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March 18, 2020

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Volunteers help prepare food for the St. Ferdinand Basketball Tournament and barbeque fundraiser.

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St. Ferdinand’s annual barbeque and basketball fundraiser raises thousands of dollars for community members in great need

By Charlotte Beard Since 2011, the St. Ferdinand Church, who also host the free annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner, has been hosting the St. Ferdinand Basketball Tournament and barbeque fundraiser to support various families in its local community. This year, the annual event began Feb. 29 and will continue through March 29 on Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at St. Ferdinand Church located at 1735 Charbonier Road in Florissant.

Joe Eagan, a parishioner of St. Ferdinand and Florissant Council Member for Ward 3 states that the annual event has raised over $130,000 since it began. Eagan also stated that in addition to donations, funds to purchase the food that is sold at the tournaments come from sponsors who purchase banners to advertise in the gym during the event, as well as ad purchases for the event’s ad book.

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ment menu include ribs, pork steak, pulled pork, hot dogs, brats, hamburgers, nachos and sides such as baked beans, coleslaw, and mac n’ cheese. Attendees who purchase food during the event help raise the funds that go to the year’s beneficiary. For a comprehensive list of menu items, visit the Facebook page.

“If you can’t make it, we ask you to keep Natalie (our beneficiary) in your prayers, that’s what she really needs right now. We hope (people) come by and buy some barbeque from us and watch some of the games but the most important thing is to keep Natalie in your prayers right now.”

Natalie Pizzimenti, mother of a six-yearold son, was diagnosed in 2017 with EHE, Epithelioid Hemangioendothelioma, a rare cancer that grows from the cells that make up the blood vessels. She began chemotherapy treatment and radiation in 2017 and since

that time has undergone multiple biopsies, tests, treatments, and surgeries. Sources also state that some tumors have shrunk but others have been found throughout her body, including the return of a tumor in her liver.

Eagan, who was also St. Ferdinand’s first beneficiary in 2011 after he was shot in the face in the line of duty in 2010 as an officer for Maryland Heights, states that each year’s beneficiary comes from referrals.

“Our beneficiary last year was from Sacred Heart. The beneficiary happened to know Natalie and mentioned her name. We did research – that’s how we chose Natalie. If we can, we like to have someone from the Florissant area or Hazelwood. We do a lot of praying and after prayer and lots of conversation we come up with a beneficiary every year.”

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‘GRILLING’ from cover Eagan stated that annually approximately 20 people plan the event.

“It originally started with a group of people from St. Ferdinand Church,” stated Eagan, “but each year we get more people that come volunteer and stay on as organizing members. My family and four other families, who are previous beneficiaries have joined the team. (The group) is self-propelling itself.”

Eagan shared what keeps him motivated in supporting the annual event.

“I’m probably the luckiest human alive,” he stated, “not only with surviving the incident that I had, but I am a very blessed person. My wife, Kelly, and I are always looking for ways to maybe give back that blessing that we’ve received, and this is a big way to do it. The beneficiaries become part of your life – it’s personally rewarding for my wife and (I).”

Admission for each tournament day is $2 for adults, $1 for children, and $5 for a family. All days are free for players and coaches. The basketball tournaments are comprised of third and fourth grade boys’ and girls’ teams from around St. Louis who compete in St. Ferdinand’s gymnasium. “(To solicit teams), we advertise through the CYC connections – Catholic Youth Conference – and word of mouth,” stated Eagan. “Every year we get a team or two that is

Volunteers help prepare food for the St. Ferdinand Basketball Tournament and barbeque fundraiser.

not a CYC team.”

This year there are 28 teams competing in the tournament. When the tournament closes at the end of March, each division of winning teams (divided by grade level and boy or girl groups) and second place positions will be awarded medals. The games begin on Saturdays at 10 a.m. and after Mass on Sundays.

St. Ferdinand’s last Mass service is 11 a.m. on Sundays. Visit the event’s Facebook page for information

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on possible 8 a.m. start times for Saturday games (@ ferdinandbasketball).

The St. Ferdinand Basketball Tournament is still accepting volunteers for various needs while its weekend event is in process through the end of March.

Visit the Facebook page (@ferdinandbasketball) for the latest updates including information on Natalie Pizzimenti.

By Dr. Misty C. Farr

A broken clock is right twice a day I write these articles and poke a lot of fun at my husband. It’s okay; he’s a big boy! I just remain dumbfounded, at times, by the very large amount of medical misinformation he has stored in his brain. It would all make sense if I didn’t know how smart he truly is, but there is the rare occasion that he says something that is so profound that I have to share it.

I spent most of the last part of December, at home, with my family. We followed many of our Christmas traditions; we had a great New Year’s Eve, and peaceful New Year Day. As I prepared to return to work, I ironed my white coat and began to forage through the plethora of lapel pins that we have in our dresser drawer. We support and have supported a variety of issues over the years, but this one stuck out to me; it was my husband’s. It was pink and light blue, so I asked what it stood for.

He replied. “It’s for child loss and fertility issues.”

He pointed out that these can be the

hardest times for our neighbors dealing with these issues.

I don’t have this issue and I pray that I never do. I can tell you that I can only imagine what a person goes through that does have to deal with this pain, but, for me, that’s only a hypothetical. For so many around us it is a real, very real thing! It made me think of my own daughter that has sickle cell disease; we’ve gotten better at it, but it can still lead to an early death.

It reminded me that a few years ago, we watched as our cousin had to bury her son due to complications of diabetes. I read as another of our cousins expressed angst over her struggle with endometriosis on Facebook. I turn on the news and see story after story of children being murdered and this little pink and blue lapel pin represents them all.

It hit home and it hit home hard! There was a mother (and father), as I snuck past my children that swore they would catch Santa, that sat in front of their tree and

cried. There is an entire group of people that holidays only bring pain to. I wear that pink and blue lapel pin in honor of and solidarity with all of the mothers and fathers that hurt.

We should never take our children for granted and we should remember to cherish every moment, even the most difficult because it could be worse.

They say that a broken clock is right twice a day. Good job Papa Bear, you were spot on.

Dr. Misty C. Farr is the Pharmacy Manager of the Florissant Walmart and is Chair of the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc., The Links, Inc., and the League of Black Women.

The opinions expressed in this column are the columnist’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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MetroLines poetry contest draws record number of entries Winning poems created by 15 talented bi-state area poets are being displayed on the Metro Transit system for the next year. The poems were selected from submissions for the 2019 MetroLines program, a regional poetry competition hosted by Metro Arts in Transit that is open to people of all ages living within a 50-mile radius of the city of St. Louis. The winning poems were selected out of 309 poems entered by more than 100 local poets, triple the number of entries submitted in 2018.

Among the winning entries are three youth submissions, one Spanish language poem and a piece that captivates with just 13 words. A common thread among all the winning poems is the passion of their authors who aim to move people with their carefully crafted prose.

Art enthusiasts, poetry lovers and other attendees had the opportunity to meet the poets, hear them recite their winning original works and listen to readings from featured guest St. Louis Poet Laureate Jane Ellen Ibur, during a special reading ceremony and reception held on Feb. 11. The winning poems, selected by a committee of literary and poetry professionals from throughout the region, were reproduced on posters that include visual imagery relating to the subject of each poem and will be on display on MetroBus vehicles and MetroLink trains for one year.

Ted Zimmerman, Interim Director of Arts in Transit, reinforced the significance of the MetroLines program for the winning poets, highlighting that their work will be viewed countless times by thousands of people using the transit system in the coming year. He also noted how the public display of their work is also a benefit for the community.

“The MetroLines contest is a great way to bring life to the arts community within our transit system,” said Zimmerman. “What makes it really exciting for us is that the words these poets have put onto paper really sing to our audiences and provide a great opportunity for people to see words of encouragement as they take their daily trips on transit.”

The poets were motivated to submit their poetry works to the MetroLines contest for various reasons, ranging from giving back to the community and enhancing public spaces to improve others’ transit experience, to increasing their own exposure to the community as writers and having a sense of pride in their work by moving others with their words. And the inspiration for each piece was just as varied.

Andy Smart of St. Louis, was inspired to enter the contest because he enjoys supporting anything his local community.

“We have a solid literary arts community here in St. Louis, but it can always get better, can always be bigger and we can always have more opportunities for people to express themselves creatively,” Smart said.

The inspiration behind his original poem, “Seven to Nine,” stemmed from the replacement of the #8 Bates-Morganford bus route as part of the new MetroBus system plan that was rolled out last fall.

“Love Song for Falling,” a poem by Abigail Fox Green of St. Louis, touches on relationships. The

piece is part of a section of a much longer poem that she had previously written. She especially loved this particular section and modified it to focus more on her relationship with her own self before submitting it for consideration.

“I love this contest because I think it’s a wonderful way for people to be able to practice and try new things, and ultimately get their work out there,” said Green.

For other winners like Marie Chewe-Elliot of Florissant, this wasn’t her first go-around at the poetry contest with her entry, “Seasons,” but it was her first win.

“This is actually my third year submitting poems for the MetroLines Poetry Contest, and they’re making me read after the Poet Laureate of St. Louis. I just want to point that out,” she joked.

With three youth winners among the top 15 this year, the contest calls attention to the fact that even young writers who may just be starting to hone their craft can write words that impact those who read them. Riley Gibbons of St. Louis County, who wrote “The Future,” and Gemma Fish of Creve Coeur, who wrote “How the World Revolves” are both in seventh grade at Parkway Middle School, while Cate Curtis of Webster Groves, author of “Not Stone” is in 10th grade at Webster Groves High School.

Among the other 2019 winners who will have their work featured on the Metro Transit system this year are:

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• Maria Balogh (Saint Ann) – “Farewell” • Julie Barnes (Manchester.) – “El Beso” • Eugene Budnitsky (St. Louis) – “Things You Can Finally Do After You Are Dead” • Keith Byler (Hazelwood) – “Self Talk” • Gail Eisenhart (Belleville, Illinois) – “Portrait in Sepia” • Pamela Garvey (St. Louis) – “Notes on Absence” • Andrea Jackson (University City) – “The Path” • John Randall (University City) – “So Much Fun” • Paul Stroble (Webster Groves) – “Cassettes” Jennifer Goldring, MetroLines Contest Coordinator, noted that without the hard work of supporters and many talented writers, they wouldn’t have had the opportunity to read the record-breaking number of submissions from so many remarkable poets across the St. Louis metro area.

“I’d like to give a final thank you to all the poets who entered and a big congratulations to all the winners who shared their poems with us tonight — and for inspiring St. Louis and countless riders across the transit system.”

MetroLines is generously supported by the Missouri Arts Council and the Regional Arts Commission. There is no charge to submit an entry for the MetroLines contest, making it rather unique among art contests and helping to attract a large number of submissions from local writers who truly appreciated that aspect of the program.

For more information on MetroLines, visit www. artsintransit.org/metrolines.

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ECH plans $6 million youth development center Every Child’s Hope has been serving the children of St. Louis for over 160 years, so we like to think of ourselves as experts when it comes to making a positive difference in the lives of youth and families.

We’re already there for a variety of needs: for children who have experienced profound trauma, who have trouble in a traditional school, who are trying to make their own way in the world without much guidance, and so much more.

We also know that in order to stay relevant, we have to keep evolving.

So we took the knowledge we’ve gained over the past century and a half when deciding what our next step should be to meet today’s needs.

We know that when a child is struggling, it is almost never an isolated issue. We know trauma can be

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passed down for generations and that children with challenging behaviors can cause stresses throughout the family.

Armed with this knowledge, our answer is to expand our Residential Treatment Program into a modern, family-focused model of care that will be based in a $6 million, 18,000 square foot facility called the ECH Youth Development Center.

The center has been carefully designed to be far more than a building. It will accommodate shortterm residential treatment for 30 youth while creating a new access point for hundreds of youth and families in our community.

The facility’s design will reduce stress and anxiety, improve treatment outcomes, and create a therapeutic-positive environment for those receiving or

giving care. It will be a short-term treatment facility that serves as the cornerstone to a transformational change in our overall care model.

Within its walls, families and youth will be able to explore past traumatic experiences, build on strengths, develop resiliency and forge new directions for their lives. Working with the entire family allows treatment to happen on-site and continue at home.

We are in the final stages of a fundraising campaign to build the new ECH Youth Development Center and hope to break ground soon.

We thank those who have been a part of our first 160-plus years and look forward to creating this new hub of health, healing and hope.

Boys & Girls Clubs host summer camps for kids and teens

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) offers one of the most affordable, comprehensive, extended, high quality summer day camp programs for kids and teens in the St. Louis region. Summer campers, ages six-to-18, are exposed to a variety of learning and participate in educational, recreational, and social activities as well as field trips, social recreation, and cultural activities onsite and in the community. Camps also includes a nutritious breakfast and lunch.

BGCSTL will have summer camp at nine locations including the new Teen Center of Excellence (TCOE) in Ferguson. At the center teens will have access to a nutrition education center, outdoor garden, gymnasium, intellectual commons, theater, green and drama room, fitness zone, gaming room, music and art studio, innovation center and more. Programs at the TCOE include health and wellness (i.e. yoga, healthy habits, open gym), education and workforce development (i.e. college tours, ACT/SAT prep, tutoring, job readiness, internships and summer employment), STEAM (i.e. visual and performing arts, coding, app creation, robotics) and leadership and civic engagement (i.e., community service, character programs, advocacy training).

Summer will truly be a fun and dynamic experience that will spark creativity, engagement, and explorations! Swimming, teen and STEM

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programs, college and career readiness programs, sports as well as field trips are just a few of the things campers can experience.

Summer campers who are interested in writing, producing or singing will enjoy the Music Studio program led by Grammy Award-winning producer/songwriter Alonzo ”Zo” Lee. Students will be fully engaged in the songwriting/ recording process and create a song from start to finish. While youth who aspire to become coders, graphic designers, 3D animators or game developers will have access to the Best Buy Teen Tech Center at the Herbert Hoover Club. The center is an interactive and innovative fully equipped space with everything needed to engage youth ages 12-18 with STEAM activities including a music studio, 3D printer, t-shirt press maker, coding stations, state of the art computers, monitors and virtual reality headsets.

Registration is now open at www.bgcstl.org or call 314-335-8000 with questions.

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St. Louis nonprofit connects people with disabilities to area recreation programs and advocates ‘Leisure Without Limits’ Since 1983, the Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis has provided individuals with developmental disabilities across the St. Louis and St. Charles areas an opportunity to have fun, be active, socialize and enhance their quality of life. It is a purpose they have proudly supported from their conception: providing individuals with disabilities “Leisure Without Limits.”

This tagline was inspired by the belief that individuals with disabilities should not be limited in their access to recreation. They should have the ability to enjoy leisure options because everyone deserves the right to leisure, the right to cherish their time and do the things they enjoy no matter what their abilities. The Recreation Council is passionate about facilitating opportunities around this right.

These opportunities are important because many individuals with developmental disabilities are isolated in school or in the community, and the programs the Recreation Council connects these individuals with provide them the opportunity to make friends while doing something they enjoy without limits.

The Recreation Council helps people take advantage of these opportunities by connecting them with numerous recreation activities in their communities. Their many connections to disability-specific and inclusive programs are reflected in their online directory, the largest online resource of recreation activities for individuals with disabilities across the St. Louis and St. Charles areas. Here, users can find programs that match their interests, passions and abilities. This directory is available on their website at www.RecreationCouncil.org.

Not only does the directory help connect participants with activities, but the Recreation Council staff serve as advisors, taking a personal approach and working with each individual — whether it be a caregiver, a service provider or self-advocate — to identify programs in their community that best meet their interests and support needs.

“Everyone deserves the right to live life,” says Executive Director Susan Fleming. “That we get to preserve that right for individuals with disabilities by providing the service we do is important work that I am proud the Recreation Council gets to do every single day.

I love being active in a variety of recreation activities myself, so I can’t imagine that others would not have the same opportunity.”

The Recreation Council is funded in part by the Productive Living Board, Saint Louis Office for DD Resources and the DDRB of St. Charles County.

For more information about the Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis, contact Susan Fleming at sfleming@recreationcouncil. org or call 314-726-6044.

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St. Louis Area Foodbank, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield COMMUNITY VOICES collaboration helps deliver 1.5 million meals St. Louis Area Foodbank and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Missouri (Anthem) announced that Anthem has committed $375,000 to the Foodbank over the next three years. The sponsorship will help St. Louis Area Foodbank launch its Hunger+Health initiative, a program aimed at addressing the need for increased food access and healthcare resources for vulnerable older adults and other high-risk populations in St. Louis City, St. Louis County and St. Charles County.

More than 800,000 Missouri residents do not have reliable, affordable access to nutritious food. Of that, more than 150,000 of Missouri’s older adults face food insecurity, which can be difficult for those individuals who are often on fixed incomes and may need to decide between buying food or buying other necessities such as medication.

“Strengthening the communities we serve starts with making sure everyone has access to nutritious food and the resources needed to improve their overall health,” said St. Louis Area Foodbank President and CEO, Meredith Knopp. “Initiatives like Hunger+Health are critical, particularly for the older adults we serve, because it keeps them from having to make tough choices between paying for food or paying for other basic necessities such as medicine or healthcare, while ultimately reducing health care costs for things like emergency room usage, hospital stays and readmissions.”

Established 45 years ago, the St. Louis Area Foodbank serves 14 counties in Missouri and 12 in Illinois by providing food to children, seniors, and families in need. The Foodbank provides assistance to nearly 400,000 individuals annually, 14 percent of which are older adults.

“Anthem is proud to be part of St. Louis Area Foodbank’s Hunger+Health initiative because our two organizations share the same goal of improving the communities in which we operate,” said Rob Cleary, Regional Vice President of Sales for Anthem’s Medicare Central Region. “We are committed to taking a whole-person approach to health and know that increasing access to nutritious food and addressing drivers to better health are important ways to help consumers lead healthier lives.”

In addition to Anthem’s support of St. Louis Area Foodbank, the health insurance provider will have representatives at many of the Foodbank’s distribution events to

Submitted photo St. Louis Area Foodbank and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Missouri (Anthem) announced that Anthem has committed $375,000 to the Foodbank over the next three years.

help Medicare-eligible consumers explore their health insurance options. By understanding these choices and possibly selecting a health plan that meets their healthcare needs, these individuals may be in a better position to improve their health and well-being.

Senior Living Florissant Garage Sale set for April

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Haul the clutter from your attics and treasures from your garage for the annual garage sale at the James J Eagan Center in Florissant.

The garage sale will be held at the James J Eagan Ice Rink pavilion on April 25 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. All of the usual garage sale items can be found throughout the sale as well as some unusual items. There is sure to be a treasure with your name on it! Each applicant will only receive one

space. This is open to Florissant residents and non-residents to receive a space to sell.

Applications will be available at the JJE and JFK Centers and at www.florissantmo.com. Space is limited. The fee for is residents is $20 and for non-residents is $25 per table.

The Florissant Garage Sale is free to attend!

For additional information call 314-921-4250 or 314-921-4466.

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Picnic play kicks off Hawthorne’s 75th Season Hawthorne Players of Florissant will present “Picnic” at the Florissant Civic Center Theatre, located at Parker Rd. and Waterford Dr., directed by Trish Nelke, opening March 27.

The classic American play by William Inge about two Kansas households disrupted by the vitality of a handsome stranger on a hot Labor Day weekend won the 1953 Pulitzer Prize in Drama.

Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. on March 27 and 28, and April 3 and 4, with a matinee at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 5. Tickets are $18 for regular tickets, $16 for older adults and students, and $12 each for groups of six or more. Call the box office at 314-921-5678 or go to www.

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Hawthorne Players is celebrating its 75th season of bringing theater featuring local talent to the North County area with special season ticket pricing. For a one-time cost of $37.50, you can see all three main shows: “Picnic,” “A Chorus Line,” and “The Marvelous Wonderettes.”

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The events listed in this section are the latest updates as of press time, please check with individual sites for the most up to date cancellations and reschedule info.

EVENTS March 18: Karaoke

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

March 20: Fish dinner

Fish dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 3 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

March 21: Trash Bash

The city of Florissant will be kicking off the pre-Valley of Flowers Spring Cleaning Campaign with the Annual Confluence Trash Bash from 8 a.m till noon; the Florissant location will be at Sunset Park, starting at the lower pavilion. Volunteers are needed to walk the park along the riverfront to clean up trash and debris to keep our watersheds clean. Individual volunteers, civic groups, and youth organizations are encouraged to attend; no experience is required, all are welcome.

Volunteers are asked to dress for the weather. Breakfast will be provided at 8 a.m. before the start of the event.

To volunteer please call City Engineer Tom Goldkamp at 314-839-7643.

March 21: Trivia night

Trivia will take place at Zion Lutheran Church at 123 Carson Rd. in Ferguson. Doors open at 6 p.m. trivia starts at 7 p.m. Cost is $25 per person (eight players per table) $200 per team. Soda and light snacks will be provided. To register call Rev. BJ Arnold at 314-5181505. All money raised will support Feed My Starving Children.

March 25: Karaoke

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

March 27: CultureFest 2020

CultureFest is a celebration of the many cultures of Christian Hospital staff, St. Louis communities and patients that takes place from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Christian Hospital Atrium and Parking Lot at 11133 Dunn Rd. Community program booths, retail vendors, and health initiatives that promote diversity, inclusion and equity will be present. There will be a world map for all participants to indicate their ancestral origins as part of CultureFest’s celebration of diversity and inclusion.

Free health screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose will be provided. Food trucks will be present from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

March 27: Fish dinner

Fish dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 3 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

March 29: Meat shoots

The Knights of Columbus Duchesne Council 2951 Meat Shoots take place March 8, March 15, March 22 and March 29 at Duchesne Home Association Grounds (Formerly Known as Knights of Columbus Grounds) at 50 Rue St. Francois St. in Florissant.

Shoots start at noon each Sunday. All Proceeds to go toward Charity Food Baskets. Free beans soup plus food and drinks are available.

Historic Florissant’s Annual Benefit Dinner will be held at Hendel’s Restaurant. Cocktail hour will begin at 5 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6 pm. Tickets will be $50 per person and $100 per person for a VIP table.

All proceeds benefit Historic Florissant, Inc. a non-profit organization working toward the preservation of Florissant’s rich history. To purchase a ticket, please send a check to: Historic Florissant, Inc., 1067 Dunn Rd, Florissant, MO 63031 or call 314-565-1468 to purchase using a credit or debit card.

There is a $1 fee per ticket when using a card.

March 30: Historic Florissant’s Annual Benefit Dinner

Historic Florissant’s Annual Benefit Dinner will be held at Hendel’s Restaurant at 599 St. Denis Street in Florissant. Cocktail hour will begin at 5 p.m. and dinner service will begin at 6 p.m.

Tickets will be $50 per person and $100 per person for a VIP table. To purchase a ticket, please send a check to: Historic Florissant, Inc., 1067 Dunn Rd, Florissant, MO 63031 or call 314-5651468 to purchase using a credit or debit card. All proceeds benefit Historic Florissant, Inc. a nonprofit organization working toward the preservation of Florissant’s rich history.

April 3: Fish fries

Our Lady of the Presentation Fish Fry takes place every Friday from 4 – 7 p.m. through April 3 at 8860 Tudor in Overland. Enjoy hand cut cod (fried or baked) shrimp and fish tacos with plenty of sides. For more information call 314-427-0486 x201.

April 3: Underwater egg hunt

Take egg hunting to the water in this “egg”–citing event at 6:30 p.m. at the James J. Eagan Center. Tickets for residents are $10 and for non-residents are $12. Price includes egg hunt and open swim. Open to children ages seven-to-14. Pre-registration required.

Egg hunt will begin promptly at 6:30

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p.m. Stay after for open swim from 7 – 9 p.m. Call 314-921-4466 or 314-9214250 for more information.

April 4: Easter egg hunt

The Easter Bunny will be hopping in to Florissant at the James J. Eagan Center.

Children will first enjoy an egg hunt followed by games inside and photos with the Easter Bunny. The egg hunt begins promptly at 10 a.m. with activities from 10 – 11:30 a.m. The Egg Hunt will be divided into the following age groups (two and under, three-to-five, six-to-eight and nine-to-12. Tickets are required for 12 and under and must be purchased in advance and cost $2 for residents and $5 for non-residents. Call 314-921-4466 or 314921-4250 for more information.

April 4: Mystery dinner theatre

Mystery Dinner Theatre will take place at Unity Lutheran Church at 8454 Glen Echo Dr. in Normandy. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Dinner is served at 6 p.m., play to follow. Cost is $25 per person. For reservations contact Carolyn at 314-837-4674 or email Altepeterc@ gmail.com. All money raised will support Feed My Starving Children.

April 4: Electronics recycling event

The city of Florissant along with Midwest Recycling Center will host an electronics recycling collection event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or until trucks reach their capacity) in St. Ferdinand Park at the rear parking lot, rain or shine. Signs will be posted at park entrances to direct the people on where to go. The event is open to the public.

Midwest Recycling Center will have equipment and employees on hand to assist in the drop off process.

If you need additional information feel free to contact the Florissant Health Department at 314-839-7655 or visit Midwest Recycling Center’s website at www.midwrc.net.

April 4: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Calvary United Church of Christ, at 2501 Hartland Avenue, invites the community to its annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny from 9 - 11 a.m.

The cost is $4 for adults and children three and older. Cost includes breakfast, photo ops with the Easter Bunny, crafts and an egg hunt. All are welcome. Call 314-429-7464 with questions or for directions.

April 8: Egg decorating

Keep the mess out of your house and give your child a chance to dye and decorate eggs alongside some new friends at the James J. Eagan Center.

Each child will be given one dozen eggs to decorate and take home. Dye and other fun decorations will be provided, along with a light snack and drink.

There will be two sessions, the first from 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. and the second from 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Preregistration is required so supplies can be prepared for all participants. Tickets for residents are $6 and for non-residents are $9. Call 314-921-4466 or 314-9214250 for more information.

April 10: Fish fries

A fish fry will be held on Fridays from 4 to 7 p.m. through April 10 at American Legion Post 444 at 17090 Old Jamestown Rd. in Florissant.

April 14: 2020 City of Florissant Senior Citizen Resource Fair

The city of Florissant has partnered with Memory Care Home Solutions, St. Catherine Retirement Community and Mercy Home Health & Hospice Services to provide the Aging My Way Resource Fair from 9 a.m. – noon at the James J. Eagan Community Center at #1 James Eagan Drive in Florissant.

Gift cards will be raffled, free donuts and coffee will be available, free health screenings will be conducted and over 70 booths of valuable senior citizen information will be given out.

This is a free event – residents and non-residents are invited. No ticket required. For more information, call the Florissant Senior Office at 314-8397605.

April 25: Gala fundraiser

The Breakfast Club, Inc. Shining Star Gala will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Orlando’s Event and Conference Center at 2050 Dorsett Village Plaza in Maryland Heights. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased at www.eventbrite.com. Call 314-972-8883 for more information.

April 25: Dueling pianos

Dueling Pianos will take place at Atonement Lutheran Church at 1285 N New Florissant Rd. Doors open at 6 p.m., music goes from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. There will be a silent auction, wine pulls and 50/50. For reservations call Rick Brown at 314-249-3418. All money raised will support Feed My Starving Children.

May 15: Fish fry

Zion Lutheran Church Fish Fry starts on Feb. 28 and runs every Friday through May 15. Doors open from 4 to 7 p.m. Dine in or carry out cod, catfish, shrimp, chicken, drinks and sides featuring homemade desserts. For more information call at Andi 314-522-0100.

May 16: Meat shoots

The Florissant Eagles 3638 is hosting weekly meat shoots on Saturdays at the Florissant Aerie located at 15245 New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant. Shoots start at noon and run until early evening. The shoots will happen every Saturday until May 16. For more information call 314-838-3470.

May 31: 5K walk/run

Christian Hospital Recovery Center is hosting the first-ever 5K Walk/Run “Eliminate the Stigma” for Mental Health at 9 a.m. on the Paul F. Detrick Building parking lot at Christian Hospital at 11133 Dunn Rd. To register, visit christianhospital.org/5K. All proceeds go toward the Christian Hospital Foundation’s Mental Health Scholarship Fund to provide services to those most in need. Health vendors will be onsite providing information on their services. Chances to win raffle baskets can be purchased at the event for $1 for one chance or $5 for six chances.

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RECURRING EVENTS Weekdays: Food pantry volunteers needed

The Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry is in need of ongoing adult volunteers to sort food, stock shelves and shop with clients. Two-to-four hour shifts are available, Monday-Friday 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. To learn more or to join this fun group, contact Chelsey Banaskavich at 314-513-1674 or cbanaskavich@jfcs-stl.org.

Weekdays: Tax filing program volunteers

Seeking greeters, appointment schedulers, and tax preparers to assist older adults in the St. Louis County Tax Filing Program. Training and mileage reimbursement is provided. For more information and to start the volunteer application process, contact the County Older Resident Programs and ask for Mike Nickel at 314-615-4021.

Weekdays: Volunteer drivers

The St. Louis County Older Resident Programs need volunteer drivers who live in St. Louis County to give a few hours during the day to provide transportation to and from doctor’s appointments for our senior residents of St. Louis County that lives near you! No weekends and mileage reimbursement is available. Call today at 314-615-4516.

Mondays: TOPS meeting

Come, join and take off those extra pounds. T.O.P.S.=Take Off Pounds Sensibly has meetings on Monday nights at 7 p.m. (weigh in begins at 6:35 p.m.) 9135 Shelley Avenue, Overland, MO 63114. (Entrance is in the back on East Milton). TOPS is a very inexpensive way to lose weight.

You may visit a meeting for free. Any questions please call Dan Agee at 314540-5223.

Mondays: Choral Arts Singers practice

Choral Arts Singers resume practice on Mondays, at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake St. Louis. New singers are welcome. Auditions are not required. See www.concertarts.org.

Mondays: City council meetings

City of Pine Lawn holds regular city council meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.

Mondays: Workshop meetings

City of Pine Lawn holds regular workshop meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.

Mondays: A cappella singers

All men who like to sing are invited to come sing with us, The Men of Harmony. We practice every Monday night at 7 p.m. at 5500 Parker Road which is the first house on Uthe Lane.

We sing four-part harmony a capella

(without accompaniment). We sing some traditional songs, as well as show tunes and more contemporary music. We do perform for the public at various functions. Persons interested can come right on in or for more information call Al at 314-993-6134.

Mondays: Korean War Veterans Association meeting

If you had military service in Korea between Sept. 3, 1945 and the present you are cordially invited to a meeting of Chapter 4, North County Korean War Veterans Association. Meetings take place at the VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant on the second Monday of the month, starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-9212132.

Mondays-Thursdays: Volunteers needed

Community Action Agency of St. Louis County is in need of volunteers to stock shelves, sort food shipments and pack bags for Food Pantry Clients Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Two to four hour shifts are available. If you are interested, please contact Cheryl Piece at 314-446-4440 or cpiece@caastlc.org for additional information.

Tuesdays: A cappella singers

The Gentlemen of Sound are looking for men who like to sing or want to learn. They practice Tuesdays at Lady of the Pillar school at 401 S. Lindbergh from 7 – 9 p.m. They try to do public events monthly. Always looking for new members. Come by or call Charlie at 314-954-1121.

Tuesdays: Chair Zumba

Chair Zumba every Tuesday from 2:15 – 3 p.m. at The Bridge At Florissant at 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. (Parker @ Arlington). For more information call 314-831-0988.

Tuesdays: Celebrate Recovery

Celebrate Recovery Tuesday meetings take place at 6 p.m. with a Saturday Bible Study at 9 a.m. at LifePoint Church at 424 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information visit w w w.lifepointministries.church/ celebrate-recovery or call (men) Steve D. at 636-634-6582 or (women) Denise W. at 530-417-6151.

Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals

The St. Louis Chordinals, a women’s a cappella chorus, rehearse every Tuesday evening from 7 - 9:30 p.m. at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church at 12397 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bridgeton (next to the Bridgeton Government Center). For more information call Linda at 314-839-3495 or visit stlouischordinals.org.

Tuesdays: Food pantry

Every second Tuesday of the month, food pantry takes place from 9 - 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. – noon at St. Andrew United Methodist Church at 3975 N. US Highway 67 in Florissant. Other times by appointment, call 314-837-4233.

Tuesdays: Vietnam Veterans Association meeting

Chapter 794 Vietnam Veterans Association meets on the third Tuesday of each month at VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant. Meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.

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From 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. located at John F. Kennedy Center/Henry Koch Ctr., Howdershell Rd. at Charbonier Rd., Florissant. For more info contact Paul McConnell, 314-831-5476.

Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting

6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, at the Bellefontaine Neighbors Community Center at 9669 Bellefontaine Rd. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.

Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

Doors at 4:30 p.m., games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314921-2316.

Wednesdays: Bingo

Bingo takes place every Wednesday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland. Doors open at 5 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314-660-1813.

Wednesdays: Bingo

Life Care Center of Bridgeton, at 12145 Bridgeton Square in Bridgeton, welcome all to Community Bingo every last Wednesday of the month at 2:30 p.m. Light refreshment will be served. Please RVSP at 314-298-7444 with the month you will attend and number of people attending.

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Wednesdays: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Methodist Church at 3975 N. Hwy 67 in Florissant. For more information contact Norma at 314-306-4731.

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ning at 9:15 a.m. at Florissant Church of Christ, 16460 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. If interested, please contact Shirley at 314-895-3528 for more information.

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

Check out TOPS #361 Florissant group of supportive ladies. Meetings are on Wednesday mornings begin-

Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant.

Doors at 7:30 a.m., games begin at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 314-921-2316.

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Two FFSD schools among area’s six to receive ITEF grant Wedgwood Sixth Grade Center and Ferguson Middle School are among six area schools to receive the 2019 Catapult Grant from the Innovative Technology Education Fund (ITEF). Wedgwood’s $30,000 grant, “Make Learning Chrome-Tastic,” will ensure that all 370 students have access to Chrome tablets. Ferguson Middle’s $12,000 grant, “Achieving Independence Through Technology”, will provide art department students the avail-

ability to use online programs.

ITEF is a St. Louis-based, charitable, nonprofit foundation that through the Catapult initiative supports innovation in education by funding basic technology that leads to advanced uses of technology in the classrooms of public, private, parochial, and charter schools in the greater St. Louis area. ITEF also provides grants for professional development. The Catapult grant is a newly introduced grant category.

“The Catapult grant makes space for educators who want to be innovative to take the next step to bring innovation into their classroom or school,” said Charmaine

Smith, chief executive officer of ITEF. “We know that by providing resources for basic technology, we are opening the door for educators who can apply for an innovator grant in the next year or two.”

Since 2008, ITEF has provided more than $4 million in grants to St. Louis-area schools, helping fund the creation of makerspaces with advanced technology like 3-D printers and robotics equipment, full digital media and video production spaces, and even STEM-based agriculture labs where students learned problem-solving through hands-on use of farming technology.

Grant recipients are selected by ITEF board members.

Maryville, A Red Circle and EyeSeeMe join to make literature accessible, relatable for African-American youth When children do not see themselves reflected in literature, textbooks, and school curriculum, it gives them the impression they are not valued, that something must be wrong with them.

It is this sentiment that spurred Maryville University’s College of Education, EyeSeeMe Bookstore, and nonprofit A Red Circle to join forces for an inclusive book fair at Barack Obama School Photo courtesy Normandy Schools Collaborative on Feb. 12.

In support of its mission Normandy students participated in a special book fair sponsored by Maryville University, EyeSeeMe of equity in education, Bookstore and A Red Circle non-profit organization. The book fair, held at Barack Obama School in the Normandy Schools Collaborative, allowed students to choose from 100s of African-American the Maryville Universi- titles to keep for their personal libraries. Pictured here are (from left): Obama students Raina Wilty Education Club and A liams, Renee Martin, Erica Harris, Ameer Rodgers, and Kaylei Sayles. In back, Maryville University Red Circle raised nearly student Rebecca Austin. $5,000 to purchase books “If we want our students to improve their literafrom EyeSeeMe bookstore, cy skills, it is critical for our students to see theman African-American bookstore in University City. The books were then distributed to Obama selves in literature,” said Dr. Charles J. Pearson, students in grades one-through-eight at the book Normandy Superintendent of Schools. “I thank Maryville, A Red Circle, and EyeSeeMe for their fair.

Dr. Destiny Reddick, assistant dean at Maryville support, and commend them for their vision in University’s College of Education, spearheaded bringing these amazing resources to our students.”

The Normandy Schools Collaborative has held what the organizers informally called the “Lit Lit” several events this year to encourage and develop book fair.

“Too often, children of color open a book and literacy skills in students. In January, the district are unable to make connections to themselves and held its annual Reader Wonderland event which their communities,” Reddick said. “All 396 Obama provides free books and storytelling entertainstudents received a book voucher allowing them ment for first graders throughout the district. On to select one book to take home. These books fea- the same day as the Maryville event, members of ture African-American characters or historical the St. Louis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma figures that respectfully mirror themselves, their Theta Sorority Inc. read to students in grades onethrough-three as part of their Dive into Books iniculture, and their families.”

The event also allowed students in each grade tiative.

On March 14, the district will hold its Normanlevel to participate in four literacy stations, one of which was the book fair “shopping” station. The dy Read with Me! Literacy Celebration (also at remaining three literacy stations were developed Barack Obama School; the event is free and open by undergraduate Maryville education students, to the community). Later this spring, Normandy under the supervision of Maryville professor Dr. will hold its 2nd annual writing contest, open to students in grades K-12.

Lisa Merideth.

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Ingredients: 1 (12-ounce) box whole wheat noodles 2 cups broccoli, chopped 8 slices turkey bacon, chopped and cooked Cheese Sauce ¼ cup butter ¼ cup whole wheat flour

Directions:

3 cups skim milk

Boil pot of water and cook noodles according to instructions. Steam broccoli until fairly soft, set aside.

2 ½ cups cauliflower, diced 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steam cauliflower for cheese sauce until very soft. In blender, blend cauliflower with 1 cup of milk until smooth.

Topping ¼ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese Nutrition Information: 670 Calories, 18 g Fat, 33 g Protein, 11.4 g Fiber, 30% Daily Value Calcium

Cook bacon in microwave or stove until crispy, set aside. In a large sauce pan or skillet melt butter on medium heat. Add

flour and cook for about two minutes, stirring continuously.

Add cauliflower mixture and remaining milk, continuing to cook on medium-low until thickened. Remove from heat and add cheese. Stir until melted.

Add noodles and broccoli, stir until combined.

Transfer to baking dish, top with bacon and additional cheese. Broil 5 minutes.

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‘Onward’ heads straight to the heart

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By Steve Bryan

Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

rom the original “Toy Story” to “Finding Nemo,” “Coco” and “Inside Out,” Pixar’s trademark has been relatable stories that tug at the heartstrings.

Last year’s “Toy Story 4” was exceptionally moving as the devoted Woody decided whether to stay with his friends or take a brand-new path.

“Onward,” the studio’s latest release, also heads straight for the heart. It speaks directly to all of us who have lost a beloved parent or grandparent.

“Spider-Man: Far from Home” star Tom Holland lends his voice to Ian Lightfooot, a young man celebrating his 16th birthday. His brother Barley (Chris Pratt) and mother Laurel (Julia Louis-Dreyfus) give him lots of love and support, but Ian is sad because he never knew his father. Ian and Barley’s dad did leave the boys a magical gift, though, one that could allow him to return for one day.

Barley tries to cast the correct spell with no luck, but it is Ian who has the magical abilities.

Unfortunately, the magic spell is too strong for the boys and only the bottom half of their father appears. Not willing to give up, they take their dad on the road in the hopes of finding a Phoenix Gem, which is a necessary part of the spell. Along the way, they face many challeng-

birthday party. Although the road trip is for their father, the trip helps Ian discover who he really is and what he wants to be. Chris Pratt’s Barley is the ultimate big brother who has looked after Ian for years.

Barley has four distinct memories of his dad, but he’s hoping to make more if they can get the magical gem they need.

“Onward” also has a subplot featuring Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ Laurel.

After her boys head out into dangerous territories, she jumps into her subcompact car and follows them. She’s joined by the Manticore (Octavia Spencer), a winged creaPhoto courtesy Walt Disney Pictures ture who once ran a dark and mysterious tavern. Over time, “Corey” es and learn more about themselves. turned her tavern into a family-friendly A fun and emotional romp, “Onward” takes restaurant complete with placemats and crayplace in a world that once embraced magic and ons. Meeting Ian and Barley reawakens her housed fantastic creatures. Over time, how- sense of adventure and she rides shotgun ever, technology slowly replaced spells and with Laurel. charmed objects because flipping light switch“Onward” is another fine Pixar offering and es was easier than casting an illumination spell. one that is potentially more emotional than Flying creatures now root through the garbage their other films. It’s also a statement about and pixies have become rather surly and form how technology in our own world has permotorcycle gangs. haps made things too easy for us. For those Tom Holland does a great job as Ian, a shy who have lost a family member, this is a good teenager who is afraid to invite friends to his choice.

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Yeggs

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CROSSWORD: Renaissance Faire

‘Yeggs’ is a comic series about Robert and Bill, two rabbits who have opened their own egg franchise in the Midwest (St. Louis area). We follow their day to day lives, watching as they go about the hectic task of preparing for their one big day every year. Along the way they have adventures filled with fun, comic doings and pathos.

Moore On Life My trip to the grocery store took an interesting turn this week. I just needed some cat sand, but since I was there I decided to pick up a few other necessities, like toilet paper. I turned my cart into the tissue aisle and experienced a what-the-heck moment.

The aisle was totally deserted; a lonesome wind blew down the corridor; tumbleweeds rolled across the cement floor and gathered in a thorny pile. I could have sworn I heard the theme song from, “The Good The Bad and The Ugly” echoing down from the store’s intercom.

By then a couple of other ladies had steered their carts next to mine and had the same reaction.

“What the what?!” One exclaimed.

“Sweet mother of all that is holy; are we in an alternate universe where TP hasn’t been invented yet?” I said.

“Panic-buyers!” The other one said.

“Huh?” “Everyone’s stocking up. They beat us to it. Now we’ll have to use pinecones!”

I could not imagine life without this necessity of life.

“What are we going to do?” I wailed.

“We’re doomed. We’ll have to buy it on the black market.”

“Where is that and what time does it open?” I asked.

“No telling. This virus could shut down production too and then you won’t get it anywhere.”

I was in a fit of hopelessness; ready to give up and share the cat box with my fur babies. Then I had a lightbulb moment. Wasn’t TP just another paper product like maybe…paper towels? I eyed the endcap next to us and sure enough there was one 12-pack of paper towels left.

My companions must have followed my gaze

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because I could tell the same idea had formed in their heads.

Dang! They were both closer to the shelf than me. It was now survival of the fittest, which eliminated me completely. But desperate times call for desperate measures.

I started to breathe heavily; I held my throat and began dry coughing. “Feels like…hack… something’s coming on!” I yowled.

They both sped off like they had spied a display of free hand sanitizer.

I grabbed the 12-pack and headed over to the pet aisle to pick up extra cat sand….just in case.

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.

ACROSS 1. Wing it 6. Salvatore, to his friends 9. Bigger than tsp.

13. Swedish money 14. Snoop 15. Hold the floor 16. Predict from an omen 17. More of the same 18. Cell dweller 19. *Good ____, as in morning 21. *Gathering of rogues and ____, sing.

23. What engineer and auctioneer have in common 24. Japanese vodka 25. Gourmet mushroom 28. Sheer profit 30. *Set up a tent 35. “Best ____ schemes o’ mice an’ men” 37. Attention-getting interjection 39. One who looks at the stars, e.g.

40. Eye up and down 41. Train stop 43. Laughing on the inside 44. Remember this battle site!

46. Isaac’s firstborn 47. Zelensky’s capital 48. Fermented milk

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50. Billy Joel’s “____ the Good Die Young” 52. Use lacrimal glands 53. Weakest in chess 55. Burmese neighbor 57. *Please 61. *Men’s vest 64. Child-eating daemon, Greek mythology 65. Call to Bo-peep 67. Andretti or Lauda 69. Colorado ski resort 70. “Slippery” tree 71. Phantom’s genre 72. Scotland’s famous lake 73. Johnny’s other nickname 74. Martha Washington post 1799, e.g.

DOWN 1. Rap sheet abbr.

2. Keith Moon’s instrument of choice 3. Apple’s apple, e.g.

4. Accustom 5. Like infertile land 6. Do like volcano 7. *Are 8. Swimsuit fabric 9. Not kosher 10. Island east of Java 11. Roofed colonnade 12. One of the Ivies

15. Murdering, slangily 20. Artemis’ companion 22. Island strings 24. Blended family family member 25. *Longer than a cape 26. Two under par 27. a.k.a. pilau 29. *Fare ____ well 31. *Horseshoe cleat 32. Pre-life 33. *Shakespeare’s pattern 34. *Restroom 36. Actress Moore 38. Sound of pain 42. Tutu fabric 45. Annie or Oliver, e.g.

49. Sigma Alpha Epsilon 51. Peter of Peter, Paul and Mary 54. Big name in grills 56. Giraffe’s striped-leg cousin 57. Blueprint 58. Tear down 59. Mischievous sprites 60. Decorative neckwear, pl.

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