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November 2, 2011 Vol. 90 No. 44

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WITS is celebrating its tenth anniversary as a nonprofit organization dedicated to recycling and/or refurbishing electronics, computers and surplus equipment and getting them back into the community for educational use. Angela Haas, president and CEO, is passionate about the organization’s mission: reuse first, then recycle. The nonprofit works to keep used equipment out of landfills and provides those in need with the technology to accomplish their education and/or career goals. WITS is dedicated to underserved populations and nonprofits. Everyone will have the opportunity to receive complete computer systems and peripherals free or for an incredibly affordable rate. We also offer free computers for those who are desperately in need of a computer to continue their education or for career advancement. WITS will donate 500 computers to families this Christmas, and Haas said she is in need of families. Not money, not computers, but families. “Right now I have less than 100 applications,” she said. Nonprofits and individuals may nominate deserving families who meet income guidelines. Families may even nominate themselves (one computer per family). The Computers for Christmas program is in its fifth year. “Last year we gave away 300 computers, and this year our goal is 500,” Haas said. “Right now I have 800 computers in my warehouse. I want to give them away.” The nomination deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, December 2. Individuals nominating themselves or another family not part of an “Angel Tree” program must include: 1. Last name of family and names and ages of children (if any). Include full resAround Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

idential address. 2. Address/Phone of contact person for computer pickup/distribution if different. 3. Proof of low income or government subsidy status (section 8 housing or children’s lunch assistance program does qualify). 4. Reason family needs/wants computer - give us your story. 5. How many computers or laptops already in household or any owned previously - and if you need training.

5. Address/Phone of contact person for computer pickup/distribution. Please send all information to: WITS attn: Holiday Computers, 647 E Holly Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63147. Nomina-

tions may also be faxed to 314.382.1730, attn: Holiday Computers. For more information, please call 314.558.0090 or visit www.witsinc.org.

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November 2, 2011

America Recycles November is America Recycles month, and WITS is participating by accepting items at all of its 22 permanent sites all month long. Typically the permanent sites are open only one day per month, but during November, area residents may bring in things like televisions, computers, monitors, peripherals, appliances and more free of charge with no quantity limitations. During November, the following items will also be accepted: • Styrofoam • Books, Newspapers, and Magazines • Clothes and Shoes • Reusable Toys (will be donated to families for Christmas) • Medical Equipment • Scrap Metal and Parts

Baby Items (donated to shelters and "moms" groups) • Secure Documents (shredded by Always Green at later date) • Household Batteries • Holiday Lights and Decorations • Reusable Dishes, Silverware, Linens and like Small Household Items • Sorry - Mattresses, Tires, Furniture and Household Hazardous NOT Accepted! “People don’t want to be limited to two televisions or two monitors,” Haas said. “For a lot of the organizations it’s about the money. For us it’s keeping these things out of the landfill and getting them back into the community while creating jobs. We’ll even take parts and pieces of televisions and appliances. We teach people how to break things down and handle them appropriately.” In north St. Louis County, please drop off the items at Ritenour High School, 9100 St. Charles Rock Road, St. Louis, MO 63114. WITS will also pick up recycled items from residents or businesses. For more information about America Recycles, please visit www.witsinc. org, or call 314.382.1650.

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Eleven years after its inception and more than 135,000 coats later, the Warners’ Warm-up Coat Drive has become a dependable resource for impoverished men, women and children in the bi-state area. The Maryland Heights Police Department is once again teaming up with the Kurt Warner First Things First Foundation and Operation Food Search for the 11th Annual Warners’ Warm-Up Winter Coat Drive. From November 1-14, Maryland Heights residents and businesses are encouraged to donate new and gently-used winter coats at the Maryland Heights Police Department (11911 Dorsett Road) and the Maryland Heights Centre (2344 McKelvey Road) to help keep our neighbors warm during the cold winter months. Operation Food Search will ensure the coats get to those who need them most. For more information about the local drive, contact Officer Steve Osterloh at 314.738.2330. To find out more about Warners’ Warm-Up, visit www.kurtwarner.org.

Shrine of Old St. Ferdinand Receives Donation

The Shrine of Old St. Ferdinand in Old Town Florissant recently received a very generous gift of $2,000 from the faculty and staff of the Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans. Many of the staff/faculty toured Old St. Ferdinand Shrine in June when they were at the Academy of the Sacred Heart in St. Charles for a meeting of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools, St. Philippine Duchesne’s legacy in America. They were so impressed with the Shrine that they wanted to make a donation to help with its preservation. The Shrine is most grateful for their generous support. www.blackjackfire.org

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Hazelwood Firefighters Commit to Wear Seat Belts On-Duty The Hazelwood Fire Department has taken the lead by being among the first in St. Louis County to have all its firefighters pledge to wear seat belts when they drive or ride on fire apparatus. This declaration for firefighter safety is being spearheaded by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, through the “Everyone Goes Home” campaign. Retired Fire Chief Steve Arnold is a Missouri Advocate for the “Everyone Goes Home Program” and a Fire Service Safety Instructor. “Apparatus and vehicle accidents are the second leading cause of firefighter line of duty deaths,” Arnold said. “Many of those (from left to right) Ret. Ferguson Battalion Chief Mike Petroff of the Nationdeaths can be attributed to the lack of wear- al Fallen Firefighters Foundation presents plaque to Hazelwood Acting Fire Chief Dave Radel at a recent City Council meeting. ing seat belts by fire service personnel.” This seat belt pledge is the latest tool to raise awareness among firefighters everywhere about the importance of buckling up before they leave the station on an emergency 911 call. Fire departments across the country are taking the pledge, but none until now in St. Louis County. “The promotion of seat belt use is being woven into the fabric of our day-to-day logistics,” said Hazelwood Fire Department spokesperson Randy Getz. “Our newest truck sounds an alarm in the cab when the parking brake is released and not all of the seat belts are buckled.” But on older fire trucks without this technology, there is plenty of data to suggest that firefighters – like automobile drivers and passengers everywhere – are not fully on board with this safety practice. Recent news headlines such as “Michigan Firefighter Ejected in Tanker Rollover,” “Texas Firefighter Ejected in Fire Truck Crash,” “Baltimore Firefighter Injured in Fall from Truck,” and “Hillsborough County, FL, Paramedic Killed, Not Wearing Seat Belt” give some validity to this claim. “Firefighters are just a microcosm of seat belt use in general everywhere, by everyone,” Getz said. “The latest Missouri numbers tell us that 69 percent of all vehicle occupants killed in crashes over the past five years were not wearing seat belts. Of teenagers, ages 15 to 19, killed in crashes, 76 percent were not wearing seat belts. How can our society allow this kind of behavior to continue?” The “Everyone Goes Home Program,” started by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, aims to reduce the number of fire service on-duty deaths by urging such safety protocols as seat belt usage. This non-profit foundation was created by an act of Congress and is based in Emmitsburg, Maryland. “We would like to issue a challenge of our own to the residents of Hazelwood,” Getz said. “Take your own pledge to wear seat belts. Change long-standing habits, if necessary. Make sure all of those riding in your vehicle are buckled up as well, and remind teen drivers to do the same. We feel that if we can take the pledge and commit to this safety practice, everyone else can too!”

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Busting Diabetes Health Fair What you don’t know can hurt you.

Did you know that 1-in-3 people with diabetes do not even know they have it? This disease isn’t something to mess around with. If you haven’t been tested lately, now is the time to get checked. The Christian Hospital Diabetes Institute presents the Busting Diabetes Health Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 5 at Christian Hospital’s Detrick Building Atrium. If you have diabetes or just want to learn more about it, join us for this comprehensive event designed to educate and provide the tools to help you make informed decisions about your health. Visit educational booths and participate in a free glucose screening. Space is limited. For more information or to register for this free event, please call 314.747. WELL or 1.877.747.WELL.

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Black Jack City Clerk is Now Certified Municipal Clerk

Nationwide Test of the Emergency Alert System The Emergency Alert System, formerly the Emergency Broadcast System, will conduct a nationwide test at 1 p.m. Central Time on Wednesday, November 9. The Emergency Alert System (EAS) is a national warning system that is designed to transmit emergency alerts and warnings to the American public at the national, state and local levels. The test will be conducted in cooperation with the FCC, FEMA, and the National Weather Service.

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Black Jack City Clerk Karen Robinson was recently awarded the designation of Certified Municipal Clerk. Deni Donovan, Bellefontaine Neighbors city clerk and a member of the Public Relations Committee for the Missouri City Clerk’s and Finance Officer’s Association, visited the Black Jack City Council meeting and congratulated Robinson. This certification is a combination of education and experience. Black Jack Mayor Norm McCourt said, “I am very proud of what Karen has accomplished and appreciative of her efforts to be a knowledgeable and competent City Clerk.” Robinson has been with the City of Black Jack for 10 years.

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While many Florissant families are busy with holiday activities, a group of local volunteers is focused on filling empty shoe boxes with school supplies, toys, hygiene items and notes of encouragement for needy kids overseas. Florissant families are participating in the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind – Operation Christmas Child – an effort that has hand-delivered 86 million gifts to kids worldwide since 1993. This year-round project of Samaritan’s Purse is peaking as local businesses, churches and schools prepare to collect gift-filled shoe boxes during National Collection Week, November 14-21. Volunteers may drop off their shoe box gifts at Parker Road Baptist Church, 2675 Parker Road in Florissant. The church will collect the donated shoe box gifts from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on November 14 and 15; 1 to 6:30 p.m. on November 16; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on November 17 and 18; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on November 19; 2 to 5 p.m. on November 20; and 8 to 10 a.m. on November 21. Operation Christmas Child, a project of international Christian relief and evangelism organization Samaritan’s Purse, uses whatever means necessary to reach suffering children around the world with these gifts of hope, including sea containers, trucks, trains, airplanes, boats, camels and dog sleds. Tracking technology also allows donors to “follow” their box to the destination country where it will be handdelivered to a child in need. To reg-

ister shoe box gifts and find out the destination country, use the Follow Your Box donation form found at www.samaritanspurse.org/occ. How you may get involved: • PREPARE – Enlist families, churches, scout troops, community groups and businesses to take part in creating shoe box gifts for needy children worldwide. • PACK – Fill shoe boxes with school supplies, toys, necessity items and a letter of encouragement. Step-by-step shoe box packing instructions are available at www.samaritanspurse.org/ occ. • PROCESS – Sign up to join Operation Christmas Child volunteers at the collection site in Florissant as part of the effort to prepare millions of shoe box gifts for delivery to underprivileged kids on six continents. For more information on how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call 636.300.3190 or visit www.samaritanspurse.org/occ. National Collection Week for gift-filled shoe boxes is November 14-21; however, shoe box gifts are collected all year at the Samaritan’s Purse headquarters in Boone, N.C.

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Hazelwood Officer Receives Distinguished Valor Award As a result of placing his own life in jeopardy while on-duty in order to apprehend a dangerous suspect, Hazelwood police officer Jason Perkins is a recipient of the Distinguished Service Citation for Valor Award. Hazelwood Chief of Police Carl Wolf and Mayor Matthew Robinson presented him with this honor at a recent City Council meeting. The incident occurred on June 23, 2011, at approximately 11 p.m. while Perkins was patrolling the 8400 block of Latty Avenue in Hazelwood. He heard what appeared to be multiple gun shots coming from the Midwood Avenue and Sagewood Lane area. Following his instincts, he traveled west on Hatina Drive and then turned right onto Woodhurst Drive and continued going north on Woodhurst. Perkins saw a suspicious individual wearing a black jacket and black jeans walking along the side of the road just inside the city limits of Hazelwood. He exited his patrol car and identified himself as a police officer. The subject turned to face him and began firing rounds from a weapon. Perkins ducked behind his vehicle and returned fire using his department issued service weapon. The suspect then began to run east on Sagewood and attempted to jump a fence. After not being able get over the fence, the suspect ran further east on Sagewood and then turned south. Perkins chased the suspect on foot and found him climbing another fence at 8318 Sagewood. Since the suspect was using both hands on the fence and not holding a firearm, Perkins holstered his weapon and drew his Taser. He then ordered the suspect off the fence. When the suspect started running towards him, Perkins fired the Taser. It struck the suspect, stunning him. This enabled Perkins to gain control of the suspect at which time he notified dispatch to send an ambulance to his location. During the interrogation, it was determined that the apprehended subject had just been involved in a shooting in Berkeley. In accordance with the department’s Operational Guideline 03-0G-08, Awards Program, Section 11, paragraph B, a six-member awards committee was formed. They all agreed to recommend Perkins for the department’s Distinguished Service Citation for Valor Award.

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New Allied Contract Approved by Hazelwood City Council The Hazelwood City Council approved a new solid waste and recycling contract with Allied Waste Services which took effective on November 1. As part of this agreement, Allied recently began delivering free 95-gallon trash containers to all one- and two-family residences in preparation of automated residential pick-up of trash and recycling beginning at the first of the month. To implement this automated collection process, Allied will be using trucks with mechanical arms that lift the containers and deposit the debris into a trash/recycling compacter. The new 95-gallon trash containers are constructed with durable plastic, wheels and a lid to make them sturdy enough to withstand the constant handling. Residents should place both of their carts, trash and recycling, at the curb before 6 a.m. on pickup day. The containers need to be at least one foot from the curb or edge of street, and at least three feet away from all other objects. Because Allied is providing new trash containers, Hazelwood residents will no longer need to purchase their own. Those who are currently renting a cart from Allied for trash will no longer receive a bill for it as well. Hazelwood residents are urged to continue using their 65-gallon recycling cart for recyclable materials. Any residents having problems with their existing recycling container can request a larger size automated recycling container for free by contacting Allied’s Customer Service at 636.947.5959. Another benefit to Hazelwood residents is a decrease in their monthly fee for solid waste and recycling curbside services. Instead of paying the current rate of $17.79, their rate will drop to $14.79 – a $3 discount starting November 1. Also,

the senior/disabled rate will be reduced to $7.40 per month. In order to qualify for this 50 percent senior discount, Hazelwood residents must be at least 62 years of age or older. The same discount is available to head-ofhousehold residents who are 100 percent disabled and can verify this with documentation from Social Security. Forms needed to apply for the discount are available at the Public Works Office in Hazelwood’s City Hall, located at 415 Elm Grove Lane. Applicants must bring the following documentation with them: 1) a copy of their driver’s license that confirms birth date, name and address; or 2) documentation proving 100 percent disability from the Social Security Administration. Allied’s new contract with the city of Hazelwood also calls for going to once a week service. “In an effort to promote recycling, there is a growing trend to conserve resources,” said David C. Stewart, PE/CPM, director of Public Works/ City Engineer, for the city of Hazelwood. “Not only would this help reduce the frequency of collections in our community, but also it would lower the rate of wear and tear on the city’s infrastructure with fewer trucks on the road. In addition, it would enhance the beauty of our neighborhoods by reducing the amount of trash containers sitting out by the curb on a daily basis.” A map showing the trash/recycling collection days and the streets assigned to the new pick-up routes may be found on the city’s website, www. hazelwoodmo.org in the “Allied Trash/Recycling Services” section. More details about other optional services provided by Allied for Hazelwood residents may be found there as well.

(from left to right) Hazelwood Chief of Police Carl Wolf presents P.O. Jason Perkins with the department’s Distinguished Service Citation for Valor Award at a recent City Council meeting. Mayor Matthew Robinson assisted with the presentation and congratulated Perkins for a job well done

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Novembere 2, 2011

Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce Seeks New Logo

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The MHCC has been in existence for 35 years. The organization has grown and developed over that time and is now looking for a logo that truly sets it apart. To make sure they find the perfect design, organizers have created a logo contest that is open to the community. Interested artists must submit designs that: 1. Utilize the values and goals in the MHCC mission statement; 2. Are appropriate for a business setting; 3. Are completely original; no copying is accepted; 4. Are easy to manipulate and scale for print and web production. The contest is open to anyone, and there are no limitations to the number of entries that can be submitted. To be eligible, any person submitting a logo design for this contest must complete a consent and release form and provide it to MHCC by 11:59 p.m. on November 30, 2011. Forms may be obtained on the MHCC website, www.mhcc.com. Entries must be in EPS, JPEG, TIFF, PNG BMP or PDF format. Only Vector images will be accepted. Colors used must be CMYK only, and be capable of being reproduced in grayscale/black and white. An explanation of the logo design is advised, but not required, and should be provided separately. The Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce will award a prize to the individual who submits the selected winning design. This recipient will receive: bragging rights, an invitation to the unveiling of the winning design at a MHCC membership luncheon, one banner ad in email distribution to MHCC membership and one business card size ad in MHCC e-newsletter for three months. No cash value, non-refundable, non-returnable, other restrictions may apply. Some prizes may change but maintain current value. Prizes must be claimed by December 31, 2012 or will be forfeited. In person submissions may be dropped off at the office. Email and fax submissions must be sent to Kim Braddy via email: kim@ mhcc.com or via fax: 314.576.6855. All entries must be delivered by 11:59 p.m. on November 30, 2011.

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1. Shelter Insurance Chris Hamilton with Shelter Insurance celebrates the opening of his new office at 3323 N. Highway 67 in Florissant. Attending the ribbon cutting on Oct. 12 were, from left to right, Fred Hippo, Shelter Insurance regional sales manager; Seth Rediger, Shelter Insurance district sales manager; Jasmine Clark, receptionist; Greater North County Chamber president Carolyn Marty; Chris Hamilton; Florissant Mayor Tom Schneider; and Chamber vice chair Julie Berthold. For more information, call 314.831.2226. Photo by Debbie Wright. 2. AAMCO Transmissions AAMCO Transmissions, a member of the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce, celebrated its grand opening at 1180 N. Hwy 67 in Florissant. On hand for the ribbon cutting were, from left to right, Chamber Vice Chair Julie Berthold, Chamber President Carolyn Marty, AAMCO owner David Fuchs, Florissant Mayor Tom Schneider, AAMCO Corporate Representative Philip Rahall and Chamber Ambassador Bill Bush. For more information on AAMCO Transmissions, call 314.831.0389. Photo by Debbie Wright. 3. Brief Reflections Resale, LLC Brief Reflections Resale, LLC, recently celebrated its grand opening at 111 rue St. Francois Street in Old Town Florissant. Pictured inside the shop is owner Juanita Miller and her husband James. A member of the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce, Brief Reflections is an upscale womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resale shop which features clothes, accessories and jewelry. For more information, call 314.972.1121.

November 2, 2011

Pattonville Hosts 16th Annual Wheelchair Basketball Benefit Pattonville staff members will take on the St. Louis Junior Rolling Rams when Pattonville High School hosts its 16th annual benefit wheelchair basketball game. The friendly competition will take place from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, November 3 in the Pattonville High School gymnasium, 2497 Creve Coeur Mill Road in Maryland Heights. The event will include half-time entertainment, raffles, a silent auction and an appearance by St. Louis Cardinals' Fredbird. This evening of family entertainment is sponsored by the Pattonville High School Peer Assistance and Leadership (PALs) classes. Admission is $4 and raffle tickets are $1. No passes may be used. All proceeds benefit the St. Louis Junior Rolling Rams. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance by calling 314.213.8051, ext. 8018.

PHS to Hold Trivia Night to Benefit All-Night Graduation Party Pattonville High School is sponsoring a Trivia Night at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, November 11 at the school. All proceeds from the event will help fund the Class of 2012 All-Night Graduation Party. The party provides Pattonville seniors with a fun, safe way to celebrate their graduation. Interested persons may sign up as six-person teams for $60 per team or as individuals for $10 if they don't have a team and would like to be assigned to a table. Light snacks and soda will be provided, but teams may bring their own food if they wish. To register, contact Pattonville Assistant Principal Luke Lammers at 314.213-8051, ext. 8015 or email llammers@psdr3.org. To download a Trivia Night flyer for more details, go to http://www.psdr3.org/NewsInfo/pdf/PHStrivianight2011.pdf.

Pattonville "Pre-Candidate Forum" Set for November 15 Pattonville will host a “Pre-Candidate Forum” for persons interested in running for a seat on the Pattonville Board of Education. The forum is set from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 15 at the Pattonville Learning Center, 11097 St. Charles Rock Road in St. Ann. Those interested in attending should RSVP by calling 314.213.8001. Pattonville Board President Bob Dillon and Dr. Michael Fulton, superintendent, will discuss several topics related to serving on a Board of Education, including what a school board does, characteristics of an effective school board, board relationships and governance, expectations of board members, strategic planning, history of Pattonville board and bond issues, time commitments and state-required training. Filing for seats on the Board of Education begins at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, December 13 and ends at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, January 17. Candidates may file to run for office during normal business hours, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Pattonville Learning Center. There will be two seats up for election on the April 3, 2012 election ballot. Each seat is for a three-year term.

Pattonville Alumni Association Plans Crazy Bowl The Pattonville Alumni Association will hold its first annual Crazy Bowl on Saturday, November 12 at King Pin Lanes, 12249 Natural Bridge Road in Bridgeton. Registration begins at 6:30 p.m., and the first game starts at 7 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the association's scholarship fund for Pattonville High School seniors. Tickets are $20 for adults (ages 19 and older), $15 for students (18 and under) and free for children 5 and under who are bowling with their parents. Prices include three games (one regular, one crazy and one prize game), bowling shoes and one pizza and pitcher of soda per lane. The event will also include an auction, raffles and 50/50 drawings. To purchase tickets, contact Pattonville Alumni Association President Paula Schneider at jlslpaula@aol. com

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NCCU Honors Three HSD Students at 2011 Youth Appreciation Dinner North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice (NCCU) honored three Hazelwood School District students at its Fifth Annual Youth Appreciation Day Dinner at SSM-DePaul Health Center in Bridgeton this month. This year’s theme was “The Power of Youth.” Senior Brittney Watkins and sophomore Kirsten Henderson, from Hazelwood West High School, received community service/ exemplary citizenship awards, while Courtney Andrews, a sixthgrade student at Hazelwood East Middle School, received an award for his academic achievement. “I was a little scared but excited. I haven’t got up to speak in front of a group of people in a long time,” said Andrews. A straight-A student, Andrews said math is his favorite subject. “I like working with numbers,” he explained. His parents, three sisters and grandfather all attended. One of his teachers nominated him for the recognition. Three members of the Hazelwood Central High School String Quartet, along with director Kimberly Jackson, provided musical selections before and during the program for the audience’s enjoyment. Dr. Rance Thomas, NCCU president, and Dr. Barbara Thompson, NCCU vice president, presented the awards. They read some of each student’s honors, extracurricular activities and words of praise provided by the person or people who nominated the student. After receiving their award, students told the audience who a mentor in their life is and if present, called that person up to the podium for recognition as well. “It feels really great to receive such an honor,” said Watkins, who attends Central Baptist Church. She plans to attend Princeton University and major in political science. “I enjoy history and English. I just like words, they have always fascinated me since I was a young girl and history. I like learning about the past because it can help you move forward into the future.” Henderson, who was nominated by the City of Hazelwood Police Department and St. Martin de Porres Church in Hazelwood, volunteers some of her time at her former elementary school, Lusher, and her former middle school, Hazelwood Northwest. “I was thrilled, excited and just really, really happy to be seen and recognized for what I have done in the community,” said Henderson. After graduation, she said she plans to attend the University of Missouri-Columbia and specialize in physical therapy. “My favorite subject is math. I just like to work with numbers,” she said. “But at the same time, I like health class because I like to learn what goes on in my body.” Superintendent Dr. Steve Price, HSD Board of Education members Desiree Whitlock and Dr. Brenda Youngblood and Hazelwood West High School Principal Dennis Newell also attended the dinner.

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November 2, 2011

Word of the week:

Youngest Pick: “Backout”

ferly\FER-lee\ , noun; 1. Something unusual, strange, or causing wonder or terror. 2. Astonishment; wonder.

adjective: 1.Unexpected; strange; unusual. Example Sentence: Lord, ye’ll have all the folk staring as if we were some ferly. – Margaret Oliphant, Kirsteen

Statepoint Crossword Theme: American History

Community News is proud to offer our readers “Book Buzz.” This column will feature great books for children in three categories: Youngest Pick: early childhood to the first or second grade, Middle Pick: elementary school children, and Oldest Pick: middle school children. Enjoy!

Power outages give us “ins” into opportunity, force us to find electrifying ways to entertain ourselves. That’s what happens to a New York family in “Blackout,” written and illustrated by John Rocco. Using detailed pictures and sparse text, Rocco relates the story of a little girl in a family too busy doing their own thing to engage with one another. Bored, the child turns the TV on when all she really wants to do is play a board game that requires four. She scores when the lights go out. Suddenly dad can’t cook on the stove, mother’s computer goes blank, and sis wails ’cause her phone is dead. With nothing working, the family rediscovers each other and their neighbors, too, in a book with a message that would have turned Thomas Edison on too.

ACROSS 1. Give this and they take a mile 5. 4 qts. 8. *Original one had six frigates 12. Small, olive-gray bird 14. *Given name of civil rights advocate Wells 15. Fairytale dust-sprinkler 16. Sour in taste 17. 1985 Oscar-winning Kurosawa movie 18. Small island 19. *FDR’s response to Great Depression 21. *U.K., France, Russia to U.S. in WWI 23. Salt in Mexico 24. Radio station location 25. Women’s undergarment 28. Bum 30. *Famous doctrine introduced in 1823

was named after him 35. *Cold War enemies, slang 37. Novelty dance of 1960s 39. Middle measurement 40. Relating to the ear 41. Mount _____ in Israel 43. Indian nursemaid 44. It often precedes “havoc” 46. Scat singer Fitzgerald 47. Kamarupan languages 48. Chewy stuff in “Baby Ruth” 50. Cocoyam 52. Short for Leonard 53. Italian automobile manufacturer 55. Proof of identification, pl. 57. *Fort _______, where Civil War began 60. *Cold War armed conflict locale

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Leaves

Chilly

Spanish: otoño

Spanish: hojas

Spanish: frío

French: Automne

French: Feuilles

French: Froid

German: Herbst

German: Laub

German: Kühl

Polish: Jesień

Polish: Liście

Polish: Chłodny

Russian: Осень

Russian: Листья

Russian: Холодно

Italian: Autunno

Italian: Foglie

Italian: Freddo

Greek: Φθινόπωρο

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Movie

November 2, 2011

“In Time” With a plot that mirrors the current world economic situation, “In Time” is a movie that appears to be on top of current events. At a time where no one ages past 25, time has become the new currency. Each person is born with a life clock preloaded with a year of time to use once they become 25. When a clock hits zero, however, the unfortunate owner drops dead on the spot. Additional time must be earned, donated or won through gambling or fighting. Thieves, also known as “Minute Men,” target those with more than a few weeks, leaving the victim with an hour or two to live. Time is transferred by clasping wrists or by using electronic scanners. Those born into wealthy families control the most time. A few people can become immortal, but only at the expense of the millions struggling for every single minute. Timekeepers like Raymond Leon (Cillian Murphy) ensure that too much time doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. Justin Timberlake plays Will Salas, a day laborer who is literally living day-to-day. The glowing digital readout shows him how much time he has left, which is typically less than 24 hours. Will and his friends have to work double shifts to live, but daily inflation makes the cost of living a daily struggle. A chance encounter with a wealthy stranger (Matthew Bomer), though, leaves Will with more than a

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century on his life clock. After a lifetime of grubbing for time, Will wants to beat the system and bring the wealthy to their knees. “In Time” appears to borrow from the plot of “The Price of Life,” a brilliant short film that appeared on PBS’ “American Playhouse” in 1987. The short looked at a world where time really is, as the old saying goes, money. Unlike the more thoughtful short film, “In Time” is a thriller with overtones of the current “Occupy Wall Street” movement. Director and Photos courtesy of 20th Century Fox screenwriter Andrew Niccol creates a world where time is money, but corruption and greed remains the same. While “The Price of Life” raises moral questions about hoarding time, Niccol makes untimely death a natural part of the movie’s landscape. The bodies of those who have “timed out” litter the streets in the universe created by Niccol. By favoring action over story, “In Time” is a somewhat unsatisfying waste of time and money. “In Time,” rated PG-13 for violence, some sexuality, partial nudity and strong language, currently is playing in theaters.

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Sports

November 2, 2011

Sports You See... With Gary B. World Champion St. Louis Cardinals-Tony Retires Local Player Wins Two MVP Awards 11 World Series wins in 2011–11 in 11–You never get tired of sitting on the edge of your seat just about every inning the past month or so as the got into the playoffs the LAST day of the regular season and won the World Series on the LAST day of the series. We never got tired either of wondering if our hometown guy David Freeze could come through again AND again. Freeze ended up being the most valuable player twice in the series for the trophy. This Cardinal team and their accomplishments in 2011 is said, ‘will go down in history as one of the best story lines of comebacks’. The team NEVER lost their drive when they started their come back at 10½ games out of the playoff picture in late August. As announced Monday, Tony LaRussa retires on a very high note. He started playing ball at 17 years old. For 10-years he played as a pathetic player (he said) and since 1979 he managed for three organizations, the Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics and St. Louis with two World Series wins with the Cards and one with Oakland and four times Manager of the Year. Pictured is 6-year old JAX BAKER 1st grader at Our Lady of Lourdes School bringing his Rally Squirrel to the Sports Café in Bridgeton on the night the Cards took the title. He is the grandson of Barb Richter. ~~~As Jack Buck would say ‘That’s A Winner’ Statue Of Pujols November 2 At His Restaurant At 11:00 am today an unidentified individual paid to erect a 10’ high statue of Albert Pujols in front of his restaurant in West Port Plaza. It will be on the parking lot side since it was too heavy to place in the plaza area. ~~~ As the song goes, ‘Will he stay of will he go?’

Rams Win First Game-It Was In The Cards Rams 31-New Orleans Saints 21 Head Coach Steve Spagnuolo talked a little about some of the St. Louis Cardinals with their World Series trophy being at the game Sunday. “Also I want to say, I very much appreciate the Cardinals manager Tony (LaRussa) and his players for coming over today. They’re in the middle of an unbelievable celebration, I can only imagine. For them to take the time to come here, I want them to know how much that means to us. We certainly felt part of what they did Friday night and I hope they felt a little bit apart of what happened here today. We came out with the mindset that we talked about last night and that’s why you win. The guys rally together.” Coach was asked if it helped that the Cards were there, “My guess is it did because when our football team was at their game in Dallas we felt part of it and certainly with them coming over it’s like, ‘They’re here.’ It was a wonderful weekend for St. Louis fans. I’m tremendously happy for them and this city and what happened over the weekend. Hopefully we can look forward to more of that.” NEXT RAMS HOME GAMES: 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 ~~~Two pro teams help each other-it’s a mind game Former Rams Player Bringing Business to STL Az Hakim and Steve Crawford Wide receiver and punt return expert Hakim played for the Super Rams in 1999 and for 10-years as a professional football player. Crawford and Hakim will be bringing a very special type of business to the area within the next month or so. Former Rams great half back Marshall Faulk will also be a part of this new and exciting venture. ~~~Stay tuned for more information

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“Over the Fence”

Traffic Law Hypocrisy Revisited I have often commented on the hypocrisy of Missouri’s traffic laws that allow drivers to use cell phones while driving, especially for texting. When the legislative response to the complaints from citizens with an IQ exceeding that of a fence post was to make texting illegal until drivers reached drinking age, it seemed like something that would bring a gleeful cackle from the Wicked Witch of the West. I also commented on the Missouri drivers test being yet another of Missouri’s legal hypocrisies. License applicants are tested to see if they obey stop signs, 20 mph speed limits and the ability to parallel park. Some of them fail miserably but are allowed to take the test as many times as they desire. Eventually, even those with no talent whatever pass and are issued a license to drive a two-ton vehicle during rush hour in the rain while they jabber on cell phones…or text for those who live long enough to celebrate their 21st birthday.

Remember billboards stating, “Driving is a full time job?“ Hypocrisy knows no bounds. What I’ve seen lately is more than a few drivers exceeding the speed limits by large margins that really don’t know how to drive fast. By that, I mean they have no idea of the risks or how to offset them by looking far ahead for obstructions. Some are those with no talent for driving, just as some piano students who don’t have talent for playing a piano. Obviously, most drivers never become A. J. Foyt, and most piano students never become Liberace. Hope for a happy medium. Yet the worst of them obtain drivers licenses and sometimes become statistics or cause others to become statistics…and it’s happening more everyday. The automotive industry has, for decades, advertised the latest safety standards of their products. Airbags and seatbelts have saved many lives along with many other safety features. More traffic scofflaws are being ticketed. We’re finally told driving is much safer because of all this. We’ve created a monster. Too many drivers think they’re safe. In reality, anyone that thinks they’re safe driving a multi-ton vehicle with a tank of volatile fuel on a highway at speeds far exceeding those of a race horse with hundreds of other vehicles doing the same are suffering an extreme case of naivety. Odds are that rush hour with bumper-to-bumper traffic will have more than a few who have that serious case of naivety; especially the ones tearing along while talking on cell phones. Admittedly, a few drivers can do this and not cause accidents. The problem is with those who only think they can. Many want to change this but abandon it when they realize the huge industry and tax structure that owning an automobile supports. When any new traffic law comes before the legislature, you can bet some of the legislators are representing the best interests of the automotive industry. Bring cell phone restrictions in front of them and it’s a sure bet some of them represent the best interests of cell phone companies. Therein lies the rub. It’s how we are allowed to drive in rush hour at breakneck speeds while sending text messages…as long as we’re over 21. Protecting unskilled drivers by endangering the skilled isn’t working. If we’re to change this hypocrisy by Missouri lawmakers, it appears we must have enough money to pay for the campaigns of those who currently represent these industries. Since we don’t, perhaps we had better increase defensive driving to a level of WWII soldiers that ducked bullets while www.woodard247.com storming Normandy beach.

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Motivation Does external motivation work? I suppose in some cases it might. Then again, if I were truly externally motivated I wouldn’t need Weight Watchers for the umpteenth time. I’m a big believer in internal motivation. Our oldest child hasn’t seen the light yet. Christopher’s life philosophy boils down to a couple of key points: taking the easiest route to the finish line and doing something he’d rather not only if there’s something in it for him. Before I continue, please understand that not many people in this world have a bigger heart than Christopher. He simply doesn’t understand the point of some of the “general education” courses college students are required to take (you know, the old “I’ll never use the Pythagorean Theorem, so why should I have to learn/ study it?” attitude). Personally, I believe good grades are their own reward, and we’ve never paid for grades. I’ve done the research, the reading, the planning…and our Christopher still has yet to see the light. Our goal? A college education for all three of our children, and we try to impart our wisdom behind this goal on a daily basis. So recently, Jim and I have allowed evil thoughts of external motivation to seep into our brains. The external motivation factor actually started

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really took me under their cross country wings this year. “I admit it,” I said sheepishly with my eyes cast down. “I bribed Michael to get a lower time.” “With what?” he asked. “A 20-piece McNugget meal,” I said, laughing because the whole proposition sounded completely ridiculous when I said it out loud. Michael finished the race and Rob stood at the finish line in near disbelief. “He finished in 21:19!” he said. “I tried to bribe my kid with an iPod!” “I’m new to the whole external motivation thing, but I’m cheap,” I told Rob. “I had to start small. Shoot, McDonald’s was advertising 50 nuggets for $9.99… maybe that will be our next level!” Michael dropped his time again in 2010, and in 2011, but not until the very last meet of the season. Turns out the NMF (nugget motivation factor) wasn’t the magic charm I thought it would be. There’s only so much we can do to motivate our children in life. It is our job to encourage and guide them, but it’s their race to navigate and win.

Chase Away the Chill with Chili

(Family Features) When there’s a chill in the air, nothing warms better than a bowl of chili. It’s true that many chilis require long, slow cooking, but luckily not all do. This comforting, one-pot meal can be on the table in under 30 minutes.

Savory and satisfying, the base for this chili is simple: a can of Southwestern Bean Salad. Seasoned with a hint of heat and chili powder, this canned combo of black beans, kidney beans, corn and hominy is a perfect chili starter. Adding lean, quick-cooking pork tenderloin or chicken breast, chopped tomato and bell pepper makes a top notch chili in no time. Chili is just right for dinner on a busy weeknight, but is also a great dish for casual weekend entertaining. Set out sour cream, cilantro and shredded cheese for toppers and let guests help themselves to a hearty bowl. Pair with a corn muffin or tortilla chips to round out the menu. A can of Southwestern Bean Salad is the start for many delicious options beyond chili. Of course, it’s a ready-to-eat quick side dish – just open the can – but the possibilities are endless. Add chopped tomatoes and cilantro for a sassy salsa. Simmer with sautéed bell pepper and onion, and some vegetable broth for a scrumptious vegetarian soup. Or, for a zesty dip, puree it in the food processor leaving it slightly chunky. For additional recipes and information about Southwestern Bean Salad, visit www.READsalads. com.

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crisp-tender. Stir in cumin, chili powder and tomato. Add beer; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes. 3. Stir in bean salad; return pork to pan. Cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Add salt, as desired. Serve topped with sour cream and cilantro, if desired. Note: Additional liquid may be added if less thick chili is preferred.

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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.

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 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.

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.

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 hon-

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.

ored. 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 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.

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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 7452601 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. 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! 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 Each Monday: Line Dancing with Minnie 5:45 p.m. Beginners welcome. Every Monday and Friday: Fit to Go Exercise 1 p.m. Free. Classes led by personal trainer with the use of weights and resistance bands (provided). Nov. 3 and 17: Blood Pressure Clinic 10 a.m. Refreshments served. Nov. 3, 10 and 17: Tai Chi for Seniors 10:30 a.m. Reduce stress, strengthen joints, develop balance and coordination. Free. Nov. 8: Veteran’s Day Happy Hour 10:30 a.m. entertainment by Tallberta. 11:30 a.m. Happy Hour and complimentary lunch to follow. Nov. 10: Medicare D & Prescription Drug Seminar-Presented by Walgreens 9 a.m. complimentary breakfast, followed by presentation at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 18: Project Hands 2 p.m. Volunteers needed to knit, crochet and quilt for various children’s organizations. Nov. 22: Thanksgiving Day Happy Hour 10:30 a.m. Entertainment by Anointed Praise. Happy Hour at 11:30 a.m. followed by complimentary lunch. Nov. 29: Buck Wurth Presents Snakes Alive! 10:30 a.m. and Happy Hour at 11:30 a.m. followed by complimentary lunch. SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings 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.

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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. 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. Nov. 3: Alzheimer’s Association Support Group 6 p.m. Bridgeton Community Center. Info: 314.291.0855. 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. 9: Cancer Support Group 5 – 6:30 p.m. May Center at SSM DePaul Health Center. Info: 314.344.6090. 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. Info 314.291.3399. Nov. 15: Grief and Loss Support Group 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bridgeton Trails Library. Info: 314.344.7080

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 314-

968-3477. • 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

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Horse Auction Bidding Now Through November 10 Best Bee Twistin is a sleek chestnut gelding that has enjoyed working with University of Missouri students. The inquisitive and athletic horse, and six others, will be sold Nov. 10 in the 5th Annual MU Online Horse Auction and Fundraiser. The horses have been raised and trained by equine science students in the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources as a way to give students handson experience in the equine profession and better prepare them for horse-related careers. Auction proceeds are used to care for the teaching herd and purchase classroom supplies, said Marci Crosby, director of the equine science program. “Additionally, this auction provides our students with valuable real-world experiences both in preparing horses for auction and professional communication with potential buyers – something they will need in their professional lives.” Two equine educational opportunities are offered at CAFNR, Crosby said. One grants a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science with an Equine Emphasis. Students here learn the science and physiology behind

equine management decisions and directly maintain a breeding program. The second opportunity is an Equestrian Science Minor offered in partnership with Stephens College. This riding based minor is geared toward future riders, equine event planners, horse show or stable managers, therapeutic riding teachers and clinicians. The Missouri Department of Agriculture reports that Missouri ranks third nationally in horse ownership. With an estimated horse population of 200,000 horses, the total value of all breeds exceeds $400 million and operating expenses are more than $200 million annually. The auction’s goal to place these horses in quality, life-long homes, Crosby said. “To achieve this mission, all horses are sold with complete medical records and detailed daily journals of each horse’s training program. All horses are up to date on their Coggins test, vaccinations, deworming, hoof and dental care.” CAFNR’s Animal Science Division has a reputation of raising quality horses with tremendous athletic potential, Crosby said. “This is truly a nice group of hors-

es. We are offering weanlings, yearlings and a two year old that has been started lightly under saddle.” Crosby said all of the horses offered for sale have been extensively handled. “All MU foals have been worked with since birth by students with varying levels of experience,” she said. “Our horses are accustomed to having their hooves, nose, eyes, ears and mouth routinely handled. They stand quietly for haltering, grooming, tying, deworming and vaccinations.” Information about the horses, sale terms and bidding rules are available at horses.missouri.edu. All bidding occurs online so buyers know the current price and can bid accordingly, Crosby said. To allow potential buyers an opportunity to see and personally inspect the sale horses, and observe them being worked by their student trainers, Crosby is hosting a Sale Horse Preview from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 5 at the MU Equine Teaching Facility, 4400 E. New Haven Road, Columbia. Bidding will close at 7 p.m. on November 10.

Great Ways to Use Leftover Halloween Candy! By Jill Cooper and Tawra Kellam • http://www.LivingOnADime.com Christmas candy is orange and black or if it has silver and gold wrappers instead of red and green. • Use leftover Halloween candy in Christmas baking and for making gingerbread houses. • Use grated or chopped chocolate in place of chocolate chips in cookies. • It is easier to cut candy into pieces if you freeze it first. • Break Butterfinger candy bars into peanut butter cookie dough. • Sprinkle chopped chocolates on a white or chocolate frosted cake or use them to top ice cream and cheesecake.

• Mix leftover chopped chocolates into cake mixes. • When making cupcakes, decorate the tops with one Hershey’s kiss or a mini candy bar. • Pour some leftover candy into a basket or pretty bowl to give to someone for a special gift. • Even a Christmas bag full of an assortment of candies would be a gift that would delight anyone – kids, adults, coworkers or neighbors. • When making apple butter, instead of your usual spices use 1/2 cup red cinnamon candies and 1 Tbsp. cinnamon for every 10 cups apples and your regular amount of sugar. We talk a lot about

what to do with leftover candy but don’t forget you can also do nothing with it but eat it! :) :) …my favorite thing! Stockpile bags of candy to use for school parties, birthday parties and so on. In my case, I have a huge candy jar I keep full for when the grandkids come to visit. I can go through pounds of it that way. It keeps forever so don’t feel that you have to hurry and use it. One reader, Karen, says, "After the kids are done Halloweening, I grab 24 candies for each child (I have 4) to save for a countdown to Christmas instead of buying the calendars in the stores. I usually keep them in a bag but you can get the kids to decorate shoe boxes or stick the candy to a calendar with tape."

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