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May 16, 2012 Vol. 91 No. 20

The public is invited to I-70 Blanchette Bridge construction public meetings on May 24 and 30.

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The $63 million rehabilitation of the westbound Interstate 70 Missouri River Bridge (Blanchette Bridge) will close and detour traffic starting November 2012. Additionally overnight and weekend closures will happen this summer at the Earth City Expressway interchange and at the bridge. MoDOT and Walsh Construction Company will host two public meetings to share these details and highlight alternate routes to help I-70 drivers get around. Two public meetings are scheduled – one in St. Charles and one in Maryland Heights. Both meetings will have the same information and the information will be available online. The St. Charles meeting will be held from 4 – 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 24 at Immanuel Lutheran Fellowship Hall, 115 S. Sixth Street. The Maryland Heights meeting will be held from 4 – 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 30 at the Maryland Heights Government Center in the Court Room, 11911 Dorsett Road. The westbound I-70 bridge over the Missouri River was built in the late 1950s. It is in serious need of major repairs. Major river crossings are designed to last 100 years with a major overall needed at 50 years. Without major repairs, the bridge will continue to fall into disrepair and emergency repairs will be required at more frequent intervals with longer traffic closures. These repairs will become increasingly more expensive. The westbound I-70 Blanchette Bridge includes a total of 23 spans. Of those, the main three spans over the Missouri River have the overhead steel truss. The rehabilitation of the Westbound I-70 Bridge will include: • Removal and replacement of the existing truss spans with new trusses. Around Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

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• Replacement of the complete driving surface, edge barrier walls and all expansion joints • Elimination of the three spans nearest to the St. Louis County end and their conversion to roadway on embankment • Repair all remaining concrete substructure units including replacement of some parts • Complete replacement of the structural steel in the first nine spans of the bridge on the St. Charles County side • Repair of the structural steel components of the long girder spans and the truss spans • Repainting of all existing structural steel MoDOT closed the bike lane on the Route 370 Missouri River bridge in November 2011. The Route 370 bridge is restriped to add a fourth lane on 370 between Earth City Expressway and Route 94. The extra lane will help traffic during the closure of the westbound I-70 bridge. The fourth lane on Route 370 will be removed in 2014 and the bike lane will be restriped. During the closure, cyclists should use Route 364 Page Learn & Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Pet Apdoption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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Second Annual Touch-a-Truck Fundraiser Gary Behlmann, president of Accessible Play, Inc., is pleased to announce Accessible Play’s Second Annual Touch-A-Truck Fundraiser on Saturday June 2, 2012 at Florissant Valley Christian Church, located at 1325 N. Hwy 67, Florissant, MO 63031. Admission is $4 per person, (infants are free). Scheduled to appear are: St. Louis County Police Department, city of Florissant, Hazelwood Police Department, Florissant Valley Fire Protection District, Missouri Department of Trans-

portation (MoDOT), Meridian Waste, Florissant Police Department and many others. The event is sponsored by Florissant Valley Christian Church and Community News. Accessible Play, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation raising funds to build an all-inclusive accessible playground in North St. Louis County where children of all abilities can play side-by-side. Angie’s Playground will be located at Manion Park in Florissant and will

Just Lose It Participants Lose a Ton! Participants in Christian Hospital’s Just Lose It challenge receive a dog tag for each 10 pounds they lose. Rebecca Niebruegge, Christian Hospital’s senior coordinator of marketing and communications, said more dog tags were handed out in the sixth cycle than ever before. “More than 330 people joined the program this time,” she said. “The $10 fee includes a backpack with valu-

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 314.831.3264 or visit www.accessibleplayinc.org.

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able information, tips and encouragement along the way, classes, lectures, the weekly weigh-in and more.” Niebruegge said participants in this round lost a ton of weight, literally! To be exact, the participants lost 2,233.4 pounds in 12 weeks. This cycle’s winner was Kate Floyd. “She used to drink a six-to-12 pack of soda every day,” Niebruegge said. “She knew it was time for a change and was ready to make that change. She wanted to get healthier and feel better and when she heard about the Just Lose It program, she knew that was a perfect place to start!” The second place winner was Maura Crump, and James Oliver took third place. Niebruegge said the next cy-

cle begins on August 4, but pre-registration is required. Registration will open in mid-June. For more information about the program, please call 314.653.5245. Just Lose It is sponsored by: City of Florissant, Graham Medical Center, Eagle Fitness, Bellefontaine Community Center, YMCA, St. Louis County Parks, the Christian Hospital Occupational Health, Ferguson Bicycle Shop and Community News.

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Ferguson Farmers’ Market Wellness Day – May 19 The award-winning Ferguson Farmers’ Market has opened for its tenth season. Market hours are 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. The market is located in downtown Ferguson’s Victorian Plaza, at 20 S. Florissant Road, just south of the train trestle. May 19 will feature live music by Boeing Jazz Band, 9-11am, and Wellness Day, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Wellness Day vendors include: Ferguson Twilight 5K – Registration for 5K Run/ Walk & One-Mile Fun Run and Packet Pick-up.

Christian Hospital Diabetes Mobile Unit – Free cholesterol, blood pressure & blood glucose screenings Christian Hospital – Additional services Dr. Robyn Lawerence – Info on benefits of chiropractic services Alzheimer’s Association St. Louis Chapter Saving Our Neighbor’s Live – Organ Donor Group Emerson Family YMCA – Info on School-age child care & YMCA membership

Big River Running – Instruction on proper running shoes and analyzing of running gait Live Well Ferguson – Info on local get active efforts. Don’t forget the wide variety of spring produce. Check our website for availability and be sure to like us on facebook. NEW farmers and vendors still coming each week as well as many returning vendors. 4550 TENTS full of locally grown produce and arts and crafts designed by local artists. Don’t miss it!!

Show-Me State Games Bring Olympic Spirit to Missouri While thousands of athletes and spectators from across the world will travel to London for the 2012 Olympic Games this summer, Missourians have an option much closer to home to experience the Olympic spirit: The Show-Me State Games. The Show-Me State Games is Missouri's Olympicstyle sports festival, offering more than 40 sporting events for all ages and ability levels. The 2012 Games are scheduled for June 8-10, July 20-22 and July 27-29 in Columbia, Mo. An Opening Ceremonies for the Show-Me State Games will be on July 20 at the Hearnes Center and will feature a parade of athletes and lighting of the cauldron.

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During the construction, three lanes of eastbound and three lanes of westbound I-70 will be using the eastbound bridge. The two directions of traffic will be separated by a concrete barrier wall in the middle of the eastbound bridge. Lanes will be reduced to 11 feet wide with no shoulders. The speed limit through the work zone will be reduced to 50 mph with an advisory speed of 45 mph on the bridge. Approximately 160,000 vehicles use this section of I-70 every day. The Route 370 and Route 364 (Page Avenue) Missouri River bridges are the primary alternate routes to use to avoid congestion on I-70 during the construction. Both bridges are located within a few miles of I-70 and provide an easy alternate to get to and from St. Charles and St. Louis counties as well as in and out of the major business and shopping districts in downtown St. Charles and Earth City. “The morning and evening rush hours will be heavily congested on I-70, and commuters need to consider their options. We encourage major employers especially those with many employees who travel from St. Charles County to consider allowing flextime and alternate work hours and locations,” said Ed Hassinger, MoDOT St. Louis District Engineer. “This isn’t a

This is the 28th annual Show-Me State Games, and is the largest event of its kind in the nation. In 2011, 26,927 athletes competed in the event. The Games awards gold, silver and bronze medals to its first, second and third place finishers. Thousands of spectators and hundreds of volunteers also attend the Show-Me State Games. "Whether participating as an athlete, spectator or volunteer, the Show-Me State Games is a great opportunity to get involved in Missouri's very own Olympicstyle sporting event," said Emily Lorenz, marketing coordinator for the Show-Me State Games.

full closure like the I-64 project, but all the same preparations need to be made to ensure everyone has a plan for how they will cope with the extra congestion on I-70 during peak hours.” Construction work to prepare for the closure will begin in summer 2012. Lane closures will occur for this work primarily during off peak hours. There will be three weekends this summer with lane closures on I-70, Earth City Expressway and the ramps at that interchange. Crews are making repairs to the I-70 bridge over Earth City Expressway. The public meeting displays and schedule handout will be available online starting May 24. Visit www.modot.org/blanchettebridge to view project information and to sign up for email updates. MoDOT reminds motorists to slow down in work zones and avoid distractions to keep yourself and the workers safe.

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This year the Show-Me State Games is also hosting the 18th annual Missouri State Senior Games for athletes age 50 and older. The event is scheduled for June 8-10 also in Columbia, Mo. and offers more than 20 sporting events. The 2012 Missouri State Senior Games are a qualifying event for the 2013 National Senior Games, to be contested in Cleveland from July 21 - Aug. 5, 2013. For a complete schedule of events and more details about the Show-Me State Games, visit www.smsg.org.

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Beacon and Eggs Mayor Thomas P. Schneider is pleased to announce that the Big 550 KTRS and the St. Louis Beacon will be doing a live show from the James J. Eagan Center Theatre from 6 to 10 a.m. on Friday, May 18. KTRS Morning Drive personality McGraw Milhaven and St. Louis Beacon contributor Dick Weiss present the month’s Beacon & Eggs show which will focus on the Retrospective of Media in the St. Louis Metro-

politan Area. The roundtable forum will feature former TV anchors Julius Hunter and Dick Ford. The City of Florissant will host the McGraw Milhaven show from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. then the Live Beacon & Eggs discussion from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. This event at our theatre on Friday, May 18 is free and open to the public. For further information please contact the City Hall at 314.921.5700.

Gary Dammer Big Band Patriotic Salute Join 17 of the area’s finest musicians in their annual Memorial Day concert under the direction of Gary Dammer. The event will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 28 at the Florissant Civic Center Theatre. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students. As we remember those who gave their lives in past armed conflicts and lend our thoughts to those still serving the military around the world, the FFAC is pleased to welcome the Gary Dammer Big Band Patriotic Salute, an evening of American big band music. Gary Dammer has been playing in and around the St. Louis area since his high school band days. In 1956, he formed his first Big Band. Throughout his remarkable career, he has played with the name bands of Richard Maltby, Les Elgart, Vaughn Monroe, Guy Lombardo, Buddy Morrow, Stan Kenton, and the Glen Miller Orchestra. He has also played and worked with the likes of Nancy Wilson, Patty Page, Marilyn Maye, Ella Fitzgerald, Bob Hope, Wayne Newton, and Henry Mancini. Gary Dammer remains a favorite native son. An evening with his big band is an evening of the biggest American hits and themes from the American songbook. Audiences are sure to walk away humming from this great celebration of our heroes. For more info, call 314.921.5678, or visit florissantfinearts.com.

Florissant Mayor Elected to Lead the St. Louis County Municipal League Florissant Mayor Thomas P. Schneider was elected President of the St. Louis County Municipal League for the 2012-13 year at the League’s meeting on April 26. He succeeds Mayor Paul Marti of Oakland. Mayor Schneider has spent the last year as the League’s Finance Chairman and has served on the Board since 2008. He has been an active member of the League during his previous term on the City Council and now as Mayor. He has served on several committees during his tenure, including twice serving as Chairman of the im-

portant Legislative Affairs Committee, which guides League lobbying efforts. Mayor Schneider becomes the fifth Florissant official to serve as League President, following Mayor Arthur Bangert in 1942, Councilwoman Jo Curran in 1978, Mayor James Eagan in 1981 and Councilman David Reynolds in 1988. Mayor Schneider and other offices will be installed at the League’s Annual Installation and “Muni” Awards Show at the Kemp Auto Museum on May 31.

Florissant Police Department Graduates Nearly 1000 DARE Students in 2011-2012 School Year Chief Bill Karabas is proud to announce that the Florissant Police Department has graduated nearly 1,000 students through the DARE program in the 2011-2012 school year. Officer Lessie Summers, with the help of Officer Mike Cameron, taught DARE to fifth graders in 16 schools within the city of Florissant. DARE is a cooperative program between the schools and the police department that allows a police officer to come into schools and teach kids about the harmful effects of drugs and violence. Summers said, “When I teach DARE, I concentrate on teaching the kids to make the right decision, and the consequences of making the wrong decision.”

The DARE Officer talks about how to be in charge in certain situations, peer pressure, tobacco, alcohol, and marijuana facts, and friendships. Summers said that smoking is down in students in grades 8-12, and she believes that that is a sign that DARE is working. She said that some of her students tell her that their family members are trying to quit smoking after the students go home and tell them the information that they learned in DARE. This is the first year that Summers taught in the DARE program. Chief Karabas said, “I am very proud of the work of Officer Summers and the DARE program in educating the youth of Florissant.”

Florissant Police Captain Tim Lowery Appointed Chief Deputy Commander of Major Case Squad Mayor Thomas P. Schneider and Chief Bill Karabas are proud to announce the appointment of Captain Tim Lowery as the Greater St. Louis Major Case Squad’s Chief Deputy Commander for the State of Missouri. As the Chief Deputy Commander for the State of Missouri, Captain Lowery will

be responsible for all of the investigations that the Major Case Squad conducts in the state. Captain Lowery has been with the Major Case Squad since 1994, and has served as an Investigator, Report Officer, and as a Deputy Commander since 2002. Captain Lowery has participated in over 40 investigations with the Major Case Squad. While serving on the Major Case Squad, Captain Lowery will continue with his duties at the Florissant Police Department as the Commander of the Bureau of Field Operations. Mayor Schneider said, “This appointment is a testament to the dedication and exper-

tise of Captain Lowery and the Florissant Police Department.” The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis was formed in 1965 and has been one of the longest standing collaboration of professional law enforcement agencies in the nation. The Major Case Squad encompasses six counties in Missouri and four counties in Illinois and serves nearly 2.5 million citizens. The Major Case Squad brings together specially trained, extremely motivated, and highly experienced Investigators from around the Metro area to aggressively investigate major crimes at the request of the agency where the crime had occurred.

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Greater North County Chamber to Host 2012 Golf Tournament The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce 2012 Golf Tournament, presented by Co-Title sponsors Commercial Bank and Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake, will be on Friday, June 8, at the Golf Club of Florissant with a noon shotgun start. Cost is $99 per person, which includes entry fee, 18 holes with cart, a golf towel, lunch, dinner and beverages. Corporate Sponsors include Christian Hospital, Crystal Creek Health and Rehabilitation Center, Mississippi Valley Roofing, Inc., The Bridge at Florissant and Zykan Family Partnership. A $599 Corporate Sponsorship includes golf for four, hole sponsor and corporate sponsor banner. Hole sponsors for $99 include B&B Heating & Cooling, Click’s Heating & Cooling, Deaver’s Sports Bar Restaurant, Delmar Gardens North/Garden Villas North, Ferguson Brewing Company, Florissant Councilman Tim Lee, Florissant Glass Company, Marty Cancilia Dodge Chrysler Jeep, Meridian Waste Services and Waste Management Services. Other sponsors include Closest to the Line: Handyman True Value Hardware; Closest to the Pin: Nimmons Wealth Management; Hole in One Challenge: Paul Cerame Auto Group; and Drink Cart Sponsor: Villa at Riverwood. To register to golf or to be a sponsor, call the Chamber office at 314.831.3500 or visit the Chamber’s website at www.greaternorthcountychamber.com

Recent Greater North County Chamber Ribbon Cutting: North County Adult Center, LLC

Karen Anderson, owner of North County Adult Center, LLC, cuts the ribbon for the center’s grand opening at 500 Greenway Manor Drive. Joining Anderson in the celebration are family members, business associates and members of the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce. For more information on the Center, call 314-831-5400 or visit www.ncaccares.org.

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Old Town Donuts Opens in St. Charles County Old Town Donuts, which has been a landmark in historic Old Town Florissant since it relocated there in 1980, is expanding its operations with the opening of a second location. The new bakery is at 3941 MidRivers Mall Drive in Cottleville, just north of the main campus of St. Charles County Community College. “So many of our loyal customers are St. Charles County residents that we believe a second location of Old Town Donuts in Cottleville makes economic sense,” said Keith Took, owner and operator of Old Town Donuts. “We work hard to keep our loyal and devoted customers happy with our award-winning donuts, pastries, Keith Took, owner and operator of Old Town Donuts hot coffee and excellent service. We’re looking forward to building relationships with old and new customers alike in St. Charles County.” The St. Charles location will hire between 15 and 18 new employees, including bakers and clerks, said Took. It will be operated independently from the Florissant shop, and is open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day of the week. It also offers wi-fi for its customers, as does the Florissant location. Old Town Donuts was started in 1968 by Took’s sister Claudia and her husband, Steve Burns, at a location in Florissant on Lindbergh Blvd. Three years later the couple moved their store to Berkeley, before relocating to its present location on New Florissant Road in 1980. When his brother-in-law decided to change careers in 1996, Took bought the business and turned it into a Florissant institution. In 2010 he was named Businessperson of the Year by the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce. Serving regular and new customers alike their favorite donuts and pastries, bagels and muffins and piping hot coffee is handled at Old Town Donuts courtesy of a polite and efficient staff, devoted employees who care not only for the business but for those loyal customers and friends who come in to Old Town Donuts for their regular ‘fix.’ The staff at Old Town Donuts in Florissant gives back to the community with frequent and generous contributions of pastries to area charities and events. Took says that action will be replicated at the new St. Charles County bakery as well. Regardless of how the econwww.communicarehealth.com omy is performing, “we hope that people will always enjoy donuts,” Took said. “Business has been consistent through the years. We cater to schools, churches, seniors, and kids. The donut business hasn’t changed.”

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North County Catholic Educators Receive National Recognition with Innovation Award A group of principals, teachers and one pastor traveled to the National Catholic Education Association Conference in Boston last month to accept the Catholic Schools for Tomorrow Innovations in Education Award from Today’s Catholic Teacher Magazine on behalf of the Federation of Catholic Schools’ Professional Learning Team (PLT) program. The award luncheon was held on April 12 at the exclusive Harvard Club, with hundreds of Catholic educators and administrators from across the country in attendance. “The entire week was a great experience,” said Mr. Chris Masterson, Middle School Social Studies Teacher at Sacred Heart. “It was just another example as to why the Federation has been and will continue to be a great benefit to the Catholic schools and students of North County. The opportunity to spend a week with my colleagues allowed for a growth in collegial fellowship and professional growth. The awards dinner was an exciting experience from the setting inside the Harvard Club to all the great champions of Catholic Education represented.” “I found the award ceremony to be particularly moving not because it was in the Harvard Club nor because we received all kinds of ‘goodies’ from the sponsors, nor because of the 9 pound trophy, but because I thought of the hundreds of people who have contributed to the process of forming a Federation and the thousands of hours that were expended for our children,” said Monsignor Jack Schuler, Pastor

at St. Ferdinand Parish. The Federation’s PLT program just completed the second full year with a teacher workshop on April 27 at St. Rose Philippine Duchesne School. Teachers spent the afternoon sharing successes of the school year and setting goals for next year (see photo below for an example). Learn more about the trip and some bonus “goodies” received from corporate sponsors by visiting www.FederationofCatholicSchools.org/award. The Federation of Catholic Schools in the Northeast Deanery includes the following parish-sponsored elementary schools: • Blessed Teresa of Calcutta, 314.522.3888, 150 N. Elizabeth Avenue, Ferguson • Christ, Light of the Nations, 314.741.0400, 1650 Redman Road, Spanish Lake Sponsored by Holy Name of Jesus and Our Lady of the Rosary Parishes • Our Lady of Guadalupe, 314.524.1948, 1115 South Florissant Road, Cool Valley • Sacred Heart, 314.831.3372, 501 St. Louis Street, Florissant • St. Angela Merici, 314.831.8012, 3860 N. Highway 67, Florissant • St. Ferdinand, 314.921.2201, 1735 Charbonier, Florissant Serves parishioners of St. Ferdinand and St. Martin de Porres • St. Norbert, 314.839.0948, 16475 New Halls Ferry Road, Florissant; and St. Norbert Early Childhood Center, 314.420.9773, 1625 Swallow Lane, Florissant Serves parishioners of St. Norbert and St. Sabina Parishes • St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, 314.921.3023, 3500 St. Catherine Street, Florissant The Federation of Catholic Schools is a formal agreement between the pastors of the eleven parishes in the Northeast Deanery of the Archdiocese of St. Louis to work more closely together in support of the mission of Catholic education in the North County community. To learn more about the programs and goals of the Federation, please visit www.FederationofCatholicSchools.org.

Board Approves New Assistant Principal The Pattonville Board of Education on May 8 approved the selection of Gene Grimshaw as assistant principal at Pattonville High School. He will begin his new position July 1. Grimshaw has been a teacher in Pattonville Gene Grimshaw since 2001 and currently serves as a social studies teacher at Pattonville High School. He was selected as principal for Pattonville High School's summer school program in 2011 and 2012. Grimshaw holds a bachelor's degree in secondary education from Westminster College and a master's degree in secondary administration from William Woods University.

District Honors "Pride of Pattonville" Ten individuals were recently named Pride of Pattonville Award winners for going above and beyond the call of duty in their service to Pattonville children. They were recognized during Pattonville’s District Appreciation Night on May 7. This year's Pride of Pattonville honorees are: • Sandi Bahr, science teacher at Pattonville High School • Dr. Marisa Baner, reading specialist at Holman Middle School • The late Steve Brueggen, physical education teacher from Parkwood Elementary School • Lisa Cwiklowski, president of the Drummond Elementary School PTO and secretary for

the Pattonville early childhood program • Ruth Farrell, substitute nurse and parent volunteer • Mary Beth Kretschmer, nurse at Rose Acres Elementary School • Laurie Lambros, president of the Rose Acres PTA and a Pattonville substitute • Dawn Osman, reading specialist at Pattonville Heights Middle School • Pam Tesson, department chairperson and teacher in the family and consumer sciences department at Pattonville High School • Lisa Zangriles, social studies teacher at Holman Middle School

From left - front row: Dr. Marisa Baner, the late Steve Brueggen (represented here by his family members, Lindsay Hauze, Nancy Brueggen and Shannon Bensing), and Lisa Cwiklowsk; middle row: Ruth Farrell, Laurie Lambros, Pam Tesson, Lisa Zangriles, and Sandi Bahr; back row: Mary Beth Kretschmer and Dawn Osman.

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Hazelwood School District Names 2011-2012 Outstanding First-Year Teachers The 2011-2012 Outstanding First-Year Teachers in the Hazelwood School District are Lindsay Negwer from Brown Elementary School and Eliza Rivas from Hazelwood Central High School. Negwer teaches kindergarten while Rivas teaches Spanish. “I was very pleased,” Rivas said. “I didn’t even know there was such an award so that somebody who knew about it and considered me for it is amazing.” “I’m excited,” Negwer said. “It’s an honor to be nominated, then to actually be awarded, it is a bigger honor.” The pair of teachers outlined their educational philosophies. “All students can learn, but it’s my job to help them figure out why the class matters in life,” Rivas said. “It can be difficult to do that, especially in foreign language classes. What I try to do is tap into things they know, things they enjoy, things that are part of real life in my class. For example, I teach through telling and reading stories about rappers and athletes and other celebrities the students like using current grammar and vocabulary. The students then have the desire to communicate with me, which we only do in Spanish.” Negwer said her philosophy “holds students to high expectations and creates equal opportunities for all children to learn in the classroom.” When they are not teaching, both of them pursue a variety of hobbies. “I spend a lot of free time with my children and my

The Hazelwood School District named its Outstanding First-Year Teachers for the 2011-2012 school year. Left photo: Lindsay Negwer, right, is a kindergarten teacher at Brown Elementary School. With her is Principal Matt Phillips. Right photo: Eliza Rivas, right, is a Spanish teacher at Hazelwood Central High School. With her is Principal Dr. Cheryol Mitchell.

church but beyond that, I like attending performing arts events – theatre, dances and films – and my husband and I have been involved with the Latino community here in St. Louis, including the Venezuelan and Puerto Rican Societies, the Hispanic Leaders Group and Hispanic Chamber of Commerce,” Rivas said. “I remember attending the opening of La Casa de Salud downtown and feeling proud to know such a great service was being offered in my city.” La Casa de Salud is a health care facility in South St. Louis that delivers high quality clinical and mental health services for uninsured and underinsured patients, especially new immigrants and refugees. “I like to run and shop. I’m a St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan and lately, I’ve started doing more cooking and baking,” Negwer said. Rivas and her husband, Carlos, have two children and a dog named Lassy. Negwer is single and she owns a dog named Jack. They each received flowers and $250 from the district’s professional development committee. In addition, Negwer and Rivas were invited to the May 15

HSD Board of Education Meeting for formal recognition. As part of the criteria for the award, principals submitted nomination letters about first-year teachers who they believe are distinguished in student instruction, interactions with students, parents, faculty, staff and community members and who the principal believes have a quality that sets them apart from other first-year teachers. Nominees submitted narratives responding to the following questions or statements - describe one activity or time in your classroom this year that has brought special meaning to your professional life. What is happening in your classroom now involving instructional techniques and student learning that you consider successful? How do you incorporate the best of modern research and/or items from your professional growth workshops in the District this year into your daily successful learning activities? Describe the person or event that influenced your decision to become a teacher.

Pattonville Names Teacher, Support Staff of the Year The Pattonville School District announced the honorees for Pattonville Teacher of the Year and Pattonville Support Staff Employee of the Year during its annual District Appreciation Night on May 7. Abigail Williams, an instrumental music teacher at Pattonville Heights Middle School, was named Pattonville Teacher of the Year. Glennora Genail, a custodian at Pattonville High School, was selected Pattonville Support Staff Employee of the Year. To view a gallery of photos from District Appreciation Night, go to events.

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psdr3.org. Williams was chosen for Pattonville Teacher of the Year by a committee of staff and parents after being named Pattonville Middle School Teacher of the Year. Finalists for Teacher of the Year were Tammy Anderson, fifth-grade teacher at Bridgeway Elementary, who was named Pattonville Elementary Teacher of the Year, and Amy Adam, an English teacher at Pattonville High School, who was named Pattonville High School Teacher of the Year. Teacher of the Year semifinalists included Elizabeth Brisch, an elementary gifted education teacher in the ALPHA gifted program; Jennifer Zurweller-Ballmann, a Bridgeway kindergarten teacher; Christy Cox, a math teacher, and Jessica Smith, a communication arts teacher, both from Holman; and Erin Mulanax

and Kenneth Smith, high school science teachers. Genail was chosen for the honor of Pattonville Support Staff Employee of the Year from a field of three finalists. Finalists were: Linda Burnett and Janet Grumke, secretaries at Holman Middle School. Semifinalists for the honor were Jon Downs, a paraprofessional at Holman and Debbie Forbes, a high school custodian.

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“The One and Only Ivan” An adorable young friend gives an old Silverback Ape hope for the future in “The One and Only Ivan,” a must-read by Katherine Applegate. As a baby, Ivan is snatched from the jungle. After his original owner gives him up, he’s adopted by Mack, the owner of Exit 8 Big Top Mall and Video Arcade. Mack bottlefed and diapered him, but as Ivan grows, and becomes less manageable, he’s turned out of the house and relegated to a cage behind glass, only released to perform with equally downtrodden wild animals at the Big Top Mall. Ivan endures 27 years of captivity, but he has the low-level glummies about being imprisoned. Things only get worse when the Big Top falls on hard times. Overnight Mack gets meaner to Ivan’s friend Stella, a kind elephant with a big heart and swollen foot. To make some cash for the Big Top, Ivan draws crayon pictures that Mack sells, but the ringleader needs another way to make money and arranges to buy a baby elephant to attract circus-goers – a newcomer named Ruby that becomes Ivan’s dear friend. More than anything Ivan doesn’t want Ruby to suffer the same fate as he has, a life in captivity being a “one and only.” The great ape goes to great means to do everything he can to prevent this from happening in a story that will touch the hearts of readers 8 to 84.

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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. Felipe _____, Formula One racer 6. Holiday helper 9. *This Harvard team rows on Boston’s Charles River 13. “Get _ ____ job!” 14. Be a witness 15. *East side of Jersey 16. Catherine Middleton’s new accessory 17. ___ capita 18. *Native of Des Moines 19. Like a black-tie event 21. *In the middle of the U.S. 23. Often comes before “out” 24. 8 to Caesar 25. Rudyard Kipling novel 28. ____-de-camp 30. To produce within 35. Black tropical cuckoos

37. Elton John and Bono, e.g. 39. Lined with crystals 40. Anything half-moon shaped 41. Brother of a certain secret order 43. Largest continent 44. It usually wafts 46. Farmer’s storage 47. Short for “dictionary” 48. Navy rank 50. Like #44 Across, this also wafts 52. ___ degree 53. Birdbrain 55. Small protuberance 57. *Steamboat and Old Faithful, e.g. 61. PBS street 64. German submarine destroyer 65. Philosophical system 67. “On a _____ of 1 to 10” 69. Averages

70. Water in Paris 71. Tiny amounts 72. Bent when genuflecting 73. Decay 74. Beside, archaic DOWN 1. Dojo pad 2. *Like Mohave Desert 3. Popular cooking method for Ahi tuna 4. Hindu woman’s dress 5. *Mount McKinley state 6. Oscar of sports 7. ___ Harvey Oswald 8. Nobel-winning physicist 9. Grub 10. U.S. furniture maker 11. Time periods 12. Moved or exited

15. Building side 20. Temblor or quake 22. Mad King George, or George ___ 24. Particular rendering 25. *Southernmost point of U.S. 26. Contain the ashes 27. King of ancient Crete 29. Buenos ____ 31. Necklace pearl, e.g. 32. Violinist’s pine resin 33. Court order, e.g. 34. End of the road? 36. 18-wheeler 38. Auctioneer’s exclamation 42. Not a soul 45. Ends of shoe laces

49. And not 51. *Western neighbor to #5 Down 54. Twig of a willow tree 56. Comes in bits for salads 57. Thick messy substance 58. Jet black 59. Yesteryear 60. Equal 61. Plant fungus 62. Friend from Down Under 63. Distinctive elegance 66. ___ Paolo 68. *Three ahead of PST See answers page 13

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This Weeks Shelter: All Paws Rescue • PO Box 1274, OFallon, MO 63366 • PAWS Line: 636-288-2999 • Email: adopt@allpawsrescue.info All pets are spayed/neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccinations and on a flea/tick preventative. Cats are tested for FIV/FeLV and dogs are tested for heartworms.

The U.S. Humane Society estimates 6 to 8 million dogs and cats enter shelters each year, and 3 to 4 million are euthanized. Please do your part to control overpopulation and to limit the number of unwanted animals. SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PETS!

May 16, 2012

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Johnny Depp has been learning a hard lesson, namely that moviegoers will not embrace every single film role that he takes. After a miserable failure in “The Rum Diary,” Depp follows it up with “Dark Shadows,” a big screen adaptation of the classic daytime soap opera. Even with frequent collaborators Tim Burton and Helena Bonham Carter on hand, the actor can’t squeeze laughs out of this dreary film. Depp plays Barnabas Collins, an 18th Century native of Liverpool, England who settles in America with his family. The heir to a successful fish cannery, Collins spurns the affections of a witch and she, in turn, transforms him into a creature of the night. To further punish Barnabas, the witch buries him in the ground so he has time to think. Flash forward to 1972 and Collins is awakened by construction workers. He soon learns that his family’s fortune has dwindled, something that he vows to change. Barnabas also becomes enchanted with Victoria (Bella Heathcote), a young governess who resembles his lost love from centuries past. He desperately wants to win her affections and regain his humanity. Unfortunately, the witch, now known as Angelique (Eva Green), runs a successful cannery in the same town. Over the centuries, Angelique hasn’t forgiven Barnabas for rejecting her love and vows to win him back at any cost. Director Tim Burton teams up with Johnny Depp once

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more for “Dark Shadows,” building the elaborate, intricate sets that are his trademarks. Even this reliable team can’t deliver the goods with this film. It’s an adaptation that handles neither the comedy nor the drama very well. Depp is overly dependent on roles requiring grotesque makeup, such as the latest installment of “Pirates of the Caribbean” or his odd turn as the Mad Hatter in “Alice in Wonderland.” Depp has real talent, but he wants to bury it under a layer of latex prosthetics. Where is the powerhouse actor who starred in “Public Enemies” or “Finding Neverland” not so

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long ago? Burton also squanders the talents of his other cast members, most notably Chloe Grace Moretz. As Carolyn Stoddard, the young actress wanders around in a daze wearing fashions that were popular back in the 1970s. Even when the audience learns more about the character, it doesn’t do enough to redeem her lackluster

performance. “Dark Shadows” has the potential to be a terrifying thriller or an outrageous period comedy. Burton tries to hedge his bets and do both, but with disastrous results. “Dark Shadows,” rated PG-13 for comic horror violence, sexual content, some drug use, language and smoking, currently is playing in theaters.

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Sports You See... With Gary B. This Friday T.R. Hughes Stadium Starts Baseball Watch All Home Games on the Internet For about nine months the stadium has been silent from baseball. May 18 ends the long off-season and we’ll hear the famous words, “Play ball!” barked out by the home plate umpire. The River City Rascals Professional Baseball Team will have a new look this year with many new players on the field and new concessions for the fans. You can watch the home games by going to the Rascals website. “The River City Rascals are pleased to be able to partner with STL Sports Productions (Joel Anderson) again this season,” said Rascals GM Dan Dial. “Their professionalism and knowledge is second to none and they provide a great service to our fans that could never be replaced.” For more information on all this year’s promotions, go to www.RiverCityRascals.com. ~~~Ruffy is getting ready too 24-Hour Fitness Partners with Harlem Globetrotters Skills Clinic at St. Charles Location For the first time in history, the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters are teaming with fitness club industry leader, 24 Hour Fitness, to host 120 summer skills clinics for youth across the U.S. They will work with fans ages 6 to 14. Participants will get a glimpse behind the curtain to see the magic behind the Globetrotters’ electrifying basketball skills and tricks. Participants will also learn about the importance of staying active and eating healthy. About 40 innovative clinics will take at different 24 Hour Fitness clubs in nine states over a 10-week period this summer, including two locations in St. Louis – St. Charles and Arnold.

“We are excited to partner with 24 Hour Fitness on this innovative program that combines the world’s most entertaining basketball team and a national fitness leader,” said Harlem Globetrotters CEO Kurt Schneider. “These clinics are an extension of our brand and allow our fans to experience unparalleled interaction with our talented players, while promoting health and wellness for children in a fun setting.” Each clinic will be conducted by current Globetrotter players. Two, three-hour clinics will be held during the following dates and times at these 24 Hour Fitness locations: • 1095 Regency Parkway; St. Charles , MO 63303; June 4-6; 8:30-11:30 a.m. and 2 – 5 p.m. • 215 Arnold Crossing; Arnold , MO ; June 7-8; 8:30-11:30 a.m. and 2 – 5 p.m. “Like the Harlem Globetrotters, 24 Hour Fitness believes in the importance of keeping our children active through physical activity and sports,” said Randy Drake, senior vice president of fitness and business development, 24 Hour Fitness. “We are excited to be able to offer these unique and entertaining basketball clinics to our members and partner with the iconic Globetrotters.” Registration information about the summer skills clinics may be found at www. harlemglobetrotters.com, where visitors can find a complete list of clinic locations, dates, and times. Thanks to Mark Fine, senior marketing director of the Harlem Globetrotters International, Incorporated for the information. ~~~Great bunch of athletes and performers Holt High Soccer Player Going to MO Baptist Member of All-Academic Team Holt senior Melissa Patchin has committed to play soccer for the Spartans of Missouri Baptist University. Her mother, Cindy and father, Pat, by her side, the mid-fielder signed her National Letter of Intent at Holt High School. Melissa has been named to the Gateway Athletic Conference All-Academic Team. She is also currently listed on Holt’s Honor Roll, is a member of the Indian Yearbook staff and tutors students through the Missouri A+ program. Melissa says she chose Missouri Baptist for its location and academic offerings. She plans to study either nursing or sports management. ~~~Nailed sports and the books-Great Job

Editorial

“Over the Fence”

Who Will Save Us from Being Saved? The latest recommendation from Centers for Disease Control is families should wear safety helmets when a tornado strikes. I wasn’t aware that tornados were a disease. I always thought they were Mother Nature’s way of reminding us to buy homeowners and burial insurance. The CDC also recommends wearing helmets when

riding bicycles and motorcycles lest we fall off or a bus runs over us. I always wear my motorcycle helmet to protect me if I hit a bridge abutment at 60 mph. Some meanies believe that motorcycle riders and bicycle riders shouldn’t wear helmets at all. They say the former are considered crazy and the latter are all too often holding up traffic. Not wearing helmets might decrease their numbers. This seems a bit harsh. I had to wear one during my construction days even if I was in the middle of a field holding a surveying rod. The overhead danger in an open field might be a pilot that drops an empty beer bottle out of a crop duster. Watching those guys fly often made me think they were imbibing while zooming over crops. They also wear helmets just in case they accidentally fly into a fence post. I’m sure a helmet will help. I don’t know where this helmet business will stop but it occurs to me that maybe we’re missing the boat, so to speak. Perhaps we should wear helmets for more reasons than even the CDC folks suggest. After watching cell phone users, I can’t www.rivercityrascals.com believe the CDC wouldn’t suggest they wear helmets too. I noticed they gave driver survival statistics on most forms of transportation but they seem to ignore drivers on cell phones. At quid pro

quo, I hereby demand that all vehicle drivers wear safety helmets to protect them from cell phone users! After all, it’s only fair, if not safer. Cell phone jabbering probably causes more accidents than drunks and not only while driving. I saw a young woman gabbing on a cell phone walk into a light standard on the sidewalk and end up with a big lump on her noggin. To be fair, I too walked into a solid object once, but this was from ogling a shapely adorable in a mini dress. I only suffered embarrassment. Helmets have little effect on embarrassment. They have little effect on changing attitudes as well. There will always be accidents of all types no matter how hard we try not to have them. However, Southern comedian Dave Gardner once quipped, “I don’t believe in accidents. They’re premeditated carelessness.” Maybe this is why we keep trying to save people from themselves but we can only pass laws to make people feel a financial sting if they aren’t careful. If we’re caught speeding, we pay fines. If we work on a construction site without a helmet, we might be fired. If we ride motorcycles without helmets, we pay a fine…at least here in Missouri. Illinois doesn’t have motorcycle helmet laws, which means thousands of Missouri motorcycle riders go to Illinois for a helmetless, 60 mph scalp massage. It’s also a way to meet one’s maker or anger the emergency room docs by interfering with 18 holes plus martini breaks. Thus, through local and state fines, we make things safer for riders, drivers and ne’er-do-wells while paying salaries of dysfunctional elected officials and governmental meddlers. Perhaps the CDC folks should wear helmets to protect them from clubwielding mobs that tire of being saved from themselves and the occasional flying roof truss.

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Mommy Jeopardy

It’s hard for me to just jump on the elliptical and start moving. Face it. Ellipticizing is boring. You can’t really read a magazine (at least I can’t without falling off and injuring myself), and I’m not the type that can meditate while on a machine. My mind wanders. Some people use MP3 players to make the time pass. I tried that, but my kids’ MP3 players are filled with the “Real Men of Genius” spots…and last week I nearly fell off the machine laughing. When music plays on the MP3, my kids politely request that I not sing along. That’s impossible. I know I can’t carry a tune in a bucket, but that doesn’t stop me. So, unoriginal as it sounds, I turn to the television while burning calories. All it takes to make time fly is a rousing round of “Jeopardy!” It’s not that Alex Trebec does anything for me. I like to challenge my brain. Much of the day is spent schlepping three kids, grocery shopping and cleaning…things that just don’t use a lot of brain power, so it’s nice to give my brain and muscles a simultaneous workout. Some days I luck out and can answer many of the “Jeopardy!” questions. Many times, though, I discover that my knowledge on subjects like Greek mythology has flown the coop…only to be replaced by Sponge Bob trivia. One of these days I’m going to sit down and design

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a trivia game just for moms (and dads, too). The game would go something like this: (Contestant) “Alex, I’ll take ‘Name That Look’ for $800, please.” (Host) “Certainly, Shell. The answer is: Sitting on the sofa at 1 a.m., unblinking eyes to the door.” (Contestant) “Ooh! Ooh!” (Which, coincidentally, would replace the stupid button players have to push on “Jeopardy!”) “What is the ‘You’re two hours late. Haven’t you ever heard of a phone? look?” (Host) “Well done, Shelly. Select again, please.” (Contestant) “Alex, let’s move on to children’s television for $1,000.” (Host) “Feeling adventurous today, eh, Shell? Here we go. They portrayed Mr. Conductor on the hit show, “Thomas the Tank Engine,” before Alec Baldwin.” (Contestant, laughing out loud) “Ha! I mean, Ooh! Ooh! Who are Ringo Starr and George Carlin?” (Host) “My goodness, Shelly, you’re kickin’ some “Mommy Jeopardy” butt today. Where would you like to go next?” (Contestant) “Let’s go ‘Name that Stain’ for $600, Alex.” (Host) “Alrighty, then. And remember, it’s a video answer.” It takes the contestant, me, about two seconds to

recognize and ring in. (Contestant) “Ooh! Ooh!” (Host) “Go for it, Shell.” (Contestant) “What are the yogurt, popsicle and one teaspoon of cough syrup my 16 yearold brought forth last week?” You see, in my version of “Jeopardy!” I pretty much always win. Other great mommy-only categories would be: • Line up the kids and pick out the fibber • I didn’t do it, she did • What’s for dinner, Mom? • Not now, Mommy’s on the phone (or in the shower) • Body parts that change after childbirth • Creative recipes using macaroni, peanut butter and/or hot dogs When “Mommy Jeopardy” is a humungous hit on the Game Show Network, I will go head-to-head with Ken Jennings and emerge victorious! Until that day arrives, I’ll keep ellipticizing and fanaticizing about being a contestant. Who knows? Maybe I’ll learn something new.

Great Gluten-Free Grilling (Family Features) Cookouts, picnics and barbecues mean sharing food and good fun with family and friends. For those living gluten-free, whether due to dietary restrictions or personal choice, these gatherings can cause added stress, as finding foods they can eat may prove difficult. Likewise, gluten-free eaters may worry they’ll be perceived as picky or difficult. But with today’s great tasting gluten-free options, such as cookies and brownies, hotdog and hamburger buns, and even pizza crusts, gluten-free individuals can now join in the hot-off-the-grill goodness.

Gluten-free breads, including hamburger and hotdog buns, have come a long way over the past few years. In fact, makers like Udi’s Gluten Free Foods are leading the way in making gluten-free products that taste just as good, if not better, than their gluten-filled counterparts. That means whether you’re noshing on a hamburger or a hotdog, you’ll have the freedom to choose a delicious gluten-free bun to wrap around your favorite cookout fare. Hosting your own backyard barbeque? Here are some simple tips to make gluten-free grilling deliciously easy and safe for all your guests: • Always check the labels. Gluten shows up in some surprising places, including marinades, condiments and even some processed meats. • Many grilling side dishes are naturally gluten-free, so set out plenty of potato salad, grilled vegetables, corn on the cob, melon and other fruits, and baked beans. • Grill any gluten-free foods first – that way you’ll avoid the possibility of cross-contamination with foods that do contain gluten. You can also grill individual meals inside foil or parchment packets and prevent cross-contamination that way, too. • If you’re going to someone else’s party, bring your own crackers and snacks, and even your own gluten-free buns. And, try this recipe for Spicy Slaw Dogs which is completely gluten-free, from the hot dogs and condiments to the tangy slaw and tender buns. You can find more great gluten-free recipes for grilling – and anytime – at www.udisglutenfree.com.

Spicy Slaw Dogs Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: - 1 pack Udi’s Gluten Free Hot Dog Buns - 2 tablespoons butter, softened - 2 tablespoons stone ground mustard, (gluten free) - 2 tablespoons ketchup - 1 tablespoon soy sauce, (gluten free) - 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil - 1 large garlic clove, minced - 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon honey - 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar - 6 cups finely shredded green cabbage, (about 1/2 head) - 3 fresh red or jalapeño chiles, (seeded and thinly sliced) - Salt to taste - Gluten-free hot dogs

Cut cross-hatches in hot dogs. Pour mixture onto a plate and roll hot dogs in it. Grill to desired doneness. Slaw: In large bowl, stir honey with sherry vinegar until honey is dissolved. Add shredded cabbage and chiles; season with salt and toss. Let stand until cabbage is slightly softened, tossing a few times, about 15 minutes.

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Place grilled hot dog in hot dog bun and top with slaw.

Directions: Hot dog buns: Mix together butter and mustard; spread on buns. Lightly toast buns on grill. Hot dogs: Mix together ketchup, soy sauce, vegetable oil and garlic in a small bowl.

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May 9 – June 27: Lifestyle for Living 2-4 p.m. Lutheran Church of the Atonement - Fellowship Hall. 1285 N. New Florissant Rd. Lifestyle for Living is an interactive 8-week program to help you improve your health. During this time you will have fun: learning how to read nutrition labels; planning healthy menus; learning how to make better choices when you’re on the go; preparing fun and nutritious foods; converting favorite recipes for better health; and learning relaxation techniques. We encourage families to take this course together. No charge for course, but please register ahead by calling the parish nurse office at 314-837-1090. *This project is funded in part by the Lutheran Foundation of St. Louis.

May 19: Annual Car Cruise and Community Party 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at Parker Road Baptist Church, 2675 Parker Road in Florissant. Free pork steak lunch and attendance prizes. Info: 314.831.6671.

May 22: Preschool/K5 Open House 6:30 p.m. at North County Christian School, 845 Dunn Rd., Florissant, 63031. For more info call 314-972-6227. June 2: Basement/Breakfast/Tailgate Sale 8 a.m. at Northside Christian Church, 9635 Hwy. 367. $5 breakfast ($2.50 for children under 10). $10 double parking spot to sell your treasures. Info: 314.868.5722.

May 19: Singles Dance 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. at the Moolah Shrine Hall, 12545 Fee Fee Road, St. Louis, MO 63146. Sponsored by Singles Again support group. $10. May 19: Springtime Spectacular 2 p.m By St. Louis Chordinals, an a cappella womens’ chorus plus Those Three Guys, a gospel bluegrass band at Church of the Master, 1325 Paddock & Parker, Florissant, MO. Handicap accessible and light refreshments served. Tickets: Group of 10 – $8, Advance single $10, Door $12. Contact Mary:314.428.8307, cut-off May 9. Doors open 1:30 p.m. Directions/ Info: Ann, 314.831.8127. 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 concessions for sale. Advance registration required. Fee is $15 per table. 314615-8839.

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May 19: Ferguson Twilight 5K 5 p.m. - 1 mile fun run, 6 p.m. - 5K run/walk, 6:30 p.m. - concert, 7:30 p.m. - awards. $25 registration - $5 discount for ages 19 and under. Info: www.LiveWellFerg5K.com or LiveWellFerg5K@gmail.com.

Every Wednesday in May: Senior Tai Chi Class at Garden Villas North Guests are welcome to join our 4 week, free class at Garden Villas North. Light snacks available. Please RSVP 314.355.6100, seating

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

Saturdays: ESL Classes 10 – 11:30 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Chapel, 11100 Old Halls Ferry Road, St. Louis. Free. All are welcome. Info: 314.849.6949.

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 2: Clarksville Regional Chili Cook-off 11 a.m.–5 p.m. at River Front Park. $3 per person (10 and under are free). Chili samples $.50 each. Winner qualifies for World Champion Chili Cook-off. Info: Linda at 573.754.0335 or lwblakey@sbcglobal.net. June 2: Block Party The Overland Business Association presents a parade, 5K run/ walk, car show and more during the Block Party. Info: www.overlandbusinessassociation.org. June 2-3: General Daniel Bisell House Swap Meet 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at 10255 Bellefontaine Road, St. Louis, Mo. 63137. $20 for exhibit space. Free public admission. Sellers register in advance at 314.544.6224 or mkollbaum@stlouisco.com or mkladky@stlouisco.com. June 2: MFA Oil Poker Run Grab your motorcycle, rev up your sports car or load up your minivan for the second annual MFA Oil Poker Run.All Poker Run proceeds

will be split equally between Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mid-Missouri and University of Missouri Children’s Hospital. There will be five routes to choose from, with starting points in Columbia, Jefferson City, Sedalia, Lake Ozark and O’Fallon. All routes are approximately 100 miles and include seven stops, with a live auction and announcement of winners following lunch at Memorial Park in Jefferson City. Lunch starts at noon. Individual Entries (includes lunch): $20 each (through May 11) $30 each (May 12 thru event day) Multiple hands may be purchased. 18 or older to register. $5 entry fee for lunch only avail. for purchase on event day. For more info on the MFA Oil Poker Run, email us at khauser@mfaoil.com. June 8: Greater North County Chamber Golf Tournament 12 p.m. at the Golf Club of Florissant. $99 per golfer includes: golf, cart, lunch, dinner, six drink tickets, and prizes. Register online www.greaternorthcountychamber. com or call 314.831.3500. June 18: NWCC Golf Tournament 10:30 a.m. registration at Innsbrook Golf Course. $150 per golfer: box lunch, prime rib dinner, contests and more. Info: 314.291.2191. June 23-24: Pond-o-Rama 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tour St Louis Water Gardening Society members’ ponds and gardens. $15 each. Under 18 free. Info: www.slwgs.org or 314.995.2988. 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 314-522-

0475 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. 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 Inviting All Florissant Senior Citizens To Join One Of The Bingo Clubs With The City Of Florissant!! Please contact the Florissant Senior Office for more information at 839-7604. • Monday Club: Meets every Monday for Bingo from 11:30-2:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwich coffee and tea are available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area locations are also scheduled. • Florissant Older Adult Club: Meets the second Tuesday of each month from 11-1:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring your lunch! Bingo, Trips, Speakers and special events are planned. • Wednesday Club: Meets every Wednesday for Bingo from 11:302:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwichcoffee and tea available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area locations are also available. Every Sunday Now-Oct.: Free Tours at Old Ferdinand Shrine 1-4 p.m. #1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, MO. Also, on Fri., Sat.

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and Sun. on May 4, 5 & 6. For info, call: Vicki Wittman 314-921-7582 or email: vicray01@aol.com. Last Saturday of Each Month: Writers Workshop 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Looking for new Authors and Songwriters. Come join us and let us help you with your dream. We have Authors, Songwriters, Playwrites, Teachers and more. Meet at the Baden Liberary 8448 Church Rd. For more info call 314-388-2400. 1962 Hazelwood High School Reunion Graduates from the class of 1962 are invited to attend the 50th Reunion in June 2012. Please contact Shirley at 314.799.1147 (cell phone) for more info. 1967 Hazelwood High School Reunion: We are looking for classmates of Class of 1967 Hazelwood High School. We are having a 45th reunion in 2012. Please contact Kay at 1967hhshi@gmail.com or 636 745-2601 for more information. Health 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. Christian Hospital May 16: Lung Function Screening 9-10 a.m. An estimated 10 million people in the United States have asthma. This disease is becoming more widespread. Asthma rates are rising in Missouri and are higher than the national average. Stop by the information booth and you will have an opportunity to participate in a free lung function screening. In the Jamestown Mall Food Court . Free. Call 314-7479355 to register. May 22: Village North Senior Health & Resource Fair ‘Celebrating the Journey’ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Vendors will be providing information to seniors to promote healthy and active living. Health screenings include blood pressure, glucose, BMI/ body fat analysis, glaucoma and mammography. Information provided by AARP, BJC Home Care,

Lifeline through BJC, Center for Senior Renewal at Christian Hospital and many more. Live demonstrations of WII gaming activities for seniors and other activities to promote fitness and socialization. At Village North Retirement Community, just west of Christian Hospital off Dunn Rd.Call 314-7479355 to register.

available at SSM St. Joseph Health Center, 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles, SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, SSM St. Joseph Medical Park, 1475 Kisker Road in St. Peters, and SSM St. Joseph Health Center-Wentzville, 500 Medical Drive in Wentzville. For more information, call 636-947-5617.

320 N. Forsyth Blvd in Clayton; lower level in Samuel United Church of Christ; contact 314968-3477. • 2nd and 4th Tuesday: 6:30-8 p.m. 2 Progress Point Parkway in O’Fallon, MO; 4th floor conference room of Progress West Hospital; contact 636-561-1407.

June 11: Look Good, Feel Better 10 a.m. - noon: Anyone currently undergoing or just finishing cancer treatment is invited to experience a free makeover from certified cosmetologists that includes demonstrations on the use of wigs, turbans and scarves, nail care and cosmetics use. Complimentary cosmetics and skin care products provided. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society. At Christian Hospital Cancer Resource Center, Building 2, 11125 Dunn Rd. It’s Free. Call 314-747-9355 to register.

Speaker’s Bureau Our SSM speakers are available for organizations, clubs, community and church groups. Our health professionals will speak up to one hour free of charge. A variety of health care topics can be presented to your group or organization. Call 636-949-7159 for more information.

Every Wednesday: 7:30 - 9 p.m. Naranon 7:30 – 9 p.m. New Choices NarAnon Family Group at Zion Lutheran Church, 12075 Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights, Mo 63043. Info: email MoreInformation@att. net or visit www.Nar-Anon.org.

SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings 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. SSM DePaul Wellness Center Tired of getting locked into longterm memberships that you never use? Join the DePaul Wellness Center and receive a personalized program for your specific needs. Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation. Call 314-344-6177 for more details. SSM St. Joseph Hospital Healthy Happenings Free Mammogram Screenings SSM Health Care offers free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance, by appointment only. Must meet qualifications. Appointments are

Ongoing Support Groups Every Wednesday: Weekly Cancer Survivor’s Support Group 3-4:30 p.m. Join other survivors to discuss dealing emotionally with treatments; managing anxiety and depression; sexuality; finding strength and hope; family and financial pressures; and more. Cost: Free. In the H.W. Koenig Medical Building at SSM St. Joseph Hospital West. Register: Call 636-755-3034. Every Monday: Tobacco Free for Life Support Group 7–8 p.m. Designed for those who want to quit smoking, as well as those who have successfully quit. Discover more information about how to quit, or find reassurance and support. Cost: Free. At St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd., 63376. Register: Call 636-947-5304. 12 Step Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Meets in 4 locations in the metro St Louis area. Can email for further information: metrostlouissia@ gmail.com. • Every Sunday: 6:30-8 p.m. 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City; lower level of Holy Communion Episcopal Church; contact 314-993-5421. • 1st and 3rd Monday: 9:30-11 a.m. 500 Medical Dr in Wentzville; doctors dining room of St Joseph Hospital; contact 636-561-1407. • 1st and 3rd Tuesday: 12:30-2 p.m.

Thursdays: 6:30 - 8 p.m. Grief Share Support Group At Ferguson Church of the Nazarene, 1309 N. Elizabeth Ave., Ferguson, Mo. 63135. Support group for those who have lost a loved one. Info: Lee Cedra at leecedra@sbcglobal.net. Mon. & Thurs, ongoing: 11 a.m. 12 p.m. Breathe Designed for people with pulmonary disease – participants focus on deep breathing, exercises and relaxation. Graham Medical Center, 1150 Graham Rd. Suite 104. $30. Call 314-953-6090 to register or for more information. Wednesdays: 6:30-7:30 p.m. STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group This nationally recognized program provides education and support for those with schizophrenia. Group is facilitated by an experienced STEPS nurse. For info, call 314-839-3171. Diabetes Basics Proper diabetes treatment and education can help you learn to live well with diabetes. Call 314.344.7024 for info or 314.3447220 to enroll.

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ment at 314.344.7220. The classes are covered by most insurance plans. Nutrition Education SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you. Call 314.344.6157 for information. Calcium Scoring Heart Scan Program SSM DePaul Health Center. This program uses advanced (CT) imaging to scan the arteries around the heart and measure or score the amount of calcium present in the plaque deposits. This screening, in combination with other heart disease risk factors (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, physical inactivity, etc.) can help determine an overall picture of your current heart health and your risk for developing heart disease. Call 314.344.6030 to learn more about the heart scan program or to schedule an appointment. SSM St. Joseph Health Center & Hospital West Auxiliary Non profit organization assisting the hosp. by holding fund raisering activities, being of service to patients, families, employees & physicians and acting as good will ambassadors to community. We welcome new member. Call Barb Hutchinson 636.947.5466. The Barnes St. Peters Hospital Auxiliary is looking for New Members If you would like to become a member please call 636.916.9664.

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Spanish Lake Garden Tour & Plant Sale The Spanish Lake Garden Tour and Plant Sale will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 20. The Plant Sale will be held on the grounds of the Twillman House, 11840 Bellefontaine Road in Spanish Lake where the Garden Tour will also begin. The plant sale features plants from the gardens on the tour and annuals from locally owned, for three generations, Windy Hill Farm and Greenhouses. Sponsored by the Spanish Lake Community Association, the tour features nine residential and three community gardens from butterfly and cottage to organic vegetable and perennial beds. A special treat this year is a 150 acre estate, built in the 1920s overlooking the Missouri River, and open to the public for the first time in over 30

years. This estate has an acre of sunken gardens, now being restored, described in the 1939 St. Louis Globe Democrat as the "showpiece of the area." On the day of the tour, tickets are $15 per person at the Twillman House, where ticket holders will also pick up their tour maps and programs. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $10 per person at Miller’s Auto Service, 12300 Bellefontaine or by mail to the Spanish Lake Community Association, P.O. Box 372082, St. Louis, MO 63138. Proceeds will benefit the restoration of the Twillman House, the historic building the community association is renovating as a Community Center for Spanish Lake residents.

Missouri State Parks Encourages Participation in National “Kids to Parks Day” Missouri State Parks encourages all Missourians to get out in a park on National Kids to Parks Day, May 19. This national event is sponsored by the National Park Trust and endorsed by Missouri State Parks. Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon proclaimed May 19 as Kids to Parks Day in Missouri and encouraged Missourians of all ages to get outside and enjoy our state and local parks. “Connecting a child with the outdoors provides physical, mental and spiritual benefits. We encourage you to head out to the park of your choice for a fun-filled day in the outdoors,” said Bill Bryan, director of Missouri State Parks, a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Missouri is home to award-winning state and

local parks. Parks provide an opportunity for children to engage in active lifestyles while experiencing all that nature has to offer. Whether it is a hike, a swim, or a bike ride all outdoor activities contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Gov. Nixon created the Children in Nature Challenge to encourage activities that introduce children to nature year-round. Communities and families can participate in the challenge. Learn more about the challenge at childreninnature. mo.gov. For more information on the National Kids to Parks Day, visit kidstoparks.org. For more information on Missouri state parks and historic sites or to find events planned on May 19, go to mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

Recent Storms Call for Reminder About Solicitors' Requirements The powerful storms that struck the St. Louis region on April 28 damaged a significant number of homes, businesses and vehicles in Maryland Heights. Because the damaged property will need to be repaired or replaced, residents are likely to notice an increase in solicitation activity by businesses that provide these services. The city would like to remind both residents and would-be solicitors of the city's ordinances related to door-to-door marketing activities. While this activity is legal in Maryland Heights, solicitors are required to obtain a license and in some cases, pay a fee before they make their rounds in neighborhoods. The city has also established several ordinances to prevent them from becoming a nuisance to residents. According to city code, a solicitor is anyone who seeks to obtain orders for any goods, merchandise or services (including subscriptions to magazines and other publications) or requests money, credit, property or financial assistance for a charitable, educational or religious cause. Solicitation does not include requests made by mail or phone or the distribution of flyers or advertisements to residences. In Maryland Heights, solicitors are required to have a certificate of registration from the city before they can legally knock on the door. Solicitors need to apply for the certificate at least five working days before the solicitation is to take place and pay a $25 fee. Applicants are also required to obtain a criminal background check through the Missouri Highway Patrol and submit it with the application. If someone knocks on your door with something to sell or a cause to promote, you have the right to ask to see their certificate of registration. If they are unable to do so, you are encouraged to report the person(s) to the police department at 314.298.8700. In addition to requiring a certificate of registration, solicitors' activities are restricted in the following ways: • Solicitors are prohibited from knocking on doors or ringing doorbells between the hours of 8 p.m. and 9 a.m. • Solicitors may not visit properties marked with "No Trespassing" or "No Soliciting Allowed" signs. • Solicitors may not stand in public rights-of-way – including roadway shoulders and medians – to solicit or distribute material to drivers and passengers in motor vehicles. For more information, contact the Department of Community Development at 314.291.6550.