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A clip from the short film, “Ethan and Edna,” directed by St. Charles native Andy Compton, who will be screening his film at the Whittaker St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase.
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Whittaker St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase gives a platform for local artists to spotlight their talents on the silver screen By Wendy Todd If you’re looking for summer events, the Whittaker St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase hosted by the nonprofit, Cinema St. Louis happens this month. It will include seven feature-length films, a documentary shorts program, five narrative shorts program and four free master classes for aspiring filmmakers. The event exposes local talent to the public and helps connect those in the industry as well as applaud them. “For the past 22 years the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase has served as the area’s primary venue for films made by local artists,” artistic director of Cinema St. Louis, Chris Clark said. “It is a chance to celebrate these artists by sharing their work on
the big screen to an audience of their own peers as well as the general public. It becomes a fantastic opportunity to network with other filmmakers and to enjoy the fruits of their endless labors creating these films.” Films chosen for the showcase are selected based on qualities including originality, storytelling and technical proficiency. All screenings will be on the Washington University in St. Louis campus and there will be some Q&A sessions. The master classes covering key aspects of filmmaking will be virtual. For those who’ve never attended the Filmmakers Showcase, Clark assures that it will not be a collection of poorly produced works, but rather a curated selection of films of professional caliber.
“Attendees, especially those not overly familiar with the high quality of locally produced films, will be quite impressed by what they will experience in Brown Hall,” Clark said. “I see films in this event every summer that would be competitive entries in almost any festival in the U.S. The showcase is yet another example of the vast amount of art being created here and opens the door to these passionate cinematic voices.” One of those voices that will be heard at the showcase is that of Andy Compton, a St. Charles native, who will be screening his short film, “Ethan and Edna.” The short is about a heartbroken young man and his recently widowed grandmother, See ‘FOCUS’ page 2
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RGSD approves $15 minimum wage, additional raises for 2022-2023 school year On June 21, the Special Administrative Board approved a salary increase for all Riverview Garden School District (RGSD) employees for the 2022-2023 school year. The salary increase is in addition to the 5% increase approved by the SAB on April 26 for the
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2022-2023 school year. Here are the details of the newly approved increases: • $15/hour minimum salary for support staff (revised custodial, food service and clerical salary schedule) • One step movement for teachers (exception - longevity teachers will receive 3%) and all support staff (exceptions: custodial, food service, and clerical) • 3% increase for administrators In summation, the minimum salary in the district has been raised to $15 per hour. All cistrict employees currently earning less than $15 per
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hour will see their salaries increase to at least $15 per hour. Teachers and other support staff will receive a step increase. Administrators will receive a three percent increase. The new salary rates went into effect on July 1 for 12-month employees. For teachers, nine- and 10-month employees, the salary increase will be reflected in the employees’ first paychecks for the 2022-2023 school year. RGSD is grateful for the hard work, dedication and commitment our faculty and staff have shown to the scholars and community. Individuals wishing to join the RGSD team can apply at rgsdmo.org/jobs.
who through the course of the short, find much needed joy in each other’s company while searching for the last connection to Ethan’s ex. Compton discovered his love of filmmaking after a long period of searching for his niche. “Like most filmmakers,” Compton said. “I always loved movies as a kid, but never once considered it as a career. I was originally a high school dropout and spent a lot of my 20s just aimlessly partying and working random jobs to get by. But around 25, I got sober, finally got my GED and decided to go to community college. Once I was there, I received some praise from my writing teachers that kind of motivated me to take writing more seriously. Then I took a film appreciation class that kind of opened up my mind like, ‘Oh, yeah. You’ve always loved movies. Now you’re writing. Maybe you should try to write movies.’ So, I did, very badly in the beginning. But that’s how it all started and it just grew from there.” Compton, who majored in scriptwriting and minored in film and television production at Webster University is one of the event’s master class teachers and
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believes everything begins with good writing. A story that has a universal element that connects viewers is critical to the artform. He also points to collaboration and allowing contribution from team members, recognizing that filmmaking is often involves synergy. One may not think of St. Louis a film city but Compton has found a group of film lovers and creators who have built an industry here. “I love our little film community here in St. Louis,” Compton said. “Admittedly I’m still very new and haven’t met that many folks outside of those I went to film school with, but there are films being made here all the time. All the film people in town are always uploading behind the scenes set photos, or stills of finished projects to Instagram. It’s really cool and definitely exciting to be a part of. We may not be as booming of a film market as some other cities, but we definitely have a lot of talented people here in town making really great films.” The St. Louis Filmmaker showcase takes place July 15-24. For tickets go to: cinemastlouis.org/st-louis-filmmakers-showcase.
By Dr. Larry A. Brown
Caring, a divine characteristic Caring, caring for and caring about – though separate and distinct attributes – are each very important in order for us, as human beings, to live a meaningful, productive and satisfying life while we occupy space on the planet. Often, we exhibit a tendency to take things as they come and react to them accordingly. We have no particular plan, nor have we decided to make each day a rewarding experience in utilizing the gifts, talents, and thoughts that we possess to help move our society forward and the lives we touch, to have a positive experience as a result of being in contact with us. It is extremely important to understand that each of us has a role of importance to play while here on earth. All of us can appreciate the good feelings associated with accomplishment or positive results, but how many of us really work at making this happen, not only in our own lives but also in the lives of others? The first thing we might consider doing is “caring for ourselves.” Caring how we look and caring about what we say often is all that is necessary in order to generate a good effect on another person with whom we may come in contact. Being a good listener is also a quality that can produce a positive result because it tells the other person that we are really concerned about them, how they feel, and what they may be experiencing. We should be
concerned about other’s perceptions of us! When we take action and actually provide care for a person and care to a person, then we may be acting out a feeling we have inside for their well-being, especially if we are not receiving any particular benefit from providing this service. A caregiver is usually hired to provide certain services for one who may be disabled or unable to provide for himself or herself. This is fine also as it usually makes the recipient of the services feel better! However, when we “care about” someone or some situation, then we are not content until we “do something” to improve the situation. Whatever we do, or cause to be done to improve a negative situation is helpful to us and usually is helpful to the situation, even if it doesn’t totally eliminate the negativity involved. Often, our showing of concern, stimulates the concern of others and what may have been a problem for one or more, may be eliminated. In today’s world, we need more people who will take positive action to help the world rid itself of certain evils and problems that many are experiencing. Because of the technology that is available to us, the world’s conditions are becoming known to more and more of us. We cannot avoid or plead ignorance to unfavorable conditions as may have been part of our response (or lack of response) in the past. It is almost sinful for
us to turn our heads and ignore bad situations around us. In the Bible, the story of the good Samaritan, is an excellent example of caring. It reveals that often, those whom we normally expect to care either because of their title, role in the community, or proximity to the issue, may not involve themselves for various reasons, so we need to do what we can. Often you can help by supporting organizations who are trying to address these issues. Contact us at www.gracechapelministries or email gracechapeldevelopment@gmail.com or call me at 314-409-0965 if you feel like getting involved and doing something. We are a community of people and we must help each other! Dr. Larry A. Brown is a retired 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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Cinema St. Louis announces eighth Cinema at Citygarden juried competition The eighth edition of Cinema at Citygarden – a biennial co-presentation of Cinema St. Louis (CSL) and the Gateway Foundation – invites St. Louis-area filmmakers to let their imaginations blossom by creating short works that incorporate nature as a key element. This juried competition will award cash prizes – $1,500 for first place, $1,000 for second place, and $500 for third place – to the top three entries. The winning shorts will then be featured as part of a program that will screen on Citygarden’s video wall starting May 26, 2023. In addition to the three cash-prize winners, other submitted works will be chosen to be part of the video-wall program, which will play on a loop from 5-10 p.m. daily and continue at Citygarden through June 30, 2023. Deadline for entry is April 7, 2023. A three-person jury will select the three cash-prize winners; jury members will be announced on CSL’s website. The cashprize winners and the selected additional works will be announced on May 26, 2023. Cinema St. Louis will also screen the three winning films – as well as additional Cinema at Citygarden competition entries chosen by CSL – as part of the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase, held in July 2023. Those films will then be eligible for consideration by the St. Louis International Film Festival, held Nov. 2-12, 2023. Competition rules and a link to the FilmFreeway on-
line submission platform are found on the CSL website: cinemastlouis.org/cinema-at-city-garden. Among the most beloved public spaces in St. Louis, Citygarden is a two-block oasis of plants and trees, water, and internationally renowned sculpture in the heart of downtown’s Gateway Mall. Opened in 2009, the garden is free and open to the public 365 days a year. It’s been a hit since the day it opened, and the garden continues to attract visitors from all over the St. Louis area, the nation, and the world with its blend of beauty and serenity, and fun. In 2011, it received one of the nation’s most prestigious honors in urban planning, the Urban Land Institute’s Amanda Burden Urban Open Space Award. The garden represents a partnership between the City of St. Louis, which owns the land, and the Gateway Foundation, which spearheaded and paid for the attraction’s development — an estimated $25 million. Each of the 25 sculptures, which are owned by the Gateway Foundation, were selected and purchased separately. The design is by Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects of Charlottesville, Va. The video wall, on which the competition works will play, is set within a limestone wall that arcs across two blocks. For more information about Citygarden, visit citygardenstl.org.
STL Story Stitchers publishes ‘Not Another One! A Play for Peace’ to address gun violence Saint Louis Story Stitchers Artists Collective will present a one-hour performance of work related to the book “Not Another One! A Play For Peace” that includes music, a reading, and community conversation recorded and published for StitchCast Studio on Aug, 13 from 1 -2:30 p.m. at Central Library at 1301 Olive St. in St. Louis. This event is free and open to the public and is recommended for ages 10 and up. Saint Louis Story Stitchers Artists Collective is a nationally recognized artists collective known for high quality art and innovative youth violence prevention programs. “Not Another One!” is a multi-year signature project addressing gun violence through original music, youth-led discussions with adult leaders and police, related documentary videos, music, a book, and two scripts. Content has been collected and edited from 2015 to 2021 by over 100 local artists and youth. “Not Another One! A Play For Peace” is a collection of stories generated to address gun violence and negative police-youth interactions by Black and BIPOC artists and 16-24 year old youth in St. Louis. The book contains the full transcript of the youth-led discussion that took place during protests that erupted after the Aug. 9, 2014, killing by police officer Darren Wilson of unarmed Black teenager Michael Brown in Ferguson. Youth leading the discussion created an honest and frank conversation with the police, emergency room physicians, social workers and government offi-
cials about their concerns, rights, and police-youth interaction. A guide for youth who want to create their own youth-led discussion is included in the book. The book also contains both the full-length script and the school assembly script, both of which are based on the Saint Louis Story Stitchers Artists Collective’s 2015 youth-led discussion with civic leaders and police on gun violence and police/teen interaction entitled, “Not Another One! A Discussion.” The book provides content for educators or community or arts organizations who wish to stage the play at their own facility. Saint Louis Story Stitchers artists hope that schools, community centers, juvenile detention centers, police training centers, the fields of social work and African-American studies, social studies high school and university faculty and students, and change-makers will utilize the body of work in “Not Another One!” to generate thought and discussion in your own communities. This leads to better understanding of the themes in the project including violence, racial bias, police-youth interaction, and how youth can use the arts and nonviolent collective action to organize and work towards change. Local youth may join Stitchers Youth Council to get more involved. Members earn stipends to enable and support community service efforts and receive t-shirts and Story Stitchers hoodies. Application link: https://storystitchers.org/stitchcast-studio-podcaster-page.
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OFS’s MetroMarket announces new community collaboration St. Louis MetroMarket, a “farmers market on wheels” from Operation Food Search (OFS), has announced a new collaboration with Dierbergs Markets and Mercy. Together, they are adding a new stop for the retrofitted metro bus’s route at the Boys and Girls Club Teen Center of Excellence in Ferguson that will bring fresh produce to communities lacking easy access to healthy options. MetroMarket’s bus operates every Wednesday through Saturday, May through November, making two-hour stops at locations throughout the region. Fresh, affordable produce is carefully selected based on nutritional value and customers’ preferences, then brought directly to designated sites in the community. “OFS acquired MetroMarket in November 2021 with a goal of expanding the program to reach more people,” said Kristen Wild, President and CEO of OFS. “Working with Dierbergs Markets and Mercy has allowed us to make a great leap forward right at the beginning of the season.” A recent study published in the May issue of the American Journal of Health demonstrates the association between food insecurity and the likelihood of forgoing important medical care. Mercy and Dierbergs’ collaboration will help sup-
port the complete operational needs of adding a new stop in Ferguson, including vouchers for Mercy patients that can be used toward products on MetroMarket. “Offering opportunities to tackle food insecurity is a very important priority for us,” said Laura Dierberg Padousis, executive vice president for Dierbergs Markets. “This unique collaboration creates a positive step toward that effort, and provides healthy and essential food options.” “Access to healthy food is one of the Social Determinants of Health and a known barrier for some patients,” said Dr. Ray Weick, president of Mercy Clinic St. Louis and South divisions. “St. Louis MetroMarket’s stops in Ferguson will help address this gap and we hope it will make a positive difference in the lives of our patients and the community we serve.” St. Louis MetroMarket has been in operation since 2016 and served almost 34,000 people in 2021. The organization became a part of long-time partner Operation Food Search as a way of expanding service to the community. In addition to new stops and partnerships, they are offering increased programming that includes recipe tastings, nutrition education, and other community nutrition offerings.
The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce will host its 2022 Scholarship Bowl The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce will host its 2022 Scholarship Bowl on Aug. 4, from 6 to 9 p.m., at Crest Bowl at 650 N. Florissant Road in Florissant. Presenting sponsor for the event is Taste in Ferguson hosted by Angels At Work. The proceeds from the Scholarship Bowl fund the chamber’s scholarship program which annually awards scholarships to area high school seniors. In 2022, the chamber gave out five $1,000 academic awards, and one $1,000 perseverance award. The 2022 Scholarship Award winners were Breanna Booth, Incarnate Word Academy; Jordan K. Dixon, Hazelwood West High School; Marena Keys, Jennings High School; Jared Strickland, Hazelwood Central High School and Angelina Viviano, Hazelwood West High School. The Perseverance Award was awarded to LaShea
Shelton, Parkway North High School. The chamber partnered with the Florissant Valley Jaycees to award a $1,000 scholarship to a student that demonstrated excellence in service to the community. This student was Purity Peace Muiruri, Hazelwood West High School. Jacob’s Ladder also partnered with the chamber and awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Arissa Ford, Riverview Gardens School District. A team of six bowlers is $175, which includes three games, shoes, pizza and unlimited refills on soft drinks. Sponsorships are available: Strike Sponsor, $350, which includes team of six bowlers; Drink Sponsor, $150; Lane Sponsor, $100. For more information on sponsorships or to register to bowl, call the chamber office at 314-831 3500 or visit www.gnccstl.com.
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A plaque dedication for labor-leader couple is set for July 27 in Florissant
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he city of Florissant and Florissant Old Town Partners will hold a plaque dedication in honor of the late Harold “Bud” and Bernice Foley. This will be the 52nd Walk Through History plaque in honor of someone that have made valuable contributions to the city of Florissant or someone with Florissant roots that has impacted our community. The ceremony will be held on July 27 at 5:30 p.m. directly across from Florissant City Hall. The plaque dedication will take place before the start of the third Wednesday Night Out festivities which will be a washer tournament located in front of 717 rue St. Francois. Food will be provided by Mann Meats and drinks by BJ’s Bar. The sponsors for this event are: American Family Insurance - Paul Manganelli who is the Ward 2 Councilman, Patrick Mulcahy Ward 6 Councilman, CNB St. Louis Bank and Dogs on Duty. Harold “Bud” Foley was a labor
leader and the state’s most decorated veteran of World War II. He had received two Purple Hearts, two Bronze Starts, seven Battle Stars, three Presidential Citations and the Croix de Guerre from France. Bud was President of the St. Louis Building & Construction Trades Council and Business Manager of Plumbers & Pipefitters Union Local 562. He had been a member of the plumbers and pipefitters union for 42 years, rising from a journeyman pipefitter to various offices within the union. Besides holding the position of business manager, he also had been a business agent and secretary-treasurer. Bud was known for his skill in getting labor and management to communicate with each other. Bud also served as a councilman from 1952 to 1957. Bud and his wife Bernice founded the Florissant Township & Democratic Club where Bud served as the committeeman and his wife as the committeewoman.
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Still In This Together: The wishing willow tree I don’t know what was there before they built the house we moved into when I was four. More questions that I wish I had asked before the people who would know the answers were no longer here. Those kinds of things weren’t important at the time. The ground may have been part of a neighbor’s lot, or it may have been an empty lot to begin with. I just know our house was a new build, and the other houses on the block were older. It was a small brick, two-bedroom, one bathroom cottage, large enough for my parents and their two girls, with a nice fenced yard and a small patio. Dad and Grandpa installed a swing set at some point, but until then the highlight of our backyard was the weeping willow tree way in the back of the yard (or so it seemed to my four-year-old self). For some reason, I always pronounced it a wishing willow tree, not a weeping willow, and the pronunciation stayed for the six years we lived there. The tree was small, I’m sure, but the sweeping branches were large enough to sit under, and hide under, and create an entire pretend kingdom under. I remember sitting on blankets under the tree with my mom and my baby sister, reading books, coloring pictures and eating picnic lunches. Mom had a hillside of flowers just beyond the tree, where the yard sloped down to the back fence, which helped lend a sense of privacy to my wishing willow tree. As my little sister grew up, she crept more and more into my world. I found myself wishing for more privacy, and encouraged Gail to play in the sandbox or climb across the top of the swing set and do acrobatic tricks… one of which caused a fall and an emergency house call from the doctor who put a couple of stitches into her forehead right there on our dining room table.
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The wishing tree was suddenly no longer my own. Gail could climb higher into the branches than I could because she was smaller and lighter, and I envied her that freedom when the wind blew through her hair and the branches flowed around her. But the wishes were all mine. I wished for the second-grade teacher who ran homework assignments off on the mimeograph machine on colored paper… pink and blue and green seemed so much more fun for working out long division problems. The wishing willow gave me that wish, and I remembered that trick years later when helping our own kids with their homework. I wished for white puffy clouds in the shapes of animals on summer afternoons, and buttered noodles for dinner, and for a valentine from my third-grade boyfriend, Darrell, and the wishes came true. I set up our little red metal folding table and chairs under the wishing willow tree and did my homework there. It always seemed easier to memorize spelling words and state capitals and multiplication tables under the quiet shade of my wishing willow, even if Gail was also there coloring her kindergarten pages or blowing bubbles from high up in the branches above me. It was a hallowed spot, one that granted wishes and brought peace to my world, and weeping willows have always been favorites of mine because of it. Soon after my second little sister was born, we started spending weekends driving to look at display homes that would give us more room in far-away North County. To our parents’ credit, it was a fun time of closet exploration and choosing favorite subdivision names, watching our basement being dug and our new home’s walls being built. I was able to find treasures of nails
and small pieces of wood and errant bits of metal that I could arrange into abstract masterpieces under the wishing willow, not entirely aware of the fact that boxes and moving trucks could ensure that our possessions would magically show up on Mockingbird Lane, but that some very important things had to be left behind on Amelia Avenue. There were no trees in our new subdivision; there were no fences or flowers or bushes or even much grass. The wishing willow was left behind, along with all its storm-blown memories and lazy summer afternoon secrets. I had learned to read under its branches, and I wondered if any other little girls would be lucky enough to know its magic. We found out a few years later that the new owners had removed the tree to make space for a garage to be built. Of course, by then, I was mature enough to understand that the weeping willow had simply been a tree, and it had no magical powers or wish-granting properties. But now, to the much older me, it will always be my wishing willow, and I love the memories and the smile it brings to my heart. Vicki Bahr is an inveterate word lover and story sharer, a published author in magazine, newspaper and blog forms. As a mom of four, grandma of nine, and wife of one for nearly fifty years, she finds that inspiration and wonder are everywhere. 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.
Christian Hospital EMS nationally recognized for its commitment to quality care for severe heart attacks Christian Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold Plus achievement award for its commitment to offering rapid, research-based care to people experiencing the most severe form of heart attack, ultimately saving lives. Each year, more than 250,000 people experience a type of heart attack known as an ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), caused by a blockage of blood flow to the heart that requires timely treatment. To prevent death, it is critical to restore blood flow as quickly as possible by either mechanically opening the blocked vessel or using clot-busting medication. Mission: Lifeline is the American Heart Association’s national initiative to advance the system of care for patients with high-risk, time-sensitive disease states, such as severe heart attacks. The program helps reduce barriers to prompt treatment for heart attacks – starting from when 911 is called, to EMS transport and continuing through hospital
treatment and discharge. Optimal care for heart attack patients takes coordination between the individual hospital, EMS and health care system. “The health care professionals who interact with a patient even before he or she enters the hospital or emergency room play a vital part in the system of care for those who have heart attacks,” said James G. Jollis, M.D., volunteer chair for the GWTG-CAD Systems of Care Advisory Work Group and professor of medicine at Duke University School of Medicine. “Since they are the first medical point of contact, they can save precious minutes of treatment time by activating the emergency response system that alerts hospitals to an incoming heart attack patient.” The Mission: Lifeline achievement award is earned by agencies that demonstrate a commitment to treating patients according to the most up-to-date research-based practices as outlined by the American Heart Association.
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The J to host biannual used book sale The St. Louis Jewish Community Center’s biannual Used Book Sale returns from Aug. 28-Sept. 1 with offerings in every genre, including mysteries, general fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, and much more. “The Used Book Sale at the J is a great place to find amazing bargains and valuable collectibles, “said Lynn Wittels, President and CEO of the J. “The sale is well recognized by book dealers and the literature community as being among the best in the St. Louis region.” Preview day is Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with a $10 admission and free admission begins on Monday. Hours are 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Monday-Wednesday and on Thursday customers can fill a bag for $5 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Masks are required for entry. For updated and complete information visit https:// jccstl.com/programs/used-book-sale/.
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Help is out there for people newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis There are nearly one million people living in the U.S. with multiple sclerosis (MS) and for those who are newly diagnosed it can often be challenging time. If you, or a loved one, have recently been diagnosed with MS you may not even know where to begin. Chances are you’ve never heard about MS or know what this means in terms of the rest of your life. You’re probably feeling overwhelmed, even a little scared, and possibly relief in finally knowing what to call all these strange symptoms you’ve been having. But no one must face MS alone. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is here to help provide the support, resources and information you need to move your life forward. Many people find it helpful to start by gathering the facts. Learning as much as you can about MS and getting answers to common questions can help you feel confident and in control of your health. New to MS: Navigating Your Journey Virtual Program is way to connect and learn with others who are new to MS. This program offers information about MS and symptoms, how to manage MS, and living well with MS. There will be opportunities to engage with other attendees, ask questions of a healthcare professional, and share your own experiences.
This program is offered monthly on the second Thursday of the month and the content is the same each month. Space is limited, and sessions regularly reach capacity. You can register at nationalmssociety. org or by calling 800-344-4867. Multiple sclerosis is an unpredictable disease of the central nervous system that disrupts the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and the body. The National MS Society’s vision is a world free of MS, and our mission is to stop MS in its track, restore what has been lost and end MS forever. To support our work, please visit nationalmssociety.org/donate Christie Derbin is the President for the National MS Society, Gateway Market. She has extensive experience in nonprofit management and appreciates the impact philanthropic organizations are making in our community. She is a native St. Louisan and graduate of Saint Louis University. 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.
MSBA recognizes Ladue School District Board of Education with Governance Team Award
Photo courtesy Ladue School District (From left) Ladue Schools Board of Education members Jennifer Growe Soshnik, Sheldon Johnson, Marissa Rosen, Dr. Jim Wipke, Kisha M. Lee, Carolyn Jaeger, Andy Bresler and Jeffrey Kopolow received the Missouri School Boards’ Association Governance Team Award.
On June 12, the Missouri School Boards’ Association recognized Superintendent Dr. Jim Wipke and the Ladue Schools Board of Education for receiving the Missouri School Boards’ Association Governance Team Award. The Governance Team Award allows MSBA to recognize school boards and their superintendent for commitment to continuous improvement through ongoing professional development, regional and statewide leadership, and active participation in legislative advocacy for public schools and the students
they serve. “I am not surprised that our board of education would receive such a prestigious award,” Wipke said following the award presentation. “Our board members consistently go above and beyond with their professional development and strive for excellence.” The award was presented to Kisha Lee, Ladue Schools Board of Education president, and Carolyn Jaeger, director, during MSBA’s Igniting Great Ideas Summit held June 10-12 in St. Charles.
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Local scholars accepted into the Emerson STEM Academy Hazelwood, Jennings, and Ritenour school districts into the Emerson STEM Academy for fall 2022. Students are selected for the ESA after submitting an application, including essays and recommendations, and completing an interview. Selection for this dual enrollment program is competitive and requires students to meet the following goals by the time of high school graduation: 1. Be interested in pursuing a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) major or career. 2. Be willing to complete at least 12 hours of college credit before high school graduation. 3. Be willing to take and pass MTH:140 or place into MTH:160 or higher STEM math. 4. Have a cumulative, unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher (3.0 recommended). In addition to the academic benefits of taking dual enrollment courses, students in the ESA program also receive the following: • Textbooks, materials and supplies are covered for dual enrollment courses. • Students have access to the exclusive ESA Suite, which is complete with computers, a place to store belongings and a place to meet. • Students have access to all the benefits provided to STLCC students, including Universal Pass (U-PASS enables students to ride the MetroBus and MetroLink at no extra cost.), student clubs and activities, academic success & tutoring services, instructional resources, etc. • Students have a dedicated STLCC faculty liaison to serve as a mentor.
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proud of them for meeting the requirements of this competiFerguson-Florissant: Khytive program. ESA scholars will ia Henderson, Kenia Rodesno, have an opportunity to leave Lauren Sutton, Tyseanda Walkour campus with college credit, er, Maya Ward, Raynn Warren, participate in hands-on STEM Oghenemega Emeje, Anyah activities and connect with menBrown, Alexandrine De-Blaise, tors while they are still in high Honorina Ibucwa, Lesley Menschool,” said Elizabeth Gassel doza-Gomez, David Middleton, Perkins, Ed.D., president and Dylan Rugerio, Ne´Miah Barchief academic officer at STLnett, Donte Carter, Troy Ellison, CC-Florissant Valley. Matthew Gaikins, La’Tahvia Districts with at least 10 stuWilliams, Derrick Beal, Elijah dents participating in the ESA Echols, Grace Ford, Antavion program are also eligible to reFranks, Jossie Gates, Elijah Holceive up to $15,000 toward the man, Jordan Johnson, Kennecost of student transportation dy Jones, Daniyah Laney, Kyle from their high school(s) to McKissick, Asia Moore, Taylor STLCC for the purpose of parPhillips, Andrea Pool, Cai Tolliticipating in dual enrollment ver, and Marke’La Worth. courses on campus for fiscal year Hazelwood: Michael Becton, Photo courtesy St. Louis Community College 2023. Zuri Dozier, Rayven Phipps, Nicholas Savery sharpens his math skills during an EmerThree renovated engineering Daniel Awodeyi, Maura Booher, son STEM Academy session held April 12. classrooms on Florissant Valley Jamie Climaco, Dakota Harris, campus house the academy. A Raishaun Keys, Aryielle Metcalf, $1million grant from Emerson awarded in 2016 made Jordyn Peebles, Kierstyn Utley, Jaloni Washington, and the dedicated space and enrichment program possible. Tyleisha Washington. Jennings: Danny Thomas, Antoine Chillers, and Bobby Lewis. Ritenour: Hope Both, Pedro Garcia, Katie Kurtz, Samantha Lohnes, Tamika Maney, Diane Martinez-Mendoza, James Miller, Flor Maria Quiroz Rivera, Johnathan Torres-Martinez, and Kyla Williams. “These scholars’ parents and teachers should be
Ferguson-Florissant School District middle school teacher among ten chosen for national STEM scholar program Tasha Jordan, a science teacher at Johnson-Wabash 6th-Grade Center in the Ferguson-Florissant School District, has been recognized as a 2022 National STEM Scholar. She was one of ten middle school teachers from eight states selected to participate in the National STEM Scholar Program. Those selected as STEM Scholars are invited to take part in a unique professional development program aimed at providing advanced STEM training, national network building, and project support for middle school science teachers nationwide. “Students deserve the best learning experiences possible. They also deserve teachers with the knowledge and skill to ensure that they receive the best education possible,” said Jordan. Jordan has been a science teacher in Ferguson-Florissant School District for four years. She started as a student teacher in the district at Walnut Grove Elementary. She is a graduate of Chatham University with a bachelor’s degree in science. She also holds a master’s degree in social work and a master of arts in education from Washington University in St. Louis. She is working on her doctorate of education with a focus on STEM from the University of Pittsburgh. Jordan will spend a week at the Gatton Academy be-
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fore school starts to collaborate with the other STEM scholars selected and to develop curriculum. This year’s STEM Scholars will convene on Western Kentucky University’s campus in Bowling Green, Kentucky, during the summer for a week of advanced STEM training “This program brings science teachers from around the country together to network and share ideas to better the science classroom,” Jordan said. “I am looking forward to using my knowledge to have a positive impact on student learning in the science classroom.”
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July 9: Bingo night
Florissant Presbyterian Church at 660 Charbonier in Florissant, will be having a beach themed bingo night. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., start time is 7 p.m. Popcorn and soda provided. Cost is $10 per person and $5 per extra card. Bring in a package of diapers or feminine hygiene products and receive an extra card for free. Please RSVP by
leaving a voice message for reservations at 314-837-8555 or sign up outside of office. Please give name and number of people attending.
RECURRING EVENTS 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-tofour 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 314513-1674 or cbanaskavich@ jfcs-stl.org.
Mondays: Choral Arts Group meetings
Choral Arts Group practices every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Connection Christian Church at 1332 Feise Rd. in O’Fallon. Auditions not required. Ages high school and older are invited to join. There will be spring and fall public concerts. For more information call Marty at 636-579-9227, or email concertartsa@gmail.com.
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.
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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.
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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 fourpart 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 314993-6134.
Mondays: 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 second Monday of the month, starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132. For a limited period the Chapter will pay for one (1) year membership for new members.
M o n d a y s -T h u r s d a y s : 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 Pan-
try 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: Bingo
Florissant Elks Bingo takes place at 16400 New Halls Ferry every Tuesday. Doors open at 4 p.m., bingo starts at 6 p.m. No outside food or drinks allowed per St. Louis County. Food and drinks available for purchase. Maximum 150 players. Must wear mask to enter. Social distancing followed.
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The Gentlemen of Sound are looking for men who like to sing or want to learn. They practice Tuesdays at Lady of the Pillar school at 401 S. Lindbergh from 7 – 9 p.m. They try to do public events monthly. Always looking for new members. Come by or call Charlie at 314-954-1121.
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: Celebrate Recovery Celebrate Recovery Tuesday meetings take place at 6 p.m.
with a Saturday Bible Study at 9 a.m. at LifePoint Church at 424 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information visit www.lifepointministries.church/celebrate-recovery or call (men) Steve D. at 636-634-6582 or (women) Denise W. at 530-417-6151.
Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals
The St. Louis Chordinals, a women’s a cappella chorus, rehearse every Tuesday evening from 7 - 9:30 p.m. at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church at 12397 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bridgeton (next to the Bridgeton Government Center). For more information call Linda at 314-839-3495 or visit stlouischordinals.org.
Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)
From 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. located at John F. Kennedy Center/Henry Koch Ctr., Howdershell Rd. at Charbonier Rd., Florissant. For more info contact Paul McConnell, 314-831-5476.
2nd Tuesday Sept.-June: Show-me Stitchers:
Show-me Stitchers is the local chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America. We meet on the second Tuesday, Sept.-June at 6:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 14088 Clayton Road, Chesterfield, MO. Learn needlepoint, embroidery, cross stitch, and more.
Corn harvest celebration returns to the Ferguson Farmers’ Market in July Tomatoes, cantaloupes, and corn are all on the fresh-off-the-farm menu for July. Later in the month, we celebrate the corn harvest with a full day of activities on July 30. Visit the market’s website for more details and for updates on vendors and events as they happen. The market operates 8 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, in the Plaza at 501 in historic downtown Ferguson. Special Events: • July 9: Wild Bird Sanctuary will be on hand with a special bird guest. Jacck Art Studio will be on hand with creative activities, 9 a.m. to noon. • July 16: Learn about Composting with Earth Dance Organic Farm and School, 8 a.m. to noon • July 23: A Red Circle Resource Day
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• July 30: Fresh Corn Roast, Kids’ Corny Jokes Contest, and Corn Husk Doll Activity Music: • July 9: Cheri Evans, 9-11 a.m. • July 16: Readus Miller, 9-11 a.m.
• July 30: Free Champagne Band – Uncorked, 9-11 a.m. Returning Vendors (most weeks): • Farmers/Food Producers: Earth Dance Organic Farm and School, Howie Farms, Missouri Honey, Mandi’s Micro Greens & Mushrooms, Bridge Bread Bakery, Cheery Cherry (bakery), Lissy’s Confections, Herbal Phoenix, Kentzo Koffee (bagged coffee) • Fresh Foods: B Juiced (cold-pressed juices and smoothies), Paninis by Carlynn’s, Rootberry (cold foods), That’s So Good (breakfast), Idle Roasting (bagged coffee and freshly brewed cups of coffee) New Vendors: • Pour Decisions (cocktails), Rootberry (salads, wraps), Stretchin’ Issa Habit (stretch therapy) Yoga at the Market: • Every week, 9 a.m., by Expressions 4 U Yoga. Please sign up on their website: www.expressions4u.org/ events.
www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • July 6, 2022 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.
Wednesdays: Bingo
Bingo takes place every Wednesday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland. Doors open at 5 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314-660-1813.
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 314298-7444 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.
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: 314839-7604.
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. in the old school at the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine, 1 Rue St. Francois, Florissant.
Thursdays: Blood pressure checks
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 8313752 for more information.
Thursdays: Women’s chorus meeting
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 bistate region. Call Marcia at 636-274-0723 for more information or visit www.cityvoiceschorus.org.
Fridays: Fish fry
A fish fry takes place every Friday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314-660-1813.
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.
Saturdays: Yoga
Yoga returns to Calvary UCC at 2501 Hartland Avenue, on Saturdays from 10:30-11:30. Masks and social distancing are required in the building and participants should bring hand sanitizer with them. For further information call Angela at 314-801-8594.
Saturdays: Toastmasters meeting
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 314-402-7025.
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. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday or visit www.stpeterschurch.org.
Saturdays: Clothing sale
On the second Saturday of each month Bethany-Peace UCC at 11952 Bellefontaine Rd. in St. Louis County hosts a clothing sale from 9 - 11 a.m. For sale are used clothing and shoes, some household items, books and toys. Fill your bag for $1.
Saturdays: Grief support
On the fourth Saturday of each month, grief support meeting “A Way With Words Ministry” meets at 12:30 p.m. at Community Christ Fellowship, rear, at 121 Williams Blvd. in Hazelwood, 1/4 mile south of Hwy 270 off Florissant Rd. There are
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a variety of topics monthly. You are not alone. Come help your heart heal with others. For more information call 314-605-3949.
Every Fourth Saturday’s Writer’s Workshop
10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Baden Library, at 8448 Church Rd. For more information call 314-388-2400.
Sundays: Meat shoot
Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 4445 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Rd. between Sinks Rd. and Lindbergh starting noon Sept. 15 thru Nov. 17; and in the spring, Feb. 2 thru March 8 rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded.
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1st Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting
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Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation
Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon–1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical ac-
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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.
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Sundays: Jennings DoDads 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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Sports you see with Gary B... UMSL golfers pick up awards University of Missouri-St. Louis senior Joel Sylven and junior Juan Antonio Padilla were named to the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) Ping All-America Team on June 27. Sylven earned First Team honors while Padilla was named to the honorable mention team. Sylven becomes the first player in program history to be a three-time All-American. He was a third team selection in 2018-19 and earned honorable mention honors in 2019-20. Sylven paced the Tritons with a 72.88 scoring average, recorded six top 10 finishes and was individual medalist four times this season including win the GLVC and NCAA Championships. He recorded par of better in 17 of 60 rounds, including a season-low 67 which he achieved three times this season. Sylven is the program’s career scoring leader at 73.28. Padilla earns his first All-America honor after finishing the season with a 74.88 scoring average which was third best on the team. He recorded par or better in four of 32 rounds and his best finish of the season came at the GLVC Championships where he finished in a tie for sixth with a score of 217. Padilla shot a season-low 70 in the opening round of the Doc Spragg Fall Invitational and matched that in the opening round of the GLVC Championships back in April. * Well deserved UMSL basketball player earns first scholar-athlete award The Great Lakes Valley Conference announced on June 24 that University of Missouri-St. Louis graduate student forward Alex LaPorta has been selected as the GLVC Winter/Spring Sports Scholar-Athlete of the Year for women’s basketball. She is the first Triton in program history to win the league’s Scholar-Athlete of the Year award and is the second Triton this year to be named a Scholar-Athlete joining Charlotte Richards who was named the winner for volleyball back in January.
LaPorta, a two-time First Team All-GLVC selection, is the program leader in rebounds with 1,130 and is third all-time in scoring with 1,509 points, assists (427), steals (205) and free throws made (204). She helped lead UMSL to its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2013-14 this past season and a school-record 23 wins. LaPorta averaged 11.7 points, 7.3 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game this past season. Her 113 assists were tops in the league this season while her 3.9 assists per game were second best in the conference. The Highland, Illinois native’s on-the-court accomplishments were not the only accolades she picked up during her final season, as she was named Academic All-District by CoSIDA, Academic All-GLVC and is a recipient of the GLVC’s Council of Presidents’ Award for Academic Excellence, finishing with a 3.85 GPA while pursuing her MBA. * Excels in classroom and on the court Ambush setting up tryout camp The professional St. Louis Ambush soccer team plays their home games at the Family Arena in St. Charles. They will be conducting an opportunity for additional players at the Vetta Sports Complex in St. Charles for the 2022-2023 season. All the details will be forthcoming but the dates are Sept. 4 and Sept. 5. Go to www.STLAmbush.com for additional information. * Start working out now for September 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. I am currently hosting a Health show on 97.1 FM, ‘Prime Time Health’ www.PrimeTimeSTL.com. It broadcasts Saturday nights at 8 and Sunday mornings at 9.
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Celebrate warm weather outdoors with a refreshing treat like Cool Lemon Lush.
Cool Lemon Lush Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray 2cups flour 1cup butter, softened 2packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese 1cup sugar 1lemon, juice only Directions:
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Heat oven to 350 F. Grease 9-by-13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
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In medium bowl, combine flour and butter using pastry cutter. Press into bottom of baking pan. Bake 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool completely. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese and
sugar until smooth. Juice lemon into mixture; continue mixing until blended. Pour mixture over cooled crust. Set aside. In medium bowl, whisk pudding mix and milk until thickened. Spread over cream cheese mixture. Spread whipped topping over pudding layer. Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
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‘Back to the Future’ sends Marty and Doc to Broadway
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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.
fter travelling back and forth in time, Doc Brown and Marty McFly made their way to the theater stage. “Back to the Future: The Musical” became a popular production in London’s West End that will soon head to Broadway. In 1985, Michael J. Fox, who starred in “Family Ties” at that time, teamed up with Christopher Lloyd to become one of the most iconic duos in history. The franchise kept them busy with trips to the Hill Valley Circa 2015 as well as the Wild West. In the early 1990’s, an animated version of “Back to the Future” became part of the CBS Saturday morning lineup. Transforming movies into live productions has become rather common over the years. In 1988, for instance, John Waters directed “Hairspray,” a look back at the teenage dance shows of the 1950’s. Ricki Lake played Tracey Turnblad, a girl who became part of the ensemble of one of those shows. Years later, the film was adapted into a musical and in 2007, Nikki Blonsky and John Travolta took the lead roles of Tracey and her mother. Watching Travolta dance his heart out in drag was worth the price of admission.
nominated for six Tony Awards and, a few years later, the film adaptation won ten Academy Awards, including an Oscar for Rita Moreno’s performance as Rita. In the movie, Natalie Wood and Richard Beymer played Maria and Tony, two young people who fell in love and wanted to get married, but the rivalries of two gangs stood in their way. Known for “Blazing Saddles,” “Young Frankenstein” and other comedies, Mel Brooks directed the satirical film “The Producers” in ‘Back to the Future’ photo courtesy Universal Pictures 1967. Zero Mostel starred as Max Bialystock, a greedy In the 1994, Walt Disney Studios released “The Broadway producer who did unethical things to Lion King,” an animated adventure inspired by avoid bankruptcy. Max’s fortunes changed after Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.” Matthew Broderick sup- meeting Leopold “Leo” Bloom (Gene Wilder), plied the adult voice of Simba, son of Mufasa, an accountant who believed they could make who avenged the death of his father and took his more money with a big budget flop than a hit. rightful place as King of the Pride Lands. The Years later, Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick film later became a wildly successful stage play. played the characters on Broadway and in a 2005 In 2019, Jon Favreau (“Iron Man”) directed a feature film adaptation. live-action version of “Lion King” with the voice “Back to the Future,” “Hairspray,” “West Side talents of Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Chiwetel Story” and “The Producers” showed how well Ejiofor and the inimitable James Earl Jones. movies and stage productions could be adapted Shakespeare also was on hand for “West Side for different venues and audiences. With more Story,” a contemporary retelling of “Romeo and films now in the pipeline, the trend could cerJuliet.” The original Broadway production was tainly continue.
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‘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.
Moore on Life
By Cindy Moore
Who’s running the asylum? “Come and babysit your grandkids while we go on a 10th anniversary get-a-away,” my daughter begged. “Let me think,” I said. “Naturally, the positive will be the bonding, the memories and the fun. But then there’s also the downside of the fractures and twisted ankles.” “Oh pshaw, we’re next to a quickie clinic. If anything breaks on them then medical help is around the corner.” “I was talking about me. My bones are brittle. If I try and lift one of those overfed dumplings my spine will compress into sawdust.” “Naw. It will be an adventure,” she coaxed. “Besides, there’s unlimited access to the pool next door.” Hmm, how hard could it be to watch three little munchers under the age of seven with one still drooling and in diapers? After all, didn’t I raise three kids and survive? Well…there was that fourth one. But it was a simple mistake of leaving the little bugger at a rest stop in Des Moines. Hmph, one slight blooper and it’s held against you for the rest of your life. There’s still the possibility that he’ll find his way home. Crushed vertebrae and mangled joints be darned, I packed up and headed out to watch the little tot-lets and enjoy that heated pool. Day one proved uneventful. The fridge had dinners ready to microwave; the house was orderly; the kids were thrilled to see me. The coming days saw a crack in the stability of things. There was no milk for the baby. If I ran to the store I’d have to lift and belt three kids in the car and that would be the end of my backbone. I substituted some blueberry soda for the baby. She loved it, but no longer drank her milk.
“Blue juice, blue juice!” she cried as she tossed her bottle angrily at my face. The kids soon became cranky. It could have been from staying up late watching shows and snacking on popcorn with M & M’s. I felt fine. Probably because I fell sound asleep two minutes into the movie while the kiddies stayed up all night wide-eyed. I quickly let myself go. I stopped wearing makeup and slept in my clothes. But that was because if the police came in the morning at least I’d be dressed. I glanced in the mirror and noticed I only had one hoop earring in. I looked like a crazed pirate. I awoke one morning to a crash in the kitchen. The toddlers stacked up boxes and got the raspberry ripple from the freezer top. They didn’t’ understand that ice cream for breakfast was a one-time deal. They were covered in sticky goo and needed a bath. Thank goodness for the 24-hour pool next door. Days into sitting, someone accidentally let the cat out and we didn’t see him again. But it made me feel better. That just proved unintended accidents happen all the time – at home and at rest stops. 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.
ACROSS 1. Kitchen boss 5. Churchill’s “so few” 8. Epochs 12. “Watch out!” on a golf course 13. East of Java 14. *Pinocchio’s state of being 15. Hard currency 16. Emanation 17. TV and radio 18. *Mr. Popper’s birds 20. Newspaper piece 21. *Like “Goosebumps Classic” 22. “What?” 23. *Richard Scarry’s Things That Go 26. Oxygenate, as in lawn 29. Skin cyst 30. Middle Eastern meat dish, pl. 33. Antonym of “yup” 35. Dispatch boat 37. Female sheep 38. Throat infection 39. Searching for E.T. org. 40. *”I think I can, I think I can...”, e.g. 42. *”____ Spot run!” 43. Accounting journal 45. *The Plaza Hotel resident of kids’ book fame
19. Michael Douglas’ 1987 greedy role 22. “For ____ a jolly ...” 23. *Clement Clark Moore’s famous beginning 24. Live it up 25. Join forces 26. Aid in crime 27. Bodies 28. *Athos’, Porthos’ and Aramis’ swords 31. *Corduroy or Paddington 32. Stiff grass bristle 34. *D’Artagnan’s sword 36. *It ends, according to Shel Silverstein 38. North American purple berry DOWN 1. Chlorofluorocarbon, abbr. 40. ____ at Work, band 2. Obstacle to jump through 41. Give in 44. Worshipful 3. Great Lake 46. Isis’ brother and 4. Tiny fox with large ears 5. Two halves of a diameter husband 6. Like one in isolation cell 48. Cause and effect cycle? 49. Abhorrence 7. Evergreen trees 50. RBG’s collar, e.g. 8. *Babar, e.g. 51. Arabic for commander 9. Thumb-up catch 52. Screen 10. Full of enthusiasm 53. Lymphatic swelling 11. *”The Little Mermaid” 54. Like certain Steven domain 13. Stock exchange, in Paris 55. Senior’s fragile body part 58. New York time 14. Affair, to Emmanuel Macron 47. Long, long time 48. Caffeine-containing nut trees 50. Off-color 52. *Ludwig Bemelmans’ Parisian boarding school resident 55. Middle Eastern porter 56. Movie “____ Brockovich” 57. Karl of politics 59. In a cold manner 60. Obscenity 61. Middle of March 62. Fringe benefit 63. *Side for Green Eggs 64. Put in the outbox
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