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November 28, 2018

Distributing Bridgeton Landfill funds

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Submitted photo In 2013, the state filed a lawsuit due to the subsurface smoldering reaction at the Bridgeton Landfill located in Bridgeton. On June 29, 2018, the lawsuit settlement created a $12.5 million Bridgeton Landfill Community Project Fund. As a result, the Bridgeton community is being invited to participate in the allocation of those funds.

The Bridgeton community is being invited to participate in the allocation of a $12.5 million Bridgeton Landfill Community Project Fund

By Charlotte Beard In 2013, the state filed a lawsuit due to the subsurface smoldering reaction at the Bridgeton Landfill located in Bridgeton.

On June 29, 2018, the lawsuit between the Missouri Attorney General on behalf of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources and Republic Services (Bridgeton’s parent company), Allied Services, and Bridgeton Landfill, LLC was settled. One of the terms of the settlement created a $12.5 million Bridgeton Landfill Community Project Fund. As a result, the Bridgeton community is being invited to participate in the allocation of those funds.

St. Louis Community Foundation’s Elizabeth George, Director of Philanthropic Advising, and Neosha Franklin, Communications Coordinator, are working to help ensure the involvement of those who are impacted by the project.

The first community meeting has already taken place and the next one will be Thursday, Nov. 29 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Foundry Arts Center located at 520 N Main Center in St. Charles. The next two meetings will take place on Dec. 4 at Pattonville Heights Middle School located at 195 Fee Fee Rd in Maryland Heights

from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.), and Dec. 8 at St. Louis Area Foodbank, Hunger Engagement Center located at 70 Corporate Woods Dr. in Bridgeton from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Prior to the community meetings, the foundation, which will be managing the distribution of the funds, conducted over 30 interviews and small group meeting with close to 75 people. The community meetings will focus on the possible initiatives that fall into the list developed by The Missouri Attorney General on behalf See ‘LANDFILL’ page 2

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‘LANDFILL’ from cover of the Missouri Department of Natural Resource and Republic Services, Allied Services, and Bridgeton Landfill, LLC. The initiatives include physical health, behavioral health, healthy living and community greening, basic needs, youth and family services and public safety. All initiatives must promote the betterment of the environment, public health and safety.

The foundation’s representatives shared, “The settlement specifically states that the funds must be used for the communities affected by the subsurface reaction, including St. Louis County, St. Louis City, and St. Charles County, provided; however, that priority shall be given to funding projects and initiatives that are located within, or which shall primarily impact or benefit persons located within, a four mile radius of the Bridgeton Landfill. Our focus is on funding initiatives and projects that will physically be within the four-mile radius and/or those that will positively impact people living and/or working within that four-mile radius.”

The representatives also shared that any 501(c)3 nonprofit that wants to be granted funds as a part of this project to serve the community does not need to exist within the four-mile radius, but the project or initiative must be located within or serve the people who live and/or work within the four-mile radius.

“No funds have been allocated as of yet,” stated representatives. “The community meetings are the last step in our process to determine community needs and interests for the use of the funds before issuing requests for proposals from 501(c)3 nonprofits.

We anticipate that the first request for proposals will be issued early in 2019.”

The St. Louis Community Foundation wants to ensure that the public is aware that the Bridgeton Landfill Community Project Fund cannot be used for any of these reasons: payments to individuals; direct or indirect acquisition of any real property; the support of any type of legal proceeding; the reimbursement or payment for any past expenses, damages, or losses incurred by any person; or any project

or initiative created or funded by the state of Missouri. However, distributions to fund any environmental cleanup project authorized by Missouri law will be allowed.

The St. Louis Community Foundation representatives stated that they have four years to distribute the funds; not all funds will be distributed in 2019.

“Some funds will go to smaller projects and some will be earmarked for larger projects,” stated the representatives, “based on community needs and interests.

We envision that the distribution for larger projects will take longer; thus, we will thoughtfully and diligently be working towards identification, selection and support for these larger projects. We are honored to be entrusted with the Bridgeton Landfill Community Project Fund and are committed to using these funds for the betterment of the impacted community.”

The community project fund is just one component of the settlement and does not single-handedly address needs that may arise due to the status of the Bridgeton Landfill. Other sources indicate that the maintenance and mitigation of the landfill will continue under the supervision of the state.

Republic Services, Inc., has guaranteed performance of those activities, and secured a $26 million bond and agreed to provide $61 million of additional funding to assure future performance of those obligations. In addition, Bridgeton was ordered to pay $3.5 million in penalties and damages to the state.

On June 29, Josh Hawley, now United States Senator-elect, stated, “After years of hard-fought litigation, we have reached an agreement that holds Bridgeton accountable and recognizes the ongoing challenges faced by community. This agreement provides a path forward to ensure that the site will remain controlled and stable, and that it will continue to be closely monitored and studied under the supervision of the state. This agreement does not end our engagement with the landfill, but rather represents an ongoing commitment to ensure the site is controlled, and the community protected. Our hope is that this settlement is a first step toward allowing the community to begin the healing process.”

All community meetings for the project fund are open to the public. Though not required, the public is asked to RSVP to bridgetoncpf@stlgives.org with the date you plan to attend.

COMMUNITY VOICES It’s all about finding the balance

By Jessica Denham As the cooler fall temperatures begin to arrive, there’s a much different feeling in the air these days. With the change in season comes a change in tempo for myself and many others now that summer vacation is long gone and everyone is back into the swing of their everyday work or school routines. Managing the kids’ busy schedules and working that 9-5 job might feel like a struggle. And especially now that the holidays are right around the cornerhere, life in general this time of year can feel a bit hectic at times.

In today’s high- speed, high- pressure and high-stress world, it’s not just balance between work and family that’s hard to find. There are so many other things we have to balance in our daily lives, which can include school, volunteering, friends, leisure time, recreation, relaxation, caring for others, caring for ourselves, and meeting physical needs. These are just a few of the things many of us are balancing all of the time, often without realizing it.

I’ll be the first to admit that there have been days where I felt so worn out and thought I had reached my breaking point,

closing off everyone around me. If only there were more hours in the day, maybe I could get more accomplished and not feel so rushed all the time. Or is it even possible to find the balance? Autumn arriving means that it’s time to kick things into gear, but that does not mean that we must take on the challenge all by ourselves.

It’s not uncommon that we shut out those around us when life feels overwhelming.

But personally, I’ve discovered that balancing my crazy schedule is easiest with the collaboration and support from close friends, family and co-workers. These are the people that continue to be there for me through the low points when I’m feeling discouraged and they’re the first ones to lift me up when times call for celebration.

Countless studies out there have shown that these relationships can actually help us cope with the stress and high-pressure situations we inevitably face. Having a tight network who will encourage you as you move through the various stages in life can make it easier overall to succeed when you let others provide support when needed. This balance of well-roundedness

and wholeness allows us to reach our goals and our purpose in life while reducing our stress levels. So, as you embrace this new season, I encourage you to think about how finding the balance can positively enhance your life and the lives of the people who are closest to you.

With more than 12 years of public relations and communications experience, Jessica Denham is currently Public Relations Manager for WGU Missouri. Prior to joining WGU Missouri, Jessica served as an account manager with the American Red Cross. Jessica holds a Master of Business Administration from Webster University, a Master of Arts in Nonprofit Management from Washington University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from DePaul University. Jessica also dedicates a great deal of time to programs that help young men and women increase their self-esteem.

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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Letters from Santa For a personal reply from Santa, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

Santa c/o JFK Community Center 315 Howdershell Road Florissant MO 63031

Please include some personal information about the child.

Santa will respond with personal letters throughout the holiday season. All letters need to be received by Dec. 15 for Santa to have enough time to reply.

For more information call 314-921-4250

Snowman building contest If you think you build the best snowman in your neighbourhood, then we have a contest for you. From Nov. 1 to Feb. 28, 2019, anytime it snows build a snowman. Take a picture of yourself and the snowman, and send it to the Florissant Parks Department office along with an application. Prizes will be awarded. The Youth Advisory Commission will be the judges of this contest.

You must be a Florissant resident to enter and 15 years of age or younger to qualify. Pick up an application, email a digital photo to jsteib@florissantmo.com, or send your picture with your child’s name, address, phone number and age to:

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Christmas in Old Town to feature Santa and tree lighting ceremony The city of Florissant and Old Town Partners will be co-hosting Christmas in Old Town with Santa on Dec. 1 from 2 to 4:30 p.m. in the Florissant City Council Chambers.

There will be light refreshments and snacks to enjoy. Santa Claus will be there and fun activities are planned like face painting, a clown making balloon animals, music, storytelling and children’s crafts. Many of the retail shops and restaurants will be open in Old Town so you can enjoy dining, shopping and all the holiday festivities.

At 5 p.m., the annual tree lighting ceremony will take place on the front lawn of city hall. From the city hall balcony Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider and the 2018 Valley of Flowers Queen Yen Nguyen and her court will do the honors of

Attn: Snowman Contest JFK Community Center 315 Howdershell Rd. Florissant, Missouri 63031 For further information, call 314-921-4250.

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City of Pine Lawn Mayor Terry Epps (center) receives a donation from CEO’s Armand and Vanessa Slaughter (from left) of G.I.V.E., LLC, an organization that helps communities with resources for the purpose of empowerment.

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switching on the Christmas lights to official start the holiday season.

Also there will be Project Lift Off for fifth to eighth graders at the James J. Eagan Center at #1 James J. Eagan Drive from 6:30 to 9 p.m.

For more information contact Old Town Partners at 314-837-0033 or visit their website at www.florissantoldtown.com.

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Youth of the Year winner announced at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis Great Futures Gala

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) named Kahalia Adams as the 2019 Youth of the Year. Being named Youth of the Year is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can receive and a signature national youth recognition program that celebrates the recipient’s contributions to their family, school, community, and their Boys & Girls Club.

The winner was announced at the Great Futures Gala, the largSubmitted photo est fundraising event for the Boys Youth of the Year top finishers were (from left) Second Place Winner, Danielle Kain ($2,500); & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis Third Place Winner, Fatuma Euli ($1,000), Fourth Place Winner, Jennifer Sandford ($500) which raised a grand total of over and Youth of the Year Winner, Kahalia Adams ($5,000). $400,000 and met its “fund-aneed” goal of $120,000-plus that same evening. am, but it is grooming me for the type of women Kahalia, age 17, is a junior at Parkway North that I want to become. ” High School and has been a member of BGCSTL Now that she’s won the honor, Kahalia plans to Herbert Hoover Club for ten years. In addition to fulfill her purpose and use her voice to positively winning the Youth of the Year title and honor to influence young people across the nation. Once represent the club as a Teen Ambassador, she won she graduates from high school she plans to atthe Wanda and Michael DeHaven Boys & Girls tend her dream college, Jackson State University.

Clubs Youth of the Year scholarship in the amount Kahalia was selected from a group of four finalists of $5,000. And, a Honda Accord courtesy of Frank who shared their stories of outstanding leadership, Leta Automotive Group! service, academic excellence and commitment to During her speech given at the organization’s living a healthy lifestyle at the Great Futures Gala. largest fundraiser of the year, the Great Futures “The Youth of the Year program honors our naGala, held on Nov. 9 at the Chase Park Plaza, tion’s most awe-inspiring young people on their Kahalia reflected on the impact the Boys & Girls path to great futures and encourages all kids to Clubs had on her life, saying, “Being a member lead, succeed and inspire. All of the honorees are gives me the opportunity to be around like-mind- shining examples and living proof that great fued individuals who aspire to be more than their tures start at the Boys & Girls Clubs. We are so current situations. The club impacted my life tre- proud of all of this year’s participants who took mendously by giving me a controlled environ- the time to complete a challenging yet worthment to thrive in. I believe that my divine purpose while process. All possess the ability and ambition involves leading my generation by example; while to be successful, and, should be recognized for setting the tone for the youth and the elders by their leadership, service, academic achievements carrying myself with the respect and dignity I ex- and commitment to live a healthy lifestyle,” said pect from others. These things would be unattain- Dr. Flint Fowler, President, Boys & Girls Clubs of able for me without the guidance of the club. The Greater St. Louis. club has not only shaped me into the young lady I

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Community Spotlights

Floyd’s Tire and Car Care Center continues long tradition of excellence

What to expect at your yearly visit to your OBGYN

Floyd’s Tire and Car Care Center has been in this community for over 80 years. Floyd’s Tire was started in 1929 by original owner Richard Floyd who retired in 1963. Jack Bardall ran the business, then known as Floyd’s Car and Home, until his death in 1987. The current owner, Mike Gabriel, opened the shop for complete auto maintenance in 1988.

Prior to Floyd’s, Mike Gabriel and his with Dorothy (who goes by Bo) ran Mike’s Sunoco on St. Charles Rock Road and Mike’s Auto Repair on Woodson Road.

At Floyd’s Tire and Car Care Center, we service the entire vehicle – brakes, engines, transmissions, tires and of course we are a recognized inspection station for safety and emissions. We sell quality tires, both new and

In the ever-changing landscape of health care, it’s hard to understand or know what is recommended for your best health. One thing that has not changed however, is that women should see a gynecologist once a year for a well-woman visit.

A well-woman visit includes a pelvic exam, Pap test and breast examination. As you get older, or as your health changes, your well-woman visits will include other tests and referrals for things like mammograms.

The routine of a well-woman exam has changed in recent years. For example, starting at the age of 21 women should receive their first Pap smear. However, if the test is normal, you won’t receive another test for three years. New recommendations state that women, with low-risk factors and who are between the ages of 21 and 29 years of age, only need the test once every three years. Women ages 30 and over may be able to get screened even less frequently, every five years. “Risk factors that lead to more frequent Pap smears include women with a history of cervical cancer or a Pap smear that showed precancerous cells, those with weakened immune systems or a history of smoking should all receive more frequent testing,” says Kinsey Dinnel, MD, OBGYN with SSM Health Medical Group.

It is still important to visit your gynecologist every year. “It’s all about preventative health,” says Dr. Dinnel. “You can’t just go to the doctor only when you’re sick. As you age, your body changes and will experience

used. Our hours are weekdays from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Our technicians receive constant updates and training on new vehicles and we operate with the newest technology available.

Many of our customers are long time, repeat residents in and out of the area and we always welcome new customers to give us a try. You will see Nikki at our front counter.

Email your questions and make sure to come in for all of your service needs.

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new challenges.

A well-woman visit is there for you to understand your own personal health risks and how to readily avoid them,” he says.

Physicians say it’s important for you to ask questions, Kinsey Dinnel, MD talk about your stress levels, your nutrition, your mood, your medications, your sex life and your family’s health history. “Nothing is off the table,” says Dr. Dinnel. “Asking questions and raising concerns helps your health care provider know what’s important to you and what he or she should screen you for,” he says.

Your yearly, well-woman visit is covered at no-cost under most insurance plans. Many SSM Health physicians have next day appointments available too. To find a physician close to you visit www.ssmhealth.com/ access.

Kinsey Dinnel, MD has an office located at 7840 Natural Bridge Road. To schedule an appointment you can find him online at www.ssmhealth.com or give his office a call at 314-833-3546.

The RVer who came in from the cold Most RVers in December are heading south or storing their RV, but not Adrienne. She is heading for Harmonie State Park in Indiana.

Piddle here, piddle there, but finally at 4 p.m. on Dec. 7 she’s off. Her first stop is at Quality Times RV Park in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. So far, so good except she couldn’t get hot water. She calls service in the morning. How many ways can you turn three bypass valves until you get hot water?

She continues down Highway 64 from Mt. Vernon and turns south at Carmi following the banks of the Wabash River toward New Harmony. New Harmony is one of those places that was out of the way a hundred years ago and is still out of the way. But people find it and pay tribute to its charm and uniqueness.

Harmonie State Park is still open. Hiking trails are the attraction for Adrienne. In the evening she listens to CDs until the batteries die in the second act of “Carmen!”

She calls to report that the weather is OK, but a little cloudy and the house battery is dead. Sunday night the rain starts and continues for 14 hours. When she calls I comment “you are lucky it isn’t snow.” She replies: “I know. It’s cold here and the campground is almost flooded. I better get out of here before everything turns to ice.” But she did find the kill switch for the house battery.

The weather gets worse. I can imagine the tenseness of driving through snow driven by 40 mph winds and a wind chill of zero degrees. She calls. “I’m 27 miles from St. Louis according to the last sign. I didn’t stop over in Mt. Vernon. The motorhome is warm inside, except when I switch from heat to defrost.

Then my feet get cold. I am at a rest area. I should be home in about an hour.” I felt like the guy in the light house trying to coax a ship to shore during a storm, except I got no light!

About 7:05 p.m. on the longest day, the Fourwinds creeps down our narrow Kirkwood street. Adrienne deftly backs into grandma’s level driveway and just sits in the driver’s seat letting the adrenaline bleed off. I approach the motorhome, “Have a nice trip?”

She replies, “Yeah, let’s go in and see mom and I’ll tell you all about it.”

“Mom” has traveled through 47 states since the 1950s in their 1954 Byerly trailer. The two veteran RVers talk about the adventure like it was just another trip. As for me, I was glad the ordeal was over, and I didn’t even go!

RVs create memories, some more vivid than others. Create your own memories in an RV from Byerly in Eureka, Missouri. Follow us on Facebook and check us out at www. byerlyrv.com or call 636-938-2000.

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Florissant honors veterans A chilly but mostly dry day in Florissant allowed parade goers to see a spectacular Veterans’ parade followed by the presentation of the Veteran of the Year award that was held on at the VFW Post 4105 on rue St. Francois where the parade concluded.

The 2018 Veterans’ Day Parade was held on Nov. 11 that coincided with the 100th Anniversary of the 1918 Armistice ending the hostilities of World War I on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. At Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider’s request, many Florissant area churches tolled their bells at 11 a.m. that morning in recognition of the historic centennial significance of the hour and to ring out a message of hope for freedom and peace.

This year’s parade marshal was Dennis Klier, who was last year’s Veteran of the Year winner. This year’s Veteran of the Year award went to: Richard Rosenkoetter. Richard’s entire military service was spent in the Artillery in the Fire Direction Center.

He spent thirteen months in Korea in A battery, 6th battalion, 37th Artillery, 2nd Infantry Division and then he went to the 1st Infantry Division in a missile unit and finally to the 24th Division in an 8” self-propelled artillery unit.

He has been a member of the VFW since 1969 and served as Quartermaster twice at Post 4105 for a total of six years, the American Legion since 1983 and the Korean War Veterans, Chapter 4 since 2009 where he currently serves as their Finance Officer. Richard and wife Jeanette have a blended family of seven children, twelve grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Included are two sons who are retired military, one from the Army and the other from the Navy.

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Photo courtesy city of Florissant (From left) SGM US Army (Ret.) Carl A. Hargus, Director, Service to Veterans – MO Veterans Commission (Ret.) stands with Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider holding his award that was presented to him by VFW Post 4105.

(Ret.) was the Emcee. This year’s Guest Speaker from the United States Marine Corp. was Retired Master Sergeant (MSgt.) Russell W. Avery.

Schneider also (US Navy Seabee Vet) addressed the assembly with remarks about the morning of Nov.11, 1918 when the fighting continued until 11 a.m. when the moment arrived that was to end all wars. After his remarks the mayor was taken by surprise when he was presented with a plaque from the VFW Post in recognition for his support for veterans and for his 40-plus years of service to Florissant as a councilman and mayor.

The award’s ceremony can be viewed on the Florissant government access channel or online at www.florissantmo.com.

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Debunking common myths of assisted living Making the transition to an assisted living lifestyle can be challenging. It’s important to find an environment that suits your needs and interests. Whether you want cozy surroundings with fine amenities or around-the-clock assistance, assisted living facilities (or ALFs) are a practical choice to enjoy your retirement in a safe, secure environment. ALFs can help you maximize your independence and provide you with the quality of life you deserve.

Myths about ALFs: Myth: I won’t have the independence or care I seek at an ALF. You can choose how much assistance or independence you need. Some ALFs provide residents with prompt medical attention and routine health care based on their level of need and ability to perform day-to-day tasks.

Myth: ALF’s aren’t exciting and enriching enough for my lifestyle.

Residents can enjoy deluxe dining, group outings and activities, seasonal festivities and more. There’s never a dull moment.

Myth: An ALF won’t feel like home.

Select communities come with luxuriously furnished, private or semi-private rooms while others offer a blank canvas for residents to personalize to their tastes. ALF staff members are dedicated to the well-being of seniors, providing an authentic community

with the comforts of home.

Making the Right Choice If assisted living sounds like a lifestyle for you or a loved one, research your options to get the most out of your experience.

• Know your options.

When it comes to finding care, it’s good to “shop around.” Visit the facility’s website or, if you’re able, take a personal tour of the campus.

• Talk about it.

Family and friends with ALF experience can recommend which ALFs provide excellent services. You can also read online reviews to compare communities.

When touring, ask ALF representatives a few questions about: • Amenities included in the cost.

• Accommodations, such as a special diet or pet allowance.

• Types of care programs.

• Visitation hours and curfews.

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For more information about ALFs, or to find a community in your area, visit eldercare.org or contact your local Area on Aging.

With quality senior living for seniors in mind, this is an article sponsored by The Bridge at Florissant.

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mation call 314-831-6121.

Nov. 28: Karaoke

Nov. 30 - Dec.1: Christmas fundraiser

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

Nov. 30: Chicken dinner

Chicken dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more infor-

Library Friends Ferguson FLIERS presents FLIERS treasures, a trinkets and treats sale on Nov. 30 from 9 a.m.

- 5:30 p.m. and Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. in the auditorium of the Ferguson Library at 35 N. Florissant Road. There will be gifts, vintage goods, books and home-baked treats. Donations accepted at library. For more information call Janie Norberg at 314-521-4663.

Dec. 1: Breakfast with Santa

Calvary United Church of Christ, at 2501 Hartland Avenue, invites the community to join them for their annual Breakfast with Santa from 9 - 11 a.m. The cost is $4 for adults and children three and older. Cost includes breakfast, photo opts with Santa and crafts. All are welcome the day of the event, but advance reservations help to better prepare. Call 314-429-7464 for reservations or directions.

Dec. 1: Project Liftoff

Project Liftoff XXVIIII, a drug free, alcohol free, tobacco free holiday D.A.R.E. party sponsored by city of Florissant, Florissant Youth Advisory Commission and D.A.R.E (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) taught

by Florissant Police Officers in Flo-

rissant area schools, takes place from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the James J. Eagan Center in Florissant for fifth-eighth graders. There will be DJ music, game room, ice skating, swimming, contests and door prizes. Refreshments are free pizza and Pepsi products.

Admission is $6 in advance, $8 day of event. Florissant resident card required to purchase ticket. Tickets required upon entry. Tickets are on sale now at the JFK Center or JJE Center.

Tickets sales day of event: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at JJE only. Tickets will not be sold at the door. For more information call the James J. Eagan Center at 314-921-4466 or JFK Center at 314921-4250.

Spectrum quartet and the Parkway Southwest Middle School Choir highlight the St. Louis Civic Orchestra’s annual Winter Holiday concert at 3 p.m. at Logan University’s Purser Hall at 1851 Schoettler Road in Chesterfield.

The St. Louis Civic Orchestra will perform a variety of holiday favorites at its Annual Holiday Concert. Tickets are available online at the St. Louis Civic Orchestra’s website stlco.org, or the day of show at Purser Hall. Adult tickets are $18 each, students/seniors (55 and up) are $12 each, and children five and under are free. Special discounts are available for seniors and students, and various group special offers are also available.

Dec. 2: Holiday concert

Dec. 5: Ornament decorating

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The Florissant Parks and Recreation Department need your help decorating their trees at the John F. Kennedy Center and the James J. Eagan Center. In this program, the children will make a total of four ornaments: one for the trees at each center and two to take home. Ages two-to-five years old will be at 6 p.m. and six-to-10 years old will be at 7 p.m. Cost for residents is $10 and for non –residents is $12. Location of the ornament decorating event will be head at JFK Center. For further information, call 314-921-4250.

Dec. 10: Christmas house decorating contest

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Applications are free to Florissant residents and are available at the James J. Eagan Center, JFK Community Center and Florissant City Hall. Parks and Recreation prizes are awarded to the best decorated homes. Temporary yard signs acknowledging first, second and third place winners will be posted.

The city will remove the signs within one week. Deadline to apply is Dec. 10 at 5 p.m. Judging will begin at 6 p.m. on Dec. 12. For more information call 314-921-4466 or 314-921-4250.

Dec. 15: Visit with Santa

Visit with Santa at the James J. Eagan Center from 10 - 11:30 a.m. You may obtain tickets by showing your resident card and paying $2 or for non-residents $5. Open to non-residents after Dec. 4. A limited number of tickets will be available. Tickets are available at the JFK or JJE centers. Light refreshments will be provided. Bring a camera for a photo with Santa at the James J. Eagan Center. For more information call 314-921-4250 or 314-921-4466.

RECURRING EVENTS Any time: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine by appointment

#1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant. Donations accepted. Docents needed.

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Every month CORP Legal Services provides: legal document preparations such as wills, deeds and power of attorneys at no cost to St. Louis County seniors 60 years and older. There is an income limit. Contact the coordinator at 314-615-0931 for more information.

www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • November 28, 2018 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: Volunteer drivers

call 314-831-0988.

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.

The St. Louis County Older Resident Programs need volunteer drivers who live in St. Louis County to give a few hours during the day to provide transportation to and from doctor’s appointments for our senior residents of St. Louis County that lives near you! No weekends and mileage reimbursement is available. Call today at 314-615-4516.

Tuesdays: Vietnam Veterans Association meeting

Mondays: Choral Art Singers

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 or Connie McConnell, 314-831-5476.

Choral Arts Singers resume practice on Mondays, at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake St. Louis. This session will include performance at St. James Cathedral, Chicago on June 25. 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-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: 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

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.

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Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604.

Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group

3-4 p.m., Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314.653.5331.

Thursdays: Bingo

Community Bingo at the Bridge At Florissant, at 1101 Garden Plaza Drive (intersection of Parker and Arlington) takes place on the fourth Thursday of each month from 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

There will be snacks and prizes. For more information call 314-831-0988.

Thursdays: Quilting guild

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

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 314.921.2316.

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.

Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?

Check out TOPS #361 Florissant group of supportive ladies. Meetings are on Wednesday mornings beginning at 9:15 a.m. at Florissant Church of Christ, 16460 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. If interested, please contact Shirley at 314-895-3528 for more information.

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 314.921.2316.

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314.994.3300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs.

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Ameren Missouri and United Way 2-1-1 partner to support active military and veterans throughout Missouri Ameren Missouri and United Way 2-1-1, in partnership with statewide Community Action Agencies, announced an assistance fund of $50,000 to help active military families and veterans throughout Missouri pay their utility bills.

The fund is part of Ameren Missouri’s Energy Outreach Program for utility assistance that was announced earlier this summer. The three-year plan will provide $5 million in support to nonprofit agencies to help customers in need throughout the state of Missouri with their utility payments.

“United Way 2-1-1 is proud to join with Ameren Missouri on this effort to help military families and veterans who have served and protected our country,” said Regina Greer, senior vice president of community

partnerships for United Way of Greater St. Louis.

“Through this fund, we hope to help many families facing hardship and encourage military families and veterans to call 2-1-1 for help.”

In addition to the $50,000 assistance fund, Ameren has a long history of supporting veterans and military families. For the tenth consecutive year, Ameren has been nationally recognized as a Military Friendly Employer by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs, STEM Jobs and Military Spouse.

“Our military veterans have been key contributors in helping carry out our mission ‘To Power the Quality of Life,’” said Mark Lindgren, senior vice president, corporate communications and chief human resources officer for Ameren. “We are proud to celebrate ten years

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of this designation and our continued commitment to recruiting and hiring more veterans and military spouses, as well as supporting veterans and military spouses in the communities we serve.”

The program runs through Dec. 12, or until the $50,000 is accounted for. Veterans, active military members or their spouses are eligible to apply for assistance and must be without service or have a disconnect notice for their Ameren Missouri utility bill. Interested applicants should call United Way 2-1-1 at 211 or 1-800-427-4626 to find a partnering Community Action Agency. A maximum of $250 per household is available to be used toward unpaid Ameren Missouri utility bills.

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The Residences offers premier luxury apartment living at the 309-unit complex located above street level retail at the Streets of St. Charles. Residents live in the heart of it all with access to unrivaled amenities and spacious apartments with first class features. Not only do the Residences attract those who work on site, it’s also home to many who work outside St. Charles County and in St Louis. The energetic vibe at Streets of St. Charles is what makes people want to call it home.

Streets of St. Charles is home to several local, regional and national office tenants, providing an extraordinary workplace environment for employees that includes a safe, well-lit covered parking deck, outdoor seating areas and convenient dining and retail choices on site.

With so much to offer, those living and/or working at Streets of St. Charles almost never have to leave the property.

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SHOP & DINE Widely known as a destination for great food, shopping and fun, Streets of St. Charles hosts an eclectic mix of local, regional and national restaurants offering fast casual to upscale farm-to-table options. Popular local boutiques and a diverse mix of services such as spa, fitness, hair and nail salons make Streets of St. Charles an attractive destination for the metro St. Louis population!

Streets of St. Charles is proud to boast national tenant names such as AMC Theatre, Bar Louie, First Watch and P.F. Chang’s among others. Streets of St. Charles is also home to the area’s first Tru by Hilton Hotel, Pieology Pizzeria, Tucanos Brazilian Grill and Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, all of which chose Streets of St. Charles for their first locations in Missouri.

Pad 300, the newest addition to Streets of St. Charles, will also offer 20,000 square feet of prime street level retail and dining space, including Narwhals Crafted Urban Ice, with two stories of office space above.

Just as important as having a strong national tenant base, locally-owned small businesses are the lifeblood to any community, and Streets of St. Charles is no exception. Locally-owned and operated boutiques and shops, such as Olivino, MOD, Leopard Boutique, Brulee Boutique and Sole & Blues provide an eclectic mix of soft goods that keep patrons coming back for more.

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Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 30 minutes | Servings: 6 Ingredients: 1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon, olive oil 3/4 pound extra-lean ground turkey breast 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional) 1 can (15 ounces) German Potato Salad 1/2 cup light sour cream 2 cups frozen, thawed or canned mixed vegetables, drained nonstick cooking spray 1/2 cup bread crumbs Directions: Heat oven to 350 F. In large, nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil.

Add turkey, thyme, garlic powder, pepper and salt, if desired. Cook 5-7 minutes, until cooked through, stirring occasionally and breaking turkey into large crumbles.

Stir in potato salad and sour cream. Add vegetables; stir to combine. Spray 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Spoon in casserole mixture.

Toss together bread crumbs and remaining oil.

Sprinkle over casserole. Bake 30 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.

Substitution: Leftover chopped turkey (about 1 1/2 cups) can be cooked 2-3 minutes in skillet in place of ground turkey.

Find more simple recipes to enjoy during the holidays at READSalads.com and AuntNellies.com.

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Oscar Watch: Ali, Mortensen shine in ‘Green Book’

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Peter Farrelly and his brother Bobby earned a well-deserved reputation for making outrageous comedies. “There’s Something About Mary,” for instance, pushed the boundaries of good taste and made people double-check their hair gel.

“Say It Isn’t So” was a romantic comedy about a man who is in love with someone who may or may not be his biological sister.

Yet, the Farrelly brothers can impart valuable life lessons in their body of work. Actor/musician Jack Black took the lead role in their 2001 comedy “Shallow Hal.” The title character was an up-and-coming executive fixated on physical beauty, but he tends to strike out with women. A chance encounter with life coach Tony Robbins allows him to see inner beauty, which helps him fall in love with Rosemary, an overweight woman with a heart of gold.

Peter Farrelly’s solo project “Green Book” arguably is his best work to date. Based on real events, the film tells the story of the friendship between two men whose stations in life are quite different. Viggo Mortensen plays Frank “Tony Lip” Vallelonga, a New York City bouncer who is facing a temporary layoff. He lands a gig driving famed musician Dr. Don Shirley (Mahershala Ali) through the Deep South on a concert tour in the 1960’s.

The film’s title refers to a travel guide published decades ago to help black motorists finds food and safe lodging. This guide also leads to some ironic moments in the story. Dr. Shirley lives above Carnegie Hall in a well-outfitted

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apartment while Tony Lip sometimes struggles to maintain his Bronx home. On the road, Tony has no trouble finding a room but Dr. Shirley, despite his fame and fortune, sometimes must take sub-standard lodging.

It’s not fair to call “Green Book” a racially-reversed “Driving Miss Daisy.” Ali and Mortensen give solid, well-nuanced performances that stand on their own. Tony Lip initially comes across as somewhat racist when he disposes of drinking glasses used by two black workmen. Mortensen later shows how honorable Tony can be; however, when defending Dr. Shirley from attackers in a bar in the South.

Ali’s performance as Dr. Don Shirley is Oscar-worthy. Shirley was a well-respected and admired musician, but while performing at some venues, he was not allowed to use the restrooms because of his skin color (one manager suggested he use an outhouse). As shown in the film, one manager gave Dr. Shirley a prime parking spot in front of the venue, but he was not allowed to eat with Tony at the restaurant inside.

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Linda Cardellini also shines here as Tony’s wife, Dolores, who takes care of things at home while Tony is on the road. In this supporting role, Cardellini’s shows Dolores is a little more progressive than her husband. The actress also has wonderful moments reading Tony’s romantic letters that he writes on the road with help from Dr. Shirley.

“Green Book” also has a solid pedigree with Nick Vallelonga, Tony’s son, co-writing the script as well as helping to produce the film.

Tony Lip himself later became an actor and his work on “The Sopranos” was his crowning achievement. Some critics have already called “Green Book” a “feel good” movie about racism, but, in truth, it is a solid, well-constructed film with fine performances from the entire cast.

“Green Book,” rated PG-13, currently is playing in theaters.

Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work.

Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

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Yeggs

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Crossword: Holiday Songs

‘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 The big day of Thanks-gluttony has come and gone, but gone is not the gigantic turkey. I bought one the size of a toddler ostrich, because as we know, everyone wants to have an abundance on Photo courtesy Bigstock Thanksgiving.

Besides, what would the neighbors say? “Did you hear? The Moores ran out of dark meat and their company ended up eating the entire can-shaped cranberry glob. They’re all in the ICU getting their stomachs pumped as we speak.”

Because of my fear of coming up short, I overestimated everyone’s food intake and tripled every recipe.

Then my guests loaded up on the post-meal appetizers and doubled up on the post-appetizer snack-age and topped it all off with a few liters of beverage. By the time the dinner bell rang, their stomachs were already at capacity.

They were full before we could pass around the green bean casserole. Because of this, I have been left with enough bird protein to make club sandwiches for the entire NFL. I have thought of every use for leftover turkey possible from turkey pancakes for breakfast to turkey gumbo for lunch to…never mind; my husband drew the line at the shredded turkey Jello salad for dinner.

Even the cats have had it up to their whiskers in leftover turkey and still it comes.

It’s like zucchini during harvest time. Poor zucchini; it’s the fruitcake of the summer vegetables. Why is it that everyone can grow it, but

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By Cindy Moore no one wants to eat it afterwards?

If I was really brave, I would seek revenge on my neighbors for leaving their overgrown zucchinis last summer on my front porch in the dead of night. Now those zucchinis have been shredded and packaged and are frozen in bags in my freezer. We will survive on them during the apocalypse when no other food is available.

What I should really do is leave a package of turkey in tin foil on the front seat of all of their cars. But knowing my luck, it would get passed around the neighborhood and finally come back to my front porch in the dead of night.

But all is not lost. I have the perfect neighbor gift for Christmas: turkey-zucchini fruitcake.

I’ve got to get baking!

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. Rare bills 5. Clairvoyant’s gift 8. Snoopy 12. Time distortion 13. Show worry 14. Wyoming’s official sport 15. *John Lennon’s “Happy Xmas (War is ____)” 16. And elsewhere 17. Opposite of bonjour 18. *”Have ____ a Merry Little Christmas” 20. MTV’s “____’d” 21. Incessantly 22. A cool ____, as in money 23. *”Should auld acquaintance be ____” 26. *”Run ____ Run” sung by Chuck Berry 30. *Co-writer of #15 Across 31. Used tabulator key 34. Your majesty 35. 1965 Watts events 37. *”Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” sung by Brenda ____ 38. Mozart and Einstein, e.g.

39. Golly!

40. Dry ravine, in Asia 42. Not don’ts

43. Diplomatic alliance 45. Like empty hotel room 47. “Fat chance!”

48. Shenzi of “The Lion King” 50. Eastern European 52. *Vince ____ Trio of “Linus and Lucy” fame 55. Between violin and cello 56. Rainbows and such 57. Rumpelstiltskin’s weaver 59. Coral reef island 60. Facebook’s “psst” 61. ____ Mann of “The Simpsons” 62. Decades 63. Lt.’s inferior, in the Navy 64. *”Last Christmas” duo DOWN 1. *____ Turtle Doves 2. Not straight 3. Post-meal sandwich 4. Spring action, past tense 5. Like yesterday’s meal 6. Coffee burn, e.g.

7. Bread or cabbage 8. Having small nodules 9. Scandinavian war god 10. Radio button 11. *”All I want for Christmas is ____”

13. Bygone Spanish money 14. R in R.E.M. 19. Alex Haley saga 22. ____ pie in a sand box 23. Blacksmith’s hearth 24. Gibson garnish 25. Fowl perch 26. Film roll 27. Ronstadt, e.g.

28. Infectious protein particle 29. Bank job 32. *Like Elvis’ Christmas?

33. 10 decibels 36. *Deck’em 38. Ivory Coast neighbor 40. Utmost degree 41. Not sympathetic 44. Maryland Academy 46. Young and inexperienced 48. Second-largest Great Lake 49. Talks and talks and talks 50. It houses web content 51. “On Golden Pond” bird 52. Open-mouthed astonishment 53. Shakespearean “does” 54. Tiny bit 55. Port vessel 58. Mrs. Goldberg, e.g.

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