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January 11, 2012 Vol. 91 No. 2

Bring the entire family to the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge January 14 and 15 for Eagle Days!

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Visitors are invited to view eagles through spotting scopes staffed by trained volunteers at any time during Eagle Days on the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on January 14 and 15. On both days, an educational program, featuring a live eagle, is repeated every 20 minutes from 10 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. In addition, Eagle Days on the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge features activities to entertain and educate the whole family. Programming includes a hands-on exhibit of local birds presented by St. Louis Audubon, a fullsize replica of an eagle’s nest, and warming tent activities including children’s art courtesy of The Green Center. All activities are free, and both paid and free parking are available.

Nature and history will intersect, as visitors enjoy Lewis and Clark living history demonstrations at both Bridge entrances. The Missouri Bridge entrance will feature reenactors from the Discovery Expedition of St. Charles, Missouri.

Visitors can see how Lewis and Clark and their crew lived, cooked and traveled during their historic voyage more than 200 years ago. The Illinois side will feature re-enactors from the Lewis and Clark State Historic Site. Both entrances will showcase life-size replicas of boats (called “pirogues”) used during the expedition.

Visitors are encouraged to dress warmly, wear comfortable shoes (eagle viewing occurs at the center of the Bridge, a half-mile walk from each Bridge entrance), and leave their pets at home.

During the winter, the Mississippi River hosts one of North America's largest concentrations of bald eagles; they are drawn to areas of open water in search of fish, their preferred food. The Chain of Rocks rapids to the south of the Bridge are ideal fishing waters for eagles. The Old Chain of Rocks Bridge, a historic Route 66 crossing owned by the City of Madison, Ill., and renovated in 1999 by Trailnet, makes an ideal viewing platform.

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Eagle Days on the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge is made possible through a partnership with The Confluence Partnership, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC).

Directions to the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge from St. Louis: Take I-270 east toward Alton, IL. Exit at Riverview Drive exit and turn right. Turn left into the entrance of the Confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri Park/Missouri Bridge. Parking at the Missouri Bridge entrance costs $5. (See below for free parking information.)

From Illinois: Take I-270 west towards Missouri. Exit at IL Route 3, go south to Chain of Rocks Road and follow west to the bridge entrance parking area (free). OR to park on the Missouri side, continue on I-270 west, over the Mississippi River; exit at Riverview Drive and turn left. Turn left into the entrance of the Confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri Park/Missouri Bridge. Parking at the Missouri Bridge entrance costs $5.

Free parking is available at two satellite lots in Missouri, the St. Louis Welcome Center at Riverview and I-270 and North Riverfront Park, off of Riverview south of the waterworks. A free shuttle Learn & Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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MLK Celebration For the 11th consecutive year, North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice (NCCU) is co-sponsoring the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Celebration at St. Louis Community College at Florissant Valley. The program will be held at 3 p.m. on January 15 in the Terry Fisher Theatre. One of the highlights is NCCU's Annual Oratory Essay Contest winners who will present their winning essays. This contest is based upon some aspect of Dr. King's life and work. This year’s theme was: "Dr. King's Unfinished Business: Promoting Economic Empowerment."

For the last 11 years, NCCU has selected five winners in various categories, and winners may be in one of five age groups: senior, adult, grades 1-5, 6-8, and 9-12. In the past, NCCU has had winners in each category. One year there was an 82 year-old winner, and there have

been several winners from the adult category. NCCU always chooses some winners from the student groups.

This year’s adult winner was Ms. Rashawn Johnson, a teacher at Berkeley Middle School in the FergusonFlorissant School District. Other winners were: Grace Bishop, in the 1-5 grade category, a student in Lawson Elementary School, Hazelwood School District; Wynter March in the 6-8 category, a student in Combs Elementary School, Ferguson-Florissant School District; and from the 9-12 category, Kourtney Harvey, a student in the McCluer North High School, Ferguson-Florissant School District; and David Kirkman, a student in McCluer High School, FergusonFlorissant School District.

The adult winner will be awarded a gift certificate of $100. The student winners will each receive a $100 sav-

ings bond and a winner’s certificate.

The winners were selected from a group of 41 essays submitted based upon a contest held at John Knox Presbyterian Church. NCCU President Rance Thomas said the process is difficult because so many of the essays are excellent. The committee selects a certain number to be heard from the essays submitted, and the finalists present their essays before the judges, parents, teachers, educators and friends during the competition.

The keynote speaker at this year’s Dr. Martin Luther King celebration is Ms. Carol Daniel, radio and television personality. Music will be provided by Olivet Missionary Choir, one of the NCCU member churches. All are welcome. For more information about the celebration, please call Rance Thomas at 314.238.6828.

more appealing than freezing in a deer stand! Luckily for our guys, what happens at deer camp stays at deer camp.

Laugh and sing along as they hatch a plan to save their hunting paradise without firing a single shot. Written by Gene Jurek with music by Doug Spartz, the show features hilarious songs like: "Mighty Hunters", "She's Playing Bingo", "Coupon

Clipping Ladies" and more!

The show will be held at 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 14 at the Florissant Civic Center Theatre, Parker Road at Waterford Drive. For tickets, please call 314.921.5678 or visit www.florissantfinearts.com. Tickets are $27 for adults and $25 for seniors and students.

The Florissant Fine Arts Council presents the Applause/Applause 2011-12 Series with financial support from the Regional Arts Commission, Missouri Arts Council, a state agency, and the Arts and Education Council of Greater St. Louis.

Resident Programs (CORP)? Many positions offer flexibility, regarding hours, days, time commitment and location. Some examples include: driving older adults to doctor appointments and grocery stores; picking up and delivering prescriptions, groceries and household items; and visiting homebound seniors.

Other volunteer options involve administrative or professional skills, such as phone receptionist, data entry, paralegal and computer coach. There also are opportunities for individuals or groups to share specific

talents and skills (e.g., music, arts, storytelling, etc.) for special events that bring seniors together to socialize.

How about “resolving” to give a little of your time for a very worthy endeavor. You will likely obtain a lot of satisfaction knowing you are helping out seniors in your own community!

Please contact CORP Coordinator Terese Labovitz at 314.615.4435; tlabovitz@stlouisco.com and let her know that 2012 is the year for you to participate as a CORP volunteer! Individuals with hearing impairments may call 314.615.4425.

Deer Camp The Musical The Florissant Fine Arts Council is pleased to present the hilarious “Deer Camp The Musical,” starring the well known Tony Papenfuss and John Voldstad, otherwise known as "My Brother Darryl and My Other Brother Darryl" from the hit Newhart Show! This production from the Actors Theatre of Minnesota follows four fearless hunters on the annual trek to deer camp.

But things are looking bleak this season, after decades of hunting trips, the guys have yet to bag a single deer and the wives are getting suspicious. This season they need to show their wives that they are the mighty hunters they claim to be. This is not easy when the thought of drinking beer and hanging out in the deer shack is

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Live Well Ferguson 5K in its Third Year as North County’s Only Twilight Race Keep your 2012 New Year’s resolution for fitness by registering for the third annual Live Well Ferguson Twilight 5K Run/Walk. The race is Saturday, May 19, 2012 in downtown Ferguson, Mo. Runners and walkers of all ages and fitness levels will take to the streets of the City of Ferguson on a USATF certified course for the only twilight run/walk event in North St. Louis County. The 5K and one-mile races start and finish at Plaza at 501, an outdoor entertainment area at the intersection of Florissant Road and Suburban Avenue. The post-race festivities include a concert, vendors and specials at local restaurants.

Race fees are $20 through mid-April. There is a $5 discount for participants 19 years of age and under.

Special rates are offered to teams of 10 or more. Registration is available online at www.livewellferg5k.com Not only does the race promote fitness and fun, it supports youth scholarships for summer programs at the Emerson Family YMCA. Race sponsors include Christian Hospital, Ferguson City Walk, Live Well Ferguson, Big River Running, Wellspring Church, the City of Ferguson, Emerson Family YMCA, Pearce Neikirk Realtors, Mobile Eye Care Solutions, Great Rivers Greenway, Blue’s ArtHouse Graphics and Web Design and

Ferguson Brewing Company.

In 2012, the goal is to attract 1,400 participants.

Awards and prizes will be presented to top finishers; medals will be presented to the first 1,000 finishers. The course is timed by Big River Running.

For more details about Ferguson Twilight 5K, go to www.livewellferg5k.com.

To become a LiveWell Ferguson 5K race sponsor, contact Dwayne T. James, race director, at 314.395.2430 or by email at LiveWellFerg5K@gmail.com.

Like us on Facebook at Live Well Ferguson Run and follow us on Twitter at #FergTwilight5K.

New Years Resolution: Fit Kids Start With Fit Families Youngsters don't often make New Year's resolutions, but considering that about 32-percent of children are overweight, parents may want to encourage them to do so.

Encouraging a healthier lifestyle for children begins with the parents, according to registered dietitian Karen Stephens at Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends several goals for healthier living, such as trying a new

sport, drinking more milk and water while limiting soda and fruit juice, getting plenty of sleep each night, and trying new fruits and veggies.

Stephens said childhood obesity makes youngsters more susceptible to health risks, including diabetes and heart disease.

"The reality is these children will not grow out of it,” she said. “Particularly if they're overweight as children and teenagers, they will tend to be overweight as

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adults, as well. Whatever those medical problems that may have started as children, they will continue on into adulthood."

Children need to be active for an hour a day, Stephens said, but it doesn't have to be all at once. She advises limiting screen time to less than two hours a day, which includes television, video and computer games.

No More Waiting in the ER at SSM Health Care – St. Louis Hospitals Why sit in an emergency room (ER) waiting room when you can relax at home?

Thanks to a new service called InQuicker, SSM Health Care – St. Louis Emergency Department patients with minor emergencies can go online to hold their place in line. Instead of sitting in the waiting room, patients can select a projected treatment time online and relax at home or the location of their choice until it is time to go the ER for treatment.

How does it work? It’s easy: 1. Go to www.ssmhealth.com/er 2. Choose your nearest SSM hospital 3. Select a projected treatment time 4. Fill out a simple form 5. Relax comfortably at home or the location of your choice until it’s time to go!

InQuicker is available at many hospitals throughout the nation. Based on previous experiences and data, this new service is expected to increase patient satisfaction here in St. Louis, especially for those with minor emergencies. Additionally, this service should streamline throughput in the ER, eventually leading to an

increase in overall capacity.

The five Emergency Departments with this service include: SSM St. Mary’s Health Center, SSM St. Clare Health Center, SSM DePaul Health Center, SSM St. Joseph Health Center and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West. SSM St. Joseph Health Center – Wentzville and SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center are not included at this time.

“While this service is not meant to eliminate waiting times, it will give people a more convenient option when needing treatment,” explained Sean Hogan, president of SSM Ambulatory Services. “I am confident this service will enhance the patients’ experience with our ERs and will give patients a reason to choose us when they need emergency care.”

To learn more or use InQuicker, please go to www.ssmhealth.com/er.

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SLCL Hosts Bestselling Teen Fantasy Author Andrea Cremer The St. Louis County Library Foundation and Pudd’nHead are pleased to present a Reading Garden Event Series program with breakout young adult teen fantasy author Andrea Cremer, who will discuss “Bloodrose,” the third installment in her bestselling Nightshade trilogy. The event will be at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 17. at Library Headquarters,1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

The program is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase at the event from Pudd’nHead Books.

While other teenage girls daydream about boys, Calla Tor imagines ripping out her enemies’ throats. And she wouldn’t have it any other way. Calla was born a warrior and is the alpha female of the next generation of shapeshifting wolves. But Calla’s predestined path veered off course the moment she saved the life of a wayward hiker, a human boy her own age.

Now that the final battle is upon her, there's more at stake than fighting. There's saving the life of her true love, even if he's been branded a traitor. There's proving

herself as the pack's alpha, facing unnamable horrors, and ridding the world of the Keepers' magic once and for all. And then there's deciding what to do when the war ends. If Calla makes it out alive, that is. In this remarkable final installment of the Nightshade trilogy, Andrea Cremer crafts a dynamic novel with twists and turns that will keep you breathless until its final pages.

Andrea Cremer is the internationally bestselling author of the Nightshade trilogy: “Nightshade,” “Wolfsbane,” and “Bloodrose.”

When she is not writing, Cremer is a professor of history at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minn.

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This Year, Resolve to Stay Well The typical New Year’s resolutions people make – to eat healthier, exercise more, and quit smoking – could also be categorized under one important resolution: Stay well. According to the American Cancer Society, about half of all cancer deaths could be prevented by avoiding tobacco products, maintaining a healthy weight through eating right and exercising regularly, and getting recommended cancer screening tests. This year, you can help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays by taking steps to reduce your risk of cancer and stay well.

Eating Right + Exercising Regularly = Healthier You There is strong scientific evidence that healthy eating – including five or more servings of vegetables and fruits each day – along with regular physical activity (at least 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity on five or more days of the week), are essential to maintain a healthy body weight and reduce cancer risk. Use our calculators to help determine your ideal body weight, how many calories you need each day and how many you can burn with activities and what your target heart rate should be during exercise.

Know your screenings.

Regular screenings by a health care professional can help find cancer early, when it is easiest to treat. At least half of all new cancer cases are cancer types that can be prevented or detected earlier by screening. Need help remembering when to sched-

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ule your next screening test? Sign up to get a reminder.

There’s never been a better time to quit smoking.

Quitting and avoiding tobacco is one of the most important steps in creating a world with less cancer and more birthdays. Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the United States. In fact, smokers who quit can add up to eight years (and up to eight more birthdays) onto their lives. The American Cancer Society can help you quit smoking and stay well with resources and support that can increase your chances of quitting successfully.

Smokers can find tools to help them determine how many cigarettes they have ever smoked and how much the habit has cost them.

You Can Create a World with More Birthdays.

Every day the American Cancer Society is working to save lives and get closer to a world where cancer is scarce. This year, 11 million cancer survivors in the United States will celebrate another birthday, thanks to the progress the Society has made.

You can join the movement to create a world with more birthdays by helping your American Cancer Society save lives. Here are a few ideas to help you get started: • Help people stay well. You can help people get the information they need to reduce their cancer risk or detect it early, when it is easiest to treat. For instance, the American Cancer Society recommends women age 40 and older get a mammogram and breast exam every year – you can sign up for a mammogram reminder for yourself or a loved one at cancer.org/MammogramReminder.

• Help people get well. Tell someone facing cancer about the Society’s information, day-to-day guidance, and emotional support available around the clock at 1.800.227.2345 or cancer.org. Get even more involved by volunteering for one of the Society’s programs to help people through every step of a cancer experience at cancer.org/volunteer.

• Find cures. You can help further the Society’s research efforts by enrolling in Cancer Prevention Study-3, one of the nation’s largest studies to better understand what causes or prevents cancer. Find out more at cancer.org/cps-3.

• Fight back. You can help rally your community to join the fight against cancer by signing up to be a team captain for your local American Cancer Society Relay For Life® event this spring and by inviting your friends to join you at RelayForLife.org.

There are so many ways to help create a world with more birthdays. Find our calculators, screening reminder tools, quizzes and more at http://www.cancer.org/Healthy/ToolsandCalculators/index. Learn more ideas and join the movement at cancer.org, or call your American Cancer Society at 1.800.227.2345.

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New SSM Rehabilitation Hospital Set to Open in Bridgeton A ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, January 6, marked the grand while employing almost 1,000 people. In addition to the new hospital, they operate the opening of the 60-bed SSM Rehabilitation Hospital on the campus of SSM DePaul SSM Day Institute (four locations), SSM Physical Therapy (32 locations), SSM HomeHealth Center. ward Bound (11 locations), SSM WorkHealth (three locations). The network also proSSM Rehabilitation Hospital expands the number of general rehabilitation beds vides therapists to SSM Home Care. The staff provides acute hospital therapy services available locally and will become a regional referral center for patients with brain and for patients in all five SSM Health Care-St. Louis adult acute-care hospitals – DePaul spinal cord injuries, said Doug Brewer, president & chief executive officer of SSM Re- Health Center, St. Clare Health Center, St. Joseph Health Center, St. Joseph Health habilitation Network.

Center-Wentzville, St. Joseph Hospital West and St. Mary’s Health Center.

“There is a growing need for rehabilitation services,” he said. “Many acute care hosThe joint venture between SSM Health Care-St. Louis and Select Medical Corporapital patients still require sophisticated care before they are ready to go home. We are tion provides the clinical staff with additional access to peers at the New Jersey-based able to provide this care in a setting that is typically 30 percent lower in cost while Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, which is consistently rated as one of the top proproviding needed therapy and training that gives patients a considerably better chance viders of rehabilitation care throughout the nation. of staying out of the hospital once they go home.”

“Many of our clinicians have trained at Kessler and Kessler experts visit use here in Patients seeking rehabilitation services have grown due to improvements in trauma St. Louis,” Brewer said. “We have access to their phenomenal treatment programs and and stroke care, Brewer said. “People who had potentially fatal injuries ten years ago protocols. We are in touch with them on a daily basis. That is invaluable as we continue are now surviving because they are using seat belts and because our emergency ser- our focus on providing the best quality of rehabilitation services in the area.” vices give them immediate access to trauma centers and stroke centers of excellence.”

SSM Rehabilitation Hospital services are designed for patients who require assistance in regaining life skills and independence, said Chris Gonzalez, director of rehabilitation.

“We’re here for people who have had an illness or injury that preThe Rotary Club of Florissant chose their Christmas vents them from doing things they need to do, whether it is walking party to share with those in need in the North County and dressing themselves or thinking clearly so they can process their area. Checks for $10,000 were presented to Marygrove, day. One area that differentiates us is our care of people with a dual TEAM (local food pantry), Valley Industries (workdiagnosis, such as spinal cord and brain injuries. Many times when shop opportunities for special needs adults) and Dethere are traumatic injuries, especially in car accidents, both of those Paul Hospital (for their baby care unit). In addition, injuries occur.” names of four Rotarians were drawn from Santa's The three-story, 66,914-square-foot SSM Rehabilitation Hospital basket and each selected a charity of their choice to is located at 12380 DePaul Drive at the confluence of Interstate 70, receive a $100 donation from Rotary. The winners and Paul Detrick, president of the Florissant Rotary Club, presInterstate 270 and St. Charles Rock Road in Bridgeton, Missouri. their charities included: Bob Lowery - Old St. Ferdi- ents a check for $10,000 to Mike Baer, director of the TransiThe facility’s innovative design reflects the specialized needs of nand Shrine, Pat Komoroski - Just Because We Care, tional Living Services for Marygrove. patients, families and clinicians and creates an environment that Dave Dolinar - CHAMP, JoAnn Donovan Took - TEAM. supports healing and recovery. Our clinical staff provides compreDelmar Garden Villas, under the leadership of Nancy Geno, served as host for the party, providhensive inpatient medical rehabilitation care to patients with stroke, ing a delicious meal in a beautifully decorated room. Howard Nimmons, Master of Ceremonies, brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputation, neurological and orthoinsured a good time for all. The Patty Holt High School ensemble entertained. pedic conditions. Our rehabilitation services also include the SSM Day Institute, a specialized outpatient rehabilitation program for individuals who are recovering from a traumatic injury or illness but who no longer require 24-hour nursing or acute rehabilitation care.

SSM Rehabilitation Hospital is operated by SSM-Select Rehab LLC, a joint venture of SSM Health Care - St. Louis and Select Medical Corporation. The brain injury rehabilitation program will be relocated from SSM St. Mary's Health Center in Richmond Heights, Mo., to the new site while continuing to operate general inpatient rehabilitation programs at both SSM-St. Mary’s Health Center and SSM St. Joseph Health Center.

“We will open with approximately150 employees and plan to employ 250 people when we reach full occupancy,” Brewer said.

The new hospital is expected to bring additional employment benefits to the city of Bridgeton, said Mayor Conrad Bowers.

“DePaul is our largest employer and they continue to improve the campus. New employees often will live in the area. They shop here and have lunch here, so there are employment spinoffs. This is another milestone that is great for the area and great for the community.”

The SSM Rehabilitation network provides various levels of rehabilitative care at over 50 locations throughout the St. Louis market

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Trinity Cheerleaders Girls ages 4-15 are invited to Cheer with the Titan Cheerleaders at the Trinity Catholic High School boys basketball game against St. Mary’s on Friday, Feb. 10. The participants will practice with the Trinity cheerleaders from 7:30-8:30 Feb. 7 and 8 at Trinity and then perform during the second quarter and at halftime of the game Feb. 10. The girls will learn chants, jumps and some builds and receive a Trinity Cheerleading T-shirt that will be worn during the game. The cost is $25 per person or $40 for two or more siblings if paid before Tuesday, Jan. 24. After Jan. 24 the cost is $30 per person.

For more information, or to reserve a spot, call Dana Anderson at 314-489-2491 or e-mail at dan33d@yahoo.com.

Greater North County Chamber Offers Five $1,000 Scholarships The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program.

The chamber will award five $1,000 scholarships to high school students who reside in the Greater North County service area.

Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the Chamber’s Membership Luncheon on March 21, 2012.

The deadline for applications is noon on Friday, February 17, 2012. Applications are available at the local high schools; at the chamber office, 420 W. Washington St.; or online at http://www. greaternorthcountychamber.com/2012ScholarshipApp.pdf.

The scholarship can be used for post high school continuing education expenses, including college tuition, room and board, books, fee or for expenses associated with a trade or technical school program. Seniors with a commitment to North County, an interest in pursuing a career in business and have demonstrated a record of community service are encouraged to apply.

The scholarship fund was established with donations from chamber members and a fall bowling tournament. The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce has awarded $35,000 in scholarships to date.

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North County Catholic Elementary Schools Celebrate Catholic Schools Week with Community Open House The eight Catholic elementary schools located in the Northeast Deanery of the Archdiocese of St. Louis will together host a Community Open House on Sunday, January 29, 2012. Each school location will be open during the hours of 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Visitors will have the opportunity to tour the schools, meet teachers and staff, and learn about the curriculum and programs that each school offers.

“We invite parishioners, families of all faiths, community leaders and all members of the North County community to celebrate Catholic Schools Week with us by visiting one or more of the schools located in our neighborhoods,” said Cara Koen, Director of Advancement for the Federation of Catholic Schools in the Northeast Deanery. “Come and see our facilities, meet families and students who attend our schools, and learn about the positive ways Catholic schools impact North County.”

The Federation of Catholic Schools in the Northeast Deanery includes the following parish-sponsored elementary schools, which will all be open to the public on January 29, 2012 between 1:00-3:00 pm (some schools may choose to remain open longer, contact individual schools for more information): • Blessed Teresa of Calcutta, 314-522-3888, 150 N. Elizabeth Avenue, Ferguson • Christ, Light of the Nations, 314-741-0400, 1650 Redman Road, Spanish Lake Sponsored by Holy Name of Jesus and Our Lady of the Rosary Parishes • Our Lady of Guadalupe, 314-524-1948, 1115 South Florissant Road, Cool Valley • Sacred Heart, 314-831-3372, 501 St. Louis Street, Florissant • St. Angela Merici, 314-831-8012, 3860 N. Highway 67, Florissant • St. Ferdinand, 314-921-2201, 1735 Charbonier, Florissant Serves parishioners of St. Ferdinand and St. Martin de Porres • St. Norbert, 314-839-0948, 16475 New Halls Ferry Road, Florissant; and St. Norbert Early Childhood Center, 314-420-9773, 1625 Swallow Lane, Florissant Serves parishioners of St. Norbert and St. Sabina Parishes • St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, 3500 St. Catherine Street, Florissant The Federation of Catholic Schools is a formal agreement between the pastors of the eleven parishes in the Northeast Deanery of the Archdiocese of St. Louis to work more closely together in support of the mission of Catholic education in the North County community. To learn more about the programs and goals of the Federation, please visit www.FederationofCatholicSchools.org.

Hazelwood District Middle School Staff Members to Play Basketball Against Harlem Wizards On Saturday, January 21 the Hazelwood School District staff will support a Students Activities in Investigative Learning (SAIL) fundraiser by asking students and their families to attend a basketball game featuring Hazelwood middle school staff members competing against the Harlem Wizards. At Hazelwood Central High School Field House, 15875 New Halls Ferry Road, Florissant, MO 63031. The field house is next to the tennis courts. Doors open at 2 p.m. Game begins at 3 p.m. SAIL is the District’s middle school gifted education program.

People may buy tickets online at www.harlemwizards.com.

Tickets cost $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Children under 4 are free. Funds will support SAIL programs at Hazelwood Northwest, Hazelwood Southeast and Hazelwood West middle schools. The school with the largest number of people in attendance will receive an award.

Contact Diana Gulotta, assistant superintendent for communications, 314.953.5005 or cell 314.575.0503 for more information.

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Ferguson-Florissant School District Board of Education Recognizes Excellence The Ferguson-Florissant School District Board of Education will take time to honor the accomplishments of students and staff at its 7 p.m. monthly board meeting on Wednesday, January 11. Honorees’ names will be read, and they will be applauded as they walk forward to receive certificates of appreciation and pats-on-the back from board members.

“Our district really does serve as a positive role model in the community,” said Dr. Art McCoy, superintendent. “The accomplishments of our students and staff serve as proof that there can be high achievement for all through equity and excellence every day. They also establish us as a trailblazer locally, statewide and beyond,” Elite FFSD students named KMOX/SEMO Students of Achievement. Jessica Brinkley, a McCluer High School student, and Melanie Gray, a McCluer SouthBerkeley High School student, are 2012-13 KMOX/Southeast Missouri State University Students of Achievement. The award recognizes 30 elite juniors for their achievement in academics, athletics, the arts, community service and leadership.

Students of Achievement receive a $3,000 scholarship to SEMO that is renewable if they maintain a 3.5 cumulative SEMO GPA and complete 30-SEMO credit hours.

Jessica and Melanie will be honored at a luncheon in May. MN’s Alex Schwan receives honorable mention in Des Lee art showcase. Alex Schwan's stunning self-portrait, "Flight," was selected by Tuan Nguyen, education manager at the Contemporary Art Museum of St. Louis, for display at the E. Desmond Lee Fine Arts Education Collaboration Visual Arts Showcase held Nov. 30 at Powell Symphony Hall. Schwan’s two-dimensional artwork displays her back

transformed into a runway for a flock of vibrant birds. The McCluer North High School senior received honorable mention for the piece created with colored pencils and metallic markers. MN's Visual Arts Department Chairperson, Dorothy Morris, is very optimistic about Schwan’s future.

"I've been teaching for more than 30 years, and Alex is one of my three most gifted students,” she said. “She is a very impressive and talented young woman but also very focused Alex Schwan and success-driven. She has been accepted at the Art Institute of Chicago."

The competitive art exhibition for secondary students featured a total of seven winning submissions. The showcase's theme was "The Arts Make a Difference."

MN's Rachel Franck is the SNC softball player of the year again. Rachel Franck is the Suburban North Conference Softball Player of the Year for the second year in a row. The McCluer North High School senior was selected by SNC coaches for the accolade because of her superior softball skills. Rachel plays on MN's varsity softball team as a pitcher and outfielder. She also holds a 4.0 GPA. Rachel is certain that she would like to teach elementary school children someday, but she is still deciding what school she will attend after she graduates in May.

Wow! New Classrooms Open at Ritenour High School It was much more than just the first day back from winter break for Ritenour High School students. Tuesday, January 3 was the first day in their new music and drama classrooms! As of Jan. 3, 2012 the new classroom addition at Ritenour High School is officially open.

Students and staff were simply amazed by what they saw.

"This is outstanding and beautiful," said one band student.

"Wow, I can't believe we have these classrooms in our school," added a student in the drama classroom.

"We can't thank our community enough for helping us achieve our dreams," noted another student in the new band classroom.

The addition features new classrooms for band,

choir, orchestra and drama. It also includes a new music technology classroom, large instrument storage areas, multiple solo and ensemble practice rooms and rehearsal spaces.

The adjacent 792-seat auditorium is under construction and is expected to open next month.

Ritenour maintenance and custodial crews spent the winter break moving furniture, musical instruments and other materials into the new classrooms. At the same time, construction crews put the finishing touches on the new space and delivered truck loads of new furniture. RHS music teachers also spent several days over winter break getting their classrooms ready for students. The efforts were led by Ritenour Assistant to the Superintendent for Support Services Mike Wieland, who spent many hours during the last week of December making sure everything was ready for students and

staff when they returned to school on Jan. 3.

Built to the highest standards of sustainable construction and energy efficiency, the addition features "daylighting" techniques to increase sunlight into the building reducing the need for electric lighting, the use of sustainable building materials made of recyclable materials and much more.

Construction of the classroom addition at Ritenour High School is funded by Proposition K, a $50 million bond issue Ritenour voters approved in November of 2008.

Parents Invited to Attend HSD Kindergarten Information Nights Parents of new kindergarten students who will attend school in the Hazelwood School District in 2012-2013 are invited to attend one of three informational meetings.

District staff will lead discussions on the kindergarten curriculum, an overview of a school day, breakfast and lunch programs, transportation services, registering for school and Kindergarten Round-Up dates. Child care will be provided during the meetings for ages 3-11.

Meetings are from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the following locations: Jan. 19: Keeven Elementary School

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Learn & Play

January 11, 2012

Statepoint Crossword Theme: Winter Fun

Middle Pick: “Rumpelstiltskin”

Community News is proud to offer our readers “Book Buzz.” This column will feature great books for children in three categories: Youngest Pick: early childhood to the first or second grade, Middle Pick: elementary school children, and Oldest Pick: middle school children. Enjoy!

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ACROSS 1. Found on a necklace 6. Cul de ___ 9. Loads 13. Furry coats 14. Make a mistake 15. *Snow impression 16. Nets basketball coach 17. Major record label 18. Bogart's "Key _____" 19. *Dripped shape 21. *Like cleanest snow?

23. Sigma ___ Epsilon

24. Never wave the white one?

25. Bayerische Motoren Werke 28. Somebody ____ 30. *It means more winter?

35. Paper unit 37. One of many on a list 39. Pro teams do this all the time 40. Therefore 41. *"The Bear Who _____ Through Christmas" 43. Algonquian people 44. Sour in taste 46. Dunking treat

“Rumpelstiltskin,” retold and illustrated

by Paul O. Zelinsky is a feast for the eyes, and the imagination, a classic that nabbed the Caldecott prize.

Many will recall the poor miller with the pretty daughter, doomed to a life of poverty until a golden opportunity comes her way. But not before her dad spins an outlandish yarn. Daddy tells the king his girl can spin straw into gold. When she fails, the maiden is locked up until she delivers.

Devastated and alone, the desperate girl grabs at straws in her attempt to gain her freedom. She makes a deal with a rather odd-looking creature who offers to fill the king’s order, but of course there will be a price to pay – for starters her ring, the reward increasing in value with each roomful of spun gold.

A name game ensues – and you know the rest – but for a refresher you won’t want to miss this rendition of a tried-and-true favorite.

47. Retained 48. Often done for ransom 50. "Eternal life" character 52. "___ & the Family Stone" 53. It's projected in frames 55. Long time 57. *Popular sculpture 61. Result of audience demand 64. Hades river with magic water 65. Cause annoyance in or disturb 67. Native of American Great Plains 69. Worry 70. Female reproductive cell, pl.

71. Ruhr's industrial center 72. Between stop and roll 73. Type of sweet potato 74. Used in fermenting DOWN 1. Accounting degree 2. ____ Strauss 3. Actor recently kicked off airplane

4. Used for landing 5. Psychologist's domain 6. Withered 7. Part of a circle 8. Front _____ in swimming 9. Annoying biter 10. Mike Myers animated character 11. What panhandler does 12. Vegas bandit 15. Ablaze 20. Jaunty rhythms 22. Possesses 24. F in FBI 25. *No school 26. Sarkozy's thank you 27. Engaged, as in war 29. Unaccompanied 31. St. Louis monument 32. Challenges 33. Nancy _____ of "Entertainment Tonight" 34. Like untended garden

36. Between dawn and noon 38. Welcoming sign 42. _____ of appreciation 45. Male mixologists 49. Princess tester?

51. *It features six on six 54. Diplomat on a mission 56. It can be loud or white 57. *Pulled ride 58. Not far 59. Von Bismarck or Hahn, e.g.

60. Wallop 61. Ophthamologist's check-up, e.g.

62. Civil Rights icon 63. Female sheep, pl.

66. Actress Longoria 68. The little one "stopped to tie his shoe" See answers page 13

January Activities at the Core of Discovery MLK Celebration To commemorate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the National Park Service will waive the $3 entrance fee to the Gateway Arch. The waiver will be in effect from Saturday, January 14 through Monday,

January 16 at the Gateway Arch. This fee waiver also applies to other agencies within the Department of the Interior. Please note: the fees to ride the tram to the top of the Gateway Arch and for viewing the films at the park will remain in effect for these days.

Word of the week: truss \truhs\, verb: 1. To tie, bind, or fasten.

2. To make fast with skewers, thread, or the like, as the wings or legs of a fowl in preparation for cooking.

3. To furnish or support with a truss or trusses.

4. To tie or secure (the body) closely or tightly; bind (often followed by up).

5. Falconry. (Of a hawk, falcon, etc.) To grasp (prey) firmly.

Homestead Act 150th Anniversary Exhibit The Jefferson National Expansion Memorial presents the exhibit, FREE LAND! at the Gateway Arch Visitor Center from January 28 to February 18. The display highlights the 150th anniversary of the Homestead Act of 1862, under which 1.6

Helicopter Tours Get a bird’s eye view of the beautiful city of St. Louis and beyond. Visitors may take a helicopter tour with a variety of tours from which to choose. Flown by certified pilots and FAA-regulated, visitors will receive a narrated tour of the city. Tours are offered from 11 a.m. to sunset each day and the cost is $35 per person. For more information visit www.coreofdiscovery.com or call 877.982.1410.

Downtown Trolley Discover a more convenient way to travel on the Downtown Trolley. Explore downtown St. Louis for just one low price.

Your ticket allows access to hop on and off the trolley all day.

Stops along the trolley’s route include many Core of Discovery sites as well as other locations around downtown. Ticket prices are $2 for adults and $1 for children/seniors. Tickets may be purchased on the trolley or at the MetroRide Store at the corner of 7th and Washington.

noun:

1. Civil Engineering, Building Trades. A. Any of various structural frames based on the geometric rigidity of the triangle and composed of straight members subject only to longitudinal compression, tension, or both: functions as a beam or cantilever to support bridges, roofs, etc. Compare complete (def. 8), incomplete (def. 3), redundant (def. 5c). B. Any of various structural frames constructed on principles other than the geometric rigidity of the triangle or deriving stability from other factors, as the rigidity of joints, the abutment of masonry, or the stiffness of beams.

2. Medicine/Medical. An apparatus consisting of a pad usually supported by a belt for maintaining a hernia in a reduced state.

3. Horticulture. A compact terminal cluster or head of flowers growing upon one stalk.

4. Nautical. A device for supporting a standing yard, having a pivot permitting the yard to swing horizontally when braced.

5. A collection of things tied together or packed in a receptacle; bundle; pack.

6. Chiefly British. A bundle of hay or straw, especially one containing about 56 pounds (25.4 kg) of old hay, 60 pounds (27.2 kg) of new hay, or 36 pounds (16.3 kg) of straw.

million people claimed 160 acres each, accounting for 10 percent of U.S. land. This was one of the most significant and enduring events in the westward expansion of the United States.

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Movie

January 11, 2012

“We Bought a Zoo” Based on the trailers, “We Bought a Zoo” looks like typical holiday fare filled with animals and children who are wise beyond their years. Fortunately, under the direction of Cameron Crowe (“Almost Famous”), this film remains grounded in reality, making it a very satisfying holiday offering.

Based on real-life events, the story follows Benjamin Mee (Matt Damon), a newspaper writer who used to cover dangerous, even life-threatening stories. The death of his wife combined with a decline in print journalism prompts Benjamin to look for a change of scenery for himself and his two children.

After a long search, Benjamin finds a beautiful, rustic home located, in his words, about 9 miles from the nearest Target store. While inspecting the property, however, the writer discovers that along with the home comes a zoo filled with several endangered species. The new owner must commit to rebuilding the zoo and taking care of the animals and staff.

Filled with subtle humor and well-defined characters, “We Bought a Zoo” tells a fairly authentic tale about a widower struggling to start over in a world that no longer contains his wife. There are, of course, plenty of Hollywood touches and clichés, but the overall effect here is quite satisfying.

In a low-key performance, Matt Damon shines as Benjamin Mee, the journalist turned into an unlikely zookeeper. Unlike his more dynamic turns in “The Adjustment Bureau” and the “Bourne” franchise, Damon is enjoyable as a father in an emotional spiral. His battles with son Dylan (Colin Ford) are very much grounded in reality, not fantasy.

Maggie Elizabeth Jones also is delightful as Rosie, Benjamin’s daughter who seems wise beyond her years.

Rosie becomes her father’s sounding board, informing him that he’s more handsome than the other dads because he still has all his hair.

Rosie is little too good to Photos courtesy of 20th Century Fox be true, but newcomer Jones is truly fun to watch on screen.

Thomas Hayden Church and Scarlett Johansson round out the supporting cast as Benjamin’s older brother and Kelly, the head zookeeper. Director Cameron Crowe wisely keeps the romantic

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tension between Benjamin and Kelly to a minimum, offering just a hint or two at a possible relationship.

Except for some expletives and other strong language, “We Bought a Zoo” is a well-crafted, family-friendly film that is great for both the children and adults in the audience.

“We Bought a Zoo,” rated PG for language and some thematic elements, currently is playing in theaters.

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Sports

January 11, 2012

Sports You See... With Gary B. Rascals Holding Tryouts May 18th is First Pitch of the Season The River City Rascals professional/minor league ball club of O’Fallon, Mo. is looking for a few players to join the team and play in the Frontier League.

The team is coming off a second place finish in the playoffs and looks forward to winning it all in 2012.

Steve Brook, manager and director of operations, will host the tryouts on Saturday, April 21 at T.R. Hughes Ballpark.

Prospective players looking to make the Rascals club this spring may visit the website for more information www.RiverCityRascals.com.

Eligible players must be between 19 and 27 years old and no player may be 27 years of age after Jan. 1, 2012. ~~~Be a ‘home town’ player Mixed Martial Arts at Family Arena Presented by the Missouri National Guard on Friday the 13th ‘Fight Me MMA’ will sponsor a fight card this Friday, January 13 at the Family Arena that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Missouri National Guard will bring 13 fights with both male and females duking it out.

The main event pits two up-and-coming unbeaten contestants. Jake Collier will battle another Midwesterner, Kelvin Tiller.

Tiller makes his ‘Fight Me’ debut, and Collier will be in his second fight. He won his initial fight in dramatic fashion in August of last year.

Former fight-of-the-night winner Rashid “The Black Spartan” Abdullah will be in the ring with Terrell Brown.

A new feature presents women’s MMA with two women’s bouts. Phenom Ashley Cummins fights in the 115 lb. women’s division, while women’s MMA standout Tonya Evinger will be featured in the other co-main event in the 125 lb. sector.

To get more information on the official weigh-in for these 26 fighters, go to www.FamilyArena.com to get all the details. ~~~Not for the week-of-heart

Then There was One Sam Bradford Looking at New Coach/GM The reign of former Head Coach Steve Spagnuolo and General Manger Billy Devaney have officially come to an end in St. Louis. The media had these guys out the door long before it actually happened. The entire coaching staff has also boxed their possessions and has left the building (Rams Park) even though their contract expires February 1. Do they have to pay the Rams money since they are not working?

Owner Stan Kroneke and his group of advisers have formulated a list of replacements and just as swift as they cut the ties with the former coaches, you will see their replacements at work at the Rams practice facility shortly.

After the new GM and Head Coach are picked, what other changes will be made at the Rams’ practice facility besides coaches?

NEXT RAMS HOME GAMES: Sometime in August ~~~Lots to do, so little time

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Editorial

“Over the Fence”

The Information Highway Has Forks I find it amusing, if not ironic, that so many Americans complain that all politicians are liars, yet they’ll believe campaign rhetoric of their favorite politicians as if it was the gospel truth. To be fair, there probably are politicians that tell the truth, but how do you tell?

This falls under the old stratagem, “Listen to what they say but then look at what they do.” Many folks have the first part down, but they’re a little weak on the second, which could turn up something they won’t like.

These days it’s easier to learn what famous people do, but one must be discriminate. For instance, prac-

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tically everything we see in our email pertaining to politics and many other things is unreliable, and much of the time, blatant lies invented by self-appointed experts and spin doctors. It’s amazing how this misinformation soars through Internet email to be read by anyone looking for an excuse to support his or her favorite cause or belief no matter how absurd. Worse yet, it often repeats the email circuit for years.

The false claims that sales calls to cell phones were being legalized have circulated the Internet for years.

I shouldn’t have to mention the advertisements and popup ads for miracle cures and the like. For those, even PT Barnum would have been dumbfounded.

There are Internet sites like Wikipedia and Snopes that try to print the facts about various subjects. They understand that their reputations are at stake. Yet, I’ve met some extremist types that read something they didn’t agree with and claimed it was lies by opposing groups or individuals.

The Snopes investigators are under constant attacks by detractors that invent anything to discredit them. It’s like saying, “My mind is made up, don’t confuse me with the facts.” The stories I’ve heard them make up about the Snopes investigators border on tabloid headlines about extra-terrestrials abducting Elvis. If these publicists actually did deliberately lie as some claim, they would draw more lawsuits than drunken surgeons.

The point is those who only look for in-

formation that supports a theory instead of forming a theory based on facts, it’s out there, but the latter requires an open mind. The former is the reason inferior products are successful and bad politicians are elected.

Of course, there are still folks that believe “Hoop Snakes” that take their tails in mouth and roll down hills are real and no amount of proof otherwise will dissuade them.

An acquaintance with a journalism degree worked for a news publication that was on the extreme end of his personal political persuasions. He soon quit in disgust and took a job with an ad agency. He remarked, “If I’m going to rewrite news reports to bolster editors’ radical opinions, I may as well get paid more money for inventing lies to sell products.” The publication eventually went broke.

I’ve been to several political gatherings of various kinds over the years. They supported one side or the other and candidates were invited to rally the masses.

Some of them were bizarre. Even a gathering by my then current party of choice was interspersed with candidates spouting invectives about the opposition that were embarrassingly obtuse. The candidate that was the loudest as well as the most absurdly ridiculous of the group eventually won. Then he became the loudest and most ridiculous elected official.

“People believe what they want to believe.” -H. L. Menchkin (1880-1956) Someone probably has Internet pictures of Hoop Snakes if somebody spends enough time searching.

Perhaps I’ll get an email…

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New Year’s Non-Resolutions Happy New Year! I know…it’s January 11. Still, though, the whole “Happy New Year” sentiment lasts longer than say, “Merry Christmas.” Right? So again…

Happy New Year!

Now to the meat of the column. How many of you have completely chucked the New Year’s resolutions out the window already? I’ve written about New Year’s Resolutions in the past, but that’s all just a bunch of malarkey now, isn’t’ it? How many of us resolve to lose weight, stop smoking, write our friends at least once a month or become more organized?

This column, therefore, is dedicated to the things I won’t be doing in the year 2012.

As much as I’d like to lose about 20 or 25 pounds (or even 30 or 35), I won’t be taking one of the fat-blocking pills. Why? The television commercials sicken me enough, thank you very much. Any pill that could even remotely cause gas with oily discharge is something I can do without. What is it with these pharmaceutical companies, anyway? I’m sure that, legally, they have to broadcast all the possible side effects of their newest and greatest drugs. But do they have to do it while I’m enjoying my dinner? I never thought I’d say this, but watching the weight-loss, anti-depression, stop-smoking and increase-your-

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love-life-with-a-pill advertisements make me long for the days when all I’d see on television was Merlen Olson (ex-football player and “Little House on the Prairie” star) pitching corn and soybean weed control.

Incredibly expensive cell phones and their incredibly expensive contracts. It’s the whole “need vs. want” thing.

And really, I don’t even want that. I have an iPod touch, and I love it for the Rosary app and the calendar app, and for the calculator. I know…I’m pretty lame, but there you have it. I’ve tried to log onto my email with that handy little device (emphasis on LITTLE), but my eyes are 46 years old, just like the rest of me. Even with the cheater glasses it’s difficult. Which is why I’m guessing Steve Jobs created the iPad. But again, need vs. want. Jim and I have one in college and two who will be there in the next 18 months. That, my friends, is a need AND a want…college educations.

E-mail special occasion cards. Now don’t get me wrong, I love the Internet. I’m already signed up for receiving and paying my long-distance bill via the information superhighway, and I can pull up my bank statement anytime I desire. But sending cute

little animated cards is where I draw the line. What happened to shopping at your local card or drug store, searching for 30 minutes to find that perfect card?

I take great pride in finding the one card that completely captures my best friend’s personality, and no matter how you try, you’ll not convince me I can achieve the same result via e-mail.

The same goes for thank you notes. As long as my hand can hold a pen and write legibly, I’ll be hand-writing all thank you notes. Electronic mail is wonderful for sending jokes, or asking my husband if he needs anything from the grocery store, but nothing can take the place opening the mailbox and finding something with your name on it that isn’t a bill or a credit card application.

That’s about it, I think. Oh sure, I’ll try not to eat as many fast food meals, and I’ll try not to sit on my butt and eat fattening snacks while watching The Biggest Loser. And I suppose I’ll even try to cut down on the time I spend in front of the computer playing Spider Solitaire or Bejeweled. Wait a minute. Who’s kidding whom? Stop by our house at any given time in the next couple of weeks and you’ll see me sitting on my recliner or at the computer, probably munching on something that isn’t all that healthy, while looking for that perfect electronic birthday card for my mom.

So much for non-resolutions.

Liven Up Game Time (Family Features) When it’s time to watch the big game, kick the party up a notch with foods that will keep the party going from kickoff to post-game interviews.

7-Layer Taco Dip Makes 8 servings • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: - 1 pound Bob Evans Original roll sausage - 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans - 1 can (4.5 ounces) chopped green chiles - 1 package (1.25 ounces) taco seasoning mix - 1 container (16 ounces) sour cream - 1 jar (11 ounces) salsa - 1 can (6 ounces) sliced black olives - 1 large tomato, diced

- 1 bunch green onions, chopped - 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Mexican cheese blend - Tortilla chips Directions: 1. In large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook sausage until browned.

2. Stir in beans, chilies and taco seasoning mix.

3. Spread sausage mix into 7 x 11-inch serving dish.

4. Top with sour cream, then salsa.

5. Sprinkle olives, tomato and onion on top.

6. Cover with cheese.

Serve immediately with chips. Refrigerate leftovers.

Wildfire Meatballs Makes 8 servings • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 25 minutes Ingredients: - 1 pound Bob Evans Zesty Hot Sausage Roll - 1 bottle Bob Evans Wildfire BBQ Sauce (18 oz) - 1 large egg - 1/4 cup bread crumbs - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese - 1/4 cup milk

2. In large bowl, place sausage, egg, bread crumbs, cheese and milk. Stir until well combined.

3. Shape into small meatballs and place in single layer on baking sheet.

4. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until browned and cooked through.

5. In a small saucepan, warm BBQ sauce. Serve sauce with meatballs.

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Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 400F. These ideas from Bob Evans will keep fans satisfied throughout the season: Dips and Appetizers: Finger foods made more fun with a little extra zip.

• Sausage con queso dip – Spicy sausage, cheese and your favorite salsa – a tasty combo with just the right amount of heat.

• 7-layer taco dip – Made with Bob Evans Original Roll Sausage, it’s zesty, it’s cheesy and it’s tasty. Just don’t forget the tortilla chips for dipping.

• Spicy meatballs – Serve on their own or in a hoagie bun.

• Wings – Jerk, Buffalo, or barbecued. Have plenty of extra napkins.

• Sides: Skip the same old stuff and spice things up.

- Corn on the cob with chipotle lime butter.

- Jalapeño cornbread.

- Smokin’ hot baked beans.

• Desserts: Sugar & spice, how very, very nice.

- Gingersnaps or molasses-spice cookies.

- Snickerdoodle cookies.

- Vanilla ice cream with cinnamon topping.

- Cheesecake brownie bites with raspberry sauce.

For more ways to liven up your game-time food, visit www.bobevans.com.

Whether you’re hosting a watch party, or headed to a tailgate, having the right foods for the big game is crucial. Use these appetizer, side dish and dessert ideas to kick game time up a notch and try this recipe for a delicious dip that will be the hit of the season.

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Church Jan. 13: Fish Fry At Holy Name of Jesus Church, 10235 Ashbrook, 63137 (in Bissell Hills). Fried and baked cod plus 2 sides for $7.50; Sandwiches $4.50; and now featuring Saullo’s Pizza.

Serving from 3:30-6:30 p.m.

Jan. 20, Feb. 3 & 17, Mar. 2 & 16: Fish Fry 4-6 p.m. at Bellefontaine United Methodist Church, 10600 Bellefontaine Rd., St. Louis, MO 63137.

Entrees, Catfish, Fried and Baked Cod and Chicken Nuggets. Dinner includes any two side dishes-cole slaw, french fries, spaghetti, green beans or okra. Single entree, 7 p.m., double entree, $8.50, children under 6 years old free, phone 867-0800.

Feb. 4 and every 1st Sat. of the month all year long: Basement/ Breakfast/Tailgate Sale At Northside Christian Church, 9635 Hwy. 367 (Lewis & Clark Blvd.), St. Louis, MO. Pancakes & sausage or 2 biscuits & gravy, juice & coffee. Extra sausage is 50 cents more. Church basement sale with lots of new items and tailgate sale to sell your own treasures. Times: Basement/Tailgate is 8 a.m. - Noon; Breakfast is 8-10:30 a.m. Breakfast is $4. A double parking spot for tailgaters is $10. Call 314.868.5722, to reserve your tailgate spot.

Every Thursday (through December 1. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Grief Share Support Group At Ferguson Church of the Nazarene, 1309 N. Elizabeth Ave. Ferguson, Mo. Info 314.522.3388 or leecedra@sbcglobal.net.

Events January 2012: Customer Appreciation Month Florissant Old Town Marketplace – an antique, vintage and collectibles shop - sponsored by Florissant

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Old Town Partners, Inc., is having their annual customer appreciation month. Buyers can submit their names for a drawing to take place on January 31. Prizes will be gifts and gift certificates from local businesses. Details in the store at 725 rue St. Francois. Store hours are Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Phone 314-837-8144.

vations. Cost is $160 per table of 8.

Mail check made out SLCA to Roy Moyers, 769 Coal Bank Rd., St. Louis, MO 63138.

Feb. 5: Pancake Breakfast Sponsored by: Florissant Old Town Partners. Served at the Florissant Old Town Chapel, 646 rue St. Francois St. Beginning at 8 a.m. until 12 Noon. For more information, contact Old Town Partners @ 837-0033. Come and join us. Bring your family, your friends and your neighbors. Help kick off the 2011 Spring Season and Support Old Town Florissant. Pay at the door, Adults $6 each, Children $3 each (Includes: coffee, juice, pancakes and sausage) Includes a Chance to Win one of four $25 Attendance Prizes.

Inviting All Florissant Senior Citizens To Join One Of The Bingo Clubs With The City Of Florissant!!

Please contact the Florissant Senior Office for more information at 8397604.

• Monday Club: Meets every Monday for Bingo from 11:30-2:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwich - coffee and tea are available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area locations are also scheduled.

• Florissant Older Adult Club: Meets the second Tuesday of each month from 11-1:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center.

Bring your lunch! Bingo, Trips, Speakers and special events are planned.

• Wednesday Club: Meets every Wednesday for Bingo from 11:302:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwichcoffee and tea available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area locations are also available.

Feb. 18: Mardi Gras at the Mouse Races Presented by the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce at the JFK Civic Center in Florissant. $20 per person for tables of 8. *Beer, setups and light snack provided (* must be 21 or over). Celebrate your Mardi Gras Party at the Mouse Races. Prizes for best decorated Mardi Gras themed table, best dressed guy and best dressed girl. Limited seating, so make your reservations today. Reserve and pay online at www.greaternorthcountychamber. com or by phone at 314.831.3500.

Feb. 25: Trivia Night to benefit the Twillman House renovations At Trinity High School. Hosted by the Spanish Lake Community Association. Doors open at 6pm questions start at 7pm. Includes beer and soda. Raffles, 50/50. Proceeds benefit the Twillman House reno-

Sept. 22, 2012: Jennings High School Class of 1972 Reunion To be held in St. Charles, Mo. We need your current contact information. Please call 636.583.9778 or email jhs1972@gmail.com.

1962 Hazelwood High School Reunion Graduates from the class of 1962 are invited to attend the 50th Reunion in June 2012. Please contact Shirley at 314.799.1147 (cell phone) for more info.

1967 Hazelwood High School Reunion: We are looking for classmates of Class of 1967 Hazelwood High School. We are having a 45th reunion in 2012. Please contact Kay at

1967hhshi@gmail.com or 636 7452601 for more information.

Every Saturday: 8-10 a.m. Chess Chess is played every Satuurday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. or later, at MidRivers Mall in the food court.

Come join us for some interesting games!

3rd Thursday of each month: 12:15 NARFE Chapter 1229 - Meeting for all Active and Retired Federal Employees At Golden Corral, 1850 Zumbehl Road, St. Charles, MO. For more info, call Sandy Luber at 636-4624297.

1st and 3rd Wed.: 7 p.m. St. Charles Area Wood Carvers Diverse group of people has a wide variety of carving skills ranging from novice to professional. Meetings include brief business mtg. followed by carving session. At Weldon Spring Site Remedial Action Project, 7295 Hwy. 94 South, St. Charles. Visitors always welcome!

Every Weekend: Orchard Farm Radio Controlled Flying Club Public invited & welcome every weekend to watch our flying model airplanes. Bring the family. Directions to the field at www.orchardfarmrc.com or call 636.300.1480.

Every Thursday Evenings: 7:30 p.m. St. Charles Municipal Band Frontier Park, .stc-muny-band.com Every 3rd Monday of the Month: 6:30 p.m. Neighborhood Watch Visit our wesite for location, http:// ca.groups.yahoo.com/group.neighborhoodwatch_FlorissantMO or call 314.830.6042.

Health Feb. 3: Local Blood Drive 1-6 p.m. Warm someone’s heart this winter – Donate Blood. At Steve Robbins, CFP® Conference Center,325 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, MO 63031. To schedule your donation time, contact Lisa at 314.839.4600 or at Lisa@ SteveRobbinsOnline.com.

Volunteers needed at Christian Hospital Christian Hospital is calling out for volunteers that can do a significant amount of walking to run errands within the hospital. Dis-

cover the rewards of volunteering!

If you’re looking for a rewarding way to spend your time, volunteering at Christian Hospital is an ideal match. Volunteer positions are available in many different areas.

You’ll meet a variety of interesting people while making a difference in our community. Applications are available at www.chrisitianhospital.org in the Volunteer Office, located off the hospital’s main lobby. For more information, call the Christian Hospital volunteer office at 314-653-5032.

SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings St. Louis Lose to Win Challenge Pre-Registration: Opens at 8 a.m.

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Sat., Jan. 21; and 1 – 5 p.m. Sun., Jan. 22. (Location provided during pre-registration.)

Shed pounds and win prizes! Join the 12-week St. Louis Lose to Win Challenge! Competitors must be at least 18 years old, pre-register, and attend a mandatory kick-off on Jan. 21 or Jan. 22. Pre-registration begins at 8 a.m. Jan. 9. You must pre-register by calling 1-866-SSMDOCS or online at www.losetowinstl.com The program is limited to the first 1,200 entrants. Kick-off locations will be provided during pre-registration. Each week you will weigh in at a location of your choice. Meanwhile, you can follow your success in the Suburban Journals! At the end of 12 weeks the top three “losers” will be awarded prizes. For more information visit www.losetowinstl.com Jan. 11: Cancer Support Group 5 – 6:30 p.m. May Center at SSM DePaul Health Center. Topic: New Year – New Nutrition, by Sharon Geekie, clinical dietician, SSM DePaul Health Center . Call 314-3446090 to register or for more information.

Jan. 12: Mighty Hearts and Lungs – Support Group Noon – 1 p.m. At SSM DePaul Health Center. For patients and family members coping with cardiac and pulmonary health issues; learn how to better manage your condition for a healthier life. Call Larry Buhr at 314-344-6023 to register or for more information.

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Sharing Losses Through Bereavement Mon., Jan. 16: 1 – 2:30 p.m.

SSM Home Care & Hospice, 1187 Corporate Lake Drive. For families and friends who want to help understanding and coping with the death of a loved one. Sharing Losses provides a supportive group setting in which to discuss the process of grief, to identify and to cope with emotions, such as emptiness, loneliness, anger and guilt.

The group is open to anyone in the community who has experience the loss of a loved one. Regularly held the first and third Mondays of the month. To register, please call 314-SSM-DOCS (776-3627).

Jan. 17: Grief and Loss – Support Group 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bridgeton Trails Library. Call 314-344-7080 for more information.

Every Monday and Tuesday in January: HMR Program Orientation Mon.: 6 – 7 p.m. Tues.: noon – 1 p.m. At SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available, and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1-877477-6954.

SSM DePaul Wellness Center Tired of getting locked into longterm memberships that you never use? Join the DePaul Wellness Center and receive a personalized program for your specific needs.

Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation. Call 314-344-6177 for more details.

Support Groups 12 Step Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Meets in 4 locations in the metro St Louis area. Can email for further information: metrostlouissia@ gmail.com.

• Every Sunday: 6:30-8 p.m.

7401 Delmar Ave. in University City; lower level of Holy Communion Episcopal Church; contact 314-993-5421.

• 1st and 3rd Monday: 9:30-11 a.m.

500 Medical Dr in Wentzville; doctors dining room of St Joseph Hospital; contact 636-561-1407.

• 1st and 3rd Tuesday: 12:30-2 p.m.

320 N. Forsyth Blvd in Clayton; lower level in Samuel United Church of Christ; contact 314968-3477.

• 2nd and 4th Tuesday: 6:30-8 p.m.

2 Progress Point Parkway in O’Fallon, MO; 4th floor conference room of Progress West Hospital; contact 636-561-1407.

Every Wednesday: 7:30 - 9 p.m.

Naranon 7:30 – 9 p.m. New Choices NarAnon Family Group at Zion Lutheran Church, 12075 Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights, Mo 63043.

Info: email MoreInformation@att. net or visit www.Nar-Anon.org.

Thursdays: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Grief Share Support Group At Ferguson Church of the Nazarene, 1309 N. Elizabeth Ave., Ferguson, Mo. 63135. Support group for those who have lost a loved one. Info: Lee Cedra at leecedra@sbcglobal.net.

Mon. & Thurs, ongoing: 11 a.m. 12 p.m. Breathe Designed for people with pulmonary disease – participants focus on deep breathing, exercises and relaxation. Graham Medical Center, 1150 Graham Rd. Suite 104. $30. Call 314-953-6090 to register or for more information.

Group is facilitated by an experienced STEPS nurse. For info, call 314-839-3171.

Diabetes Basics Proper diabetes treatment and education can help you learn to live well with diabetes. Call 314.344.7024 for info or 314.3447220 to enroll.

Diabetes Self Management Training A series of four classes over a sixmonth period of time. Call Central Scheduling to make an appointment at 314.344.7220. The classes are covered by most insurance plans.

Nutrition Education SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you. Call 314.344.6157 for information.

Pregnancy Massage SSM DePaul Health Center. Let a certified massage therapist ease away many of the aches and pains you experience as your body changes during pregnancy through a one-hour massage session. $50 for a one-hour massage.

Call 314.344.7879 to schedule an appointment.

Therapeutic Massage SSM DePaul Health Center.

Massage by certified massage therapist to provide stress release, relaxation and health benefits. $60/ hour massage or $35/half-hour massage. Call 314.344.7879 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Cholesterol/Glucose Screening DePaul Wellness Center at SSM DePaul Health Center. 12-hour fasting required for accurate results. Please allow 2 weeks for results. Cholesterol HDL/ LDL/Triglycerides (requires 12

hour fasting)- $17; Cholesterol, Total - $10; Glucose, Only - $10; Glucose, Combined with either Cholesterol - $5. Call 314.344.6176 to schedule an appointment.

Calcium Scoring Heart Scan Program SSM DePaul Health Center. This program uses advanced (CT) imaging to scan the arteries around the heart and measure or score the amount of calcium present in the plaque deposits. This screening, in combination with other heart disease risk factors (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, physical inactivity, etc.) can help determine an overall picture of your current heart health and your risk for developing heart disease. Call 314.344.6030 to learn more about the heart scan program or to schedule an appointment.

SSM DePaul Wellness Center Tired of getting locked into longterm memberships that you never use? Join the DePaul Wellness Center and receive a personalized program for your specific needs.

Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation. Call 314.344.6177 for more details.

SSM St. Joseph Health Center & Hospital West Auxiliary Non profit organization assisting the hosp. by holding fund raisering activities, being of service to patients, families, employees & physicians and acting as good will ambassadors to community. We welcome new member. Call Barb Hutchinson 636.947.5466.

The Barnes St. Peters Hospital Auxiliary is looking for New Members If you would like to become a member please call 636.916.9664.

Wednesdays: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group This nationally recognized program provides education and support for those with schizophrenia.

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Gateway to Hope Program The Gateway to Hope Program arranges care for individuals diagnosed w/breast cancer who are either uninsured or underinsured and reside in MO. Gateway to Hope serves as a breast cancer lifeline for those who do not qualify for government sponsored programs & are unable to afford treatment. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed w/breast cancer & cannot access treatment call Gateway to Hope at 314-5691113 or www.gthstl.org.

Every Wednesday Take Off Pounds Sensibly Group Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 414 S. Church St., St. Peters. Weighins at 8:30 a.m. Business mtg at 10 a.m. Call 636-397-1727 or 636272-4995 for more info.

Every Tues. 6:30–8 p.m. Chemical Dependency Mtg. Christian Hospital. 314.839.3171.

Every Tues.: 9–10:30 a.m. TOPS Meetings Take Off Pounds Sensibly. John F. Kennedy Community Center, 315 Howdershell Rd., Florissant.

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It’s Your History: Missouri Civil War Battle Flag Viewing Available Online The Missouri State Museum is providing online viewing of Civil War battle flags through Missouri Digital Heritage. This important history can be seen first-hand at the Missouri State Capitol or by visiting the online gallery.

The Missouri State Museum has overseen the conservation of 45 battle flags. From now through June 2015, as part of the “Civil War Missouri: A House Dividing” exhibit, the museum is displaying seven flags in its History Hall on the first floor of the Missouri State Capitol. The seven flags on display will change every six months to allow the public to view as many as possible over the course of the exhibit.

The Missouri Digital Heritage Initiative, co-sponsored by the Missouri State Archives and the Missouri State Library, provides the Civil War battle flags for the first time to an online audience. This gives the opportunity for all Missourians to have an additional resource for viewing their state’s history. The online gallery may be found at sos.mo.gov/archives/mdh_splash/default.asp?coll=cwflag.

“Preserving history is an important way for Missourians to connect with our past,” said Bill Bryan, director of Missouri State Parks, a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. “Making the Civil War battle flags available online significantly increases citizen access to our history.”

Following the end of the Civil War, Missouri Adjutant General Samuel P. Simpson collected Union and Confederate battle flags for safekeeping. Damage made some

of the flags unrecognizable. An Adjutant General report around 1917-1920 reported the flags were in very bad shape. The flags were turned over to the new Missouri State Museum by the Adjutant General’s office in the 1920s.

A Works Progress Administration project in the 1930s attempted to conserve many of the battle flags. But today with advanced technology we have learned the flags were sometimes damaged further by this conservation effort.

In 1983 the St. Louis Civil War Roundtable was disappointed by the condition of the battle flags. Due to the group effort, an organization to finance flag conservation was formed and in 1984 a legislative appropriation was secured to begin conserving flags. The conservation effort continues through the present day with funding from the parks and soils sales tax administered through the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

For more information about the Missouri State Museum, visit the website at mostateparks.com.

The Missouri State Museum is located on the First Floor, Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City. For more information regarding this project, call the museum directly at 573.751.2854 or the Missouri Department of Natural Resources toll free at 800.334.6946 or 800.379.2419 (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf).

Chris Howard Named President/CEO of SSM Health Care – St. Louis SSM Health Care has named Chris Howard president/chief executive officer of SSM Health Care – St. Louis. Howard replaces Jim Sanger who retired in December 2011. He will oversee the mission, vision and strategic focus for an integrated health care network of seven hospitals, 2,500 physicians and more than 11,200 employees with a net revenue base that exceeds $1 billion.

Howard, 47, formerly served as regional president/system vice president of SSM Health Care of Oklahoma. He has been in health care for 23 years, specializing in physician relations, and has been with SSM Health Care for 17 years.

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Thompson. “He is committed to exceptional patient care, and his ability to forge creative relationships with physicians is exactly the kind of leadership that will benefit patients.”

Howard began his career with SSM Health Care as vice president of physician development and acquisition at St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City. In 1995, he became executive vice president of SSM Health Care of Oklahoma, and in 2005 he moved to regional president/system vice president of SSM Health Care of Oklahoma.

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Volunteer Open House at the Endangered Wolf Center The Endangered Wolf Center (EWC) is hosting a Volunteer Open House from 1 to 4 p.m. on January 22.

Since its inception in 1971, volunteers have played a crucial role in the success of the EWC. Performing a variety of tasks including general maintenance, clerical work, and educational programming, volunteers assist the staff in making the EWC a world renowned facility for endangered wolves and other wild canids.

In 2012, the EWC is expanding its education programs, adding new events and working to make 2012 its best year ever and they need more volunteers to fulfill that goal. Interested persons 18 years of age or older should come to the January 22 open house.

Enjoy light refreshments, an enlightening presentation by a member of the EWC staff, hear from other volunteers who have dedicated their lives to the Center and most of all, a private tour of the facility to see the most endangered animals on the planet.

Please RSVP by Jan. 20 by calling 636.938.5900 or email Pamela Braasch, volunteer manager, at pbraasch@endangeredwolfcenter. org.