com for more details about local events. Oct. 23: Trivia night Trivia night event to help the Children’s Cardiomyopathy Foundation (CCF) continue their research for cures while improving diagnosis, treatment and quality of life for children to be held at The Christy Banquet Center at 9000 Veterans Memorial Parkway in

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By Joe Morice

Over the Fence

My plastic container meltdown A cleaning person noticed the various plastic containers from whipped butter to cottage cheese crammed in my kitchen cabinets. She asked, “What in the world are all those containers for?” I said, “I need them for leftovers.” She looked back at the stacks and then back at me and said, “40 of them?” Well it’s true, I hate throwing them away. Since my friend teased me about my container fetish, I began gathering them up for the trash barrel. After searching through cabinets, closets, and various dark places, I filled up a trash bag. I started to chuck it into the trashcan and stopped. I couldn’t do it. Was I having container withdrawal? Then I remembered that plastic things end up in landfills and probably won’t decompose until future generations invent disintegrators that turn landfills into subdivisions. Since that seemed unlikely, I pictured some space aliens dropping by in a few thousand years to dig around and discover what happened when we destroyed the planet and ourselves. I’m sure it wont be like today’s archeologists who dig up bones, artifacts and weapons cavemen used to kill animals for meat or other cavemen to steal their meat. How could I possibly throw these plastic containers in the trash and feel good about it? “Perhaps I’ll sell them on the Internet,” I thought. Thinking is doing. I spread them out on a large table and took pictures to accompany the ad. $10 takes all. Some needy person could use these to store veggies, meat, fruit, leftovers…or, considering this is Missouri, meth lab chemicals

or ammunition for firefights with DEA agents, loan sharks or noisy neighbors. Two more weeks passed and I renewed the ad once more and included a free 12 pack of Budweiser. After fifty phone calls within ten minutes, a man in a pickup truck screeched to a stop. After I gave him the beer and the trash bag full of plastic containers, he thanked me and left. Later I found the bag full of containers a block away lying in a ditch. Someone suggested taking them to a recycling center. “Great idea!’’ I grumbled. Duh. I took them there and asked what they did with plastic things. The counterman rolled his eyes and said, “Would you believe we send them to a place that melts them down to make car bumpers?” “That’s great!,” I chortled. Wait…was he being sarcastic? Surely not. A few months later, someone crunched my car’s plastic rear bumper on a parking lot. The body shop replaced it and threw the damaged bumper in a trash dumpster. Life is weird. 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 heavy equipment. He has no formal training as a writer, unless a lifetime 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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