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October 26, 2011 Vol. 90 No. 43

A Safe Halloween Ensures a Happy Halloween.

Halloween Safety Tips Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics

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All Dressed Up: • Plan costumes that are bright and reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well and that costumes are short enough to prevent tripping, entanglement or contact with flame.

• Consider adding reflective tape or striping to costumes and Trick-or-Treat bags for greater visibility.

• Because masks can limit or block eyesight, consider non-toxic makeup and decorative hats as safer alternatives.

Hats should fit properly to prevent them from sliding over eyes.

• When shopping for costumes, wigs and accessories look for and purchase those with a label clearly indicating they are flame resistant.

• If a sword, cane, or stick is a part of your child's costume, make sure it is not sharp or too long. A child may be easily hurt by these accessories if he stumbles or trips.

• Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all children and their escorts.

• Do not use decorative contact lenses without an eye examination and a prescription from an eye care professional.

While the packaging on decorative lenses will often make claims such as “one size fits all,” or “no need to see an eye specialist,” obtaining decorative contact lenses without a prescription is both dangerous and illegal. This can cause pain, inflammation, and serious eye disorders and infections, which may lead to permanent vision loss.

• Teach children how to call 9-1-1 (or their local emergency number) if they have an emergency or become lost.

Carving a Niche: • Small children should never carve pumpkins. Children can draw a face with markers. Then parents can do the cutting.

• Consider using a flashlight or glow stick instead of a candle to light your pumpkin. If you do use a candle, a votive candle is safest.

• Candlelit pumpkins should be Around Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

placed on a sturdy table, away from curtains and other flammable objects, and should never be left unattended.

Home Safe Home: • To keep homes safe for visiting trick-or-treaters, parents should remove from the porch and front yard anything a child could trip over such as garden hoses, toys, bikes and lawn decorations.

• Parents should check outdoor lights and replace burned-out bulbs.

• Wet leaves should be swept from sidewalks and steps.

• Restrain pets so they do not inadvertently jump on or bite a trick-or-treater.

On the Trick-or-Treat Trail: • A parent or responsible adult should always accompany young children on their neighborhood rounds.

• If your older children are going alone, plan and review the route that is acceptable to you. Agree on a specific time when they should return home.

• Only go to homes with a porch light on and never enter a home or car for a treat.

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Halloween, remind Trick-or Treaters: • Stay in a group and communicate where they will be going.

• Carry a cell phone for quick commu-

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• Remain on well-lit streets and always use the sidewalk.

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Hazelwood Police Officers and Firefighters Participate in ‘KlassKids Child Safety Day” In an effort to help parents safeguard their children against the potential danger of stranger abductions and to educate them about fire safety at home, the Hazelwood Police Department and Hazelwood Fire Department partnered with Mungenast Hyundai for the 15th Annual “KlassKids Safety Day,” which was held this past weekend. Hundreds of children showed up with one or more of their parents to get their digital photos taken, fingerprints laser scanned, and DNA samples collected for a kit to have on hand for future emergencies.

For the past 15 years, the Mungenast Automotive Family has sponsored these events with the KlassKids Foundation at all of their automotive dealerships. Marc Klaas founded this not-profit organization after the 1993 kidnapping and mur-

der of his 12-year-old daughter, Polly Klaas. With strong support from local communities where they do business, approximately 9,000 children have been processed over this time period.

These events use a Sentry KIDS® Finger Tips program which uses a computerized system that takes digital photos of the kids, laser-scans their fingerprints, and includes DNA samples for parents to take with them. All of this is done at no cost to the families and without databasing their children’s personal information.

Hazelwood police officers were on hand at Mungenast Hyundai to give parents some child safety tips and to go over a 9-step plan on what to do if a child goes missing. They also gave tours of the department’s new Command Center, allowed kids to sit on a police motorcycle,

and introduced them to P.O. Mike Monticelli’s K-9 partner, Onyxx. McGruff the Crime Dog and Darren the Lion, representing the D.A.R.E. program, were there to greet the kids as well.

The Hazelwood Fire Department had a display that included a fire truck, ambulance, and the “Safety Clubhouse” which allows kids to walk through different rooms of a small house and learn fire safety habits. It also gave the firefighter/paramedics an opportunity to stress the importance of planning an effective fire escape route at home since it was National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 9-15, and the theme was “Protect Your Family from Fire.” In addition, Sparky the Fire Dog was on hand to greet kids and pass out candy.

From The Pen Of Mayor Thomas P. Schneider An Open Letter About The Special Municipal Judge Election October 2011 Dear Florissant voters, Dear friends, I am writing this open letter to be published in the media and passed on by you in hard or electronic copy because I feel there needs to be more discussion in our community about the special election to select our Municipal Court Judge scheduled for November 8 ,2011.

This November 8, you will have the opportunity to effectively hire our next Municipal Judge in a Special Election. In most other communities the judge is appointed by the mayor or city council, but in Florissant,

our judge is elected by the people. We have two applicants to choose from for this important position.

Florissant voters have taken this responsibility seriously and have chosen wisely in the past by electing great judges like the late Judge Robert Ebert and Judge Timothy Kelly who was elected nine times. Unfortunately, our friend Judge Tim Kelly passed away on June 4, which is why we have the special Judge election on November 8. We need a good Judge.

The Florissant Municipal Judge presides over the largest municipal court in St. Louis County. The safety of our streets from impaired or irresponsible drivers and the enforcement of our housing codes, to prevent run down property is dependent on the efficiency and effectiveness of our court. Our

city has benefited from the tradition of firm but fair justice that our court provides. We have an obligation to hire the best qualified candidate.

Please review the qualifications of the two candidates carefully, and please exercise your right to vote on Election Day, November 8. Thank you.

Sincerely yours in service to our city, Thomas P Schneider Thomas P. Schneider, Mayor of Florissant

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Gov. Nixon Names Former St. Louis County Police Chief Jerry Lee as Missouri Public Safety Director Gov. Jay Nixon recently named former St. Louis County Police Chief Jerry Lee as the new director of the Missouri Department of Public Safety. Lee is a 38-year veteran of the St. Louis County Police Department who retired as chief in July 2009. He will replace former DPS director John Britt, who stepped down from the position last week.

“Chief Lee has been an invaluable asset for law enforcement in the St. Louis area for several decades,” Gov. Nixon said. “His insight and experience in law enforcement will serve the people of Missouri well as Public Safety Director, and I appreciate him taking on the responsibilities of this position.

“I also want to again express my great appreciation to former Director Britt for his capable service to the state of Missouri,” the Governor continued. “He played a key role in guiding the state’s response to the many natural disasters we have experienced recently and in overseeing the efficient and seamless merger of the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the Missouri State Water Patrol.”

“I am honored and humbled to serve Governor Nixon and the citizens of Missouri as the Director of the Department of Public Safety,” Lee said. “My number one priority is to ensure that the Department continues to do everything it can to keep Missouri families safe from crime, terrorism, and natural disasters and to support our law enforcement community.”

During his career with the county police, Lee commanded multiple divisions within the department, including op-

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erational support, patrol, staff services, criminal identification, security services, tactical operations and drug enforcement. He was appointed Chief of Police on June 1, 2004.

In August 2010, Gov. Nixon appointed Lee to the St. Louis City Board of Police Commissioners. The five-member board is responsible for oversight of the operation of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. He is resigning from the board to assume his duties as department director.

Lee’s appointment will be subject to confirmation by the Missouri Senate. DPS Director Andrea Spillars has been serving as acting director of the department since the end of last week, when Britt’s tenure ended.

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Halloween Safety from cover

• If no sidewalk is available, walk at the far edge of the roadway facing traffic.

• Never cut across yards or use alleys.

• Only cross the street as a group in established crosswalks (as recognized by local custom). Never cross between parked cars or out driveways.

• Don't assume the right of way. Motorists may have trouble seeing Trick-or-Treaters.

Just because one car stops, doesn't mean others will!

• Law enforcement authorities should be notified immediately of any suspicious or unlawful activity.

Healthy Halloween: • A good meal prior to parties and trick-or-treating will discourage youngsters from filling up on Halloween treats.

•Consider purchasing nonfood treats for those who visit your home, such as coloring books or pens and pencils.

•Wait until children are home to sort and check treats.

Though tampering is rare, a responsible adult should closely examine all treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped or suspicious items.

•Try to ration treats for the days following Halloween.

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FAAN Walk for Food Allergy Comes to St. Louis The Walk for Food Allergy: Moving Toward A Cure in St. Louis will take place in Creve Coeur Park at the Tremayne Shelter at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 29. Registration begins at 10 a.m.

Last year, the walk was a huge success with 54 teams and 509 walkers raising over $26,000. We anticipate this year will be an even bigger success.

The event, held in cities nationwide, is sponsored by the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) to increase awareness about food allergies and to raise money for research and education. Families and friends join for the walk, to raise funds and support each other in their daily efforts with managing this life-threatening medical condition.

Registration for FAAN’s Walk for Food Allergy is now open to families, community groups, and others wishing to raise funds for food allergy education and research. Registration is online at www.foodallergywalk.org. Sponsors are also being sought; the walk is a great way for businesses to show their support for families facing the challenges of managing food allergies.

Local volunteers Tammy Thum and Kathy Spudich will be co-chairs for the St. Louis walk.

Kathy’s son Alex is the local youth ambassador.

Alex is anaphylaxis to milk protein. Alex received this honor of being the youth chair due to the fact that his 2010 walk team was the largest and raised the most money. Alex is a Freshman at Staunton High School in Staunton, IL. "We volunteered to organize this walk in support of our children, who have life threatening food allergies, so severe that even their daily activities are impaired by the potential for a reaction. Families across the St. Louis area will join together and walk to increase public awareness and to raise funds for important food allergy research and education," said Spudich and Thum.

More than 12 million Americans, including 3 million children, have a food allergy, which is the leading cause of anaphylaxis (a serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and may cause death) outside the hospital setting and results in 50,000 to 125,000 emergency room visits each year, depending on the source. Eight foods account for 90 percent of all allergic reactions in the U.S.: milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts (walnuts, almonds, cashews, pistachios, pecans, etc.), wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish.

Veterans Parade & Presentation A spectacular Veterans' Parade followed by a presentation of the Veteran of the Year award will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 6, according to Florissant Mayor Thomas P. Schneider.

This year's Parade Marshall is William Switzer, who is currently the Director of TSA at Lambert International Airport. Switzer will also be the guest speaker at the Veteran of the Year presentation following the parade.

Veteran of the Year award goes to John Cahalin, who served in the United States Navy during World War II, and was honorably discharged with the rank of Seaman First Class.

The 2.5-mile parade begins at the corner St. Charles and St. Francois, heads east on St. Francois, one block south on New Florissant to East on St. Catherine, North on Waterford Drive, and ends at the James J. Eagan Center. Following the parade there will be a presentation of the Veteran of the Year award. Refreshments will be served inside the Eagan Center for parade participants. The mayor said the parade will have more than 70 units participating, including military vehicles, drum corps, marching bands, elected officials and many others paying tribute to our veterans.

This event was first brought to Florissant at the suggestion of Mr. Norman Sirna, a member of the Veterans' Commission. Mayor Schneider and the City Council invite everyone to bring their children/grandchildren to this event and salute the men and women who have and continue to serve this great country in the fight against terrorism and to protect our freedom.

Confluence Clean-Up Needs Volunteers The Confluence Clean-up is the final of Missouri River Relief’s Big Muddy Clean Sweep events, which kicked off in September St. Louis, Mo - The Great Rivers Greenway District is encouraging area residents to join them on Saturday, October 29, and help support Missouri River Relief in its effort to clear trash and debris from the shores of the Missouri River. The Confluence Clean-up, which is the last scheduled event of Missouri River Relief’s monthlong, statewide effort to clear litter from the Missouri River, aims to clean up the area near the confluence of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers. Volunteers will be ferried by boat starting at 9 a.m. to different riverbanks

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sible. Following lunch, additional volunteers will be needed to load trash onto the trash barge.

The Confluence Clean-up is the final event of the Big Muddy Clean Sweep, the keystone project of Missouri River Relief’s 10th anniversary celebration. This month-long endeavor, which began on Sept. 26, has included community-based cleanups along the Missouri River, educational field trips, river festivals, barge tours and celebrations across the state of Missouri from Kansas City to the Confluence in St. Louis. The Big Muddy Clean Sweep spans 170 miles in eight towns on the Missouri River, including Kansas City, Jefferson City, Washington, St. Charles and St. Louis.

“We are excited about the opportunity to support Missouri River Relief in its efforts to clean up the Missouri River,” said Susan Trautman, Executive Director of Great Rivers Greenway. “We want to congratulate Missouri River Relief on a decade devoted to restoring our rivers, and we encourage area residents to join them in their fight to beautify the Missouri River and surrounding areas.”

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and islands along the Missouri River to pick up trash that has washed ashore. Additional volunteers are encouraged to clean up trash along the trails and parking lots of this area.

Volunteers of all ages are needed and will meet at the Columbia Bottom Conservation Area Boat Ramp, located at 801 Strodtman Rd. in Spanish Lake. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., although volunteers are encouraged to register in advance by visiting www.riverrelief.org.

Participants will be provided with water, lunch, t-shirts, work gloves, trash bags and transportation by boat to the various clean-up sites. Missouri River Relief will also be providing lifejackets, but encourages anyone who brings a child to also bring along a proper-fitting lifejacket to keep each child as safe as pos-

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Hazelwood Offers Spooktacular Way for Kids to Celebrate Halloween Children can have a safe, dry and fun time celebrating Halloween at Hazelwood’s Halloween Happenings on Monday, October, 31, at the Hazelwood Community Center, 1186 Teson Road, in White Birch Park. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and ends at the bewitching hour of 9 p.m.

Halloween Happenings Sponsored by the Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Division, Halloween Happenings is a free event and open to both residents and non-residents. In addition to ghoulish games and spirited madness, a costume contest will begin at 7:20 p.m. for all goblins, witches, and draculas in the following age groups: 2 & under; 3-5 Years; 6-8 Years; 9-11 Years; 12-15 Years; and Age 16 & older. Open judging will be available for those who miss their age group competition. A grand prize is awarded to the top finisher in each age group, and one given to the overall best costume winner.

Lots of Halloween candy will be given to the kids, as well as food and beverages served to them. Hayrides

will be provided too, if weather permits.

Coloring Contest This year’s coloring contest will be divided up into two age categories, Kindergarten through 2nd grade and 3rd grade through 5th grade. The younger participants will be given a simple coloring page showing a ghost saying “Boo” and the word Hazelwood at the top. Those in grades 3 to 5 will use a coloring page with a more elaborate design to fill in.

Both coloring pages can be obtained at the Hazelwood Community Center, 1186 Teson Road, or Civic Center East, 8969 Dunn Road. They can also be downloaded off the city’s website at www.hazelwoodmo.org from an article posted in the “Latest News” section on the home page. Be sure both sides are filled out.

The deadline for submitting coloring pages is Monday, October 31. There is a limit of one entry per child.

Overland Historical Society Events Holiday Porch Sale: The Overland Historical Society will have a porch sale at their museum, 2404 Gass Ave. at 8 a.m. on Saturday, November 5. Items for sale will include apple butter, books, Christmas decorations, and gift shop items.

General Meeting: The society’s meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 9 at Wild Acres, 2500 Ashby Rd. This is a change of date and location from our usual meetings. Election of board members will be held followed by our speaker for the evening, Gloria R. Perry, Ph.D., who will present the program “The Woman in Dress: Vintage Stories of Five Generations of St. Louisians.” Anyone is welcome to attend.

Trivia Night: Doors open at 6 p.m. and trivia begins at 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 12 at the Wild Acres Gym, 2500 Ashby Rd. The price is $15 per person with tables of eight participants. There will be attendance prizes, 50/50 and a silent auction. Soda and light snacks will be provided. For reservations, call Pat at 314.428.3709. To donate silent auction items, attendance and raffle prizes for the event, please contact Shirley at 314.429.2577. Have a fun evening with family and friends while supporting our historical organization.

Bake Sale: The bake sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 19 at the Frank Munsch Overland Community Center,

The coloring must be done by the children without assistance from parents or older siblings. Judging of the entries and announcement of the winners will take place on Tuesday, November 1. One prize will be awarded for each grade level. The prize winners will be notified and asked to pick-up their award package at Civic Center East, 8969 Dunn Road.

For more information on these Halloween events, please contact the Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Office at 314.731.0980.

9225 Lackland Rd. Donated baked goods may be dropped off from 5 to 6 p.m. on Friday, November 18 at our table near the gym. Stop by our table on Saturday for apple butter, baked goods, and items from the museum’s gift shop.

Annual Candlelight Tour: Mark your calendars for December 10 and 11 from 2 to 7 p.m. to visit the society’s log house, barn, and museum which will be decorated for the holiday season. The historic site is located at the corner of Lackland Rd. and Gass Ave. Members will be dressed in period costumes. Cider and cookies will be served and the gift shop will be open in the museum.

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Valley Industries Workers of the Month 1st Financial Federal Valley Industries congratulates Ettanora Turner and Matt Leo for their great work in becoming Valley Industries’ Workers of the Month for August 2011. The organization is grateful to American Credit Union Hosts FREE Eagle Credit Union for sponsoring the Workers of the Month once again, and Ashley Scherschel for presenting the awards. Tim Murphy was also honored as an honorary Worker of the Year for 2011, Estate Planning Seminar celebrating his retirement after 24 years at the workshop.

Each month, Valley Industries, an ISO 9001:2008 certified workshop, recognizes a male and female 1st Financial Federal Credit Union located in St. Charles, Hazelwood, downtown St. Louis, and Wentzville, MO is hosting a employee who have done an outstanding job throughout the month, performed exceptionally well FREE Estate Planning seminar on Thursday, October 27th at 6:00 on a project or simply worked to the best of his or her abilities. Workers of the Month are eligible p.m. at the Hazelwood branch at 5916 North Lindbergh. The semi- to be named Workers of the Year, representing Valley Industries as King and Queen of the Mayors' nar will be presented by Estate Planning Attorney Tom Galganski. Shamrock Ball and other events.

Valley Industries performs high quality services including cleaning, packaging, assembly, inspecMr. Galganski is a member of the Bar Association of Metropolitan tion, and distribution for wholesale, retail and assembly industries. For more information about St. Louis and is also a member of the Estate Planning Council of St. Louis. Tom is registered to practice in the States of Missouri, Valley Industries or sponsoring Workers of the Month, call Jim Guyre at 314.731.1771 or visit http:// www.valleyind.net.

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Estate planning can be awkward and difficult for most people to navigate without costly professional assistance. For this reason, 1st Financial Investment Services and Tom Galganski is hosting a free seminar to answer questions and help begin the process of ensuring that final property and health care wishes are honored, and that loved ones are protected. The seminar will include such topics as: • Establishing an Estate Plan – Understand why you should establish a plan and learn what happens if you don’t have a plan.

• An Estate Plan Checklist - Determine the value of your estate and decide who will inherit your assets and the date of allocation.

• Missouri and Illinois Intestacy Laws – Learn about who will receive your assets if you do not have a plan.

• Survivor’s Checklist – Know what you will have to do if you are an executor, administrator or beneficiary.

“Our mission is to enrich the lives of our member’s one member at a time” stated Frank Nelson, 1st Financial Federal Credit Union President and CEO. He went on to say “The Credit Union is here to help you achieve your financial goals at every stage of your life. Estate Planning should be a vital component of your financial portfolio. It is important to decide how you want your assets allocated, managed and disposed of to ensure your loved ones can execute your plan according to your directives.“ The seminar is open to the public but seating is limited. To reserve a space, visit www.1stfinancialfcu.org/library/seminars, call 636.916.8335 or email Barb at bkoskolos@1stfinancialfcu.org. Jim Guyre, Matt Leo, Ettanora Turner, Tim Murphy, and Ashley Scherschel.

Complimentary refreshments will be served.

Chamber to Host Holiday Gala, Nite of Stars

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The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce will host its Nite of Stars from 7 p.m. to midnight on Friday, December 2, at the Paul Detrick Auditorium, 11133 Dunn Road, on the campus of Christian Hospital.

The holiday gala will feature lavish hors d’ oeuvres and decadent desserts served throughout the evening, open bar, silent auction, live auction, a DJ and dancing.

Tickets are $65 per person, which includes a chance to win up to $5,000.

Current sponsors include Platinum Sponsor: Christian Hospital; Silver Sponsors: Delmar Gardens North/Garden Villas North, US Bank and Handyman Hardware.

For more information on sponsorship packages or to purchase a ticket, call the Chamber office at 314.831.3500.

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TraveLink of Florissant Awarded

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TraveLink of Florissant recently was awarded second place statewide for 2012 Funjet Vacation Travel Packages. Pictured left to right: Agent Pat Koch, Owner Rhonda Link and Agent Patti Chickey. "The TraveLink team takes pride in our customer service and it reflects in the number of clients that have become our friends," said Rhonda. TraveLink can be reached at 314.831.5465 or email travelink.rhonda@charter.net.

Three of Winfrey’s “Ultimate Favorite Things” recipients, (from left to right) Michael Hitt of Edwardsville, Ill., Jill Cigliana of Edwardsville, Ill., and Gwen Ford of St. Louis, Mo., are presented with the keys to their FREE, 2.5-liter 2012 VW Beetle from Jerry Eickel, president of Bommarito Volkswagen of Hazelwood, and John Bommarito, president of Bommarito Automotive Group.

Three Area Cardiology Practices Join SSM Heart Institute St. Louis has announced a significant expansion to the physician component of its SSM Heart Institute cardiology medical group. Fourteen cardiologists from three area practices formally joined SSM Heart Institute in October 2011. The groups and members joining SSM Heart Institute in practice are as follows: Metro Heart Group of Clayton on the campus of SSM St. Mary’s Health Center • Phillip G. Apprill, MD • Manoj K. Eapen, MD • Mark A. Friedman, MD • M. Kiran Kancherla, MD

• Anish J. Thomas, MD • Richard B. Whiting, MD Metro Heart Group of St. Peters • Darlene L. Eyster, MD • David J. Kardesch, MD • Robert Snitzer, MD • Mark D. Taber, MD Midwest Cardiovascular Consultants in Bridgeton on the campus of SSM DePaul Health Center • Alok Katyal, MD • Ardaman S. Nanda, MD • Khalid Qayum, MD • Arun Venkat, MD

On October 17, the above offices were renamed SSM Heart Institute; however, all contact information will remain the same. The cardiologists will continue to practice at the hospitals where they have privileges.

For more information about SSM Heart Institute cardiologists, visit www.ssmhealth. com/heart.

Call For Nominations: Business Leader of the Year

By DeAnna Massie The Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce will host its Annual Business Leader Awards Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 18 at the Sheraton Chalet. The event is designed to recognize individuals who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the Business Community. The event will also showcase the achievements of the chamber’s member businesses.

Help is needed to help identify the local businesses and individuals who have experienced the greatest success and demonstrated exemplary leadership. Please consider nominating an individual, business or organization. The nomination forms and categories can be found at mhcc.com.

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Hazelwood Central High Host Open House for FIRST Robotics Program Hazelwood Central High School is hosting a FIRST Robotics Open House to demonstrate and highlight the significance of the program and its impact on students, mentors and volunteers.

The FIRST Robotics Open House is from 6 to 8 p.m. on November 16 in the Professional Learning Center, located at the end of C-Hall. The open house will serve to advance the understanding of how FIRST guides students to choose careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. There will be robotics demonstrations, competition matches, an opportu-

nity to meet robotics teams, and learn how to become a mentor, sponsor or volunteer. Participating high school teams include Hazelwood Central, Hazelwood West, University City, Gateway Institute of Technology, O’Fallon and Bishop DuBourg.

FIRST – For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology – is a “thrilling and unique spectator sport experience in which teams of high school students solve an engineering design challenge through imagination, dedication, teamwork and the help of their robotic friends.”

The FIRST robotics programs represent HSD values of implementing innovative solutions while dismantling ideas that are no longer working for students, forming partnerships with parents and community members to ensure the success of each student and creating an inclusive learning climate that meets the needs of a diverse community.

For questions, or to RSVP to attend, contact Cathy Sylve at kcsylve@sbcglobal.net Hazelwood Central High School is located at 15875 New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant.

HSD STEM Extravaganza Outlines Importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, Math Education Science, technology, engineering and math education is an important focus in the Hazelwood School District.

Students, families and members of the community are invited to learn more at the STEM Extravaganza from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 29 at Hazelwood Central High School.

The HSD STEM Extravaganza is a showcase of science, technology, engineering and math education for students at all grade levels. The free event includes demonstrations, exhibits and hands-on activities, speakers, presenters, college representatives and more.

Carrie Launius, learning facilitator, said STEM education is important to the District because it “encourages and inspires more students, especially those from underrepresented or disadvantaged groups, to study in STEM fields.”

STEM education is important in “closing student achievement gaps and preparing more students to be on track to college and career readiness, and to be suc-

cessful in the field,” Launius continued.

Activities and demonstrations will be offered for all grade levels, such as the dissection of a cow’s heart, a surgery simulation, DNA gel analysis, math games for kindergarten through eighth-grade students, building life boats, identifying insects and more. There will be displays, exhibits and a “How dirty is your cell phone?” activity.

Gail Stewart, learning facilitator, encourages parents to participate in the STEM Extravaganza to gain an understanding of the needs of the workforce for the future.

“There is a shortage of a qualified workforce in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math.

The pipeline for making sure there is a qualified workforce begins in the elementary schools. Parents need to encourage their students to develop their math and science skills and expose them to STEM careers,” said Stewart.

“The Hazelwood School District wants to make sure our students are prepared for future employment.”

HSD programs represented include prekindergarten through 12th grade math and science departments, Early Childhood Education, Project Lead The Way® engineering and biomedical science and Gateway to Technology, the robotics teams from Hazelwood Central and Hazelwood West high schools, the Health Occupations program, the Grand Tetons Outdoor Education program and the Biotech Club and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) from Hazelwood West High School.

Participating community partners include Ameren Missouri, the University of Missouri-St. Louis, Boeing, St. Louis Community College, the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center, Fontbonne University, Saint Louis University Parks College,

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A student at Armstrong Elementary School in the Hazelwood School District learned how to extract DNA from a strawberry during an activity sponsored by the Biotech Club of Hazelwood West High School.

the U.S. Navy, BJC Healthcare, Missouri University of Science and Technology, University of Missouri-Columbia, Washington University in St. Louis, University of Central Missouri, Missouri Conservation Department, Springboard to Learning, Christian Hospital and Academy of Science.

There are other benefits for parents who attend the event.

“Parents may also catch a vision of how they can retool for a STEM career,” Stewart said. “There are many ways of retooling such as completing a certificate program through the Danforth Center or St. Louis Community College, or entering a program through an area university.”

“The colleges will showcase their STEM programs and the careers for which they prepare students. Businesses will highlight STEM careers in their organizations,” said Stewart.

“Universities and businesses very much understand that K-12 education provides the pipeline for their programs and future employees. They provide a strong partnership in making sure Hazelwood students have the opportunity to pursue STEM careers,” she said.

“HSD is strengthening the quality of STEM instruction and professional development programs. We recruit, train and support highly effective teachers in STEM subjects and provide robust tools and supports for students and teachers,” Launius added.

“The STEM Extravaganza is a great opportunity to spend time learning and having fun with family and schools, which builds a wonderful partnership to encourage learning,” said Launius.

“The STEM Extravaganza will help you imagine a fantastic STEM career and show you how to get there,” said Stewart.

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October 26, 2011

Hazelwood School District has Two Alumni Participating in 2011 World Series Two men who are part of the 2011 World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers baseball teams are products of the Hazelwood School District.

Ron Kulpa, a 1987 graduate of Hazelwood Central High School, and Kyle McClellan, a 2002 graduate of Hazelwood West High School, could both participate in the best-of-seven game series that started Wednesday, October 19 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. Kulpa has been named as one of six umpires who will call the series while McClellan is part of the Cardinals’ pitching bullpen.

Kulpa served as third base umpire during Game 1 of the series. This will mark the first time he has called a baseball game in his hometown.

“I think I have the best job in the world, I really do,” he said.

“It feels great to get a chance to umpire in St. Louis. I’m proud to do it and my family and friends are so proud that I am doing it.”

He is in his 13th year a Major League Baseball umpire, having worked in important contests such as the 2001 All-Star Game and the 2005 American League Championship Series. Kulpa served as the home plate umpire for Detroit Tigers’ pitcher Justin Verlander’s no-hitter versus the Milwaukee Brewers on June 12, 2007, among many other games and series.

“After Game 1, I’ll work my way around the field and I’ll be the home plate umpire for Game 4,” said Kulpa. World Series Games 3, 4 and 5 will take place at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.

After he graduated from Hazelwood Central, Kulpa attended St. Louis Community College-Florissant Valley and Missouri Baptist College, where he played baseball before enrolling in umpire school in 1992.

“I love the game and I had a chance to be drafted while in college but that didn’t happen. After I wasn’t drafted my dad said, ‘What about umpire school?’ so I went and applied.

They accepted me and I spent six years umping in the minor leagues.”

He and his wife, Sherri, have a son and live in the St. Louis area. Kulpa enjoys golf, bowling, hockey and riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

McClellan was drafted by the Cardinals the same year he graduated from high school. He made his major league debut in 2008. While in high school, McClellan was a member of the National Honor Society and also played basketball and football. He was named to 1st Team All-Conference in 2001 and 2002. Also in 2002, he was the Suburban North Conference Player of the Year, and named to 1st Team All-State and 1st Team All-Metro. After being transferred to the Cardinals’ bullpen this summer, McClellan pitched in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. He and his wife, Bridget, live in the St. Louis area.

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MSU Program Debuts at Hazelwood East Middle School Designed for middle school students and their parents, the Hazelwood School District will offer an exciting new program called Middle School University (MSU). MSU begins November 10 at Hazelwood East Middle School, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Current fifth-grade students and their parents are also welcome to attend the program. A light dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and child care will be available.

MSU is an interactive program where parents and students will study, learn and have fun together. Parents will develop increased knowledge of the relationship between setting goals and ensuring a successful and positive educational future for their children. MSU will highlight the relationship between reading and children’s academic success.

Parents will give strength to their child’s journey and they will learn about enrichment programs and career explorations. MSU will establish a network of parents who share in the interest of their children’s education and future. Parents will

also gain knowledge of “life after middle school.”

The MSU program also links to a HSD Value – “We will commit to implementing innovative solutions while dismantling ideas that are no longer working for students.”

MSU courses are designed to help families prepare their students for education from middle school to college, trade or technical schools. Parents and guardians are invited to participate in such activities and classes as: • College tours • Build a student portfolio • Explore Careers • Finance College • Reading 101 – Real books before Facebook • High School Expectations MSU will assist parents to help their students become the best they can be and share in their children’s dreams for their future. To RSVP or for more information about MSU, please contact Audrey Wittenauer at 314.953.5190 or email her at awitt@hazelwoodschools.org

UMSL Composer’s Poetry-Inspired Score to Debut in Special Concert The premiere performance of “Incantata for Chamber Ensemble,” a musical score composed by Barbara Harbach and based on works by Irish poet Paul Muldoon, will take place at 3 p.m. Oct. 30 in the E. Desmond and Mary Ann Lee Theater at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center on the North Campus of the University of Missouri-St. Louis.

The concert is being presented by Women in the Arts at UMSL and Poetry Scores, a St. Louis-based arts organization dedicated to translating poetry into other media. It is free and open to the public.

Harbach’s score to “Incantata” will be performed by an eight-member chamber orchestra conducted

by James Richards, interim dean of College of Fine Arts and Communication at UMSL. The musicians are Paula Kasica (flute), Paul Garritson (clarinet), Donita Bauer (bassoon), Mary Schwartzwelder (horn), Paul Hecht (trumpet), Alla Voskoboynikova (piano), Jane Price (violin), Laura Reycraft (viola) and Marian Drake (cello). Sequenced around the four movements of the chamber piece, Eamonn Wall will perform Muldoon’s poem, an elegy for artist Mary Farl Powers.

Barbara Harbach is a professor of music at UMSL, and a composer, publisher and concert performer. Eamonn Wall is an Irish poet and professor of Irish literature at UMSL. Paul Muldoon is one of the most honored poets in the United States. He holds nine national awards for poetry, including the 2003 Pulitzer Prize for his book, “Moy Sand and Gravel.”

Muldoon is the Howard G.B. Clark '21 University Professor in the Humanities and a professor of creative writing and chair of the Lewis Center for the Arts at Princeton University in New Jersey. His poem “Incantata” was published in his book “The Annals of Chile,” published in 1994. The poem is both an elegy and a celebration of the late artist Mary Farl Powers.

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The Trick to Fewer Treats: Eight Ways for Cutting Back on the Candy This Halloween We’re well into October, which means that a gaggle of witches, ghosts, vampires, and more are about to descend on neighborhoods around the country. For kids, Halloween is a dream come true: the chance to dress up, stay out late, and – best of all – fill their bellies with candy. For parents, though, Halloween can seem like more of a trick than a treat. In the age of childhood obesity, it’s already a huge struggle to get our kids to live healthy lives; the last thing we need is to compete with a bag bursting with candy bars.

Relax – you don’t have to resign yourself to weeks of sticky fingers and chocolaty smudges as your children gorge on the wrong kinds of food. According to Sarah Stone, your family can enjoy this holiday without consuming ghoulish amounts of calories.

“If you’re the parent of an overweight child or adolescent – or even if you’re just interested in reducing the amount of sugar your kids consume – it’s natural to worry about Halloween candy and the effect it will have on your child,” says Stone, director of operations at MindStream Academy (www.mindstreamacademy.com), a co-ed health and wellness boarding school for teens who want to get fit, lose weight, build self-esteem, better manage stress, and take control over their health and wellness destinies.

So how can you keep your child from succumbing to the obvious health pitfalls during a candy-obsessed holiday like Halloween? Stone explains.

“One of the most important things to keep in mind is that keeping Halloween healthy can’t be about deprivation,”

she says. “If you keep your kids from candy altogether or are too tight-fisted when handing it out, your children’s desire to gobble it up will only intensify.

It’s the classic forbidden fruit principle. Instead, make Halloween about enjoying treats in moderation. Try to achieve a balance between candy, healthy foods, and activity.”

Unless you put your kids in a cave until candy corn has disappeared from store shelves, you can’t prevent them from wanting to indulge. But you can take the focus off of junk food while still enjoying this holiday! Here are eight tips: Infuse Halloween with some action. Leading an active lifestyle is at the heart of MindStream’s success formula. And while it’s a good idea to remain active year-round, place a special emphasis on exercise during the weeks leading up to Halloween in order to prepare for the extra calories that are on the horizon. Talk with your kids about how you can offset increased calorie consumption so that they make the connection.

And when the witching hour itself arrives, walk instead of ride while trick-or-treating.

Point out to your kids that being active doesn’t have to be “work” – in fact, it can be freakishly fun. Your kids can race from house to house, play flashlight tag while trick-or-treating, etc. (Make sure to wear tennis shoes!) And as the navigator, you can plan out a route with widely spaced houses in order to get in more walking and less candy.

“After the trick-or-treating buzz has faded, make it a rule that no one gets to consume candy calories without first

burning them,” suggests Stone.

“In order to eat a leftover treat, your kids will first have to play outside or participate in some other type of physical activity.

This is a great time for some family bonding time too – play a game of kickball together or get everyone rounded up for a lap or two around the neighborhood.”

Fuel up for trick-or-treating. In the midst of all of the costume-donning, face-painting hustle and bustle, don’t forget to eat dinner – a healthy one. You might consider preplanning a crock-pot roast or long-simmering soup that will be ready to eat when you need it so that you won’t have to divide your energy between the stove and your little ghost’s sheets. If your kids feel full while collecting candy, they’ll be less likely to overindulge.

“In fact, the MindStream FLOW program is designed to rekindle kids’ natural relationship with simple healthy eating,” Stone explains. “We work to change the way kids think about what they eat, and that’s something you can also work toward at home. When your kids fuel up on a hearty meal that they enjoy, they won’t be as tempted by the things that aren’t good for them, like candy.

“And even if your kids have eaten beforehand, be on the lookout for mindless munching while they’re going houseto-house,” she continues. “They will certainly overindulge this way. Don’t deprive them totally, though, or they’ll only want their newly acquired candy more. Allow them one or two small treats during or after trick-or-treating (after inspecting them for safety, of course!),

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and save the rest for later.”

Play up dress-up. As Halloween approaches – and during the evening of October 31st itself – build your kids’ excitement around things other than candy; namely, their costumes!

At least within your own house, you can make Halloween a holiday about dressing up, not about amassing a collection of candy. Let your children play an active role in choosing what they want to be, and if possible, spend time together working on a homemade costume. Remind them how much fun it will be to pretend that they’re saving the world, just like their favorite action hero, for example.

“When you focus on the dress-up aspect of Halloween, that’s what your child will be most likely to look forward to – not candy,” points out Stone.

“I’m not saying that a cool costume will overshadow all thoughts of candy, because it won’t. But it might just take the edge off your child’s plans to gorge on treats. Even after Halloween is gone, you can still encourage your kids to don their costumes and play – another fun way to encourage physical activity.”

Welcome the Great Pumpkin. We’ve all heard of the Great Pumpkin. According to Linus van Pelt from the beloved comic strip Peanuts, the Great Pumpkin rises from the “most sincere” pumpkin patch on Halloween night, then flies around the globe delivering toys to good boys and girls. You

can easily make this holiday figure a part of your family’s tradition and cut down on candy consumption in the process.

First, allow your kids to pick a few things from their bags after they get home from trick-or-treating. (Set a limit; for example, a maximum of 10 treats.) Then put the rest of the candy out for the Great Pumpkin. While your children sleep, he will visit your home and trade the candy for a game or toy they’ve been wanting.

“For older kids or teens, consider a ‘Great Pumpkin Prize List’ instead of a visit by the mythical gourd himself,” suggests Stone. “You can list several small items your child might want and assign a value to each. For example, turning in ten pieces of candy might earn a $5 iTunes gift card, and five pieces might be traded for an evening of TV privileges. Your children are still satisfied, and you can rest easy knowing that the candy is not going into their bellies.”

Don’t hold onto leftover candy. Whether you decide to welcome the Great Pumpkin or not, it’s not a good idea to let your kids hang onto their candy weeks after trick-or-treating is over. MindStream Registered Dietitian Peggy Smith says there are several strategies you can employ: • Consider letting your children have a few pieces of candy each night until it’s gone, as opposed to limiting them to one piece a day. Kids get so much candy at Halloween that if they eat one piece a night, they won’t run out until they get Christmas candy, then Valentine’s Day candy, then Easter candy. When treats never run out, your children will begin to think that it’s okay to indulge every day, in-

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October 26, 2011

USDA Grants Gov. Nixon’s Request for Disaster Declaration A request by Gov. Jay Nixon for a disaster designation for 101 Missouri counties which experienced severe drought during the 2011 growing season has been granted by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. This designation permits assistance from the USDA’s Farm Service Agency to farmers in those counties who have suffered losses to crops and property as a result of excessive heat and severe drought from July 1 to Aug. 30, as well as farmers in 10 contiguous counties and the City of St. Louis.

“Missouri has been hit hard this year by severe weather, including a devastating drought that hurt crop yields, damaged pastures, and dried up ponds and creeks across the state,” Gov. Nixon said.

“I’m glad that this declaration from the USDA will allow our farm families, who lost income because of these conditions, to access much needed assistance.”

The counties requested by the Governor and designated today by the USDA are Adair, Audrain, Barry, Barton, Bates, Benton, Bollinger, Boone, Butler, Caldwell, Callaway, Camden, Cape Girardeau, Carter, Cass, Cedar, Chariton, Christian, Clark, Clay, Cole, Cooper, Crawford, Dade, Dallas, Daviess, Dent, Douglas, Dunklin, Franklin, Gasconade, Gentry, Greene, Grundy, Harrison, Henry, Hickory, Howard, Howell, Jackson, Jasper, Jefferson, Johnson, Knox,

Laclede, Lafayette, Lawrence, Lewis, Lincoln, Linn, Livingston, McDonald, Macon, Madison, Maries, Marion, Mercer, Miller, Moniteau, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, Newton, Oregon, Osage, Ozark, Pemiscot, Perry, Pettis, Phelps, Pike, Platte, Polk, Pulaski, Putnam, Ralls, Randolph, Ray, Reynolds, Ripley, St. Charles, St. Clair, St. Francois, St. Louis, Saline, Schuyler, Scotland, Shannon, Shelby, Stoddard, Stone, Sullivan, Taney, Texas, Vernon, Warren, Washington, Wayne, Webster, Worth and Wright.

Primary disaster counties are those that lose at least 30 percent of the estimated yield of a single crop, or where individual farmers suffer production losses of more than 30 percent.

In addition, farmers in the contiguous counties of Andrew, Buchanan, Carroll, Clinton, DeKalb, Iron, New Madrid, Nodaway, Scott and Ste. Genevieve, as well as in the city of St. Louis, are eligible to apply for assistance.

A disaster designation allows eligible farmers to be considered for assistance from the USDA’s Farm Service Agency.

Farmers who qualify would receive FSA emergency loans or assistance from the federal Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments Program. Affected farmers can apply to FSA, which considers each application individually on its merits.

Arianna String Quartet to Perform ASQ: Plus Two for Annual Gala Concert The Arianna String Quartet (ASQ) will perform Plus Two for its annual gala concert on Friday, October 28, and share the stage with violist Lawrence Neuman and cellist Brant Taylor. The concert begins at 7 p.m. in the E. Desmond & Mary Ann Lee Theater.

Collaboration with these outstanding members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra allows ASQ to perform three string sextets, which Kurt Baldwin, ASQ cellist, said “creates a highly unusual program, unlike anything our audience would find anywhere else.”

The program includes: Brahms: String Sextet No.1 in B-flat Major, Op. 18; Brahms: String Sextet No.2 in G Major, Op. 36; and Tchaikovsky: String Sextet in D minor, Op. 70 “Souvenir de Florence.”

This program replaces the originally planned Razumovsky.

“When the opportunity to perform with these outstanding musicians presented itself,” commented Baldwin, “the quartet jumped at the prospect.”

This is the Arianna’s traditional gala concert, an unforgettable evening complete with two intermissions and a post-performance reception, featuring hors d’oeuvres and refreshments during each.

For this E3! performance, Explore – Experience – Engage, the quartet will begin each string sextet with a brief introduction and remarks. (This replaces the 50-minute, pre-concert talk.)

Tickets for ASQ: Plus Two are $33. They are on sale now at the Touhill Performing Arts Center Ticket Office; online at www. touhill.org; or by phone at 314.516.4949. The Touhill’s Ticket Office is located at One University Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63121.

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stead of only on holidays and special occasions. You might consider dividing the candy into Ziploc baggies, each containing an appropriate serving size.

Allow your child one bag to eat per day.

• It might seem wasteful, but it’s better to throw leftover candy away than to let it sit around as a temptation, or to struggle with your children each night about how much they’re allowed to eat.

• Take the leftover candy that your kids don’t choose to work or to other adult activities if you don’t want to waste it by throwing it away.

• Share leftover candy with the less fortunate. Your kids might donate treats to a local soup kitchen, for example, or include it in a Christmas box for a disadvantaged child. (The winter holidays might seem far away, but many charitable organizations begin collecting in November!)

“Choose the option – or options – that seem best for your family,” says Stone.

“And as your child’s candy supply begins to dwindle, be sure to have healthy alternatives around, like fresh fruit. Your kids will be less inclined to remember their Halloween haul than you think.”

Buy treats in a timely manner. Unless you want to be known as a Halloween Grinch, you probably won’t be able to get away with not buying any seasonal treats—so time your shopping trip well.

In other words, avoid buying candy too early or too late.

“If you bring home bags of candy bars several weeks in advance, your kids (and let’s face it, you) will be tempted to eat it all before the costumes even come out,”

points out Stone. “And avoid buying the half-price candy that goes on sale just before and after Halloween, too. Lots of people fall into the ‘it’s a good bargain’ trap, but remember, discounts don’t make food any healthier. The bottom line with sale items is: If you don’t have it, you won’t eat it.”

Attend an alternative bash. Many communities offer alternatives to traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating, such as parties, fall festivals, or “trunkor-treats.” If there’s nothing in your area, consider throwing your own bash, perhaps with the help of your friends and neighbors. You can set up Halloweenthemed games, offer pumpkin-carving, bob for apples, and hold costume contests, for example. And at the end of the night, you can provide all of the attendees with treat bags.

“At a party, your kids will be having fun all evening – but they won’t be collecting a new handful of candy every five minutes,” says Stone. “What’s not to love?”

Hand out healthy food. If a member of your family will be staying home to hand out your own treats to roving ghouls and goblins, pick a healthy option – or one that’s non-edible. Good choices include granola bars, trail mix, raisins, pretzel snack bags, Halloween pencils, key chains, stickers, etc.

“Remember, strive to have a Halloween that’s about moderation, not deprivation,” Stone concludes. “Not only will you be navigating this particular holiday in a healthy fashion, you’ll be setting the stage for a more balanced life.”

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Santa’s North Pole Dash Jingle all the way in Santa’s North Pole Dash and Children Snowman Shuffle! The first annual event, hosted by the St. Charles Chamber of Commerce, will be held Saturday, December 10 in historic St. Charles.

The 5K race is $30, and $35 if registered after October 31. No race-day registrations will be accepted. The deadline to register for the race is November 23. The 1-mile walk is $25, and $30 after October 31. The quarter-mile kids run is $15. The awards ceremony will be held in Berthold Square (on Main Street next to Lewis & Clark Restaurant) following the race. The awards are medals that may be used as a Christmas ornament.

Awards will be given in the following categories: Children ages 3-5, 6-8, and 9-11; adult age groups and overall men and women.

Santa's North Pole Dash and Children's Snowman Shuffle is a fundraiser for the St. Charles Chamber.

Money raised will be used to help support the organi-

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zation’s operations.

The St. Charles Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the Semper Fi Society of St. Louis will collect toys on race day for the Toys for Tots campaign. Runners and the public at large are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation to Toys for Tots. All kids deserve to receive a gift from Santa.

There’s more to Santa’s North Pole Dash than just the race. Runners are invited to some post-race fun with the purchase of the Holiday Spirits bracelet. The bracelet is $10 ($30 for the bracelet and the Santa outfit – a long-sleeved moisture-wicking Santa shirt, a hat, and a beard). Purchase a Holiday Spirit bracelet and enjoy three complimentary beverages. Bracelets may be used for select alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at participating pubs and restaurants. Participating businesses will be required to verify age/ ID when redeeming tabs.

St. Charles Chamber volunteers are visiting local member retail shops and restaurants to encourage specials for anyone wearing a Santa costume on December 10.

Establishments will be listed in a brochure and will be encouraged to post a sign provided by the Chamber stating “Santa Shops Here.” This will be a one-day event on the day of the race only.

Following the race, Christmas Traditions characters will roam Main Street. This is your chance to get your picture taken with Scrooge, the Sugar Plum Fairy, or any of the other characters.

There are only 1500 costumes available, so register today by visiting www.stcharleschamber.org/santadash.

The St. Charles Chamber of Commerce is a 501 (c) 6 nonprofit organization whose mission is: To represent, support, and promote our members by educating, communicating, and fostering opportunities for the economic prosperity of business; fostering member relationships by providing networking opportunities; and advocating for the betterment of our community.

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Remington’s, 302 N. Main Riverside Sweets, 416 S. Main Rock Paper Scissors, 833 S. Main Sage Books, 1128 N. 2nd St. (F) Savvy Settings, 412 Booneslick Rd. Scentchips, 904 N. Main Schmang’s on Main, 814 S. Main Second Street Beads, 815 N. 2nd St. (F) Seve’s Boutique, 201 S. Main Silks & Treasures, 319 S. Main Silver City/Lewis & Clark Jewelers, 724 S. Main Steel Shop Tennis Club, 900 N. Main (F) Stitches, Etc., 341. S. Main String Along With Me, 625 S. Main Studio 524, 524 S. Main Thistle & Clover, 407 S. Main Thro’s - Michelle’s Clothing, 229 N. Main Through The Looking Glass, 329 S. Main The Tintypery, 510 S. Main Used Jewelry Buyer, 122 N. Main Vintage Resale & More, 1218 2nd St. (F) Walters Jewelry, 230 N. Main Wedding Gallery, 801 N. 2nd St. (F) White Traditions Bridal House 827 N. Second Street (F)

To Frenchtown and North St. Charles City Businesses

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2nd Street Bike Stop, 1325 N. 2nd (F) Baha Rock Club, 305 N. Main Banquet Center of the Little Hills, 111 Transit St. (F) Beef Eaters Restaurant, 111 Transit St. (F) Big A’s On The Riverfront, 308 N. Main Braddens, 515 S. Main City Club, 300 S. Main Cobblestones Restaurant, 140 N. Main

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Decarlo’s On the Rocks, 335 N. Main Frankie Tocco’s Pizzeria, 108 S. Main Garden Cafe Ala Fleur, 524 S. Main Ham’s Deli, 105 N. Main J. Noto Fine Italian Confections, 336 S. Main Lewis & Clark’s Restaurant, 217 S. Main Little Hills Restaurant, 501 S. Main Lloyd & Harry’s Bar & Grill, 208 N. Main

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Llwelyn’s Pub, 100 N. Main Magpie Cafe, 903 S. Main Main Street Bistro, 212 N. Main Mother-In-Law House, 500 S. Main Muddy Waters on Main, 143 N. Main Old Mill Stream Inn, 912 S. Main The Popcorn Shoppe & Corner Candy, 409 S. Main Picasso’s Coffee, 101 N. Main

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Quintessential Rest. & Night Club, 149 N. Main R.T. Weilers Food & Spirits, 201 N. Main River Bluff Cafe (Heart of St Charles Banquet Center), 1410 S. 5th Street Rumple’s Pub, 221 N. Main Sky Lounge Bar & Grill, 311 N. Main Talayna’s World Class Pizza, 340 N. Main Tony’s on Main Street, 132-136 N. Main

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Trailhead Brewing Co., 921 S. Riverside Tuners Restaurant & Bar, 130 S. Main Uncle Joe’s Bat & Grill, 204 N. Main Undertow, 142 N. Main The Vine, 325 S. Main Vivian’s Vineyards, 1409 N. Second St.

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Calendar of Events Quilt National 2011 Through November 4 at the Foundry Art Centre, 520 North Main Center, St. Charles. This is a juried exhibit dedicated to showcasing artists whose fiber work deviated from the traditional definitions of "quilt.” $5. Info: foundryartcentre.org.

Halloween Spooktacular October 30 at Memorial Hall at Blanchette Park on Randolph Street. Friendly ghosts, howling goblins and YOU are invited to be guests at the Free Halloween Party sponsored by St. Charles Parks Department.

For ages 3-12 years and their families from 6-8pm on Sunday, October 30. The Boys & Girls Club will offer a Haunted House that evening at their club in Blanchette Park. Info: stcharlesparks.com Trick or Treat on Main October 31 from 3 to 5 p.m. at various businesses along Main Street. For costumed children ages 12 and younger.

Halloween Children’s Theatre October 31 on the Jaycee Stage in Frontier Park. Immediately following Trick or Treat on Main (around 5:15pm), free event. After the children Trick or Treat on Main head down to Frontier Park for a 30-minute production of "Hero's Journey to Save Halloween".

Follow the tale of Storyteller, as she relies on the guidance and direction of the audience, to tell the tale of Hero and how he saved Halloween. Storyteller, and the audience, must get Hero to follow the classic structure found in most literature of a path all heroes must take to be successful. Along the way, this madcap, manic comedy illustrates character lessons in friendship, integrity, and personal responsibility.

A Fall Festival of Trivia November 5 at 7 p.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Parish, 601 North Fourth Street, St. Charles. Sponsored by Miles Against Melanoma. $160 for table of 8 adults includes trivia, beer, soda and light snacks. Register at 636.294.3474.

Veterans Day Ceremony November 11 at 11 a.m., St. Charles County Courthouse on North Second Street.

Rendezvous in St. Charles Concert Series November 13 features Dr. Mason’s Aeolian Minstrels. Free, but first come, first served. 7:30 p.m. at Boone’s Colonial Inn, 322 South Main. Info: rendezvousinstcharles.com/concerts.

Christmas Traditions November 25 – December 24 in Historic St. Charles.

Join us for this Holiday Celebration with Santas, carolers, white lights and greenery along Historic Main Street. Check website for details at stcharleschristmas. com.

Trains on Main November 25 – December 24 at the North Main Train Station, 222 North Main in St. Charles. Train lay-out depicts a Victorian winter scene, Circus scene, Katy coal train, Union Pacific Big Boy, Polar Express and much more. Admission $2 adults / 3-12 years $1.

Wednesdays & Fridays 6:30 – 9 p.m.; Saturdays 11 a.m.

– 9 p.m.; Sundays 12 – 5 p.m. and December 24 11 a.m.

– 2 p.m. Info: frenchtownmuseum.net.

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Learn & Play

October 26, 2011

Courageous Story of WWII Vet Some books are so unforgettable that they become part of you – like old friends. It’s magical when that happens, and a true gift to the reader.

“Unbroken, A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption” is such a book.

The idea for this true story materialized when author Laura Hillenbrand was finishing “Seabiscuit: An American Legend,” a bestseller that caught the public by storm and remains a favorite of many.

“I felt certain that I would never again find a subject that fascinated me as did the Depression-era racehorse and the team of men who campaigned him,” Hillenbrand writes. “When I had my first conversation with Louie Zamperini, I changed my mind.”

In some 75 interviews with Zamperini, and years of extensive research, Hillenbrand has captured the spirit of the still-vibrant 92-yearold veteran. During World War II, Zamperini survived 40-plus days lost at sea, clinging to life on a raft, after his plane crashed on a search mission in the Pacific.

Starving and near death, Zamperini and the plane’s pilot, Allen Phillips, battled sharks, weathered a typhoon, and strafing from a Japanese plane before being plucked out of the sea by the enemy.

For the remainder of the war, the once-Olympic hopeful, endured incredible mistreatment as a prisoner of war. For reasons unknown to him, Zamperini became the personal whipping boy of “Bird,” a cruel, manipulative Japanese officer who beat and humiliated him without mercy. After the war, the memory of “Bird” continued to haunt Zamperini, who eventually was able to make peace with his wartime experiences.

There aren’t enough superlatives available to laud this amazing book; Hillenbrand’s story is flawless and is sure to capture the hearts of readers around the world, just as it has mine.

SUDOKU:

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

See solution on page 21

Word of the week: moot [moot]adjective 1. open to discussion or debate; debatable; doubtful: a moot point.

Learn a Language: Candy

Costume

Pumpkin

Spanish: caramelo

Spanish: traje

Spanish: calabaza

French: bonbons

French: costume

French: citrouille

German: Süßigkeiten

German: Kostüm

German: Kürbis

Polish: cukierek

Polish: kostium

Polish: dynia

Russian: конфеты

Russian: костюм

Russian: тыква

Italian: caramella

Italian: costume

Italian: zucca

Greek: καραμέλα

Greek: στολή

Greek: κολοκύθι

2. of little or no practical value or meaning; purely academic.

3. Chiefly Law. not actual; theoretical; hypothetical.

verb (used with object)

4. to present or introduce (any point, subject, project, etc.) for discussion.

5. to reduce or remove the practical significance of; make purely theoretical or academic.

6. Archaic. to argue (a case), especially in a mock court.

Free Nature Journaling Workshops Take Place at the Old Courthouse “Doodling, sketching and fun” is on the agenda for these free workshops. Using paintings of national parks on display at the Old Courthouse and objects from nature, participants will learn how to gather visual information and create their own nature journal.

Observation and recording of information, not artistic skill is what is important in creating these journals. After the workshop, participants will leave with a better understanding, awareness, and enjoyment of nature around them. Naturalist Pat Burrell-Standley will lead the workshops. She is a volunteer for Missouri Department of Conservation and the program at the park is presented in partnership with MDC. The workshops will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, November 5, and from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 6.

These free programs are offered in conjunction with the Paint the Parks exhibit currently on display at the Old Courthouse. Reservations are required. Call 314.655.1615. The program is open to adults and families (children ages 10 and up).

Movie

October 26, 2011

“Footloose” In 1984, a little film called “Footloose” snuck onto movie screens, capitalizing on the 1980’s dance movie craze and, in the process, turned Kevin Bacon a pop culture icon.

Twenty-seven years later, “Footloose” has been updated for a new generation, complete with shots of kids breaking and crunking to modern music. Unfortunately, director Craig Brewer brings nothing new to a film that is little more than a shot-for-shot remake of the original.

Brewer does, however, open the story with the tragic traffic accident that claimed the lives of five high school students. The original film only spoke of this incident in the past tense, but Brewer includes it in extremely graphic detail.

Kenny Wormald takes over the role of Ren MacCormack, the big city kid who comes to live with relatives in Bomont.

Ren thinks the laws against public dancing and loud music are a joke, but he learns the hard truth soon enough.

Ren also runs afoul of Ariel Moore (Julianne Hough), the pretty and rebellious preacher’s daughter. Like her 1980’s predecessor, this Ariel plays high school games, using Ren to make her older boyfriend jealous and drive her daddy crazy.

Wormald and Hough certainly have the moves and the skills, but this “Footloose” is a bad idea from start to finish.

If you are going to remake a movie, go for broke and really do a remake instead of using the original film as a blueprint.

By Steve Bryan

Community News

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Director Brewer thinks he can sell the film by including the VW bug from the original as well as Kevin Bacon’s outrageous prom outfit from 1984.

Wormald even recreates Bacon’s “I’m so mad at the world that I am going to drive to a warehouse and dance” segment with extremely comic results.

In many ways, the “Footloose” remake also is a slap in the face to the memory of the late Chris Penn, the character actor who originated the role of goodhearted Willard. Penn had some of the best lines in the original, but his successor, Miles Teller, is just a skinny shadow of Penn’s original performance.

Dennis Quaid also has a tough time filling the starched collar of Reverend Shaw Moore, the fire and brimstone preacher created by John Lithgow.

Quaid’s preacher man doesn’t quite bring the same spirit and fire that Lithgow did.

Overall, the effort to recreate “Footloose” is like trying to duplicate the recipe of a master chef. The final dish may look close to the original, but the taste is way off base.

“Footloose,” rated PG-13 for some teen drug and alcohol use, sexual content, violence and language, currently is playing in theaters.

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Editorial

October 26, 2011

“Over the Fence”

Lady Luck Sneezed My young friend, John B., was a great high-tech locksmith.

In fact, he was so good he had few peers. I doubt I’ve ever seen another human being with so much mechanical talent and as good with his hands as John.

I often teased him about being my adopted brat since I’m old enough to be his father. We had become friends years before and he sometimes called for advice about this and that. John was a worrywart and was often bothered by the usual pettiness and infighting we all find in our jobs at times. Some of his associates were extremely jealous of John because he was better and faster at his job.

Poor management probably added to it. He worked for the St. Louis City School District at the time.

I eventually growled, “Quit and go get a real job if you really hate working there that much.” He finally took my blunt advice and was immediately hired by a private company. He did well.

His wife and two daughters are delightful, loving people and this little family is what living in America is supposed to be all about.

On John‘s 40th birthday, he was hospitalized for a burst brain aneurism. One of the best brain surgeons around repaired it and his family apprehensively waited for him to awake from a coma…if ever. A month later, he finally did. He had lost some memory and had a few other side effects but he was alive. He was considered a miracle by hospital personnel.

Over time and much therapy, John recovered enough to return to work. The company was glad to have him back, although the usual liability made them nervous. The part of John’s skull that was removed for surgical access was healing

slowly as they do in these cases, or so I’m told. It made me nervous, too.

A few months later John leaned down to pick up some gear on a dock. While bent over, he suddenly blacked out. He fell on the same side of his head where that portion of his skull was slowly healing. After more hospital treatment, it was determined John will never again be able to work, drive a car or do much of anything. The risk of another blackout is too great. We’re told there is nothing to be done. The brain is still one of Mother Nature’s greatest mysteries.

His health insurance has finally run out. His parents forked over heavy cash for another month even though they can’t really afford it. His wife is a parochial school teacher and his 16 year-old daughter is working after school. They’re trying desperately to hang on to their small house in St. Charles.

The red tape and hassle in dealing with Social Security in these matters is intensely exasperating. They seem to think John could work in a fast food flipping hamburgers. Yet his doctors advise against John doing anything at all in case of another blackout and a subsequent fall. Since they advise against allowing him to drive, he can’t even get to a job much less work. Considering the liability, it’s doubtful that an employer would hire him anyway.

Whenever I hear someone complaining about health care for the masses or the fact that everyone wants it but nobody wants to pay for it, I think of John and his loving family. He was like many other working folks…until lady luck turned her head and sneezed.

“Talent and intelligence never yet inoculated anyone against the caprice of the fates.” J. K. Rowling, 2008-

Motorists Should be Alert for Deer Near Roadways Fall landscape changes and the rutting season prompt increased deer activity White-tailed deer are on the move as autumn progresses, and that includes crossing highways. Drivers can take steps to reduce the chances of deer-vehicle accidents.

Deer encounters near roads increase in late October because the cooler weather makes them more active and there is disturbance in their regular haunts as farmers harvest crops, said Joe DeBold, urban wildlife biologist for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC). He added that as autumn foliage falls to the ground, deer are prompted to look for new hiding places.

“Then the peak season for deer movement usually occurs around the first three weeks of November during the rut, or breeding season,” DeBold said. “These changes increase the chances that deer may dart in

front of moving vehicles.”

He noted that deer are most active during evening, dusk and dawn hours.

“Drivers should be alert, slow down and drive cautiously,” DeBold said, “especially when driving through wooded or rural areas. Keep an eye on the shoulders, ditches and field edges. Often deer can be seen feeding or waiting to cross a road. Sometimes they try to dart across a road as a vehicle approaches. Be especially alert on roadways posted with deer crossing signs.”

Motorists should use high-beam headlights at night when possible for a wider field of vision. “Watch for deer silhouettes or eyes glowing in the headlights,” he advised. “When one deer is spotted, more are often close behind.”

Slowing down is the best defense. If a deer does dart

By Bill Graham, MDC

into the road, avoid panic braking or swerving, which can cause accidents.

Rural areas are not the only place where deer-vehicle strikes occur. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, in 2010, almost one-third of the traffic crashes involving deer happened in urban areas.

“If a vehicle does strike a deer, the motorist should immediately call 911 and report any injuries and the location of the accident,” DeBold said. “If the deer is still alive, the driver should wait for law enforcement personnel to arrive at the scene.”

He added that any motorist wanting to keep the meat, hide or antlers from a deer killed on the highway must contact a conservation agent in the county where the accident occurred and request a disposition form before taking the deer into possession.

Insurance Department Offers Assistance During Medicare Open Enrollment Free counseling available from CLAIM program With open enrollment for the Medicare prescription drug plan a month earlier than in previous years, the

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Missouri Department of Insurance is reminding consumers that it offers a free service to help them choose the Medicare plan that best fits their needs.

The CLAIM program, funded by the department and Medicare, offers free, expert advice to Missourians on Medicare or their loved ones. Consumers can ask questions by phone or arrange one-on-one counseling by calling 800.390.3330 or visiting missouriclaim.org Open enrollment, which began October 15 and runs through December 7, is a good time for Missourians to review their current plans, make certain changes or choose other plans that best suit their needs. The first day of open enrollment for Medicare Advantage and Medicare drug plans is one month earlier than its traditional start of November 15.

"The CLAIM program is an ideal option

for Missourians who are searching for the right plan for them when it comes to Medicare coverage," said John M. Huff, director of the Missouri Department of Insurance. "The program has highly trained counselors who help consumers with what can be difficult and often complex decisions."

CLAIM will be hosting free events throughout Missouri during the open enrollment period. Consumers are invited to attend and get their Medicare questions answered by skilled counselors. A list of events is available by calling CLAIM or visiting missouriclaim.org.

CLAIM can also help consumers determine whether they qualify for federal or state help in paying for prescription drugs on a limited income. Medicare offers the Extra Help program, and the state offers the MoRx program.

Huff also wants to remind seniors, health care providers and others to be cautious of unscrupulous salespeople during the open enrollment period. Huff, along with a Medicare official, sent out a letter last month to home health workers across the state asking them to report insurance agents and other salespeople who violate Medicare solicitation rules.

The letter also provided a list of acceptable and forbidden sales practices for agents selling Medicare.

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Raise a hero during Red Ribbon Week This week is Red Ribbon Week across the country.

I’m not sure what the middle schools and high schools do to drive the point home, but our kids are 16, 17 and 18…Red Ribbon Week and its message are more important than ever. Elementary schools, thankfully, planted the drug-free lifestyle early. I’ll never forget Michael’s first experience with Red Ribbon Week. He was 7 years old, and talked of nothing else at the dinner table. That night, he whispered from his bedroom.

“Mommy I forgot!”

“Forgot what, sweetie?”

“We have to wear wed (red to those of you who haven’t had the Elmer Fudd experience) to school tomorrow. It’s wed wibbon week!” he exclaimed.

I feigned ignorance.

“What is red ribbon week?” I asked Christopher, a year older (and wiser according to him), sat up in bed. (He’s real good at faking sleep… this time I caught him.)

“That’s where we say no to drugs and beerd,” he proudly recited.

Beerd? What the heck was beerd? Oh! Beer. He

meant beer.

“We have to write our name on a pledge and promise not to take drugs or … or, what else Michael?”

“Alcohol!” shrieked Michael.

To put their minds at ease, I found two red sweatshirts and laid them out on their dressers for the next day. Satisfied, the boys chatted for a few more minutes about Red Ribbon Week and then fell off to sleep.

As I laid down that night, I said a little prayer that my children would carry this very same attitude throughout their adolescent and adult lives. It’s going to take more than signing a pledge sheet and wearing red, I know, but this is a good start. My husband, Jim, and I are excellent role models in this department. I’m not saying we led perfect teenage lives, but we have always been drug free. I wonder what other positive figures will be around when our children look to emulate?

Hero worshiping. We all do it, and consciously or not, we pass it on to our children. Personally, I’d follow Bobby Bowden (former head football coach of the Florida State Seminoles) just about anywhere. A word

of caution, though. Sports idols seem to fall from grace quicker than they rise to fame. But hold on, sports fans, we’re not the only ones who are being let down by these so-called heroes.

Then there are entertainers. Singers who allegedly shoot people and somehow manage to escape jail time, teen idols who flaunt every inch of skin whenever a camera appears, and actors who cannot control their tempers or drug habits – they are in the news and on posters in our children’s rooms.

Political hero-worshippers have seen their fair share of heartache, too. In our house, Red Ribbon Week took precedence over that other holiday in October (no, I’m not talking about Columbus Day). The candy might last for a week (not even that long if I go off my diet!), but the lessons learned and values passed on during Red Ribbon Week can, with persistence, last a lifetime. And as far as heroes go, I’d rather raise one than worship someone else’s definition of the word.

Recipe: (Family Features) Vampires Invade! It’s fright night! Vampire-themed goodies cast a spooky spell on ghoulish guests this Halloween. To charm your gathering long past dawn, entertaining experts from Wilton recommend serving an array of lip-smacking snacks and a sip of “blood red” Strawberry Cooler. These supernatural recipe sensations are sure to summon vampires of all ages to enjoy your devilishly delicious treats ... and maybe a few tricks.

Vicious-Delicious Vampire Cake: Makes about 16 servings - Pound Cake (recipe available at www.wilton.com) - Dimensions 3-D Skull Pan - Buttercream icing - Black Icing Color - Red Sparkle Gel - Black string licorice 1. Prepare pound cake in Skull Pan following recipe instructions. Cool completely. Assemble skull halves, attaching with icing, on cake board or serving plate.

2. Tint small amount of icing black with icing color.

Tint remainder of icing gray with small amount of black icing color.

3. Fill in indented mouth and eye area with black icing; smooth with finger dipped in cornstarch.

Build up cheeks and nose with gray tinted icing.

Cover skull with tip 18 gray stars. Add tip 8 black outline eyebrows. Pipe tip 5 white teeth, fangs and eye highlights. Add red Sparkle Gel lips. Insert licorice for hair.

Vampire Fang Cookies: Makes about 2 dozen cookies - Roll-Out Cookie Dough (recipe available at www.wilton.com) - Lips Comfort-Grip Cutter - Royal icing - Black Icing Color - Red Icing Color - White spice drops - Granulated sugar - White candy-coated gum pieces - Red Sparkle Gel 1. Prepare and roll out cookie dough. Cut cookies using Lips Comfort-Grip Cutter. Bake and cool.

2. Tint royal icing black and red. Use tip 8 and outline lips with red royal icing; fill in with tip 3 black icing; pat smooth with finger dipped in cornstarch.

Roll out spice drops on surface sprinkled with granulated sugar; cut into triangles for fangs. Arrange gum “teeth” and spice drop fangs. Overpipe red lips with red Sparkle Gel. Fright Nite Cupcakes: Each serves 1 - Favorite cupcake recipe or mix - Buttercream icing - Knife Royal Icing Decorations - Red Decorating Gel 1. Bake favorite cupcakes in Halloween baking cups. Cool completely. Spatula ice cupcake top. Insert knife icing decoration; add red decorating gel.

Vampire’s Bite Cupcakes: Each serves 1 - Favorite cupcake recipe or mix

- Take A Bite Mark baking cups - Buttercream icing - Red Decorating Gel - Red Colored Sugar 1. Bake favorite cupcakes in Take A Bite Mark baking cups. Cool completely. Pipe tip 22 white buttercream swirl on cupcake top. Add red decorating gel to cut area on baking cup. Sprinkle with red colored sugar.

Freaky Fingers Strawberry Cooler: Make about 6-1/2 cups - 1 package (16 ounces) frozen strawberries with no sugar added, thawed but still cool - 1 package (.14 ounce) unsweetened strawberry soft drink mix - 4 cups water - 1-1/2 cups lemon-lime soda - 1/3 cup granulated sugar Freaky Fingers Candy Straws (see below) 1. In the bowl of food processor, pulse frozen strawberries until completely pureed. Strain strawberries to remove seeds.

2. In large pitcher, combine strawberry puree, soft drink mix, water, lemon-lime soda and sugar; stir until sugar dissolves. Pour into glasses; add ice, if desired, and Freaky Fingers Candy Straws. To drink, bite end from finger candy and sip.

Freaky Fingers Candy Straws: Makes 6 fingers per mold - White Candy Melts - Skeleton Fingers Pretzel Mold - Drinking straws 1. Melt Candy Melts following package instructions; pour into Skeleton Fingers Mold. Insert drinking straw where pretzel fits in mold; rotate straw to cover with melted candy. Refrigerate until set, about 15 minutes. Remove from mold.

Werewolves Are on the Prowl! To raise a few hairs at your Halloween bash, add a collection of werewolf treats that are sure to satisfy your hungry pack. Party guests will be digging their fangs into Wickedly Wonderful Werewolf Pops and Werewolf Furry Finger Cookies. So bring your appetite because the Wilton Test Kitchen has baked up a cauldron of confections for this spooky season ... take a bite.

Wickedly Wonderful Werewolf Pops: Makes about 8 pops - Round Cookie Pop Pan - 2 tablespoons margarine or butter - 2 cups miniature marshmallows - 3 cups crisp chocolate-coated rice cereal - 8 8-inch Cookie Sticks - Dark Cocoa Candy Melts - Yellow Candy Melts - Brown candy-coated chocolates - Candy corn 1. Spray Round Cookie Pop Pan and spatula or wooden spoon with vegetable pan spray.

2. In large microwave-safe bowl, melt margarine and marshmallows together; stir to combine. Add cereal; stir until well coated. Press into prepared pan, leaving top edge uneven. Insert Cookie Sticks.

Let cool; remove from pan. Repeat with remaining cereal mixture, reheating mixture in microwave if

needed to make it easier to work with. Reserve any leftover cereal.

3. With knife, cut dark cocoa Candy Melts into fourths; with melted candy, attach 2 to the top of each pop, pointed side up, for ears. Cut 1/4 off yellow Candy Melts; attach 2 larger pieces with melted candy for eyes. Attach candy-coated chocolate pupils and nose. Cut pointed end from candy corn; attach for teeth with melted candy. Add additional small pieces of cereal mixture for eyebrows. Arrange pops in seasonal container.

Frightfully Fun Werewolf Cake: Makes about 16 servings - Pound Cake (recipe available at www.wilton.com) - 3-D Cuddly Bear Set - White Rolled Fondant - 2 dowel rods - Chocolate Buttercream Icing (recipe available at www.wilton.com) - Rotary Cutter - 2 each Bright Green and Purple Sugar Sheets!

Edible Decorating Paper - Piping Gel (optional) - 1 each Bright Yellow, Light Pink, White and Black Sugar Sheets! Edible Decorating Paper - Flaked coconut - Brown and Black Icing Color 1. Bake and cool pound cake recipe in 3-D Cuddly Bear baking pan following pan instructions. Cool completely. Roll two 3 inch x 1-1/4-inch fondant logs; insert dowel rods, leaving 2 inches of dowel rod exposed. Insert into cake for arms.

2. Spatula ice cake and arms with chocolate buttercream icing, building up ears to a point at top of head. With Rotary Cutter, cut two purple shirt shapes and two green pants shapes from Sugar Sheets! Attach to front and back of bear, wrapping around to meet, using piping gel, if desired. Cut out pink triangles for ears, yellow eyes, black circle pupils and nose, black mouth and white triangle fangs; attach.

3. Tint coconut with brown and black icing color; press into icing for fur. Tint small amount of chocolate icing black; add tip 22 pull-out star claws on ends of arms.

Werewolf Furry Finger Cookies: Makes about 3 dozen cookies - Finger Cookie Pan - 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened - 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar - 1 egg - 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract - 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional) - 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour - 1 teaspoon salt - 3 tablespoons cocoa powder - Flaked coconut - Brown Icing Color - Black spice drops 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray Finger Cookie Pan cavities with vegetable pan spray.

2. In large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer at medium speed until well blended.

Beat in egg and extracts; mix well. Combine flour, salt and cocoa powder; add to butter mixture. Beat until well blended. Press dough into prepared pan

Clockwise from upper left: Vicious-Delicious Vampire Cake, Freaky Fingers Candy Straws, Freaky Fingers Strawberry Cooler, Fright Nite Cupcakes, Vampire Fang Cookies and Vampire’s Bite Cupcakes

Clockwise from upper left: Wickedly Wonderful Werewolf Pops, Frightfully Fun Werewolf Cake and Werewolf Furry Finger Cookies cavities, filling 2/3 full.

3. Bake 9 to 10 minutes or until light brown around edges. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Turn pan over; lightly tap pan to remove cookies. Cool completely on cooling grid.

4. In resealable plastic bag, place coconut with icing color; knead until color is evenly blended. Dry on parchment or waxed paper. Attach in small

clumps on cooled cookies with melted candy. Roll out spice drops on surface sprinkled with granulated sugar; cut into fingernail shapes. Attach to cookies with melted candy.

For additional Halloween ideas and directions for making all your vampire and werewolf goodies, go to www.wilton.com.

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Sports You See... With Gary B. World Series Heading Back to St. Louis Ups And Downs Over The Past Week Two St. Louis professional teams headed to the state of Texas Sunday in anticipation of notching victories, neither succeeded. The football Rams (more about them later in this article) and baseball Cardinals on different ends of the spectrum of sports hit a snag in their goals.

After the Cards had a blow out win on Saturday 167, they could only muster up two hits Sunday as the Texas Rangers took a 4-0 victory and tied the series 2-2. (This writing went to press Monday morning) One positive point is that the St. Louis area will be guaranteed one maybe two games later this week. ~~~Exciting Lindenwood Women’s Ice Hockey Home-Opener Lady Lions The Lady Lions have gotten off to a rough start in their 2011-2012 transition season. Facing off against many tough competitors, Lindenwood will compete with some of the best teams in their 2012-2013 conference, College Hockey America. Although their first loss came to No. 1 ranked powerhouse Wisconsin, the Lady Lions have been able to gain experience against Robert Morris, Minnesota State-Mankato and Colgate.

The Lindenwood women’s ice hockey team will host future CHA competitor Mercyhurst College in its home opener on October 28 and 29 at the Lindenwood Ice Arena in Wentzville, MO. Game time on Friday is at 7 p.m. and Saturday’s contest is at noon. ~~~Thanks to Matthew Schmack, Graduate Assistant-Sports Information-Lindenwood University for the article

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Ram Slide Continues Rams 7 - Cowboys 34 Hopefully this weekend the St. Louis Rams will be able to turn it around in front of their fans with the New Orleans Saints coming to town. The team needs a big shake up to start going in the right direction.

Very few highlights from the game exist but here we go: - RB Steven Jackson tallied a 6-yard touchdown run in the second quarter. The play was set-up by a 40-yard run by Jackson on the previous play. The touchdown run is his second of the season and 49th in his career.

- Jackson now has 57 total career touchdowns (49 rushing, 8 receiving). He needs one more touchdown to tie QB Eric Dickerson (58) for fourth on the Ram’s all-time scoring list.

- Jackson also brought in four passes to bring his career total to 339 and put him one catch behind Jack Snow (340) for seventh on the Rams’ all-time career receptions list.

- The turnover marks the Rams’ 12th consecutive game in which St. Louis has recorded at least one takeaway. The fourth-longest active streak in the NFL. - WR Brandon Lloyd made his Rams debut, tallying his first start and hauling in his first catch on a 12-yard pass from Feeley in the first quarter.

NEXT RAMS HOME GAMES: October 30: Noon, against the New Orleans Saints November 20: 3:05 p.m., against the Seattle Seahawks November 27: Noon, against the Arizona Cardinals Check the latest news at www.stlouisrams.com ~~~No better time than the present

Budweiser Guns ‘N Hoses Are you ready for some boxing? The 25th Budweiser Guns ‘N Hoses event will be held Thanksgiving Eve, Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at the Scottrade Center. Tickets range from $10 to $30 and are available through the Scottrade Center Box Office, or online at www.scottradecenter.com and www.ticketmaster.com. You may also purchase a ticket by phone at 800.745.3000.

Those unable to attend Budweiser Guns 'N Hoses can support the event and The BackStoppers by sending a donation to: Budweiser Guns 'N Hoses, 148 Oakside Lane,

St. Louis, MO 63122.

Budweiser Guns 'N Hoses features three-round boxing matches between area police officers and firefighters to raised money for The BackStoppers – the organization that provides immediate financial aid and long-term financial and other support to the families of police officers and firefighters who lose their lives in the line of duty.

Grey Eagle Distributors and Budweiser have been title sponsors of Guns ‘N Hoses since the event began in 1987. The first event only raised a few thousand dollars but from that low-key start, Budweiser Guns ‘N Hoses

has grown into one of the premier fund-raisers in the St. Louis area, drawing near-capacity crowds while raising $3 million for The BackStoppers.

Jerry Clinton, the former owner of Grey Eagle, created the event and it was co-founded by Clinton and the late Myrl Taylor, the undisputed "Father" of amateur boxing in St. Louis. Budweiser Guns ‘N Hoses is organized and presented by the St. Louis Guns ‘N Hoses Boxing Association, a 501(c)(3) IRS designated nonprofit charity. The organization’s sole purpose is to raise funds for The BackStoppers.

Season Opens November 11th for St. Louis Curling Club Every four years television viewers around the world are fixed to their screens taking in the most curious sport of the Olympic Winter Games. Local curling fans need not set their DVRs for Sochi 2014 to see their favorite teams sweeping the ice. The St. Louis Curling Club is open for play at the U.S. Ice Sports Complex in Fairview Heights, Ill.

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Friday nights at 6:45 p.m., beginning November 11, the U.S. Ice Sports Complex and the St. Louis Curling Club will offer lessons in stone throwing (delivery), sweeping and most importantly, how to stay standing on the ice. Leagues are forming now, but you don’t have to join a team to join in the fun.

“Curling is a very social sport," said Nancy Rogers, St. Louis Curling Club president. “We’ll cover the basics during our Friday night lessons and introduce new fans to the sport.

You can learn how to play in an hour and then spend the rest of your life perfecting the game.”

Curling is a game of strategy, often com-

pared to chess. Two teams of four are pitted against each other as they maneuver 42 pounds of solid granite across the ice and onto a bull’s-eye target using brooms to scrub the ice to keep the rock from veering off course. A game is made up of 10 ends (like innings). An end consists of each member of both teams shooting two stones across the ice. For each stone closer to the center of the target than any of the opponent’s, one point is scored.

For scheduling and registration information for a Learn to Curl class, pick-up game or joining the league, visit the U.S. Ice Sports Complex website, www.usicesports.com or call 618.398.4600 ex. 109. Class sizes are limited and no prior experience or equipment is necessary. The St. Louis Curling Club is a member of the United States Curling Association. www.IAFF2665.org

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WOMEN’S HEALTH: Breast Self-Awareness Saves Lives Nearly one half of all cases of breast cancer in women 50 years and older and more than 70% of cases in women younger than 50 years are discovered by women themselves, frequently unintentionally. If breast cancer is found and treated early, most cases can be cured. Because women play such a major role in detecting breast cancer, it’s important for them to develop breast self-awareness, or an understanding of the normal appearance and feel of their breasts.

Breast self-awareness differs from traditional breast self-exams in that it doesn’t require women to examine their breasts at specific intervals or with a precise method. Instead, breast self-awareness emphasizes having a solid sense of what is normal for your breasts so you are better able to recognize any changes, no matter how small, and report them to your doctor.

Most breast problems, especially in young women, are not cancer. Common breast problems include: Fibrocystic changes, which may make your breasts

feel lumpy and tender and often occur near the time of your period. Fibrocystic changes may also cause breast pain, itchiness, and swelling.

Cysts, or small sacs filled with fluid, which can be almost any size, on your breasts. They usually develop in women ages 25–50 and in women who are taking hormone therapy after menopause. Cysts are benign in most cases.

Fibroadenomas, or solid, non-cancerous lumps, which occur most often in young women. These lumps appear in both breasts, usually in an even pattern.

If you have felt a lump, you should be examined by your doctor even if your last mammography result was normal. Most women who experience fibrocystic changes, cysts, or fibroadenomas do not have a greater chance of developing breast cancer.

In addition to the symptoms of these common breast problems, you should tell your doctor if you experience nipple retraction (nipple turns in), redness of nipples

or breast skin, and scaly nipples or breast skin.

Possible warning signs of breast cancer include a lump in only one of your breasts, dimpling or other

By James N. Martin, Jr, MD changes in the skin on President, The American Congress your breasts, and sponta- of Obstetricians and Gynecologists neous nipple discharge.

If you see a change in your breasts at any time, your doctor should examine them. He or she will review when you first had symptoms and how long they have lasted. Your doctor will also ask questions about your medical history to check for other factors that could point to an increased risk of breast cancer.

For more information, go to cancer.gov/cancertopics/screening/understanding-breast-changes.

County Health Department Urges All Residents to Get Vaccinated against the Seasonal Flu Flu season has arrived and the Saint Louis County Department of Health is urging all residents six months of age and older be vaccinated against the seasonal flu.

County Executive Charlie A. Dooley and Dr. Dolores J. Gunn, director of the Saint Louis County Department of Health, were both recently vaccinated against the seasonal flu at an event highlighting the importance and ease of being vaccinated.

“It’s not just about protecting you,” Gunn said. “If you don’t catch the flu, then you can’t spread the flu to others.”

Every flu season, the vaccine contains several different strains of the flu virus. This year’s vaccine contains three flu strains, based on what flu experts expect to be the most likely strains encountered.

Depending on the severity of the outbreak, between 15 and 60 million Americans are infected by seasonal flu each flu season. Over 200,000 people are hospitalized

every year due to flu-related complications and around 36,000 of them die.

Residents wanting a flu vaccination are able to call the Seasonal Flu Vaccination Hotline to find out where to go for seasonal flu vaccinations. That number is 1.877.588.4FLU (4358). They can also visit the Saint Louis County Department of Health’s Flu website, www.SaintLouisCountyFlu.com Other standard precautions being urged by the County Health Department are: • Wash your hands frequently with soap and water.

• Cough and sneeze into a tissue or into your sleeve.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.

• Try to maintain a distance of three feet between you and others.

• Stay home when you are sick or think you may be getting sick.

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Church Oct. 29: 7 p.m. Jordan Howerton Band Concert At First Christian Church of Florissant. Fundraiser for North County Christian School. Tickets $5 per person. Buy tickets at church or NCCS Administration Office.

Info: 314.972.6227 November 5: 7:30 p.m. A Capella Contest At First Christian Church of Florissant, 2890 Patterson Road.

Tickets: $15 (general seating) and $20 (preferred seating). Info: cityvoiceschorus.org or Linda at 314.739.8598.

November 12: Spaghetti Supper At Northside Christian Church, 9635 Lewis & Clark Blvd. (Hwy. 367), St. Louis, Mo. 63136. All-youcan-eat for $7. Eat-in or carry-out.

Info: 314.868.5722.

Tailgate Every Sat. May-Oct. 2011: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

At Bethel United Church of christ, 14700 New Halls Ferry Rd., Florissant, 63033. Cost $15 per space. Any questions call 314.838.7853 or 314.831.2819.

Nov. 4: 4–7 p.m. Fish Fry. At St. Rose Philippine Duchesne School, 3500 St. Catherine Street, Florissant, Mo. Dine in or take home. Info: 314.837.3410.

Nov. 5 and every 1st Sat. of the month all year long: Basement/ Breakfast/Tailgate Sale At Northside Christian Church, 9635 Hwy. 367 (Lewis & Clark

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Blvd.), St. Louis, MO. Pancakes & sausage or 2 biscuits & gravy, juice & coffee. Extra sausage is 50 cents more. Church basement sale with lots of new items and tailgate sale to sell your own treasures. Times: Basement/Tailgate is 8 a.m. - Noon; Breakfast is 8-10:30 a.m. Breakfast is $4. A double parking spot for tailgaters is $10. Call 314.868.5722, to reserve your tailgate spot.

Nov. 13: Annual Harvest Home Dinner At Zion Lutheran Curch, 2500 North 21st Street, St. Louis, Mo. At this dinner, the Confirmands from 1961 (fifty years ago) will be honored. If you are a member of this class or any other confirmation class from Zion Lutheran Church, will you contact us? Don and Carol Mirth 636.946.5425.

Every Thursday (through December 1. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Grief Share Support Group At Ferguson Church of the Nazarene, 1309 N. Elizabeth Ave. Ferguson, Mo. Info 314.522.3388 or leecedra@sbcglobal.net.

Events Oct. 27: 7 p.m. North County Christian School Open House For prospective students and families Pre-K – 12th grade. Tour the school, meet teachers and principal. Light refreshments. 845 Dunn Rd. Florissant, MO 63031. Info: 314.972.6227 or www.nccsedu.org.

Oct. 29: 7 pm. Rotary Club of Florissant Annual Charity Dinner Auction.

At Yacovelli’s Restaurant, 407 Dunn Road in Florissant. Tickets are $75 each or $750 for table of 10. Preregister only. Info: www.florissantrotary.org.

Inviting All Florissant Senior Citizens To Join One Of The Bingo Clubs With The City Of Florissant!!

Please contact the Florissant Senior Office for more information at 8397604.

• Monday Club: Meets every Monday for Bingo from 11:30-2:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwich - coffee and tea are available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area locations are also scheduled.

• Florissant Older Adult Club: Meets the second Tuesday of each month from 11-1:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center.

Bring your lunch! Bingo, Trips, Speakers and special events are planned.

• Wednesday Club: Meets every Wednesday for Bingo from 11:302:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwichcoffee and tea available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area locations are also available.

1962 Hazelwood High School Reunion Graduates from the class of 1962 are invited to attend the 50th Reunion in June 2012. Please contact Shirley at 314.799.1147 (cell phone) for more info.

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.

Every Saturday: 8-10 a.m. Chess Chess is played every Satuurday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. or later, at MidRivers Mall in the food court.

Come join us for some interesting games!

3rd Thursday of each month: 12:15 NARFE Chapter 1229 - Meeting for all Active and Retired Federal Employees At Golden Corral, 1850 Zumbehl Road, St. Charles, MO. For more info, call Sandy Luber at 636-4624297.

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1st and 3rd Wed.: 7 p.m. St. Charles Area Wood Carvers Diverse group of people has a wide variety of carving skills ranging from novice to professional. Meetings include brief business mtg. followed by carving session. At Weldon Spring Site Remedial Action Project, 7295 Hwy. 94 South, St. Charles. Visitors always welcome!

Oct. 19: 5:30 to 7 p.m. General Weight Loss Surgery Support Group Info: 1.877.477.6954.

Every Weekend: Orchard Farm Radio Controlled Flying Club Public invited & welcome every weekend to watch our flying model airplanes. Bring the family. Directions to the field at www.orchardfarmrc.com or call 636.300.1480.

Every Thursday Evenings: 7:30 p.m. St. Charles Municipal Band Frontier Park, www.stc-munyband.com.

Every 3rd Monday of the Month: 6:30 p.m. Neighborhood Watch Visit our wesite for location, http:// ca.groups.yahoo.com/group.neighborhoodwatch_FlorissantMO or call 314.830.6042.

Health and Meetings St. Chatherine Retirement Community Events 3350 St. Catherine St., Florissant.

To RSVP to events call 314.838.3877 Every Monday. 5:45 p.m. Line Dancing with Minnie Beginners welcome.

Every Monday and Friday. 1 p.m.

Free Exercise Class Led by personal trainer. Call for details.

Every Monday (6-7 p.m.) and Tuesday (noon -1 p.m.) in October. Weight loss HMR Program Orientation. Register at 1.877.477.6954.

Oct. 24: 6 p.m. Arthritis and Shoulder Replacement Seminar At May Center. Free. Call 1.866.

SSM-DOCS to register.

First and Third Mondays: Sharing Losses through Bereavement 1 – 2:30 p.m. SSM Home Care & Hospice, 1187 Corporate Lake Drive. For families and friends who want to help understanding and coping with the death of a loved one. Register at 314.SSM. DOCS (776.3627).

Nov. 5: 2011 Lung Cancer Connection Run/Walk 8 a.m. registration at Tremayne Shelter at Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, 1375 Marine Ave., St. Louis, MO 63146. $25 through November 1 or $30 from November 2 – 5. Visit http://www.lungcancerconnectioninc.org/lcc-annual-5kfun-lung-runwalk to register or for more information.

Nov. 1: Stroke Support Group 1 – 3 p.m. May Center at SSM DePaul Health Center. A presentation and educational session for stroke survivors and their family members or caregivers. Info: 314.344.7392.

Nov. 1: Knee Replacement Class 6 p.m. SSM DePaul Health Center.

Info: 314.291.3399.

Every Thursday. 10:30 a.m. Free Tai Chi for Seniors

Nov. 2: Adjustable Gastric Banding Support Group 5:30 – 7 p.m. May Center at SSM DePaul Health Center.

Info at ssmweightloss.com or 1.877.477.6954.

Oct. 28: 2 p.m. Project Hands Volunteers needed to knit, crochet, and quilt for various children’s organizations.

Nov. 3: Alzheimer’s Association Support Group 6 p.m. Bridgeton Community Center. Info: 314.291.0855.

Nov. 9: Cancer Support Group 5 – 6:30 p.m. May Center at SSM

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Nov. 9: Knee and Hip Replacement Class 6:30 p.m. Info: 314.837.5555.

Nov. 15: Hip Replacement Class 6 p.m. SSM DePaul Health Center.

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Nov. 15: Grief and Loss Support Group 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bridgeton Trails Library. Info: 314.344.7080 Nov. 16: General Weight Loss Surgery – Support Group 5:30 – 7 p.m. May Center at SSM DePaul Health Center. For patients and candidates. Info: ssmweightloss.com or 1.877.477.6954.

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

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

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

12 Step Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Meets in 4 locations in the metro St Louis area. Can email for further information: metrostlouissia@ gmail.com.

• Every Sunday: 6:30-8 p.m.

7401 Delmar Ave. in University City; lower level of Holy Communion Episcopal Church; contact 314-993-5421.

• 1st and 3rd Monday: 9:30-11 a.m.

500 Medical Dr in Wentzville;

doctors dining room of St Joseph Hospital; contact 636-561-1407.

• 1st and 3rd Tuesday: 12:30-2 p.m.

320 N. Forsyth Blvd in Clayton; lower level in Samuel United Church of Christ; contact 314968-3477.

• 2nd and 4th Tuesday: 6:30-8 p.m.

2 Progress Point Parkway in O’Fallon, MO; 4th floor conference room of Progress West Hospital; contact 636-561-1407.

Support Groups Every Wednesday: 7:30 - 9 p.m.

Naranon 7:30 – 9 p.m. New Choices NarAnon Family Group at Zion Lutheran Church, 12075 Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights, Mo 63043.

Info: email MoreInformation@att. net or visit www.Nar-Anon.org.

Thursdays: 6:30 - 8 p.m.

GriefShare Support Group At Ferguson Church of the Nazarene, 1309 N. Elizabeth Ave., Ferguson, Mo. 63135. Support group for those who have lost a loved one. Info: Lee Cedra at leecedra@sbcglobal.net.

Mon. & Thurs, ongoing: 11 a.m. 12 p.m. Breathe Designed for people with pulmonary disease – participants focus on deep breathing, exercises and relaxation. Graham Medical Center, 1150 Graham Rd. Suite 104. $30. Call 314-953-6090 to register or for more information.

Wednesdays: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group This nationally recognized program provides education and support for those with schizophrenia.

Group is facilitated by an experienced STEPS nurse. For info, call 314-839-3171.

Diabetes Basics Proper diabetes treatment and education can help you learn to live well with diabetes. Call 314.344.7024 for info or

314.3447220 to enroll.

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

Nutrition Education SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you. Call 314.344.6157 for information.

Pregnancy Massage SSM DePaul Health Center. Let a certified massage therapist ease away many of the aches and pains you experience as your body changes during pregnancy through a one-hour massage session. $50 for a one-hour massage.

Call 314.344.7879 to schedule an appointment.

Therapeutic Massage SSM DePaul Health Center.

Massage by certified massage therapist to provide stress release, relaxation and health benefits. $60/ hour massage or $35/half-hour massage. Call 314.344.7879 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Calcium Scoring Heart Scan Program SSM DePaul Health Center. This program uses advanced (CT) imaging to scan the arteries around the heart and measure or score the amount of calcium present in the plaque deposits. This screening, in combination with other heart disease risk factors (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, physical inactivity, etc.) can help determine an overall picture of your current heart health and your risk for developing heart disease. Call 314.344.6030 to learn more about the heart scan program or to schedule an appointment.

SSM DePaul Wellness Center Tired of getting locked into longterm memberships that you never use? Join the DePaul Wellness Center and receive a personalized program for your specific needs.

Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation. Call 314.344.6177 for more details.

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patients, families, employees & physicians and acting as good will ambassadors to community. We welcome new member. Call Barb Hutchinson 636.947.5466.

The Barnes St. Peters Hospital Auxiliary is looking for New Members If you would like to become a member please call 636.916.9664.

Gateway to Hope Program The Gateway to Hope Program arranges care for individuals diagnosed w/breast cancer who are either uninsured or underinsured and reside in MO. Gateway to Hope serves as a breast cancer lifeline for those who do not qualify for government sponsored programs & are unable to afford treatment. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed w/breast cancer & cannot access treatment call Gateway to Hope at 314-5691113 or www.gthstl.org.

Every Wednesday Take Off Pounds Sensibly Group Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 414 S. Church St., St. Peters. Weighins at 8:30 a.m. Business mtg at 10 a.m. Call 636-397-1727 or 636272-4995 for more info.

Cholesterol/Glucose Screening DePaul Wellness Center at SSM DePaul Health Center. 12-hour fasting required for accurate results. Please allow 2 weeks for results. Cholesterol HDL/ LDL/Triglycerides (requires 12 hour fasting)- $17; Cholesterol, Total - $10; Glucose, Only - $10; Glucose, Combined with either Cholesterol - $5. Call 314.344.6176 to schedule an appointment.

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Registration is Now Open for “Great Central U.S. Shakeout” State Emergency Management Agency encourages schools, families and businesses to participate in drill that had almost 450,000Missouri participants in first year Registration is now open for the second annual Great Central U.S. “ShakeOut” earthquake drill, which will take place at 10:15 a.m. on Feb. 7, 2012. More than three million people in 11 states, including 448,000 Missourians, took part in the first Central U.S. ShakeOut drill on April 28, 2011. More than 500 Missouri school districts and individual schools participated in the brief exercise that teaches what to do in the event of an earthquake.

To sign up for the ShakeOut, go to http://www. shakeout.org/centralus/index.html. More than 58,000 Missourians are already registered to participate. The site provides links to other earthquake preparedness information. In addition to schools, there are also participant categories for colleges and universities, businesses, non-profit organizations, medical facilities, individuals and families and more.

The State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) is encouraging Missourians to use the drill as an opportunity to practice the protective actions to take in the event of an earthquake. Small earthquakes and tremors occur frequently in Missouri, and a major earthquake could occur at any time. A 3.9 magnitude earthquake occurred 17 miles southeast of Sullivan, Mo. on June 7; a 3.6 magnitude occurred three miles southeast of Grandin, Mo. on September 22.

The New Madrid Seismic Zone, which includes parts of southeast Missouri, has produced some of the largest earthquakes ever in the continental U.S. Experts say knowing how to respond when an earthquake occurs is an important step to practice before the next major event occurs.

During the ShakeOut, residents should practice the “Drop, Cover and Hold On” technique for 60seconds:

• DROP to the ground • Take COVER by getting under a sturdy desk or table, and • HOLD ON to it until the shaking stops The “Drop, Cover and Hold On” technique is considered the best way to protect yourself in an earthquake.

The February 7 ShakeOut drill will be held on the 200th anniversary of the largest of the great New Madrid Earthquakes of 1811-12. February is also Missouri’s annual Earthquake Awareness Month.

The states of Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee are also participating in the February 7 ShakeOut. For more information about the New Madrid Seismic Zone and Missouri’s Earthquake Preparedness visit SEMA’s website at http://sema.dps.mo.gov/Earthquake_Preparedness/default.asp .

Alzheimer’s Association to Host Region’s Premier Education Event for People Affected by Alzheimer’s Disease This November, during National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month, the Alzheimer’s Association is pleased to be hosting the region’s premier education event for people affected by Alzheimer’s disease.

The Care & Conquer Conference: Searching for Answers is designed to provide critical support and guidance to people with early-stage Alzheimer’s and caregivers of people with dementia.

The Care & Conquer Conference: Searching for Answers will be held from 1-8 p.m., on Thursday, November 17, at the DoubleTree Hotel & Conference Center located at 16625 Swingley Ridge Rd., Chesterfield, MO 63017. Preregistration is required. Register online at www.alz.org/stl, or call 800.272.3900.

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Featured conference speakers include Dr. Valerie Walker and Dr. Mary Ganguli.

Dr. Valerie Walker is the author of 131 Ways to Live 131 Years, a family medicine physician and Director of West End Medical Center in St. Louis. She practices traditional, holistic and spiritual healing methods. Dr. Walker captivates her audience with wit, knowledge and humor. She also hosts her own TV show, House Calls with Dr. Valerie Walker. Dr. Mary Ganguli is a Geriatric Psychiatrist specializing in memory disorders. She is one of America’s leading experts on Alzheimer’s and other dementias, currently serving as a scientific member of the National Advisory Council on Aging. Dr. Ganguli will share the latest research regarding diagnosis and care for people with dementia.

Registration for the conference is $25 per person (includes dinner, materials, light snacks, resources and evening research update) and can be completed online at www.alz.org/stl or by calling 800.272.3900.