July 25, 2012 Vol. 91 No. 30
The Florissant Police Department offers safety tips for your home while you’re on vacation.
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Summer vacation season is coming to an end, but families still have time to get away before school begins. The Florissant Police Department wishes to pass along a few tips to keep your home secure while you are on your trip: 1). Don’t talk about it! Be cautious about who you tell about your trip. It is okay to tell a neighbor that you trust, but be careful about letting your whole neighborhood know that your house will be empty for an extended period of time. Also, don’t post comments of social networking sites that you are leaving for a trip, or post comments while you are on vacation. You never know who is seeing those comments, and you don’t want to advertise the fact that no one is at your house. 2). Use timers! Hook up timers to lights, televisions, and radios, and adjust the timers to your normal routine. This will help hide the fact that no one is home. 3). Lock up! Before leaving, make sure all of your doors, windows, garages, and sheds are secured. 4). Remember your mail! It is a good idea to request the post office to hold your mail while you are on vacation. This can be done either through their website, or you can fill out a form at your local post office. Another option is to ask a trusted neighbor to collect your mail and newspapers while you are away. 5). Remember your answering machine and email! Don’t tip anyone off that you will not be home by creating a new outgoing message for your answering machine saying that you are on vacation. Also, be cautious on what you put in automatic reply email messages. 6). Lock away your valuables! Keep valuables and important documents Around Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
in a fire safe box or a safe deposit box. Also, it is always a good idea to record the serial and model numbers for your valuables so you can accurately report them missing if needed. 7). Park a car in the driveway! Give your home an appearance that someone is living there by asking a trusted neighbor to park his or her car in your driveway while you are away. 8). Outdoor lighting! Consider motion sensing lights on the outside of your house. Criminals typically do not want to be seen, so if a light comes on as they are walking around your house, it may prevent you from becoming a victim. 9). Make notifications! If you have an alarm system, make sure that they know how to get hold of you while you are away. This can also be said about the trusted neighbor who is picking up your newspapers and mail, and who is parking a car in your driveway. 10). Complete a Vacation Check Form! The Florissant Police Department offers a free program to its residents where we check your house daily while you are on vacation. You Learn & Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Movie / Historic Streets . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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a safe and happy summer! For any questions, call Officer Andy Haarmann, the police department’s Community and Media Relations Officer at 314.830.6042 or ahaarmann@florissantmo.com.
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Beat the Heat this Summer Taking simple steps in advance can keep you and your family safe during the heat of the summer: • Drink more fluids, regardless of your activity level. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink. • Don’t drink liquids that contain alcohol or large amounts of sugar – these actually cause you to lose more body fluid. • Stay indoors and, if at all possible, stay in an air-
conditioned place. Even a few hours spent in air conditioning can help your body stay cooler when you go back into the heat. Call 2-1-1 from a landline phone to find heat-relief shelters in your area. • Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing. • NEVER leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle. • Although any one at any time can suffer from heatrelated illness, some people are at greater risk.
Check regularly on: • Infants and young children • People ages 65 or older • People who have a mental or physical illness For a cooling center near you, please visit www. health.mo.gov
Gateway Greening, St. Louis County Library Announce Community Gardening Partnership Gateway Greening and St. Louis County Library are partnering to offer a community garden space for residents of the northwest area of St. Louis County, including Hazelwood and Florissant.
Prairie Commons Community Garden will be located at the Prairie Commons Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 915 Utz Lane in Hazelwood. Residents and future gardeners are invited to an informational meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 1 at the Prairie Commons Branch to discuss garden plans. Interested participants will be encouraged to sign up for garden plots and additional leadership opportunities. "Libraries already provide a center for community development and activity. The addition of a community garden space in North St. Louis County will build upon the libraries contributions and allow neighbors to come together, grow fresh food and carry on the rich tradition of gardening,” said Mike Sorth, Gateway Greening executive director. “Gateway Greening’s partnership with St. Louis County Library allows us to further expand our reach and services beyond Metro St. Louis.” Gateway Greening’s partnership garden at Prairie Commons Branch will be their
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first garden in the Northwest St. Louis County area. Gardens at additional branches are being considered for the future. “The St. Louis County Library is pleased to partner with Gateway Greening to help improve access to fresh produce in the northwest County area,” said Charles Pace, St. Louis County Library Director. “Community partnerships such as this are a major initiative of the Library and demonstrate the importance of institutional cooperation in building a better St. Louis region. The Library plans to support this effort with programming and training for future gardeners in furtherance of our basic educational mission.”
About St. Louis County Library St. Louis County Library is the highest circulating public library in Missouri. In 2011, the library circulated 11.7 million items including books, DVDs, eMedia, video games, periodicals, and CDs. In the same year, 5.7 million people visited SLCL branches and bookmobiles. The library consists of 20 branches, including a Headquarters, which is located at 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd in Ladue. To learn more about SLCL programs and events, visit us at www.slcl.org and follow us on Facebook and Twitter. About Gateway Greening Gateway Greening is a non-profit organization that educates and empowers people to strengthen their communities through gardening and urban agriculture. Gateway Greening has been working to provide creative, grassroots solutions to urban problems since 1984. Programs include supporting more than 200 community and youth-focused gardens across the St. Louis area through educational opportunities, grants and technical assistance; urban beautification projects that enhance the downtown St. Louis urban landscape; and City Seeds Urban Farm, a 2.5 acre farm in downtown St. Louis that provides therapeutic horticulture and jobs training programs to individuals who are homeless and underserved. For more information on Gateway Greening and its programs visit www. gatewaygreening.org, call 314.588.9600 or follow us on Facebook and Twitter. www.lovetvinc.com
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STLCC Partners with Better Family Life for St. Louis Metropolitan Amnesty Project St. Louis Community College is teaming with Better Family Life Inc. to offer St. Louisans with misdemeanor warrants an opportunity to move past these issues through the 2012 St. Louis Metropolitan Amnesty Project. The Amnesty Project was established in 2002 as a one-day event to help citizens clear their records of outstanding traffic-related warrants. The program since has expanded to include all misdemeanor warrants. This year, it will be conducted over three days, and allow individuals to resolve outstanding warrants with 33-plus city and county municipalities. St. Louis Community College will host events 7 a.m.7 p.m. as follows: • Saturday, Aug. 4, in the Student Center at the Meramec campus, 11333 Big Bend Road. • Wednesday, Aug. 8, in the gymnasium at the Florissant Valley campus, 3400 Pershall Road. • Saturday, Aug. 11, in the Student Center Cafeteria at the Forest Park campus, 5600 Oakland Ave. The Amnesty Project provides participants the
chance to resolve situations that may be preventing them from getting or keeping a job or moving ahead in their lives and thus build more productive futures for themselves and their families. Participants will be assessed a $10 processing fee to cover all warrant vouchers. Representatives from St. Louis Community College also will be on hand to discuss educational opportunities available to participants. The Amnesty Project is part of Better Family Life’s annual Family Week, slated Aug.1-12. “We believe that the family is the single-most important unit that makes up society, and we are dedicated to finding internal solutions to the ills, to the obstacles and conditions that plague our neighborhoods,” said James Clark, Better Family Life’s vice president of community outreach. “We are dedicated to changing families through empowering individuals.” Last year, more than 14,000 citizens participated in the event at the college’s Forest Park and Meramec campuses, and more than 1,500 individuals completed prospec-
tive STLCC student cards. “We hope the program grows beyond the 14,000 this year, and that we get a number of citizens back into the workforce and into higher education,” said Myrtle E.B. Dorsey, Ph.D., STLCC chancellor. “This event will help people improve their lives and make them better citizens, who then give back to our economy, which is the ultimate goal. We therefore have a much more viable and vital city, county and state.” In addition, Mid America Transplant Services is contributing a $5,000 scholarship to St. Louis Community College. Details about eligibility and application procedures will be announced during Family Week events. For more information, visit www.betterfamilylife.org or call 314.746.0760.
The Just Lose It Weight Loss Challenge Nearly 400 North County residents took the challenge in January and lost more than 2,300 pounds! As the kids gear up to go back to school you can gear up to improve your health. This is your chance to make that commitment to live a healthy lifestyle. The incentive? If having more energy and looking and feeling healthier aren’t enough, of course there are prizes too! What is Just Lose It? It is a 12-week weigh loss challenge where you take charge of your health and make those lifestyle changes you have been meaning to make. We will be there to help with tips, classes, incentives, and weigh-ins each week to keep you accountable. Want to join? Here is what you need to do: • Call 314.747.WELL (9355) or 1.877.747. WELL to get registered for the kick off on Aug. 4. You must be registered and attend the kick off to be in the competition. The challenge is limited
to the first 400 people, so make sure to call early. • Come to the kick off any time between 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (noon). Registration will take anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour. • Attend the kick-off on Saturday, Aug. 4 at Christian Hospitals Atrium. Bring $10 for your registration fee in cash or a check made out to the Christian Hospital Foundation. Remember, you must be registered for the kick off by calling 314.747.WELL, you must attend the kick off and pay the $10 entry fee and be 18 years of age or older to be officially registered for the Just Lose it Challenge. Here is your chance to make those changes and improve your health with some help from your friends at Christian Hospital, City of Bellefontaine, City of Florissant, St. Louis County Parks, Community News, Eagle Fitness, Ferguson Bicycle Shop, CH Outpatient Rehabilitation Services at Graham Medical Center, the Y and Curves in Maryville, Ill.
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Emergency Alerts Coming to Your Phone
Nominate Your Favorite Veteran
Veteran of the Year Criteria for Nomination: • Honorable Discharge* • Meet definition of “veteran” established by Information from the St. Charles County Dept. of Community U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Health and the Environment • Continued service to veterans of the commuEmergency officials across the nation have begun implementing nity the Commercial Mobile Alert System as a means for issuing Wire• Current resident of Florissant or have been a less Emergency Alerts (WEAs). resident during the year of nomination. These short messages will come across on smart phones and • Nominations will be retained for three years. newer-model cell phones in a format that appears much like a text. Anyone not selected after three years will require However, unlike texts, these warnings will be issued to all phones within range of a designated cell tower, as opposed to being directed only at a specific number. Issued by your cell phone provider, these free alerts will tell the The Florissant Police Department is continuing type of warning (weather threats, AMBER alerts, or presidential- to hold AARP “Driver Safety Program.” The dates issued national emergencies), the affected area, and the duration. are: Tuesday, July 31(5:30 – 9:30 p.m.); Tuesday, They are simple in nature and are intended to direct recipients Aug. 14 (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.); and Tuesday, Nov. 13 to other sources for more detailed information. (9 a.m. – 1 p.m.). The program will be held at the The system sends a message to all devices in a given area. Be- Florissant Police Department, 1700 N. Highway cause cell towers broadcast in a circle, you may end up receiving 67, Florissant, Mo. 63033. The fee is $12 for AARP alerts for areas adjacent to your vicinity or receiving multiple alerts members and $14 for non-members. for the same incident. Cell towers can serve a radius of five miles The A.A.R.P. “Driver Safety Program” is a fouror more, so the message may extend beyond the affected area. For hour classroom refresher that can help particiexample, if a tornado warning is issued, it would go to all towers pants learn the effects of aging on driving and serving that county - regardless of their exact location. how they can adjust their driving habits to reThe alert messages are designed to have a unique ringtone and main safe on the road. This program is sponsored vibration, to differentiate from everyday use. These alerts will not interrupt calls or downloads in progress, but will be sent at the conclusion of the current use. Users may be able to opt out of the weather or AMBER alert warnings, and those procedures will vary Later this year, the Missouri Department of by carrier. However, the National Weather Service strongly en- Transportation (MODOT) will close the westcourages residents not to opt out of the weather alerts since they bound Blanchette Bridge. The construction will will only be issued in times of an imminent threat to individuals handle major repairs and is expected to take no and the community. longer than a year to complete. Westbound traffic To learn more about the WEA program, please consult with your on Interstate 70 will shift to the eastbound bridge wireless service provider. AT&T, Cricket, Sprint, T-Mobile and Ve- during this time. There will be three lanes of traffic rizon have all posted info about this new system on their websites. for each direction.
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a new nomination. • Must be verified by selection committee. Nomination forms may be picked up at Florissant City Hall, either Civic Center or local veterans’ organizations. Nomination forms are due by August 31 and should be turned in at the City Hall, 955 rue St. Francois, Florissant, Mo. 63031 or the Florissant Police Dept. 1700 North Hwy 67, Florissant, Mo. 63033.
and presented by AARP and targets drivers 50 years of age and older. AARP provides a certified instructor to teach the program. Many insurance companies offer reduced insurance rates for those who successfully complete the course. Check with your insurance company to see if you qualify. To register contact Officer Andy Haarmann at the Florissant Police Department’s Public Information Unit at 314.830.6042. Seating is limited so drivers are encouraged to register early to reserve a spot in the class. Registration is required.
Plan Ahead for Blanchette Bridge Closing
MODOT plans to close the bridge no earlier than Nov. 1. During road construction, we all tend to get impatient, which can lead to dangerous driving and accidents. It is important that while the Blanchette Bridge is under construction, drivers take caution when passing through the area. MODOT advises drivers to follow the three “S’s” to manage work zones safely: speed, space, and stress. Speed • Slow down when approaching work zones • Follow all posted speed limits • Don’t resume normal speed until signs indicate
it’s safest Space • Leave plenty of breaking room between you and the vehicle in front of you • Don’t pass other vehicles on the shoulder • Watch out for tailgaters. Stress • Keep your cool and don’t rush • Pay attention – avoid cell phone and radio distractions! • Expect delays and allow extra time for your commute. MODOT recommends that drivers consider taking alternative routes to avoid major congestion in the Blanchette Bridge construction area. Route 370 and Route 364 will serve as the major alternate routes to cross the Missouri River. For more information on the Blanchette Bridge closing and work zone safety, please visit www.modot.org.
Award-Winning Comedy Group Rocks the Missouri State Fair A cappella comedy rock group Six Appeal is fresh off a championship win at the 2012 Harmony Sweepstakes, and will make a debut at this year’s Missouri State Fair. The group will perform at 3 and 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9-14 at the Touchstone Energy Stage, as part of the Fair’s free entertainment
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line-up. The Missouri State Fair will host a full line-up of free entertainment every day, including The Sweeny Family Band Country Comedy Review, appearing on a new stage sponsored by Ditzfeld Transfer, Inc., and Pint Size Polkas on the Kids Stage, sponsored by Hostess Brands, Inc. Two crowd favorites returning this year is Cowboy Mounted Shooting, sponsored by Starline Brass, with two shows starting at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 9 and 10, and Hedrick’s Pig Races, sponsored by Bluegreen Corporation. The full free entertainment schedule, as well as a video of Six Appeal, is online at www. mostatefair.com/free-entertainment. For more info about the Missouri State Fair, visit www.mostatefair.com and follow the Fair on Facebook and Twitter. The 110th Missouri State Fair will be held Aug. 9-19 in Sedalia, and is themed “Celebrate Then and Wow.”
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Greater North County Chamber to Host 2012 Scholarship Bowl The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce will sponsor its 2012 Scholarship Bowl on Wednesday, August 1. The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., at AMF Dick Weber Lanes, 4575 Washington St. in Florissant. The proceeds from the Scholarship Bowl fund the chamber’s scholarship program, which annually awards scholarships to area high school seniors. The following students each received a $1,000 scholarship this year: Carolina Cruz, Hazelwood West High School; Lia Hanenburg, Hazelwood West High School; Travis Johnson, McCluer-South-Berkeley High School; Nicholas Nemerguth, Trinity Catholic High School; Ennis Randle, Riverview Gardens Senior High School; and Mia Watkins, Crossroads College Preparatory School. The cost is $25 per person, which includes three games, shoes, drinks and food. Sponsorships are available: Strike Sponsor, $300, includes a team of six players; Drink Sponsor, $150; Lane Sponsor, $100 and Frame Sponsor, $75. All sponsors receive signage and a listing in the program. For more information, call the chamber office at 314.831.3500 or visit greaternorthcountychamber.com
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STLCC Board of Trustees Elects New Officers The six members of the St. Louis Community College Board of Trustees selected Eleftheria “Libby” Fitzgerald of Chesterfield as board chair and Craig Larson, Ed.D., of Manchester as board vice chair at the June 28 regular meeting. Fitzgerald and Larson will serve one-year terms in the positions. Fitzgerald, a retired associate professor in counseling at STLCCForest Park, previously has served as board vice chair. She was elected to the board to represent Subdistrict Craig Larson, Ed.D. 4 in 2008. Subdistrict 4 includes the Eleftheria "Libby" Fitzgerald school districts of Parkway, KirkSTLCC board chair, Fitzgerald automatically bewood, Lindbergh, Mehlville, Rockwood, Valley Park, Meramec Valley and portions comes a member of the foundation board as well. Doris Graham (Subdistrict 1) of north St. Louis of Jefferson and Franklin counties. Larson, retired superintendent of the Rock- County was chosen to serve as an alternate on wood School District, was elected to the board in the foundation board. Jackson’s subdistrict primarily includes most of 2010 and also represents Subdistrict 4. St. Louis City while Graham’s covers all of north Hattie R. Jackson (Subdistrict 2) was elected to serve as the trustees' representative on the St. Louis County. STLCC Foundation Board of Directors. As
Renovations Planned for North County Bowling Lanes Gary Shenberg, proprietor of Kingpin Lanes in Bridgeton, has purchased Crest Bowling Lanes, a long-time fixture in Old Town Florissant at 650 North New Florissant Road. The sale was completed in late spring. Shenberg has renovated Kingpin Lanes extensively, adding a Brickhouse Pizza Company restaurant and new patio with two sand volleyball courts and washer area. He plans to spruce up Crest Bowling Lanes, which opened in 1958, and add a Brickhouse Pizza location at Crest. “We’re excited to be operating the well-known Crest Bowling Lanes,” Shenberg said. “Crest has built its reputation on customer service and satisfaction, and we plan to continue to offer an enjoyable and entertaining bowling experience to people in Florissant and throughout North County.” For more information about Crest Bowl or Kingpin Lanes, please contact Gary Shenberg or Mike (The Strike) Remaklus at 314.837.0494, 314.291.3215, gshenberg@msn.com or mremaklus@yahoo.com.
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Junior Selected for Summer Program at Stanford Adam Kaminsky, a junior at Pattonville High School, was selected to attend the Education Program for Gifted Youth (EPGY) Summer Institute at Stanford University. He received a full scholarship to attend the program. The EPGY Summer Institutes are three-week and four-week residential programs for academically talented and motivated high-school students. The Summer Institutes provide an opportunity for these students to enrich and accelerate their academic pursuits and to meet others who share their interests and abilities. Summer Institutes participants live in supervised Stanford housing and are taught by Stanford instructors. Students engage in intensive study in a single course, and they are introduced to topics not typically presented at the high-school level. Summer Institutes subject areas include arts and humanities, business, computer science, engineering, legal studies, mathematics, social science, physical and biological science and writing. Kaminsky plans to focus his studies on the area of philosophy.
Board Approves Two Administrative Hires The Pattonville Board of Education on June 12 approved selections for two administrative positions in the district. Dr. Jennifer Tiller has been selected as Pattonville’s director of secondary education and will begin her new position July 1. Tiller is currently principal of Truman Middle Schools in the Lindbergh School District and was recently selected as the 2012 Missouri Middle School Principal of the Year by the Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals. She previously served as principal of Sperreng Middle School in Lindbergh, interim associate principal at Francis Howell High School, assistant principal at Hollenbeck Middle School in the Francis Howell School District, assistant principal at Fort Zumwalt North Middle School and as an English teacher at Fort Zumwalt North High School. She holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Central Missouri State University, a master’s degree in school administration from Lindenwood University and a specialist’s degree and a doctorate degree in educational leadership from Saint Louis University. Jon Fitzgerald was hired as an administrative intern at Pattonville High School and will begin his new role on Aug. 12. Fitzgerald has served as a social studies teacher at the high school for the past two school years. He previously served as a middle social studies teacher in the Saint Louis Public School District. Fitzgerald holds a bachelor’s degree in secondary education-social studies from Southeast Missouri State University and a master’s degree in educational administration from Lindenwood University.
STLCC Receives EPA Grant for Drinking Water Operator Training The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $181,638 to St. Louis Community College to conduct drinking water operator training. “From EPA’s standpoint, it is essential that we groom talented and committed young people into drinking water fields in order to meet the need and shortage of experts in this important industry,” said Karl Brooks, EPA’s Region 7 administrator. “The certification training is essential to successful job placement in the drinking water field.” STLCC will work with Missouri American Water and Missouri Rural Water Association
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to provide trainers and facilities. The core curriculum focuses on the skills necessary for entry-level jobs at drinking water facilities. The training meets requirements set by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources for drinking water treatment certification. The training focuses on water quality monitoring, green infrastructure, operations, maintenance, mathematics and drinking water regulations. The EPA oversees the protection of water quality and public health. The responsibility for ensuring safe drinking water is shared by the EPA, states, tribes, water systems and the public.
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Long-Time Reading Tutors Honored Pattonville recently celebrated the completion of its 21st year in the OASIS intergenerational tutoring program, which trains volunteer senior adults to work one-on-one with elementary-aged children on language, reading and writing skills. Pattonville honored tutors who have been longtime volunteers in the district with a luncheon. Receiving special recognition were tutors who reached five-, 10- and 20-year milestones of service. This year Pattonville had 76 tutors commit to spending time each week with a student. Honored for 20 years of service were Bonnie Rudolf, Margo Thackery and Lil Umphres. Marking 10 years of service were Ann Gulick, Eileen Quentin and Pat Stallings. Those honored for five years of service were Leatrice Fennel, Marie Himmel, Patricia Hitt, Dee Merrifield, Janet Mulholland, Judy Ruffus and Barbara Thrasher. For those interested in becoming an OASIS tutor, a free, two-day training will take place at the Pattonville Learning Center on Sept. 13 and 14. For more information, contact Kelly Kendall in the Pattonville school-community relations office at 314.213.8025 or kkendall@psdr3.org. Pictured: Volunteers who have tutored students in the Pattonville School District for 20 years are from left, Lil Umphres, Margo Thackery and Bonnie Rudolf.
Senior is Elected to State and National Positions A Pattonville High School student was recently elected to state and national positions at Missouri Girls State - representing a first in the organization's long history. Missouri Girls State is an interactive citizen leadership program for young women. The program, held annually at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, is a simulated state, sponsored, organized and administered by the American Legion Auxiliary, Department of Missouri. Anjali Fernandes, who will be a senior at Pattonville next fall, was elected governor of Missouri Girls State and as one of two Missouri senators who will attend Girls Nation in Washington, D.C. this summer, where she will meet President Barack Obama. This is the first time a student has won both the Missouri Girls State governorship and a seat at Girls Nation in the same year. "The way the American Legion Auxiliary ladies explained it to me, they were having a 'near constitutional crisis' because, in the 72-year history of Girls State, no one has ever been elected governor and also been selected for Girls Nation," Fernandes said. "At first, they were going to make me decide which position I wanted, but thankfully, I didn't have to make that tough choice!"
Fernandes said she underwent a tough and realistic process for election to state office, first within her party and then in the general election. "We made a series of speeches to the girls and even had a press conference where we discussed real-world issues," she said. "There was a lot of hand-shaking, posterhanging and stump-speaking - very much like an actual campaign." As Missouri governor, Fernandes will serve a year-long term. One her first events as governor will be speaking at the American Legion State Convention in Jefferson City. She will end her term presiding over the 2013 session of Missouri Girls State. For her duties as Girls Nation Senator, she'll travel to Washington, D.C., take part in a series of mock Senate sessions and debate/ pass legislation. "I, along with my fellow Missouri senator, have already submitted our own resolution regarding 17-year-olds voting in primary elections," Fernandes said. She will also have
the opportunity to run for national office, such as president or vice president of Girls Nation. Other plans for the Washington trip include visiting the Capitol, Arlington National Cemetery, Walter Reed Medical Center and a series of war memorials. Already her involvement in Girls State has paid off. "Thanks to Girls State, I've had first-hand involvement in the political process, I've developed the skills to be a good leader and citizen, and I've gained so much more confidence in myself," Fernandes said.
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Students Chosen for UMSL Summer College Academy Three students from Pattonville High School were selected to participate in the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL) Bridge Program this summer. Chosen to attend the four-week program were: junior Alexis Lee and sophomores Kyla Robinson and Jazzlyn Westbrook. The summer Bridge academy at UMSL provides high school students with educational experiences that build strong academic proficiency essential to college success, focusing on math and science enrichment. Students are also exposed to strategies to enhance writing skills, effective communication skills, collegecareer exploration and preparation for college entrance exams.
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July 25, 2012
A Novel that Will Stay with You A stranger named Charlie Beale arrives in a small town in Virginia in 1948. He carries two suitcases with him – one filled with money, the other full of butcher knives. “Heading Out to Wonderful,” by Robert Goolrick, is a captivating novel about an ill-fated love affair set against the backdrop of a bucolic community of 500-plus citizens. The townspeople gather at church picnics and trade secrets over white board fences, shop at the general store and mind the Golden Rule. Sam, an older man from Brownsburg, narrates “Wonderful,” relating the story of his growing up years and his relationship with Charlie and Sylvan, a young woman the stranger comes to love – a couple who impact the boy in ways he never fully understands. The child sees things he shouldn’t see. Years later Sam muses about what is truth and what is fiction, while others inquire if he was “damaged by it . . . wounded in some way.” Soon after he comes to town, Charlie is taken under the wings of the couple who own the butcher shop. They offer Charlie a job, and he befriends Sam, their son. Charlie is a master meat cutter, calms a steer before he slaughters it, believing this humane approach guarantees sweeter meat. Charlie’s polar opposite is Boaty Glass. Mean spirited and rolling with fat, quirky and rich, Boaty means to take a wife, and take one he does, paying a dirt-poor hillbilly a pretty price for his teenage daughter. Sylvan is a rough diamond with Hollywood fantasies. She accepts her fate and becomes Boaty’s prized possession. He parades Sylvan around town in sophisticated clothes she has her black seamstress copy from movie star magazines. Of course, Sylvan turns Charlie’s head. No good can come of it, but the beauty of “Wonderful” is the way Goolrick languidly builds tension, pulling the rug out from under our feet, surprising us with the quiet clout of a dull instrument. “Wonderful” is a literary novel with complicated characters that invite discussion, making it an ideal choice for book clubs – one certain to lead to late night talks about Goolrick’s characters, and their motives. Reprinted with permission, Missourian Publishing Company. Copyright 2012. Across 1. Shasta and Tab, e.g. 6. ___ Wednesday 9. Fictional company in old cartoons 13. Spew 14. “Cafe ___?” Greenwich Village club where Hendrix and Dylan played 15. Turkish leader title, pl. 16. *Some fads do this from time to time 17. Hula dancer’s ornament 18. One’s manner of walking, pl. 19. *Bell locations 21. *Angel pin-up
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23. Increase 24. Never eat chicken this way 25. T-cell killer 28. Competitive advantage 30. Non-stick material 35. Eastern ____ 37. 9th letter of Greek alphabet 39. “Lay _____” to a castle 40. Medley 41. *Rubber wear 43. Longest river 44. Muhammad’s birthplace 46. A current focal point of debate in Europe 47. a.k.a. Snowmobile 48. Don’t forget to draw one of these!
50. Lincoln coin 52. Public promotions 53. ____ and kin 55. They said their “I ___” 57. Old Glory motif 60. *Toy with an avatar 64. Philosopher _____ Kierkegaard 65. Storm center 67. Eagle’s nest 68. End to a prayer, pl. 69. *Spinning ___ 70. The G in CGT 71. *Wax inside a lamp, a.k.a. ____ 72. Shack 73. Earliest stage of sickness Down 1. Slobodan Milosevic, e.g. 2. Dunking cookie 3. Tube for flowing air 4. Less than 90 degrees 5. Golf shot 6. Hole punchers 7. Female 8. Israeli port 9. Petri dish gel 10. *Inanimate pet 11. Calculating subject 12. Female suffix 15. Concurs 20. Army doctor 22. MoMA contents 24. Enhance a photograph 25. Nuclear weapon 26. More ill 27. NBC’s “The _____” 29. Oscar-winning politician 31. *Found on many cars in 1950s 32. Layla or _____ 33. Amorously looked upon 34. We all have these 36. Cocaine source 38. 43,560 square feet 42. Type of probe 45. *Low-carb diet 49. Where couples are joined? 51. Trinidad’s neighbor 54. Wisdom _____ 56. Short dagger 57. South of Market Area in San Francisco 58. Trevor to friends? 59. Actress ____ Sofer 60. What a willow did? 61. Part of eye 62. 1982 Tony Award winner 63. Enthusiastic enjoyment 64. Salt in Mexico 66. Second person pronoun See answers page 13
Entertainment The Summer Olympics begins Friday, July 27 and runs through Saturday, August 12. Here are just a few of the local athletes that will go for the gold in London. All athlete bio information is courtesy of NBCOlympics.com. Dawn Harper Dawn Harper’s coach, Bobby Kersee, is the husband of Olympic great and fellow East St. Louis native Jackie Joyner Kersee Olympic return Dawn Harper will look to compete for the U.S. at the Olympics for the second time in her career this summer in London. After making the 2008 Olympic Team by seven-thousandths of a second, Harper shocked the world by winning gold in the 100m hurdles. Injuries have slowed her since, but she is back and healthy in 2012. Brittany Borman The 2008 graduate of Festus High School was born and raised in St. Louis. The four-time all-metro track star won state titles in shot put, discus and high jump. She won back-to-back NCAA national titles in 2011 and 2012 in the javelin. She’s competing in the javelin event at the Olympics. Olympic rookie Brittany Borman will represent the United States at the Olympics for the first time in her career this summer in London, where she will compete in the women’s javelin. Flair for dramatic In the most important competition of her career, Bor-
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man came up with the most clutch performance of her life to secure her spot in the Olympics. Until the final round, Borman sat in third place with a mark of 57.44m/188-5. But since she had not achieved the Olympic ‘A’ standard qualifying mark of 61.00m/200-1, a third-place finish would not have been enough to get her on the team. In round six, Borman unleashed a throw of 61.51m/201-9, giving her a new personal best by two meters, the thirdbest throw ever by an American, a victory at the Olympic Trials, and a trip to London. Special spear Before her final winning throw at the Trials, Borman knew the situation called for her special javelin. In 2000, Lynda Lipson-Blutreich tossed that same javelin to a victory at the Olympic Trials that sent her to the Sydney Games. The implement sat in her garage for 12 years until Borman began using it this season with her blessing. Spenser Mango Spenser was born in St. Louis and graduated from Christian Brothers College in 2004. He won two state titles in wrestling (2003 and 2004) and lettered in football at CBC. Mango enjoys fishing in his spare time. Unluck of the draw Beijing Olympian Spenser Mango hopes luck will finally be on his side in London after some early exits at the past few major international tournaments. The St. Louis native, who finished eighth in Beijing after a quarterfinal loss, has been the top American in his weight class
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and represented the U.S. at each of the past three World Championships. However, at those Worlds, Mango has had the misfortune of drawing some of the top competition in the opening rounds and has failed to record many significant wins. WCAP Looking for better training opportunities in 2010, Mango joined the Army’s World Class Athlete Program, designed to help soldiers make the U.S. Olympic team. After missing part of 2010 and 2011 while he was in basic training, the Colorado Springs resident is now a sergeant in the Army and a call away from having to serve the U.S. abroad. Loss of father Growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, Mango was just in kindergarten when his father was shot to death on his way to his work. Soon thereafter, his mother Deborah, a registered nurse, moved her family to a safer neighborhood in St. Louis, where Mango would eventually attend Christian Brothers College High School and become a two-time state champion. Wrestling brother One of three children, Mango isn’t the only athlete in his family. His brother Ryan is also a very talented wrestler. A former national champion in freestyle and GrecoRoman at the junior and cadet levels, Ryan just finished his junior year at Stanford, where he is a two-time AllAmerican.
Main Street Calendar of Events: August Frontier Park / Main Street, 230 S. Main St., Saint Charles, MO 63301. The largest festival of the year, activities include over 300 craft booths, with some demonstrations by crafts people and artisans. Also includes numerous food & beverages booths along with live music and other entertainment and Kids Corner. For Entertainment, shuttles, & more, www.festivalofthelittlehills.com. Every Thursday: St. Charles Municipal Band 8 p.m. through August. Bring a picnic basket, blanket, or lawn chair and enjoy an evening of band music along
the river in Frontier Park. August 22: Music 360 6-7:30 p.m. At the Foundry Art Centre, 520 N. Main Center, Saint Charles, MO 63301. Free. 636-255-0270 or Visit www.foundryartcentre.org. Music 360 is a music showcase of up-and-coming as well as established performers from the metro area. These local performers will play original music as well as unique interpretations of some of their favorite covers. Music 360 is free to the community; we ask that you refrain from bringing coolers or alcohol. Escape the summer heat and enjoy free
music with family and friends all summer long! This event has general seating - there are no assigned/reserved seats. Musicians scheduled: Holly Barber, Mike Tice, and Eddy Buchanan. Schedule & performers are subject to change; call for confirmation. August 31: Dream Lover: A Salute to Bobby Darin Cool off from a hot Missouri summer and “Splish Splash” with us as this “Dream Lover” croons his way into our hearts and on the dance floor! Robert Shaw and the Stardusters Jazz Orchestra are saluting the music of
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August 12: St. Charles Community Big (Jazz) Band 7:30 p.m. at Frontier Park in St. Charles. Bring a picnic basket, blanket, or lawn chair and enjoy the music along the Missouri River. August 15 : Music on Main Join us the third Wed. of the month through September. Held from 5 to 7 p.m. in the 100-200 blocks of N. Main. Bring your lawn chairs to this free outdoor concert. Food & drink available. August 17 - August 19: Festival of the Little Hills 4-10 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, 9:30a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. At
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Bobby Darin at the Foundry Art Centre at 7:30 p.m. in the Grand Hall. Robert Shaw is a return performer at the Foundry Art Centre and will have you dancing to tunes like “Beyond the Sea,” Mack the Knife,” and other Darin classics. NOTE: Seating will be reserved for tables of 8-10.
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Sports You See... With Gary B. O’Fallon Fire Fighter Is Boxing Champion ***Vernon King Winner In Fight #10 Recently at the St. Charles Family Arena the ‘2012 National Gun’s N Hoses Tournament’ was held with Director Mark O’Brien Jack Martorelli ringside. Some of the pro- Jack Martorelli ceeds of the evening go to ‘The Backstoppers & Responder Rescue’ organization the assist’s families of police, firefighters and paramedics who are hurt or parish in the line of duty. The crowd was large and a big part in the event. King, boxing at 230 lbs. took advantage of Vernon King Mitch Michell his technique and muscle by defeating J.R. Moore from Louisiana and graciously received his trophy. Mark O’Brien of the STL PD is a committee member and EMCEE. Mitch Mitchell of the Family Arena making sure all is safe at the event. ~~~Great program at a great venue Ram’s Training Camp In Earth City ***FREE Admission Check the website www.StLouisRams.com to get all the information. The first open practice for fans is Sunday July 29 and there will be 15 for you to view. The yearly scrimmage between the offense and defense held last year at Lindenwood University will be held at the Edward Jones Dome this year. Look for me, Gary B, in the bright yellow shirt walking through the crowd working for the Rams. Come up and say HI and I’ll put your name and picture in the paper. ~~~New season, new coach, new results Hot Days Sees Rascals Cold ***Tough Schedule Coming Up The River City Rascals play professional/minor league baseball in the West Division of the Frontier League.
The team has found themselves playing .500 baseball lately while some other teams have been producing more. This lull in production has seen the team drop to fourth place in the division. The next two out of three teams that the O’Fallon team will play are ahead of them in the standing. ***STANDINGS AS OF 7-19: W L GB Last 10 Games Windy City ThunderBolts 33 21 ____ 7-3 Schaumburg Boomers 33 22 0.5 5-5 Gateway Grizzlies 30 25 3.5 7-3 RIVER CITY RASCALS 29 26 4.5 5-5 Rockford RiverHawks 24 30 9.0 6-4 Joliet Slammers 23 32 10.5 5-5 Normal CornBelters 17 37 16.0 2-8 NEXT HOME GAMES: All Games @ 7:05 p.m.—Sunday @ 6:05 p.m. Wed/Thur/Fri, July 25/26/27 against Gateway Grizzlies Tuesday, July 31 against Washington Wild Things Wed/Thur, August 1/2 against Washington Wild Things Tues/Wed/Thur, August 7/8/9 against Schaumburg Boomers For more infor on all this year’s promotions, go to www.RiverCityRascals.com. ***HIGHLIGHTS AS OF END OF DAY 7-5: *Preston Vancil has pitched 51 strike outs-tops and 70.2 innings pitched on the team *Charlie Lisk leads team in home runs (10) and runs batted in (39) *As a team, slugging percentage .385-5th in league *As a team, batting average .294-3rd in league ~~~Time to get tough Rascal Facts ***Great Observation Saw this simple fact on the ‘River City Rascals Fan Club’ Facebook: “The Rascals have three alums in Major League Baseball. JOE THATCHER in San Diego, JUSTIN CHRISTIAN in San Francisco and JOSH KINNEY in Seattle. It looks like your first name has to start with a "J" and your team must be in a city that starts with an "S" to make it!” ~~~They were fun to watch at T.R. Hughes
“Over the Fence” You Can’t Fix Stupid Almost everyone has seen or heard of “You can’t fix stupid” bumper stickers. I thought of this caption when reading about the dangerous intersection at Highways 61 and P in Wentzville. I’ve used that crossing many times in the past. Accidents happen often, and as is the norm, MoDot tries to fix these dangerous places after public complaints become too numerous or too many deaths occur. I’ve never figured out which. In spite of some claims, I can’t believe drivers don’t look before driving onto Highway 61 from Highway P. I’m
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pense. Until then, it will become a double-fine zone, policing will increase, and (assumedly) right along with more speeding-ticket revenue for Wentzville. All of this because the state issues driver’s licenses to people with no driving aptitude who read the book, eventually pass the test and believe they’re safe drivers. By this, I mean those who veer onto highways from on-ramps ‘before’ speeding up to traffic speeds (the aforementioned that enter Highway 61 and dawdle), those who hold up traffic in the passing lanes while jabbering on cell phones, and those who turn left from the right lanes and right from the left lanes. Succinctly, the ones who thought going slower than everyone else made them safe, which evidently includes Missouri‘s highway safety wallahs. As usual, the majority are made to pay for the actions of a few…including the Missouri Department of Transportation, which might consider adopting the title caption. An example is building off-ramps from the inside passing lane of one Interstate highway only to enter the inside passing lane of another Interstate highway, and then as if to guarantee even more accidents, they install “Slow” signs on them. I followed an elderly gent around one who slowed to less than 20 mph bringing passinglane traffic to a fender-bending, tire-squealing crawl only to enter another high-speed passing lane bringing more high-speed traffic to a crawl. This was the interchange ramp from Southbound I-170 into Eastbound I-70. The one at Eastbound I-270 into Southbound I-170 was finally changed after years of bloody accidents. I would love a huge billboard at this remaining bungle-brained MoDot insult to intelligence with “You can’t fix stupid” in big red letters and “Thanks for Nothing, MoDot” beneath. Too bad I can’t afford it. Dear casualties of MoDot and accelerator-challenged dawdlers: Until further notice, stupid remains unfixable. Go to DEFwww.sportszonestl.com CON 5.
convinced the ones that haven’t learned what an accelerator pedal is for are responsible for the numerous accidents. They wait for a break in the traffic and instead of jumping on the accelerator to enter, they barely touch it and crawl out into high-speed traffic. Brakes and tires squeal from 60 mph traffic trying to avoid hitting this unfortunate soul and sometimes, it’s too late. I was one of those brake jammers a few times, there and at other entrances to high-speed highways including those with long on-ramps for drivers to accelerate to traffic speeds before entering. You know the ones; they have “Yield” signs at the entrances. An acquaintance once asked me what “Yield” meant. My concept of dumb versus stupid is this: dumb might describe people who aren’t smart. Stupid is when they’re convinced they’re smart anyway. In this instance, the drivers are merely dumb about accelerator pedals albeit, those who brag about being safe by unhurriedly entering high-speed traffic might up that level to stupid. MoDot plans to build an overpass at this intersection in the future at taxpayers’ ex-
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Think before you speak
Remember the Fourth of July fireworks? The rumbling, the explosion, the pounding in your heart? Oh wait, that wasn’t fireworks…it was laughter. Do you ever hear the laughter? The laughter of “The Big Guy” upstairs, that is. I heard it just the other day, and I’m surprised you didn’t feel it, because the laughter must have been huge and hearty. I bet it will be a running joke for a long time to come. Last week my husband and I invited an insurance agent to our home. (You’re getting ahead of me…this wasn’t the source of the great joke.) Our conversation effortlessly transitioned from homeowners’ insurance to car insurance, and we joked about our insurance spiking once our kids began to drive. Our oldest child, Christopher, sat at the dinner table, taking it all in. “You don’t have to worry about me,” he said to the insurance agent. “I learned all of my driving skills by playing ‘Need for Speed.’” Need for Speed is a video game, and it doesn’t exactly encourage proper driving habits. Needless to say, my hubby and I were dumbfounded. Rebounding quickly, we jokingly told our son that if he followed those lessons, he wouldn’t be driving our minivan much longer. Once the agent left, Jim and I sat our son down and had a very serious talk with him. “Sweetheart, I know you were just trying to impress the insurance agent by being funny, but that was the worst possible statement you could have made,” I said. “Even though you’re not that kind of driver, those kind
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of statements tend to stick with people, and in this case, the ‘people’ was the person who provides us with insurance!” I’ll spare you the entire lecture, but “Think before you speak,” was the theme that resonated throughout the conversation. Don’t worry…the big joke is forthcoming. What’s that old saying? Do as I say, not as I do. Boy, you’d think that the one who did the lecturing would certainly be able to follow that advice, right? You’d be wrong. Six days later I took my daughter, Sam, to her volleyball game. I always seek out friendly faces at these events, and on this evening, I found an acquaintance. We’ll call him George. We exchanged pleasantries and for some stupid reason I began to tell George about the meeting in O’Fallon City Hall’s multi-purpose room that followed the volleyball contest. “It’s our annual homeowner’s association meeting,” I said, probably grumbling. “I have to go down there and fight to keep above-ground pools out of our subdivision.” So there. I said my piece. There was some silence as we cheered our daughters on the volleyball court. “So, are you guys taking a vacation this year?” Get ready…here it is. “No, we’re staying close to home this summer,” George replied. “We just spent a lot of money on an ABOVE-GROUND POOL.”
The Goodness of Grapes (Family Features) Grapes have been enjoyed for their taste and beauty for thousands of years. And today’s scientific research keeps on showing that grapes are more than just a pretty fruit – they’re also very, very good for us. To learn more about the health benefits of grapes from California, and to get more delicious ways to enjoy them every day, visit www.grapesfromcalifornia.com or www.facebook.com/GrapesFromCalifornia.
In fact, over a decade of research suggests that grapes help maintain a healthy heart and may also help defend against a variety of age-related and other illnesses. Studies are ongoing to uncover the links between grapes and heart health, eye health, brain health, joint health, cell health and preventing certain cancers. Keeping Cells Healthy Grapes of all colors – red, green and black – are natural sources of polyphenols, which appear to help protect the health and function of our cells. Grape polyphenols: • Have antioxidant properties, which can help protect against cell-damaging free radicals. • Can influence the communication between cells that support key biological processes.
My Heart Belongs to Grapes Numerous studies suggest that consuming grapes and grape products may contribute to heart health in a number of ways. Eating a variety of grapes may help: Improve blood flow, Lower blood pressure, Reduce oxidative stress, Decrease inflammation, Improve blood lipids Seeing Is Believing Research from Fordham University, funded by the California Table Grape Commission, suggests that grapes may reduce the risk of blindness related to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). In laboratory studies, grapes offered significantly more retinal protection than the muchtouted lutein, and prevented blindness.
Mediterranean Grilled Chicken and Grape Skewers These quick-to-fix skewers can also serve as appetizers • Makes 4 entrée servings Ingredients - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil - 2 cloves garlic, fresh minced - 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes, crushed - 1 tablespoon oregano, fresh minced - 1 tablespoon rosemary, fresh minced - 1 teaspoon lemon zest - 1 pound chicken breast, boneless and skinless - 1 3/4 cups California green seedless grapes, picked from stem and rinsed - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil - 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh
Directions 1. In small bowl combine olive oil, garlic, chili flakes, oregano, rosemary and lemon zest. Whisk together marinade. 2. Cut chicken into 3/4-inch cubes. Alternate chicken and grapes and thread onto 12 skewers. 3. Place skewers into a baking dish or pan large enough to hold them. Pour marinade over skewers, coating each one. Marinate for 4 to 24 hours. 4. Remove skewers from marinade and let excess oil drip off. Season with salt. 5. Grill until chicken is cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes on each side. 6. Arrange on serving platter and drizzle with additional olive oil and lemon juice.
Frozen Grape and Banana Skewers with Chocolate Drizzle These delightful frozen treats are healthy, too • Makes 4 servings Ingredients: Cornbread Buns - 2 firm ripe bananas - 2 tablespoons orange juice - 1/2 cup red grapes (about 16) - 1/2 cup green grapes (about 16) - 8 10-inch wooden skewers - 1 1/2 ounces dark chocolate (60 to 70 percent cocoa solids), finely chopped Directions: 1. Line a baking sheet with wax paper. Cut the banana into 1/2-inch-thick rounds. Place in small bowl and toss gently with the orange juice.
“AUGHHHHH!” I screamed inside my head. “Noooooooo! Please tell me this didn’t just happen. I didn’t just make a complete fool of myself. It’s a dream. That’s it…it’s one of those walking down the hallway in your underwear dreams.” Come to think of it, I would have been less embarrassed if I had shown up at City Hall in my underwear. I think I turned eight shades of red. I apologized, but I don’t think it did much good. George, being the incredibly gracious person he is, simply laughed. To my acquaintances, I apologize and ask your forgiveness for my indisputable stupidity. I’ve always thought of myself as a fairly non-judgmental person, trying not to discriminate. I learned that discrimination comes in many shapes and sizes, (including kidney-shaped in-ground and circular above-ground), and I have a long way to go. I’ve been humbled, and I’ll do my best to follow my own advice from now on. “Think first, speak later, if at all.” Now then, if I wanted to score points with the laughing man upstairs I’d tell my son, Christopher, about my unforgivable mistake. I’m sure I will….one day. It’s hard enough to admit to myself that I’m not as perfect as I thought I was…I can’t quite bring myself to admit it my children, too. I’m sure they’ll learn that soon enough.
2. Skewer fruit, alternating two grapes for each piece of banana, and place fruit skewers onto lined tray. 3. Place chocolate in small microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir well, and microwave another 10 seconds if necessary to melt chocolate. 4. Using a spoon, drizzle melted chocolate onto fruit skewers. 5. Place the tray in the freezer for at least 2 hours. Once frozen, skewers may be transferred to a sealable plastic bag where they will keep in the freezer for up to a week. Allow to soften at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating.
Breakfast-To-Go Grape Smoothie Jump-start your day with this easy all-in-one drink • Makes 2 1/3 cups Ingredients: Cornbread Buns - 1 1/2 cups frozen California grapes - 1 banana, sliced - 1/2 cup vanilla or honey lowfat Greek yogurt - 1/2 cup grape juice - 1/4 cup wheat flake cereal Directions: Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend for 1 minute. Serve immediately.
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Church Aug. 4: 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. Sept. 29: Ninth annual St. Mark’s United Methodist Church Trivia Night 6:30-10 p.m. 315 Graham Road, Florissant, MO 63031. Still a great bargain at $10 per person with up to 10 at a table. Call the church at 314-837-9404 and talk to one of our great staff or leave a message to reserve a table. There is babysitting on the premises by our certified staff with a nominal charge of only $2 per child (for dinner & snacks). Please contact the church by Thursday, Sept. 27 with how many children you have that need babysitting. Cash prizes for 1st,
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2nd and 3rd places. Come join us, this is a family event and benefits our youth and outreach programs. Soda and snacks provided while they last. Saturdays: ESL Classes 10 – 11:30 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Chapel, 11100 Old Halls Ferry Road, St. Louis. Free. All are welcome. Info: 314.849.6949. Events July 25: Wednesday Night Out 6 – 9 p.m . Join the city of Florissant and Flroissant Old Town Partners for a fun-filled evening at the Bandstand at 760 rue St. Francois. Water and lemonade will be available, and participants may purchase $1 raffle tickets to win a guitar, courtesy of the J. Oscar School of Music. Students from the J. Oscar School of Music will perform. July 25 & Aug. 22: Sip, Swing and
Splash at Jammin’ at The Zoo 6 to 10 p.m. rain or shine at the Saint Louis Zoo presented by Macy’s. Live music while sampling your way through 200 different wines from more than 50 wineries. See Macy’s models showcase the latest fashions, get a Chanel makeover, and be refreshed at the Diet Coke Lounge. July 25, live entertainment by 3 Handsome Guys, Paint the Earth, Dirty Muggs and FatPocket: St. Louis’ Premier Funk Band. Aug. 22, All 4 Nothin’, Griffin and the Gargoyles, Hot Chocolate Soul and SUPERJAM will perform. Do the Tasting Package and check out Stingrays at Caribbean Cove featuring Sharks. Buy your Jammin’ tickets at the door, online at www.stlzoo.org/jammin, or call 314.646.4771. General admission is free for Zoo Friends members and one guest, and $10 per person for non-members. Tasting Package, including wine tasting and general admission, is $10 for Zoo Friends and $20 for non-members. Become a member of the Young Zoo Friends that evening and receive free Tasting Package admission for two. Special private party areas are available in advance for groups of 25 or more. Proceeds benefit the Zoo and its efforts to save endangered species at home and around the world. Sponsored by Macy’s, Diet Coke, Fox2 & KPLR 11, Riverfront Times and Y98 FM.
Road. L’Ecole Culinaire Academy with Chef Demo and Sample Fest at 9:30 a.m. Art activities and live music from 9 – 11 a.m.
July 28: Ferguson Farmers Market 8 a.m. – noon at 20 S. Florissant
Aug. 25: Dinner - Dance - Auction to Benefit Officer Mike Vernon 6-11 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30) $50 per person. At Plumbers & Pipefitters Auditorium, 12385 Larimore (63138). Includes Dinner Buffet, Open Bar, DJ, Silent Auction &
July 28: Mix & Match Yard Sale 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. at 250 New Florissant Road South (Crystal Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center). Fun, games, prizes, bbq, snowcones and cotton candy. July 28: Writers workshop 10 a.m. at the Baden Library, 8448 Church Road, St. Louis. Free. Info: 314.388.2400. Aug. 1 The Vino Experience $20 per person (sample five lighter wines from France). RSVP to: thevinoexperience@att.net or call 314.550.1641 Aug. 11: Free Electronic/Appliance Recycling Event 8 a.m. to 12 noon on the parking lot of Trinity Catholic High School, 1720 Redman in Spanish Lake. Bring any item with a cord or that takes batteries. Just drive up and items will be removed from your vehicle. You do not need to be a resident of Spanish Lake to take advantage of this free recycling event. Only electronics and appliances will be accepted. Visit the www.midwrc.net to see a complete list of electronic equipment that will be accepted.
Raffle. For tickets or for more info see the attached flyer or email at friendsofmikevernon@ymail.com 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. 22: 10th Annual Golf Scramble $360 per team until Sept. 11. Info: 314.486.6305 or 314.249.7113. Sept. 29: Trivia Night 6:30 – 10 p.m. at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 315 Graham Road, Florissant, MO 63031. $10 per person (up to 10 at a table). Babysitting for $2 per child. Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. Soda and snacks provided. Register at 314.837.9404 by Sept. 27. 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
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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 Calling All St. Augustine’s Classmates Planning is underway for an All School Reunion. If you attended St. Augustine’s School located at Herbert & Lismore streets in the city of St. Louis we want to hear from you. Please contact a member of the planning committee: Sandy Tricamo (‘66) 314.791.7714; Leo Neuner (‘65) 972.951.4853; Don Becker (‘68) 636.399.0088; Tom Hartnett (‘66) 314.623.9950. You can also register on Facebook as you reminisce viewing the old parish pictures which have been posted. Search for: St. Augustine
Catholic School - St. Louis Mo. 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 Sept 8 & 9: St. Louis Lose to Win Challenge Pre-Registration: Opens at 8 a.m. Monday, Aug. 27. Kick-Off Events: 9 a.m. - noon. Saturday, Sept. 8 at SSM St. Clare Health Center in Fenton; and 1 – 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 9, at SSM DePaul Health Center in Bridgeton. Are you se-
rious about losing weight? Join the 12-week St. Louis Lose to Win Challenge! Why compete? To find the inspiration you need to get in shape, shed pounds and find the healthiest you inside. Competitors must be at least 18 years old. You must pre-register by calling 1-866-SSM-DOCS or online at www.losetowinstl.com. Participants must pay a $10 registration fee at the kick-off event (cash or check only). The program is limited to the first 1,000 entrants. Each week you will weigh in at a location of your choice. Meanwhile, you can follow your success in the Suburban Journals! At the end of 12 weeks the top five men and the top five women with the highest percentage of weight loss will be awarded prizes. For more information visit www.losetowinstl.com 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. 3rd Saturday: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group 9 a.m. at Delmar Gardens North, 4401 Parker Rd., Florissant, MO 63033. Contact Kathy Gallyoun at
314.355.1516 or call the Helpline at 800.272.3900 for info. Last Saturday: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group 10:30 a.m. at Mother of Good Counsel Home, 6825 Natural Bridge, St. Louis, MO 63121. Contact Doris Schmitt at 314.383.4765 or call the Helpline at 800.272.3900 for info. Last Tuesday: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group 1 p.m. Missouri Veterans Home, 10600 Lewis & Clark, St. Louis, MO 63136. Contact Buffy Huffman at 314.340.6389 or call the Helpline at 800.272.3900 for info. Christian Hospital
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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. Answers from page 8
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This Weeks Shelter: All Paws Rescue • PO Box 1274, O’Fallon, MO 63366 PAWS Line: 636-288-2999 • Email: adopt@allpawsrescue.info If you’ve adopted a new family member that you saw in Community News, send us a picture of you and your new pal. Also include a brief story about your pets background and how they’re doing now. We’d love to share your happy story with other readers! Community News, 2139 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr., O’Fallon, MO 63366 or news@ centurytel.net.
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Foster, Dixon And Fitzgerald To Star In Muny’s Production Of Pirates! (or, Gilbert & Sullivan Plunder’d) The Muny has announced principal casting for the sixth show of its 94th season, Pirates! (or, Gilbert & Sullivan Plunder’d), July 30 - August 5, directed by Gordon Greenberg and choreographed by Denis Jones. Conceived by Gordon Greenburg, Nell Benjamin and John McDaniel, Pirates! (or, Gilbert & Sullivan Plunder’d) features lyrics by W.S. Gilbert, and music by Arthur Sullivan. Revised book and lyrics are by Nell Benjamin, and music supervision, new arrangements and orchestrations are by John McDaniel. Hunter Foster makes his Muny debut as the Pirate King. Joining him is Broadway veteran Ed Dixon as General Stanley, and Kathy Fitzgerald as Ruth. Rounding out the cast are Alan Mingo Jr. as The Sergeant, Analisa Leaming as Mabel, and Jay Armstrong Johnston as Frederic. “We’re thrilled to bring this hilarious new adaptation to The Muny,” said Executive Producer Mike Isaacson. “Gordon, Nell and John have given Gilbert & Sullivan’s classic a delicious new sheen, and we’ve got a dream cast. We’re proud to be a part of the development of this exciting new show.”
STLCC to Become Training Provider for Emergency Preparedness Program St. Louis Community College is one of several two-year institutions nationally selected as a training hub for the Community College Citizen Preparedness Program. The goal of this national program, called 3CP2, is to train a minimum of 500,000 citizens through the nation’s community colleges on specific protection actions to save lives and minimize injuries after a disaster and before the arrival of first responders. As a hub college, STLCC will be responsible for delivering the training courses that will enhance the existing emergency preparedness planning process throughout the STLCC service area. The 3CP2 Hub Partnership for Environmental Technology Education is an initiative between the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Citizen Corps and the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) to promote and improve community emergency preparedness, disaster response training for the public and volunteer service. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, community colleges currently credential approximately 80 percent of
first responders and 60 percent of health-care professionals. Robert Stewart, STLCC’s acting district chief of police and director of emergency preparedness, and Paul Banta, campus police chief at STLCC-Meramec, will participate in a “train the trainer” program in August at Monroe Community College. Monroe was one of five community colleges that led the formation of the AACC’s Homeland Security Action Team in 2005. This training subsequently will be offered in the St. Louis area through the STLCC Workforce Solutions Group’s continuing education division. A 2007 American Red Cross study reveals that 93 percent of Americans are not prepared for a natural disaster or pandemic event. If training was easily accessible, according to this study, another 82 percent indicated that they would like to be better prepared. Additionally, the Journal of Emergency Medical Services (2004) reported that while citizens rely on emergency responders, less than one percent of the U.S. population is a first responder, indicating citizens will need to learn to survive until first responders can reach them. According to a 2004 article in USA Today, special populations are particularly under-prepared. The target audiences for the 3CP2 training are the community college students, faculty, employees and their families. In addition, local businesses, community organizations and governments served by the local community college will be targeted. Officials believe 3CP2 will make individuals and communities aware of their responsibility to be prepared for a natural, man-made or technological event since emergency personnel will likely be delayed in responding. The program will address the information and training resources available to help citizens prepare their homes and families, and will refer them to opportunities for further involvement.
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