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May 15, 2019

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Submitted photos The first phase of the seven-mile Maline Greenway in North St. Louis County has been completed, creating a more efficient connection between both sides of Belle Fontaine County Park

The first phase of the seven-mile Maline Greenway in North St. Louis County has been completed, creating a more efficient connection between both sides of Belle Fontaine County Park

By Charlotte Beard After just a little over a year since construction began, Great Rivers Greenway has announced completion of the first phase of the seven-mile Maline Greenway in North St. Louis County. Residents and surrounding communities can now enjoy the 1.6 miles that has created a more efficient connection between both sides of Belle Fontaine County Park. The fully completed seven-mile Maline Greenway will be an east-west link that will connect the Mississippi and St. Vincent Greenways. This newest completion, which remained within budget as previously predicted at $2.6 million, makes it easier for people to connect to Metro Transit on Lewis and Clark Blvd.

“We’re encouraging people to get out, take a walk and enjoy the new greenway,” stated Anne Milford, Communications Coordina-

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Highway 367/Lewis & Clark Boulevard, three deteriorating bridges were replaced as promised, and new and refurbished ADA accessible walking and biking paths were added.

Visitors to this completion of the greenway can also expect to see fulfillment of the other improvements announced last year. The new rain garden and streambank restoration along Maline Creek has been implemented. The rain garden is a method of storm water management that slows the water and filters it at the same time to help reduce erosion. Construction was coordinated with Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District (MSD) to coincide with planned improvements to the waste and storm water infrastructure in the area.

It has also been stated that improvements made to the MSD sewer system will prevent any sewage from entering the creek in this area.

Another previously announced improvement was the new seating areas for people to relax and enjoy along new landscaping which includes more than 300 trees and shrubs.

“Neighborhood residents and park visitors can enjoy the walking and biking paths, playgrounds, ball fields, and other park amenities without having to navigate across four lanes of a busy highway when they are out walking, riding a bike, or pushing a stroller,” stated Susan Trautman, CEO of Great River Greenway.

To commemorate completion of the first phase of the Maline Greenway project, Great Rivers Greenway and St. Louis County Parks joined with the community to celebrate with a ribbon cutting on May 9 in the park. The event was held in conjunction with St. Louis County’s Food Truck Fest.

Attendees of the free event were entertained by music from the Steve Ewing Duo. The participating food trucks included: Beer Outside, Sarah’s Cake Stop, Steam Roller, St. Louisiano and

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Trautman gave introductory remarks followed by words from Tom Ott, Assistant Director of the St. Louis County Parks Department; and Jim Hall, President for Great Rivers Greenway.

“We’re really excited to deliver this great asset to the people who live in that part of St. Louis County,” stated Milford. “It’s a beautiful park and now it’s more accessible for everyone.”

Planning is underway for the next phase of the Maline Greenway, a 1.5-mile connection from the Ted Jones Trail northern trailhead to West Florissant Avenue. Great Rivers Greenway is working with the city of Ferguson and has applied for a federal grant from East-West Gateway to help fund the project.

This next phase will pass through Forestwood Park and Lang Royce Park and connect neighborhoods and residential areas to various destinations not limited to transit services and educational institutions. Also, Maline Creek will continue to be a benefactor as the full greenway reaches completion.

For more information visit https://greatriversgreenway.org/maline-greenway-master-plan.

COMMUNITY VOICES Stay focused on your health in the coming summer months

By Rick L. Stevens It’s hard to believe that 2019 is about half over, so don’t let the summer months ahead go by without taking advantage of free health screenings and education opportunities in the community to become informed and take charge of your health.

Getting screened at a community wellness event is an easy first step toward knowing your basic health status and early detection for conditions that require follow up like high blood pressure, glucose or cholesterol, as well a variety of cancers. With that in mind, here are some opportunities I would like to share with you.

Washington University physicians will discuss the latest advances in head and neck cancer causes, prevention, screening and treatment at the Siteman Signature Event on June 20 from 6 - 8 p.m. at Christian Hospital in the Detrick Building Atrium. Dinner will be served and there will be an opportunity to participate in a Q&A session with the physicians. More information and registration can be found at siteman.wuslt.edu/events or call 800-6003606.

Another event focusing on cancer awareness and prevention is the Free Community Health Education Day featuring Washington University physicians discussing eight important ways to prevent cancer,

with a focus on cancers of the breast, colon and prostate. This event is June 29 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Christian Hospital in the Detrick Building Atrium. Space is limited and reservations can be at 314-747-1109 or wilsonmarilyn@wustl.edu, or find this program on Eventbrite.com.

Pathway to Health is celebrating one year of serving the community with Health Fair 2019 at the Ferguson Empowerment Center at 9420 W. Florissant Ave., on July 20 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free screenings include blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose. There will be multiple educational booths, a kids’ fun area and free healthy snacks. The Siteman mammography van will also be there offering mammography by appointment only by calling 314-747-7222.

Pathway to Health is the partnership between Christian Hospital and The Salvation Army to bring better health to north St. Louis County, under a $1 million grant from the Missouri Foundation for Health.

This initiative addresses the lack of access to affordable care, the need for increased health knowledge, and chronic condition management for African Americans and others, while also working to eliminate socio-economic barriers.

Perhaps one of the most popular pro-

grams in our community – the Just Lose It Weight Loss Challenge – will start up again on Aug. 17 at the fall session kickoff, with an anticipated 400 area residents joining the friendly competition to get healthy and eat right with lifestyle changes, along with winning some great incentive prizes. The 12-week program costs $20 and space is limited, as this one fills up fast. Registration opens June 3 by calling 314-747-9355.

In closing, I also think it’s a good idea around the Fourth of July to leave the fireworks to the experts to eliminate any trips to the emergency room and to ensure everyone keeps all their fingers and avoids eye injuries and burns. There are numerous public fireworks displays throughout the region that are truly spectacular – and a lot safer!

Until next time, enjoy your summer – and stay healthy!

Rick L. Stevens is President of Christian Hospital.

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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A plaque dedication for Vietnam War Era MIA/POW to be held in Florissant The city of Florissant along with Old Town Partners will host a dedication to unveil a plaque in honor of Vietnam War MIA/POW and Green Beret U.S. Army Patriot Sgt. 1st Class Charles F. Prevedel. This will be the 39th Walk through History plaque in honor of someone who has made a valuable contribution to the city of Florissant or someone with Florissant roots who has had an impact on our nation.

The ceremony will be held on May 29 at 7:45 p.m. in front of 490 rue St. Francois. The plaque dedication will take place during the first Wednesday Night Out festivities “Proud To Be An American” which is being sponsored by the VFW Post 4105 and Goldkamp Heating & Cooling located at 410 rue St. Francois and will start at 6 p.m.

The plaque reads: “SGT. 1st CLASS CHARLES F. PREVEDEL Vietnam Era MIA/POW Green Beret 18 November 1943-17 April 1969” U.S. Army Patriot Sgt. 1st Class Charles F. Prevedel’s name is on the Vietnam Obelisk lo-

cated at Koch Park in Florissant. He was awarded the Bronze Star in 1969. Joint U.S.- Vietnamese teams excavated ambush site 1990-1993, recovered remains, Prevedel’ s remains were DNA identified in 2003, repatriated in 2007 and buried with full military honors at Arlington May 10, 2011. The Charles F. Prevedel Federal Building honors him at 9700 Page Avenue in Overland.

Prevedel’ s death and the ordeal of uncertainty regarding his remains was suffered by his family and friends for 42 years before his remains were put to rest at Arlington National Cemetery. The Vietnam Veterans Motto “Never Forget” is a vigilance that has motivated the United States to make repatriation a priority for normalization of relations which has been embraced by a modern Vietnam to permit closure for the two nations. Vietnam is now part of the international community and recently hosted a brief meeting to attempt to diffuse tension between the United States and North Korea.

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Hydrate to health Our bodies are almost 60 percent water. So, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that we need water every day for optimum physical and mental health. But as we age, our bodies lose a significant amount of moisture, which can place us at risk for a host of health issues.

With hotter days fast approaching, it may be necessary

to reassess our daily hydration habits. Take this moment to consider how getting enough water—or too little—can impact your health, and what you can do about it.

Water wealth for health: With enough water, we can function at their best. Proper hydration empowers our bodies to regulate our temperature, heart rate and

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blood pressure. Water also plays a big role in the transportation of vital nutrients and oxygen to all of our cells. All these things are the foundation for a healthy metabolism, strong cardiovascular system and longer life.

But without enough water, our bodies have to work much harder to keep us going. According to studies, just feeling thirsty can signal that you’re dehydrated enough to experience reduced mental performance. And just 4 percent dehydration can bring with it lethargy, sluggishness, concentration problems and even fall risks.

Severe dehydration over time can invite all kinds of problems, such as kidney and urinary tract infections, constipation, and kidney stones. Remember that if you are thirsty, you are already experiencing mild dehydration.

Tips for getting enough: For many, staying hydrated isn’t as easy as taking a drink of water.

People are often distracted by various life demands, and before they realize it, they are feeling the effects of dehydration. But better hydration is possible for all.

For years, we often heard the “8 x 8 rule,” or that we need eight 8-ounce glasses of water per day for good health. But science doesn’t support that rule, since about 20 percent of our water comes from other sources, such as food. An orange is 90 percent water! So, it is believed that drinking five to eight glasses per day is sufficient for most.

Tips for staying hydrated: • Drink two glasses in the morning, two at lunch, one at dinner • Eat water-rich foods, such as oranges, cucumbers, and celery • Try a calorie-free water flavor enhancer • Limit your caffeine and alcohol intake Since everybody has different needs based on age and living conditions, it’s important to speak with your physician to determine how much water would be ideal for you. Hydration is vital to our lives. But water flows all around us, so a healthier life may be just sips away.

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Creve Coeur Hosts 15th Annual Heart to Heart 5K/10K Run on June 1

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The city of Creve Coeur will host the 15th Annual Heart to Heart 5K/10K Run on June 1, at a new location – Millennium Park.

As participants run the 5K or 10K route through Millennium Park and Creve Coeur neighborhoods, other race festivities will begin, including: • St. Louis Blues “Blue Crew” cheering runners on at the start/ finish line in Millennium Park.

• Family-friendly entertainment at the start/finish line, including a musical DJ, inflatable obstacle course and bungee run, and a splash pad for the kids.

• Free smoothies to the first 200 race finishers, courtesy of race sponsor Smoothie King of Creve Coeur.

• Free beer to attendees (21 and up) at the beer tent.

Proceeds will benefit the American Heart Association, as well as fund free, family-focused events presented by the Creve Coeur Recreation Department.

Registration includes timing by Big River Running Company, t-shirt, participation medal and post-race snacks. Awards will be provided to the top three male and female overall and age divisions.

The race begins at 8 a.m. in Millennium Park, 2 Barnes West Drive. Participants can register online at www.crevecoeurmo.gov/hearttoheart or call the Recreation Department at 314-432-3960 for more information.

Northwest Views: May is ALS awareness month

By Maureen Barber Hill Summer is always a busy time for us at the ALS Association St. Louis Regional Chapter. We’re preparing for our upcoming events, like our Walks to Defeat ALS® in June; we’re joining advocates in Washington D.C. for the National ALS Advocacy Conference; and we’re continuing to provide services to people with ALS throughout our region.

But before we dive into summer, we want to take a minute to recognize that May is ALS Awareness Month.

ALS Awareness Month gives everyone an opportunity to learn more about a disease that affects as many as 30,000 people across the nation annually and can be devastating to people receiving an ALS diagnosis as well as their families. Many people don’t fully understand the impact an ALS diagnosis has on a family, so May is a time we devote to getting people talking about what ALS is and what’s necessary to end it once and for all. Here are a few ways you can raise awareness in your community: 1. Advocate for people with ALS by contacting your legislator and asking for their support helping people with ALS live their life to the fullest.

2. Post some facts about ALS on your social media accounts so they can learn more. You can also share posts from our Facebook and Twitter page.

3. Get involved with our Chapter by registering to attend one of our upcoming events or becoming a volunteer.

4. Tell a friend. Tell a neighbor. Tell a co-worker.

Start a conversation about ALS and help people understand the impact of an ALS diagnosis.

Share your story.

5. Support research and access to high-quality care by donating to the fight – either with a one-time donation or recurring gift, or by including our Chapter in your planned giving decisions.

Another new way to get involved this year is through Youth Action Day. On May 19, we challenge kids, teenagers, and young adults to take action and join others across the country to raise awareness about this disease. Whether it’s through hosting a lemonade stand, writing letters, playing sports, or another way that’s unique to them, we encourage anyone interested to get involved.

As we enter the summer, we hope that you’ll keep people with ALS in mind, learn something new about the impact of this disease, and join us in helping to get one step closer to a cure.

Maureen Barber Hill has been the President and CEO of the ALS Association St. Louis Regional Chapter for nearly 9 years, dedicated to improving the quality of life for those affected by ALS, educating the community and supporting research.

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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Normandy partners with TSA for security enhancement assessment Normandy Schools Collaborative recently completed a Baseline Assessment for Security Enhancement as part of a rigorous review of district’s current and future security operations.

The Transportation Security Administration conducted the assessment of several departments including transportation, information technology and safety and security. The district will continue to work with TSA on the district’s safety and security initiatives. Presenting the certification to Steve Harmon, Normandy safety and security coordinator (left), is Morris Harris Jr., TSA Surface Transportation Inspection.

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NBA’s Ben McLemore honors brother’s memory with Normandy scholarship NBA guard and former Wellston resident Ben McLemore returned to St. Louis last week to pay homage to his brother Kevin, who passed away last year.

McLemore, who is a guard with the Sacramento Kings, presented the inaugural Kevin McLemore Leadership Award to Mohammed Ahmad-Gol, a graduating senior at Normandy High School.

Kevin McLemore, a standout basketball player at Normandy High School, graduated in 2013.

Ahmad-Gol was one of several students recognized at the annual Friends of Normandy School District Scholarship Gala April 26 at Norwood Hills Country Club. Students, parents, teachers, and support staff were recognized at the event which raises funds for scholarships for graduating Normandy seniors.

This year’s theme for the gala was “Let the Good Times Roll,” and like Normandy Superintendent of Schools Dr. Charles Pearson remarked in his opening comments, Normandy is on a roll.

“Students are graduating with both a high school diploma and with an associate degree.

From the opening of the New Early Learning Center to the implementation of the EleMiddle model to the alignment of our course offerings at the high school with regional needs, we are on a roll!” Pearson said. “Teachers are being connected to local universities to support their ongoing professional development through graduate work in literacy and STEM education. We are rolling!”

In addition to the honors and recognitions, patrons had an opportunity to purchase artwork from the Jefferson Art Academy. Student work featuring historic African-American women were available for sale with proceeds going to the Jefferson Elementary student artists. Fashion design students served as hostesses, wearing their

Photo courtesy Normandy Schools Collaborative NBA player Ben McLemore presents the Kevin McLemore Leadership Award to Mohammed Ahmad-Gol, graduating senior at Normandy High School. The award was presented at the recent Friends of Normandy School District Annual Scholarship Gala at Norwood Hills Country Club.

award-winning designs. Musical entertainment was provided by Normandy High School sophomore Margaret Mischeaux and the high school’s Jazz Band Combo.

Parent of the Year was presented to Alfreda Jones, grandmother of a student at Barack Obama Elementary. Zuncherrie Doyle, secretary at Jefferson Elementary, received the Support Staff of the Year honor. Teacher of the Year was presented to veteran educator Deidre Sealey, Normandy Kindergarten Center.

Normandy Scholars of Excellence Awards were presented to: Ahmad-Gol,Gabrielle Brown, Alex Cannaday, AunNesty Davis, Javion Dye, Tyrha Gales, Olivia Hughes, Akiya Kollore, Aniya Kollore, Ariel Piphus, and Brandon Rash.

To support the Friends of Normandy or volunteer with FON, please contact Carol McCauley at 314-853-3349 or friends@normandysc.org.

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Ribbon cut on only pediatric health care specialty center in North County On April 25, joined by local and state dignitaries, SSM Health leadership and local children - SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital cut the ribbon on the first and only pediatric healthcare specialty services center in the North County area. The site also is home to an office of SSM Health Medical Group Pediatrics.

This is a significant expansion of SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Pediatric Specialty Services in the St. Louis region. The opening of this center in Ferguson means that families in North County will be able to receive expanded exceptional care from SSM Health and SLUCare providers close to home without leaving their community. At this time, more than 10 pediatric specialties will be offered at the site, including endocrinology, ENT (otolaryngology), gastroenterology, imaging, neurology, orthopedics, pulmonology, renal/hypertension, sleep, sports medicine and urology.

“With our clinical partners at SLUCare Physician Group, we are truly honored to expand our healing power of presence for children and families in the North County area,” said Steven Burghart, president of SSM Health Cardinal Glennon.

“This development signifies our commitment to provide high-quality, safe, exceptional care from our nationally ranked hospital team to children and families throughout our region.”

This site becomes the sixth pediatric specialty services center offered by SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital throughout the St. Louis region, including in Illinois.

Sansone Group owns the 15,000 square-foot facility on 2.3 acres located at 3878 Pershall Road in Ferguson near the Washington-Elizabeth Avenue exit off of In-

Submitted photo On April 25, joined by local and state dignitaries, SSM Health leadership and local children - SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital cut the ribbon on the first and only pediatric healthcare specialty services center in the North County area.

terstate 270.

To schedule an appointment at this location, please call 314-268-4010. For more information on pediatric specialty services, visit cardinalglennon.com.

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First of all, congratulations on buying a fur.

Not only have you chosen the most beautiful and stylish way to keep warm, you also selected the most sustainable and environmentally friendly product available. That’s right, properly cared for, fur will last decades. Synthetic garments (including nylon “puffer” jackets and faux fur), can look good for a few seasons and then they’re ready for the landfill. Derived from petroleum, they do not break down - ever. In a world literally choking on plastic, synthetics are a poor choice if you care about the environment.

So what is proper care for a fur?

1. Protect it from excessive heat and humidity.

2. Shield it from voracious insects.

3. Clean and condition your fur regularly.

One and two are easily managed by entrusting your fur to a fur service professional such as The Fur and Leather Centre. Our state of the art fur vault manages temperature and humidity to optimal levels and safeguards your precious garment from moths and carpet beetles.

You’ve got three covered with a professional cleaning and conditioning process. The cleaning part is self-explanatory - we remove dirt, odors and particles from your garment. Not only does this enhance the appearance, but smoke and other odors are eliminated. Also, particles such as sand or grit that can damage the fur are likewise removed.

The conditioning aspect of the process is best explained by thinking of your own skin. Your skin can get dried out and when it does you moisturize it. Your fur is a natural product and

is no different. The number one reason a fur rips and tears prematurely is the skins have dried out and become brittle.

So remember, you’ve got your fur and you’ve made a great choice, but you need to protect your investment with proper care: storage, cleaning and conditioning. At the Fur and Leather Centre we regularly handle customer coats 30, 40, 50 years of age and more. Not only did the original owner enjoy the fur, but so often we have furs handed down as heirlooms to next generations.

And guess what? We can take grandma’s old fur and restyle it into a whole new contemporary fashion piece and give it a whole new life. Now that’s way better than a landfill isn’t it?

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May 15: Karaoke

May 25: Greif support group

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.

May 17: Pork steak dinner

Pork steak dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

May 17: Golf tournament

Soroptimist International of Greater St. Louis (SIGSL) is hosting the Grace Zykan Memorial Golf Tournament at Eagle Springs Golf Course. Individual entry fee is $100 for adults and $80 for high school and college players.

Registration and lunch begins at 11 a.m., shotgun start scramble at 12 p.m. with dinner and awards at 5 p.m. Eagle Springs Golf Course is located at 2575 Redman Avenue in St. Louis. For more information please contact Pamela Lee 314-398-3940 or send an email to info@soroptimiststlouis.com or visit their website at http://www.soroptimiststlouis.com/.

May 18: Rummage sale

Calvary United Church of Christ at 2501 Hartland Avenue, one block from Ritenour Middle School, will hold its Spring Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

May 18: AAUW luncheon

The Honorable Rita Days will headline the annual AAUW Spring Luncheon.

Ms. Days is a former Missouri State Senator and State Representative and former St. Louis County Director of Elections. This event is presented by the Ferguson-Florissant (North County) branch of the American Association of University Women. The program for the luncheon will also include other short presentations, recognitions and awards. The public is invited to attend. The luncheon will be held at the Catering to You Banquet Facility at 12775 New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant, beginning at noon. A buffet luncheon will be available. Reservations are required. Deadline for reservations is May 15. For information or reservations, call 314-921-7109, 314-522-0413, or 314-831-5359 or mail your reservation with a $22 check to Joyce Wolf, 1484 Kew Gardens, Florissant 63031.

May 18: Support group grand opening

LifePoint Church Florissant, at 424 Graham Rd. hosts Celebrate Recovery grand opening from 1 - 4:30 p.m., then join weekly. Friends and families who struggle with hurts, hang-ups and habits, seeking freedom through this Christ-centered 12 step recovery program.

May 22: 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 informati-

Find help after the death of a loved one at, Grief Share, a special seminar/support group designed to help you heal from the loss you have experienced.

The group meets from 10 - 11:30 a.m. every Saturday through May 25 at the Florissant Church of Christ at 16460 New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant.

Contact 314-837-8000 to sign up. For more information visit www.florissantchurchofchrist.org.

May 25: Meat shoots

The Florissant Eagles have started the meat shoot season on Saturdays through May 25. There is a barrel length maximum and choke maximum of .670.

16 gauge and 20 gauge shells are available. Shoots start at noon and runs until dusk. Great meat prizes awarded and beer specials with big money rounds at the end. The Florissant Eagles are located at 15245 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant.

May 25: Art show

Good Shepherd Arts Center will host „Child‘s Play: Creative Act as Contemplation“ through May 25. The show features work by seven Catholic sisters and two priests. The event is free and open to the public. Good Shepherd Arts Center is located at 252 S. Florissant Road in downtown Ferguson, next to Cathy‘s Kitchen. The regular hours are Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturdays, noon - 5 p.m. Contact info@goodshepherdarts.org or call 314-522-1155.

May 29: 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.

May 31: Chicken dinner

Chicken dinner Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

June 7-8: Beer can show

Gateway Chapter BCCA Swap-A-Rama, Breweriana and Beer Can Show takes place on the Knights of Columbus Grounds at 50 Rue St. Francois in Florissant from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. both days.

June 8: Health and wellness festival

The Second Taste of Vegan Health and Wellness Fair will be held at Ferguson Community Center at 1050 Smith Ave. in Ferguson from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

This free family-friendly event intends to give neighbors and families the necessary tools and information to take back the responsibility of our communities’ wellness and life. A variety of vendors will provide tasty nutritious options, along with other healthy and health sustaining products. There will also be a kid’s corner, a variety of performances, food demonstrations, yoga and more.

July 13: Genealogy presentation

St Louis Genealogical Society presents master storyteller John Phillip Colletta, PhD, who will teach genealogical skills from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Maryland Heights Community Center at 2300 McKelvey Road in Maryland Heights. Includes lunch and free parking. Register at: https://www. stlgs.org

RECURRING EVENTS Any time: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine by appointment #1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant. Donations accepted. Docents needed.

314-921-7582, Vicki Wittman Email: vicray01@aol.com.

Monthly: Free legal services

Every month CORP Legal Services provides: legal document preparations such as wills, deeds and power of attorneys at no cost to St. Louis County seniors 60 years and older. There is an income limit. Contact the coordinator at 314-615-0931 for more information.

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: 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 314-6154516.

Mondays: TOPS

Come, join and take off those extra pounds. Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) has meetings on Monday nights at 7 p.m. (weigh in begins at 6:35 p.m.) at 9124 St. Charles Rock Rd. TOPS is a very inexpensive way to lose weight. You can visit a meeting for free. Any questions please call Dan Agee at 314-540-5223.

Mondays: Choral Art Singers

Choral Arts Singers resume practice on Mondays, at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake St. Louis. This session will include performance at St. James Cathedral, Chicago on June 25.

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.

are invited to attend.

Mondays: Workshop meetings

Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

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-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 314446-4440 or cpiece@caastlc.org for additional information.

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: 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: Vietnam Association meeting

Veterans

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.

Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)

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 or Connie 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

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 314.921.2316.

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.

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.

Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?

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

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.

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314.994.3300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs.

Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 1.

Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604.

Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group 3-4 p.m., Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314.653.5331.

Thursdays: Bingo

Community Bingo at the Bridge At Florissant, at 1101 Garden Plaza Drive (intersection of Parker and Arlington) takes place on the third Thursday of each month starts at 2 p.m. There will be snacks and prizes. For more information call 314-831-0988.

Thursdays: Quilting guild

Every third Thursday of the month the Flower Valley Quilting Guild meets at 7 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church at 123 Carson Road in Ferguson.

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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 first Thursday of the month, starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.

Thursdays: checks

Blood

pressure

Free blood pressure checks monthly at Life Care Center of Florissant at 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. (off Parker Rd.) in Florissant every third Thursday of the month. Call 831-3752 for more information.

Thursdays: meeting

Women’s

chorus

Every Thursday City Voices Chorus, a women’s chorus singing four-part a cappella harmony, meets at Church of the Good Shepherd at 1166 S. Mason Rd. in St. Louis. Members come from the entire bi-state region. Call Marcia at 636-274-0723 for more information or visit www.cityvoiceschorus.org.

Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo 6:45 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314.731.9330

Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo 2 p.m., Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314.831.3752.

Fridays: Celebrate Recovery

For 25 years Celebrate Recovery has been helping everyday folks find freedom from whatever difficulty you are experiencing in your life. This Christ-centered, 12-step program is based on the Beatitudes. We meet every Friday at 6:15 p.m. for dinner ($5); 7 p.m. large group meeting; 8 p.m. Small groups sharing; 9 p.m. dessert at First Christian Church of Florissant at 2890 Patterson Rd. in Florissant. For more information call 314-837-2269 or visit http://www.fccf.org/ or Facebook page Celebrate Recovery-FCCF.

Saturdays: Yoga

Come check out the benefits of yoga at Calvary UCC, at 2501 Hartland Avenue, on Saturday mornings from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Call Angela at 314801-8594 for more information.

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Everyone is welcome to attend Toastmasters Saturdays 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Normandy United Methodist Church at 8001 Natural Bridge Road (across from UMSL). For more info call 314402-7025.

Saturdays: 12-step program

Celebrate recovery with “12 steps to Freedom.” Are you looking for a safe place to share your hurts, hang- ups or habits? This Christ centered program is based on the Beatitudes and

meets at LifePoint Church Florissant at 424 Graham Rd. in Florissant.

The group meets from 1 - 4:30 p.m. with lunch at 1 p.m. Donations are appreciated. There is a large group worship/lesson at 2 p.m., open small share groups – gender specific – at 3 p.m. There is also a newcomers group also to help you choose which class is best for you. The group closes its time with fellowship/coffee-dessert from 4 - 4:30 p.m. For more information visit lifepointministries.church/celebrate-recovery or contact Ministry Leader Steve Daughety at 636 634-6582.

the club room. For more information, contact 314-630-2671 or 314-3307269.

Saturdays: Free walk-in clinic

CHURCH

Salam Clinic at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ at 1425 Stein Road at West Florissant in Ferguson is a free walk-in clinic open Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The clinic is jointly sponsored by the Muslim Community of St. Louis (MCSL) and St. Peter’s United Church of Christ to provide basic adult medical screening, treatment and referrals free of charge for the uninsured. For more information or if you would be interested in volunteering, please call 314-521-5694 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday or visit www.stpeterschurch.org

Saturdays: Clothing sale

On the second Saturday of each month Bethany-Peace UCC at 11952 Bellefontaine Rd. in St. Louis County hosts a clothing sale from 9 - 11 a.m.

For sale are used clothing and shoes, some household items, books and toys. Fill your bag for $1.

Saturdays: Grief support

On the fourth Saturday of each month, grief support meeting “A Way With Words Ministry” meets at 12:30 p.m. at Community Christ Fellowship, rear, at 121 Williams Blvd. in Hazelwood, 1/4 mile south of Hwy 270 off Florissant Rd. There are a variety of topics monthly. You are not alone. Come help your heart heal with others. For more information call 314-605-3949.

Every Fourth Saturday’s Writer’s Workshop 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Baden Library, at 8448 Church Rd. For more information call 314-388-2400.

Sundays: Meat shoot

Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 444 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Road between Sinks Rd and Lindbergh starting at noon until dusk every Sunday in February and March in the spring and every Sunday in October through the second-to-last week in November in the fall - rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded.

Sundays: AMVETS meat shoot Sundays in September through April, AMVETS Post 55, located on 8842 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bel-Ridge will be hosting meat shoots with practice beginning at 11 a.m. and rounds starting at noon. Shooters must be 18 or older and will shoot #9’s with no bull barrels or scopes and 675 minimum chokes. The shooting area is indoors and food and drink are available in

Sundays: meeting

Jennings

Do-Dads

The Jennings Do-Dads hold meetings every third Sunday of the month (except June which is the second Sunday and no meeting in December) at 1 p.m. at Classics Bar & Grill at 11601 West Florissant Avenue. Those interested in membership are invited to attend. For more information visit www.jenningsdodads.org.

Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314.741.3737

HEALTH Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon –1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center.

Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1.877.477.6954.

Every Monday-Friday: Evening Front Desk Volunteers Needed

4-7pm, Christian Hospital, 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information, please contact Lee Shields at 314.653.5032.

1st Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting

What’s Happening

Crisis Nursery:

Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314.768.3201. Or 636.947.0600, www. crisisnurserykids.org

Center for Senior Renewal:

Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123.

Nutrition Education:

SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you, 314.344.6157.

Christian Center:

Hospital

Recovery

Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314.953.8100.

SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre

A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www.silversneakers.com or call 314.738.2599.

Smoking Cessation Classes:

Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866.

SSM.DOCS to register or for more information.

SSM DePaul Wellness Center:

Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314.344.6177

Nicotine Anonymous

Free Mammogram Screenings:

Nicotine Anonymous is a 12 Step Program, free and available to all seeking recovery from nicotine addiction based on principals of AA. Only requirement is a desire to stop using nicotine.

Voluntary contributions are accepted.

For further info call 314-822-2066 or visit www.Nicotine-Anonymous.org.

SSM Health Care free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments at 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, 636.947.5617

Look Good…Feel Better

SSM speakers available for organizations, clubs, community and church groups for up to one hour free of charge, 636.949.7159

SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A licensed SUDOKU answers from page F-1

Every third Tuesday of every month: Grief Support Group sponsored by DePaul Hospital 11:30am-1pm, Maryland Hgts.

Comm. Ctr., 2300 McKelvey Rd. For more information, call 314.344.6873.

Wednesdays: ACES Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314.839.3171.

Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109 11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road.

314.344.7024 for info or 314.344.7220 to enroll.

cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with a makeup kit. Light refreshments are served. Info: 314.344.6090.

Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314.653.5032

Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@ sbcglobal.net.

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Rascals take opening season series The defending West Division champion River City Rascals play in the Frontier League with home games at the friendly confines of the CarShield Field in O’Fallon.

Another night with another shutout victory for the River City Rascals with a great start to the 2019 campaign.

The Rascals held the Washington Wild Things scoreless for the second consecutive game on Sunday at CarShield Field, this time 4-0, to earn the 3-1 series victory.

Rascals pitching has now combined to throw 25 straight scoreless innings and has not allowed a run since the second inning of Friday’s 3-2 win.

The team won Saturday 9-0 and lost their only game at the opener Thursday 7-5 in 11-innings.

For more information go to www.RiverCityRascals.com * Nice long weekend Women’s tackle football start season perfect In their season opener, the SLAM traveled to Little Rock, Arkansas to take on the Arkansas Wildcats. The SLAM took the ball on the opening possession, went down the field and scored with a touchdown pass never looked back, putting together an impressive performance, winning 35-0.

Week two of the season brought the SLAM back to the LOU to host their first home game at Kresko-Miller Field on the campus of St. Mary’s High School against the Kansas City Titans. Battling each other in the rain for most of the evening, the SLAM and the Titans put on a display of talented football performances. The SLAM offense rallied to put 20 points on the board while defense remained tough against the Titans with the SLAM winning 20-8.

In game three, the SLAM hosted the Derby City Dynamite for another physical display of hard hits and great defensive play from both teams. The SLAM offense, defense, and special

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teams all showed up during this match-up that led to another SLAM victory.

The SLAM remains undefeated at home again with a final score of 31-6.

Go to www.STLSlamFootball.com for all the details. * Have not missed a beat Ambush thanks the fans It has been a phenomenal 2019 of growth for the St. Louis Ambush professional soccer organization.

Since Tony Glavin, Dr. Beth Perez and Shelly Clark took the reins in 2016, they have had their share of struggles but have been able to make changes and are starting to see the fruits of our labor.

The team had 4,750 fans at the home opener this past season, which is more than they had at any single game in the past five years. They also had the most successful season to date, since the rebirth of the Ambush in 2013 by tallying a .417 wins percentage.

The Ambush staff has filtered the “to-do list during the off season” down to 279 items. It includes everything from playing venue, to players, to theme nights, to community events. They have a busy off-season planned and can’t wait to share exciting news with the fans in the upcoming weeks.

Their season was amazing but next season is going to be even more awesome as they continue to #RiseAsOne. * The Ambush family continues to grow Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, among many other activities.

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Recipe: A home-cooked cobbler

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Apple-Cranberry Cobbler Recipe courtesy of Wilton

During the season for outdoor parties, reunions, picnics and delicious desserts, try bringing a new dish to the table with a recipe like this AppleCranberry Cobbler.

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Nonstick cooking spray apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices cups fresh or frozen cranberries teaspoons lemon juice teaspoon vanilla extract cup granulated sugar tablespoons cornstarch teaspoon ground cinnamon container (10.2 ounces)refrigerated home-style biscuits, quartered tablespoons butter, melted tablespoons sparkling sugar

Directions: Heat oven to 375 °F. Prepare pie pan with nonstick cooking spray.

In large bowl, mix apple slices, cranberries, lemon juice and vanilla extract.

In small bowl, whisk sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon. Stir into fruit mixture.

Spoon mixture into prepared pan. Cover with foil. Bake on cookie sheet 40-45 minutes. Remove from oven.

Toss biscuits in melted butter. Distribute cut biscuits over fruit.

Sprinkle biscuits with sparkling sugar. Return to oven and bake 18-20 minutes. Remove from oven.

Let cool 15 minutes before serving.

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‘Booksmart’ offers a fresh look at the teenage experience

Movie:

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.

From Mickey Rooney’s appearances in the “Andy Hardy” series through the outrageous “Superbad” and beyond, movies about the teenage years are typically quite popular. Arguably, no one did this genre better than John Hughes, the prolific writer/director of “Sixteen Candles,” “The Breakfast Club” and “Weird Science.” Playing the title role in Hughes’ “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” Matthew Broderick took time to seize the moment before his high school days ended for good.

“Booksmart” is the latest coming-of-age film to arrive in theaters.

Directed by Olivia Wilde (“Tron: Legacy”), it focuses on Amy (Kaitlyn Dever) and Molly (Beanie Feldstein), two overachieving high school students. The two friends spent their teen years focusing on books and academic achievements but, on the eve of their graduation, they realize they missed out on key life experiences.

Like Ferris Bueller before them, Amy and Molly decide to claim that one precious day before graduation. Amy, who has been out of the closet for a few years, wants to get together with her high school crush. Molly

Actress Kaitlyn Dever brings vulnerability and honesty to the role of Amy. By taking a “gap year” to travel to Africa, Amy wants to do something meaningful before starting college. She’s also unsure of how to explore her sexuality and the results are embarrassing and awkward. She does find some common ground with Hope (Diana Silvers), a classmate that tends to be standoffish.

Beanie Feldstein does a solid job as Molly, a loud ‘Booksmart’ photo courtesy Annapurna Pictures and energetic young woman.

Molly finally realizes there’s also takes the opportunity to know fellow more to life than studying and she works student Nick (Mason Gooding) a little bet- hard to make up for lost time. By turning ter. Suffice it to say, things don’t turn out her eyes away from the computer screen and quite as either girl expected, but that’s not a books, Molly gets lessons in how to be a betbad thing. ter person. When she stops to really look In high school, students tend to get labeled at the world around her, Molly’s education and categorized. 1985’s “The Breakfast Club” really begins. worked hard to break those stereotypes and “Booksmart” is explicit at times, which director Olivia Wilde’s “Booksmart” follows takes something away from the themes of suit. In truth, Amy and Molly are the ones the film. Still, it’s a good piece of work from making judgements about their friends and Olivia Wilde and an entertaining story. The classmates. They start out with inflated egos film, which is not yet rated, has early screenand self-satisfaction, but they learn a big les- ings on May 17 and opens wide on May 24. son about assumptions in one key scene.

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John Hanna

Crossword: Wedding Bells

‘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.

By Cindy Moore

Moore On Life Mother’s Day has always been the time for the most stressful of questions for my husband: What to get the mother who provided life, love and lunacy for his litter?

For this occasion, my husband surprised me with a lovely wrapped package.

“Hmmm,” I said, examining the outer box. “What’s this?”

“Open it up. It’s all the rage,” he said.

I unwrap it to find something called an Instapot.

“Nice!” I said. “So I guess if I’m in the mall during a major shoe sale and can’t possibly break away to the bathroom because the lady next to me is eyeballing the sandals I just tried on like a gator drooling over a raw chicken carcass; I can use this potty instantly. I merely pull this handy 20 pound appliance out of my purse and do my business behind the clothes racks then go back to shopping? Clever. I like it!”

“No, Dear. That’s not quite how it works. You use it in the kitchen. Say you forget to thaw a roast for dinner. You merely toss the frozen chunk into this pot, turn it on high and ta-da.

Within an instant you have a tasty, thoroughly cooked meal.”

My eyes narrowed.

“Oh, now I get it. So basically what you’re saying is that

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all those months of enduring gut-wrenching morning sickness are equal to a pound of cow and those stretch marks that left my body looking as if a rabid cougar used my torso as a scratching post are rewarded with a thawing machine? I suppose you think that allowing your babies to live rent-free next to my major organs while using my bladder as a trampoline and kidneys as punching bags for nine grueling months until my water broke in the produce section of the supermarket is paid in full with a butt roast?”

My lower lip started to quiver as I finished, “And the agony of enduring thirty-six hours of hard labor and delivery that felt like a cantaloupe was being extracted from my nostril by way of a plunger is compensated for by making you meat?!”

“What was I thinking?” he whimpered. “Here open this

instead.”

I unwrapped a chocolate pizza kit.

“Hmph! Well I guess that makes up for the stretch marks.

Now what about that grocery store incident?”

C i n d y Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation?

Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder.

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

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57. *Wedding meal option 60. *Like ring finger 63. One born to Japanese immigrants 64. From Colorado to Wisconsin, on compass 66. Be limp 68. Anoint 69. ____ Iacocca 70. Blood circulation artery 71. “____, over here!”

72. Hole punching tool 73. *Not to be seen by groom DOWN 1. Princess Jasmine’s “prince” 2. Deliver a carol 3. Samoan money 4. Dead to the world 5. Drum roll sound 6. Like Eliza Doolittle 7. *One of four wedding “somethings” 8. Geography class prop 9. Buzzing pest 10. Twelfth month of Jewish year 11. Back of the neck 12. Ovine mom 15. Reflexive form of “it” 20. Spam, e.g.

22. Beehive State native 24. *It runs from tears 25. Hipbone-related 26. Magnetic ____ 27. Down Under marsupial 29. *To be tied 31. *Some write their own 32. All worked up 33. *Future descendant 34. Gives a hand 36. ____sack 38. Plural of taxon 42. Lithograph, for short 45. Popular post 49. It makes your nose grow?

51. Barbary sheep 54. Tall ancient monument 56. Possible result of trial 57. Trash containers, e.g.

58. Brings into play 59. Matted wool 60. Experience emotion 61. Ripped 62. Sexual attraction, slangily 63. Afternoon shut-eye 65. *Another of four wedding “somethings” 67. “Swan Lake” step SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9