CN: July. 4. 2012

July 4, 2012 Vol. 91 No. 27

Be careful with fireworks to prevent wildfires.

Fire Prevention The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds people to be extremely careful with fireworks during this time of very dry conditions and lack of rain. MDC also urges campers and others in the outdoors to follow the precautions below to protect lives, property and Missouri’s precious forests, fish and wildlife.

Fireworks Do not light fireworks in any areas where the sparks could ignite dry grass, leaves or other potential fire fuel. Always have an approved fire extinguisher and/or an available water supply to douse sparks or flames. Also, wet the area around where fireworks are being discharged. Check with local ordinances and authorities for bans on fireworks and open burning.

Outdoor Burning Dry fuel combined with high temperatures, low humidity and wind make fire nearly impossible to control. Check with local fire departments regarding burn bans that may be in place. A person who starts a fire for any reason is responsible for any damage it may cause. For more information on using prescribed fire as a land-management tool, visit mdc.mo.gov and search “Prescribed Fire.”

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Driving Off Road Wildfires can start when fine, dry fuel, such as grass, comes in contact with catalytic converters.

• Think twice before driving into and across a grassy field.

• Never park over tall, dry grass or piles of leaves that can touch the underside of a vehicle.

• When driving vehicles off road, regularly inspect the undercarriage to ensure that fuel and brake lines are intact and no oil leaks are apparent.

• Always carry an approved fire extinguisher on vehicles that are used off road.

• Check for the presence of spark arresters on ATV exhausts.

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Making a Campfire • Clear a generous zone around fire rings. When humidity is low and wind is high, debris can become tinder for a stray spark or ember.

• Store unused firewood a good distance from the fire.

• Never use gasoline, kerosene or other flammable liquid to start a fire.

• Keep campfires small and controllable.

• Keep fire-extinguishing materials, such as a rake, shovel and bucket of water, close by.

• Call 911 at the first sign of a fire get- Help stop arson by calling 800.392.1111.

Callers will remain anonymous and reting out of control. wards are possible.

Report Forest Arson Many wildfires are set by vandals.

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Never Leave a Campfire Unattended!

• Extinguish campfires each night and before leaving camp (even if it’s just for a few moments).

Smokers: Practice Extra Caution • Extinguish cigarettes completely and safely and dispose of butts responsibly by burning them in a controlled campfire or packing them out.

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Hazelwood Brings Whole New Head to Truman Park for Free Summer Concert Series Hazelwood’s Harry S. Truman Park, 7029 Howdershell Road, is the place to be on Saturday, July 7 to hear some of the best classic rock songs ever recorded. A five-piece band of seasoned musicians, known as Whole New Head, will be playing rock ‘n roll the way it was meant to be played and heard. The concert begins at 7 p.m.

Based in South St. Louis County, this new band has been making a name of itself performing all over the St. Louis region and on the Metro East side. Its repertoire includes classic rock, current rock and some original music. Local music critics believe this is a band to watch and develop into a chart busting powerhouse.

Members of the band include Cory Blake (Vocals), Mark Keller (Drums/Vocals), Tim Dodson (Guitar/

Keyboard/Vocals), Steve Hubbard (Bassist/Vocals), and Keith Bennett (Guitar Wizard).

These talented musicians focus on playing rock ‘n roll like no other band. Their song list includes most of the Top Hits of the classic rock genre ranging from Grand Funk Railroad’s “We’re an American Band” to ZZ Top’s “Sharp Dressed Man” and Edgar Winter Group’s “Free Ride” to Loverboy’s “Workin for the Weekend.” Add in a new 8,000 watt QSC KW sound system for state-ofthe-art, hi-fi fidelity, and audience members are in for a memorable concert experience.

This is the second consecutive year that Hazelwood’s Parks and Recreation Division has sponsored a free Summer Concert Series at Harry S. Truman Park under the new gazebo. Hazelwood residents and visiting guests are invited to come out and enjoy listening to their classic rock favorites, the way they were meant to be heard. A beautiful scenic view of the nearby pond and new

fountain add to the overall enjoyment of the occasion.

“For many residents, this may be a great opportunity to bridge the generational gap and introduce their children to the classic rock ‘n roll music they grew up listening to as teenagers,” said Pam Reynolds, Hazelwood’s 2012 Summer Concert Series coordinator.

“Plus, the fact that it provides quality family entertainment without a lot of out-of-pocket expenses makes it a perfect choice for a Saturday night activity.”

Audience members can bring their own lawn chairs, blankets and refreshments. But no glass containers are allowed. In case of rain, the concert will be held at the Hazelwood Community Center, 1186 Teson Road, in White Birch Park.

Here’s the remaining schedule for Hazelwood’s 2012 Summer Concert Series: Sat., 7/28: 7 p.m. - Concoction, Decades of Top Hits Sat., 8/18: 7 p.m. - Furious George, Classic Rock Sat., 9/22: 7 p.m. - Super Jam, Tribute to ‘70’s-‘80’s

War of 1812 Exhibit at the Bissell House Museum St. Louis County Parks announces a new exhibit, the War of 1812, at the General Daniel Bissell House Museum. Often referred to as the second American Revolution, 200 years ago on June 18, 1812, the United States declared war on the British Empire. Reasons were many and included trade restrictions, British impressments of American merchant sailors and support of American Indian tribes against American expansion, and humiliations on the high seas. This was the first time that the United States had declared war on another country.

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Now you can view an exhibit on the oft forgotten conflict at the Bissell House Museum and get a tour of this magnificent old house. The exhibit includes descriptive panels from the Museum of the U.S. Navy, General Daniel Bissell artifacts, including the field desk that he used during the war, and prints from the Company of Military Historians.

The museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. every Friday, or you can schedule a visit any other day by calling 314.544.6224 or 314.544.5714.

Cost for the exhibit and tour is $5 per person.

Children under 12 are free.

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Show-Me State Games Still SLCL Foundation presents Chris Cleave, Accepting Registration for All Celebrated Author of “Little Bee” The St. Louis County Library Foundation and wants desperately to win gold, and each has more Events In less than one month, thousands of Missourians will travel to Columbia to take part in the 28th annual Show-Me State Games. The Games is still accepting entries for its more than 40 different events, but the registration deadline for many sports is July 6.

The 2012 Games will take place from Friday, July 20, to Sunday, July 22, and will conclude the following weekend from July 27 through July 29. The deadline to register for most team sports is July 6, but many individual sports such as power lifting, wrestling, 5K/10K road race, triathlon, martial arts, cycling and miniature golf accept registration up until the event start day. More information is available at www.smsg.org.

The Games will officially begin at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 20, with the Audrey Walton Opening Ceremonies at the University of Missouri Hearnes Center. The annual tradition, which is free and open to the public, will feature several prominent players from the University of Missouri football team. Leaders from the team, who are preparing for their first season in the SEC, will share their thoughts on the positive role of sports in their lives at the kickoff for the Show-Me State Games.

In addition to University of Missouri football players, the Opening Ceremonies will include the traditional parade of athletes, lighting of the cauldron and the oath of athletes as well as appearances from Truman the Tiger and University of Missouri cheerleaders. Athletes interested in participating in the parade should meet in the Hearnes Center Fieldhouse at 6:30 p.m. to get into the lineup.

“The Opening Ceremonies is a great opportunity to experience the Olympic spirit here in Missouri, and we appreciate Audrey Walton’s continued sponsorship of the event,” said Emily Lorenz, marketing coordinator for the Games. “Whether participating as an athlete, spectator or volunteer, we encourage all Missourians to find a way to get involved in the 2012 Show-Me State Games.”

For a complete schedule of events and more details about the Show-Me State Games, visit www.smsg.org or call 573.882.2101.

Pudd’nHead Books are pleased to present the acclaimed author of the bestselling novel “Little Bee.” Chris Cleave will sign and discuss his new novel “Gold” at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, at Library Headquarters, 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

The program is free and open to the public.

Books will be available for purchase at the event from Pudd’nHead Books.

Building on the tradition of his sensationally popular novel “Little Bee,” Chris Cleave again writes with elegance, humor, and passion about friendship, marriage, redemption and how far we will go to save the ones we love.

Kate and Zoe met at 19 when they both made the cut for the national training program in track cycling—a sport that demands unwavering commitment. Now at 32, the women are facing their last and biggest race: the 2012 Olympics. Each

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British author Chris Cleave’s debut novel “Incendiary” won numerous literary awards in England and the United States. His second novel, “Little Bee,” spent more than a year on the New York Times bestseller list.

Program sites are accessible. Upon two weeks notice, accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities. Contact St. Louis County Library by phone 314.994.3300 or visit www.slcl. org.

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New Payne Family Homes Community is the Height of Luxury – Indoors and Out! Buy the home; the view comes with it! That’s Payne Family Homes’ invitation to customers in The Crest over Katy Trail, the company’s newest residential offering in St. Charles County. Payne Family Homes recently purchased 15 viewpacked home settings in the scenic development and will open for sales on the weekend of July 14-15.

Perched on a wooded bluff off Greens Bottom Road overlooking the Katy Trail, the neighborhood is gated for residents’ privacy and configured around two cul-de-sacs.

“We’re really excited to be joining Cross Homes in The Crest,” said community Sales Manager Kim McIver. “It’s a great opportunity for people to build a new home in a gorgeous community that’s so conveniently located – only about five miles from the Page Extension. And the Katy Trail is just steps away.”

The majority of Payne’s home sites back to dense stands of trees, creating a spectacular backdrop for the builder’s upscale Lifestyle design collection.

“Customers are constantly telling me they want a wooded, walk-out home site that can accommodate a three-car garage,” McIver said. “Well, that’s exactly what we’re offering here, and interest has been tremendous.”

Buyers may choose from 10 luxurious ranch, story-and-a-half, and two-story plans, providing

1627 to 3338 square feet of living space, two to four bedrooms, and an array of top-of-the-line elevations. Pricing starts from the $260s and, since all but three of the home sites are walkouts, the builder has made 10-foot foundations standard, allowing for an innovative “terrace” lower level.

“We’re focusing on outdoor living here,” McIver said, “and the Barcelona is a perfect example.”

The Barcelona, The Crest’s first inventory model, is a new plan just introduced to Lifestyle portfolio and expected to be under construction by mid-July.

This 1882-square-foot split-bedroom ranch has an open, free-flowing floor plan and will showcase an optional 12-foot ceiling in the great room, plus the many fashionable design elements that characterize the Lifestyle Collection.

Perhaps the most intriguing feature of the Barcelona, however, is its generously proportioned rear “courtyard,” an outdoor living area bracketed by the home’s wings and accessible from the casual dining café.

“Owners have a multitude of exciting options for this space,” McIver said. “It can be left open as a patio, covered for an outdoor kitchen, or even enclosed for a multi-season room.”

Home sales for The Crest over Katy Trail will be conducted from Payne’s nearby Tuscany community (314.220.2861), and interested prospects may register for advance VIP information by emailing kam@ paynefamilyhomes.com.

For additional details, please visit PayneFamilyHomes.com.

City of Florissant 2012 Beautification Home Awards Mayor Thomas P. Schneider is pleased to announce the winners of the 2012 Beautification Awards. The program recognizes homeowners who take pride in the appearance of their home and community. In order to be eligible for the contest, a home must be an owner-occupied, single-family dwelling. The nominated homes are judged on the landscaping, attractive exterior, overall curb appeal and maintenance of the property. One winner is chosen from each of the city’s nine wards. The winners receive recognition from the City Council, including a certificate of appreciation and a Beautiful Home yard sign.

This year’s winners are: Ward 1 – Bob Bozada – 2690 Mockingbird Ward 2 – Jack & Judy Goedeke – 1520 Aspen Ward 3 – Tim Elliott – 1575 Layven Ward 4 – James & Patricia Vance – 560 Wren Ward 5 – Richard & Mary Kay Naber – 301 Reighley Place Ward 6 – Eugene & Frances Milzark – 415 Castello Ward 7 – Ronald Zika – 1265 St. Matthew Ward 8 – Carl & Susan Croci – 525 Waterford Ward 9 – Richard & Martha Korte – 1690 Saddlespur Mayor’s Choice – Gina & Steven Siebe – 990 Rue St. Francois Congratulations to all of the Beautiful Home Award winners for 2012!

North County Community Festival a Big Hit

In its fifth year, the North County Community Festival proved to be the biggest and best to date. The festival at Jamestown Mall had something for everyone including a car show, free inflatable rides for the kids, St. Louis County Police and Black Jack Fire Department exhibits, live entertainment, Majic 104.9FM DJs broadcasting live and prize giveaways all day. The huge crowds enjoyed the nice day and early evening as spectators viewed the car show put on by Cars 4 Kids.

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Robotic Surgery for Complex Throat Cancer Performed at Christian Hospital

Recent Greater North County Chamber Ribbon Cutting: Curves Eileen Dyall, owner/manager of the Curves location at 252 S. Florissant Rd. in Ferguson, cuts the ribbon to celebrate the grand opening of her newly purchased facility. Also on hand to join in the festivities were Curves members, officials from the city of Ferguson, Chamber Ambassadors and staff. Eileen welcomes you to stop by her location and check out all the wonderful healthy benefits that Curves has to offer their members. For more information call 314.521.7200. Photo by Debbie Wright.

NCI Requests Nominees for NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in Their Thirties Honor North County Inc. (NCI), along with media partners the Community News and Gateway Television News Network, are seeking nominations for this year’s NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in their Thirties campaign. The 2012 NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in their Thirties campaign will recognize leaders who are making a significant positive impact on North County through their profession and/or community involvement and are in their thirties.

To nominate someone in their thirties who works and/or lives in North County and is an outstanding professional, excels at his/her company, is a committed volunteer who uses their leadership skills for the betterment of a civic or charity organization, is a municipal employee who, through proactive involvement, is helping create a more livable community, or an entrepreneur who has become successful and is giving back to North County, call NCI for a nomination form or go online to www.NorthStLouisCounty.com. All nominations are required by July 13, 2012.

The 30 leaders chosen will be honored at the NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in their Thirties reception and luncheon. The public is invited to attend this event at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, September 21 at Norwood Hills Country

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Club. Reservations are required; the cost is $40 per person. If a company is interested in sponsoring this event and supporting North County’s young leaders, sponsorship packages are available.

To make a nomination, reservations, or sponsor this event contact the NCI office at 314.895.6241 or go to www.NorthStLouisCounty.com for more information.

North County Incorporated is a regional development organization, which acts as a catalyst to define and advocate economic and community development for North St. Louis County. NCI was established in 1977. The Board is composed of community leaders and business owners. Sandy Weber is the current chairwoman.

Use of the da Vinci Robotic surgery system continues to grow at Christian Hospital, as Daren Kest, DO, from Northwest ENT Consultants, performed the hospital’s first Trans Oral Robotic Surgery (TORS) on June 19 with a radical tonsillectomy to successfully treat throat cancer.

With TORS there is no incision and surgery is done through the mouth with cancer resection performed using 5mm wristed instruments. Using the da Vinci robotic system, surgeons can operate with greater vision, precision, dexterity and control to minimize the pain and risks with no incisions.

Christian Hospital made health care history last year when the St. Louis region’s first full-lung lobectomy using the da Vinci to successfully treat lung cancer was performed there.

Since its introduction to Christian Hospital in early 2011, surgeons working with the da Vinci robotic surgery system have completed more than 150 surgeries. Among the surgical treatment options for a variety of procedures, robotic surgery is quickly becoming the gold standard.

Christian Hospital uses the da Vinci surgical system for lung lobectomy, prostatectomy, hysterectomy, kidney cancer, head and neck procedures and general surgery.

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Senior Earns National Merit Scholarship Pattonville High School senior Alyssa Mars is the winner of one of 2,500 National Merit Scholarships recently announced that are financed by U.S. colleges and universities. Mars earned the National Merit University of ArkansasFayetteville Scholarship. She plans on majoring in interior design. Mars was one of 15,000 National Merit Finalists this year. Only slightly more than half of those finalists will go on to earn scholarships.

Good Behavior Gets Rose Acres Students Ride on Fire Truck Four students at Rose Acres Elementary rode to school on a fire truck on May 16 as a reward for positive behavior. The ride on the fire truck was part of the “Amazing Blazing Kids” program between the Pattonville School District and the Pattonville Fire Protection District.

The program is aimed at rewarding students for being good citizens and role models at school. Selected for the ride from Rose Acres were: second-grader Sarah Etwaroo, kindergartner Sydney Hoynacki, first-grader Madison Leckrone and fifth-grader Will Polster. Eligible students at each school had their names put into a drawing for the rides.

"What Parents Want Award" The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education recently announced that Pattonville was one of only 29 school districts statewide to receive a “What Parents Want” Award from SchoolMatch, a national firm specializing in school selection consulting. This marks the 10th time Pattonville has earned the award.

Schools are chosen for the "What Parents Want Award" based on qualities parents desire for their child's school. The information on qualities sought by parents is gathered by a nationwide survey of parents and includes qualities such as: competitive in academic test scores and academically solid; accredited; recognized for excellence by a national foundation or the U.S. Department of Education; competitive in teacher salaries; above-average in instructional expenditures based on a national basis; and small class size.

Bridgeway K-Kids Earns International Recognition The Bridgeway Elementary K-Kids Club earned two international awards from Kiwanis International, a service organization. The school club is affiliated with the Bridgeton Kiwanis Club.

Bridgeway K-Kids earned a second-place K-Kids Club Single Service Award for its "Clean Water Project for Third-World Countries." Projects are judged on service need, project plan and implementation, final results, public awareness and member impact. Kiwanis International will use Club Single Service winning entries to promote the K-Kids program internationally.

The Bridgeway group was also one of 20 clubs worldwide to earn the Kiwanis International Distinguished Club Award. The award recognizes clubs that excel in service, leadership education and growth.

Superintendent Named to National Governing Board Dr. Mike Fulton, superintendent of the Pattonville School District, has been selected to serve on the Governing Board of the American Association of School Administrators (AASA).

The AASA is the professional organization for more than 13,000 educational leaders in the United States and throughout the world. AASA members range from chief executive officers, superintendents and senior level school administrators to cabinet members, professors and aspiring school system leaders.

Fulton has served as superintendent of the Pattonville School District since 2007. He previously served Pattonville as assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction from 2005 to 2007, and as assistant superintendent for planning and assessment from 1997 to 2005.

Rose Acres Earns $6,800 in Grants for Outdoor Science Lab

Students who earned the fire truck ride to school from Rose Acres Elementary are shown with their principal, Steve Vargo. They are, from left, Madison Leckrone, Sydney Hoynacki, Will Polster and Sarah Etwaroo.

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Rose Acres Elementary School recently earned two major grants totaling $6,800 that will be used to develop a living outdoor science lab and classroom on its campus.

The Rose Acres PTA received a $5,000 Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant from the Lowe’s Charitable and Educational Foundation for the project.

In addition, fourth-grade teacher Mary Spitzmiller was awarded a grant for $1,852 from the Pattonville Education Foundation to support construction of the lab.

Parents and staff are partnering on the project, which will enable teachers to provide students at all grade levels with hands-on learning experiences that support the current science curriculum. Rose Acres students will study earth systems, life systems and ecology as well as the universe, force motion and mechanical energy. The school hopes to en-

courage students to go outside and increase their knowledge and awareness about their natural environment while participating in growing, observing, researching, writing and creating work that captures the wonders of nature. In addition to focusing on the science curriculum, the lab will be designed it can be used for a variety of lessons in math, social studies, communication arts, music, art and physical education.

The outdoor lab will include features such as a weather station, sundial, pulley and lever, Missouri plant habitat, wind vane, rain gauge, thermometer, rain barrel watering system, soil thermometer, fencing, walkway, outdoor classroom seating area, raised student planting beds, animal tracking area, sensory art area, nesting boxes and leaf cages to monitor decay.

Fourth-grade students and their teachers have volunteered to take ongoing ownership of the space, including light maintenance and care of the space throughout the year.

Physical work on the project will begin over the summer break and is being funded entirely through grants and donations from local businesses and community/ parent donors. Donations are still needed. Local businesses and community members can contribute to the effort by contacting the Rose Acres PTA Programs committee lead, Angela Allen, at 314.249.8728. Donations may also be made to Rose Acres PTA, c/o Rose Acres Elementary School, 2905 Rose Acres Lane, Maryland Heights, MO 63043, ATTN: PTA Programs Committee.

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Schools Earn State PBS Awards One program and two schools in the Pattonville School District have earned state-level "Exemplar School" recognition for the implementation of their School-wide Positive Behavior Support (PBS) programs. The PBS program is designed to prevent inappropriate student behaviors by teaching and reinforcing appropriate behaviors and social skills. The Pattonville early childhood program earned silver-level award, while Parkwood Elementary and Willow Brook Elementary earned bronze-level recognition. This is the fourth year in a row that Parkwood has been honored at the state level for its PBS program and the third year in a row that Willow Brook has earned state recognition.

PBS is a systematic approach to creating safer and more effective schools by structuring the learning environment to support the academic and social success of all students. It focuses on encouraging positive student behavior, preventing disruptive behavior and tailoring academic strategies to individual needs.

11th Distinction Award Pattonville was recently awarded Missouri's Distinction in Performance Award for meeting state standards related to academic achievement. Members of the Board of Education accepted the award during a conference sponsored by the Cooperating School Districts of Greater St. Louis. Pattonville district is one of 24 K-12 districts in Missouri to have earned the state’s Distinction award every year it has been given (an honor shared by only 5 percent of districts statewide). It is also the most diverse district in Missouri to achieve Distinction in Performance every year it has been bestowed.

Districts receive the Distinction award if they meet at least 13 out of 14 standards on their annual performance report (APR) issued annually by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Pattonville's most recent APR showed the district met 14 out of 14 (all) standards related to academic achievement in the 2010-2011 school year. The APR report measures how well a district is performing against state standards related to academic achievement in areas such as Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) scores, high school end of course exams, ACT scores, number of students taking advanced courses, number of students taking career education courses, college placement, career education placement, graduation rate and attendance.

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Students Demonstrate Generous Hearts During the last weeks of school, students and also paid for a plaque to be installed at the school staff in the Pattonville School District presented gym. The plaque will feature one of his motivationthe fruits of their fund-raising and service efforts al sayings, "Whatever you do, be proud of yourself." to a variety of organizations in the community.

Bridgeway Elementary students recently donatThe Lady Pirates varsity girls’ soccer team from ed more than $1,800 to Shoeman Water Projects Pattonville High School to help build life-saving presented a check for water wells in Africa. Stu$6,000 to the Cardinal dents raised the funds Kids Cancer Center at through their school's Mercy Hospital after their third annual "KnowlKicks for Cancer fundedge-A-Thon," in which raiser held in conjuncstudents collect pledges tion with three other area for the number of queshigh schools. Pattonville tions answered correctly teamed up with the girls’ on a designated list of varsity soccer teams from Members of Bridgeway Elementary's K-Kids Club present at check questions covering a vato George Hutchings of the Shoeman Water Projects.

Hazelwood West High riety of topics. The school School, Parkway Central also presented the ShoeHigh School and Parkman organization with way South High School more than 1,000 pairs of to host the third annual shoes, which will be sold "Kicks for Cancer" Game to raise funds to build in April. Team members water wells or purchase played in honor of loved equipment to dig wells in ones battling cancer and Africa. honored them during Eighth-graders at Remhalf-time ceremonies. ington Traditional School Parkwood Elementary Pattonville High School girls soccer team players pose with repre- presented a donation of presented a check for sentatives from Mercy Hospital after donating a check from their $435 to the Five Acres more than $3,800 to the Kicks For Cancer game.

Acres Animal Shelter, a MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Gate- no-kill shelter in St. Charles. The students raised way Affiliate in honor of the late Steve Brueggen, the funds by hosting a car wash. As part of the a Parkwood physical education teacher who died project, they also heard presentations from the Five earlier this year when the car he was riding in was Acres Shelter, as well as Erin Wigginton of Helping struck by a drunk driver. The school raised the Hounds Training, who spoke about dog safety and funds through a Trivia Night. The Parkwood PTA responsible pet ownership.

Pattonville Superintendent Mike Fulton (left) and school board members, from left, Ron Kuschel, Jeanne Schottmueller and Tami Hohenstein, accept the Distinction in Performance Award from Don Senti, executive director of the Cooperating School Districts of Greater St. Louis.

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Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box includes all the digits 1 through 9.

Youngest Pick:

“A Walk in London” Though most of us would love to see the Olympics from a ringside seat in the stadium that’s a hard ticket to get. Instead we’ll have to settle for an armchair and a television remote – and have a copy of “A Walk in London,” by Salvatore Rubbino open on our lap.

This marvelous picture book is a fun, informative read about a little girl and her mom exploring London.

The end pages, front and back, and all the pages in between, lay the city out at your fingertips – Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, The London Eye, Buckingham Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral and even the pub, Ye Old Cheshire Cheese, which you’ll read more about in my Oldest Pick on this page. Sidebars offer more details about sites you’ll soon be seeing when the games begin.

Tour guides warn travelers not to bite off more than they can chew in a bustling city like London. But the mother and daughter featured in “A Walk in London,” sure make tracks, getting a glimpse of the royal family before they call it a day.

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!

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A loaded mini-van pulled in to the only remaining campsite. Four children leaped from the vehicle and began feverishly unloading gear and setting up the tent. The boys rushed to gather firewood, while the girls and their mother set up the camp stove and cooking utensils.

A nearby camper marveled to the youngsters’ father, “That, sir, is some display of teamwork.” The father replied, “I have a system: no one goes to the bathroom until the camp is set up.”

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Winners of Hazelwood’s 7th Annual Summer Skate/BMX Competition Announced The hot sun wasn’t the only thing bringing the heat at the 7th Annual Summer Skate/BMX Competition at White Birch Park on June 22.

Dozens of participants brought their “A” game for a chance to be a cash prize winner.

This year’s competition was for both skateboarders and BMX riders. Cash prizes awarded to the top three (3) finishers in each age category included the following amounts: 1st Place - $70; 2nd Place - $45; and 3rd Place - $25.

The top finishers in the Skateboard event included these individuals: Age 15 & Under Category –

1st Place – Andrew Nguyn

2nd Place – Tristen Lewis

3rd Place – Jordan Wonsewitz Age 16 & Over Category –

1st Place – Evan Stovall

2nd Place – Dylan Drew The top finishers in the BMX event included the following individuals: Age 15 & Under Category –

1st Place – Alex Jackson

2nd Place – Harry Schoen

3rd Place – Jeremy “Waldo” Head Age 16 & Over Category –

1st Place – Mitchell Proost

2nd Place – John Hasse

3rd Place – Nathan Wallace The Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Division sponsored this event in partnership with PlanNine Skate Park. Raffles for a brand new skateboard and BMX bike were offered to participants as well as audience members.

Mitchell Proost 1st Place Winner, Age 16 & Over BMX Category

Alex Jackson 1st Place Winner, Age 15 & Under BMX Category

Evan Stovall 1st Place Winner, Age 16 & Over Skateboard Category

Andrew Nguyn 1st Place Winner, Age 15 & Under Skateboard Category

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By Steve Bryan

Beating the Summer Heat with a Cool Movie With triple-digit temperatures and several cancelled Fourth of July displays, families will be looking for cooler alternatives for the kids.

Fortunately, Hollywood has unleashed some of the best movies of the summer just in time for Independence Day. It pays, though, to make movie choices wisely this year.

In an attempt to reboot the franchise, Sony Pictures takes the story of teenage hero Peter Parker back to basics with “The Amazing Spider-Man.” Andrew Garfield’s performance as Peter and his web-swinging alter-ego is more in line with the original comic book stories than the films featuring Tobey Maguire.

In the new film, young Mr. Parker creates his own web shooters after gaining his powers; he doesn’t develop spinnerets in his wrists. Emma Stone comes on board as Gwen Stacy, the woman that many Spider-Man fans consider to be Peter Parker’s greatest love. The Lizard, played by Rhys Ifans, also makes his first real appearance in the Marvel Movie Universe.

“Brave” has definite appeal for the young ladies in the house. Best known for their award-winning movies about toys, cars, bugs, and monsters, Pixar is tackling their first real human heroine. Like Jasmine, Belle, and Nala, Merida, the lead character, is a feisty Scottish princess who wants to change her destiny. Unfortunately, wishing for change throws the future of the whole kingdom into question.

Pixar sent director Brenda Chapman and her

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crew to Scotland to do some reconnaissance, allowing them to capture the flavor and spirit of the region. This is a brave experiment for the computer-animation specialists, but one that could lead to even greater things for the studio going forward.

Those folks not familiar with Seth MacFarlane and work on “Family Guy” may mistake “Ted” for a nice, friendly family comedy. This raunchy adventure about a talking toy is something that would send Winnie-the-Pooh scrambling to hide in the honey tree, though.

MacFarlane has crafted a story about John (Mark Wahlberg), a young boy who wishes that his beloved stuffed bear would come to life. The powers that be grant his request, but Ted, voiced

by MacFarlane, becomes an unhealthy part of the boy’s life as he gets older.

John’s girlfriend, played by Mila Kunis, wants him to make a clean break with Ted so they can really start a life together. Unfortunately, it is difficult for John to give up a beloved childhood friend.

MacFarlane includes his trademark crude humor and language, proving that this really isn’t kid stuff.

Make your movie choices wisely this holiday and stay cool over the 4th of July weekend.

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Sports You See... With Gary B. Rascals Hope To Start July With A Bang Playing On The Road Before The All-Star Game The River City Rascals play professional/minor league baseball in the West Division of the Frontier League.

The team will play against two tough opponents the Miners and Thunderbolts then four days off for the All-Star festivities.

The Normal CornBelters will hold the 2012 Frontier League Home Run Derby (July 10) and All-Star game (July 11) at the Corn Crib in Normal IL. Highlights as of end of day 6-28: *Dustin Umberger leads team pitchers with 1.10 earned run average *Curran Redal leads team in hitting .330-6th in league *Charlie Lisk is 2nd on team in hitting .323-7th in league *Preston Vancil has pitched 40 strike outs tops on the team *As a team, batting average .271-2nd in league *As a team, slugging percentage .403-4th in league STANDINGS AS OF 6-28: W L GB Last 10 Games Schaumburg Boomers 22 14 ___ 6-4 Windy City ThunderBolts 21 15 2.0 6-4 RIVER CITY RASCALS 22 16 2.0 6-4 Gateway Grizzlies 18 20 6.0 3-7 Joliet Slammers 17 21 7.0 3-7 Normal CornBelters 14 22 9.0 5-5 Rockford RiverHawks 14 23 9.5 4-6 NEXT HOME GAMES: All Games @ 7:05 p.m. – Sunday @ 6:05 p.m.

Fri/Sat/Sun, July 13/14/15 against Lake Erie Crushers Thur/Fri/Sat, July 19/20/21 against Florence Freedom For more info on all this year’s promotions, go to www.RiverCityRascals.com.

Women Plaing Football Not Sure Were They Will Play Recently I witnessed the tryouts for the Lingerie Football League (LFL) at Vetta

Soccer Complex is South County.

Close to 100 women came to show off their speed, agility and looks to the head brass.

Another tryout is scheduled for September with two games to be played somewhere in the area in 2013.

Pictured is Channel 5 interviewing Mitch of the LFL. Photos by Gary B.

~~~Clearly they were athletes Amateur Soccer Lions From Cottleville Highlights A Player Team On A Roll One St. Louis Lions player seems to be on a roll, scoring twice last weekend and making huge strides on the practice field. Defender, Jamie Lovegrove, number 24, is in his first season with the Lions.

Originally from London, Lovegrove is a force on the field, especially when his brother and fellow teammate is there to accompany him. Dean Lovegrove has a history of stirring up the game with his dominant appearance in the midfield. The Lovegroves are a pair that cannot easily be denied their presence on, or off, the field.

“The two of them bring life and energy to the team and truly are a delight to watch.” says staff member, Michael Harshbarger.

Jamie had the privilege of having his “mum” here to watch him at Sunday’s game.

He said, “Having my mum there is really good for both me and Deano because she never really makes out to games because obviously she lives at home, but when she does come here it gives me an extra incentive to play well.”

Their home field is Tony Glavin’s Soccer Complex in Cottleville. www.TonyGlavin. com to get more information. (Thanks to Kathryn Leetch for providing the story.) ~~~Mum’s make a difference

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“Over the Fence” Irritation is Revenue Cops and Popup Ads When it comes to things that really irritate us, besides cell phone jabbering lane hogs during rush hour that would even enrage Gandhi were he still around, there is the ongoing move on motorists’ pocketbooks by local police to keep themselves and city officials in the bucks.

The worst I’ve seen are the St. Ann’s radar cops on I-70 in front of the airport. There are often six or seven police cars operating on this short stretch near St. Ann’s northernmost border being provided with prey by additional cops’ radar monitoring highway traffic from a second-floor window of the nearby Drury motel.

One can imagine tourists arriving at Lambert field, renting cars to visit the area and being immediately pounced on by revenue cops demonstrating one of the most disgraceful police actions around. One also wonders about crime in St. Ann while five or ten of their cops are busy preying on I-70 motorists. The

last I heard, they have their share of crime just like other municipalities. If they can spare that many cops plus equipment to prey on I-70 motorists, one might think they never needed them in the first place.

One might also expect the Missouri legislature to act on this nefarious group of revenue mongers, but it isn’t happening. Perhaps they have something in common inasmuch as they’re all trying to raise revenue to keep their jobs; however unsavory the method.

When returning from St. Louis recently, these St. Ann minions of legalized fleecing were preying on westbound motorists. I found myself slamming on the brakes when a St. Ann police car suddenly veered across three lanes of heavy traffic only to park on the center median occupied by his associates writing speeding tickets. This dangerous move almost caused a major chain reaction accident and he even wasn’t chasing anyone!

It brings the old question, “Who’s going to protect us from the police?”

Then we have those irritating popup ads.

Since taking delivery doesn’t work well in my neighborhood, I read various newspapers on the Internet and run across this often. The latest on the Post-Dispatch website is positioned where right-handers are most likely to cross their mouse pointers. It starts a loud video on Major League Baseball. If I wanted videos, I’d watch TV; but in these days of network greed and gratuitous sex and violence, TV probably causes cancer in rats.

The video I’m referring to is sponsored by Progressive Insurance, among others, and one will see and hear them more often than baseball news clips. In fact, it’s so irritating; I am not renewing my motorcycle insurance. I’m betting I’m not alone.

When my publisher decided to present Community News in PDF on the Internet, it was a wise decision. Advertisers can see the paper and its ads as they actually are instead of being conned into buying ads from Internet sales people selling repugnant html website irritants.

The print media companies compete for the ad dollars to stay solvent, and it became much harder after the recession started. I can understand their plight, but it’s hard to understand corporate America’s recent years of management that has run amok with insatiable greed and incompetence. Irritating popup ads are a clear example. I would be hard put to believe news editors would encourage irritating their readers any more than they already are.

Perhaps media monopolies replaced newspaper management with bean counter marionettes.

I’m told putting a bounty on popup ad purveyors and shady city officials is illegal. Too bad. I could use the money.

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The Sense of Smell It’s almost over. Part of me is glad. There is one part of me, though, that will miss the month-long holiday that is the Fourth of July. Why? No, it’s not the sound of firecrackers and mortar shells going off at 1 a.m. on June 25. It’s not the kids that run around on the street after dark (wearing dark clothing, of course!). It’s not that horrible sensation of burning yourself because someone dared you to hold on to the sparkler just a few seconds longer. Believe it or not, I love the smell of fireworks!

Have you ever been somewhere when a particular odor or aroma hit you like a ton of bricks? Nothing else, in my estimation, has the power to immediately take a person back in time and to another location quite like our sense of smell.

It happened just last week while I was drying my hair at the gym. An older woman walked by and I caught a whiff of her perfume. Instantly I knew the fragrance. It was Emeraude by Estee Lauder. My grandmother has worn that particular fragrance ever since I can remember, and even the slightest hint of the perfume sends me spiraling back into a care-free time and place. I recall spending summers with her in Daytona Beach, Fla. She would wake up bright and early to shower, fix her hair and make-up and get dressed for work. My Ny (pronounced “knee”…

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I couldn’t say Nanny when I was a toddler and the name stuck), stood in front of her dresser mirror each morning and spritzed on the Emeraude. Then she would turn to me and share the wealth. I felt so grown up at the tender age of 11.

My Papa always smelled like a mixture of sweat, hair tonic, oil and laundry detergent. It might sound pungent, but it never bothered me. It was the smell of a hard-working man, and I loved him more than anything. I never realized it until after he had passed away, but many older gentlemen have the same odor about them. To this day the smell takes me back to the days when Papa and I would go grocery shopping for dinner. He couldn’t let me leave the store without a candy bar or a pack of gum. It’s a memory I’ll never forget, and it makes me smile each time.

Growing up, my family took a vacation every summer. My dad loved to pile us in the van and drive hundreds of miles to one historic site or another. The thing I remember most from these trips is waking up in the middle of the night after my dad had pulled into a gas station to refuel. I loved the scent of gasoline. It reminded me that I was with my family, safe and sound, and on our way to a new and exciting destination.

Remember the old mimeograph machines? Think

back now. It was before the days of high-speed copiers. It was a privilege in my school to make the trek to the school’s copy room and retrieve the teacher’s worksheets she would be using in class that day. That has got to be one of my all-time favorite odors. The smell of freshly mimeographed papers. Today’s machines just don’t cut it.

In the springtime the sweet smell of gardenias send me back to my days in the state of Louisiana. Our yard was filled with the flowers, and I loved reading in the hammock while the Gardenia fragrance penetrated my senses.

Of course, there are some odors that aren’t quite so pleasant. When I was pregnant with our oldest child, Christopher, the slightest hint of raw meat would send me running from the kitchen. Needless to say, my husband did much of the cooking during that time.

The Fourth of July always takes me back to the wonderful scents our world has to offer. No time to reminisce, though. Samantha forgot her bathing suit and she’s waiting to swim with friends at the pool.

Now there’s a smell…a ginormous pool filled to the brim with chlorine!

A New Take on Picnic Favorites (Family Features) Picnics are a perfect way to enjoy getting together with friends and family this summer. No matter what your destination - beach, park or just your backyard - there’s no need to settle for standard fare.

California Chicken Wrap

The Original Potato Salad

Makes: 4 servings • Prep Time: 10 minutes

Makes: 8 servings • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients: - 3 tablespoons Hellmann’s® or Best Foods® Mayonnaise Dressing with Olive Oil - 4 6-inch fajita size whole wheat flour tortillas - 12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced - 1 medium avocado, peeled and sliced - 1 red bell pepper, sliced - 1/4 cup sliced red onion - 2 cups mixed salad greens

Ingredients: - 2 pounds potatoes (5 to 6 medium), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks - 1 cup Hellmann’s® or Best Foods® Mayonnaise Dressing with Olive Oil - 2 tablespoons vinegar - 1 1/2 teaspoons salt - 1 teaspoon sugar - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper - 1 cup thinly sliced celery - 1/2 cup chopped onion - 2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped (optional)

Directions: 1. Spread Mayonnaise Dressing with Olive Oil on tortillas.

2. Layer chicken, avocado, red pepper, red onion and salad greens down center of each tortilla.

3. Roll and fold the filled tortillas.

Picnic Food Safety Tips Make sure you properly store and serve your picnic treats so they stay fresh and delicious.

Cold Food - Cold perishable food should be kept in a cooler at 40°F or below until it’s time to serve.

Directions: 1. Cover potatoes with water in 4-quart saucepot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Drain and cool slightly.

- Foods like cold salads or desserts in individual serving dishes can be placed directly on ice. Drain off water as ice melts, and replace ice frequently.

Hot Food - Hot food should be kept hot, at or above 140°F. - Wrap hot foods well, and

place in an insulated container until serving.

Once served, no food should sit out for longer than two hours — one hour if the outdoor temperature is above 90°F. To be safe, throw away any food that has been left out longer.

2. Combine Mayonnaise Dressing with Olive Oil, vinegar, salt, sugar and pepper in large bowl.

3. Add potatoes, celery, onion and eggs and toss gently. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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July 6 and 20: Fish Fry 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at Bellefontaine United Methodist Church, 10600 Bellefontaine Road. Single entrée, $7; Double entrée, $8.50.

Children under 6 are free. Info: 314.867.0800.

Events

July 7: 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.

July 14: UCC Habitat For Humanity Fundraising Dinner 5-7 p.m. At Zion United Church of Christ (5710 North Highway 67, 1/4 mile west of Jamestown Mall) Outreach Ministry will host a Fundraising Dinner to benefit Habitat For Humanity. The menu includes: pulled pork, salads, veggies, drinks, and dessert. Tickets are: $8 (adults), $4 (children under 10). Call 314.741.1590 for tickets or reservations. www.zionucc1. org.

July 21: Spaghetti Supper 4-7 p.m. At Northside Christian Church, 9635 Lewis & Clark Blvd., St. Louis ( Rt. 367) Call 314.868.5722 for info. $7 - spaghetti, bread, salad, beverage & dessert. All the Spaghetti you can eat; additional dessert $1.50. No reservations needed. Bring your friends. Take-outs available.

July 23-27: VBS 9 a.m. – noon at John Knox Presbyterian Church, 13200 New Halls Ferry Road. For children 3 years to completion of fifth grade. $5 per child. Info: 314.921.5833.

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

Now - July 16: Kids’ Tennis Club 5 – 6 p.m. at St. Cyr Tennis Courts in Bellefontaine Neighbors. For children 8 through 12. House racquets available or purchase new for $13. Fee -- $10. Info: Bellefontaine Neighbors Parks and Recreation Department at 314.867.0700.

July 4: Bridgeton July 4th Parade and Festivities Bridgeton’s 4th of July Parade will turn out onto Natural Bridge from Majella at 10:15 a.m. and continue down Natural Bridge to the entrance of Target. The theme of the parade this year is “Music of America”. Entertainment will continue during the evening at Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex (13217 Ferguson Lane) at 6 p.m. with fireworks starting at dusk.

July 14: Florissant Old Town Partners, Inc. Flea and Farmers Market 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. You can become a part of the day by registering for a booth at the Flea Market. Spaces for the Flea Market are 10x10 and the cost is $10.00. The sale will be held at the Knights of Columbus Grounds under the Pavilion. You will need to supply your own tables. Call the Florissant Old Town Partners office at 314-837-0033 and request an application. You may also go on line at www.florissantoldtown.com to obtain a form.

Shops on rue St. Francois will be open for their usual Saturday hours.

July 14: Singles Beach Party 7 p.m. at Creve Coeur Park. Held at Tremayne Shelter. Sand volleyball, hayrides, canoeing and more. $30 per person. Advanced registration required by calling 314.615.8482 or 314.615.8841.

July 17: NCCS Open House 7 – 8 p.m. at North County Christian School, 845 Dunn Road, Florissant, MO 63031. Open house for pre-K (ages 3 and 4) and kindergarten. Info: www.nccsedu.org.

Sept. 22: Jennings High School Class of 1972 Reunion To be held in St. Charles, Mo. We need your current contact information. Please call 636.583.9778 or email jhs1972@gmail.com.

Sept. 28-30: The Ferguson High School Class of 1957 They are planning a 55th reunion for Sept. 28, 29 & 30, 2012. Please contact Lynette (Dolce) Sona at 314-838-1751 or sewlyn39@juno. com or Susan Krueger at 314-5220475 or susiekrueger@yahoo.com for more information. The committee is looking for the following classmates: Bill Joe Atkisson, Nancy Ann Blackburn, Margaret Ann Brewer, Walter J. Britton, Betty Jean Butler, Jack Clarke, Evelyn Constantine, Alice Dueing, Ruth Ellis, James Graham, Wilbur Hampton, Louis Meyer, Jr., Loretta Miller, Edward Muckerman, Gail Phillips, Janet Phillips, Joe Polivick, Jr., Nancy Proctor, Nancy Ray, Dolores Richardson, Janie Richardson, Kathleen Roth, Judith Schaefer, Charlene Schmidt, Roberta Steel, Carolyn Tate, Mary Ann Waldschmidt, Ron Warzeniak, Camille White.

Oct. 27: Hermann London Halloween 5k Run/Walk 10 a.m. Race-Day Check-In: 9 a.m. 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 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 11:302:30 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 11:30-2:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwich-coffee 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. 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.

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 Every Sunday: Support Group

for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 6:30 – 8 p.m. at 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City. Info: 314.993.5421.

July 11: Alzheimer’s Program 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Bent-Wood Nursing & Rehabilitation, 1501 Charbonier Road in Florissant.

“Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease: The Basics.”

Preregister at www.alz.org/stl or call 800.272.3900.

Christian Hospital To register call 314.747.9355 July 18: Diabetes Awareness 9-10 a.m. There are nearly 26 million Americans living with diabetes, and this number rises each year. It is estimated that every 17 seconds, someone is diagnosed with diabetes. Join us this morning and take advantage of a free blood glucose screening (diabetes test). In the Jamestown Mall Food Court. Event is Free. Call to register.

Aug 1: Live Your Life Well 1-2:30 p.m. R. Bryan Evans, MSW, Mental Health America of Eastern Missouri. Learn to use positive actions every day and in times of crisis to cope effectively and reduce stress. From relaxation techniques, to journaling exercises, to simple ways to get better sleep and improve eating habits; this program, and its companion website, offer a wide range of resources to build resiliency and enhance wellbeing. Call Registration required.

At Northwest HealthCare, 1225 Graham Road, Community Room.

Event is Free.

Aug. 13: 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. In the CH Cancer Resource Center. Event is Free.

Aug. 31: Village North Retirement Community’s 30th Anniversary Celebration 1-4:30 p.m. Join us as we celebrate 30 years of providing quality senior living in North County! Hors devours, entertainment and drawings for fabulous prizes! Reservations required. At Village North

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Volunteers needed at Christian Hospital Christian Hospital is calling out for volunteers that can do a significant amount of walking to run errands within the hospital. Discover the rewards of volunteering!

If you’re looking for a rewarding way to spend your time, volunteering at Christian Hospital is an ideal match. Volunteer positions are available in many different areas.

You’ll meet a variety of interesting people while making a difference in our community. Applications are available at www.chrisitianhospital.org in the Volunteer Office, located off the hospital’s main lobby. For more information, call the Christian Hospital volunteer office at 314-653-5032.

SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings Every Mon. and Tues. in July: HMR Program Orientation Mondays: 6 – 7 p.m. Tuesdays: noon – 1 p.m. At SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available, and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1-877-477-6954.

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 in-

crease 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 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.

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.

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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.

320 N. Forsyth Blvd in Clayton; lower level in Samuel United Church of Christ; contact 314.968.3477.

• 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.

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.

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.

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A series of four classes over a sixmonth period of time. Call Central Scheduling to make an appointment at 314.344.7220. The classes are covered by most insurance plans.

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.

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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.

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Dreamgirls at the Muny The Muny recently announced principal casting for the fourth show of its 94th season, Dreamgirls (July 16-22), directed by Robert Clater, and choreographed

by Lesia Kaye. Dreamgirls is sponsored by Wells Fargo Advisors.

Tony® and Grammy® Award-winner Jennifer Holliday will reprise her legendary Broadway performance of Effie White. Joining her will be Demetria McKinney as Deena, Jenelle Lynn Randall as Lorrell, Muny veteran Ken Page as Marty, Christopher Jackson as Curtis, Karla Mosely as Michelle, and Tommar Wilson as C.C. Dreamgirls features a book and lyrics by Tom Eyen,

and music by Henry Krieger.

“This is a monumental cast,” said Executive Producer Mike Isaacson. “Having Jennifer Holliday as our Effie inspired many other great talents to join us, and this cast is a powerhouse. As we mount the first production of Dreamgirls in The Muny’s history, I believe we’ve got the team to rock this great musical.”

The Muny’s production features scenic design by Michael Anania, sound design by Jason Krueger, lighting design

by Seth Jackson, and costume coordination by John Furrow. Darren Ledbetter serves as the musical director, and the production stage manager is Peter Hynds.

JENNIFER HOLLIDAY (Effie) will be reprising her Tony® Award-winning role.

Her original Broadway performance of Effie garnered her the Tony® Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical, and Drama Desk and Theater World awards for her acting performance. Her Broadway performance of the song “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” catapulted her to national stardom.

CHRISTOPHER JACKSON (Curtis) Broadway: Memphis, In The Heights, The Lion King. Off-Broadway: Lonely I’m Not, In The Heights. Regional: Comfortable Shoes (World Premiere), Beggarʼs Holiday (World Premiere). TV: A Gifted Man, White Collar, Nurse Jackie, Gossip Girl, Fringe, Oz. DEMETRIA McKINNEY (Deena) is an award-winning actress, singer and songwriter from Fort Walton Beach, Fla. She is best known for her role as Janine Payne on the hit TBS sitcom Tyler Perry’s House of Payne.

JENELLE LYNN RANDALL (Lorrell) is

both a stage and screen performer. Jenelle now resides in Los Angeles after having lived in New York for 10 years and being in such Broadway shows as All Shook Up and Brooklyn the Musical.

KEN PAGE (Marty) was born in St. Louis and last seen at The Muny as King Triton in the 2011 production of The Little Mermaid.

His Broaqdway credits include: Nicely-Nicely in Guys and Dolls (1976 All-Black revival), Lion in The Wiz, Ain’t Misbehavin’(original cast 1978, 1988 revival), Cats (Old Deuteronomyoriginal Cast), and It Ain’t Nothin’ But The Blues (Lead Player).

KARLA MOSELY (Michelle Morris) is making her Muny debut. An NYU Graduate, her favorite roles include: Theater: (NY) Expatriate, Culture Project; Travlin’, NYMF; Max and Ruby, (Lucille Lortel), and Young Sistas (Vital Theater Company).

TOMMAR WILSON (C.C.) was last seen at The Muny as Jeffrey in Godspell. Broadway: The Book of Mormon, Hair, Hairspray, Lestat, Never Gonna Dance, The Music Man, and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer as well as national tours of Mamma Mia! and Ragtime.

The Muny Box Office is now open from 9 am to 9 pm, seven days a week.

The remaining line-up is: Disney’s Aladdin July 5 - 13 Dreamgirls July 16 - 22 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor® Dreamcoat July 23 - 29 Pirates! (or, Gilbert & Sullivan Plunder’d) July 30 August 5 The King and I August 6 - 12 Season Ticket buyers will enjoy their reserved seats for Aladdin from July 5 – 11. Additional performances (July 12 and 13) are non-subscribed, and offer exceptional seating opportunities for groups. The Muny’s group sales office offers a 20 percent discount for groups of 20 or more, and is taking orders now.

For more information or to make reservations, call 314.361.1900, extension 308. Single tickets are available at The Muny Box Office in Forest Park, online or by phone. For more information, call 314.361.1900 or visit www. muny.org. Supporting sponsors include Siteman Cancer Center and World Wide Technology.

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