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October 28, 2020

A film festival in your living room

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By Travis Wilson. Pg. 2 Normandy fourth grader earns People’s Choice honors in national poetry slam. Pg. 4

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Features Submitted photos Top left: “River City Drumbeats” is a movie that will be featured at the 29th St. Louis International Film Festival. Top right: “The Artist’s Wife” is a movie that will be featured at the 29th St. Louis International Film Festival. Bottom right:Dave Chappelle’s documentary short “8:46” will open the 29th St. Louis International Film Festival.

The 29th St. Louis International Film Festival will be held virtually this year and feature an international lineup of films sure to please any movie lover

By Charlotte Beard Beginning Nov. 5, Cinema St. Louis (CSL) will host its 29th St. Louis International Film Festival. Like the nonprofit’s past three major events this year (QFest, St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase and Golden Anniversaries) this will be a virtual festival and will run through Nov. 22.

Cliff Froehlich, Cinema St. Louis Executive Director hopes that the success CSL has experienced with their partner, Eventive, will yield the same success seen with their past three virtual festivals since the pandemic began.

“Those festivals are much smaller than the St. Louis International Film Festival; the size and scope of the International Film Festival is vastly larger,” stated Froehlich. “That’s a challenge whether it is in-person or virtual,

but we are very grateful that we had the opportunity to have experience with the virtual platform that we’re using. (Eventive is) doing a lot of film festivals, (and) working with distributors and individual film makers. They are wonderful partners – they’re very professional. (Eventive) really pivoted quickly to being able to offer things in a virtual space.

They were originally a ticketing outfit that evolved out of the Memphis indie film fest.

They have been great in walking us through the previous festivals. So, we are pretty confident that everything is going to go reasonably smoothly.”

Opening night for the festival will be free and feature the documentary short ‘8:46’ – which is a comedic performance by Dave

Chappelle who will also do a livestreamed conversation. Froehlich explains how SLIFF’s classification as an Oscar-qualifying event is opening the door for the conversation with the comedian.

“We were playing a film called ‘9 to 5: The Story of a Movement’ by last year’s documentary feature Oscar winners Steven Bognar and Julia Reichert,” stated Froehlich. “They have knowledge of the festival – they’ve attended on their own in the past. So, we wanted that film. I had also watched ‘8:46.’ I am a Dave Chappelle fan. There were no credits on (the film), so I had no idea who made it (and) did not think anything more about it. (Dave) See ‘FILM’ page 2

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‘FILM’ from cover recruited (Steven and Julia) to make the film. (Steven and Julia) want to qualify the film for potential Oscar nomination as a best short. We are a festival that is an Oscar qualifying event – if you win one of our jury prizes in our shorts competition, including documentary, it enables you to be eligible for an Oscar nomination. (This) is one of the few ways that you could do it.”

Froehlich went on to explain that though ‘8:46’ is readily available on YouTube and Netflix, the filmmakers told him that Chappelle was interested in doing a live stream conversation with the SLIFF audience.

“I think he is particularly interested in doing (SLIFF),” stated Froehlich, “not just because there’s the possibility that it could win our best documentary short, and there is no guarantee of that, but he also obviously is engaging (us) with police violence against black men and black people generally in this film. We have an important example of that in Ferguson (with) Michael Brown. So, I think that he really was welcoming the notion of being able to present the film here in St. Louis (with) a discussion.”

According to Froehlich, films are primarily chosen for SLIFF from submissions CSL receives from film makers January through July the year of the festival.

Submissions consist of documentaries and narratives (features and

shorts). The submissions are then reviewed to determine the best films to present in the festival. Froehlich stated that CSL also scouts for films, particularly international narrative films because submissions are low for that genre.

“We go out and scout to find really high quality international films from a variety of different sources,” stated Froehlich, “including U.S. distributors of international films – sometimes sales agents who represent films that are across the globe, and sometimes individual filmmakers.”

He went on to explain that a variety of films may be secured by scouting, primarily the features and a few documentaries.

“In a normal year we would also go to film festivals (to view) films we think are good and then try to secure those as part of the festival,” stated Froehlich.

“This year because of COVID-19, I did go to a single festival near the beginning of the year before everything shut down – the True/False Film Festival. I do the documentary features. I think we’re playing three or four films that I originally saw at True/False. Chris (our Artistic Director) would have gone to Cleveland International Film Festival; that was not possible. (In addition), we usually do a few other fests to scout depending on the year. Normally we receive films from the studios – the sort of high profile films that everybody talks about and knows about that are likely going to be Oscar nominees next year. Those films just are not in circulation. In many instances, the studios have opted not to release them this year and instead are holding them until 2021. In a few (other) instances (where) places like Amazon and Netflix are playing the films, they are being conservative with how they’re going to release them to festivals. (Predominantly), the festivals that have received studio works are the highest-profile festivals like the Toronto Film Festival, Venice, and the

New York Film Festival here in the fall. Everybody else has pretty much been excluded. So, we’re having a different kind of selection process this year, but we still have a tremendously good lineup of films – high quality stuff – the people will be very much interested in.

They just won’t have as much familiarity with the titles, but once they watch them, I think they’re going to be very pleased.”

The festival representing 46 countries and 64 languages will host approximately 350 films, inclusive of documentaries and narratives. According to New York Times, for one of the 57 free films – “River City Drumbeats,” a documentary about a community drum corps, “there are no talking heads, and we learn who the subjects are by spending time with them, simply observing them at home and at the center. Though the movie does include footage of drum performances, it doesn’t move at the clip of sticks on snares. Instead, the film listens for this community’s heartbeat, finding its steady pulse just as expected: healthy and strong.”

One of the other films (for purchase), “The Artist’s Wife” featuring Lena Olin and Bruce Dern is a fictional narrative that tells the story of a wife dealing with the on-set of her artist-husband’s dementia who is in the public-eye.

Viewers will have a taste of just about any genre for which they are in the mood, not limited to drama, comedy, and thriller.

“We want to make certain there’s a little something for everybody – from the most discerning cinephile, the one who wants something really challenging and a little out there, to people who are just interested in a really good movie,” Froehlich stated. “(For those) interested in particular topics we want to secure films that deal with issues of importance – from (both) documentary and

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By Travis Wilson

Economic development: the key to community success Ever wonder what makes communities develop, thrive, and grow? The answer is economic development. It’s the catalyst that attracts residents and businesses alike. Yet, many individuals have no idea what it actually is. The International Economic Development Council defines the main goal of economic development to be “improving the economic well-being of a community through efforts that entail job creation and retention, tax base enhancements and quality of life.” This overarching goal has several aspects which include: • Government action to control inflation, enable high employment, and build sustainable growth.

• Providing services including infrastructure, managing public spaces, and providing healthcare opportunities.

• Improving the business climate by focusing on: – connecting businesses with needed financing – marketing the community

– neighborhood development – business retention & expansion – encouraging technology growth within the region – real estate development While all of the above will help you pass your next economic development pop quiz, it still doesn’t explain what it is. So, let’s make it simple: There is no single way to describe economic development. There is no silver bullet for achieving the goals of helping our communities become greater than they are. No two communities are alike in their strengths and weaknesses.

Therefore, each community has to work through their own circumstances and chart their own course into the future. But how? What is the best way to “fill the sails” when guiding the trajectory of a community?

Perhaps it’s best to discover the story of the area. That is, after all what economic developers are. We are storytellers and our main job is to compel the powers at be to invest in our towns, our villages, our cit-

ies. If we do our jobs correctly, the story sells the place. Convincing commercial investors to spend their development dollars in our local opportunities becomes easier when the story is worth sharing.

What makes the story worth sharing?

You! Every resident within a region plays a part in economic development. By helping neighbors, attending PTO meetings, and shopping at the corner grocer, every individual writes a part of the next chapter in the story of their community. So, don’t be shy! Be proud of where you live, shop local, and get involved. You will not be sorry and your local economic developer will be in your debt!

Travis Wilson is Economic Development Director for the city of Florissant.

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

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis merges with Boys & Girls Club of Bethalto, Illinois After years of exploration and discussions, the Boards of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) and the Boys & Girls Club of Bethalto, Illinois unanimously voted to merge.

All parties agreed that a merger would strengthen the organizations, impact the lives of more children and families, and provide more youth access to low-cost, life changing programs and services. Integration activities are currently underway and should be completed by year’s end.

The combined organization is now one of the region’s largest youth development agencies serving more than 8,856 kids and teens annually. In addition, the merger will expand opportunities for staff, enhance fundraising and produce better outcomes for kids.

The Boys & Girls Club of Bethalto will operate under the banner of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, while retaining their local identity and relationships. Members of all organizations will continue to attend their home clubs.

“Collectively these organizations have provided young people safe places, positive mentors and life-enhancing programs for nearly 105 years.

By coming together, they will create an even stronger and more efficient organization, positioned to meet the needs of youth in their communities for decades to come. I look forward to seeing the organization grow its reach and increase its positive impact through expanded programming, especially in essential areas like workforce readiness.

Under the leadership of Flint Fowler and through the efforts of dedicated staff, volunteers, and community members, the expanded BGC of Greater St Louis will shape a brighter future for thousands of kids and teens in Missouri and Illinois,” stated Jim Clark, president of Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

The merger will be accomplished over a period of time.

An integration committee has been named and over the next year the details of operating a single entity will be finalized.

In the short term, club operations will continue as they always have.

Dr. Flint Fowler, President of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis says of the merger, “I’m excited about this unique opportunity to combine efforts with the Boys & Girls Club of Bethalto. We

have a shared goal to provide the best possible services to our youth members and believe our collective efforts will produce powerful results for the Greater St. Louis community. This decision was made following months of exploration, benchmarking and analysis. The unanimous conclusion is to merge our organizations to create a more effective, efficient and results oriented enterprise for members as well as staff.”

Kathleen A. Wilson, Executive Director for Boys & Girls Club of Bethalto said of the merger, “Our desire to serve more youth and the growing need in our community far exceeds our capacity. This partnership/merger will increase our resources and allow us to provide more opportunities to current members, while increasing our ability to add youth from our waiting list and in the future, expand to surrounding areas of need. With this investment we can easily double our impact on those we serve.”

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‘FILM’ from page 2 narrative point of views.”

With exception of the selection of free films and the opening night with Dave Chappelle, ticket prices are $10 per film with the option of purchasing passes (see https://cinemastlouis.org/sliff/ticket-pass-information).

“We wanted to make it as affordable and accessible as possible, but you’ll still have to give that basic information before you can access the site. It’s just a matter of having a clear record of who’s watching.”

Froehlich stresses that accessing films virtually for the festival will be like accessing entertainment on Amazon prime, video on demand or local cable company. Also, CSL states once a ticket-holder begins watching a program, access to it remains available for 48 hours. (The one exception is the film “The Dark Divide,” which has a watch window of eight hours.)

“People think the festival is for the intellectual elite – that you (must) really love and know film to (understand) these movies,” stated Froehlich. “The vast majority of what we offer, although really different than what you typically get from a Hollywood film, is nonetheless very accessible and just as much fun as going to a Hollywood film.”

For details about SLIFF’s six master classes offered during the 18day festival as well as the new filmmakers forum and other schedule details, visit https://cinemastlouis.org/

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Normandy fourth grader earns People’s Choice honors in national poetry slam Ndeye Biteye’s date with poetic destiny was derailed by (guess what) COVID-19, but through the wonder of technology, the fourth grader still was able to wow the nation.

The Jefferson School student received the People’s Choice award for her performance in the America

SCORES Our Words Our Cities interactive national poetry slam.

Biteye received the award at a socially distanced ceremony at Better Family Life, an America SCORES program facilitator in St. Louis.

Biteye was one of 14 elementary-age students participating in what became a virtual contest. She performed at the regional level in Chicago earliPhoto courtesy Normandy Schools Collaborative er this year, where she was selected for the Ndeye Biteye performs her poem, “Floating,” at the Our Words Our Cities Midwest Regional Poetry Slam in national competition Chicago. Biteye is one of 14 youth participating in the national competition. to be held in Washington, D.C. But COVID-19 moved the Our Words Our Cities is an America SCORES competition online, where the organizers program, an after-school initiative locally supportleft it up to the public to select the winner. ed by Better Family Life. BFL provides after school Biteye’s performance of her work, programs in the Normandy Schools Collaborative “Floating,” is featured on the Our Words through the 21st Century federal grant.

Our Cities website.

Northwest Views:

New Ride and Abide Policy will help provide a better experience for Metro Transit riders

By Kevin Scott

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The safety and security of our region’s public transit system has taken another significant step forward with the implementation of a new Ride and Abide Policy. Developed in collaboration with regional leaders and law enforcement partners, our new Metro Transit policy is an important tool that allows us to suspend the transit privileges for individuals who repeatedly engage in prohibited conduct on the Metro Transit system or whose behavior is determined to be unacceptably offensive or serious.

While serious incidents and crimes on our system are rare, they do occur, and a thorough analysis of the crime data reveals the majority of these more serious incidents result from the actions of a very small number of individuals. Now we can directly address those violators through the new Ride and Abide policy. The focus is not to address minor offenses, like eating on the train or not validating your ticket. This new policy puts individuals who engage in serious, unacceptable behavior on alert that their behavior will not be tolerated.

While we will determine the length of suspensions of transit privileges on a case-by-case basis, certain criteria will apply to all. For the first offense, the suspension period will range from one day to six months. Anyone committing a second offense will face a suspension period of more than twelve months, up to a permanent suspension of transit privileges. A suspension in excess of twelve months for the first offense may be issued if it is determined the individual poses an immediate and serious threat to the safety of the Metro Transit system. If an individual returns to the Metro

Transit system during their suspension period, then the individual may be subject to arrest and criminal prosecution.

We are already enforcing the Ride and Abide Policy. In fact, five individuals currently have their transit privileges suspended for conduct that includes major property damage, assault and disorderly conduct. Any passenger whose transit privileges are suspended is entitled to a review, and is informed through a written notice that includes a description of the conduct that led to the suspension and instructions for requesting a review.

We firmly believe this new policy will help us deliver on our commitment to continue to operate a safe transit system that provides millions of trips each year. Safety and security is our top priority every single day. We want our riders to enjoy a safe, comfortable, and convenient transit experience on Metro. To achieve that, we expect everyone who rides Metro Transit to follow the Passenger Code of Conduct. That is a reasonable set of rules and guidelines that reinforce respecting their fellow riders. Through mutual respect and compliance with this expectation, together we can create a positive and comfortable transit community.

Kevin Scott is General Manager of Field Security at Metro Transit.

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

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Home Builders Association donates $15,000 to Habitat for Humanity St. Louis On behalf of the Home Builders Charitable Foundation (HBCF), 2020 HBA President Bill Wannstedt (Consort Homes) (left) presented a $15,000 donation to Deirdre Schaneman, resource development operations manager for Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis (HFHSL).

The donation will be used to support Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis’ 2020 build program. The funding will play an integral role in helping HFHSL reach its goal of building five new homes in the La Saison neighborhood and five new homes in The Gate neighborhood, both in south St. Louis City. Once the homes are completed, they will be purchased by hardworking, low-income families who will perform 350 hours of sweat equity to qualify for their purchase, and take on a 30-year, affordable mortgage payment.

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

DESE recognizes Normandy Transportation with Exemplary Maintenance Award

Photo courtesy Normandy Schools Collaborative The Normandy Transportation department has received the DESE Exemplary Maintenance Award. Shown here are (from left), Bus Drivers Deshell Pace and Jeffrey Miller, Benita Weaver, Director of Transportation; Valerie Stokes, Safety Supervisor; and Bus Driver Dana Woods.

The Normandy Transportation department recently received accolades from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for its dedication to maintaining our district’s buses with the Exemplary School Bus Maintenance Award.

“School bus drivers are often the first face a student sees and the last one before returning home,” said Dr. Phil Pusateri, Normandy CFO & Assistant Superintendent of Operations. “We count on them to safely transport our most valuable assets to and from our schools. We appreciate the work bus drivers do and congratulate them on this fantastic honor.”

DESE awards this honor to districts who have 90 percent or more of their school buses pass the Missouri State Highway Patrol spring school bus inspection on the first attempt. The award also recognizes programs whose buses have met these criteria in five year increments.

Normandy is currently looking for dedicated and dependable individuals to join its award-winning transportation department.

The district has increased starting pay for candidates, and provides training and generous benefits to drivers. To apply, visit the Job Opportunities page at www.normandysc.org.

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Senior Living

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Commit to getting the care you need as you age Older adults in America are living longer lives and will outnumber people under the age of 18 by nearly 500,000 by 2034, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

However, living longer does not automatically mean living healthier or happier. In fact, nearly 61 percent of people in America aged 65 and older live with chronic conditions, according to the National Institutes of Health, and a report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine found nearly one in four older adults are considered to be socially isolated.

Research published in “Health Affairs” indicates that people who advocate for their own care feel more empowered. The age-friendly health systems approach can help older adults take control of their well-being and demand care that helps them maintain independence by making sure their doctors know their needs and preferences; also called “what matters.”

Just as the name implies, age-friendly care prioritizes what matters most to each individual older adult and helps meet goals such as daily walks around the neighborhood or cooking favorite meals. To get started, consider these four essential elements of age-friendly care from The John A. Hartford Foundation to discuss with your doctor: What Matters. As people age, what matters most to them might change. It is important to share concerns, goals, wishes, needs and experiences with your health care providers. What matters also includes endof-life care goals and preferences.

Medication. Many older adults take multiple medications, which can cause side effects and, in turn, impact daily living. Honest conversations with doctors about medications, their interactions and side effects can ensure treatment plans are optimizing

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quality of life.

Mentation. Older adults are at higher risk for dementia, depression and delirium, and conversations with medical providers about changes in memory or mood and annual screenings for dementia and depression can lower the risk.

Mobility. Staying active can help older adults maintain health and independence. Talking to health care providers about mobility concerns can identify personalized tips to improve strength, flexibility and balance.

Healthy aging is possible when the patient and care team are on the same page with the same plan in mind.

For ideas on how to start these conversations, visit johnahartford.org/agefriendly.

Caring for your nutrition when caregiving Family caregivers of people with illnesses, injuries or disabilities sometimes spend more time thinking about those they care for than themselves. It’s important to remember that self-care is essential to providing good care to others and must include eating well.

Healthy eating can be especially challenging for caregivers who often have limited time to shop and cook. Fast food, snacks and comfort meals are tempting but usually lack healthy amounts of protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals.

In addition to preventing low energy, muscle loss, illnesses and unplanned weight change, a healthy diet may help reduce the stress and fatigue that can come with caring for a loved one.

These tips from the Administration for Community Living can help caregivers take steps toward better nutrition without adding to already full to-do lists:

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1. Drink healthy beverages at each meal and 2-3 times between meals. Water, milk, juice (to replace missing fruits and vegetables) or non-sweetened drinks are all better-for-you options.

2. Get enough protein, a key nutrient that helps build and repair tissues. Consider these ideas for increasing your protein intake: • Eat a high-protein food like fish, chicken or eggs at every meal • Try plant proteins like nuts, peanut butter, beans and tofu • Eat your protein first at meals • Eat low- or non-fat dairy products and use Greek yogurt

• Opt for cheese at snack time • Top your food with chopped nuts like almonds 3. Drink a liquid supplement, like a meal replacement or protein shake, if foods alone do not supply all the nutrients you need. A health care provider can make specific dietary suggestions based on your unique health needs, diet and conditions.

For more information and ideas, talk to your doctor or dietitian and visit eatright.org.

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Normandy welcomes education Normandy, Harris-Stowe partner for new scholarships veteran as district’s new chief of staff Dr. Rosiline Floyd joins the Normandy Schools Collaborative as its new chief of staff. In her new role, Floyd will be responsible for overseeing large district-wide, cross-functional projects and initiatives. One of the major initiatives Floyd will oversee is the implementation and execution of the collaborative’s 2025 Strategic Plan.

Floyd has an extensive background in education, but began her career as an electrical engineer, having received her Photo courtesy Normandy Schools Collaborative bachelor’s degree in that field from Purdue University in Indiana. She later returned to school to earn a master’s degree in business administration from Indiana Wesleyan University, and her doctorate in higher educational administration from Indiana State University in Terre Haute.

“As we continue to examine the systems and processes needed for improved student outcomes, Dr. Floyd’s expertise in improving the way we work will be a critical factor in achieving this necessary goal,” said Marcus C. Robinson, Normandy Superintendent of Schools.

Floyd has over 20 years of experience as a consultant, researcher, education advocate, and school administrator, focusing on improving elementary, secondary and post-secondary educational outcomes of students. In this work, she developed systems, conducted research, and presented locally and nationally on reducing race and socio economics-based education disparities. Floyd managed the design and delivery of on-site and online professional development content. Her research and work are rooted in implementing culturally sustaining models to promote an increase in college preparation, retention, and graduation rates for students of color, and those from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

She has also served at the post-secondary level as Assistant Director of Technical Assistance and a Research Associate at Indiana University Purdue University at Indianapolis and director of TRIO Programs at Indiana State University. Floyd has also served as an adjunct faculty member at IUPUI, Martin University, and Ivy Tech Community College.

Floyd began her role with Normandy on Oct. 12.

Photo courtesy Normandy Schools Collaborative Shown here celebrating the new partnership between Normandy Schools Collaborative and Harris-Stowe State University are (from left) Manicia J. Finch, Ed.D., HSSU dean of Enrollment Management; Marcus C. Robinson, Normandy superintendent of schools; Dr. Aline Phillips, director of the HSSU Educational Center, and Ahnnyshia Hibler, HSSU graduate assistant.

Harris-Stowe State University and the Normandy Schools Collaborative have entered into a new partnership to provide college scholarships through the new HSSU Top 100 Scholars Program. To earn the scholarships, the high-achieving Viking graduates must meet certain criteria

and choose to continue their education at HSSU in the fall of 2021 and 2022. Two Presidential and two Board of Regents scholarships will be awarded to eight deserving Normandy graduates over the next two years.

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The events listed in this section are the latest updates as of press time, please check with individual sites for the most up to date cancellations and reschedule info.

EVENTS Oct. 30: Halloween skate party

The first annual fifth – eighth grade youth Halloween Skate takes place at 7 p.m. at the James J. Eagan center ice rink in Florissant. Tickets are on sale now at the James J. Eagan Center and John F. Kennedy Community Center.

Due to capacity restrictions, tickets will be limited and sold on a first come, first serve basis. Costumes are highly encouraged, but should not interfere with the safety of the skater. For more information call 314-921-4466.

RECURRING EVENTS Weekdays: Food pantry volunteers needed The Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry is in need of ongoing adult volunteers to sort food, stock shelves and

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

Weekdays: Tax filing program volunteers Seeking greeters, appointment schedulers, and tax preparers to assist older adults in the St. Louis County Tax Filing Program. Training and mileage reimbursement is provided. For more information and to start the volunteer application process, contact the County Older Resident Programs and ask for Mike Nickel at 314-615-4021.

Mondays: TOPS meeting

Come, join and take off those extra pounds. T.O.P.S.=Take Off Pounds Sensibly has meetings on Monday nights at 7 p.m. (weigh in begins at 6:35

p.m.) 9135 Shelley Avenue, Overland, MO 63114. (Entrance is in the back on East Milton). TOPS is a very inexpensive way to lose weight. You may visit a meeting for free. Any questions please call Dan Agee at 314-540-5223.

Mondays: practice

Choral Arts Singers

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

See www.concertarts.org.

Mondays: City council meetings

City of Pine Lawn holds regular city council meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.

Mondays: Workshop meetings

City of Pine Lawn holds regular workshop meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.

Mondays: A cappella singers

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

We sing four-part harmony a capella (without accompaniment). We sing some traditional songs, as well as show tunes and more contemporary music.

We do perform for the public at various functions. Persons interested can come right on in or for more information call Al at 314-993-6134.

Mondays: Korean War Veterans Association meeting

If you had military service in Korea between Sept. 3, 1945 and the present you are cordially invited to a meeting of Chapter 4, North County Korean War Veterans Association. Meetings take place at the VFW Post 4105 at

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410 St. Francois in Florissant on the second Monday of the month, starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132. For a limited period the Chapter will pay for one (1) year membership for new members.

Mondays-Thursdays: Volunteers needed

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

Tuesdays: A cappella singers

The Gentlemen of Sound are looking for men who like to sing or want to learn. They practice Tuesdays at Lady of the Pillar school at 401 S. Lindbergh from 7 – 9 p.m. They try to do public events monthly. Always looking for new members. Come by or call Charlie at 314-954-1121.

Tuesdays: Chair Zumba

Chair Zumba every Tuesday from 2:15 – 3 p.m. at The Bridge At Florissant at 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. (Parker @ Arlington). For more information call 314-831-0988.

Tuesdays: Celebrate Recovery

Celebrate Recovery Tuesday meetings take place at 6 p.m. with a Saturday Bible Study at 9 a.m. at LifePoint Church at 424 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information visit www.lifepointministries.church/celebrate-recovery or call (men) Steve D. at 636-634-6582 or (women) Denise W. at 530-417-6151.

Tuesdays: Choir rehearsals

The St. Louis Chordinals, a women’s a cappella chorus, rehearse every Tuesday evening from 7 - 9:30 p.m. at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church at 12397 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bridgeton (next to the Bridgeton Government Center). For more information call Linda at 314-839-3495 or visit stlouischordinals.org.

Tuesdays: Vietnam Veterans Association meeting

Chapter 794 Vietnam Veterans Association meets on the third Tuesday of each month at VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant. Meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.

Chapter will pay for one (1) year membership for new members.

Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)

From 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. located at John F. Kennedy Center/Henry Koch Ctr., Howdershell Rd. at Charbonier Rd., Florissant. For more info contact Paul McConnell, 314-831-5476.

2nd Tuesday Sept.-June: Showme Stitchers:

Show-me Stitchers is the local chapter

of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America. We meet on the second Tuesday, Sept.-June at 6:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 14088 Clayton Road, Chesterfield, MO. Learn needlepoint, embroidery, cross stitch, and more.

Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting 6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, at the Bellefontaine Neighbors Community Center at 9669 Bellefontaine Rd. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.

Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Doors at 4:30 p.m., games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314921-2316.

Wednesdays: Bingo

Bingo takes place every Wednesday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland. Doors open at 5 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314660-1813.

Wednesdays: Bingo

Life Care Center of Bridgeton, at 12145 Bridgeton Square in Bridgeton, welcome all to Community Bingo every last Wednesday of the month at 2:30 p.m. Light refreshment will be served.

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

Wednesdays: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Methodist Church at 3975 N. Hwy 67 in Florissant. For more information contact Norma at 314-306-4731.

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant.

Doors at 7:30 a.m., games begin at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call 314921-2316.

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

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

Ages 3–5. Room 1.

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

Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group

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

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

the uninsured. For more information or if you would be interested in volunteering, please call 314-521-5694 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday or visit www.stpeterschurch.org

Saturdays: Clothing sale

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

On the second Saturday of each month Bethany-Peace UCC at 11952 Bellefontaine Rd. in St. Louis County hosts a clothing sale from 9 - 11 a.m. For sale are used clothing and shoes, some household items, books and toys. Fill your bag for $1.

Thursdays: Blood pressure checks

Saturdays: Grief support

Thursdays: Quilting guild

Free blood pressure checks monthly at Life Care Center of Florissant at 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. (off Parker Rd.) in Florissant every third Thursday of the month. Call 831-3752 for more information.

Thursdays: meeting

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chorus

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

Fridays: Fish fry

A fish fry takes place every Friday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314-660-1813.

Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo 6:45 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314-731-9330.

Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo

2 p.m., Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314-831-3752.

Saturdays: Yoga

Yoga returns to Calvary UCC at 2501 Hartland Avenue, on Saturdays from 10:30-11:30. Masks and social distancing are required in the building and participants should bring hand sanitizer with them. For further information call Angela at 314-801-8594.

Saturdays: ing

Toastmasters meet-

Everyone is welcome to attend Toastmasters Saturdays 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Normandy United Methodist Church at 8001 Natural Bridge Road (across from UMSL). For more info call 314402-7025.

Saturdays: Free walk-in clinic

Salam Clinic at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ at 1425 Stein Road at West Florissant in Ferguson is a free walk-in clinic open Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The clinic is jointly sponsored by the Muslim Community of St. Louis (MCSL) and St. Peter’s United Church of Christ to provide basic adult medical screening, treatment and referrals free of charge for

On the fourth Saturday of each month, grief support meeting “A Way With Words Ministry” meets at 12:30 p.m. at Community Christ Fellowship, rear, at 121 Williams Blvd. in Hazelwood, 1/4 mile south of Hwy 270 off Florissant Rd. There are a variety of topics monthly. You are not alone. Come help your heart heal with others. For more information call 314605-3949.

Every Fourth Saturday’s Writer’s Workshop

10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Baden Library, at 8448 Church Rd. For more information call 314-388-2400.

Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 4445 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Rd. between Sinks Rd. and Lindbergh starting noon Sept. 15 thru Nov. 17; and in the spring, Feb. 2 thru March 8 rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded.

Sundays: AMVETS meat shoot

Sundays in September through April, AMVETS Post 55, located on 8842 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bel-Ridge will be hosting meat shoots with practice beginning at 11 a.m. and rounds starting at noon. Shooters must be 18 or older and will shoot #9’s with no bull barrels or scopes and 675 minimum chokes. The shooting area is indoors and food and drink are available in the club room. For more information, contact 314-630-2671 or 314-330-7269.

Jennings

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

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

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

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

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

Sundays: Meat shoot

Sundays: meeting

Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon– 1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center.

Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1-877-477-6954.

Do-Dads

The Jennings Do-Dads hold meetings every third Sunday of the month (except June which is the second Sunday and no meeting in December) at 1 p.m. at Classics Bar & Grill at 11601 West Florissant Avenue. Those interested in membership are invited to attend. For more information visit www.jenningsdodads.org.

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

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

HEALTH Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation

Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109

11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road.

Diabetes Basics:

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

Crisis Nursery:

Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314-768-3201. Or 636-947-0600, www. crisisnurserykids.org

What’s Happening

Center for Senior Renewal:

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

Nutrition Education:

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

Christian Center:

Hospital

Recovery

Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314-9538100.

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

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Nicotine Anonymous

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

Nicotine-Anonymous.org.

Look Good…Feel Better

SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A licensed cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with a makeup kit.

Light refreshments are served. Info: 314-344-6090.

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Guns N Hoses Event Nov. 25 Due to COVID-19, there will be no ticket sales this year for the program that supports BackStoppers but donations will be accepted.

The St. Louis Metro Boxing Showdown will however be live on TV on Fox 2, 7-9 p.m. on Nov. 25.

You will see the opening ceremony, bouts and there will be a telethon in progress so you can make a donation and show your support.

The BackStoppers provides ongoing needed financial assistance and support to the spouses and dependent children of all police officers, firefighters and volunteer firefighters, and publicly-funded paramedics and EMTs in our coverage area who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

In addition to their mission of supporting the families of fallen heroes, BackStoppers provides assistance to first responders who suffer a catastrophic injury performing their duty.

Since 1987, the event has raised $8.5 million given to the Backstoppers, a nonprofit organization that assist families of fallen first responders. * Needed now more than ever

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MASL make major announcement The St. Louis Ambush play in the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) with home games at the Family Arena in St. Charles.

Recently, the Tacoma Stars will be teaming up with the Kansas City Comets to field a MASL All-Star game set to take place on Dec. 5 at Cable Dahmer Arena in Independence, Missouri at 7 p.m.

It will be East vs West in a match bringing top players from around the league. A limited number of socially-distanced tickets will be available.

“An MASL All-Star game is long overdue for both our fantastic, league wide fans and our incredibly talented players. I am excited and proud to use Tacoma Stars and Kansas City comets resources to produce this first ever MASL All-Star game. 2020 has been a rough year on all sports and our staff, players and fans deserve a great event” said Lane Smith, owner of the Stars and Comets.

Go to www.STLAmbush.com for more details. * Best of the best Get ready for indoor football tryouts The St. Louis Bandits are scheduled to take the field in early spring and will be a

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part of the American Arena Football league.

Contact the professional football head coach of the St Louis Bandits Jeff Hunt 314-326-5448 with any questions. Go to www.StLouisFootballBandits.com for more details. * Fast action indoor football Lindenwood makes major announcement The NCAA announced on recently that Lindenwood University will host a Regional Championship as part of the 2024 NCAA Division I Men’s Ice Hockey Championship. Lindenwood will partner with the St. Louis Sports Commission to host the event at the home of Lindenwood hockey, the Centene Community Ice Center in Maryland Heights.

“This is a great day for Lindenwood University, the St. Charles community, and the greater St. Louis region,” said Lindenwood Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Brad Wachler.

“After the unfortunate cancellation of the 2020 NCAA Division II Championships Festival earlier this year, I am pleased that the NCAA has again recognized the ability of this University to provide a high-level championship experience for student-athletes from across the country. Our staff is committed to working diligently over the upcoming years as we prepare to showcase our University and its wonderful facilities at this event.” * Congrats being picked Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, among many other activities. I am currently hosting a Health show on 97.1 FM, ‘Prime Time Health’ www.

PrimeTimeSTL.com. It broadcasts Saturday nights at 8 and Sunday mornings at 9.

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Recipe:

Add appetizing Asian flavor to your back-to-school menu Chinese Style Bao Buns with Pickled Red Onions

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Recipe courtesy of Aran Essig on behalf of the National Onion Association Ingredients:

Directions:

Pickled Red Onions:

To make pickled red onions: Slice onion in half then slice 1/4 inch.

In saucepot, combine vinegar, sugar, salt, wine and cloves.

Place onions in liquid. Simmer 3-4 minutes, swirling pan to ensure onions are exposed to hot mixture. Remove from heat and steep 15 minutes. Place in clean container in refrigerator at least 2 hours. Onions should be submerged in liquid.

1 medium red onion 2/3 cup red wine vinegar 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 tablespoon salt 1/4 cup red wine 2 cloves Beef Bao Buns: 1 pound boneless beef ribs 1 tablespoon five-spice powder 2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1 1/2 cups beef stock 1 cup hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon ginger, grated 12 bao buns (available in most Asian markets in freezer section) 3 green onions, cut on bias

To make beef bao buns: Heat oven to 350 F. Rub beef with five-spice powder, salt and pepper. Heat saute pan and sear beef on all sides.

Remove and place in baking dish. Add garlic to pan and saute briefly. Deglaze pan with beef stock and bring to simmer, scraping up caramelized bits stuck to bottom of pan. Add hoisin sauce and ginger to simmering stock. Pour stock over beef.

Cover baking dish with parchment and aluminum foil and bake 2 hours, or until beef can be pulled apart with fork.

saucepan over medium heat.

Reduce by half, or until thickened so it can coat back of spoon.

Remove beef from stock and allow to cool slightly before shredding with fork.

Place beef between bao buns and garnish with pickled red onions and green onions. Serve while warm.

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Willem Dafoe flies high in 2002’s ‘Spider-Man’

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n the years before the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) set a new standard for superhero films, the cinematic rights to Spider-Man, one of Marvel Comics’ most enduring characters, were owned

by Sony Pictures Entertainment. In 2002, that studio released “Spider-Man,” a live-action adventure with Tobey Maguire taking the dual roles of Peter Parker and his web-slinging alter ego.

Kirsten Dunst came on board to play Mary Jane Watson, Peter’s love interest, while James Franco played his best friend, Harry Osborn.

A hero needs a villain, though, so Willem Dafoe tackled the complicated role of Norman Osborn, an industrialist who became Spider-Man’s greatest nemesis, the Green Goblin.

On April 14, 2002 in Los Angeles, I sat down for a roundtable interview with Dafoe, whose other credits include “The Last Temptation of Christ,” “Finding Nemo” and “The Aviator.”

When asked how he was cast as Osborn, Dafoe said he knew of the part, but the studio did not propose it to him.

“The fact that (director) Sam Raimi was involved and Tobey Maguire was cast really identified what the project was to me,” he explained. “I thought ‘Wow, this is interesting’ because they weren’t logical choices for this

make the phone call. Finally, we got the phone call at some really awful time, like very late at night, early in the morning.”

Dafoe thought the conversation was going to take about ten minutes, but then Raimi started talking.

“He started basically telling me the story of the movie but telling it with so much passion and with such psychological terms. He was going deeply into the relationships and the psychology of the characters that I thought ‘This is not a cynical hardware movie. There’s some‘Spiderman’ photo courtesy Sony Pictures Entertainment thing else going on here. If he can deliver that end of it, it’s going to have lots kind of movie, I didn’t think, from a studio of style.’” perspective because it’s a big movie. Neither In addition to the psychological aspect, DaTobey nor Sam, although they are both very foe had physical challenges when learning to respected, they weren’t the usual suspects you’d fly the Green Goblin’s signature glider. bring in for a movie that was poised to have a “It was a little more complicated than it big budget, poised to be a summer movie that looked,” he said. “The glider is used in lots better perform.” of different ways: sometimes it’s on a gimble, Dafoe read the script and talked with direc- sometimes it’s on a crane, sometimes it’s on tor Raimi. an insert car, sometimes it’s on wires. And, of “They still weren’t asking me to do this, mind course, with all this effects stuff, the shooting you,” he said, laughing. “I’m telling them ‘I’m ratio is huge. You can shoot for three days on warming to it,’ but they still aren’t asking me. I the glider and you end up with a tiny little setalked to Sam and I think it’s worth mention- quence.” ing we were having a hard time hooking up be2002’s “Spider-Man” is available to watch cause I was shooting a movie in Spain and he online on Starz, Hulu and other streaming was in LA and busy and hard to find the time to platforms.

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

Moore On Life

By Cindy Moore

October surprise Well it’s that time of year when doom and gloom and a hint of destruction fills the air. And by that I mean just another typical day in 2020. It’s been three years and 2020 is still here!

2020 is like my portly Aunt Fiona at the dessert table during Thanksgiving. She just won’t go away.

“Hey Fiona, I’d like some of that deep dish chocolate chip brownie cake with icing and sprinkles and a hefty dollop of whipped cream too.”

But too late; she’s finished eating it with the serving spoon straight out of the glass baking dish and is carrying it with her as she heads towards the pumpkin pie ala mode.

So 2020 is about to serve up another tasty treat; Asteroid 2018VP1. Such a bland name. Let’s just call him Todd. Apparently Todd is the size of a refrigerator. (Shh! Keep it down. Don’t’ say refrigerator around Aunt Fiona.) Anywho, this this could be a really big deal.

The last asteroid to hit earth was in 2018 when a small 9-12 foot space rock hurled towards southern Africa, named Asteroid 2018 LAZLAF…Sheila! Upon entry, she grew into a bright fireball then made a big boom-boom and blew to bits. This is what eventually will happen to Fiona if she doesn’t stop eating.

“FIONA! Save some pie for the rest of us!”

Todd is much bigger, much like Fiona. He’s hurtling towards the earth at 25,000 mph. It’s reported he’ll buzz the earth on Nov. 2. Hmm? Suspiciously right before the big election vote tally.

I knew those politicians were up to something.

I call this interference with the election and want to know who’s behind it. Now we may never know the results of the election; we may never know the fate of the union!

I have an idea that just may save the planet and the election from destruction.

“FIONA! There’s a refrigerator hurtling towards the earth. Get your catcher’s mitt!”

You can thank me later.

Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings.

Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder.

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

ACROSS 1. Beginning of flu, e.g.

6. Espionage agent 9. *Warsaw Pact opponent 13. Ringworm 14. Romanian monetary unit 15. Well-known 16. Contain the ashes 17. Paris’ ____ De Triomphe 18. Wear away 19. *Group of President’s advisors 21. *Balance partner, pl.

23. Ever, to a poet 24. Joker, e.g.

25. Type of coniferous 28. Man Ray’s genre 30. Switches topics 35. “Beware the ____ of March” 37. Large casks 39. Beyond suburban 40. Fatalist’s future 41. Weasel’s aquatic cousin 43. City of Taj Mahal 44. Tossed or passed 46. Ready and eager 47. “I ____ With You” by Modern English 48. Water pipe 50. Diplomat’s forte 52. Grain in J.D. Salinger’s novel 53. Miso bean

55. One of Indiana Jones’ quests 57. *Part of Congress 60. *One who introduces a bill 64. Recurring pain 65. Consumed 67. Baby grand, e.g.

68. Relating to Hinduism 69. Siren’s domain 70. Tiny island 71. Fencing weapon 72. Trinitrotoluene, for short 73. Two-player strategy board game DOWN 1. Ear-related 2. Santa Maria’s companion 3. Give the cold shoulder 4. Like Halloween night 5. Turned skin into leather 6. Blind segment 7. ____ capita 8. New Mexico’s state flower 9. Narcotics agent, for short 10. Every which way 11. Koppel and Kennedy 12. Percy Bysshe Shelley’s poem, e.g.

15. Avian rest stop 20. Muse of love poetry

22. Store posting, abbr.

24. Choral composition 25. *”Miranda Rights” amendment 26. Leading potatoproducing state 27. Yesteryear style 29. *Serving on a jury 31. *One of five U.S. territories 32. One that insists 33. Ahead of time 34. *List of candidates 36. Radio button 38. Red Cross supplies 42. Summary 45. Sushi restaurant burner 49. “Too ____ to handle” 51. ____ of Cancer 54. Brewer’s staple 56. Snack of Jewish origin 57. Edmund Fitzgerald, e.g.

58. Marine eagle 59. Lymphatic swelling 60. *John Roberts’ spot, e.g.

61. Black Friday lure 62. Half of binary code, pl.

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