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April 18, 2012 Vol. 91 No. 16

Area residents may drop off unused prescription drugs on April 28 at several North County locations.

National Drug Take Back Day

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The cities of Florissant, Hazelwood and Maryland Heights are just a few joining the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to collect unused prescription drugs during National Drug Take Back Day on April 28. The service is free and anonymous. Please bring potentially dangerous expired, unused or unwanted prescription drugs to one of the participating locations. Florissant residents may drop off their unused prescription drugs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at one of three locations: the JFK Community Center, 315 Howdershell; the James J. Eagan Civic Center, 1 James J. Eagan Drive; or the Florissant Police Department, 1700 N. Hwy. 67. The Hazelwood Police Department will accept prescription drugs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Police Station at Hazelwood City Hall, 415 Elm Grove Lane, or at the Police Sub-Station at St. Louis Mills. Maryland Heights residents may drop off from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Maryland Heights Government Center, 11911 Dorsett Road (the intersection of Dorsett Road and Millwell Drive). Citizens may drive up and drop off without getting out of their car. The collection site will be set up in front of the Police Department entrance. North County residents may also drop off prescription drugs at the North County Recreation Center, 2577 Redman Road, St. Louis. Last October, Americans turned in 377,080 pounds – 188.5 tons – of prescription drugs at over 5,300 sites operated by the DEA and nearly 4,000 state and local law enforcement agencies, including the one for Hazelwood. In its three previous Take Back events, DEA and its partners took in almost a million Around Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

pounds – nearly 500 tons – of pills. This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Abuse of prescription drugs is the fastest-growing segment for illegal drug use in America. In the U.S. alone, more than 15 million people abuse prescription drugs, more than the combined number who reported using cocaine, methamphetamines, and heroin. Plus, disposing of unused medicines by flushing them down the toilet has the potential of poisoning our clean water systems. Prescription drugs that languish in home medicine cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. The number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs are alarmingly high as well. According to recent studies, the number of hospital emergency room visits attributable to the abuse of prescription drugs has substantially increased since 2004. And, the number of confirmed overdoses caused by prescription drug abuse has surpassed those of all other illegal drugs combined. The explosive increase in prescripLearn & Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Pet Apdoption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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April 18, 2012

NCCU Names 2012 Awards Recipients to be Honored at 8th Annual Awards Dinner North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice (NCCU) has the pleasure of announcing Living Legend Award, Community Services Awards, Education Awards, and President Award. Recipients will be honored at the 8th Annual Dinner, to be held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 29 in the May Center at SSM DePaul Health Center. The public is encouraged to attend and tickets are only $30 each. Reservations are required by April 20 and may be made by calling 314.921.7364. The Living Legend Award will be presented to St. Louis County Executive Charlie Dooley. Executive Dooley is truly a living legend among us in the St. Louis area. After retiring from McDonnell Douglas, he entered government service and has served in many positions including Mayor, County Councilman, and County Executive. Education Awards will be presented to Assistant Superintendent of Hazelwood School District Julia Burke, and Dr. Zella Williams, retired assistant superintendent of Hazelwood School District and current board member of the Special School District.

Community Service Awards will be presented to Bethel-Providence Christian Church, Florissant Rotary Club, Steve Weeks, coordinator of Ferguson-Florissant School District’s Homeless Children Program, and J. Toni Burrow, executive director of PAKT Community Resource Center. Bethel-Providence Christian Church is unique since it consists of a merged all white and all black church working to promote racial understanding. The Rotary Club of Florissant has been heavily involved in providing support for victims of the Tornados in Joplin and in the local area. In addition, it has supported the ongoing work of various organizations engaged in social justice. The President’s Award will be presented to Pastor Cedric Portis of Third Presbyterian Church for his dedicated support of NCCU. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Stanton Lawrence, superintendent of Normandy School District, and Master of Ceremonies will be Rev. R. Carleton Stock, retired co-pastor of Northminster Presbyterian Church. North County Churches is a faith based organization that consists of 22 churches of various denominations and non-denominational churches in North County. Its goal is to promote understanding between individuals, especially the races, and promote social justice.

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70th Class Reunion

Classmates gathered for a 70th Class Reunion of Sacred Heart School on December 11, 2011. Irma Korte sent the photo, and said 14 are living from the class of 38 students. Pictured left to right are: Florence Behlmann Krause, Irma Reckamp Korte, Marian Foeller Claspille, Sr. Helen Keeven, Eugene Ebbesmeyer, and Leonard Hoette.

Developing Strong Women Resource Fair

The Junior League of St. Louis (JLSL) in partnership with Herbert Hoover Boys and Girls Club will host the Developing Strong Women Resource Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 28. The fair will be held at Herbert Hoover Boys and Girls Club, 2901 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. This one-day free event connects low income and under insured women and children with valuable participating agencies in the areas of career, family, financial, legal and health and wellness. The following free services will be available that day: • Blood work (test blood sugar levels and cholesterol) • New books for children • Eye and dental exams • Resume/interview workshop • Free mammograms for uninsured or under insured women between the ages of 40 – 64, by appointment only. To schedule a mammogram, please call the David C. Pratt Cancer Center at Mercy Hospital St. Louis at 314.251.6400. There will be two door prize drawings at the resource fair and the winners will collect a free Herbert Hoover Boys and Girls Club membership. For more information, visit www. jlsl.org or call 314.822.2344.

April 18, 2012

Community News

Dedication Ceremony for the City of Edwardsville’s “Ryan Garbs Gold Star Memorial Plaza” U.S. Army Ranger Specialist Ryan C. Garbs, of Edwardsville, was killed in Afghanistan on February 17, 2007. His parents, Doug and Jill Garbs of Edwardsville, began building the Ryan C. Garbs Gold Star Monument shortly thereafter. Made of bronze (sculpted by Michele Middleton) and granite (designed by Jerry Lager), and located in downtown Edwardsville’s City Park, the monument features the names of all the Edwardsville area soldiers who have died while in service. The dates extend from World War I to present and include 77 names. A website designed by Inlandesign of Edwardsville, www.ry-

angarbsgoldstarmemorial.com, contains all aspects and features of the memorial. The dedication ceremony for the Ryan Garbs Gold Star Memorial Plaza will be held at 10 a.m. On Saturday, April 21, 2012, conducted by Edwardsville Mayor Gary Niebur. Featured speakers, U.S. Congressman John Shimkus and Ill. Senator Bill Haine will address those attending, the Edwardsville Muny Band will provide musical entertainment and Doug and Jill Garbs will read the names of the soldiers on the monument. The public is invited to attend.

Florissant Prepares for the 50th Annual Valley of Flowers Celebration The first Valley of Flowers was celebrated on April 20, 1963 and was a cooperative effort of the city, the Chamber of Commerce, Florissant Historical Society, Florissant Federated Garden Clubs, Men’s Garden Club, Florissant Junior Women’s Club and the local news media of the day which was the Florissant Valley Reporter and the Florissant Times. The goals of the celebration were as follows: 1. Make Florissant a better place in which to live 2. Attract more tourist and visitors 3. Help to encourage more businesses to locate in Florissant 4. Increase property values 5. Further Florissant loyalty and appreciation 6. Make Florissant even more beautiful Florissant field personnel have been instructed to go all out and Mayor Schneider and the City Council requests that every resident and business owner join them to get the city in the best possible shape for the 50th Valley of Flowers. The Mayor and Council agree that the goals should be the same as those of the original festival listed above.

Florissant Public Works and Parks Department personnel will give extra attention to duties that will have a noticeable impact on the appearance of the city in an effort to do everything possible to make Florissant as Beautiful as possible for the 50th celebration of the Valley of Flowers. Parks Maintenance personnel will maintain islands and common ground in subdivisions including grass cutting and over seeding, tree and shrub trimming, mulching and filling in tire ruts. Parks Maintenance will continue to maintain all of the beautiful parks and get them in outstanding shape in time for the festival. Public Works will repair and replace any damaged or fading street signs. All signs illegally on public right of way will be removed. Property owners and renters with illegal signs on private property will be requested to remove them so as to avoid a summons. Public Works will increase the street sweeping service and all field personnel are instructed to stop and pick up any litter or debris found in the street. The Code Enforcement Personnel will give extra atten-

tion to problem properties in the city presenting an eyesore. Grass and weed violations will be immediately brought to the attention of property owners. Vacant lots already identified as problem areas will be maintained with the cost billed to the property owner. Lawn care company maintenance results will be monitored to encourage them to do excellent work especially those that work for lending institutions with vacant property. The City Engineer has already participated in a county wide creek clean-up program and will continue to look for resources to clean up our creeks and box culverts. Mayor Schneider and the Florissant City Council encourage every resident and business owner to give extra attention to their property including routine maintenance

and grass cutting but also to plant new flowers and shrubs now if possible in honor of the

50 year tradition that is the signature event of Florissant and North County.

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April 18, 2012

Hazelwood Police Officer Receives Distinguished Service Citation of Valor Hazelwood Police Chief Carl Wolf presented Officer Douglas K. Barber with a Distinguished Service Citation of Valor at a recent City Council Meeting. Mayor Matthew Robinson of Hazelwood assisted Chief Wolf in congratulating Officer Barber for risking his own life in order to prevent the loss of an innocent civilian and to apprehend an armed suspect. Officer Barber’s heroic act occurred on October 10, 2011, at approximately 1:25 a.m. He responded to a dispatch call about a robbery in progress at Quik Trip, located at 7400 North Lindbergh Boulevard. While in route to the crime scene, he was advised that the suspect had a store employee on the floor and was holding a shotgun. When he arrived, Officer Barber met up with Officer

Lloyd who had taken up a position in front of the store. He observed that the suspect did have a double-barreled shotgun in his possession and was aiming it at the store clerk. Officer Lloyd also told him that the suspect had secured the front doors with a heavy black cord to prevent anyone from entering the premises. Officer Barber, fearing for the employee’s safety, entered the store and confronted the suspect by ordering him to drop the weapon. The suspect complied and was taken into custody without further incident. Hazelwood Police Chief Carl Wolf (left) looks on while Hazelwood Mayor Matthew Robinson (right) presents Officer Douglas Barber (center) with the Distinguished Upon further investigation of the case, it was de- Service Citation Medal of Valor for his heroic actions. termined that Officer Barber’s heroic actions met the criteria for being awarded the Distinguished Service effort to apprehend an armed and dangerous suspect, Citation of Valor. He placed his own life at risk in an and to prevent injury or the loss of life to the store clerk.

Eat Pizza for Accessible Play, Inc. Gary Behlmann, president of Accessible Play, Inc., is pleased to announce the Papa Murphy’s Take and Bake Pizza, located at 8192 N. Lindbergh Blvd., will donate 20 percent of regular priced purchases on Thursday April 26, 2012 to Accessible Play. Customers wishing to participate in the Dough Raising Fundraiser Program must mention their purchase is to go toward Accessible Play. Accessible Play, Inc. is a non-profit corporation raising funds to build an all-inclusive accessible playground in North St. Louis County

where children of all abilities can play side-byside. Angie’s Playground will be located at Manion Park in Florissant, and will include Braille signage, wide ramps, rubber surfaces, shade structures, transfer stations to assist children in wheelchairs, and a pavilion with restrooms. Following construction, the playground will be administered and maintained by the city of Florissant. For more information about Accessible Play Inc., please contact Gary Behlman at 314.831.264 or visit www.accessibleplayinc.org.

Pitch, Hit & Run

Kids ages 7-14 are invited to participate in the Pitch, Hit, & Run competition at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 3 in Florissant. Participants compete in three stations: pitching, hitting, and running with a chance to advance to sectionals. The event will be held at Koch Field #2. This program is free but requires pre-registration. To register, call the JFK Community Center at 314.921.4250.

Money Smart Week is April 21-28

Are you money smart? Everyone needs to know how to spend, save and borrow money wisely to achieve their financial goals. That’s why more than 200 free classes and events to help people learn about managing personal finances and understand why it’s important will be offered during Money Smart Week® April 21-28 throughout the St. Louis metro region. Find a comprehensive list of classes at www.moneysmartstl.org or call 2-1-1. The week of classes include topics such as establishing a budget, understanding credit, first time home buying, estate planning, saving and investing, credit, raising money smart kids and more. Classes, seminars and activities focused on money management will be carried out by representatives of local community groups, financial institutions, not-for-profit organizations, businesses, schools, libraries, government agencies, and media outlets. Almost all of the activities are free and are being held throughout the region in St. Louis City, St. Louis, St. Charles, Jefferson and Warren counties in Missouri and the metro east counties of Madison, St. Clair and Monroe, Illinois. Coordinated by the Greater St. Louis Financial Education Collaborative and 80 partner organizations dedicated to financial literacy. The goal of Money Smart Week is to help consumers learn how to manage their personal finances. This helps individuals raise their standards of living and also contributes to the welfare of neighborhoods, communities and cities.

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Community News

The Redevelopment of the Value City Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider is pleased to announce the re-development of the Value City property on Lindbergh Boulevard into six new and exciting stores and a restaurant. This $10 million development is currently underway with the removal of the old building front. The five new businesses that will occupy the original building are: Ashley Furniture, Ulta Salon Products and Services, Five Below (which is the leading retailer of trend-right, extreme-value merchandise to the teen and pre-teen market), Panda Express Restaurant (an existing restaurant relocating to the development), and another company that will be located in an new outlet building. This project is creating more than 100 construction jobs. The stores are estimated to open in September or October 2012.

NCI Names 2012’s Award Recipients to be Honored at 35th Annual Breakfast North County Incorporated (NCI) is pleased to announce that our annual Business Development, Community Development, Elmer Belsha Leadership, Public Service and Special Recognition Award recipients have been chosen. The 2012 award recipients will be honored at NCI’s 35th Annual Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, May 18 at the St. Louis Airport Marriott. This year’s presenting sponsors are HDR Engineering and SSM DePaul Health Center. The public is encouraged to attend and tickets are only $37.50 per person. Generous sponsorship packages are still available. Reservations are required; please call NCI at 314.895.6241 or go to www.NorthStLouisCounty. com. NCI’s Business Development Awards are presented to those whose efforts positively affect the economic development and business climate of the North County area. On Friday, May 18, 2012 NCI will honor the Corporate College - St. Louis Community College; Express Scripts and the Northwest HealthCare Expansion with Business Development Awards. NCI’s Community Development Awards are presented to those whose efforts positively benefit youth, residents, civic organizations, or others through selfless acts. Jennings Do-Dads Charitable Organization; Ken Smith, Former president of the Old Jamestown Association; Kim Braddy, Executive Director of the Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce were chosen for this award. Lillie Dumas, Vice President of Commerce Bank and past Chairman of NCI will receive the prestigious Elmer Belsha Leadership Award, which is presented annually to an individual whose long-term commitment to NCI and the North County region has had a positive impact on the community and/or public body that they serve. Public Service Awards will be presented to outstanding individuals, elected, appointed, or employed by a public

body whose long-time service has had a positive impact on the community and/or public body they serve. Ann Gibbons, Board member of the Hazelwood School District; Brian Fletcher, former mayor of the City of Ferguson; Dr. Cheryl Compton, Superintendent with the Ritenour School District; and Mayor Monica Huddleston, City of Greendale will be this year’s Public Service Award recipients. Special Recognition Awards will be presented to outstanding individuals who through their business and volunteer services exemplify leadership and service to the North County community, are dedicated to helping others, and improving the business environment and/or lives of those they serve. Hubert H. Hoosman, Jr., President and CEO of Vantage Credit Union and Jerrilyn Eberhart, Administrative Secretary with the City of Berkeley Fire Department are this year’s Special Recognition Award recipients. NCI’s 35th Annual Breakfast is made possible by these generous sponsors: Presenting Sponsors are HDR Engineering and SSM DePaul Health Center. Corporate Plus sponsors include Bommarito of Hazelwood-Nissan, Honda, Volkswagen, Ford; St. Louis Community College – Florissant Valley; U.S. Bank; Walmart Corporate sponsors include Betty Jean Kerr People’s Health Centers; Christian Hospital; Commerce Bank; Community News; Favazza & Associates LLC; Firestone; Johnny Londoff Chevrolet; NorthPark Partners; SSM Rehabilitation Hospital; St. Louis County; St. Louis County Economic Council Supporting sponsors include, City of Ferguson; Emerson; Ferguson-

Florissant School District; Florissant License Office; Independent News; Kent Miller Photography; Lindenwood University; Nelson McBride; Paul Cerame Auto Group, Inc.; Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 562; Serenity Women’s Healthcare, Inc.; St. Louis Community College Workforce Solutions Group; Trinity Catholic High School; University of Missouri-St. Louis; Valley Industries North County Incorporated is a regional development organization, which acts as a catalyst to define and advocate economic and community development for North St. Louis County. NCI was established in 1977. The Board is composed of community leaders and business owners. Ms. Sandy Weber is the current Board of Directors Chair.

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April 18, 2012

Trinity Senior Awarded Scholarship On March 27 two members of the United States Marine Corps visited Trinity to inform senior Zhane’ Ochoa she had been selected to receive one of the two NROTC scholarships from the state of Missouri. Captain David Klingensmith and Gunnery Sergeant Jason Lindsey made the surprise announcement during Mr. Bebe’s religion class. The scholarship will provide Zhane’ with $180,000 for her undergraduate education. Zhane’ was one of 52 applicants chosen for the scholarships from the states of Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri, Michigan, Minnesota North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska and Wisconsin. Upon graduation, Zhane’ will be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps. The scholarship may be used at any of the schools at which Zhane’ is accepted. She has been accepted at the University of Missouri-Columbia and she has applied at the University of Southern California, the University of California at Berkeley, Stanford University and the University of California at Los Angeles. Zhane’s selection was based on her academic achievements, educational goals and physical stamina.

Ritenour Earns 10th Consecutive National Budget Award For the tenth consecutive year, Ritenour School District earned the prestigious Meritorious Budget Award for excellence in the preparation and management of its 2011-2012 annual budget. While every school district has an annual budget to manage expenditures and revenue, the Meritorious Budget Award is only given to school districts that meet or exceed the rigorous award program criteria. Less than one percent of the nation's school districts receive the award presented by the Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) International. In order to earn the award in consecutive years, applicants must continue to improve their budget and implement ASBO's suggestions for improvement. No other organization or award program is specifically designed to enhance school budgeting and honor a school system for a job well done. "This award confirms Riten& fiesta 5K fun Run our's continued commitment to sound financial practices," Saturday, may 5 ~ Cinco de mayo said Ritenour Chief Financial Officer Doug Baum. "Our disEnjoy thE RSC faCilitiES fREE all day, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. trict has a long history of solid RSC Fiesta 5K Run at 7:30 a.m. From 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. financial management and we Visit www.renaudspiritcenter.com/5K for details are very pleased to earn this and to register. Costumes are encouraged! Cinco de Mayo refreshments s ’ award for the tenth year in a n For kids – Face painting, inflatables, allo O’F a rock wall and a balloon artist row." Free raffles and prizes Ritenour also received the Family Fitness Challenge sign-ups award for its 2002-2011 annual Health screenings, health/fitness budgets.

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Ritenour Announces 2012 Teacher, Employee of the Year The Ritenour School District has selected Lisa Watkins of Ritenour Middle School as the district Diamond Circle Teacher of the Year, and Harlon Williams from Iveland Elementary School as the Diamond Circle Employee of the Year. The district also named nine other teachers as Diamond Circle recipients for their respective schools. Diamond Circle Awards are given to teachers and staff that best exemplify the district’s commitment to quality education and service. Awardees are chosen each year by colleagues at their buildings. Watkins is a reading specialist at Ritenour Middle. Now in her fifth year with the district, Watkins is known as a highly-skilled teacher, committed to helping every student she works with succeed every day. “Lisa is a dedicated, student centered teacher,” said Ritenour Middle Principal Ken Roumpos. “She has an incredible desire to see all of her students be successful. She is committed to student growth academically and socially. Every one of her students knows that Mrs. Watkins cares about them and their success. She is one of the most gifted educators I have ever known.” Williams joined the Ritenour School District in 1997 and serves as lead custodian at Iveland Elementary. Honored for his dependability, enthusiasm and positive attitude, Williams is known as a staff member who is always there when needed. “Harlon always has a bright smile on his face and does his work with enthusiasm,” said Iveland Principal Dr. Sandy Wiley. “He has a positive attitude and a tremendous work ethic. He greets students with a smile every day and always makes sure students and staff have what they need to do their best work. Harlon is a wonderful ambassador for Iveland and an integral part of our school family.” The following teachers are honored as their school’s 2012 Diamond Circle Awardees: • Janice DiLorenzo, School for Early Childood Education • Aaron Winkler, Buder Elementary • Tracy Raphael, Iveland Elementary • Genevieve Erker, Kratz Elementary • Marcy McDowell, Marion Elementary • Shiela Youngblood, Marvin Elementary • Laura Lewis, Wyland Elementary • Wilma Higgins, Hoech Middle • Lisa Watkins, Ritenour Middle* • Ashley Gregory, Ritenour High School

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Pattonville School News: Willow Brook Raised More than $5,100 with Jump Rope for Heart Willow Brook Elementary students and staff raised more than $5,100 for the American Heart Association through its Jump Rope for Heart program. The school far exceeded its goal of raising $2,500, which meant Principal Montize Aaron had to come through on a promise to let students duct tape him to the wall. Throughout their efforts, students also learned about the importance of being physically fit and how that benefits their hearts. The school also earned $400 in certificates to purchase new equipment for students.

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Parkwood Trivia Night to Benefit Memorial Plaque, MADD Parkwood Elementary School is hosting the Steve Brueggen Memorial Trivia Night at 7 p.m., Friday, April 20 at the school, located at 3199 Parkwood Lane in Maryland Heights. Proceeds from the event will benefit Brueggen's Buddies - a fund for a memorial plaque at the school and a fund-raiser for MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving). Brueggen was a physical education teacher at Parkwood who died in a car crash earlier this school year. Tickets are $10 per participant with tables of up to 8 participants. The event is for adults only. Pizza and other concessions will be available for purchase at the event. To purchase tickets, contact Greg Stoltz at 314.213.8015 or gstoltz@psdr3.org.

Four Schools Team Up to Host Charity Soccer Game on April 19

Trivia Night to Benefit Pattonville All-Night Graduation Party

Four area high schools are teaming up to host charity soccer games on April 19 to benefit the Cardinal Kids Cancer Center at Mercy Hospital. Girls’ varsity soccer teams from Pattonville High School, Hazelwood West High School, Parkway Central High School and Parkway South High School are joining forces to host the third annual "Kicks for Cancer" Game, with the hopes of raising $10,000 for the center. The games will be held at Parkway Central High School, 369 N. Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield, on Thursday, April 19. Pattonville will

Pattonville High School will host its Spring Trivia Night on Friday, April 20, to raise funds for the senior class All-Night Graduation Party. The All-Night party provides graduating seniors with a healthy way to celebrate their graduation immediately following the commencement ceremony.The cost for the trivia night is $60 per six-person team or $10 for individuals in need of a team placement. This year, organizers will crown two champion teams - one for adults and one for students. Doors open at 6 p.m., with competition starting at 6:30 p.m. at Pattonville High School, 2497 Creve Coeur Mill Road in Maryland Heights. To sign up, contact Luke Lammers, assistant principal, at 314.213.8051, ext. 8015 or llammers@psdr3.org.

take on Hazelwood West at 5 p.m., with Parkway Central playing Parkway South at 7 p.m. Admission to the event is $2, and T-shirts are available for $10. Players will also sell raffle tickets for a variety of prizes. Team members will be playing the games in honor of loved ones battling cancer. These loved ones will be honored at the game when the players present them flowers at half-time. For more information, contact parent volunteer Karen Derksen at karen.duaned@yahoo.com or Pattonville Coach Tom Iffrig at tiffrig@psdr3.org.

PHS Senior Signs with Lindenwood Christian Johnson, a Pattonville High School senior, signed a letter of intent to play basketball for Lindenwood University-Belleville after she graduates this spring. Johnson played on Pattonville's girls varsity basketball team that was ranked eighth in the St. Louis metro area and entered district championship playoffs with a 21-3 record. The team was named the Suburban North Conference Champions as well. On the academic side, Johnson was recently elected as national student vice president of the Future Educators Association (FEA), an Pattonville High School senior Christian Johnson signs a letter of intent to international, federally recognized student or- play basketball for Lindenwood University-Belleville. ganization that supports individuals interested in education careers. Johnson’s will as vice president until new student officers are elected at the next FEA conference in April 2013. Johnson also serves as the president of the Pattonville FEA chapter and the Missouri State FEA. She is the vice president of her school’s math club, the captain of the varsity volleyball team, and plays trombone in the school band. She plans to pursue a career in teaching high school mathematics.

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April 18, 2012

Statepoint Crossword Theme: Healthy Living

Oldest Pick: “May B”

Courageous beyond belief is the only way to describe “May B.,” the heroine of a book by the same name, written by Caroline Starr Rose, who’s already making a star of herself with this her first book. It’s the 1870s and May B. lives on the prairies of Kansas with her parents and brother. Everyone must sacrifice to scratch out a living, but May B.’s sacrifice is a heartbreakingly, lonely proposition. “We’ll get you home by Christmas,” May B.’s parents say as the date approaches for her to move away, into the sod house of a newly married couple arrived from the city. May B. will cook and clean for the wife. It’s a fate she detests, but one she must fulfill, even more when she arrives at the homestead. From the onset the experience is fraught with trouble, but things go from bad to worse and before long May B. is forced to reach deep to survive a winter on the plains neither she, or her parents back home, can even imagine. Written in verse, “May B.” is a fast read, but a book with staying power that will captivate from the first page. 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! Reprinted with permission, Missourian Publishing Company. Copright 2012. Across 1. Landing road 6. *The ___ cage protects the heart and lungs 9. Slang for heroin 13. Billy Joel's "_____ Man" 14. International Labor Organization 15. Formed by running water 16. Imitating 17. Santa's helper 18. King's domain 19. *Ca or K, e.g. 21. Nightmare character 23. He played Opie on "The Andy Griffith Show" 24. Disdainful, pouting grimace 25. *When exercising, you get ___ 28. Between mini and maxi 30. Metamorphic rock 35. Makes a mistake 37. Bart Simpson's sister 39. Saint in Mexico

40. Miners' passage 41. Swamp plant 43. Yelled to shoo a cat 44. Puzzle in pictures 46. "Smells Like ____ Spirit" by Nirvana 47. *A focal point in workouts 48. Type of coat 50. Dame ____, Australian celeb 52. Christian Chi-___ symbol 53. The upper one is used for ruling 55. Coffee pot 57. Allegiance 60. *E or D, e.g. 64. Former French currency 65. Ring of flowers 67. Singer Cara 68. *Some need more of this than others 69. Be in debt 70. What a jazz singer does 71. Bear lairs 72. Not pre-owned 73. Commotions

Down 1. Junk e-mail 2. Cone-shaped quarters 3. Often asked to "go away, come again another day" 4. Like a special circle 5. Organized persecution of ethnic group 6. Cambodian money 7. *Not well 8. Very successful 9. What victim did in court 10. Armor-____ 11. USSR to USA during WWII 12. *Usually busy after the holidays 15. *Leafy edibles 20. Indigo dye-yielding shrubs 22. Where bugs are snug? 24. Improper act 25. *Ventricular beater 26. Superior's command 27. Cherokee or Hopi, e.g. 29. *Regimented eating

31. *Where green tea tradition comes from 32. Bring upon oneself 33. Cache of money, e.g. 34. Official language of Lesotho 36. Nonlethal gun 38. Wine and cheese descriptor 42. Tedium 45. Carry, as in heavy bag 49. Ladies' Easter accessory 51. 2012 Oscar-winner "The ______" 54. Stocking fiber 56. Those in organized crime relating to narcotics

57. *Your doctor usually keeps one on you 58. Like never-losing Steven 59. Greek god of war 60. "The ____" talk and entertainment show 61. Known for notebooks 62. Keen on 63. Loch ____ 64. Psychedelic drug 66. Female sheep See Answers on page 13

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“The Three Stooges”

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Though they have a reputation for over-the-top humor, Peter and Bobby Farrelly typically take a thoughtful approach to their subjects. That is especially true in “The Three Stooges,” a comedy that pays homage to three men whose legacy continues to win over new generations of admirers. In this story, the Stooges are abandoned by their unknown parents and deposited on the steps of an orphanage. Although the boys appear angelic at first to the nuns who operate the facility, it becomes clear that their new charges have a real knack for destruction. Decades pass as the boys wait for loving parents to adopt them. When they are in their thirties, the orphanage faces a large financial deficit and will have to shut down at the end of the month. A determined Moe (Chris Diamantopoulous) and his two friends head off to the big city in order to raise the necessary funds. Surprisingly fresh and funny, “The Three Stooges” actually is a warm and loving tribute to the men who made millions laugh by acting like bickering children. With his signature soup bowl haircut, Chris Diamantopoulous channels his inner Moe Howard to become the new leader of this band of destructive misfits. Finding a good Moe was essential for Peter and Bobby Farrelly. As he was on

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Sports You See... With Gary B. Fun-Live-Learn 10K*5K*Fun Run St. Charles Community College has changed the name of its yearly run and it still promises to be a great time on April 28. Recently Peggy, a committee member, described the activities for the day on 590 The Fan KFNS Sports Zone STL. She talked about the new Dry-Tec shirts and chip timing for the serious runners and other tidbits on the jammed packed fun day. The program also has a Health and Wellness Expo at the college that day. For more details go to www.StChas.Edu/Run.com ~~~Serious and not so serious runners wanted 31 Days Until Rascals Baseball Play Ball May 18 The River City Rascals Professional baseball team is putting together the final touches before opening day. Recently, Manager and Director of Operations Steve Brook (picture from the Rascals) talked about the 2012 season on 590 The Fan KFNS Sports Zone STL. Caleb Curry “We are excited with our off-season activities and look forward to Steve Brook putting a quality team on the field,” Brook said. Also on the show was player/coach Charlie Lisk. “I am coming to the team as the ‘old guy’ with the experience,” he said. “As a player, I still have that home run

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swing and hope to be a show the Rascals’ fans my on-the-field talents.” Former Rascal player Caleb Curry (picture from the Rascals) has joined the club as the bench coach. “Steve gave me a call and offered me the job and it was a no-brainer,” Curry said. “I am excited to help the guys stayed focus to get a ring like I got in 2010 with the Rascals.” For more information go to www.RiverCityRascals.com ~~~The boys are getting ready Several Sports at Lindenwood Looking for National Titles Men and Women’s Sports at the Top It is national championship week for Student Life Sports with the cheerleading, men's and women's table tennis, roller hockey, and Olympic weightlifting programs all looking for national titles at their respective national events. The baseball team will travel to Central Missouri State to take on one of the best NCAA Division II baseball programs, while the softball team continues its run through MIAA schools. The women's lacrosse team will also be looking to take control of the WILA conference race. ~~~On a mission Timberland High Student Excels in Statewide Program Balances Books and Sports Timberland High School senior Sean Fields has been selected for the 2012 Missouri Scholars 100, a statewide program that honors 100 of Missouri’s top academic students in the graduating class of 2012. Timberland senior Jacob Rice and Holt senior Hannah Lucas received Honorable Mention. Fields has a 4.2 GPA and scored a 34 on the ACT. While at Timberland he has been active in National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America, the math team, soccer, and cross-country. He plans on attending Maryville University and majoring in Actuarial Sciences. ~~~Putting it all together

“Over the Fence”

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Jagunda Bait My alien friend sat on my motorcycle in the garage. He visits every so often and I could never figure out how he gets in. The first time, I found him in my closet wearing my turtle neck shirt. Another time, he was in the bath tub. He wanted to know what it was for. After I told him, he shook his rubbery head and said, “We don’t take baths in a tub. We just walk through a sanitizer on the ship.” “Well bully for you,” I growled. I asked him why he was on my motorcycle. He said, “I was just wondering why Earthlings ride these things when they have automobiles that are much more comfortable.” “Good question,” I said. After I remained mute for a time, he said, “Well what’s the answer?”

I said, “Because it’s fun.” He said, “Is that some Earthling word for wasting time and being frivolous?” I growled, “I’ll answer that if you can tell me how you get in and out of my house when it’s locked up.” “You wouldn’t understand,” he said. “Same here, weirdo. Is this why you’re in my garage? You wondered why humans ride motorcycles?” “No.” He got off and stared at the motorcycle for a minute. Then he said, “I want to help your country. I want you to tell your president that I want to run the country for a week.” I stood with my mouth hanging open as if he’d asked me to climb a cactus. I said, “What makes you think the president will let me ask him anything? I can’t just get in to see him whenever I want.” “How silly you Earthlings are. I can get in to see him anytime.” “Then why don’t you?” “Because every time I do, he starts screaming and calls the guards. If you’re there with me, he might listen. You look like an Earthling and I don’t.” I said, “Yeah, I noticed. You look like a frog with a cantaloupe for a head. It’d scare anybody.” He frowned, which looked sorta funny. He said, “I didn’t seem to scare you.” “Are you kidding? I almost fainted

when I found you in my closet wearing my shirt. Why do you want to run our country for a week? You gonna fix things with your alien technology? Gonna do Martian mind melds on our legislators like Mr. Spock on Star Trek?” “Who’s Mr. Spock? I’m only going to remove your Congress to my planet and clone them. Then I’m going to use them for Jagunda bait.” “What’s a Jagunda?” “They look like one of your alligators with camel legs but they’re bigger than your whales. They’re good to eat but the full grown ones have to be caught or they might start eating each other.” “Sounds like one of my blind dates,” I said. “Why do you need the president’s permission?” I want him to keep his mouth shut when he discovers I replaced your congressmen with honest clones.” “Clones, eh. How will he know the difference?” “Use your brain, Earthling. They’ll be honest clones that can fix all your problems very quickly. They’ll start by voting to be on the same retirement and health care as worker Earthlings but your president might get suspicious and want to know what happened to the real congressmen…or is it congresspersons? I can’t keep up with your stupid language.” “Trust me; he’ll be too thrilled to worry about your Jagunda bait. Let’s go. Riding in a flying saucer looks like fun.”

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I have a grandmother…who needs guilty email?

Have you ever wondered who actually writes the stuff you receive via email? You know the stuff to which I’m referring, right? The things that magically appear when you check your messages. You’re hoping from a little love note from your hubby, maybe one of those ridiculous animated greeting cards from your mother, or at least a good joke from a co-worker. The joy you feel when you see the words, “receiving mail,” soon turns to dismay when you realize the mail you’ve received is comparable to opening the mailbox and finding a Publisher’s Clearing House envelope, or, worse yet, a chain letter. These are the messages that inevitably begin with [Fwd: fwd: fw: friends] (fwd:) and then meander on about life’s little lessons, believing in angels, or not turning your back on the old guy who hasn’t had a bath or a new coat in seven years. Callous? Insensitive? I suppose you could look at it that way, but please hear me out. The messages themselves are often sweet, poignant stories—little ditties this columnist has contemplated plagiarizing and using for her own benefit at times, (just kidding). What gets me is the ending, which often reads something like this: “You can forward this on to 1,500 people in the next 36 hours and something wonderful will happen to you. Go ahead, make a wish right this very minute. Got it? Good! Now scroll down while staring at the angel made of the *** symbol (the little star looking thing right above the number 8 on your computer), and repeat the wish 52 times. At the bottom yet? Wonderful! Remember the story you’ve just read, and allow it to touch your heart, along with the hearts of your 1,500 closest friends. If you forward this beautiful, time consuming story within the next 36 hours, your wish will come true. Or you can delete it from your computer, your heart and your soul, and pretend it didn’t touch you at all. In that case, evil will descend upon you, your loved ones and your 1,500 closest friends. Do the right thing.” Puh-lease! I’m not Jewish, nor did I attend Catholic grade school (the kind with nuns),

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but trust me, my grandmother could lay on the guilt with the best of them, bar none. Having endured and survived many a guilt-laden lecture, the last thing I need or want is to be ravaged with guilt that comes in the form of a computer message. So, back to the original question. Who are these computer geeks? Is it my grandmother who swore she’d never touch a computer but found out how easy it was to convey guilt via email? Who has the time and inclination to write this kind of stuff? But wait. Maybe that’s not the right question. Maybe the right question is this: why do people actually forward this stuff on? Is their faith so weak they must cling to poorly typed messages in order to believe something good will happen? Or do they just adore annoying friends, relatives and colleagues who seemingly have nothing better to do than pour through mindless messages 20 times a day? I cannot answer that, because I refuse to take part in the guilty grandmother conspiracy. I’ll admit I was tempted to forward the messages that promised me a year’s supply of M&Ms, or thousands of dollars from Bill Gates just to test the email system, but a little voice inside my head defied the message and the guilt. I reached for the DELETE key and tapped it. It was easy, nothing to it, really. I was afraid a plague of locusts might descend upon my household, or that my husband would lose his job, or (gasp!) lightning would strike me dead in my squeaky computer chair. Amazingly enough, nothing bad has ever come from pushing the DELETE key on my computer. Unless you count that awful pinching sensation in my neck, the extreme mouth my 16 year-old daughter seems to have developed and the fact that my favorite football team really stunk it up on the field in 2011. Hmmm… maybe I should rethink the whole “pass it on” thing.

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Church May 5: Girls Night Out Live 7 p.m. Cross Keys Baptist Church, 14255 New Halls Ferry Rd. Florissant, is hosting the Girls Night Out Live program. It will be a night of fun, faith and fellowship for women in our community. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at the church in advance or at the door. For more information call 831-0643 or visit our website at crosskeysbaptistchurch.org. May 5 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. 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. Info 314.868.5722. Saturdays: ESL Classes 10 – 11:30 a.m. at Immanuel Lu-

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Apr. 28: Taste of North County 12-3 p.m. Hazelwood PTA Council is hosting Taste of North County, a food festival. Participants will be able to taste a variety of samples from approximately 70 restaurants throughout North County. There will be live entertainment during the event from our talented student groups in the Hazelwood School District. All proceeds go to the Hazelwood PTA Scholarship Foundation to support scholarship funds for our graduating seniors. Attendance prizes will be givin away during the event. At Hazelwood Central High, 15875 New Halls Ferry Rd., Florissant,63031. $10 per adult and $5 per child (13 and younger.)

Apr. 20-29: Carnival at St. Louis Mills St. Louis Mills invites families and trill-seekers of all ages to Luehr’s Carnival. Plenty of fun will be offered for the entire family, from trill rides to kiddie rides, games and lots of great food. Mon.-Thurs.: 5-9 p.m.; Fri. 4-10 p.m.; Sat.: noon6-10 p.m.; Sun.: 1-6 p.m. *times are subject to change depending on weather. In the St. Louis Mills Parking Lot near Entry 2, 5555 St. Louis Mills Blvd., Hazelwood, MO. Ride tickets: $1.50 each (16 for $20) Admission is FREE! More info www.luehrs.com. Apr. 21 & May 19: Twice As Nice Flea Market 8 a.m. -3 p.m. Clean out the closet, basement, bring in the antiques or sell your handmade crafts. Admission is free. There will be conces-

May 5: The Grape Escape 3-9 p.m. Bardenheier Wine Cellars Annual Spring Fund Raiser Benefiting St Vincent DePaul Society and the Wildlife Rehabilitation

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Clinic. At the St. Stephens Hall & Picnic Grounds Richwoods MO. Free Admission (some rides and booths may charge) There will be various wineries for free wine tastings, live band, childrens activities, various booths, raffles, BBQ, bakeoffs, and horseshoe tournaments. More info call 573-678-2442 or www.wild-life-rehab.com for map and directions May 11: Spoken-word Ballet Touhill Performing Arts Center. Explores the impact of Alzheimer’s disease on three generations of one woman’s family. Info: Sara Krenski at 314.801.0416 or sara.krenski@ alzstl.org. May 12: S.W.A.T. Mouse Races 7 p.m. at Wild Acres Hall, 2500 Ashby Road in Overland. $15 per ticket. 21 and older. Proceeds benefit S.W.A.T. Girls’ Softball Team. Info: Amy Duncan at 314.324.9947. May 19: Live Well Ferguson 5k Twilight Run/Walk Fees are $20 thru mid-April – $5 discount for ages 19 and under. Contact Marius Johnson 314.882.6550 or mjohnson@beyondhousing.org. May 19: Florissant Document Shredding Day 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. At St. Ferdinand Park in the back parking lot by the lake. CINTAS, a Document Management Company, will provide the shred trucks. There will be a 5-box or 5-bag limit per car. Types of boxes include copy paper boxes, banker boxes or shoe boxes. Types of bags include shopping bags and trash bags. You must have a Florissant Resident Card to participate. Thanks to the “Bridge at Florissant”, the new senior living community in Florissant, for sponsoring the event and Meridian Waste Services for the donation of a recycle dumpster for the event. Call the City of Florissant Senior Office 314-839-7604 for more info.

May 26: Knights of Columbus BBQ and Car Show 10 a.m. at K of C grounds, 50 rue St. Francois in Florissant. Rain or shine. $20 entry fee. Lots of classes for stock and modifieds. Info: Jerry Herbert at 314.837.5526. June 23: Fiesta in Florissant A Latin festival in Florissant, Missouri that celebrates Latin culture! Free admission! Local and some national Latin bands, dance groups and entertainers. Children’s pavilion with pony rides, face painting, pinata, and magician. Various Latin foods available with margaritas, cervezas(Latin beers) along with crafts. Come out and enjoy all the fun and learn about Latin culture! Sept. 22: 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. Sept. 28-30: The Ferguson High School Class of 1957 They are planning a 55th reunion for Sept. 28, 29 & 30, 2012. Please contact Lynette (Dolce) Sona at 314-838-1751 or sewlyn39@juno. com or Susan Krueger at 314-5220475 or susiekrueger@yahoo.com for more information. The committee is looking for the following classmates: Bill Joe Atkisson, Nancy Ann Blackburn, Margaret Ann Brewer, Walter J. Britton, Betty Jean Butler, Jack Clarke, Evelyn Constantine, Alice Dueing, Ruth Ellis, James Graham, Wilbur Hampton, Louis Meyer, Jr., Loretta Miller, Edward Muckerman, Gail Phillips, Janet Phillips, Joe Polivick, Jr., Nancy Proctor, Nancy Ray, Dolores Richardson, Janie Richardson, Kathleen Roth, Judith Schaefer, Charlene Schmidt, Roberta Steel, Carolyn Tate, Mary Ann Waldschmidt, Ron Warzeniak, Camille White. Oct. 27: Hermann London Halloween 5k Run/Walk 10 a.m. Race-Day Check-In: 9 a.m.

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at the Marietta parking lot, 7359 Marietta Ave, Maplewood, MO 63143 Awards Ceremony: 11:30 a.m. Marietta Parking Lot Proceeds Go To: The Women’s Safe House and The Woman’s Place Race Information: Starting and Ending Points at Marietta Parking Lot, 7359 Marietta Ave, Maplewood, MO 63143 Awards: Best Overall Costume, Best Group Costume, Best Pet Costume, Highest Fundraiser, Fastest Times Timing: Timing and Race Management will be provided by Big River Running For more details please visit http:// www.hermannlondon.com/5k 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. Health May 5: Spring into Wellness Senior Health Fair 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. At Immanuel Lutheran Chapel, 11100 Old Halls Ferry Rd. Free Admission, Refreshments, Live Entertainment - For seniors 55 and older. It features free screenings for blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol levels, bone density, dementia and Alzheimer’s, arthritis, dental and hearing. Health representatives will be present to speak on a range of issues such as elder care, nutrition, proper exercise, Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, etc. Seniors will line dance and enjoy music played from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. Come join us in the recognition of “Older Americans Month”. To attend the Health Fair, please pre-register by calling Immanuel senior adult coordinators, Lillie Mixon at 314-355-6114 or Vernida Summers at 314-520-5129.

May 17 & June 5: Blood Drive Christian Hospital and Northwest HeathCare are teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive. March 15 & June 5 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the Detrick Building Atrium. May 17 from 12 - 4 p.m. at Northwest HeathCare. For more info or an appointment call 1.866.236.3276. 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. Discover 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.

Home Health. Exercise your memory and win prizes! Complimentary Breakfast 9 a.m. Apr. 27: Project Hands 2 p.m. Volunteers needed to knit, crochet, and quilt for various children’s organizations the last Friday of every month. Every Monday* and Friday: FIT TO GO Exercise - FREE classes 1 p.m. Classes are led by a personal trainer with the use of weights and resistance bands that will be provided! Be prepared to GET FIT! *There will not be class on Apr. 6 and Apr. 23 Make up days will be Wed., Apr. 4, 18 & 25. Christian Hospital

WELL (9355) to register. SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings Apr. 26: Tours of Maternity Suites Sat., Apr. 14– 10 a.m.; Thurs., Apr. 26 – 6:30 p.m. SSM DePaul Health Center. This is a 1-hour tour held every 4th Thursday of every month and every 2nd Saturday of the month (except on holidays). Please register no later than the Tuesday before the 4th Thursday of the month, or no later than the Thursday before the 2nd Saturday of the month. Registration is required at 314-776-3627.

April 18: Balance Screening 9 – 10 a.m. at Jamestown Mall Food Court. A broken hip is a common injury, especially in elderly individuals. Join us this morning and participate in a balance screening. Call 314.747. Answers from page 8

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Ongoing 8-week sessions: Smoking Cessation Classes SSM DePaul Health Center SSM DePaul, partnering with St. Louis County’s tobacco-free initiative called “Let’s Face It,” is offering free smoking cessation classes to the public. The 8-week course assists participants in determining their readiness to quit smoking and provide the tools necessary to increase their success rate in becoming smoke free. Space is limited for these on-going classes. Call 1-866-SSM-DOCS to register or for more information.

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April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month Keep pets safe from storms, fleas and ticks and warmer weather April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month - a perfect time to brush up on pet safety tips - and the Humane Society of Missouri is urging pet owners to take extra care of pets during turbulent spring weather conditions. Disaster Preparedness – Remember Your Pet

• Make sure your pet is a part of your plans to seek shelter. • Assemble an emergency supply kit for your pet, including: - Leashes and/or harnesses - Food and drinking water - Medications and copies of medical records - Current photos • Create a list of places and people that might take in pets during emergency situations. Other Tips to Keep Your Pet Healthy • Maintain year-round treatment of fleas and ticks and check your pet often for infestation – pay special attention to the insides of ears and face. An early spring, mixed with a mild winter, is the perfect breeding ground for ticks and fleas. • Make sure your pet gets plenty of exercise. • Take your pet to the vet for yearly check-ups and keep vaccinations up-todate. • Get your pet spayed or neutered. • Keep dogs on leashes outside. • Know how to perform CPR and provide basic first aid. Keep Pets Safe During Warm Weather • Never leave a pet unattended in a parked car when the temperature is more than 70 degrees. When it’s 72 degrees outside, a car’s temperature can rocket to 116 degrees, even with the windows cracked. When it is 85 degrees outside, the temperature inside a car can soar to 120 degrees in minutes. Leaving a pet in a hot, unattended car is inhumane, illegal and can cause sewww.bridgeatflorissant.com vere injury or even death within minutes.

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Stop by our St. Charles, Hazelwood or Wentzville branch on Saturday, April 28, 2012 from 9 am – Noon with your unwanted documents. Shred-It trucks will be accessible and ready to handle all your shredding needs. What to shred? • Old receipts • Statements • Credit card offers • Other personal information For more information call a 1st Financial representative at (636) 916-8300