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Digging up the past Lindenwood University archeology students search for the location of the first church built in St. Charles

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By Brett Auten Lindenwood University students are really digging it now that it’s summertime. Literally. The university’s Department of Anthropology and Archaeological Research has started a six-week dig to determine the former location of the first church built in St. Charles. The dig, which began May 19, kick started the department’s 2016 field season and will take place 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 401 S. Main Street in St. Charles. Historians with an expertise in St. Charles believe that the church was completed in 1791 by the city’s French inhabitants. The project is led by Dr. Steve Dasovich, chair of Lindenwood’s Anthropology Department. The project location is open to the public for viewing only, weather-permitting. In all, eight students are helping Dasovich with the excavation that is spread across private property. Digging, dusting, shaking and sifting is all part of the process. “We are in search mode,” Dasovich said. “They are very eager. The students are trying to find colonial period artifacts and religious artifacts. We have found lots of material from the early 1880s so far but not the type of items that we’re really looking for.” The excavation is all old-school, done usually with just the students’ hands or a hand-held tool like a trowel. Occasionally a shovel will plunge into the soil but they have to be careful using that type of tool because of the damage that can be done to what it lands on. Dasovich and the students aren’t 100-percent certain that they are even in the exact location, but through research feel that they are close to certain as possible. “There are no maps and no descriptions of the church’s location,” he said.

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Cedar Lake Cellars ribbon cutting Photos courtesy Don Adams Jr. Junior anthropology and international relations major Sadie Dasovich (top) makes notes while sophomore anthropology major Alex Snyder (middle) and sophomore anthropology major (with emphasis in anthropology) Gwyneth Vollman dig at 401 S. Main Street in St. Charles to determine the former location of the first church built in St. Charles.

“Historians believe that it was at-ornear this location but it could be under a (nearby) building or sidewalk.” Spending six weeks laboring away at a project only to come up empty is a real possibility but it’s also one of the facts of the profession. “Most projects find nothing,” Dasovich said. “But what we do find, we can map the pieces in a practical aspect. It is like an outdoor laboratory.” Seeing as how the students are on private property, anything they find is not theirs for the taking. Instead, it will be washed, sorted and analyzed at the university over the next two years. “What we find is very fragile and breakable,” Dasovich said. “What these students find, other students will use over the next two years until we have another field class.” The students are in good hands with Dasovich looking over. Dasovich has served multiple elected positions on the board of directors of the Missouri Association of Professional Archaeologists, including being a past president. He has extensive experience in underwater archaeology, having con-

ducted projects in multiple aquatic environments in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Missouri. Dasovich has co-directed battlefield surveys organized by Missouri’s Civil War Heritage Foundation and the American Institute for BattleSee DIG on page 2

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field Archaeology, beginning with the Battle of Centralia survey in 2006 and including the First Battle of Boonville, the Battle of Island Mound, the first day’s battle of Fort Davidson, and the Battle of Marshall, all in Missouri. He has appeared in numerous national media outlets including the History Channel, the Discovery Channel, National Public Radio, and the National Geographic website.

Lake Saint Louis Police Chief Michael Force cautions residents not to fall for a phone call scam from the IRS. A resident recently called the department and reported an incident about a phone scam. The resident received a call claiming he owed money to the IRS and needed to pay it. The scammer instructed the resident that if he didn’t pay he would be contacted by local law enforcement. The resident, convinced it was a phone scam, ended the call. He received another call a short time later where the caller falsely alleged he was an officer from the Lake Saint Louis Police Department who was contacted by the IRS. The caller then directed the victim to pay what he owed the IRS. The resident ended the call. When the resident looked at his caller ID the number that was displayed was 636-625-8018, which is the Lake Saint Louis Police Department’s phone number. Technology involving a phone app makes it possible to display a false number on caller ID. Suspicious incidents such as this should be reported to your local police department. A similar scam currently being perpetrated involves receiving a phone call claiming that you have missed jury duty and a warrant is being sworn out for your arrest. You are advised that you have an opportunity to post bond in lieu of the warrant but that it will be entered in 10 minutes. After that it will be too late. The caller normally identifies themselves as a representative of the court and advises that you can pay by phone. Courts do not make phone calls to residents asking them to make payments over the phone. Again, you should report this or other suspicious activity to your local police department as soon as possible. Here are a few tips to always remember and some advice per the IRS website: • The IRS will never call to demand immediate payment nor will the agency call about taxes owed without first having mailed you a bill. • The IRS will never demand that you pay taxes without giving you the opportunity to question or appeal the amount they say you owe. • The IRS will never require you to use a specific payment method for your taxes, such as a prepaid debit card. • The IRS will never ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone. • The IRS will never threaten to bring in local police or other law-enforcement groups to have you arrested for not paying. If you happen to get one of these phone calls from someone claiming to be from the IRS and they are asking for money, hang up immediately.

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The Friends of SSM St. Joseph Auxiliary made a donation of $3,000 for nursing scholarships for nurses that wish to further their education as employees of SSM St. Joseph. Presenting the check (from left) were Marcella Gordon, Treasurer of the Auxiliary, Karen Zerr, President of the Auxiliary and Anitra Galmore, VP of Nursing/CNO.

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Wentzville woman to compete Camie’s Literacy Group makes annual book for the title of Mrs. Missouri donation for youngest Wentzville students Heather Kemper-Hussey will represent the area as Mrs. Wentzville in the Mrs. Missouri America Pageant to be held in Chillicothe on June 18. This competition is the state preliminary to Mrs. America and Mrs. World. Delegates compete in three categories. The interview comprises of 50 percent of the score, swimsuit accounts for 25 percent and the remaining 25 percent is from the evening gown competition. At the local level, contestants make appearances at community events, fairs and festivals. Mrs. Wentzville will be promoting her platform The Sparrow’s Nest Teen Maternity Home by speaking to groups and volunteering at activities. Heather is married to her husband Robert Hussey. Together they reside in the Wentzville area with their five children Victoria (20), Nick (14), John (10), Isabella (3) and Leo (9 mos). She has over 15-years of experience in the public relations field, holding a BA in Communications/Public Relations from the University of Missouri, Columbia, and a Masters from Lindenwood University. Heather also has over 10-years of modeling/ acting experience working on

Submitted photo Heather Kemper-Hussey will represent the area as Mrs. Wentzville in the Mrs. Missouri America Pageant to be held in Chillicothe on June 18.

commercials, with catalogs and more. Currently, Heather is the Director of Public Relations/Marketing for their family-owned business The Expert Realty Company. She also sits on the Executive Board for the Western St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce, the Steering Committee for 100 Women Who Care - St. Charles and is on the Board for The Sparrow’s Nest Teen Maternity Home. In addition, Heather is actively involved in her church through volunteering and being a member of Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS). She enjoys loving on her children, reading / writing and traveling with her husband.

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The Optimist Club of St. Charles awarded $1,000 scholarships to five high school seniors at the Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony on May 10. The awardees and their parents were guests at the regular noon membership meeting. Event chairman, Mike Ebert, introduced each student and shared their high school accomplishments, community involvement activities and the student’s plans for college and field of study. This year’s scholarship awardees are: Claire McEwen – St. Charles High School; Rebecca Hilsabeck – Duchesne High School; Meghan Knobbe – Orchard Farm; Brianna Birk – Lutheran High St. Charles and Benjamin Pado – St. Charles West High School.

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Over 3,700 elementary students in the Wentzville School District received a free book this month thanks to the efforts and vision of a grandmother and educator. Faith Gardner, who works as a diagnostician for the district, is the founder of Camie’s Literacy Group (CLG). She established the group almost seven years ago after being inspired by her granddaughter Camie’s love of reading. Gardner says the idea that all children don’t have access to age-appropriate books at home was unacceptable to her, so she enlisted the help of her family, friends and coworkers in order to get CLG off the ground in 2009. That year, CLG provided a free book for every kindergarten, first and second grader enrolled at Heritage Primary. Since that time, the non-profit has donated over 23,000 books for WSD students to take home and keep as their own. CLG’s mission, according to Gardner, is to “encourage the love of reading books in young children. To this aim, we dedicate ourselves to the goal of obtaining and distributing an appropriate new book to those most in need. Our greatest hope is that every child will have a new book to call their own.” The group once again reached their goal of providing

Photo courtesy Wentzville School District Over 3,700 elementary students in the Wentzville School District and 600 in the Fort Zumwalt School Disctrict received a free book this month thanks to Camie’s Literacy Group.

new books to every kindergarten, first and second grade student enrolled in the district – a total of 3,710 kids. In addition, for the first time this year, CLG was able to expand and donate 600 additional books to two elementary schools in the Fort Zumwalt District as well. “It makes me feel so proud to be able to do this,” shared Gardner. “The kids get so excited when they get their books and realize they get to take them home and keep them. It’s really just how I imagined it when I started CLG.” CLG holds a trivia night annually to raise money to purchase the books that are given away. They’ve also started an Earn to Learn program at Du-

ello Elementary where kids get pledges from family and friends based on how many books or how many minutes they read. Between the two fundraisers, CLG brought in over $7,000 to purchase this year’s book donation. “I think it’s a fantastic way to get books in the hands of kids who may not necessarily have books at their house,” said Duello Elementary kindergarten teacher Holly Hoette. “It’s a wonderful way to build that excitement and love for reading.” For more information about CLG or to make a donation, visit their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/camiesliteracygroup.

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Passage of bill means significant change for tax increment financing process The passage of House Bill 1434 significantly changes who will make the final decision on projects requesting Tax Increment Financing (TIF) in St. Louis, St. Charles and Jefferson counties. The bill, which passed unanimously in the Senate and 114-37 in the House, puts the final decision of TIF funding in the hands of a county-wide TIF Commission, which will consider the benefit of the project to the entire county, not just a single municipality. “This has been a long process,” said county executive Steve Ehlmann. “We have been trying to bring meaningful TIF reform to the area for 16 years, so today is a great day. I want to thank Senator Bob Onder and Representative Andrew Koenig for filing the legislation and seeing this issue through to passage.” TIFs were first authorized by statute in 1982 to spur economic development by allowing a developer to keep the ad-

ditional property taxes that his development generated. Eight years later, the legislature also allowed the developer to keep one-half of additional sales tax generated by the development. Quickly, the main use of TIF became retail development. In the next 25 years, cities in the region approved more than $2.8 billion dollars for the retail development. Yet, in that period, the number of new retail jobs created was a mere 1,300, an increase of .08 percent, one-tenth the increase in population over the same period. When one new TIFfunded mall opened, another TIF-funded mall closed. Small businesses, with no tax subsidy, could not compete and went out of business. Maryland Heights is presently considering a TIF for developer Stan Kroenke to use money that would otherwise go for education and services to build yet another retail development, while the number of shoppers

and the dollars they spend remains flat. “The process has gone from economic development to economic relocation,” said Ehlmann. “While new shopping areas have been subsidized, older shopping centers have declined or closed. Companies have simply relocated to more desirable areas with the assistance of TIFs.” County Executive Ehlmann said TIFs are legal because the drafter of our state constitution wanted to allow the clearance of slums in the inner city. Under the bill, cities would still be able to approve a TIF on their own, but only to clear the land and make it available for redevelopment. Ehlmann says he is not against the use of Tax Increment Financing as it was originally intended as long as it benefits the region as a whole. “Today is a definite step in the right direction.” Ehlmann said.

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Over the past few years, and especially the past several months, awareness of the potentially dangerous conditions associated with illnesses spread through mosquito bites has increased. Although most of these diseases are focused in more tropical destinations, mosquitoes can be a problem for St. Charles County residents — especially as warmer temperatures return. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization and other agencies have issued travel notices in response to the Zika virus disease (www.cdc.gov/ Zika). Many cases have been

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reported in the Caribbean Islands, Central America and South America, but there have been no incidences of local transmission in the United States. One disease that has been found across the contiguous United States is the West Nile virus. While instances of the virus are common in insects and birds, it is important to note that cases of West Nile infection in humans are rare. For example: St. Charles County has recorded only five local cases since 2010. Decreasing populations of nuisance pests and preventing related disease outbreaks are the primary goals of the St. Charles County Department of Public Health’s Mosquito Control program. Coordinated through the department’s Division of Environmental Health and Protection, the program works with the community to monitor traditional problem areas and applies specific products as needed. Staff members target habitats to control larvae before maturity and treat adult populations with small amounts of insecticide to reduce numbers. Operating throughout unincorporated St. Charles County, the program also contracts with several municipalities to target mosquito populations in their communities. Residents living

in unincorporated St. Charles County or within the city limits of Augusta, Cottleville, Dardenne Prairie, Flint Hill, Lake Saint Louis, Portage des Sioux, Weldon Spring, Weldon Spring Heights and Wentzville, who are concerned about nuisance mosquitoes, should visit http://www.sccmo. org/959/Mosquito-Control to request assistance. Those living in O’Fallon, St. Charles and St. Peters should contact their respective city halls regarding mosquito abatement efforts. While the Department of Public Health’s efforts will reduce the mosquito population in the county, individuals must also take personal responsibility to protect themselves and eliminate breeding grounds. Mosquitoes can be discouraged from biting with the use of insect repellent that contains DEET, picaridin, IR 3535 or oil of lemon eucalyptus when outdoors. In addition, wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants and staying indoors during dawn and dusk periods may minimize opportunities for mosquito bites. As mosquito larvae requires seven to 14 days of still water for development, taking steps to drain areas where water settles, cleaning clogged gutters and disrupting fountains, ponds or bird baths will eliminate household breeding grounds.

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STARS program has bright future “Well, I guess you could say I was just in the right place at the right time,” paramedic Scott Keller says with a wry smile as we head off to register another child in the brand new STARS program of St. Charles County Ambulance District (SCCAD). STARS is the acronym for Special Needs Tracking and Awareness Response System, and Keller is SCCAD’s official STARS coordinator. Keller has embraced his mission with gusto, even working on his own time to sign up as many kids as he can. Founded a year ago by two paramedic moms from Arnold, Shelby Cox and Tricia Casey, STARS is slowly expanding across all of Missouri. The idea behind STARS is to create a database for as many children as possible who suffer from serious medical issues so that, in the event of an emergency, EMS crews arrive informed and prepared. When calling 911, parents or caregivers give their child’s STARS number to the operator, who relays it to the responding ambulance where the child’s medical history is accessed in route, giving the EMS crew advance knowledge of special conditions, medications or home medical equipment. Parents of special-needs kids see STARS as a godsend. “I try to keep all my caregivers updated,” Erin Kramer tells us while filling out STARS paperwork on her kitchen table. Her 18-month-old daughter, Gwendolyn, suffers from an unidentified genetic brain disease that has left her blind, on a feeding tube and subject to clusters of seizures. “In cases of emergency you kind of freak out,” Kramer says, “and you lose your sense of information and everything. I’m sure that even I would as her mom, so if you have something you can just refer to, it makes it much easier.” It is children like Gwendolyn who motivate Keller to work to

Photo courtesy Randall Hyman SCCAD paramedic Scott Keller takes vitals as Erin Kramer holds 18-month-old daughter Gwendolyn, who has an unidentified genetic brain disease that has caused blindness, seizures and respiratory issues.

enroll children in the program, and have won staunch STARS allies at hospitals like BJC’s Progress West Hospital – one of the premier centers for pediatric care in the county. “One-third of our emergency admissions at Progress West are pediatric,” says Kerrie Livers, head of the Emergency Department. “STARS is a great opportunity to share resources and information to best meet the needs of St. Charles County kids.” SCCAD is Missouri’s largest ambulance district, covering nearly 600 square miles with over 30 ambulances and more than 225 employees, and it has made STARS a priority. At each home visited, Keller assigns the child a unique, lifelong STARS number to be linked to an electronic file. At another home visit, Dawsie Pontello describes just how critical timing can be in an emergency. Her 16-year-old son Chase suffers from a severe form of epilepsy, along with complications from asthma. He is wheel-chair bound and nonverbal. “When Chase got sick one time, I didn’t call an ambulance,” Pontello recalls. “I thought we could make it to the hospital, but he was having a hard time breathing. We were

going down Highway 40, and I looked back in the van and his hands and feet were turning blue, so we pulled in at Progress West where they rushed him in and put him on oxygen and then air-lifted him.” According to Dr. Cassandra Pruitt, head of pediatrics at Progress West, their location in St. Charles County tends to make them the first stop for a lot of medically complex children who normally get their care at St. Louis Children’s or other pediatric hospitals. She believes STARS will prove just as valuable to her staff as it is to EMS crews. “We’re a link to Children’s Hospital and whether patients come via SCCAD or their own private automobile, they keep coming back,” says Pruitt. “My pediatricians have actually said they wished we could have a file on certain patients because they often have the same issues.” With St. Charles County’s young population booming and medical advances saving more and more kids, STARS is lighting the path toward a brighter future for all. To contact STARS, call 636344-7686 or email stars@sccad. com. This story was produced in partnership with BJC’s Progress West Hospital

Sunset Fridays free concert series is back for the summer Looking for the perfect date night or Friday night hang out for the summer? Sunset Fridays free summer concert series is back with 12 nights of live music at 370 Lakeside Park. Throughout the summer you’ll get it all: hot tasty food and ice cold drinks including beer and wine from the Gator Island Grill and free entertainment showcasing diverse genres and talent you’ll love. Not to mention the fantastic lounging areas under the Corporate Pavilion. Sunset Fridays features TheRoots.FM, broadcasting live at 5:30 p.m. on the online radio stations The Roots, The Rock and The Groove, playing rock, jazz and oldies you can sing along to. Starting at 6 p.m., the Gator Island Grill will serve beer, wine and a variety of dinner options under the Corporate Pavilion. The pavilion seats up to 300 people on lounge chairs, so come early

and save a seat. There’s also space on the grass and patio area for your own blankets and lawn chairs, and plenty of room to dance. Outside alcoholic beverages and glass containers may not be brought under the Corporate Pavilion, including the concrete courtyard areas. For more information including a complete Sunset Fridays schedule, go online to www.stpetersmo.net and choose Events from the “Things to Do” drop-down menu. For weather related updates, visit stpetersmo.net. St. Peters’ 370 Lakeside Park is located at 1000 Lakeside Park Drive in St. Peters. From I-70, take exit 224 to access Highway 370. As you drive east on Highway 370, use Exit 2 to reach 370 Lakeside Park Dr. Turn left on Lakeside Park Drive, and head north to the park entrance.

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County job center accepting applications from local youth for summer jobs Applications now are being accepted to fill 20 summer youth jobs administered through the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County. The jobs are for youth ages 16-24 from income-eligible families. The program, called “Summer Job League 2016,” receives state and federal funding. Participants must be from families whose gross monthly income does not exceed 185 percent of the Federal Poverty guidelines. For example, income can be no more than $1,832 for a family of one, or no more than $4,385 for a family of four. Employers participating in this program include county and city parks departments, animal shelters, day care facilities, business offices, retail operations and other county businesses. Jobs pay $8.50 an hour for a maximum of 240 hours. Weekly schedules can be fullor part-time, depending on the position. Applicants must be residents of St. Charles County and pass a drug test. “Our goal is to help eligible youth in St. Charles County earn up to $2,000 this summer while working in an interesting job environment close to home,” said Scott Drachnik, executive director of the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County. “This program will help them gain important work experience and enhance their resumes.” Pre-registration for the Summer Job League is available online at summerjobs.mo.gov. For more information, contact the Missouri Job Center of St. Charles County at 636-255-6060, or visit 212 Turner Blvd. in St. Peters.

Youth to represent United States in world cup equitation event Sharon Londono, head coach and Angela Ochoa, assistant coach, have announced the 2016 Team USA roster of 28 girls and 12 boys ranging in age from four to 24 years of age. Taylor Ingham, 19, of Troy has earned the opportunity to represent the United States during the CONFEPASO “Felix Santiago Oliver” Youth Equitation Mundial. Top scoring riders earn gold, silver and bronze medals much like the Olympics. The CONFEPASO “Felix Santiago Oliver” Youth Equitation Mundial (Spanish for Submitted photo world cup) will be held July 21- Taylor Ingham, 19, of Troy has earned the opportunity to represent the United States during 25 in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. the CONFEPASO “Felix Santiago Oliver” Youth Equitation Mundial. Ingham is a 2015 graduate of Troy Buchanan High high school and volunteered attends South East Missouri School and was inducted into at T.R.E.E House of Greater State University. Information for sponsorthe National Honor Society in St. Louis (formerly known as Therapeutic Horsemanship) ing Ingham for her trip can be her sophomore year of high school. She was involved in the logging more than 300 volun- found by calling 636-290-9494 Troy FFA chapter throughout teer hours. Ingham currently or 314-420-4772.

Wentzville Water Division awards two scholarships for fire hydrant art Each year, seniors from Wentzville School District’s Timberland and Holt high schools compete for two, $1,000 scholarships from the city of Wentzville. As one of the only fine-arts related scholarships in the area, students paint fire hydrants in celebration of National Water Week. First-place winners from each school are then selected to each receive the scholarship. This year’s firstplace winners include Anahi AnchondoSakoda (Timberland) and Autumn Pinkley (Holt). The fire hydrants will be on display below the water tower on East Pearce Boulevard until the end of May. Photo courtesy city of Wentzville Holt senior Autumn Pinkley (center), pictured with Wentzville Public Works Director Susan Spiegel (left) and Wentzville Mayor Nick Guccione (right).

St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department presents free movies in the park Back by popular demand, the St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department’s free Movies in the Park series brings the theatre outside. Watch stars perform under the stars on a giant outdoor inflatable screen at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum at Heritage Park, located at 1630 Heritage Landing in St. Peters. Citizens can enjoy family-friendly movies once a month in June, September, and October. The series is sponsored by Renewal by Andersen. “The Avengers: Age of Ultron” is the next feature to hit the big screen on, June 18 followed by “Ant Man” on Sept. 17; and a double-feature

showing of “Frankenstein” and “The Bride of Frankenstein” on Oct. 15. All movies begin at sunset, weather permitting. Popcorn is free; soda and candy are available for purchase. Moviegoers should bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. Guests are welcome to bring their own coolers and snacks, but glass bottles are not permitted. For more information about the free Movie Nights in the Park or other St. Charles County Parks and Recreation Department programs, visit www.stccparks.org or call 636-949-7535.

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St. Charles County Ambulance District joins growing Safe Place network For paramedics, assisting and intervening during times of crisis is part of the job. For more than four decades, the men and women of St. Charles County Ambulance District [SCCAD] have expertly handled thousands of calls for all variety of medical emergencies, and now, thanks to a partnership with Youth In Need, are equipped to assist area youth facing different types of challenges. All 15 SCCAD stations and 32 advanced life support units have joined Youth In Need’s Safe Place network. The program is designed to provide access to immediate help, safety and resources for young people facing issues such as abuse, neglect, homelessness and other challenges. “Safe Place partners like SCCAD truly open doors for children and teens to get help in times of crisis,” said Pat Holterman-Hommes, Youth In Need’s President and CEO. “Previously, we did not have Safe Place sites in some of St. Charles County’s outlying areas, such as New Melle, Augusta, Defiance and Foristell. This partnership makes Safe Place accessible to all youth in our community.” SCCAD Chief Taz Meyer recalls several instances of youth seeking help from paramedics prior to the district becoming an official program partner. “It’s humbling to know that in times of crisis, young people in our community know they can turn to our paramedics and

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battalion chiefs - by partnering with Youth In Need on the Safe Kids initiative, we’ll be able to better link those facing challenges with the services they need.” With more than 850 points of entry in the region for youth to seek immediate help, Youth In Need is the largest Safe Place provider in the nation. In addition to SCCAD’s stations and ambulances, Safe Place sites include all Walgreens, QuikTrip and YMCA locations, as well as more than 300 Metro buses and trains. In 2015, a record number of young people accessed Safe Place help - 404 across Youth In Need’s Safe Place service area.

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Simply the best Last week we were reminded that it’s the simple pleasures that make life wonderful with Chewbacca lady (as she’s come to be known) shattering Facebook records. She gave herself a mask as a birthday present and videoed it. It went megaviral as she laughed her way hysterically into our hearts. Yes, the simple things are priceless. I myself have a few to reflect on. They include: Doing the laundry and finding loose change in the dryer—some welldeserved compensation from the housework fairies! Sincere compliments. Grandkids give all kinds of truthful compliments such as, “You’re not as fat as an elephant, just a baby elephant.” They will flashback and remember that honesty isn’t always the best policy come time for the reading of the will. Making it through a yellow light gives me a rush of joy. I usually make it through the orange, which is the tail end of yellow with just a hint of red. Even more thrilling is hitting every light green, but that often ends up getting me in the pink as the officer hands over a speeding ticket. I could have gotten away with a warning, but asking him to high five me for my accomplishment blew that option. Pretty girl parking spots are the best. These are the most sought after prestigious front row spots on the mall lot. Snagging one gives me a certain sense of pride and achievement as I pull in just feet from the entrance. It’s also my way of scoff-

ing in the face of a needed healthy lifestyle change and saying, “I may need to walk a few extra blocks to get this expanding muffin top under control, but not today. And just to prove it, I will take the escalator up to the food court to get my fully loaded bacon and cheese fries order!” Cats. After a lifetime of feeding, bathing, pampering, kissing, buying special beds, blankies, treats, toys, expensive medicines, and cleaning up barfs they’ll merely butt their heads on the side of my leg then wind around it and purr. I call it a nuzzle bump, and it’s payment enough. Funny, but I did the same amount of work for my kids. Ironically, they no longer live in my house? Hmmm, if only they had learned to nuzzle bump. So do something just for you today; Google “Chewbacca lady” and give yourself a much needed nuzzle bump! 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.

Celebrate National Trails Day on June 4 at Indian Camp Creek Park Celebrate National Trails Day with a competitive 15- or 30-mile mountain bike race or a 10K Trail Run on Saturday, June 4, at Indian Camp Creek Park near Wentzville. Festivities begin at 7:45 p.m. with the Sunset Sizzler Mountain Bike Race and continue into the night. All riders must wear a helmet and have a 200 lumen light or greater to participate. Awards will be presented to top finishers in each category. After the mountain bike race, riders and spectators can enjoy some live entertainment from 9 - 11 p.m.; food and drink will also be available

to purchase. In addition, overnight camping is available and included in the entry fee. The fun doesn’t stop there! After the Sunset Sizzler ends, the Dark 2 Dawn Trail Run begins. This all-night 10K race begins at midnight and ends at 6 a.m. on Sunday, June 5. All finishers will receive a custom pint glass; top male and female finishers will receive awards. The race is sponsored by Renewal by Andersen. For more information or to register for the race or run, visit www.stccparks.org or call 636949-7535.

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Wentzville graduating seniors awarded community scholarships The Wentzville School District Class of 2016 has been

awarded over $150,000 worth of local scholarships during Senior Honors Convocation events. These deserving students from both Holt and Timberland High Schools received their diplomas on May 21 before they continue on with their post-secondary education. Individual amounts of these awards range from $200 to $4,000. “Community groups year in and year out provide thousands of dollars in scholarships for our high achieving students so they can further their education and continue their individual path of excellence founded in the WSD,” said Superintendent Dr. Curtis Cain. “Living in a community that generously supports its students and their future endeavors is what makes our area special.” Allison McEwen Memorial Scholarship: Lacey Venice (Holt) Alpha Delta Kappa Scholarship: Taylor Helmich (Holt) and Madison Overton (Timberland) Ambassadors of Lake Saint Louis: Leanna Griffith and Brooke Hierholzer (Holt) Caleb Michel Memorial Scholarship: Emily Conant and Nonnel Galaviz-Johnson (Holt) Christine Merkel Memorial Scholarship: Miranda Fotis and Taylor Helmich (Holt) City of Wentzville Water Department Scholarship: Autumn Pinkley (Holt) and Anahi Anchondo Sakoda (Timberland) Daniel C. Berrey Memorial Scholarships: Lindsay Craig and William Rackers (Holt) Dean Hoekel Memorial Scholarships: David Bagley and Martin Brunnert (Holt) Education Committee – Friendly Neighbors Club Scholarship: Alicia Alexander (Timberland) Foristell Chamber of Commerce-Ray Alexander Scholarship Fund: Eric Fritsche (Timberland)

Hannah Quirk Memorial Scholarship: Nicholas Sparacino (Timberland) Holt High School Family and Consumer Sciences Department Scholarships: Jennah Garrett Holt High School Football Booster Scholarships: David Bagley and Jake Koons Holt High School National Honor Society Scholarships: Rachel Neff, Lily Merz, and Madisen Dattilo Holt High School Principal’s Scholarships: Madisen Dattilo and Colin Heisserer Holt High School Student Council Leadership Scholarship: Madison Meier International Association of Approved Basketball Officials of Greater St. Louis: Lily Merz (Holt) and Samuel Paneitz (Timberland) Jan Null Scholarship: Asha Kisart (Holt) Lake Saint Louis Anglers Club Community Scholarship: Nonnel Galaviz-Johnson (Holt) Lake Saint Louis Mothers Club Scholarship: Brooke Hierholzer (Holt) and Bethany Graham (Timberland) Lake Saint Louis University Women Scholarships: Rachel Neff (Holt) and Abigail Beckerdite (Timberland) Lake Saint Louis VFW Post 10350 Scholarships: Kyle Weber (Holt) and Mackenzie Young (Timberland) Missouri Bank Scholarship: Cary Schmittling (Holt) and Megan Holmes (Timberland) Missouri State Teachers Association-Wentzville CTA Scholarship: Hannah Pohl (Holt) PEO Star Scholarship: Abigail Beckerdite (Timberland) Samantha Sheddrick Memorial Scholarship: Alyssa Weitkamp (Timberland) Scott Swofford Memorial Scholarships: Emilio Monsivais and Keleigh Westergaard (Holt); Mallory Fuhrig and Logan Mills (Timberland) Shelter Insurance Foundation Scholarship: Lily Merz (Holt) and Mackenzie Prewitt (Timberland) SSM-Wentzville Foundation Scholarship: Mikayla Lopez

(Holt) and Mikayla Seabaugh (Timberland) Tammy Stratman Brown Charities Scholarships: Robert Griesenauer and Mikaylin Padilla (Holt); Abigail Beckerdite, Anya Kohlman, and Stephen McCrary (Timberland) Timberland High School Booster Club Scholarships: Leah Albietz, Casey Wiater, Alexander Moxley, and Jacob Sacks Timberland High School National Honor Society Scholarships: Abigail Beckerdite and Taylor Harris Timberland High School Principals’ Scholarships: Laurel McCandless and Andrew Lind Timberland High School Student Council Scholarships: Laurel McCandless and Ryan Hiatt Wentzville American Legion Post 323 Scholarship: Jennah Garrett and Tyler Brown (Holt) Wentzville Community Club - Florence Heine Scholarships: Robert Griesenauer and Christian Ferguson (Holt); Alexander Beattie and Abigail Beckerdite (Timberland) Wentzville Community Club – Technical/Vocational School Scholarships: Caitlyn Welcher (Holt) and Elizabeth Vehige (Timberland) Wentzville Lion’s Club – Sharon Garrett Memorial Scholarship: Lily Merz (Holt) Wentzville National Education Association (NEA) Scholarship: Lily Merz (Holt) and Taylor Perkins (Timberland) Wentzville Rotary Club Scholarship: Kyle Weber (Holt) and Jack Kilz (Timberland) Wentzville Rotary Club-Vocational and Technical Scholarship: Elizabeth Vehige (Timberland) Wentzville Schools Foundation-Rosa Westermeier Memorial Scholarships: Lindsay Craig, Kyle Hume, Mikayla Kirk, Brooke Knappenberger, and Mattison Porzenski (Holt); Ally Doyle, Mea Gray, Audrey Elking, Meagan McPherron, and Michelle Puckett (Timberland) Western St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce Scholarships: Rachel Neff, Mikaylin Padilla, and William Rackers (Holt); Emilee Long (Timberland)

WSD students selected for Missouri Fine Arts Academy Three students from Timberland High School and two students from Holt High School have been selected to participate in the 2016 Missouri Fine Arts Academy (MFAA), a three week residential program to be held June 5 through 25 on the campus of Missouri State University (MSU). Joshua Mathews, Alexandra Schulte, and Amanda Vannierop from Timberland and Madison Steiner and Haley Weber from Holt are among the talented high school students from across Missouri who will represent a variety of artistic disciplines on the campus of MSU this summer. The MFAA seeks to help outstanding high school students achieve their artistic and personal potential and to cultivate their

leadership capabilities. The academy works to expand students’ horizons; to develop students’ flexibility and creativity while increasing their awareness of their future possibilities. Students have the opportunity to enhance their skills in the fields of dance, music, theater, writing, and the visual arts; to participate in intensive, stimulating activities of an interdisciplinary nature; and to explore the roles which the arts (and they as artists) can play in society. Participants are drawn from across Missouri and represent the diversity of the state. All of the Wentzville students participating in MSA also received a partial scholarship from the Wentzville School District Foundation. Photo courtesy Wentzville School District Holt High School students Madison Steiner (left) and Haley Weber are among those selected to participate in the 2016 Missouri Fine Arts Academy.

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Wentzville School District receives grant from MasterCard for STEM initiatives Wentzville School District has announced that it has received a grant from MasterCard to support the district’s science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) initiatives. The $48,070 grant will fund a new K-5 coding curriculum and computers to support it, computer science and cybersecurity curriculum, and support the district’s existing International Telementor program and Girls Who Code clubs. “We anticipate over 2,500 WSD students and

teachers will benefit directly from this grant,” said Curriculum Coordinator Dr. Karen Hill. “We are extremely grateful to MasterCard for their continued support for STEM initiatives in the Wentzville School District,” said Superintendent Dr. Curtis Cain. “Their generosity enables us to provide a variety of world-class, innovative programs for our students that enhances their learning experience and equips them for future success.”

Cedar Lake Cellars celebrates finalist nomination with ribbon cutting Carl Bolm, owner of Cedar Lake Cellars has been selected as a finalist for the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year Award. To mark this milestone, a ribbon cutting ceremony took place during his business showcase on May 5. On hand were family, friends, board members and ambassadors with the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. Cedar Lake Cellars features an extensive wine wall stocked full of their own unique wines plus a variety from around the world. If you’re thirsting for something different, Cedar Lake Cellars also features domestic and imported bottled and draft beers, as well as local craft beers and their very own Ce-

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dar Lake Red Ale. For more information on Cedar Lake Cellars, their music and events or their restaurant hours, please call 636-745-9500 or visit their website at www.CedarLakeCellars.com.

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Wentzville teacher wins CenturyLink Teachers and Technology Award Liberty High School math teacher Constance Hallemeier has won the 2016 Clarke M. Williams Foundation Teachers and Technology Award from CenturyLink. Hallemeier was surprised in her classroom with the award on April 28, which included a check for nearly $5,000 to be used for technology in her classroom. Hallemeier was one of only 12 recipients in Missouri to receive a 2016 Teachers and Technology grant. The grant program has been offered since 2008 and is designed to help fund projects that advance student success through the innovative use of technology. “The winning teachers’ grant applications were inspirational. They demonstrated creative teaching techniques that would be used to assist students in fully understanding subject matter, often times using handson learning,” said Tim White, CenturyLink’s vice president of operations for Missouri, Iowa and Kansas. “We are pleased to be able to help these passionate educators expose their students to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) concepts in their daily school lives.” Hallemeier will use the grant to purchase eight iPads, the Smart Notebook app and two

Photo courtesy Wentzville School District (From left) Liberty Principal Ed Nelson stands with CenturyLink Area Operations Manager Tony Hoffman, Constance Hallemeier and Liberty Assistant Principal Steve Pryor.

Smart Document cameras to facilitate collaborative learning in her classroom. “Students in this generation need hands-on, real information to work with,” wrote Hallemeier in her application. “They are used to immediate feedback and constantly changing environments. By allowing the math department to have iPads, our students will be able to work hands-on with materials, collect real-world data and present their data quickly. By enabling students to link the material they are learning with something concrete, we help them grasp the concepts and hold on to their learning.”

Hallemeier has taught math in the WSD since 2003 and was selected as a finalist for the 2015 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. “It is an honor to have my grant selected so we can put real-world learning into the hands of students through the use of technology,” said Hallemeier. Across the United States, more than 1,000 grant applications were submitted and 314 were awarded. Grants were selected based on the impact they will have on students in the classroom and the overall innovation of the project.

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Lindenwood places three on national team The NCAA announced its participants for the 2016 national meet for outdoor track and field. Xavier Boland, Michael Mlambo and Kendra Smith will be representing the Lindenwood University in Tampa, Florida. After placing ninth at the indoor national meet back in March, Boland hit a 5.00m mark in the pole vault in the outdoor season for the 18th-best of the qualifiers. Mlambo’s 7.47m mark in the long jump ranked 13th among qualifiers for the event. This will be the sophomore’s second consecutive qualifying for the event after making the cut as a freshman in 2015. Smith will be heading to nationals once again after a 12.29m mark in the triple jump. Smith has represented the Lady Lions at each of the past three national meets, including the last two outdoor events and the 2016 indoor competition. In March at the indoor meet, she placed fourth with a 12.27m best in the triple jump. Visit the NCAA website to watch the live stream of each event. *Represent LU well Indoor football change date for playoff game The River City Raiders professional indoor football team play in the Northern Division of the American Indoor Football league with home games at the Family Arena in St. Charles. After winning a tough game in Chicago lately to make it to the next season, the Raiders will start their quest for the championship. The game will be played at the Family Arena on June 6 at 7 p.m. different from past reports. The opposing team will be determined shortly depending on results of other teams fighting for slot. Get some free tickets by going to www.IndoorRaiders.com You can listen to the game with Todd Blackstock and David Solomon on 590 AM or www.590TheFan.com. *Memorial times ahead Several Rascals tops in league with hitting The River City Rascals play professional baseball in the West Division of the Frontier League at the CarShield Field in O’Fallon. The team has been flirting with

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first place early in this 2016 season. First baseman Josh Silver, catcher Josh Ludy and outfielder Dominique Taylor are excelling on the offensive side of the team as of May 26. Silver leads the league with a whopping .487 average with 19 hits in 11games. Ludy ranks seventh with at .375 with 15 hits with four of them doubles. Taylor has collected 18 hits with six runs batted in hitting at a .367 clip. NEXT HOME GAMES: June 7, 8 and 9 against the Florence Freedom June 10, 11 and 12 against the Southern Illinois Miners (Sunday is a double header starting at 1:05 p.m.) All games are at 6:35 p.m. with Sundays at 4:05 p.m. For more information go to www.RiverCityRascals.com *Keep the bats hot Pitchers at UMSL pickup hardware University of MissouriSt. Louis seniors starting pitcher Kurt McGuire and relief pitcher Austin Simokaitis have both been named to the D2CCA Baseball All-Midwest Region Second Team. McGuire was the ace of the UMSL pitching staff, posting an overall record of 8-2 with a 2.75 ERA. He led the squad with 54 strikeouts. Simokaitis, the Tritons’ closer, set an UMSL single season record with 16 saves, which ranked first in both the GLVC and NCAA Division II at the end of the regular season. For more information on UMSL sports, visit www.UMSLTritons.com *Working together

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Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL.com, among many other activities.

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Outdoor dining

rom orchard to table, apples bring flavor for the perfect picnic There’s nothing like the perfect picnic or barbecue to slow down and reconnect with friends and family. This season, gather together guests and surprise them with a rustic backyard picnic, starring delicious new recipes that bring out the flavor of apples — a versatile and healthy year-round fruit.

Filled with healthy antioxidants, fiber, vitamins and minerals, apples add a flavorful twist to classic picnic fare. For a refreshing treat that both kids and adults will love, try the Strawberry Banana Smoothie Popsicle, made with Tree Top Apple Juice. Or grill some Spiced Pork and Apple Burgers with Maple Dijon, made with Tree Top Apple Sauce for a lean and juicy burger. For more recipes and inspiration, visit www.treetop.com.

Spiced Pork and Apple Burger with Maple Dijon Servings: 6

Strawberry Banana Smoothie Ice Pops

Ingredients:

3 tablespoons maple syrup 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard 2 pounds ground pork 1/2 cup apple sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 6 hamburger buns Baby Spinach leaves

Ingredients:

1 cup apple juice 1 pint strawberries, hulled, sliced and frozen 1 banana, sliced and frozen 1 apple, peeled, cored, sliced and frozen 6 ounces vanilla yogurt 1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions:

Stir maple syrup and mustard together in a small bowl. Set aside. Spray a large non-stick grill pan or griddle with cooking spray and place over medium to medium high heat. Mix pork, apple sauce, salt, chili powder, dry mustard, pepper and cinnamon together in a large mixing bowl. Form mixture into 6 pat-

ties. Place patties in pan and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, turn and cook additional 4 to 5 minutes or until done. To serve, spread bun bottoms with maple mustard mixture. Top each with a patty, spinach leaf and bun top. If desired, toast buns and top with cheddar cheese, grilled onions, pickles, tomatoes or other favorite toppings. Serve with crispy sweet potato fries and steamed beans for an easy but special meal.

Apple Tortellini Salad Servings: 6 to 8

Ingredients:

Dressing: 3 tablespoons frozen concentrate apple juice, thawed 3 tablespoons light corn syrup 2 teaspoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 2 teaspoons garlic salt Ground pepper to taste Salad: 9 ounces cheese-filled tortellini 2 cups sliced apples (approximately 2 medium apples) 2 cups shredded salad greens 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery 1/2 cup sliced scallions

2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (optional) Directions:

To prepare dressing, combine apple juice concentrate, corn syrup, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic salt and pepper. Cover dressing and refrigerate. To prepare salad, cook tortellini, drain and cool by rinsing pasta under cold water. Shake gently to drain thoroughly. In a large bowl, combine tortellini, apples, salad greens, strawberries, celery and scallions. Toss salad gently with chilled dressing. Serve chilled. If desired, sprinkle with pine nuts.

Directions:

Put all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Pour into ice pop forms or paper cups. Place ice pop sticks in center and freeze, inverted, for 3 hours or until solid. Keep frozen until ready to serve.

Crossword Puzzle THEME: GARDENING 101 ACROSS 1. “Sisterhood of the Traveling ____” 6. Pavlova’s step 9. Southeast Asia food staple 13. Fire starter 14. “My ____ Private Idaho,” movie 15. Red Cross supply 16. Indian soldier in British Army, historical 17. CSI evidence 18. U in UV 19. *Climber support 21. *Light recommendation for some plants 23. Computer network acronym 24. Green stroke 25. Olympic chant 28. Cry like a baby 30. Depletes 35. X-ray units 37. *Organ of photosynthesis 39. Nary a soul 40. Doing nothing 41. Reduce pressure 43. Tolkien villains 44. Spy’s other name 46. Judo gym 47. Same as Celt 48. *Cross between plant varieties 50. They don’t mix with water 52. Hi-____ graphics 53. Demeanor 55. Black and white sea bird 57. *Homemade fertilizer 61. *Without synthetic chemicals 65. Driver’s 180 66. Roswell debris? 68. Speedily 69. Alley cat 70. Game day appetizer 71. Zwiebacks 72. Annoyingly slow 73. Ensign, for short 74. Corset bones DOWN 1. Attention grabber 2. Copycat 3. Back of neck 4. Chatroom agitator 5. First U.S. space station 6. *Where peas live

7. Barley bristle 8. Big mess 9. Auction off 10. ____ and crafts 11. Buddhist teacher 12. Yemen’s neighbor 15. Brunei’s ruler, e.g. 20. Altogether 22. Beehive State native 24. Stone’s Oscar winner 25. Dickens’s ____ Heep 26. Lamentably 27. Impromptu 29. *Garden intruder 31. Pippin’s last name, “The Hobbit” 32. More painful 33. Cry of surrender 34. *Cabbage Worms and Potato Beetles 36. One way to prepare Ahi

38. *Popular apple 42. ____ bear 45. Soliciting of a bribe for a church office 49. Bad-mouth 51. Glucose and fructose, e.g. 54. Chopin’s composition 56. On the fritz 57. Intersection of two arcs 58. Hahn or von Bismark 59. Fogginess 60. Elizabeth Gilbert’s “Eat, ____, Love” 61. “My bad!” 62. Org. with a mission 63. Rotten and stinky 64. ____pit 67. Ice-T on “Law & Order: SVU” See answers on page 13

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS June 2: Free movie

Summer Movie at The Meadows “Inside Out” begins at dusk at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL.com.

June 3: Food Truck Frenzy in Sports Park

Purchase gourmet fare from food trucks and listen to modern rock and current hits by the Comin’ Up Empty band from 5 - 8 p.m. at Sports Park in O’Fallon at 3589 Highway K. Free admission and parking. For a list of food trucks, visit www.ofallon.mo.us/foodtruck-frenzy. For weather updates call 636-379-5614. For more information visit www.ofallon.mo.us/food-truckfrenzy.

June 5: Family Fishing Day

Bring your bait and fishing tackle to Lake Whetsel for a morning of catchand-release fishing, activities and games at Family Fishing Day from 8 a.m. – noon at Fort Zumwalt Park at 1000 Jessup Drive in O’Fallon. Cost is free, but please register in advance; call staff at 636-474-2732 to register or visit www.ofallon.mo.us/parks&rec/ fort-zumwalt-park.

June 7: Outdoor concert

O’Fallon Jammin’ concert with Butch Wax & the Hollywoods and featuring Theo Peoples takes place from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at Civic Park at 308 Civic Park Drive in O’Fallon. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating around the bandstand and purchase delicious food from food trucks and vendors. An ADA-accessible playground, restrooms and walking path are located nearby. Check the Jammin’ website for the complete list of bands and your favorite food trucks. For weather updates call 636-379-5614. For more information visit www.ofallon.mo.us/jammin.

June 9: Free concert

Summer Concert at The Meadows, Whiskey Dixon will perform from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www. themeadowsatLSL.com.

June 10: Comment period deadline A 30-day comment period regarding O’Fallon’s Consolidated Plan Amendment will end at 5 p.m. on June 10. The plan will be available for review beginning May 10, at the O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall) at 100 North Main Street. The public is invited to submit written comments to tdrabelle@ofallon.mo.us or mail them to: CDBG Program at O’Fallon Municipal Center, 100 North Main Street, O’Fallon, Missouri 63366. For more information, contact Communications Director Tom Drabelle at 636379-5508 or tdrabelle@ofallon.mo.us.

June 10-11: Theater production

The O’FallonTheatreWorks’ Youth Theatre presents “The Crisis of Captain Cross” on June 10 at 7 p.m. and on June 11 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall) at 100 North Main St. in O’Fallon. Tickets reserved in advance are $10 for general admission, $8 for seniors (age 55-and-up) and $8 for students six – 17. Tickets at the box office cost an additional $2 each; the box office opens an hour before each show. Concessions also will be available for purchase. For tickets call the Renaud Spirit Center at 636-474-2732 or visit www.ofallon.mo.us/parks&rec/ofallontheatreworks.

June 10-11: Tractor pull

On June 10 the American Legion Post 313 will be co-sponsoring an ITPA, MSTPA, and X-CALIBER tractor pull

at Lone Wolf Park in Old Town St. Peters. 5800# Modified, 6000# Super Stock, 8500# Pro, 9500# Pro, 6000# Extreme Super Stock, 6200 Pro Stock 4x4, 7400# Multi Engine, Street Stocks – Gas or Diesel. Gate opens at 3 p.m. and closes at 11:30 p.m. Opening ceremony is at 6:30 p.m. with the tractor pull starting at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15, children 12-and-under are free. There will be a food and beer garden with live music by Johnny Chase and a shuttle bus available for Mid Rivers Mall. On June 11 - Panther Pulling Premier amateur level garden tractor association 8 HP – 900# top eliminator unlimited rpm, 8HP – Pro Stock 950# up to 4000 rpm, 16HP – 1000# top eliminator unlimited rpm, 16HP – Pro Stock 1050# up to 4000 rpm, OPEN CLASS must weigh – 1200#. Gate opens at 3 p.m., pull starts at 6 p.m. Admission is free with live music by Johnny Chase from 5 – 9 p.m. and a beer garden.

June 12: Concert series

The St. Charles Municipal Band and the St. Charles Big Band invites you to a pair of special concert series this summer. The Municipal Band performs on Thursdays at 8 p.m. during June, July, and August on the Jaycee Stage in Frontier Park, nestled next to the Missouri River in downtown St. Charles. The Big Band performs at the same venue one Sunday each month at 7:30 p.m., starting June 12. See www. stcharlesband.com and Facebook to see the complete summer schedule and to listen to recordings from each group, or call 636-949-2590 (Municipal Band director Nancy Garza) or 314-878-5296 (Big Band director Earl Kreder). Be sure to bring your own chair or blanket to these free, familyfriendly shows.

June 12: Golf tournament

Junior Service League of St. Charles is hosting their annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser at Country Lake Golf Course in Warrenton. Proceeds go to purchase new shoes to those without. 3,000 pair of shoes were distributed last year. $90 per person includes golf, cart, lunch and steak dinner. Lunch is at noon and tee-off is at 1 p.m. Hole sponsorships are available. For more information contact Marlene Schneider at 636-724-1884 or dschnei3@att. net.

June 14: Outdoor concert

O’Fallon Jammin’ concert with Petty Cash Junction takes place from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at Civic Park at 308 Civic Park Drive in O’Fallon. Listen to the music of Tom Petty and Johnny Cash performed by this outstanding cover band. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating around the bandstand and purchase delicious food from food trucks and vendors. An ADA-accessible playground, restrooms and walking path are located nearby. Check the Jammin’ website for the complete list of bands and your favorite food trucks. For weather updates call 636379-5614. For more information visit www.ofallon.mo.us/jammin.

June 16: Free movie

Summer Movie at The Meadows “Minions” begins at dusk at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL.com.

June 16-18: Theater production

O’FallonTheatreWorks presents “The Lady Pirates of Captain Bree” on June 16-17 at 7 p.m.; June 18 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall) at 100 North Main St. in O’Fallon. Tickets reserved in advance are $10 for general admission, $8 for seniors (age 55-and-up) and $8 for students six – 17. Tickets at the box office cost an additional $2 each; the box office opens an hour before each show.

Concessions also will be available for purchase. For tickets and information call the Renaud Spirit Center, 636474-2732 or visit www.ofallon.mo.us/ parks&rec/ofallontheatreworks.

June 18: Free electronics and appliance recycling event

Free electronics and appliance recycling event takes place from 8 a.m. – noon at the west parking lot at T.R. Hughes Ballpark at 900 T.R. Hughes Boulevard in O’Fallon. Except for certain TV sets, the drop-off is free and open to all including schools, churches and businesses. Bring almost any item that has an electrical cord or takes a battery. For details visit www.ofallon. mo.us/electronics-recycling.

June 18: Pride Fest

The second annual St. Charles LGBTQIA+ Pride Festival will be held at 370 Lakeside Park in St. Peters. The day will focus on entertainment and education, providing an opportunity for allies and members of the gay community to celebrate and share resources. This family-friendly event is designed to align those in need of support with resources and organizations within their own community. New this year, Pride St. Charles will be hosting two weddings during the festival. Pride St. Charles will host Steven Louis Brawley and the St. Louis LGBT History Project. Also new this year is a pet-adoption area with local adoptable pets from shelters in St. Charles County. The Pride St. Charles festival is scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Participants include local and state dignitaries, and other public officials, entertainers including Summer Osborne and the Missouri Ballet Theatre, a drag show, Bubble Bus, Balloon Brigade, photo booth and more. At least 50 businesses and nonprofit groups will have booths. A beer garden will be open from 3 to 7 p.m. and several food trucks will be available throughout the day, as well as a large youth village including inflatables, karaoke, arts and crafts projects and more. For more information regarding the festival, please visit www.pridestcharles.org.

June 20-24: Vacation bible school

Dardenne Presbyterian Church in Dardenne Prairie will host its annual Vacation Bible School program for children ages four years through those students just completing the fifth grade. The five-day event entitled “Cave Quest “will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. starting June 20 through June 24 at Dardenne Presbyterian Church located at 7400 South Outer 364 (intersection of Highway N and Bryan Road). Registration is from May 1 through 11:30 a.m. on May 27. No late or walk-in registrations will be accepted. For more information, call the DPC church office at 636-561-4347 or visit online at www.dpc4u.org. June 20-24: Vacation bible school Cave Quest Vacation Bible School takes place at Wentzville Christian Church from 6 - 8:45 p.m. each night. VBS is free and open to the public for three year olds through fifth graders. For more information, call the church office at 636-327-6622 and register at wentzvillecc.org/VBS. The church is located at 1507 Highway Z in Wentzville.

June 21: Outdoor concert

O’Fallon Jammin’ concert with Big Rain takes place from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at Civic Park at 308 Civic Park Drive in O’Fallon. Big Rain will play current hits. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating around the bandstand and purchase delicious food from food trucks and vendors. An ADA-accessible playground, restrooms and walking path are located nearby. Check the Jammin’ website for the complete list of bands and your favorite food trucks. For weather updates call 636-379-5614. For more information visit www.ofallon.mo.us/jammin.

June 23: Free concert

Summer Concert at The Meadows, Well Hungarians will perform from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www. themeadowsatLSL.com.

June 24-26: Legacy ride

The American Legion Riders of the Department of Missouri will be holding the second annual MO Legacy Ride – a three day in-state ride on June 24-26. They will be arriving for lunch at the Legion Post Home in Old Town St. Peters at approximately 12:15 p.m. At each stop, there will be an opportunity to donate to the Legacy Scholarship Fund. Last year the Department of Missouri was able to donate over $64,000 at the National Convention, the third highest in the nation. The American Legion offers its support to the children of fallen post 9/11 service members. Come on out and welcome approximately 150 to 200 motorcycles and their riders as they arrive in St. Peters. For more information, please contact Janice Hartley at 314-7994568.

June 30: Free movie

Summer Movie at The Meadows “Tomorrowland” begins at dusk at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL.com.

July 7: Free concert

Summer Concert at The Meadows, Dr. Zhivegas will perform from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL.com.

July 9: Mouse races

Relay For Life of Greater St. Charles is a fundraiser held every year to raise money for the American Cancer Society. The event is from noon till midnight at Fort Zumwalt South in St. Peters.

Veterans Return to Vietnam, a 501(c)3 organization, is holding mouse races at the VFW Hall in St. Charles. Doors open and silent auctions begin at 6 p.m. and mouse races begin at 7 p.m. In addition to the mouse races and silent auctions we will have gift basket raffles, 50/50 drawing, a drawing to win a handmade quilt along with many other exciting and fun games. Veterans Return to Vietnam is dedicated to help Vietnam combat veterans, as well as all combat war veterans, who wish to return to Vietnam in order to gain closure, release from trauma and stress issues, and to see Vietnam as it is today. Tickets are $20 each or $150 for a table of eight. Please call Mike Snider at 314-952-8753 for more details on obtaining tickets, being a corporate sponsor or to place an ad in our program book.

June 25-26: ARRL Field Day

July 14: Free movie

June 25: Relay for Life

On the fourth weekend of June, more than 35,000 radio amateurs gather with their clubs, groups or simply with friends to operate from remote locations. The American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the national association for Amateur Radio, sponsors this event. The ARRL Field Day is an event designed to simulate an emergency situation where Amateur Radio operators, commonly known as “hams,” set up radio equipment in the field to demonstrate the ability to work reliably under any conditions, from almost any location, and create an independent communications network. Radio operators will attempt to make contact with other stations across the country and the globe; testing the readiness of Amateur Radio Emergency Communications. Field Day 2016 runs from 1 p.m. on June 25 to 1 p.m. on June 26. Want to learn more about the hobby and see amateur radio in action? The St. Charles Amateur Radio Club will have their equipment set up and operating at the Menards home improvement store at 151 Spencer Road in St. Peters, on the grassy area between Menards and McDonald’s. Licensed hams will be on hand to answer your questions. The club will also have a “Get On The Air” (GOTA) Station where unlicensed individuals can try out a radio under the supervision of a licensed operator. For more information on Amateur Radio, visit www.arrl. org/what-is-ham-radio.

June 28: Outdoor concert

O’Fallon Jammin’ concert with the O’Fallon Community Concert Band and the O’Fallon Jazz Band takes place from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at Civic Park at 308 Civic Park Drive in O’Fallon. Listen to the sound of music from the movies, pops, jazz and big band, live. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating around the bandstand and purchase delicious food from food trucks and vendors. An ADA-accessible playground, restrooms and walking path are located nearby. Check the Jammin’ website for the complete list of bands and your favorite food trucks. For weather updates call 636-379-5614. For more information visit www.ofallon.mo.us/jammin.

June 29: Shred event

1st Advantage Bank is having a shred event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 240 Salt Lick Rd. in St. Peters. There will be barbecue and an opportunity to declutter your files. This event is free to the public.

Summer Movie at The Meadows “Shaun the Sheep” begins at dusk at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL. com.

July 21: Free concert

Summer Concert at The Meadows, MadBeats will perform from 6:30 9:30 p.m. at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL.com.

July 28: Free movie

Summer Movie at The Meadows “Norm of the North” begins at dusk at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL. com.

Aug. 4: Free concert

Summer Concert at The Meadows, Griffin and the Gargoyles will perform from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL.com.

Aug. 11: Free movie

Summer Movie at The Meadows “Zootopia” begins at dusk at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL.com.

Aug. 18: Free concert

Summer Concert at The Meadows, That 80’s Band will perform from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL.com.

Aug. 11: Free movie

Summer Movie at The Meadows “Hotel Transylvania 2” begins at dusk at Clocktower Plaza. For more information visit www.themeadowsatLSL. com.

Ongoing Events Sundays and Tuesdays: Central Missouri Railroad Association meeting

The Central Missouri Railroad Association meets at Suite 20 in the Warrenton Outlet Mall. This unique organization is for railroad modelers, railfans, photographers and railroad retirees with layouts in O, HO, N hoping to add G scales. Meetings are on Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. and Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. For more info call 636-2795522 or 636-456-0776.

www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • June 1, 2016 Mondays: Take off Pounds Sensibly

Take off pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets every Monday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Weigh-ins begin at 8:30 a.m. We meet at Blanchette Park at 1900 Randolph Street in St. Charles. For more information contact Grace at 636-9464687.

1st Monday: Gardeners of St. Charles County Monthly Meeting 6:30pm. Location varies. 314.304.7480.

1st Monday: St.Charles County Council of the Blind meetings

Business meetings are held on the first Monday of each month (second Monday in September due to Labor Day ) unless otherwise specified. No meetings are held in June, July, or December. Meetings are held in the Community Council Building (2nd floor of the Spencer Branch Library) from 6:30 - 9 p.m. For more information contact Beverly Kaskadden (President) at 636561-6947.

2nd Monday: Winghaven Civil War Round Table

6:30pm, Midwest BankCentre board room, 2299 Technology Dr. O’Fallon. For more informaiton call Mike at 314.276.5018.

4th Monday: American Legion Post 388 Meets

6:30 pm at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Vets. Mem. Pkwy. 636.219.0553.

Every Monday: St. Peters Rotary Club

Noon at St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd. www.stpetersrotary.org.

Every Monday: Seasoned Eye Carvers Meeting

The Seasoned Eye Carvers meet every Monday from 9am to noon at the St. Charles Senior Citizens Center, 1455 Fairgrounds (near the Bass Pro Shop). Visitors are always welcome! For more information check the club web site: www.stcharlesareawoodcarvers.com/ or contact Charles Sapp.

Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday: Fitness First Exercise Classes

9:30-10:30am, American Legion Hall, 504 Luetkenhaus Blvd., Wentzville. 314.369.6521.

Mondays: Chronic pain support group

American Chronic Pain Association is a support group for and by people experiencing chronic pain. Group meets 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month at 3 – 5 p.m. at the Spencer Road Library in St Peters. Important: This is an anonymous group (first names only).

3rd Monday of Each Month: Life After Loss support group

Support group for families who have lost a loved one to heroin/opiate addiction. 7 - 8:30 p.m. at Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital Campus in Room 212 of Professional Building 1. Contact: geevigna@charter.net. No registration required

Every Tuesday: Cribbage Club

1 – 4 p.m. at The Falls Golf Course Clubhouse. Relaxed, friendly play and is open to all. Call 636-561-2970 for more information.

Tuesdays: Lions Club meeting

St. Peters Lions Club meets the first and third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. in Old Town St. Peters on Park Street.

Tuesdays: Monthly veterans coffee Veterans from all branches of service are invited to the Wentzville Green

Lantern Senior Center at 506 S. Linn Ave. in Wentzville on the second Tuesday of each month from 9 – 10:30 a.m. for coffee, pastries and camaraderie. Come meet with fellow veterans who served our country and share your experience.

Tuesday and Friday Evenings: Tae Kwon Do Classes

Dardenne Presbyterian Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. For more information, call 636.561.4347.

1st Tuesday: Fleur de Lis Garden Society 6:30pm at various locations. Info: www.fleurdelisgardensociety.org; Jeanne at 314.605.8563.

2nd Tuesday: Show-me Stitchers Embroiderer’s Guild of America

7pm at the Ladue Chapel. Info: www. showmestitchers.com.

Last Tuesday of every month, St. Charles American Legion Post 312 spaghetti dinner.

5pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles. $5 per person. For more information call Post 312 at 636.947.7666.

4th Tuesday: O’Fallon Garden Club

6:30pm at Sunrise Methodist Church, 7116 Twin Chimney Blvd. Info: Barb at 636.978.5930.

Every Tuesday: Kiwanis Club of St. Charles

Noon-1 p.m. at Bogey Hills Country Club at 1120 Country Club Rd. in St. Charles. Membership in Kiwanis offers you the opportunity to benefit your community and its youth by serving with like-minded people. If you are interested in making a positive impact for generations to come, please join us. For more information please call 636-448-4277. You can also find us at http://stcharleskiwanis.com

Every Tuesday: St. Charles Optimist Club Noon-1pm at Pio’s Restaurant.

Every Tuesday: Quilting Guild at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 1-4pm Free. Quilt for local charities. No sewing experience required.

Every Tuesday: Meeting

Toastmasters

7pm at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon. Info: 636.379.2505.

Every Tuesday: Gateway Spotlight ChorUS

7:15-9:45pm at First United Methodist Church, 801 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles. Info: www.gatewayspotlight. org or 636.256.6823.

Tuesdays: St. Louis Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association Male Caregiver Experience

The group meets on fourth Tuesday of every month from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Spencer Road Library at the Community Commons, 427 Spencer Rd. For more information about Alzheimer’s disease, support, or the Male Caregiver Experience, please call the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 or visit www.alz.org/ stl.

Tuesdays: Gateway Chorus Rehearsal

Spotlight

Gateway Spotlight is a women’s a capella chorus that meets at First United Methodist Church at 801 first Capitol Dr. in St. Charles every Tuesday evening beginning at 7 p.m. Call 636-2566823 for more details.

Every Tuesday & Thursday: Tai Chi at the St. Charles County Family YMCA

8-9am & 10:15-11:15am. No experience necessary. 636-928-1928.

Tuesdays & Thursdays: Get Fit Exercise Classes

9-10am and 5:30-6:30pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Hall, New Melle. 314.369.6521.

Tuesdays and Fridays: TaeKwonDo Ministry

5:30pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Church 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Moses Kim brings Christian teaching into taekwondo. For more information, or to sign up, call 636.561.4347.

Wednesdays: Talk

Veterans

Coffee

Veterans from all branches of the service are invited to attend “Coffee Talk” every Wednesday at. 9 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church, 3601 Ehlmann Rd. in St. Charles (Take I-70 to the Cave Springs exit). We will have applications for VA health care, applications for the honor flight, reports from local American Legion and VFW halls and lots of good comradery. Come join us for free coffee and donuts and enjoy an hour with your fellow veterans.

What’s Happening

2nd Wednesday: Free Financial Education- Money Matters

6:30pm at the O’Fallon Family YMCA. PNC Bank and The O’Fallon Family YMCA have partnered to provide monthly free financial education courses for members of the community. Info (including a list of topics): call PNC Bank at 636.272.2449.

Wednesdays: Take Off Pounds Sensibly

Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the parish hall of Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church at 907 Jungermann Rd. in St. Peters. TOPS is a national non-profit weight-loss organization that supports its members in attaining their goal weight. There is no cost for the first meeting. All are welcome. Weigh-ins begin at 9 a.m. Contact Judy Bauer at 636-541-2263 for further information.

Thursdays: Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS)

8-9:30pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Christian Life Center, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Open to 6th grade and up. Bring a light and dark shirt for different teams.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. in the United Methodist Church at 725 N. Wall St. in Wentzville. TOPS is a national non-profit weight-loss organization that supports its members in attaining their goal weight. There is no cost for the first meeting. All are welcome. For more information call Mary Stassi at 636-357-1387. Thursdays: Optimist Club meetings The O’Fallon Optimist Club meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Bank of Old Monroe T.R. Hughes Blvd. in O’Fallon.

1st Wednesday of each month: Hope & Healing

3rd Thursdays: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 Meeting

Every Wednesday: Dardenne Presbyterian Church Basketball

5-6pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Rock Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Unique service of music, worship, and prayer for those in need of hope and healing.

Wednesdays: Women’s fishing club

Gateway Bass ‘n Gals all women’s bass club has monthly meetings the first Wednesday of every month at Rookies Bar and Grill at 3721 New Town Rd. in St. Charles at 7 p.m. Women of any fishing level please come and check out our women-only fishing club.

Every Wednesday: Crossroads Cribbage Club

10am Meets at 1380 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379. 636.528.8379.

Every Wednesday: Men’s Golf League

5pm, tee off at 5:30 pm at Heritage of Hawk Ridge. www.lakesaintlouis.com, under the parks and recreation section.

Every Wednesday: Charity Bingo

6:45pm VFW Post 5077 sponsors, at VFW Hall, 8500 Veterans Mem. Pkwy., O’Fallon. 636.272.1945 or www.vfwpost5077.org.

Every Wednesday. Kiwanis Club of Harvester monthly meeting.

Noon, Fratelli’s Restorante, 2061 Zumbehl Road in St Charles. For more information, please contact kellenj@ATT.net

Every Wednesday, Winfield Foley Firefighters Association Bingo.

Doors open at 4:30, bingo at 6:30pm, Bingo hall is next door to County Market in the Winfield Plaza on Highway 47. For more information, call 636.566.6621 or 636.566.8406.

1st and 3rd Wednesday Each Month: St. Charles Area Wood Carvers

7pm – 9pm. Meetings are held at the Hollenbeck Middle School at 4555 Central School Road, St. Charles, Missouri. Visitors are always welcome! For more information check the club web site: www.stcharlesareawoodcarvers. com/ or contact Charles Sapp.

7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd in St. Peters. Those who served in any branch between 1962 and 1975 are welcome.

Every Thursday: Dardenne Presbyterian Church Quilters

9am-2pm, Dardenne Presbyterian Church, 7400 South Outer 364 in Dardenne Prairie. Members do hand quilting to quilts of any size for donation that is given to various church supported charities. No experience is necessary to join the group. For more information, contact Vickie Young at 636.928.7348, or Brenda Kenny at 636.240.3753.

Thursdays: Rotary Club breakfast

Every Thursday at 7:30 a.m., except the last Thursday of the month, the O’Fallon Rotary Club meets for breakfast at the Holy Cross Lutheran Church Gym at 8945 Veterans Memorial Parkway in O’Fallon. We are a fraternal group that does good in the community and worldwide while having fun.

Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of St. Peters

6:30am at IHOP (3851 Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy St. Peters). 636.328.4941.

Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon

11:45am Meets at JJ’s Restaurant in O’Fallon. Info: www.ofkiwanis.com.

to visit and have breakfast with us. www.ofallonmo.rotary-clubs.org

Every Thursday: Yoga at The St. Charles County Family YMCA 7-7:55pm Any 636.928.1928.

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Every Thursday: Active Older Adults Game Day at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 10am Free. Bring a favorite snack to share. Anybody welcome.

2nd and 4th Thursdays: Alexander Chapter #242 Order of the Eastern Star Meetings 7:30pm, St. Charles Masonic Lodge, 2051 Collier Corporate Parkway in St. Charles.

3rd Thursday of each month: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 meetings 7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd in St. Peters.

3rd Thursday of the month, Ladies Night Out

Cottleville Crafts, Etc..., 5335 Highway N in Cottleville. Vinyl design class. For more information, call 636.441.2700 or visit www.cottlevillecrafts.com. 2nd & 4th Thursday: Alexander Chapter 242/Eastern Star St. Charles Masonic Lodge, 2051 Collier Corporate Parkway, St. Charles. 636.577.0056.

3rd Thursday of each month: Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 458 Meeting 7pm, Amvets Post 106, 360 Brown Rd. in St. Peters. Veterans who served in any branch of service between 1962 and 1975 are welcome.

Every Friday: Moms Play Group

10am at LSL Community Association, 100 Cognac Ct., Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367. 314.479.0306, andreacrislip@ gmail.com or www.lslmothersclub. com.

Every Friday: VFW Fish Fry

3-8pm VFW Post 2866. 66 VFW Lane. Call Bill Sams, 636.724.9612.

Every Friday, St. Charles American Legion Post 312 charity bingo

6:30pm, St. Charles American Legion Post 312, 2500 Raymond Drive in St. Charles. For more information call Post 312 at 636.947.7666.

Every Saturday: Chess

8-11am or later in the food court at Mid Rivers Mall in St. Peters.

Every Saturday: Veterans Learn guitar for FREE

9:30am in Historic St. Charles. Info: Bill Dennis at 314.479.5750.

Every Saturday: Peaceful Puppy Mill Protest

11am - 12:30pm at Petland, 6131 Ronald Reagan Drive, Lake St. Louis. banmo.puppymills@yahoo.com.

Second and Fourth Saturday of the month: Charitable bingo

7:30am, The Rendezvous Café at 217 South Main St. in O’Fallon. We welcome existing and potential members

Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m., doors open at 4 p.m. at the Wentzville Community Club located at 500 West Main in Wentzville. For more information visit www.wentzvillecommunityclub.com or www.facebook.com/wentzville-

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‘Full Court’ tells story of game-changing decision When talking to Spencer Haywood about his life, it’s obvious that he wasn’t trying to change the world or even the game of basketball. He simply wanted to provide a better life for his mother, who was working in the Mississippi cotton fields. An exceptional college basketball player, Haywood made the 1968 Olympic Basketball team and wanted to turn professional in his sophomore year. NBA eligibility rules at the time, however, required that college players had to wait until their class graduated. Haywood later fought that regulation all the way up to the Supreme Court. “Full Court: Spencer Haywood,” a new documentary narrated by Chuck D, examines this athlete’s amazing life and a historic court decision. The film just had a successful debut at the Seattle International Film Festival. “I was watching a documentary last night called ‘Schooled.’ It is about that case, that ruling. And my case and other cases that are pending now about players making their choice,” Haywood explained when reached by phone for an interview. “[Executive producer Dwayne Clark] was able to put together this film and do something very special to show that my dreams started in the cotton fields of Mississippi, to get my mother out of the cotton fields. Her back had gone out, so she was crawling on her knees.” After joining the Hall of Famer on the call, Clark said that what resonated with him it is a great human rights story as well as a great sports story: “It’s a civil rights story as well. There are so many facets to this story, from a young kid going to the ’68 Olympics, where there was the ‘Black Power’ salute, to being one of highest scorers in

the Olympics.” Clark said he and Haywood first met a dinner about three to four years ago: “Not even a year ago – it was last June – Spencer and I were up at a fundraiser that I sponsored for Russell Wilson, the Seattle Seahawks quarterback. I was going to talk to Russell about doing a documentary about him because he’s had a great, interesting life.” Haywood came to over to talk to Clark and his wife, casually mentioning his upcoming induction into the

Hall of Fame. “We had a pleasant conversation, and I drove home that day. I thought ‘Oh my God, I think this is my story,’” he explained. Because of the NBA requirements, Haywood joined the Denver Rockets, an American Basketball Association (ABA) team. In 1970, he joined the Seattle SuperSonics and, with owner Sam Schulman, was part of an anti-trust lawsuit against the NBA. “It was a simple task; it wasn’t like I was trying to take over the world. It ended up I was taking on the NCAA, the NBA, the ABA and the world at that time. But it started as a simple concept,” he added. “You have rules that were set forth in 1956 by the NCAA that stated that any player who wanted to leave their university or go into the pros anywhere, you had to wait for four years after your high school class had graduated.” Haywood pointed out that long before his lawsuit, there were other players who wanted to turn pro early. Wilt Chamberlain, for instance, left the University of Kansas and went to the Globetrotters for one year and then came back to the NBA. “Those great players wanted to do it, but they never wanted to challenge it,” he said. “Full Court” is currently on the film festival circuit. Submitted photos 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 wideeyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.