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June 26, 2019

Reaching out to veterans

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Pg. F-1 Photo courtesy The Kaufman Fund On May 9, the new Mental Health Collaborative, which is a partnership created by The Kaufman Fund with the Veterans Administration (VA) and five mental health service organizations, was officially announced at the American Legion’s breakfast meeting in Creve Coeur. The new program will improve access to clinical services and mental health needs for veterans and their families.

New collaborative spearheaded by The Kaufman Fund will improve access to clinical services and mental health needs for veterans and their families

By Charlotte Beard It’s been stated that every day 20 veterans die from suicide in the United States and 14 of them were not enrolled in the VA health care system. For two years The Kaufman Fund, known for their support of veterans and their families, worked to implement measures that will address the mental health concerns for this population.

On May 9, the new Mental Health Collaborative, which is a partnership created by The Kaufman Fund with the Veterans Administration (VA) and five mental

health service organizations, was officially announced at the American Legion’s breakfast meeting in Creve Coeur. The new program will improve access to clinical services and mental health needs for veterans and their families.

The five agencies that are part of the collaboration to provide services and expand mental health access are: Jewish Family & Children’s Service, Lutheran Family and Children’s Services of Missouri, Missouri Veterans Endeavor, Provident Behavioral

Health, and St. Louis Counseling (formerly Catholic Family Services).

Ken Weintraub, who is certified in social work, serves on the Advisory Board for The Kaufman Fund and is the volunteer coordinator for the collaborative shares how the initiative began.

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who are married, have a partner or children. It is our understanding that in many cases the VA cannot provide counseling for spouses and children. Mental health often is derived from a total family experience. So, the ability to begin linking the VA with these organizations within the VA’s CHOICE Program made a lot of sense because the organizations serve anyone in the family where counseling and service would be appropriate,” he said.

Wayne Kaufman, President for The Kaufman Fund stated, “The VA can take care of a veteran that has mental health (issues) but it’s hard for them and sometimes hard for the veteran to get the children and the family involved. A mental health problem is no different than a drug problem or an alcohol problem and it affects the whole family. By going through The Kaufman Fund, with our partners and all these different agencies, we’re able to take on the veterans that the VA cannot help or get to. (In addition), there are a lot of veterans for whatever reason that don’t want to go to the VA. So, this is another avenue to go through The Kaufman Fund – to get these veterans and these families help. St. Louis is going to be a pilot program with the VA, and I am sure that when the VA sees (its progress), with our help they’ll be able to take it across the United States.”

The Kaufman Fund stresses the importance of all veterans and their family members being aware of the number to call in an extreme crisis, such as suicide: 1-800-273-8255. However, this mental health service is being made available to improve mental health as well as help prevent suicide cases. The organization stresses that no veteran needs to be enrolled in the VA prior to them or any family member receiving assistance. Kaufman shares that not many veterans are enrolled in the VA. Weintraub stated, “Our main objective is to help veterans link up with the VA when we get a call for (various) help.

Many of these calls go directly to Wayne Kaufman as individuals call for dental assistance, legal assistance or other needs.”

Weintraub further explained that the advantage to having this collaborative that includes the five agencies is that one of them likely can assist in cases where the VA cannot. One example of a case in which the VA cannot help is in the case of a veteran who lacks an honorable discharge.

The Kaufman Fund provides that a referral to one of the five agencies in the collaborative may be issued by way of the VA St. Louis Health Care System (VASTLHCS), which determines specific service eligibility, or referral by other means if

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the veteran calls or walks into one of the agencies. In the case of VASTLHCS or its designated third-party, eligible veterans are provided a list of resources which includes the information about the agencies. In some cases, VASTLHCS will recommend a specific agency for the veteran based on the veteran’s needs.

For an agency that receives a direct call or walk-in from an eligible veteran not interested in services through the VA, the veteran will be enrolled in the agency’s appropriate services and be required to release information to Missouri Veteran’s Endeavor. If the agency is uncertain of the veteran’s eligibility it will provide the veteran the website (https://www.vets. gov/healthcare/apply) and toll free phone number (1-877-222-8387) to verify their eligibility.

“The agencies who are partnered with us are all licensed clinicians,” states Weintraub, “whether they be professional counselors or social workers. They all have appropriate training and licensing with the state.”

The Kaufman Fund welcomes all donors and sponsors interested in their efforts call 314-753-8355. For more information about The Kaufman Fund Mental Health Collaborative visit https://www. thekaufmanfund.org/mental-health-collaborative.

By Dr. Larry A. Brown

How to ‘have a nice day’ “Have a nice day” has become one of the most widely used conversation closing statements of all times. Whether it be the conclusion of a telephone discussion, email contact or the ending of a face to face dialogue, one of the participating parties is most likely going to say “Have a nice day.”

Of course, no instructions are given to ensure such an occurrence, but perhaps the speaker in some magical or mystic way is declaring that the intended receiver of the statement will have this pleasant experience because it has been declared to them.

We all know, though, that everyone does not possess that kind of power – to speak things into existence. I must say, however, that it is entirely possible and most desirable for as many people as possible, to actually “have a nice day.”

Rather than let a day unfold so that you take it as it comes and hope that everything works out ok, and that the day ends on a positive note, it is important to implement a process daily that will absolutely guarantee that you will “have a nice day.”

You must strive diligently to begin each day with a specific desire and plan to do at least one good deed to, or for someone. (Random acts of kindness benefit the donor as well as the recipient). The daily good deed does not have to be something spectacular. As a matter of fact, it should intentionally be something that is not earthshaking, because of the tendency to cause more attention to be focused on you, rather than the act itself.

Simple expressions of kindness and care for another person can be accomplished with very little cost of funds or time, but can reap huge benefits as you witness the very positive effect it has on the beneficiary and it will transcend to you as well.

The law of reciprocity will apply. “Sow and you likewise reap.” (Do something good for someone, and something good will be done for you!)

It’s a simple solution, but it works! Our company, Worknet, Inc., strives daily to find employment opportunities for people with disabilities, and our employees find happiness daily as they go about their tasks.

Our ministry offers you an opportunity to make a $10 donation and bless someone in the community with a t-shirt that says “I’m Alive. Let me Survive.”

If you wish to “have a nice day” in this manner, contact us at 314-995-5013.

Many people doing a little, can accomplish a lot when the energy is focused in the same positive direction. Have a nice day!

Dr. Larry A. Brown is Chairman of the Board and co-founder of Worknet, Inc., which has a national ten year contract with the Social Security Administration to find jobs for people with disabilities who are interested and qualified to enter the traditional workforce. He is also co-founder and president of Grace Chapel Ministries, former president of National Cable Training Centers, and president of Woodstock Industrial Products Group.

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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Community Partner Profile: Lindenwood University Lindenwood University, founded in 1827, is the second oldest university west of the Mississippi River. Lindenwood’s historic 200-acre campus is situated in the heart of St. Charles, a growing community of 67,000.

“Lindenwood College for Women” began as a finishing school for young women. Lindenwood became a Presbyterian college in 1853, a four-year college in 1918, a coeducational institution in 1969 and a comprehensive university in 1997. Evening programs were added in 1972, graduate degrees were offered for the first time in 1975 and Lindenwood’s first doctoral program began in 2007. The university has been continuously accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1921.

Offering more than 115 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in diverse areas of study and traditional and accelerated formats, including online, Lindenwood operates residential campuses in St. Charles and Belleville, Illinois, as well as several regional centers and a number of extension sites throughout Missouri. Lindenwood is known for innovation, entrepreneurship, and extraordinary dedication to its students.

Lindenwood University is a teaching university dedicated to providing real experiences, differentiating academic programs, promoting academic excellence, optimizing resources, and delivering a

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high-quality experience with the goal of successful student experience leading to lifetime success.

Faculty members are encouraged to engage in research projects that align with the university’s mission and provide students the opportunity to work alongside their professors.

The St. Charles campus in the NCAA, Division II, and the Great Lakes Valley Conference. The athletic programs at the Belleville campus compete in the NAIA and the Heart of America Athletic Conference.

The Florissant Police Department participates in 33rd annual Missouri Law Enforcement Torch Run

Photo courtesy city of Florissant Pictured above are the men and women of the Florissant Police Department getting ready to participate in the Law Enforcement Torch Run.

The Florissant Police Department was again a part of the Missouri Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) which celebrated its 33rd anniversary where Missouri Law Enforcement Officers participate and give their support to the Missouri Special Olympics. It’s more than a run; the mission of the Torch Run is a campaign to raise awareness and funds for Special Olympics.

The Missouri Police Chiefs Association is the founding law enforcement organization for Missouri’s Torch Run for Special Olympics. What began in 1986 as a 30-mile run is now an 11-day relay covering more than 950 miles with more than 2,500 runners. It originates in more than 40

locations and culminates at the site of the State Summer Games.

The Florissant Police Department’s runners received the torch from the St. Louis County Police Department’s runners at the Cross Keys Schnucks. From Cross Keys Schnucks the Florissant Police runners headed towards N. Hwy 67 and went south on N. Hwy 67 to the Goodwill store located at 455 N. Hwy 67, where they gave the torch to Hazelwood Police Department’s runners. The Florissant Police runners made a very brief stop at the police station where photos were taken in front of the station.

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Florissant’s Golf Course Superintendent named Master Greenkeeper In May of this year, Golf Course Superintendent CPD Approved status.

Sprunt stated, “I started my career in 1995, atAndrew Sprunt of Florissant Golf Club became tending Easton and Cannington the 80th BIGGA (British & InCollege. In 2001, I graduated ternational Golf Greenkeepers with a Bachelor of Science in Association) member to achieve Horticulture from Writtle Unithe Master Greenkeeper certiversity. I have worked at multiple fication. This difficult process golf courses in the UK, such as can be attested to by the fact Royal Norwich, De Vere Dunthat there are only 80 who have stan Hall, and The London Club. achieved it world-wide. This I did a grow-in at Aphrodite Hills year six new Master GreenkeepGolf Resort in Cyprus, and then ers were named by BIGGA, four headed to the United States as a from the United States and two global turf grass intern with the from the United Kingdom.

Ohio State University. I came to Along with a minimum of 200 Florissant Golf Club in 2008 as credit hours of formal/informal an Assistant Course Superinteneducation and training, just a few dent, and then in 2012 I became of the requirements for this presThis tigious honor include; 10 years Photo courtesy city of Florissant Course Superintendent. is an immense honor that was working as a greenkeeper, three years working as a head greenkeeper/course man- made possible with the assistance of many people ager/superintendent, two years on their current along with the backing of my family.”

Sprunt will be attending the certification award golf course in the position of head greenkeeper/ course manager/superintendent, and must be at presentation early in 2020.

The Walk Through History program unveils its 39th plaque in honor of Vietnam War Era MIA/POW Green Beret Stormy weather did not stop the crowd of people that came to celebrate the first Wednesday Night Out event of the year that was hosted by the VFW Post 4105 on May 29 with the theme “Proud to be an American.”

At approximately 7:45 p.m. many family and friends gathered inside the VFW Post to unveil the 39th Walk Through History plaque in honor of Sgt. 1st Class Charles F. Prevedel, a Vietnam Era MIA/ POW Green Beret.

Florissant Mayor Tim Lowery welcomed everyone that was in attendance as the 12th District Guard presented the colors and Lady J. Huston with the Photo courtesy city of Florissant Daughters of the American Revolution above (from left) is Florissant Mayor Tim Lowery, Joe Prevedel the brother of sang the National Anthem and at the end Pictured Sgt. 1st Class Charles F. Prevedel and his sister Judy Prevedel Larouere. Standing in the of the plaque dedication she also per- back (from left) is Joe’s wife Kate Prevedel and family member Patti Alvarez. formed “Taps” on her trumpet. Martha Richardson, the VFW 4105 Auxiliary President, his parents at Jefferson Barracks Cemetery. handled the POW/MIA ceremony. Joe Prevedel The search for other artifacts and remains conthe brother of Sgt. 1st Class Charles F. Prevedel tinued on. In 2011 the family was notified more said a few words. Scott Frame who is a VFW active remains were found. Those identified as Charles’ duty member assisted Joe Prevedel and his sister were again buried at Jefferson Barracks Cemetery.

Judy Prevedel Larouere in unveiling the plaque.

One other American’s remains were also identiU.S. Army Patriot Sgt. 1st Class Charles F. Pre- fied and buried in Arlington National Cemetery. vedel’s name is on the Vietnam Obelisk located In October 2011, the unidentified remains were at Koch Park in Florissant. He was awarded the interred in Arlington Cemetery. Charles name Bronze Star in 1969. Joint U.S.- Vietnamese teams is engraved, along with the other two American excavated an ambush site in 1990-1993, recov- soldiers, on this group burial site in Arlington ered remains and Prevedel’ s remains were DNA National Cemetery. The Charles F. Prevedel Fedidentified in 2003. In October of 2004, his remains eral Building honors him at 9700 Page Avenue in were returned to his family and buried very near Overland.

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Operation Food Search receives $25,000 from FRAC Operation Food Search (OFS), a nonprofit hunger relief organization, recently received $25,000 from the Food Research and Action Center (FRAC) and the Walmart Foundation. OFS will use this grant to continue building statewide support for Breakfast After the Bell models, which take breakfast out of the cafeteria and into the classroom to ensure all students have the opportunity to start their day well-fed and ready to succeed.

FRAC is the leading national nonprofit organization working to eradicate poverty-related hunger and undernutrition in the United States. FRAC works with hundreds of national, state and local nonprofit organizations, public agencies, corporations and labor organizations to address hunger, food

insecurity, and their root cause, poverty. The Walmart Foundation was created in 1982 to help support the communities Walmart serves. Together, Walmart and the Walmart Foundation generally provide more than $1 billion in cash and in-kind annual giving.

“Breakfast plays a key role in terms of a student’s health, academic performance, and overall success,” said OFS Executive Director Kristen Wild. “This generous grant allows our agency to provide critical assistance that will greatly impact the lives of our Missouri students.” Wild added that outcomes associated with eating breakfast at the beginning of each school day include benefits such as “decreased tardiness and absenteeism, as well as improved concentration and memory.”

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By Scott Shy

Circus Flora continues to dazzle St. Louis I first became aware of Circus Flora years ago on my daily commute downtown. Upon entering the city, I was shocked to see an elephant crossing the road. I now know that this was the original Flora that the circus is named for, taking her morning walk. Circus Flora has a rich and prestigious history of successfully blending elements of traditional European circus with modern theatre.

For over three decades, Circus Flora has dazzled St. Louis audiences young and old with its unique storytelling and world-class performers, becoming a beloved annual tradition. This year is no exception, as Circus Flora enters its 33rd season with “The Caper In Aisle 6,” running through June 30 at The Big Top in Grand Center.

The new show includes many audience favorites like the St. Louis Arches and The Flying Wallendas, while also introducing a number of unique new acts, characters, and sometimes the audience gets pulled into the act. While you are watching in amazement you are not aware of all the precision and technical knowhow Photo by Scott Shy on display in the execution of these aerial productions, or the incredi- Circus Flora enters its 33rd season with “The Caper In Aisle 6,” running through June 30 ble live music that you are enjoying. at The Big Top in Grand Center.

Special appreciation goes not only to those who have made this their art form, but to tainment with one major difference - available the production team whose skill and dedication and affordable parking!

Tickets for Circus Flora are now available make this all possible.

Once again Circus Flora provides quite a through all MetroTix outlets including www. night of good-hearted family fun. This is just MetroTix.com and by phone at 314-534-1111. one more example of how rich the entertain- Circus Flora, 314-827-3830. Visit www.circusment offerings are in our city. St. Louis rivals the flora.org for more information. Ticket prices much larger city of Chicago in arts and enter- range from $10-$60.

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The city of Hazelwood has chosen ARC Pyrotechnics to produce the Fourth of July pyromusical show for 2019. This year’s fireworks show is scheduled for July 4 in White Birch Park at 1186 Teson Road. Starting time is around 9:15 p.m.

The city of Hazelwood is paying ARC Pyrotechnics $24,000 to provide its annual fireworks show. ARC plans to launch 5,714 rocket shells during its program.

Of this amount, 1,118 will be large shells. Here is a breakdown of the shell totals: 440, 4” size shells; 582, 3” size shells and 96, 2.5” size shells. They will be choreographed to a soundtrack and scripted to match the tempo during a 20-minute program.

“Hazelwood’s annual Fourth of July fireworks are one of the most anticipated and attended events in our community,” said Doug Littlefield, Hazelwood’s Supertinendent of the Parks & Recreation Division.

“We chose ARC to do our pyromusical events because they are among the best at what they do. They use an assortment of firework effects that maximize people’s visual enjoyment and use a state-of-the-art computer

controlled firing system to precisely sync their rockets to the patriotic music.”

As in the past, there is no public parking at White Birch Park, with the exception of a limited number of disabled accessible spots.

Other parking areas include the following: Armstrong Elementary School; Hazelwood West High School; Howdershell Park; and the Knights of Columbus. Shuttle buses will be running back and forth between the park and Armstrong as well as Hazelwood West, starting at 7 p.m. Those who park their vehicles at Howdershell Park and Knights of Columbus can walk to the fireworks site.

To ensure the walking safety of local residents, the city of Hazelwood will be restricting parking on streets which surround White Birch Park. This will allow for safe arrival and departure of pedestrians from

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the park. The following streets will have signs posted saying, “NO PARKING FROM 6 PM TO 11 PM,” on July 4: Altavia Dr.; Chula Dr.; Monte Dr.; Christina Marie Lane; Christina Marie Court; Woodcrest Lane; Nathaniel Court; Amanda Lynn Dr.; Freeland Dr.; and Teson Road.

In the event rain postpones the fireworks display on July 4, plans are to reschedule for July 5. For more information, call the Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Office at 314-731-0980.

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Florissant to host Fourth of July festivities

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Florissant’s proud tradition of celebrating Independence Day continues this year on the grounds of the James J. Eagan Civic Center at Florissant Valley Park, which is located at the intersection of Parker Road and Waterford Drive.

Once again this year there will be food trucks to help celebrate, so come hungry. Here is the list of food trucks that will be there: Steamroller Bagel & Deli Food Truck, New York Tom’s, Kona Ice, Mann Meats and Midwest Kettlecorn with others possibly signing up.

Festivities begin with an outdoor concert performance by the Northwinds Concert Band at 7:30 p.m. Following the concert, the city of Florissant is sponsoring its renowned fireworks display at 9:15 p.m. This year’s extravaganza features a dazzling fireworks presentation combining brilliant shells, color sequencing, dimensional frontage and low and high level aerial combinations.

Florissant’s show has always been very heavily attended and is widely honored and acclaimed by thousands of Florissant and North County sightseers. So bring out the blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy top notch, free entertainment for

Reminder: Fireworks are prohibited by law in Florissant

the entire family.

In the event of inclement weather, the fireworks display only will be held the following evening (July 5 at 9:15 p.m.). For additional information, please call the James J. Eagan Center at 314-921-4466.

Over 200 people go to the emergency room on or near the Fourth of July each year. People die from different fireworks related accidents. The recent wet summers prevented an increase in the potential of fireworks-induced fires but we may not be as fortunate in the future. Small children and family pets can be terrorized by fireworks.

According to the Florissant Police Department, the city of Florissant and the nation has experienced a noticeable increase in the amount and size of the pyrotechnics that individuals are using near the Fourth of July and New Year’s Eve which has resulted in complaints of peace disturbance.

A more disturbing trend is the national increase in the discharge of fire arms for the Fourth of July and New Year’s. What goes up must come down and spent bullets can kill or maim a child, adult or pet and cause expensive property damage. Discharging firearms is always illegal and violators will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.

The sale, possession and use of fireworks are prohibited by law in section 215.020 of the Florissant City Code which was enacted by the city council several decades ago. This administration has placed a renewed priority on enforcement of this ordinance in an effort to prevent death, injury, fires and disturbance of the peace. Violators will be subject to a fine of up to $1,000.

The public is encouraged to notify the Police Department at 314831-7000 of any illegal fireworks or firearms activity.

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EVENTS June 26: 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.

June 28: Chicken dinner

Chicken 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.

June 28: Food Truck Knight

The Knights of Columbus Duchesne Council #2951 and the city of Florissant will be co-sponsoring a Food Truck Knight from 5 to 9 p.m. on the lot near the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine located at 50 rue St. Francois.

The trucks will serve until 8 p.m. and performing at the June event will be Topper Harley will perform until 8 p.m. (Some trucks may serve later).

Proceeds will benefit local nonprofit charities including the TEAM Food Pantry. Patrons are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for collection barrels that will be on site.

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 314-615-4516.

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.

Mondays: TOPS meeting

Tuesdays: Vietnam Association meeting

Come, join and take off those extra pounds. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) has meetings on Monday nights at 7 p.m. (weigh in begins at 6:35 p.m.) at 9124 St. Charles Rock Rd. 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.

Mondays: Workshop meetings

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

Mondays: A cappella singers

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

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

Mondays-Thursdays: Volunteers needed

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

Tuesdays: 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.

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.

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From 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. located at John F. Kennedy Center/Henry Koch Ctr., Howdershell Rd. at Charbonier Rd., Florissant. For more info contact Paul 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 are invited to attend.

Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

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

Thursdays: Korean War Veterans Association meeting

If you had military service in Korea between Sept. 3, 1945 and the present you are cordially invited to a meeting of Chapter 4, North County Korean War Veterans Association. Meetings take place at the VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant on the first Thursday of the month, starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.

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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.

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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.

www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • June 26, 2019 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.

Saturdays: Free walk-in clinic

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. –

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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.

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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 314605-3949.

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 the club room. For more information, contact 314-630-2671 or 314-330-7269.

Sundays: Jennings Do-Dads meeting

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.

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UMSL athletes excel in classroom The University of Missouri-St. Louis does very well in different sports in the area.

What is their performance when they hit the books, a question not asked very often?

There have been 12 of the 13 athletic teams combining for a GPA of 3.0 or higher, led by volleyball, which posted a 3.77.

Women’s tennis followed closely behind at a 3.73, while women’s swimming finished with a 3.62.

Men’s tennis had the highest team GPA among the male sports with a 3.626.

Individually, 74 percent of student-athletes posted a GPA of 3.0 or higher, while 43 recorded straight A’s, with 11 of those coming from volleyball.

For the 2018-19 academic year, UMSL posted a 3.34 GPA. *That is what we need to hear about more often River City has cooled off in the standings The defending West Division champion River City Rascals baseball club plays in the Frontier League with home games at the friendly confines of the CarShield Field in O’Fallon.

The team has only won four of their last 10 games due to a loss of several players…more to follow on that.

A recent series against the first place Florence Freedom in the Rascal’s backyard has been one of the toughest series to lose. In fact it was the first time this year that the River City club drop a series at home.

For more information go to www.RiverCityRascals.com *Need to kick it up and keep pace

Rascals have another player head to the MLB It is a great opportunity for these guys to move to the Major Leagues because that is why they are playing in O’Fallon. The departure of these ball players leaves a void in the roster but that does give another player an opportunity to show how they can contribute to the club.

The latest player went to the Cincinnati Reds who purchased the contract of River City Rascals starting pitcher Alec Byrd.

The left-hander is the third Rascals player to be signed by a major league organization this season, joining fellow pitchers Jackson Sigman went to the Milwaukee Brewers and Dalton Roach by our own St. Louis Cardinals.

Byrd made six starts for the Rascals in 2019, his first season with the team. The 24-year old was 2-1 with a 4.70 ERA across 30 2/3 innings, striking out 35 hitters while only walking 15.

He spent the past two seasons in the Colorado Rockies organization, after being drafted by that team in 2017 out of Florida State. *Go for the glory Lindenwood cross country season results Lindenwood University announced the men’s and women’s cross country teams results of the 2018 season in the NCAA Division II Regional.

The men’s squad placed 12th while the women’s team finished in 22nd to close out the season.

In the MIAA Championships, the men took fifth place, while the women took ninth place. *Great achievements 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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Lemon Bars

hile lemon is a traditional summer flavor, you can add a little extra to your gatherings – from picnics and brunches – with this classic dessert. Quick and easy to make, these Lemon Bars feature a soft crust and a tangy, sweet filling topped with powdered sugar.

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Recipe adapted from Better Homes and Gardens

Ingredients Nonstick cooking spray 2 cups, plus 3 tablespoons, all-purpose flour, divided 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus additional, for topping 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt

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minutes.

Heat oven to 350° F.

To make filling: In medium bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, remaining flour, lemon zest, lemon juice and light cream.

Line 9-by-13-inch baking pan with foil; allow overhang. Grease foil with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.

3/4 cup butter 4 eggs, lightly beaten

In large bowl, whisk 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, cornstarch and salt.

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 teaspoon lemon zest 3/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup light cream, half-and-half or milk

Using pastry blender, cut in butter until mixture resembles crumbs. Press mixture into bottom of baking pan. Bake 18-20

Pour filling over hot crust. Bake 15-20 minutes.

Cool completely on wire rack.

Grasp foil overhang and lift from pan. Cut into bars. Sprinkle powdered sugar over bars before serving.

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‘Yesterday’ pays homage to the Beatles

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By Steve Bryan

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

n 1980, John Lennon and Yoko Ono released “Double Fantasy,” a studio album that turned out to be his last. In December of that year, a fan named Mark David Chapman shot the musical legend outside his home in the Dakota apartment building.

The album gained popularity over the next few months and, for me, served as a melancholy soundtrack for life in the early 1980’s.

Fans of Lennon and the Beatles will find a lot to love about “Yesterday,” a film that reminds us once again how talented he and his colleagues were. It’s also a charming story about pursuing your dreams and encouraging us to always tell the important people in our lives how we feel about them.

Jack Malik (Himesh Patel) is a struggling singer/songwriter making ends meet by working a soul-destroying, part-time job. His best friend Ellie (Lily James) serves as his life coach, manager and would also love to be his girlfriend. Jack gets the occasional gig, but his original musical compositions are not always well received.

After a mysterious worldwide blackout and a bicycle accident, Jack’s life changes forever. The Universe has somehow shifted and the Beatles were never a group. Jack evidently is the only one who remembers John, Paul, George and Ringo and their songs. When he plays “Yesterday” for Lily and other friends, they wonder when he wrote that beautiful song. A quick internet search shows references to “beetles” but not the Beatles.

“Yesterday” is the story of a man who gets a great gift handed to

him and how he decides to use it.

Himesh Patel is extremely charming as Jack Malik, the would-be musician who suddenly has the entire Beatles catalog for free…or at least the songs where he can remember all the lyrics. Patel’s performance shows Jack as someone who cares more about the music than fame, fortune and newfound success.

Lily James shows the various sides of Ellie, the woman who des“Yesterday” photo courtesy Univeral Studios perately want to be with Jack. She has been in his corner since they were children and has been waiting, in her words, for him to wake up and love her. Their onscreen relationship is complicated and painful and underscored by all the wonderful Beatles music in the soundtrack.

Singer/songwriter Ed Sheeran is a scene-stealer, though, by simply playing himself. As Jack Malik becomes a musical superstar, Sheeran becomes his friend and confidant, but his suggestions for editing “Hey Jude” are hilariously inept. Sheeran could easily have a side gig playing himself in other movies because he has great comic timing.

Overall, “Yesterday” is a love letter to those wonderful lads from Liverpool. Some people criticize the popularity of the Beatles, but this film shows the timeless qualities of their music.

“Yesterday,” rated PG-13 for suggestive content and language, opens in theaters on Friday, June 28.

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John Hanna

Crossword: THE 4TH OF JULY

‘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 Dad’s day has come and gone.

I served my sweetie his breakfast in bed as usual; a nice healthy meal of egg whites along with a spinach and banana peel smoothie. I tucked a half slice of bacon under the egg white as a special surprise.

But, as usual, the cat tipped his plate over while lunging for the bacon. It literally was served in bed; all over bed.

That’s just as well. My husband needs less fatty bacon because he is growing a little pudge ball belly.

But, news flash, that is now a good thing because according to a new study carried out by a popular fitness establishment, dad bods are more attractive than men who are meaty hunks of muscle. The study says that seven out of ten women say they prefer dad bods to men with six packs.

Afterwards the husbands of the seven women immediately cancelled their gym memberships and went to Five Guys for a burger, fries and large shake. Before the remaining three could finish sipping on their high-protein avocado smoothies and admire their finely ripped chests in the mirror, they pitched their green gooey drinks and ran to catch up with the other seven.

My husband cheered over the news.

“Whoopee!” he shouted. “I knew if I held out long enough I’d become cool again. Good thing I didn’t exercise regularly or ingest any of that kale, soy bean salad you tried to force on me.

Just think if I had listened to you; by now I’d have abs as firm as steel beams, but be totally out of fashion and mocked and shunned by society. I knew it was all a load of bull chunks. Thanks for nothing!”

My, my how things change.

I didn’t want to rain on his parade and inform him that the team of experts who completed the study was probably a group of aging, flabby single males. Most likely, the last date any of them had was alongside a walnut inside a loaf of fruitcake. Of course, the only way they could re-enter the playing field was to manipulate the facts, but then again it was Father’s Day. So I cleaned up the mess and said, “Stay there while I re-do this. You want extra cheese on your burger?”

Father Knows Best

Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings.

Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder.

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

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15. Hand-to-hand combat weapon 16. Sty sound 17. Justin Bieber’s 2015 hit 18. *Pyrotechnic display 20. De-wrinkler 21. Expression of delight 22. *”O say can you ____” 23. *One of three presidents who died on July 4 26. Gloria Gaynor’s “I Will ____” 30. Turkish military leader 31. With complex decorations 34. Biblical place of bliss 35. Economic crisis 37. South American tuber 38. Gladiator’s turf 39. Serum, pl.

40. Stellar 42. Humpty Dumpty did this 43. “Jeopardy” competitor, e.g.

45. Blotch or dapple 47. 34th Pres.

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50. MXN, as in currency 52. *British monarch 56. *____ Burr, officer in Revolutionary War and VP 57. Aquarium dweller 58. Of two minds 59. *Puts John Hancock down 60. Log splitter 61. Arrival times 62. Plays for pay 63. Ball in a socket 64. “____ and rave” DOWN 1. ____ Approach in music education 2. The last Henry Tudor 3. Soviet acronym 4. Shooting star 5. Capital of Egypt 6. ____-dory 7. Varieties 8. ‘70s hairdo 9. “Where the Red ____ Grows” 10. “Don’t ____ this at home!”

12. Pyle of “The Andy Griffith Show” 13. Willow twig 14. *”The Stars and Stripes ____” 19. What pertussis patients do 22. Johnny Cash’s boy with unfortunate name

23. En ___, or all together 24. Watcher 25. a.k.a. Pleasant Island 26. *State on Old Glory 27. “That is,” Latin 28. Like bribe-taking politician 29. Related on mother’s side 32. Narrow margin of victory 33. *Stamp ____, imposed tax on American colonies 36. *One of two Presidents to sign the Constitution 38. “____ came a spider...”

40. Gobbled up 41. Like libertine 44. Venerated paintings in Orthodox church 46. ____-totter 48. Unpleasant airport news 49. One in Pinkerton’s gallery 50. Twosome 51. René Descartes’ “therefore” 52. Hunted animal 53. Itty-bitty bit 54. Persian Gulf country 55. Research facil.

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