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September 22, 2021

Celebrating Hispanic culture

Around Town SSM Health offers free, drive-thru flu vaccinations for the community. Pg. 3 City of Florissant announces Hometown Heroes Banner Program. Pg. 3 NORTHWEST VIEWS September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Pg. 4 National Park Service and Gateway Arch Park Foundation celebrate National Public Lands Day. Pg. 5

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Submitted photo The Hispanic Festival will take place on Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Oct. 3 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Park at 50 St. Francois Street in Florissant near Lindbergh and Washington Street.

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The annual Hispanic Festival in Florissant is the largest celebration of Hispanic culture and history in the St. Louis area

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By Wendy Todd The annual Hispanic Festival is the largest celebration of Hispanic culture and history in the St. Louis area. Taking place in Florissant on Oct. 2-3, it has been entertaining and educating the community on the Hispanic culture and history for nearly three decades. The family friendly event will have plenty of activities and attractions for the entire community.

Festivities will include live music featuring local bands, Chevere Salsa, Banda Artilleros and Tunay. There will also be folklore dancers from Mexico, Spain and Chile. Items like

clothing, blankets, jewelry and household goods reflecting the culture of Bolivia, Ecuador and Mexico will be available for purchase.

And what would a Hispanic celebration be without food? There will be a host of traditional culinary treats offering festival goers the flavors of Mexico, Colombia and Argentina including empanadas, tamales, tacos, arepas and pan dulce from local small businesses. The festival, now a major cultural event in St. Louis, had a humble start.

Founder Haniny Hillberg began the festival on a request.

“I used to work for the U.S. government

and one day a lady called and she was from Jefferson Barracks. She offered me a thousand dollars to put on a festival,” Hillberg says.

She didn’t have a full team and wound up relying on friends for help to get started.

“I asked some friends and their children who performed Mexican dance,” she explains.

The initial planning and logistics were all handled by Hillberg and just two of her friends.

“Me and two girlfriends did it,” she says.

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‘HISPANIC’ from cover Hillberg, along with a group of dedicated volunteers, grew the festival into an event intended to “unite all Hispanics regardless of their social, economic and political backgrounds, while sharing the rich and colorful Hispanic culture with the Greater St. Louis area.”

Florissant seemed to be the perfect location for the festival to call home.

“The Hispanic community has only grown in North County and continues to grow in Florissant,” says Elisa Bender, a board member of the festival.

And though the festival is held in North County, with 15,000 people expected to attend, visitors come from all over St. Louis to experience and celebrate the variations of Hispanic culture. The festival not only serves as cultural entertainment and education but also as a means to give back.

Funds raised from the event will be used to provide scholarships for students who are college-bound and economically disadvantaged youth. In keeping with the theme of altruism and community, Hillberg wants everyone to know that all are welcome.

“We invite the entire St. Louis community, both Hispanic and non-Hispanic, to come and share in this free festival weekend for the whole family,” she said.

The Hispanic Festival will take place on Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Oct. 3 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Park at 50 St. Francois Street in Florissant near Lindbergh and Washington Street.

Submitted photos The Hispanic Festival will take place on Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Oct. 3 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Park at 50 St. Francois Street in Florissant near Lindbergh and Washington Street.

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City of Florissant announces Hometown Heroes SSM Health offers free, Banner Program drive-thru flu vaccinations for The Florissant Veterans Commission has start- rue Saint Francois during our country’s patriotic the community

ed the Hometown Heroes Banner Program. The banner program is designed to recognize and honor all veterans and active duty service members of the United States Armed Forces, especially those with ties to the Florissant community. The program is designed to recognize one veteran per banner with their photo and will detail the veteran’s name, rank, branch of service and era served.

The banners will be posted in Old Town along

holidays. This continues the proud Florissant patriotic tradition of honoring those who serve our country at home and abroad.

The Hometown Heroes Banner order form can be found at www.florissantmo.com, at city hall and at VFW Post 4105 located at 410 rue St. Francois. For more information, contact Kathy Blasingame, the Executive Assistant to the Public Works Director at 314-839-7641.

SSM Health is offering free, drive-thru flu vaccination clinics across the St. Louis region on Oct. 9.

The free clinics are taking place at the following hospital campus locations: • SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton • SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis • SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles • SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital

VFW Post 4105 hosted 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony on 20th anniversary of attacks Over 250 people gathered at the VFW Photo courtesy city of Florissant Post 4105 for the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon by terrorists. The emcee was Lucia Greer, Jr. Vice Commander of the VFW Post 4105.

Florissant Mayor Tim Lowery was invited to provide the opening remarks and this year’s guest speaker was Assistant Fire Chief from the Maryland Heights Fire Department Steve Rinehart who provided a PowerPoint presentation and his own personal experience being at Ground Zero.

The Colors were presented by the members of the Florissant Police Department, The Daughters of the American Revolution gave the Pledge of Allegiance and an invocation was given by Deacon John Heithaus of Sacred Heart Parish.

A short video was also played from former 9-11 and the 20 years since. “Taps” was performed President George W. Bush on his thoughts and re- by 1st Marine Div. Assoc. and American Legion membrance of that horrific day that America will post 444. Concluding the ceremony was a video of never forget. A special tribute was made to 13 fall- Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA”. en service members at Kabul by members of the All of the veteran and service organizations that VFW, American Legion and Knights of Colum- service the Florissant area and North St. Louis bus. Florissant Police Chief Fagan and Florissant County were represented at this event to gather Fire Chief Hoevelmann and 1st Marine Division in remembrance of those who perished on that Assoc. presented a wreath for all the fallen from infamous day.

Local boxer crowned Nationl Silver Glove Champion Accademic and Athletic Complex (AAC) Saul’s Brute Boxing and Fitness Gym at 3156 Pershall Road, Suite 148 rear, in Ferguson has a Nationl Silver Glove Champion in Morcel Vaughn. The tournament took place Aug. 31 through Sept. 2, 2021 in Independence, Missouri. Vaughn competed in youth classification 11-12 years of age.

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All clinics will be held from 8 a.m. – noon except for St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles which takes place from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Anyone above nine years of age is eligible to receive a vaccine; the Cardinal Glennon clinic will vaccinate ages six months and above.

Vaccinations are available by injection only. All vaccinations will be preservative-free. No high-dose vaccines will be available.

No appointments are necessary. Participants should wear loosefit clothing. Flu shots will be given on a first-come, first-served basis and are available while supplies last.

For those unable to get vaccinated at one of the free clinics, SSM Health Medical Group is holding separate drive-thru flu clinics every Saturday through Nov. 6 at five St. Louis-area locations. To schedule an appointment, go online to the SSM Health MyChart platform or call us at 314-955-9600. You may also visit us online at http://www.ssmhealth.com/access/now/ to schedule a visit with a physician’s office or SSM Health Urgent Care.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, an annual seasonal flu vaccination is the best way to reduce chances of being diagnosed with influenza or spreading it to others. It’s even more important this year with the COVID-19 virus’ continued spread in the community. While the flu vaccine does not protect you from COVID-19, both viruses affect the respiratory system and can be deadly.

Anyone over the age of two must wear a mask to receive the flu vaccine. Those receiving the flu vaccine must NOT be COVID positive, under Investigation for COVID, currently in quarantine for COVID exposure or have any symptoms of COVID.

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September 22, 2021 • Community News – St. Louis County • www.mycnews.com

Gateway Arch Park Foundation and acclaimed chef join together for benefit dinner Gateway Arch Park Foundation invites the public to enjoy the masterful flavors of James Beard Award-winning chef Gerard Craft at the second annual An Iconic Evening on Oct. 28. The monumental culinary experience will be held inside the Visitor Center at the Gateway Arch.

Craft is a pioneer for the Midwest dining scene and the mastermind behind Taste by Niche, Brasserie by Niche, Pastaria, brassWELL, Pastaria Deli & Wine, and Cinder House at the Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis, whose flavors will be featured during An Iconic Evening. Proceeds from this ticketed event support Gateway Arch Park Foundation’s mission to preserve the iconic Gateway Arch National Park for today, for tomorrow, for good.

An Iconic Evening begins with cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres on the Visitor Center’s mezzanine, which features an expansive terrazzo floor map of North America’s great rivers and historic westward trails. Before dinner, guests can take the Tram Ride to the Top of the Arch and experience unparalleled illuminated views of downtown St. Louis at night. Dinner will be served in the Tram Lobby, which features a mid-century modern design and unique overhead lighting as well as the keystone exhibit—a replica of the final section placed in the Gateway Arch that provides an accessible view from the top experience for all.

“We are thrilled to welcome Chef Craft back to the Gateway Arch for An Iconic Evening celebrating one of America’s most treasured national parks,” said Ryan McClure, executive director of Gateway Arch Park Foundation. “Attendees will be treated to a truly one-of-a-kind dining experience in a one-of-a-kind venue with one of St. Louis’ most admired culinary innovators—all while supporting our mission to ensure the Arch is vital and welcoming for future generations.”

Gateway Arch Park Foundation continues to monitor and follow federal and City of Saint Louis guidelines regarding COVID protocols. Event logistics could further be impacted by the course of the pandemic. COVID vaccine or proof of a negative COVID test within 72 hours of the event is required. Masks are required in all National Park Service buildings regardless of vaccination status or community transmission levels. Accordingly, all guests will be required to wear a mask unless they are eating or drinking. Updates will be shared on the event website.

Tickets are $250 ($150 tax-deductible), are on sale now, and can be purchased at ArchPark.org/IconicEvening or by calling 314-881-3536.

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Home Builders Association donates $15,000 to Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis On behalf of the Home Builders Charitable Foundation (HBCF), 2021 HBA President Bill Wannstedt of Consort Homes (left) presented a $15,000 donation to Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis director of resource development Harper Zielonko.

The donation will be used for the organization’s 2021 Build with a goal to have 16 families close to moving into their homes by the end of this year. Prospective home buyers will provide sweat equity volunteer hours to help build their homes and also take coursework covering subjects including finance, budgeting, insurance and home maintenance. Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis currently has homes under construction in the Gate District, Lookaway Summit and LaSaison developments.

The HBA is a local trade association of more

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than 600 member firms representing the residential construction industry. The Home Builders Charitable Foundation, the HBA’s charitable arm, is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing housing assistance to people or organizations with special shelter needs.

By Jason Kempen

September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month.

Sickle cell disease causes the body to create abnormal hemoglobin and abnormally ‘sickle’ shaped red blood cells that can cause painful health complications.

Although there is no cure for sickle cell disease, blood transfusions are a critical part of treatment and can relieve the pain and complications that occur during a sickle cell crisis. While blood type or compatibility is not generally based on race, select rare blood types that are more generally found in African-American donors are needed to support patients with sickle cell disease. Nationally, the number of African-Americans who need blood transfusions exceeds the number of African-Americans who donate blood. Regular donations by African-American blood donors will support individuals with sickle cell disease in our community.

ImpactLife has announced the rollout of “Red4Life,” a new program designed to increase diversity within the blood center’s donor base and increase the number of products available to effectively serve patients with sickle cell disease. Under the Red4Life program, donors whose blood is tested and identified as an appropriate antigen match for patients with Sickle Cell Disease will be invited to become a Red4Life donor. After making their fourth donation each year, Red4Life donors will receive an additional 800 points to use in the ImpactLife Donor Loyalty Store. At the same time, the ImpactLife donor relations teams are engaged in additional outreach to prospective blood donor groups to expand the blood center’s donor base.

(More information on Red4Life is available at www.bloodcenter.org/sickle.)

“Donating blood is very important for Sickle Cell and my survival as a whole. I get a second

chance at life because someone else thought about me, said Tiffani, a college student with Sickle Cell Disease. “That’s because sickle cell attacks threaten your oxygen, it makes it feel like glass is being shattered all over your body, and you really just don’t know if you’re going to survive the attack once it happens. When I get to the hospital and all pain treatments have been exhausted, meaning no medications are helping, nothing is working, blood does. It’s the most hopeful feeling in the world to know that I get a second chance at life because someone else thought about me.”

ImpactLife Sickle Cell dedicated drive is coming up: Saturday, Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 100 Black Men of Metropolitan St. Louis at 4631 Delmar Blvd.

For information on hosting a mobile blood drive, please contact Jamila Boone at jboone@impactlife.org To schedule appointments for donation, please call 800-747-5401, schedule online at www.bloodcenter.org, or by using the blood center’s mobile app (www.bloodcenter.org/app).

Jason Kempen is the Community Development Advocate for ImpactLife Blood Center in Earth City. He promotes the mission of the blood center through community events and media engagement and leads an Associate Board of volunteers from the St. Louis area. For more information on how to get involved with the blood center, go to bloodcenter.org or email Jason at jkempen@impactlife.org.

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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National Park Service and Gateway Arch Park Foundation celebrate National Public Lands Day In celebration of National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 25, the National Park Service and Gateway Arch Park Foundation will mark a day of appreciation for America’s public lands with a full day of fun-filled activities at the Arch grounds. The events highlight the importance of caring for our public lands and the health benefits these spaces provide.

“With 91 acres of beautiful park land, thousands of trees and native plants, and more than five miles of walking and biking paths, our urban national park provides so many opportunities to enjoy the benefits of nature and improve our health and well-being,” said Pam Sanfilippo, Program Manager, Museum Services and Interpretation, Gateway Arch National Park.

National Public Lands Day activities are free and open people of to all ages, with select activities open to pets.

Participants must follow Gateway Arch National Park health and safety guidelines outlined at nps.gov/jeff.

“We invite everyone to join us on National Public Lands Day and experience our expansive national park grounds in new ways with yoga, butterfly watching and a movie night with your four-legged family members under the Arch!” said Camille Brooks, Director of Programming and Events, Gateway Arch Park Foundation.

Mississippi River Clean-up: 9 a.m. to noon Join the National Park Service and other volunteers in cleaning up the St. Louis Riverfront (weather permitting). Participants should meet at the bottom of the Grand Staircase, located below the Gateway Arch along Leonor K. Sullivan Boulevard. Masks, bags and gloves will be provided. Online registration is required at archpark.volunteerhub.com (click “National Public Lands Day Clean-up”). Registered participants will qualify for a drawing to win a Living Lands & Water swag bag (supplies limited).

Just Breathe STL Yoga Under the Arch: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Gateway Arch Park Foundation is partnering with The Collective STL for Just Breathe STL, a free, all-levels yoga session underneath the Gateway Arch. Attendees are required to pre-register via The Collective STL app, which can be downloaded from the Apple App Store and Google Play. Yoga participants should bring their own mat, towel and water. Face masks are required to be worn during the session, and guests will be asked to practice social distancing.

The Great MonArch Migration Event: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Did you know? When monarch butterflies journey south for the winter, they often fly by the Gateway Arch! The National Park Service and the City of St. Louis are celebrating butterflies’ spectacular migration south on National Public Lands Day. Visit the table in the Arch west entrance plaza and receive educational materials on monarch butterflies and gardening tips. Those interested can also check out the Great MonArch Migration Event’s virtual offerings, including webinars and videos, at stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/planning/sustainability/monarchs/great-monarch-migration.cfm.

Pre-purchase a MonArch Garden in a Box ($30) and

receive nine native plants to create the ideal habitat for attracting monarch butterflies and other pollinators.

Thanks to Grow Native!, Missouri Prairie Foundation, the National Park Service and Papillon Perennials, participants have the opportunity to safely pre-purchase the MonArch Garden in a Box and collect them with physical distancing. Pre-purchase by Thursday, Sept. 23 by calling 636-273-9688. Kits can be picked up at a dedicated spot on the Arch grounds, near Fourth Street and the Old Courthouse, between 10 a.m. and noon on Saturday, Sept. 25. (All orders must be pre-purchased in advance of pick up.)

The first 50 people to pick up their MonArch Garden in a Box on Sept.25 will receive a free MonArch tote bag, courtesy of Brightside St. Louis.

B.A.R.K. Ranger Activity Table: 1 to 7 p.m.

downtown St. Louis. Please visit gatewayarch.com/ plan-your-visit/parking for more information and to pre-purchase parking.

The Tram Ride to the Top of the Arch sells out early and often. Visitors are strongly encouraged to purchase tram ride tickets in advance at gatewayarch. com/buytickets. Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes ahead of your scheduled tram time. For more information, visit nps.gov/jeff or gatewayarch.com, or call 877-982-1410.

The National Park Service requires visitors, employees and contractors to wear a mask inside all NPS buildings and in crowded outdoor spaces, regardless of vaccination status or community transmission levels. For more on health and safety protocols at Gateway Arch National Park, visit nps.gov/jeff.

Gateway Arch National Park is a pawsitively fantastic place to bring your pet! Learn how your pup can become a B.A.R.K. Ranger by visiting the table in the Arch west entrance plaza. Here, kids can also chat with a park ranger and complete a special Junior Ranger booklet to earn a Gateway Arch National Park Junior Ranger badge. B.A.R.K. stands for: Bag your pet’s waste, Always leash your pet, Respect wildlife, and Know where you can go. Pet owners will receive goodies from Gateway Arch Park Foundation and Purina

B.A.R.K. Ranger Movie Night Under the Arch Featuring “The Secret Life of Pets 2”: 7 p.m.

Gateway Arch Park Foundation and Purina are hosting an outdoor movie night under the Arch in honor of the National Park Service B.A.R.K. Ranger program!

Bring a blanket or bag chair and enjoy live music from The Bronx Cheers, dinner from local food trucks, treats for the fourlegged family members courtesy of Purina, and a special screening of “The Secret Life of Pets 2” (rated PG), which will show underneath the Arch on a giant projection screen.

NPS Fee-Free Day: All Day NPS has designated National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 25 a fee-free day, in which the entrance fee at all NPS sites is waived. At Gateway Arch National Park, the $3 entrance fee included in each adult Tram Ride to the Top ticket and adult Documentary Movie ticket is waived.

Gateway Arch Visitor Reminders Visitors to the Arch must enter the monument at the new glass west entrance, which faces the Old Courthouse. The Arch legs are exits only. Entrance to the Arch Visitor Center and the Museum at the Gateway Arch is free.

Preferred Arch visitor parking is now available at the Stadium East Garage in

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Infrastructure surcharge to change Ferguson-Florissant School District teacher for St. Louis County customers of named 2022 Missouri Teacher of the Year Missouri-American Water Company The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved a request filed by the Missouri-American Water Company (MAWC) to change the infrastructure system replacement surcharge (ISRS) on the bills of its St. Louis County customers. MAWC first established an ISRS on customer bills in St. Louis County in December 2003.

The ISRS adjustment reflects infrastructure replacement investments made by the company during the period of Jan 1 through July 31. These costs are not currently included in MAWC’s rates.

Residential customers in the company’s St. Louis County service area currently pay an ISRS of $0.00 per 1,000 gallons of water used. As a result of this case, the ISRS will be approximately $0.235 per 1,000 gallons of water used. The ISRS change is expected to take effect in October.

City of Florissant and the H3 Group announces a public workshop for the public to attend

(From left) 2021 Missouri Teacher of the Year Darrion Cockrell (D.C.) stands with Tangie Francwar, principal Johnson-Wabash 6th Grade Center, 2022 Missouri Teacher of the Year, James Young, FFSD Superintendent Dr. Joseph Davis and assistant director at Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education, Curtis Terry.

The city of Florissant is currently updating its city-wide comprehensive plan as well as its plan for Old Town Florissant. A comprehensive plan is a policy guide used by city staff, the city council, planning and zoning and other area leaders for making decisions relating to the long-term development, improvements, services, and investments in local amenities, such as parks.

After a series of public meetings in July and August, the city has wrapped up public workshops for Old Town and is now turning the focus on the city. Your input and ideas are very important in making Florissant an even better place to visit, live, work and play.

If you have any questions or would like to be added to our mailing list, please email FloCompPlan@gmail.com.

The Public Workshop will take place Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the JFK Community Center at 315 Howdershell Rd. in Florissant.

James Young, musical theatre teacher at Johnson-Wabash 6th Grade Center, had an unexpected surprise when district administrators and the current 2021 Missouri Teacher of the Year, Darrion Cockrell, entered his fifth-hour class.

Superintendent Dr. Joseph Davis announced Young as the 2022 Missouri Teacher of the Year. District and building administrators flooded his class with balloons, flowers, and rounding applause, including

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Curtis Terry, assistant director with Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, with this history-making announcement. Young will be the first Ferguson-Florissant School District teacher to receive this honor and only the second African-American educator since the program’s inception in 1957.

“It is an incredible honor to celebrate Mr. Young as the Missouri Teacher of the Year,” said Davis. “He exemplifies the impact teachers have in touching the lives of students and the students in our community.”

Young grew up in Kinloch and attended Ferguson-Florissant Schools. He resides in Ferguson with his wife and seven children. His grandmother, a retired music educator from Ferguson-Florissant School District, instilled the idea of going into education at a young age. He has spent most of his 14-year teaching career in the district.

“I grew up here, went to school here, graduated from McCluer North, and came back to teach here,” said Young. “This honor is for every FFSD student and the entire community. This recognition represents that we have great teachers doing great things in public education. We get it done.”

Throughout his career, building collaborative partnerships have been an integral part of

his teaching experience. He has worked with organizations like St. Louis Dancing Classrooms, St. Louis Classical Guitar, Strings Attached, and LIFE Arts Inc. to help bring high-quality arts education to his students and the school community.

“Missouri is fortunate to have so many passionate, dedicated educators, and James is certainly one of those shining stars in our state,” said Commissioner of Education Margie Vandeven.

“James’s teaching style emphasizes the importance of developing both academic and life skills through arts education, and he strives to educate the whole student. As the pandemic continues, this is an important focus for so many educators, so James will certainly be a wonderful representative as our state’s Teacher of the Year.”

Young earned a bachelor’s in music education from the University of Missouri – St. Louis.

Young will serve as Missouri’s representative in the National Teacher of the Year program.

He will be honored during DESE’s Teacher of the Year recognition event in Jefferson City on Oct. 19, along with the other six finalists, semi-finalists, and Regional Teachers of the Year.

The Missouri Teacher of the Year program recognizes the efforts of effective teachers, working tirelessly to provide a high-quality education to their students.

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Senior Living

Still In This Together: Grandma’s Keepsakes It was another altogether too frequent case of knowing what I didn’t want rather than what I did want when we went searching for new bedroom furniture.

We were seriously over the Mediterranean style we had picked as newlyweds when the ornately scrolled dark wood was all the rage. No one told us how ridiculously difficult it would be to dust the scrolls, starting out with a Q tip and lots of love, and less than a few years later resorting to a scowl and a quick once-over with a dust rag. The furniture had not been spared the wrath of our four bouncy children, either, not that it had been great quality to begin with. We were young when we’d bought it, just starting out, and John had just been discharged from the Navy. The furniture had simply run its course, both in terms of style and of sturdiness.

But when John and I walked through furniture store after furniture store looking for its replacement, well before the days of online browsing and privately looking through available choices, I knew it was going to be a traumatic experience.

The first question from the helpful salesperson was always a variation of the same, “What type/style/wood furniture do you have in mind?”

I was pretty good at listing what we weren’t interested in, and that generally got us started, but it just wasn’t enough to keep the salesperson feeling there might actually be a sale in the near future.

Okay, I knew we wanted something sturdy. We’d proven that as slats had been broken during mattress jumping competitions with our four gymnasts on rainy Satur-

day mornings. I also knew I was after something simple.

No more curlicues or hidden designs that begged to be deciphered while lying upside down and vaguely seeing an owl’s head or a Hot Wheel race track. I was done with the style of the moment and was ready for timeless… although the farmhouse Crate and Barrel look was very appealing. In white. What in the world was I thinking?

White?!?

And then I saw the sturdy gorgeous oak set across the design floor. It was plain, simple, and evocative of great-grandparents’ no-nonsense, heavy, wooden bedroom pieces. These were pieces that would stand the test of time, the written descriptions embodying phrases like “God’s Thumbprints” to explain the naturally occurring knots in the wood, drawers that were sturdy, pieces that were heavy, a large square mirror that sat on top of the dresser that I knew was probably entirely too large for our bedroom.

John tried. He gently reminded me that we lived in a suburban three bedroom house, not a massive log cabin in the woods. He told me we would never be able to move the furniture into different positions the way we typically did a couple of times a year. The bedroom door might not even close, and the dresser would only fit on one wall, and barely.

There were tape measurings and toe-toheel walkings and arm stretches and head shakings and “Are you sures?” and glistening eyes and what if we sell our first-born’s?

This was all I wanted.

By Vicki Bahr “What’s the name of the set?” I asked as John tried to move me toward the door.

“Grandma’s Keepsakes”, the salesman read off the tag tucked inside the dresser.

None of our children were even close to married at that point, but John knew as well as I did that bedroom set was going to be delivered to our house in the next couple of weeks. We walked to the sales office and signed on many dotted lines.

And nine grandchildren later, Grandma’s Keepsakes is still our bedroom set. Sturdy, timeless, so meant to be ours.

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 49 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.

2021 Florissant Mayor’s Senior Town Hall Meeting draws over 170 seniors On Sept. 16 Florissant Mayor Tim Lowery hosted the Mayor’s Senior Town Hall meeting at the James J. Eagan Center for seniors to be informed about progress in Florissant and to get an opportunity to speak with the city administration, city council members and other outside organizations. Over 170 seniors were in attendance.

Stacey Montero, who is the Executive Director of the St. Catherine Retirement Community, sponsored the breakfast, while Catering to You catered the breakfast and for Monsignor Mark Ullrich for gave the invocation.

Numerous organizations provided valuable information to the seniors including: Florissant Valley Fire Protection District, St. Louis County Library at Florissant Valley, St. Louis County Older Resident Program, Greater North County Chamber of Commerce, Christian Hospital and Veterans Coalition.

Peggy Hogan, her Senior Office along with members of the Senior Commission organized the town hall meeting. Department heads and some of their

staff from every department were on hand and stayed to answer questions. For other upcoming Senior Events please contact the Senior Office at 314-839-7604.

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Featured Events . . .

Gateway Koi and Pond Club hosting St. Louis Koi Show & Pond Expo September 24-26, Timberwinds Nursery, Ellisville. Friday 3-5pm, Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 10am-2pm. Raffles, koi judging, speakers on fish and ponds Saturday, judges‘ talk Sunday. Koi and pond-related vendors. Japan‘s living jewels! www.gatewaykoiandpondclub.org.

October 3: Interpersonal skills workshop

The Color Code Interpersonal Skills Workshop teaches how to increase interpersonal skills. It‘s unique because it identifies Motive -Why you do what you do. Join JWI Partners Group Saturday, October 3, 12 - 1 p.m.

12025 Raymond Ave St. Louis, MO 63138. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Sept. 19: Membership reception

The American Association of University Women Ferguson-Florissant Branch will host a reception for current and prospective members from 2 – 4 p.m. at 138 Kings Dr. in St. Louis County. For information, email wpemeyers@gmail.com or sbreeze@ mindspring.com.

Sept. 26: Apple butter sale

It’s apple butter time at Salem Lutheran Church and School at 5180 Parker Road in Florissant. Apple butter will be cooked Sept. 25. For more information or to place an order, call 314/8392157 or 314/839-0823.

Oct 9: Trivia night fundraiser

Reserve your table now for Ritenour Co-Care Food Pantry’s Trivia Night Fundraiser at St. Ann Community Center. $160 for a table of eight.

Doors open at 6 p.m. Trivia begins at 7 p.m. Event Sponsorship Levels $250-$2,500. Eight rounds of trivia, silent auction, BYOB. Cash prizes for top teams. Contests for best costume, best dressed team and best decorated table. To purchase a table or sponsorship visit www.rccfoodpantry.org or contact the pantry office 314-4936028. The pantry serves an average of 55 families experiencing food insufficiency per day.

Oct. 9: Caregivers celebration

Celebrating Everyday Caregivers Like Heroes will be held from 3 – 7 p.m.in Spanish Lake Park at the Manny Broadway Shelter at 12636 Spanish Pond Rd. The event is to be hosted by Circle of Care, St. Louis.

Oct. 16-17: High school reunion

Pattonville High School Class of 1986 will gather Oct. 16 from 7 pm until midnight at Sky Music Lounge at 930 Kehrs Mill Road in Ballwin to celebrate its 35th class reunion. Join fellow 86ers for a casual event in the party room with music, conversation, and Serra’s

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.

pizza. A cash bar will be available. The reunion celebration continues with a potluck picnic at Creve Coeur Memorial Park on Oct. 17. Classmates and their families are invited to join at the Taco Bell Shelter just past the boat and bike rentals. Please bring a dish to share, if able. Visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/86PHS for more information or to RSVP.

Nov 13: Flea market and Christmas bazaar

Florissant Elks Ladies Flea Market and Christmas Bazaar to take place at 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors contact Marcie at 314-456-0921 or Susan at 314-240-5712. Inside tables are $20; additional tables are $15.

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-to-four hour shifts are available, Monday-Friday 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. To learn more or to join this fun group, contact Chelsey Banaskavich at 314-513-1674 or cbanaskavich@jfcs-stl.org.

Mondays: TOPS meeting

Come, join and take off those extra pounds. T.O.P.S.=Take Off Pounds Sensibly has meetings on Monday nights at 7 p.m. (weigh in begins at 6:35 p.m.) 9135 Shelley Avenue, Overland, MO 63114. (Entrance is in the back on East Milton). TOPS is a very inexpensive way to lose weight. You may visit a meeting for free. Any questions please call Dan Agee at 314-540-5223.

Mondays: practice

Choral Arts Singers

Choral Arts Singers resume practice on Mondays, at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake St. Louis. New singers are welcome. Auditions are not required.

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

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.

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.

Mondays: A cappella singers

Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals

Mondays: Workshop meetings

September 24-26: St. Louis Koi Show & Pond Expo

EVENTS

Mondays: City council meetings

Tuesdays: Chair Zumba

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

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

Mondays: 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 314-9212132. For a limited period the Chapter will pay for one (1) year membership for new members.

Mondays-Thursdays: Volunteers needed

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

Tuesdays: 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.

Tuesdays: A cappella singers

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.

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.

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 314660-1813.

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 314-298-7444 with the month you will attend and number of people attending.

Wednesdays: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Methodist Church at 3975 N. Hwy 67 in Florissant. For

more information contact Norma at 314-306-4731.

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 314921-2316.

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314-9943300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs. Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.

Ages 3–5. Room 1.

Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314-839-7604.

Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group

3-4 p.m., Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314-653-5331.

Thursdays: Bingo

Community Bingo at the Bridge At Florissant, at 1101 Garden Plaza Drive (intersection of Parker and Arlington) takes place on the third Thursday of each month starts at 2 p.m. There will be snacks and prizes. For more information call 314-831-0988.

Thursdays: Quilting guild

Every third Thursday of the month the Flower Valley Quilting Guild meets at 7 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church at 123 Carson Road in Ferguson.

Thursdays: 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 831-3752 for more information.

Thursdays: meeting

Women’s

chorus

Every Thursday City Voices Chorus, a women’s chorus singing four-part a cappella harmony, meets at Church of the Good Shepherd at 1166 S. Mason Rd. in St. Louis. Members come from the entire bi-state region. Call Marcia at 636-274-0723 for more information or visit www.cityvoiceschorus.org.

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 314660-1813.

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.

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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 314402-7025.

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 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.

Sundays: AMVETS meat shoot

Sundays in September through April, AMVETS Post 55, located on 8842 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bel-Ridge will be hosting meat shoots with practice beginning at 11 a.m. and rounds starting at noon. Shooters must be 18 or older and will shoot #9’s with no bull

barrels or scopes and 675 minimum chokes. The shooting area is indoors and food and drink are available in the club room. For more information, contact 314-630-2671 or 314-330-7269.

crisis. Care is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314-768-3201. Or 636-947-0600, www. crisisnurserykids.org

Sundays: meeting

Center for Senior Renewal:

Jennings

Do-Dads

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.

Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314653-5123.

Nutrition Education:

SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you, 314-344-6157.

CHURCH

Christian Center:

Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group

Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314-653-5032

Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314-741-3737

HEALTH 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 activity really is. Please call to register at 1-877477-6954.

1st Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting

Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121-124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@ sbcglobal.net.

Every third Tuesday of every month: Grief Support Group sponsored by DePaul Hospital 11:30am-1pm, Maryland Hgts. Comm.

Ctr., 2300 McKelvey Rd. For more information, call 314-344-6873.

Wednesdays: ACES Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314-839-3171.

Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109 11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road.

Diabetes Basics:

314-344-7024 for info or 314-344-7220 to enroll.

Crisis Nursery:

Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or

Hospital

Recovery

What’s Happening

ONGOING SUPPORT GROUPS Sundays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 6:30 - 8pm, 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City, 314-993-5421.

Third Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group At Delmar Gardens North, 4401 Parker Rd., Florissant, 9 a.m., 314.355.1516, Helpline 800-272-3900.

Last Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group:

First and Third Tuesdays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse

Mother of Good Counsel Home, 6825 Natural Bridge, St. Louis, 10:30am 314383-4765.

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12:30 - 2 p.m., 320 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 314-968-3477.

Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314-953-8100.

Nicotine Anonymous

Nicotine Anonymous is a 12 Step Program, free and available to all seeking recovery from nicotine addiction based on principals of AA. Only requirement is a desire to stop using nicotine. Voluntary contributions are accepted. For further info call 314-822-2066 or visit www.

Nicotine-Anonymous.org.

Look Good…Feel Better

SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A licensed cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with a makeup kit. Light refreshments are served. Info: 314-344-6090.

SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre

A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with stateof-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan.

To find out if you are eligible, visit www. silversneakers.com or call 314-738-2599.

Smoking Cessation Classes:

Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866-SSM-DOCS to register or for more information.

SSM DePaul Wellness Center:

Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314344-6177

Free Mammogram Screenings:

SSM Health Care free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments at 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, 636-947-5617

Speaker’s Bureau:

SSM speakers available for organizations, clubs, community and church groups for up to one hour free of charge, 636-949+7159

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Sports you see with Gary B...

Soccer team earns first victory of season at Lindenwood Lindenwood University’s women’s soccer team earned its first win of the season by a score of 1-0 over Quincy recently on the road.

Lindenwood opened the scoring in the match, finding the back of the net in the 11th

minute. Morgan Weller sent in a corner kick, which found the left foot of Bailey Bologna, who put the ball into the top left corner, giving the Lions a 1-0 lead.

The Lions kept up the pressure throughout the half, generating seven shots, including five on frame, but couldn’t find the back of the net for a second time during the first 45 minutes of play.

Lindenwood’s strong defensive half, which limited the Hawks to just two shots and none on target allowed the Lions to take a 1-0 lead into the halftime break.

Quincy made some adjustments in the locker room as the Hawks compiled five of the first six shots in the second half. Three of those attempts were on goal, but Lindenwood and goalkeeper Sam Blazek had the answer each time.

Lindenwood withstood a late push from Quincy to earn the 1-0 shutout victory, its first of the season. * First of many

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UMSL men’s soccer team upsets undefeated team The University of Missouri-St. Louis earned a win against Lewis University recently the hard way.

Well, the soccer deities certainly came through as Mylz Barrington, with 35 seconds remaining in the first overtime period, was taken out by the Flyers’ goalkeeper, Sebastian Doppelhoffer, and the Tritons were awarded a penalty kick attempt.

Barrington yielded to teammate, Leo Sowa, who drilled the shot in the upper left corner of the net sending the Tritons bench into a frenzy while the Flyers players hit the turf in disbelief.

With the win, the Tritons pick up their second win of the season in five attempts

while the previously undefeated Flyers drop to 4-1-1.

A proactive approach illuminated the game plan today, as touches and solid runs down both seams and wings put the Flyers on their heels.

In the opening half, it took the Tritons only 23 minutes to find pay dirt.

With the offense gunning down the left seam, the defense drew to that side, opening up Tritons’ Drew Schenk who connected from the middle of the box to give the Tritons the 1-0 lead. Schenk and company never looked back.

Sowa was credited with the assist.

The Flyers found their lone score with 12 minutes remaining in the opening half.

This marks UMSL’s first win since its 3-2 win at Newman on Sept. 10. * Stay aggressive Tryout camp coming again for the Ambush The St. Louis Ambush will hold an additional open tryout Oct. 2 and Oct. 3 at Vetta Sports St. Charles, located at 1425 St. Peters Cottleville Road in Cottleville.

For more details, go to www.STLAmbush.com/ tryouts.

The Ambush will kick off their 2021-22 season in late November with the home opener slated for Black Friday, Nov. 26. * Here is a chance to be a professional soccer play

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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Recipe: Dairy’s role in filling the nutrient gap

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Caprese Salad Yield: 4 to 6 servings

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he Dietary Guidelines for Americans tells us that people do not consume enough calcium, vitamin D, potassium and fiber. Labeling those four as “nutrients of concern” highlights the importance of getting enough of them. “The good news is that three out of the four nutrients of concern are found in dairy,” states Amanda Marsh, registered dietitian for St. Louis District Dairy Council. Boosting these nutrients can help decrease the risk of heart disease, cancer, and other diet-related diseases.

Try out this recipe for a quick and delicious way to get all four nutrients of concern into your diet! The mozzarella provides calcium, vitamin D, and Potassium while the vegetables provide the fiber making it a great way to ensure you are getting a balanced diet including the nutrients of concern.

Ingredients:

Directions:

3 vine-ripe tomatoes, 1/4-inch thick slices

Layer alternating slices of tomatoes and mozzarella, adding a basil leaf between each, on a large, shallow platter. Drizzle the salad with extravirgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

1 pound fresh mozzarella, 1/4-inch thick slices 20 to 30 leaves (about 1 bunch) fresh basil Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling Coarse salt and pepper

For more information on dairy’s health benefits, visit www.stldairycouncil.org.

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‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings’ is one wild ride

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Movie:

By Steve Bryan

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

he 1970’s saw the rise of “Star Wars” and other science fiction films as well as memorable Disney live-action films with Kurt Russell in the lead roles (Russell later played Snake Plissken in the cult classic “Escape from New York.”)

One endearing trend of the decade was the “Kung Fu” and karate films that featured Bruce Lee and other legendary action stars.

1985’s “The Last Dragon” even paid homage to Lee with a lead character whose nickname was “Bruce Leroy.”

Marvel Studios “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings” brought back the thrills and excitement of those Kung Fu movies along with some fantastic special effects. Created by Steve Englehart and Jim Starlin, the character originally appeared in various Marvel Comics titles over the years. Like “The Guardians of the Galaxy,” Shang-Chi was not as well-known as other Marvel heroes, but director Destin Daniel Cretton knew how to use the character and his abilities.

Known as “Shaun” to his friends, Shang-Chi (Simu Liu) worked as a valet along with his best friend Katy (a hilarious Awkwafina). Centuries earlier Xu Wenwu (Tony Leung), ShangChi’s father, had found the mystical “Ten Rings” that granted him a long life and incredible powers.

Xu married Ying Li (Fala Chen) and together they raised their son and his sister Xu Xialing (Meng’er Zhang). Troubles in the family led to their mother leaving and Shang-Chi becoming an assassin for his father. More family issues forced an adult Shang-Chi to confront his father once again.

With “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings,” Marvel Studios showed its storytelling prowess. As the title character, Simu Liu possessed the heart of the warrior in his portrayal of ShangChi. At first, he seemed to be a quiet young man, but a fight on public transportation forced him to show his true self. It took a lot of camera work to make this fight scene work, but at least the stunt crew had more room here than

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in the elevator scene in “Captain America: The Winter Soldier.”

There are not enough words to describe how totally awesome rapper Awkwafina was in “ShangChi.” As Katy, she has a special bond with the man she called Shaun for more than a decade.

She’s no shrinking violet, though, and adapted quickly to ShangChi’s mystical world. Her emotional and spiritual journeys were amazing to watch because she was completely out of her element.

In a short time, though, Katy showed she also had the heart of a true warrior.

“Shang-Chi” was a highly satisfying action adventure and another winner for Marvel. Make sure to hang around for the end-credits scenes because they are worth the wait. Also keep an eye out for Ben Kingsley who reprised one of his funniest characters ever.

“Shang-Chi,” rated PG-13, is currently playing in theaters.

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Yeggs

John Hanna

Crossword: 1990’s Couples

‘Yeggs’ is a comic series about Robert and Bill, two rabbits who have opened their own egg franchise in the Midwest (St. Louis area). We follow their day to day lives, watching as they go about the hectic task of preparing for their one big day every year. Along the way they have adventures filled with fun, comic doings and pathos.

By Cindy Moore

Moore on Life

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hen spending time with a 15-month old grandbaby you can learn a lot of things …a lot of very ba-ad things.

I spent time with my little chunker and came back wondering how babies even survive.

For starters, babies prefer the dangerous and forbidden to the Good Housekeeping-approved and FDA regulated kind of bunkum. They want jabby, pokey, chokey things that can put eyes out and lodge in small throats.

Babies love deathtraps: crawling on table tops, straddling wobbly chairs and scuttling up steep staircases. They love to dabble in danger. Oh those tempting electrical outlets of mystery! Always beckoning to thrust a bit of Lego into one.

Of course they want new tastes, but what is it about the toxins under the kitchen cabinet that hold such allure? That blue window spray and furniture polish smoothie certainly can’t compare to a day of gumming strained peas and creamed unsalted cabbage. Hmm? On second thought, I totally get their need for change.

Mine found this with water at bath time. It proved to be a delicious, exotic beverage for her, although she preferred it with added flavor enhancers. Only after her pungent, sticky body parts had been slathered with soap and rinsed and when the water had turned a cloudy shade of grey did it ensure optimal taste.

She dipped her head into the filmy pool and swallowed a big gulp. I pulled her back only to have her scoop up the dripping washcloth and shove it in her mouth and suck the salty, goo-

ey juices right out of it. Beats window cleaner I guess.

I dried and dressed her and plopped her on the floor. But be warned, while crawling around everything is fair game as a treat for babies – preferably the tiny, windpipe-sized ones.

Soon she was rummaging around like a fat, fleshy Roomba vacuum. She quickly found a dirty sock under the couch and promptly gave it a pre-wash in her mouth. She then scavenged every corner and went on a taste- testing adventure by chomping on stray kibble and old bug bodies. After I swooped the interior of her mouth with my finger I noticed that she had become covered in cat fur.

The baby was finally put to bed partially clean and had tried some new flavors, but the floor was spotless so win-win for both of us.

Happy accident

Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband.

Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder.

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

ACROSS 1. Ridden or pushed around yard 6. Chlorofluorocarbon 9. Spiral-horned antelope 13. Make a canyon, e.g.

14. Much of this about nothing?

15. Forest destroyers 16. Basic belief 17. Popular pickup 18. Lake scum 19. *Popular email service eventually bought by Microsoft 21. *CD “maker” 23. FEMA’s assistance 24. Musician’s time to shine 25. Stephen King’s Christine, e.g.

28. Plural of locus 30. Mongolian monetary unit 35. Wraths 37. Jar covers 39. Like yellow polka dot bikini?

40. Desert in China and Mongolia 41. Knight’s mount 43. Cogito ____ sum 44. Change the Constitution, e.g.

46. Ready and eager 47. Table mineral 48. *Jennifer Aniston-inspired haircut, with “the” 50. Bank on 52. Modern prefix 53. Beacon light

55. Oolong, e.g.

57. *____ Sese Seko, overthrown Zairian dictator 60. *African National Congress leader released from prison 64. Like a candle?

65. *1997’s “Fly” by Sugar ____ 67. Lowest point 68. Smart ____ 69. Marching insect 70. Opposite of digest 71. *Tonya Harding and Nancy Kerrigan’s domain 72. Employer Assisted Housing, acr.

73. Fender bender consequences DOWN 1. Crystalline hydrochloride, colloquially 2. Nabisco top best-seller 3. Refuses to 4. Bodily swelling 5. Not wholesale 6. Lewis of sprinting and long jumping fame 7. Vaccine-approving agency, acr.

8. Burger, fries and soda 9. Brick-drying oven 10. It’s hard to resist 11. Precedes Abby 12. Consume, as in drugs 15. Slang for radical or cool, 2 words 20. America’s singer choices

22. Last, abbr.

24. Weapon in a holster 25. Fidel Castro’s smoke 26. Pleasant odor 27. Renaissance instrument resembling a violin 29. *TV hit “Sex and the ____” 31. “Bee ____” 32. What many TV hits have done 33. Fireplace 34. *_____ Protocol, climate change-related international treaty 36. Hyperbolic sine 38. Withered 42. COVID-19 variant 45. Expose the falseness 49. “____ the Games Begin!”

51. Pined 54. Sign of a saint, pl.

56. “Bad news travels fast,” e.g.

57. Algeria’s neighbor 58. Plow-pulling duo 59. *”Where It’s At” singer 60. Urban story 61. Adam and Eve’s garden 62. *Oscar winner “Schindler’s ____” 63. A in BA 64. *Gulf ____ or Bosnian ____ 66. American Nurses Association

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