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April 3, 2013

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Would you like to attend an event where you can learn what is available for your family in our community and entertain your kids…all for free? If so, come to the Baby Kid Expo.

The 7th Annual Baby Kid Expo will be held on Saturday, April 13 from 9am - 4pm at the St. Charles Convention Center. The Baby Kid Expo is the largest event held in the metro St. Louis area that’s specially designed to provide parents with a fun trade show atmosphere, while their kids enjoy an awesome day of fun and entertainment.

“The Baby Kid Expo is a fun event for the whole family where you can gain knowledge from local businesses that will benefit your family. There are exhibitors ranging from healthcare, daycares, photographers, dance groups, college planners, sports groups, camp information, boutiques, and more.” says Heather Deatz, show producer. “The event is free but be sure to be ready to shop.”

The Baby Kid Expo has various entertainment acts and speakers that will be featured throughout the day. Presenting Sponsors Barnes Jewish St. Peters

and Children’s at Progress West will have their ‘Mom Docs’ on hand to chat with new parents on the main stage at 10:30 and 1:30. They, along with Kohl’s Safety Street, are also sponsoring the Cutest Baby Contest that is now ongoing online. Be sure to check out our website for information on how to participate and win great prizes.

The main stage will also be loaded with fun starting with a visit from Dora and Diego at 9:30am. Then the Sprout and About Diaper Derby is back: Be sure to pre-register your crawler on our website to participate in the fun. WalMart and My Red Thread will both have fashion shows featuring their spring line.

The Muny Kids, the Radio Disney Road Crew, magicians, and more will all grace the main stage. Come see rare birds from the World Bird Sanctuary and also some reptiles. Don’t miss our face painting, rock climbing wall, petting zoo, video games, mascots, Elmo, karaoke and inflatables. The local kid band Doppler FX will also be performing.

Kohl’s Safety Street will be back with their large interactive exhibit that teach-

es children important lessons. This exhibit talks about street, stranger and dog safety. It’s a great way to review these important lessons in a fun way that will leave a lasting impression.

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Around Town your guide to good news and events like DAR’s Beginning Genealogy Classes

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Lincoln County Life Sweat for Pets, Troy Garden Club, Week of the Young Child and Resources 4 Autism

10 Missouri Wines

The Show-Me State makes great wines just west of us.

11 Pinwheels for Prevention

Buy a pinwheel to prevent child abuse

12 Business

St. Charles County’s businesses are thriving, and we’ve got the latest news here.

14 School

St. Charles County’s students are succeeding!

16 Movie

Lily Tomlin steals the show in Admission.

BABY KID EXPO from cover Missouri Children’s Identification and Program Protection (MoCHIP) will be at this year’s event providing free Child ID Badges and a personal information CD. We offer free speaker session on the importance of reading, birth alternatives and safe cleaning products for your home.

To hold your spot, pre-register for free on our website.

Be sure to register Photo by Rhonda Jean Photos for the door prizes which include Britax strollers and car seats, gift cards, hotel nights, jewelry and more. Also, participate in our raffle for great prizes donated by our exhibitors that will benefit Autism Speaks. Free diapers will be given to all attendees by Proctor and Gamble.

For more information about the Baby Kid Expo, check out the full schedule at www.babykidexpo. com or call 866.654.3976. Also, become a FAN at www.facebook.com/babykidexpo and participate in our contests and giveaways! Don’t miss it!

Thank you to our Sponsors: Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Children’s at Progress West, WalMart, Procter and Gamble, Ameren, Zeiser Kia, My Red Thread, Play Simple Toys, Community News, The Bump, Tots 2 Be, Radio Disney, KFAV, St. Louis Kids Magazine, Kids Out and About, Macaroni Kid, Around Town for Less and Sprout and About.

17 Recipes

“Pass the Potatoes, Please”

18 Learn & Play

“Spring Car Maintenance,” Sudoku, and a review of the children’s book Stuck

19 Sports

Local sport authority Gary B fills you in on the weekend’s sporting events.

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20 What’s Happening

the only events calendar you need to stay entertained all week long

22 Classifieds 24 Over the Fence & Community Coupons

This week our blue-collar philosopher Joe Morice discusses drones.

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Beginning Genealogy and Other Free Classes

Beginning Genealogy will be offered through the Renaud Spirit Center, and taught by members of the newly confirmed Caroline Close Stuart Chapter, NSDAR (National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution) on Saturday, April 6 at 2650 Tri Sport Circle, O’Fallon.

The free class starts at 8:30 am will cover beginning information about how to start a family tree, where to locate documents and how to organize the information collected. The afternoon class held the same day begins at 1pm and will go into more in depth information for anyone who has already gotten started but wants to sharpen skills and search like a pro. Each class will end with information on how to become a member of the DAR. DAR Chapter members will also be on hand to help with research road blocks.

Residents and non-residents of O’Fallon must register for the free classes with the Renaud Spirit Center at 636.474.2732. You may also find information about the local DAR chapter on the web at www.mssdar.org/ccstuart.

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Art and Awareness Framations Art Gallery is proud to introduce their Art and Awareness series of exhibits. These exhibits will encourage artists to create work focusing on a theme that will draw attention to a cause or issue that affects our community. To begin this series, Framations presents the theme “Touched by Violence.”

This theme is meant to explore violence in our society and its weighty affects on us as individuals in our daily lives as well as our interactions and emotional response. Art therapy is often used to encourage expression and healing after a traumatic experience. Whether you have been personally affected by violence or are simply disheartened by violence in our society, artists are encouraged to explore this theme in their art.

Artists are encouraged to bring a written statement (typed please) that describes their personal reflection on their work and how their artwork relates to the theme. These will be included in the exhibit. Artists are encouraged to use their own interpretation to arrive at their imagery.

In this exhibit, Framations is not looking necessarily for images of violence, but for the emotional response, the after affects, the impressions left by violent acts. In honor of May being Law Enforcement Appreciation Month, Framations will donate a portion of sale to The Backstoppers Inc, a local organization that aids the families of fallen police officers, firefighters and publicly

funded paramedics and EMTs. Since 1959, The Backstoppers has provided necessary support and financial assistance to over 130 families in our area.

This exhibit will be on display May 3 - June 6.

Artists can enter up to four pieces, with an entry fee of $8.00 per piece. Entries must be hand delivered to Framations April 19 and 20 from 10-6 and April 21 from 12-5. This exhibit is open to artists 18 years of age or older who live in the St. Louis region. Works in all 2D and 3D media can be entered. There will be Awards announced at the Opening Reception on May 3 from 6-8pm.

Artists should read through all entry information prior to submitting work. Please see full entry details on www.framations.com.

The Juror for this exhibit is Aunia Kahn, a selftaught figurative artist, photographer, author, and curator whose primary artwork combines many disciplines, wrapping them into a hybrid art form melding photography, painting and collage. She has curated numerous exhibitions across the country, as well as lectures at colleges and universities about art, overcoming abuse, mental illness, and the inspiration behind the art of healing.

Framations is located at 218 North Main Street in St. Charles. The full entry details can be found on www.framations.com. Call 636.724.8313 with any questions.

Celebrate National Arbor Day by Planting Trees National Arbor Day is April 26 this year, and the Arbor Day Foundation is making it easy for anyone to celebrate the annual tree-planting holiday. Join the Foundation in April and receive 10 free shade trees.

By joining the Foundation in April, new members receive the following trees: red oak, sugar maple, weeping willow, baldcypress, thornless honeylocust, pin oak, river birch, tuliptree, silver maple and red maple.

The free trees are part of the Foundation’s Trees for America campaign.

“These trees provide shade in the summer and gorgeous colors throughout the fall,” said John Rosenow, founder and chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “By the simple act of planting trees, one person helps create a healthier and more beautiful planet for all of us.”

The trees will be shipped postpaid at the right time for planting in April or May with enclosed planting instructions.

The 6 to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge.

To become a member of the Foundation and receive the free trees, send a $10 contribution to TEN FREE SHADE TREES, Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410, by April 30, 2013, or visit www.arborday.org/april.

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Girl Scouts Set a Guinness World Record in 2012 The Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri would like to thank local residents who donated 1,415,702 items to April Showers in 2012, helping Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri (GSEM) set a Guinness World Record.

GSEM set this record with the help of 30 Walmart stores that participated in the first ever “Showering the Community” event last year, which is part of April Showers. Thanks to generous donations throughout the community, we collected many items which were donated to local food pantries, shelters and GSEM partner, Operation Food Search (OFS), for distribution to individuals and families in need. This year, we will have examples of the items we’re collecting and there will also be opportunities to photograph/film OFS warehouse employees during their daily routine.

2012 April Showers Program statistics: • number of girls who participated – 17,914 • number of adult volunteers who participated – 14,000 • number of hours donated to the program – 86,230 Launched in 1998, April Showers continues to be a cornerstone for local shelters and families in need of donated items. According to Operation Food Search, April Showers provides 99 percent of all personal care items distributed in the region. GSEM attributes this major accomplishment to the generosity of residents within its community.

Other details: During April Showers, “Gray is the new Green” recycled bags will be distributed throughout the Council’s jurisdiction on April 12, 13 and 14. On April 13, troops will hand out raindrop-shaped lists during “Showering the Community” to encourage Walmart shoppers to purchase personal care items for those in need in our community. April Showers also provides an opportunity for girls in grades K-12 to learn to lead, take responsibility, make good decisions and help those in need. Residents have until April 20 to fill the bags with items printed on the outside.

Residents who do not receive a bag on their door can attend a Showering the Community Event or purchase pre-packaged bags from Schnuck’s and Dierberg’s stores during the week of the event.

Those who are unable to participate or who forget to donate during the week of the event may drop off items at any Dierberg’s market from April 20 to May 4. People may also call 1.800.727.4475, ext. 4601 to arrange pickups.

Artistic Roller Skating Club Artistic Roller Skating Club at Great Skate located at 130 Boone Hills. Dr. Saint Peters sent skaters to the Heart of Memphis Invitational on February 3 at East End Skating Center in Memphis TN. Eight took home medals in the competition.

For more information about the Heart of Memphis Invitational visit http://www.teamusa.org/USARollerSports/Resources/ForAthletes. aspx or about the Great Skate Artistic Club visit http://www.greatskaterocks.com/ Featured in the photo: Back row left to right Christian Brown, Abagail Corns, Kendra Braucksick Front row left to right Haley Bhavsar, kaitlin D’Angelo, Chavi Khanna, Ruthie Manor, Caleb Bass

Sixteen Scouts Presented First Supernova Awards The first sixteen Scouts who earned the Dr. Charles H. Townes Supernova Award in St. Charles County were presented their recognitions on March 5 during the Boone Trails District Roundtable at the Cottleville Knights of Columbus Hall.

From Pack 972: Colby Ackley, Ryan Hillyer, Jacob Welsh, Andrew Barrow, Jimmy Orsund, and Evan Bailey. From Pack 968: CJ (Craig) Butler, Justin Burski, Jesse Moore, Mason Stromlund, Ethan Zink, Henry Roos, Dylan NordSt. Charles area Scouts who earned the Supernova Award. From Pack 972: Colby Ackley, Ryan Hillyer, Jacob Welsh, Andrew Barrow, Jimmy Orsund, and Evan Bailey. mann, Joshua Kranz, and Adam Steiner.

From Pack 968: CJ (Craig) Butler, Justin Burski, Jesse Moore, Mason Stromlund, And from Pack 957: Garrett Hudson.

Ethan Zink, Henry Roos, Dylan Nordmann, Joshua Kranz, and Adam Steiner. And Thanks goes to these Scouts Mentors: from Pack 957: Garrett Hudson. Pictured with the Scouts on the left is District STEM Mike Zink, Dr. Ackley, and LaDonna Chairman, Craig Felzien, and on their right, Tom Kroenung, Council STEM Director.

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The BSA’s NOVA Awards program incorporates learning with fun activities and exposure to STEMrelated fields (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venturers can work on requirements for a wide range of awards.

There are two levels of involvement in this program that lead Scouts to earn the NOVA award and the Supernova award. The NOVA awards are presented for cumulative achievement of badges in each of the STEM areas. The Supernova award has more rigorous requirements than the NOVA awards and is designed to recognize more in-depth, advanced achievement in STEM-related activities.

Due to the intensity of this award, Scouts work with a Supernova Mentor to guide them through the process. The Supernova requires earning 3 of the 4 possible NOVA awards, as well as performing research, preparation, setup, coordination and organization of a high-level STEM activity or experiment, followed by analysis and reflection, and culminating in a report demonstrating superior effort and understanding of the technical topic.

Congratulations to these young men on this noteworthy achievement and inspiring fellow Scouts to learn more about the world of STEM. More information on the program can be found online at http://stem. stlbsa.org.

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US Coast Guard Auxiliary Safe Boating Class

Fiesta 5K and RSC Fitness Festival

Missouri’s Mandatory Boater Education Law requires that every Missouri resident born after January 1, 1984 who operates a vessel on Missouri lakes must carry a boating safety identification card issued by the State Water Patrol and a valid photo ID. This includes personal watercraft like Jet-Skis. The Boating Safety ID Card indicates successful completion of a boating safety education course. Illinois and many other states have similar requirements.

Flotilla 3-13 of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will be offering the “About Boating Safety” course at Grafton City Hall this spring.

The course runs on 2 consecutive Saturdays from 9am – 1pm. The class schedule is as follows: Class 2: April 6 and April 13 Class 3: May 4 and May 11 Successful completion of this course will not

Get your day off to a healthy start by participating in the Fiesta 5K at 7:30am on May 4 outside the Renaud Spirit Center (RSC). Or, register for the RSC Kids 1-Mile Run/Walk which is perfect for the younger members of the family with a parent, and all participants will get an award. Festive costumes with a Cinco de Mayo theme are encouraged for both races, and prizes will be awarded for the best. Register by April 13 to get a T-shirt in a preferred size. In addition to the races: • The RSC Fitness Festival will be held from 7am – 11am with free aerobics classes for the family, including dance fusion for kids, Aqua Zumba, face painting, inflatables, a kids’ obstacle course, a balloon artist, free raffles and prizes, and seminars and health screenings.

• The RSC will hold an open house with free admission and use of the facilities from 7am – 7pm, swimming from noon to 6:30pm, open gym from 2:30 – 7pm, and a 10% discount on a membership if you join on May 4. The RSC is located at 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon.

Visit www.renaudspiritcenter.com to enter the Fiesta 5K and the RSC Kids’ 1-Mile Run/Walk.

• The Fiesta 5K entry fee through April 13 is $16 for ages 14 and under and $21 for ages 15 and older.

• The Kids’ 1-Mile Run/Walk entry fee through April 13 is $13 for ages 14 and under and $16 for ages 15 and older. All participants will get an award.

For both races: a $5 fee will be added for late registration from April 14 through May 3. T-shirts are not guaranteed to be available to race day entrants, and a $10 late fee will be charged for race day registration. There’s no charge to enter the costume contest.

For more information about the event, contact Ty Joyce at tjoyce@ofallon.mo.us or 636.474.8122. Or, call RSC staff at 636.474.2732.

only earn the Boating Safety ID Card, but will also give you invaluable information which will help you to remain safe on the water. Whether you are required by law to take the course or not, Boating Safety Education will help you be a better, safer boater. Insurers recognize this and most offer a discount on your insurance for completing the course.

Course Preregistration is necessary. Sign up or for more information by dropping by Grafton Harbor, or calling Jan at 618.786.7678 or by contacting Mark at msz@charter.net or cell phone number 314.803.7044.

To learn more about boater education, Vessel Safety Checks and other services provided by the Coast Guard Auxiliary, or if you are interested in learning how to become one of us, visit www.uscgauxflotilla3-13.org or email msz@charter.net.

St. Peters Golf Course Offers Leagues for Everyone The great thing about golf is that just about anyone can enjoy the game. This is also true of leagues at St. Peters Golf Course. Choose between men’s leagues, ladies’ leagues, summer junior leagues, and weekly senior events.

Adult leagues begin in April, including a new morning league for men. Junior youth leagues will follow in June. Registration is open now for all leagues. Meanwhile, the golf course offers a weekly Senior Scramble year-round, no registration required.

Here are the leagues available this year at St. Peters Golf Course: Ladies Evening League meets Tuesdays from April 16-Sept. 3. Tee times are 5-5:30pm Ladies Morning League meets Wednesdays from April 3-Sept. 25. Tee times are 8-9am Men’s Evening League meets Thursdays from April 18-Sept. 5. Tee times are 4:30-5:30pm New this year, Morning Men’s League meets Mondays from April 22-Sept. 23. Tee times are 7:30-8am Junior Golf Leagues for ages 7-17 will be on Wednesdays from June 5-Aug. 7 this summer. Three age groups are available: Cubs (ages 7-10), Tigers (11-14) and Masters (15-17).

Weekly Senior Scrambles begin with a shotgun start each Thursday. Sign up with a friend for a two-person scramble. Senior Scrambles are available year-round, weather permitting. Events begin at 7:30am in-season, and 9am off-season.

For more information, go online to www.stpetersmo.net/golf or call 636.397.2227. Registration forms are available online and at St. Peters Golf Course, 200 Salt Lick Rd.

Safety Town Teaches Kids to Stay Safe Beginning at 8am on Wednesday, April 3 residents will be able to enroll children in O’Fallon Safety Town online or in person at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon.

O’Fallon Safety Town is a nationally-accredited accident prevention program designed to instill safety awareness and safe procedures in children ages 4 ½ through 6 ½. Under the guidance of police officers, a certified teacher, paramedics, firefighters, railroad police and trained volunteer staff, children experience “real life” situations, learn to decide if a situation is safe or unsafe, and how to respond safely. The program uses a simulated city layout, a classroom facility and an off-campus field trip to teach children how to stay safe.

Three sessions will be offered, with each session lasting two weeks, Monday through Friday. The dates are: June 3-14, June 17-28, and July 8-19. Choose morning classes, 9 - 11:30am, or afternoon classes, 12:30 - 3pm. Children must be at least 4 ½ but not older than 6 ½ on the start date of the program. Safety Town sessions will be held at Emge Elementary School, 250 Fallon Parkway, O’Fallon. O’Fallon Safety Town is sponsored by the O’Fallon Police Department and VFW Post 5077 and the Ladies’ Auxiliary. www.ofallon.mo.us/PD/SafetyTown.

The cost for the program is $60 per child and $40 for each additional child from the same family. Fees must be paid in full when children are enrolled. Space is limited, so early enrollment is encouraged. Only parents or legal guardians may enroll their children.

To register in person, come to the Renaud Spirit Center and pay by cash, check or a credit card. To register online, visit www. renaudspiritcenter.com and select “Register Online.” No phone registration will be available.

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National Library Week Used Book Sale

St. Charles Community College library will host its 20th annual used book sale from 7:30am - 10pm Monday-Wednesday, April 1517. The book sale is part of the celebration for National Library Week which is April 8-14. The sale will be in the library, located in the Learning Resource Center on the SCC campus.

Both fiction and non-fiction material will be available. Books will be sold for $.50 for paperbacks and $1 for hardbacks. Faculty, student and friends of SCC have donated books and other books are withdrawn from the library’s collection.

“The book sale has a great selection of books at extremely reasonable prices,” said Theresa Flett, SCC reference librarian. “Come early for the best selection.”

National Library Week is a time to celebrate the contributions of libraries, librarians and library works in schools, campuses and communities nationwide. First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country each April.

The library is still accepting donations of books, videos, CDs and children’s books. Proceeds from the sale will go to the acquisitions fund to purchase new materials for the SCC library. For more information, call Theresa Flett at 636.922.8620.

National Rx Take Back Don’t let your unused prescription medications get into the wrong hands. Take advantage of the National Rx Take Back Event on April 27 and bring in those old drugs for safe disposal.

The St. Peters Police Department is offering two locations for drop-off during this national event between 10am and 2pm on April 27. Turn in your prescription and over-the-counter drugs during this time only at either the St. Peters Justice Center, 1020 Grand Teton Dr., or at Walgreens, 1305 Jungermann Rd. The Justice Center is located at the corner of Grand Teton Drive and Suemandy Drive near Mid Rivers Mall. Walgreens is that the intersection of Jungermann and McClay Roads.

The U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Agency is coordinating the National Rx Take Back Event. The St. Peters Police Department is participating in the event because unused medication is a potential source of supply for illegal use and an unacceptable risk to public health and safety. When people drop off their unused medicines during this event, they eliminate the possibility of the drugs harming someone else or getting into the wrong hands.

The service is free and anonymous. You can turn in medications that are out-of-date or medicines that you no longer need or use.

Intravenous solutions, injectables and needles will not be accepted.

Illegal substances such as marijuana or methamphetamine are not a part of this initiative.

If you’re worried about anonymity, remove identifying information from prescription medicine container labels before disposal.

Tightly seal the cap on any liquid product, such as cough syrup.

Learn more at www.dea.gov.

Lake Saint Louis Farmers & Artists Market The Lake Saint Louis Farmers & Artists Market is celebrating its Opening Day on April 6 at The Meadows shopping center located at Highway 40 & Lake Saint Louis Blvd. The weekly farmers market will operate on Saturdays from 8am - noon through late October at The Meadows in the south lots by the fountain.

The Lake Saint Louis Farmers & Artists Market is St. Charles County’s only producer-only market. The market only sells goods that are produced by the vendors themselves within a 100-mile radius of the market. On Opening Day the market brings the goods of more than 30 local growers, food-producers, bakers and artisans directly to the community. That number will increase to nearly 60 throughout the summer as the season’s crops peak.

New to the market for the 2013 season is an expanded selection of produce brought to the market by added local farmers and growers. Further into the season the market will also welcome local wineries and breweries to debut their finest selections for shoppers to sample and purchase. Additional goods on Opening Day include salad greens, cauliflower, spinach, fresh honey, asparagus, farm-fresh eggs, grass-fed beef, pastured pork, plants, soaps, hand-crafted jewelry and much more. Live music, yoga, children’s activities and educational programs are also available on select market days. A complete list of products and vendors can be found at www.lakestlouisfarmersandartistsmarket.com.

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Get Outta Town: Gateway Arch Riverboats

Hannibal Arts Council to Recreate a Speakeasy The Hannibal Arts Council will transport guests to a 1920s speakeasy for its annual theme party fundraiser. The event will be held on Saturday, April 6 at the Quality Inn & Suites in Hannibal. The 2013 theme is SPEAKEASY and the fun will begin in the hotel lobby at 6:30pm with drinks and socializing followed by a sitdown dinner and entertainment at 7:30pm in the ballroom.

Hannibal Arts Council volunteers will decorate the hotel lobby so guests will feel they are in a grungy back alley waiting for the secret password to enter the ballroom, which will be decorated in the style of an elegant 1920s speakeasy. Guests are encouraged (optional) to get into the theme and dress the part of the 1920s, casual to formal. Following dinner, a jazz combo led by Bill Morrison and featuring

With spring just around the corner, the Gateway Arch Riverboats are gearing up for another season on the Mississippi River. Daily sightseeing cruises along the river have resumed this month, and on April 5, Skyline Dinner Cruises will make a return. With riverboats having lined the St. Louis Riverfront since the early 1800’s, the Tom Sawyer and Becky Thatcher 19th century replica paddle boats offer a glimpse at some of the best views of St. Louis.

The daily, hour-long scenic sightseeing cruises transport guests back to a time when steamboats ruled the Mississippi River.

Boats leave from the cobblestone levee below the Gateway Arch, and the vessel’s captain narrates the cruises, providing insight on the landmarks, architecture and rich history of St. Louis. A ranger from the National Park Service also joins the cruises to discuss how the river affects and benefits the surrounding city.

Reservations for the cruises are recommended, and can be made by calling 877.982.1410 or visiting ticketsforthearch.com. Cruise admission is $14 for adults, $8 for children ages 3-15, and free for kids under three. During the 2013 season, guests can also purchase a “Captain’s Combo,” which offers a sightseeing cruise ticket and a “Journey to the Top” of the Arch ticket for one low price of $20 for adults and $10 for children.

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a female vocalist will entertain to complete the speakeasy environment.

The theme party fundraiser is held each year to provide an opportunity for the community to show its appreciation and support of the valuable programming and services HAC brings to the community and have fun while supporting the arts.

The event is not an arts council members-only event. HAC board members and volunteers are selling tickets, however anyone who would like to attend may contact the HAC to purchase tickets. Both single tickets and tables of 10 are being sold. Tickets are $30 per person or $300 for a table of 10. For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact the Hannibal Arts Council at findit@hannibalarts.com or 573.221.6545.

Ladies: Discover Nature with Outdoor Skills Workshop The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites women to get hands-on training in various outdoor skills at its “Discover Nature-Women Summer Workshop” May 31-June 2 at the Windermere Conference Center along Lake of the Ozarks in Roach, MO. The workshop provides a safe and friendly environment where women receive hands-on outdoorskills training at the beginner level by selecting a group of four courses Amy Huff hopes to use the archery skills she learned at MDC’s Discover Nature Women 2011 sumfrom the following offer- mer program to help her 10-year-old daughter. Photo courtesy of Missouri Department of ings: archery, hunting, Conservation canoeing, outdoor cooking, firearms, camping, fishing, fly tying, map and compass reading, and shotgun shooting. Women attending for the first time are encouraged to attend the program a second year to complete four additional courses.

The special weekend is targeted to women 18 years and older, along with young women age 14-17 when accompanied by a woman 18 years or older. The workshop is free, but a $20 deposit is required at the time of registration and will be refunded at check in. There is no deposit fee for young women aged 14–17 when registered with an adult. Registration deadline is April 26.

Participants are responsible for their own accommodations and meals. MDC will provide dinner on Saturday. Various lodging options are available at the Windermere Conference Center including lodge, motel, cabin, and camping. For more information or to make reservations directly with Windermere, call 800.346.2215, or visit windermereusa.org.

To register, go online to mdc.mo.gov/node/3958 and download the brochure for full course descriptions and the registration form. You can also see photos from the 2012 event. For more information, call 573.522.4115, ext. 3808.

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Sweat for Pets Spin and Zumbathon to Benefit PALS PALS, Pets Alone Sanctuary, will host Sweat for Pets, Spin-AThon and Zumbathon on April 20. The event will take place from 8 am to 12 pm at Ultimate Fitness Plus, 425 S Lincoln Drive in Troy.

The Spin-A-Thon will take place in one-hour sessions beginning at 8 am and will cost $15 for the first hour and $10 for each additional hour.

Pre-registration is required to reserve a spin bike. Call 314.581.6651 or 314.429.0096.

The cost for the Zumbathon is $20 for unlimited time. Dancers can join at any time and pay in advance or at the door.

Proceeds will benefit PALS Dog and Cat Rescue/Shelter in Troy.

PALS is an all-volunteer, non-profit animal rescue organization and certified charity licensed by the State of Missouri. For more information about Sweat For Pets, call Jennifer Raeker at 314.581.6651

Celebrate Week of the Young Child Youth In Need’s Head Start and Early Head Start will lead Celebrate Week of the Young Child beginning on April 15. To kick off the week, a celebration will be held from 4-7pm at the Lincoln County Fire Department Community Room located at 700 E Cherry Street, Troy, MO 63379.

Along with snacks, the event will feature health, nutrition and early education activities, and information about family engagement and commitment. Families can also pre-apply for Head Start and Early Head Start Learn more by calling 636.462.6604, extension 19.

Youth In Need is a nonprofit agency that provides a variety of crisis prevention and intervention program throughout eastern Missouri.

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Troy Garden Club will Host Arbor Day Event The Troy Garden Club will hold the Annual Arbor Day Celebration at Hawk Point Elementary School on April 15. The public is invited to attend the ceremony, which begins at 1pm.

Around April 12, the club will be sending Gray Dogwood seedlings home with all fourth grade students at Troy R-III Schools. Families who receive seedlings should be sure to plant them as soon as possible. The Gray Dogwood can grow to 10 feet provides excellent wildlife food and cover. Parents of children in home school in Troy may receive a seedling by contacting the garden club.

As in past years, Troy Garden Club is donating a tree. This year the tree will be planted at Hawk Point Elementary. If you wish to have a tree planted in honor of in memory of someone this year, please contact Mari Blossom at 636.528.8244.

Resources 4 Autism Community Walk to be Held April 27 The 3rd Annual Resources 4 Autism Community Walk will be held on April 27 beginning at 11am at the Fair Grounds Park duck pond. Family entertainment will begin at 12 and run until 2pm at Clonts Field. Parents can tour the booths of educational and home party vendors and children can enjoy bounce houses, face painting and more.

Hot dogs, chips and bottled water will be pro-

vided for all participating walkers.

For more information, contact JoEllen Kessler at jlkessler@centurytel.net or 636.248.1728. No registration is required, but donations are appreciated.

Resources 4 Autism is a non-profit organization that helps families in need of health, therapy and supplemental benefits related to individuals with autism.

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Missouri Wines

By Ilene Davis

Photos courtesy the Missouri Wine and Grape Board

Missouri produced more than two million gallons of wine annually and ranked second in the nation in wine production. Restoration and revitalization of the industry began in the 1960s, and today the industry is thriving and experiencing incredible growth and worldwide recognition.

History and Development The Missouri wine industry has a history as rich as the wine it produces. German settlers established the town of Hermann on the banks of the Missouri River, and though the ground was too rocky for many crops, it was well suited for growing wine grapes. A decade later, Hermann’s wineries were producing more than 10,000 gallons of wine a year.

Eventually, more than 60 wineries populated the small town, and by the 1880s, wine lovers in America and Europe were enjoying two million gallons Throughout history, wine has received high praise, of Missouri wine each year.

In the 1870s, a vineyard pest, the Phylloxera louse, having been described as “bottled poetry,” and an “essential ingredient” of life. Thomas Jefferson was fa- destroyed enormous tracts of vineyards in France. mously quoted, “A very favorite wine … a necessary Charles Valentine Riley, better known as C.V. Riley, was the first state appointed entomologist in Misof life with me.”

Missouri has made its own mark in the history of souri and is credited with help saving the French wine. The state has been quietly perfecting the art of wine industry. Using an American native grapevine, growing grapes and making wine in America’s heart- Riley used a Phylloxera‐immune rootstock, which land for more than 160 years. Before prohibition, was shipped to France and helped rebuild the European wine industry.

After the development of several wineries in the St. James area, Missouri boasted nearly 100 wineries by the late 1800s. However, in the early 1900s, Prohibition dealt a near fatal blow to the industry. When the 18th Amendment was repealed 13 years later, little remained of the once strong wine industry.

The rebirth of Missouri’s commercial wine industry began in the 1960s and www.muddautobody.com 1970s with the restoration of several origi-

nal wineries. By the turn of the 21st century, the industry was once again thriving. Today, more than 120 Missouri wineries continue to produce diverse, complex and sophisticated wines that easily earn top awards in national and international competitions.

Missouri Varietals The grape variety used to make a certain wine has the most influence on its flavor. Given that Missouri’s climate can be unpredictable; it takes a hardy varietal to withstand such dramatic weather. Throughout the last century, Missouri winemakers have cultivated and developed strains that are comfortable in the state’s rock and roll climate, which creates distinct, award-winning wines that pair perfectly with the Missouri way of life.

The state’s white wine varietals range from semisweet to dry, and consist of Cayuga, Chardonel, Seyval, Traminette, Vidal Blanc and Vignoles. Missouri’s red wines range from sweet and candy-like to robust and dry. Catawba, Concord, Norton and Chambourcin round out the reds.

Norton, the All-American Grape One of Missouri’s pride and joys is Norton. In July 2003, this grape varietal became Missouri’s official state grape. Norton is the king of all-American wines and was found near Richmond, Virginia in 1835. It is likely the oldest North American grape variety still commercially grown, having been cultivated since its discovery.

A hardy grape with vigorous vines, Norton is one of the most disease-resistant grape varieties. The vines are able to grow and thrive in Missouri’s harsh climate, resulting in Norton being the most widely planted grape variety in the state. Genetically the same, this wine may be bottled as either Norton or Cynthiana.

Norton has made quite a name for itself, both in Missouri and nationally. The wine has its own Riedel glass, and The Wild Vine: A Forgotten Grape and the Untold Story of American Wine by Todd Kliman chronicles the story of Norton.

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American Viticultural Areas Missouri is also home to the first American Viticultural Area (AVA). An AVA is a designated wine grape-growing region in the United States distinguishable by geographic features with boundaries defined by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB).

The first AVA in the U.S. was accorded to Augusta, MO, in 1980. Seven California districts and one in Oregon had filed applications, but the honor went to the 15 square mile area surrounding Augusta. The bureau cited the unique soil, climate and wines, as well as Augusta’s long history as one of America’s oldest and foremost grape and wine districts.

The other AVA’s in Missouri include Ozark Mountain, which covers a large portion of southern Mis-

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souri; Hermann, which was recognized in 1987; and Ozark Highlands, which covers a large portion of south-central Missouri.

Wine Trails One way to truly experience Missouri wine country is to visit one of the many wine trails, which are comprised of wineries from each region and showcase the state’s diverse beauty, food, and wine.

Currently, there are nine trails throughout the state.

The Missouri wine industry continues to expand and improve. With each new wine comes a new story and glass after glass of wine adventures. For more on Missouri wines, visit www.missouriwine.org.

Pinwheels for Prevention™ Pinwheels are spinning statewide as we take a moment during April to recognize Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month. Pinwheels are the centerpiece of the Pinwheels for Prevention™ campaign. The pinwheel represents child advocacy groups’ efforts to change the way our state thinks about prevention of child abuse, focusing on community activities and public policies that prioritize prevention right from the start to make sure child abuse and neglect never occur.

In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month and Pinwheels for Prevention™ The Child Center, Inc. (with an office in Wentzville) will be selling pinwheels for GO BLUE day for $5.00 each, in the 14 counties it serves in northeast Missouri and selling Pinwheels for Prevention™ t-shirts at $10.00 each.

With Child Abuse Prevention Month upon us, it is time to recognize that when children don’t have equal opportunity for growth and development, we put our future as a society at risk. Once we invest in healthy child development, we are investing in community and economic development. When children are exposed to extreme and sustained stress like child abuse and neglect, this will undermine the child’s development. This toxic stress damages the developing brain and adversely affects an individual’s learning and behavior, as well as increases susceptibility to physical and mental illness. This is where prevention comes into play and why Prevent Child Abuse Missouri and the Child Center, Inc.’s Pinwheels for Prevention™ campaign was initiated. Pinwheels for Prevention™ also highlights the fact that getting prevention right from early in a child’s life is less costly to society, and to individuals, than trying to fix things later.

We know more than ever there are great costs to mental and physical health as well as criminal delinquency when we don’t invest in children early enough. Given this, we hope everyone sees Child Abuse Prevention Month as a call to action to make child abuse and neglect totally unacceptable. Each of us has a role to play to help chil-

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dren live free from abuse and neglect. It can be as simple as giving a parent a break to speaking with a legislator who can change policy so healthy child development is a national priority. Research shows a strong correlation between child abuse/neglect and both physical and emotional health consequences.

The Pinwheels for Prevention™ campaign is based on the belief that while the public understands that child abuse and neglect is a serious problem, it doesn’t necessarily understand what it means to prevent child abuse and neglect before it occurs, or that we all play a role in the prevention of child abuse and neglect.

As our state recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, let’s take this time to recognize that we all play a role in children’s lives, healthy child development, and the prevention of child abuse and neglect: Learn more about child abuse prevention and become a messenger for prevention.

Lend your voice to bring about change for children in the United States and affect the policies that impact children and the communities they live in.

Volunteer your time and talent to organizations that focus on children, their families and the prevention of child abuse and neglect.

Donate to support these efforts.

Join The Child Center at its Community Garden Pinwheel Opening Ceremony on Saturday, April 20 at 11am at Heart of St. Charles Banquet Center, 1410 So. 5th Street in St. Charles. There will be other ceremonies in Troy and Hannibal. For more information on these ceremonies, please visit www.thechildcenter.com.

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Local Business Featured on NPR Larry Muench, owner of John Dengler Tobacconist at 700 South Main Street in St. Charles, was featured on March 25 on National Public Radio. The national news story focused on drought conditions in Missouri, and how this agricultural

phenomenon has impacted corn crops, and ultimately corn cob pipe production. To hear the interview in its entirety, access this url: www. npr.org/2013/03/26/175335260/drought-limitsmanufacturers-corn-cob-pipe-production.

Rothermich Joins City Hall Staff as Community Relations Liaison Mayor Sally Faith has named Don Rothermich to serve in the position of community relations liaison for the city of St. Charles. Formerly a member of the St. Charles CVB, Rothermich will fill a previously established position as a part of the city’s office of Administration; his appointment to this position became effective March 11, 2013.

Previously, Rothermich served the city of St. Charles in the capacity of corporate sales manager, a position he’s held since July 2011. Previously, he’s worked as a community manager for the American Cancer Society, an admissions/financial aid counselor at Lindenwood University and an order analyst at Enterprise Rent-A-Car. While working his way through college, he provided administrative support for the St. Charles Parks & Recreation department.

According to Michael Spur-

geon, director of administration, the position of community relations liaison has a variety of duties and responsibilities day-to-day. However, the position primarily focuses on two areas, which include receiving and responding to citizen concerns relative to city operations and insuring city projects and initiatives are completed timely and within budget. “In his new position,” Spurgeon said, “Don will be well-positioned to take appropriate action on behalf of city residents and business owners in an effort to resolve issues in a timely fashion.”

Rothermich holds a master’s in business administration with an emphasis in marketing from Lindenwood University.

He also attended Lindenwood for his undergraduate studies where he received a bachelor’s of arts in business administration.

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ber of the Saint Charles Jaycees since 2003, and currently serves this organization in the capacity of president. Other community involvement and achievements include the St. Louis Chapter of Meeting Professionals where he was a Rising Star Award nominee in 2012, the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce, where he’s a member of the Young Professionals, and a St. Charles Committee volunteer for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life.

In 2012, Rothermich was selected by Streetscape Magazine as one of the publication’s “Beyond the Best” award recipients.

St. Charles County Receives Honor The Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting has been awarded to St. Charles County Government by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ending Dec. 31, 2011. The Certificate of Achievement was presented to Bob Schnur, Director of Finance. The award is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.

St. Charles County Government has received this honor every fiscal year since 1989. The CAFR has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, including demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the CAFR. The GFOA is a nonprofit professional association serving approximately 17,500 government finance professionals with offices in Chicago, IL, and Washington D.C.

Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce Supports Medicaid Transformation At their meeting on Monday, the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted to join numerous other chambers and business associations across the state in supporting Medicaid Transformation.

“This was a tough decision,” said Scott Tate, president and CEO of the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. “This is not typically something we would consider supporting but decided to because of its impact on business.”

Employers already pay higher insurance premiums and health care costs because of uncompensated services provided to those without insurance. The Chamber board is concerned about a “cost shift” to businesses due to $4 billion in Missouri hospital payment cuts included in the Affordable Care Act from 20142020 and the growing uncompensated care burden placed on hospitals which are required to provide care to anyone that walks through their doors.

“The St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce joins dozens of business groups across Missouri who support our plan to reform Medicaid into a system that rewards work, encourages personal responsibility, and strengthens our mental health network,” Gov. Nixon said. “If we fail to move forward on Medicaid, Missouri will be left behind as other states use our tax dollars to create jobs and provide health care for their citizens. We can’t let that happen.

We must do the smart thing for Missouri and bring our dollars home to the Show-Me State.”

A study conducted by the University of Missouri also projects that the proposed Medicaid expansion would produce significant economic development benefits, including the creation of 22,000 sustainable jobs statewide. The program expansion is estimated to increase labor income in Missouri by nearly $7 billion and generate $856 million in additional state and local taxes from 2014 to 2020.

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Recent Ribbon Cuttings Raising Cane Chicken Fingers

General Manager Stevi Graham celebrated the grand opening of Raising Cane Chicken Fingers with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, March 28. Joining Stevi were employees and regional managers, City of St. Peters Mayor Len Pagano, Board members and ambassadors with the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. Raising Cane Chicken Fingers is located at 1600 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, in the Food Court of Mid Rivers Mall. For more information check them out online at www.raisingcanes.com.

The Family Vision Library

John Thrower, President celebrated the grand opening of The Family Vision with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, March 26. Joining John were James Stull, Director of Development, family & friends, City of St. Peters Mayor Len Pagano, Board members and ambassadors with the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. The Family Vision Library is located at 2020 Parkway Drive in St. Peters. For more information please call 636.447.6900 or check them out online at www.thefamilyvision.org.

If your business is new to the area and would like to celebrate with a ribbon cutting, contact Wendy Rackovan at the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce at 636.946.0633.

Business

Advertiser Profile: Fiftieth Year At Welsch Heating & Cooling Co.

By DeAnna Massie It’s been an unusual spring for George Welsch. This time of the year the president of Welsch Heating and Cooling, known to his customers as “Butch,” expects to be dispatching his large team of HVAC specialists to perform spring tune-ups and air duct cleanings. Unusually cool temperatures have delayed the work for now, but Welsch isn’t worried. He is celebrating his fiftieth year as the president of the 120-year-old company, and he’s learned some important lessons along the way.

“Last year on this day we hit a record high. This year we are 20 degrees below normal. We watch the temperatures very closely, but I learned not to worry about things I can’t control. I definitely can’t control the weather.”

Staying cool (no pun intended) under pressure isn’t the only valuable lesson Welsch credits with his success. Welsch says a commitment to customer Butch Welsch service and highly-skilled staff are what really drive this company.

“When you call our company, 365 days a year, you will talk to a real person,” says Welsch. There are no recorded menus, and you never have to leave a message with a machine. It’s very important to me, and I think our customers appreciate that.”

Customers are at the center of all of Welsch’s decisions. Regardless of temperature spikes or dips, Welsch keeps prices stable year round.

“For example, during the A HVAC technician Rob Wilmes. Photos courtesy of Welsch Heating and Cooling. heat wave last August, we didn’t change the price on any of our air conditioning maintenance or service. We would never jack up the prices to take advantage of people who really need our help.”

In addition to residential and commercial HVAC installation and maintenance, Welsch’s company designs, fabricates, and installs types of architectural sheet metal work, including copper bay roofs, copper gutters and downspouts, all types of flashings, copings, and gravel guards. The technicians who do the work are quality craftsman with a wealth of experience in the industry.

Welsch Heating and Cooling is located at 2175 Welsch Industrial Court in Saint Louis. To learn more visit welsch-heatcool.com www.ofallon.mo.us/business-map or call 314.872.8070

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Resident Serving as Intern at the Missouri Capitol

THS Journalists Bring Home Top Honors

Sara Stubbert with Sen. Scott Rupp at the Capitol in Jefferson City.

Sara Stubbert of Saint Charles is participating in Truman State University’s Missouri Government Internship Program during the spring 2013 semester. Stubbert is interning in the office of Sen. Scott Rupp. Stubbert is a political science major at the University.

Truman offers the Missouri Government Internship Program as a unique opportunity for students to intern with a legislator or public official. The program provides the participating student an inside look at state government and the political process. This internship program is one of the oldest and most prestigious fulltime internships in Missouri state government.

Lindenwood University Helps Military Personnel Lindenwood University has taken a stand in support of the U.S. military, authorizing additional scholarship funding and need-based aid for service members who attend Lindenwood and whose federal tuition assistance has been cut by the federal budget sequester.

President James D. Evans authorized the funding this week after a university committee studying the issue gave him a picture of the sequester’s impact on the Lindenwood campus.

“We have a large contingent of Missouri National Guard members and individuals from all branches of the service,” Evans said. “We want to do our part to help minimize the impact on our students and their families. It is Lindenwood’s hope that our veterans won’t have to pay much more than before the cuts.”

Evans said Lindenwood is proud of its designation as a “Military Friendly School” and is doing what it can to be supportive of service members’ educational goals and their sacrifices and commitment to our country.

“There’s no better investment than a solider,” he said. “I’m proud to see so many of them studying on our campus.”

Lindenwood opened a new Veterans Assistance Center in the fall.

The Timberland High School Publications Department brought home multiple awards from this year’s Sponsors of School Publications of Greater St. Louis Conference and Competition. The overall 2011-12 Yearbook was rated excellent and the overall 2012-13 newspaper received an Honorable Mention. This year’s SSP convention featured numerous guest presenters from a variety of media outlets including the St. Louis Post Dispatch, KMOV-TV and School Tube. Workshops gave students the opportunity to move outside the classroom and interact with industry professionals in subjects such as column writing, iPhoneography, embracing multimedia, and increasing editorial leadership skills.

Students from around Missouri and western Illinois also submitted pieces in a variety of categories to be judged. As the panel reviewed the pieces, they also provide written critiques and constructive criticism. Timberland journalists won the following awards: Yearbook • Becca Wilson - Best in Show - People Design • Becca Wilson - Best in Show - Student Life Design • Emily Baltz - Superior - Sports Design • Reagan Snavely - Superior - Student Life Design • Becca Wilson and Megan Podhorsky - Excellent - Student Life Design • Reagan Snavely - Excellent People Class Design • Becca Wilson - Honorable Mention - Sports Photography • Hannah Roeper and Becca Wilson - Honorable Mention - Sports Design • Reagan Snavely - Honorable Mention - Sports Design • Staff - Honorable Mention- Overall Theme Development Newspaper • Sarah Reed - Superior - Front Page Design • Kristen Kaestner, Maddie Nowling and Mady Young - Excellent - Double Truck Design • Chance Koch - Honorable Mention - Info Graphic • Lauren Wortman - Honorable Mention - Sports News “I’m so proud of all my students have accomplished,” adviser and journalism teacher Ida Hoffmann said. “It’s important for students to see their hard work recognized amongst their peers.”

Timberland High School produces a 250 page fall distribution book and eight monthly issues of the Wolf ’s Howl Newspaper. The content is created entirely by students, with the exception of the people photos. For more information on the Sponsors of School Publications of Greater St. Louis, please visit www.sspstl.org.

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State Archery Tournament

Practical Nursing Students Honored

The fifth annual Missouri National Archery in the Schools (MoNASP) state tournament, held March 22-23 at the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, drew 1,438 student archers in grades 4-12 from 74 schools across the state. Despite a weather forecast predicting snow, the event drew more than 7,500 observers and supporters.

The top-scoring male student was Seth Pezley of St. Joseph Cathedral in Jefferson City with a score of 294 out of a possible 300. The top-scoring female student was Shelby Winslow of Summit Lakes Middle School Seth Pezley. Photo Courtesy Missouri Department of Conservation. in Lee’s Summit with a score of 287 out of 300. In addition to trophies, the two top scorers received Special Edition Genesis Bows.

Top-scoring teams and individuals, along with other teams and individuals who had qualifying scores, will go on to compete in the National Archery in the Schools (NASP) national tournament in Louisville, Kentucky, on May 10-11.

MoNASP is coordinated through the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) and the Conservation Federation of Missouri in partnership with 290 participating schools and numerous supporting organizations throughout the state. MoNASP is an affiliate of NASP and promotes education, self-esteem and physical activity through the sport of archery to more than 63,000 participating Missouri students in grades 4-12.

Graduates of the 2013 Practical Nursing program at St. Charles Community College were honored March 23 in a pinning ceremony celebrating the culmination of their nursing education.

Loretta York waits to receive her pin The pinning is a symbolic welcoming into the profession. At the ceremony, some 32 graduates were given the opportunity to dedicate their successes to their friends and family, instructors and classmates. Chris Eickelmann listens to the speaker before receiving They also recited as his pin. a class the Florence Nightingale Pledge.

Practical nursing graduates from St. Charles County are: Dardenne Prairie – Chris Eickelmann; Foristell – Kara Flucht; O’Fallon – Alexandria Oar and Diane Meyer; St. Charles – Tina Sherri Eberle receives her pin from Russlyn St. John, SCC practical nursing program coordinator.

Cely, Robyn Hertensteiner, Kathy Horlacher, Krystal Jackson, Lori Kristensen and Beth Post; St. Peters – Linda Bullock, Ashley Burbank, Colleen Cuenca, Keslee Dupree, Sherri Eberle and Jennifer Wagner.

Other graduates include: Ballwin – Basra Adan and Margaret Maina; Bridgeton – Esther Mburu and Priscilla Nganga; Florissant – Keara Cobbs, Katie Eberle and Mary Njoroge; Hazelwood – Grace Mwangi, Eunice Wallace and Douglas Wambu; St. Louis – Charles Mutop, Eunice Uviesherhe and Loretta York; Troy – Kendra Keim; and Winfield – Brittany Dwiggins and Beth Santonge.

Graduates are awarded a certificate of achievement in practical nursing and are eligible to apply for the Practical Nurse Licensing Examination. The Practical Nursing Program at SCC prepares Licensed Practical Nurses to administer safe, patient-centered nursing care in beginning staff nurse roles in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, doctor’s offices and other health care facilities and home settings. For more information about the program, please contact Russlyn St. John at 636.922.8287.

Spread the Word to End the Word® Throughout the month of March, students at more than 85 Missouri schools will unite their communities to Spread the Word to End the Word®, as supporters participate in the fifth annual ‘Spread the Word to End the Word’ Awareness Day, aimed at ending the hurtful use of the R-word (“retard(ed)”) negatively impacting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Language affects attitudes. Attitudes impact actions. Special Olympics and Best Buddies encourage people all over the world to pledge to use respectful language at www.R-word.org and build communities of respect and inclusion for all people.

The conversation about the R-word most recently garnered national attention in October 2012 when Special Olympics Virginia athlete and global messenger John Franklin Stephens shared a moving open letter reacting to the use of the R-word, which generated an array of media coverage and conversation about the use of R-word in society.

‘Spread the Word to End the Word’ is an on-going, year-round effort, created by students with and without IDD in 2009. The campaign continues to make great strides in the fight to eliminate use of the R-word because passionate supporters have created communities of respect.

More than 85 schools and thousands of students around Missouri (see the full list of participating schools below) will participate in ‘Spread the World to End the Word Day’ on March 28 to help eliminate hurtful language in schools to create more tolerant and accepting school climates. Special Olympics and Best Buddies ask everyone to join in the effort by utilizing new and updated activation materials and assets for 2013 that include: • A new video starring Special Olympics Missouri athletes talking about they are defined by more than just their disabilities, which can be seen on the Special Olympics Missouri YouTube channel.

• A refreshed www.R-word.org website, with a focus on the grassroots stories told by supporters of how the R-word affects them and how others can make a difference, and also a brand new mobile optimized site for use on smartphones and tablets.

• A dynamic and energetic new video on the power of youth and Special Olympics Project Unify in changing attitudes.

• Activation ideas and talking points for supporters to share across social networks • Graphics for Facebook cover photos, blog or website buttons, printable flyers Special Olympics Missouri reminds people to join the conversation on Twitter by tweeting @ SOMissouri or using #IwillSTW in Tweets, and post on our Facebook wall.

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“Admission”

By Steve Bryan - Rated: PG-13

The new collegiate comedy Admission features the talents of an attractive actress who got her big break on a famous NBC sketch comedy series. That actress, of course, is Lily Tomlin, one of the stars of the classic “Laugh-In” series and a woman who, at age 73, puts young actresses to shame.

Tomlin plays Susannah, mother of high-strung college admissions officer Portia Nathan (Tina Fey). Working for Princeton, Portia travels the country looking for the best and brightest recruits for her prestigious university. When she meets one bright but highly unusual prospect named Jeremiah (Nat Wolff), however, he turns her world upsidedown.

Tina Fey may have the so-called star power to en- Admission photos courtesy of Focus Features courage people to see Admission, but Lily Tomlin will keep them coming back for more. Tomlin is absolutely fearless here as a 1970’s feminist that hasn’t slowed down or abandoned her beliefs, even in the 21st Century.

When Portia has a crisis of faith about her career and family life, Susannah is there to offer practical, no-nonsense advice. At one point, Susannah reveals her own medical crisis, one that can sometimes lead to tragic consequences. Tomlin brilliantly underplays the moment and manages to bring smiles and laughs in this shocking moment.

While an accomplished actress, Tina Fey remains a brilliant writer. Fey made her mark on “Saturday Night Live,” serving first as a writer and then head writer during the years when the sketch comedy series enjoyed renewed popularity. Fey is cute, charming, and a serviceable actress, but she simply can’t hold a candle to the powerhouse known as Lily Tomlin.

As a film, Admission is nothing to write home about, either. Directed by Paul Weitz (American Pie), this comedy seems unrealistic, especially in light of the current economic crisis. The admissions officers in this story seem rather bloodthirsty, taking pride in rejecting students for the most insignificant of reasons.

There’s also no talk of spiraling student loan debt or the fact that some teenagers simply don’t have the means to go to a junior college, much less an Ivy League school like Princeton. Admission would have worked better if the story had been more grounded in reality instead of featuring characters and situations that audiences can’t identify with.

Still, Lily Tomlin is superb and worth the price of admission. Here’s hoping she returns to the big screen in a comic vehicle more worthy of her talents.

Admission, rated PG-13 for language and some sexual material, 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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Recipes:

Pass the Potatoes, Please

French fries are one of a kid’s favorite things to eat. But there’s a whole lot more that can be made from delicious, nutritious potatoes.

“I love the versatility of Florida potatoes,” said Chef Justin Timineri, Executive Chef and Culinary Ambassador, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. “There are so many different kinds of potatoes that can be flavored in just about any way you

Smashed Potato Bar

Smashed Potato Bar Ingredients: 2 pounds Florida potatoes, washed and quartered 1/2 cup milk, warmed 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup plain yogurt or light sour cream Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste Directions: Place potatoes into a soup pot and add water until they are completely covered.

Lightly salt water and place over medium high heat. Cook potatoes for 15 to 25 minutes until they are soft, but not falling apart. Carefully drain the water and return

Directions: Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, or an oven at 375°F. In medium sized

like. Get the kids into the kitchen with you and experiment with making potato dishes the whole family will enjoy.”

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Homemade Potato Chips

them to the pot they were cooked in.

Kids Can: Use a potato masher to achieve desired texture, being careful not to work the potatoes too much. They can also add milk, butter and yogurt to mashed potatoes.

Stir ingredients to combine. Taste mashed potatoes and season them with salt and pepper. Add any extra flavorings or toppings and serve warm.

Potato Bar Toppings: • low fat yogurt or low fat sour cream

• chives/scallions • cheese • bacon bits • fresh herbs • sun-dried tomatoes • lemon Chef Justin’s Tips • Use a combination of purple, yellow and red potatoes to make multi-colored mashed potatoes.

• Leave the skin on the potatoes for extra nutrients.

• Don’t over-mash the potatoes; overworking can cause them to become gummy.

Makes 4 servings

mixing bowl combine potatoes, onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, herbs and olive oil.

Stir ingredients to combine and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Make 4 12 x 12-inch squares of aluminum foil and lay them out to be stuffed. Place a chicken breast in the middle of each foil square, and lightly season with salt and pepper. Evenly distribute vegetable mixture on top of each chicken breast. Fold each packet so that a tight seal is formed and all the food is contained.

Super Spuds: Potatoes are a good source of potassium (for your muscles and growth), vitamin B6 (to help fight illness and help your nerves function), and fiber (for digestion). Most of the nutrients are right under the skin—leave the skin on whenever possible.

Roasted Campfire Packets

Homemade Potato Chips

Makes 4 servings

Roasted Campfire Pockets Ingredients: 20 Florida fingerling potatoes, sliced thin 1 large onion, sliced 2 bell peppers, sliced 2 cups mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped fine (basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary) 2 tablespoons olive oil Sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts

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Grill packets, or bake them in the oven, for 20 to 30 minutes until internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F. Remove packets from heat and let cool slightly. Open packets carefully as hot steam may rush out.

Ingredients: 4 medium Florida fingerling potatoes, unpeeled (mixed colors) 1 tablespoon olive oil Pan release spray Sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste Additional seasonings (see below) Directions: Special equipment needed: French mandolin Preheat oven to 425°F. Rinse and dry potatoes. Slice potatoes as thin as possible with a mandolin.

Place sliced potatoes in medium sized mixing bowl and rinse several times with warm water. Lightly squeeze and dry potatoes.

Makes 4 servings

Lightly spray a cookie sheet with pan release spray. Lay sliced potatoes in a single layer on cookie sheet. Place cookie sheet in oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Remove cookie sheet from oven and let cool slightly. Use a thin spatula to remove potato chips from cookie sheet into a mixing bowl.

Kids Can: While they are still warm, season chips with their choice of seasoning.

Potato Chip Seasonings • Garlic-Parmesan • Fresh herbs • Your favorite dried spice mix (Greek, Cajun, BBQ)

Kids Can: Place sliced potatoes back in a dry mixing bowl and add olive oil. Toss potatoes to make sure they are evenly coated with Kids Can: Help slice veggies and stuff their the oil, using a little more oil if needed. pockets with their favorites.

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SUDOKU:

Youngest Pick: “Stuck” Community News is proud to offer our readers “Book Buzz.”

This column will feature great books for children in three categories: Youngest Pick: early childhood to the first or second grade, Middle Pick: elementary school children, and Oldest Pick: middle school children. Enjoy!

Reprinted with permission, Missourian Publishing Company.

Copyright 2013.

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

Belly laughs will abound when you read Stuck, a zany tale written and illustrated by Oliver Jeffers, who gets it right every time he writes!

This time around his subject is Floyd, a little boy with a big problem.

Set to have a nice day flying his kite, it becomes tangled in a tall, leafy tree.

Floyd tries to tug on it but it’s totally stuck. A real problem solver, the kid doesn’t collapse in tears. Floyd takes action, giving the heave-ho to his shoe to knock his kite free. But it’s not a sole survivor. The shoe gets lodged in a branch too.

From there it’s all downhill, as Floyd tosses everything up, up, up, objects becoming more ridiculous by the minute — Mitch the cat, a ladder to get the cat down, a bucket of paint, an orangutan — everything goes skyward, even the kitchen sink.

After a day of tossing and hurling, Floyd’s problem is finally solved in a most unique way. This picture book gets a capital “C” for creativity.

Spring Car Maintenance Spring is one of the prime times for auto maintenance. The first wash-n-wax on a warm Saturday afternoon is liberating. Winter's gloom (to say nothing of the grit and road salt) is literally washed away. It is almost time to take out the snow shovel, gloves and heavy boots and store them 'til next season.

Some preparation now will help ensure that your summer driving plans go as smoothly as you envision them now. Automotive Service Excellence offers the following tips on getting your vehicle ready for summer: • Read the owner's manual and follow the recommended service schedules.

• Have hard See solution on page 21 starts, rough idling, stalling, etc. corrected before hot weather sets in.

• Flush and refill the cooling system (radiator) according to the service manual's recommendations. The level, condition and concentration of the coolant should be checked periodically.

• The tightness and condition of belts, clamps and hoses should be checked by a qualified auto technician.

• Have a marginally operating air conditioner system serviced by a qualified technician to reduce the likelihood of more costly repairs.

• Change the oil and oil filter as specified in the owner's manual (properly dispose of used oil).

• Replace other filters (air, fuel, PCV, etc.) as recommended.

• Check the condition of tires, including the spare. Always check tire pressure when the tires are cold.

• Inspect all lights and bulbs; replace burned out bulbs.

• Replace worn wiper blades and keep plenty of washer solvent on hand to combat summer's dust and insects.

ASE article courtesy Len’s Auto Repair, www.lensautorepairinc. com, 5161 Highway N. Cottleville, 636.441.2330.

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Gary Baute Rascals Add Two Veterans to Squad The Rascals are excited to announce the signing of two outstanding infielders for the 2013 campaign: third baseman Alan Ahmady and first baseman Phil Wunderlich.

Ahmady joins River City from the St. Louis Cardinals organization where he played the last four seasons, most recently in the Florida State League. There he notched 24 doubles and hit .299. He reached the AA level with the Springfield Cardinals last year.

“Alan has extensive minor league experience with over 1000 professional at bats. He is looking for his second chance in professional baseball, and we are glad to give him this opportunity,” said Steve Brook, Rascals Manager and Director of Operations. “Ahmady has a lot to prove and fits into our system nicely. I expect great things from him this year and hope to find a way to get him back to affiliated baseball in the future.”

Wunderlich will lace up across the diamond, coming to O’Fallon via the Tampa Bay Rays farm system following a standout career at the University of Louisville. He has a proven track record of power hitting, earning spots on the New York-Penn League all-star team in 2010 and with the Midwest League all-star team in 2011.

“Phil should not have been released this off season,” said Brook. “He is a twotime minor league all-star and has a huge upside in professional baseball. I have heard nothing but great things about Phil’s character from former teammates and coaches, and we are proud to welcome him to the Rascals organization in 2013. Phil, too, has a lot to prove this summer, and we will do everything we can to get him a second shot in affiliated baseball in the future.” (Source: Rascal website) *47 days to opening day* Missouri State Start Football Practice State’s head football coach Terry Allen was all business during Thursday’s morning practice at Plaster Field, the Bears’ third session of the week and first in full pads. “It was a long first week because of the weather,” said Allen. “Today was by far our nicest day and gave us a chance to just walk through some things.” Monday’s scheduled practice was postponed due to frigid conditions and ice on the surface at Plaster Field. The Bears practiced in helmets Tuesday and shells Wednesday be-

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Sports fore running two-and-a-half hours in full pads Thursday. The last 40 minutes Thursday were conducted in controlled scrimmage situations with progress made on both sides of the ball, according to Offensive Coordinator Rob Christophel and Defensive Coordinator D.J. Vokolek.

After taking the weekend off for the University’s spring holiday, the Bears take the field for four sessions next week. MSU will reach the halfway point in its spring practices with afternoon sessions Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday before the clubs’ first spring scrimmage, Saturday at 9:30am. The scrimmage is free and open to the public.

Allen has 42 returning lettermen and 73 returning squad members in camp this spring. NCAA Division I regulations permit 15 spring practice dates. *Thanks to Rick Kindhart Assistant Director of Athletics for CommunicationsMSU* Lindenwood Women’s Lacrosse Remains Undefeated The Lindenwood women’s lacrosse team remains undefeated after this past weekend, picking up a 1513 victory over Regis and a 20-9 victory over Colorado Mesa.

Shelby Polk leads the team offensively with 33 goals and 38 total points. Justiene Groothuis comes in right by Polk offensively with 30 total points. Lindenwood has out-shot its opponents this season 306 to 124 and has recorded 125 more goals than its opponents this season.

The Lady Lions have eight more games on their schedule that includes six more Western Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association contests. Lindenwood is currently on top of the conference standings with a perfect 4-0 record. Regis is in second in the conference with a 5-1 conference record, only losing to the Lady Lions. *Thanks to Jen Lawson, Sports Information-Graduate Assistant of Lindenwood* 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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CHURCH Every Thursday at 7 p.m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints Friends and Family Support Group Open to anyone who has a loved one suffering from any kind of addiction. Held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 66 Oak Valley Drive, St. Peters. For more information, email ARPstln@hotmail.com.

Operation Backpack - United Methodist Church, Wentzville Food search program to provide food to at-risk children over the weekend when they don’t have access to free breakfast & lunch at local schools. Info: 636.327.6377.

Truth Matters!! Free Bible Correspondence Course Come Learn God’s Word with us.

Sun. 9:30 am. - Bible classes 10:20 am. - Worship; Sun. 5 pm. - Worship; Wed Eve 7 pm. 2309 Markoe Avenue, Wentzville, MO 63385.

Call 636.294.9468 or 636.272.3013.

3rd Tues: Luncheon for Seniors.

Seniors 55+ enjoy free lunch, cards, games, bingo. From 11 am - 2 pm at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. Info: 636.561.8951.

2nd Wed: Noon Luncheon Shiloh United Methodist Church, 1515 Hwy T, Foristell. United Methodist Women provide main entree & bevs. 636.673.2144.

EVENTS Now - April 5: SCC Art Faculty Exhibition Gallery of the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building, St. Charles Community College (4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville).

Free and open to the public. Info/ hours: Christine Holtz, choltz@stchas.edu or 636.922.8556.

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tercolor Classes at St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre Mondays from 10 a.m.-noon.

Taught by Shirley Nachtrieb. $90. Info: Shirley Nachtrieb at 636.947.1936 or Shirley@nachtrieb.com.

Now - April: Golf Leagues Signups Play is 5-6 p.m for all skill levels. At The Bluffs (Tuesdays), Wentzville (Wednesdays) and Links (Thursdays). Info/registration: www. golfleaguesassociation.com or gla2000@centurytelnet.

April: Double Header co-ed Softball Leagues This “Open League” will be a 6-week (12 game) regular season, plus a single elimination playoff format. Games will be played on Sunday evenings at Founders Park beginning mid-April. Info/registration: www.lakesaintlouis.com.

April 5: The Optimist Club’s 40th Annual Spaghetti Dinner 10:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. At Memorial Hall-Blanchette Park in St. Charles.

Enjoy an Italian spaghetti dinner from Pio’s Restaurant with salad, drinks and dessert. Wine for adults and soft drinks for all. $6 eat-in or carry-out. Tickets available from any Optimist member, at the door or by calling Sharon North at 636.724.0148 or Dale Westby at 314.550.7723.

April 5: Opening Reception of “Luminous Language” 6-8 p.m. at the Foundry Centre. A juried exhibition celebrating the universal art of painting. Free food and drink. Free admission. Info: 636.255.0270 or www.foundryartcentre.org.

April 5 – June 3: Art Show About Autism 6-8pm. At St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre with a reception April 5.

636.978.7785 or www.teachautism. org.

April 6: Mission: Clean Stream 2013 – St. Charles Missouri River Clean 9 am – noon, registration open at 8:30 am. Bishop’s Landing next to the Lewis & Clark Boathouse (1050 S Riverside Dr., St. Charles). Lend your volunteer muscle to clean-up the banks of the Missouri River by boat! Register online at www.riverrelief.org or at the park the morning of the clean-up. Questions: Steve Schnarr at 573.289.2077 or steve@riverrelief.org.

April 6: Saint Louis Crisis Nursery Razzle Dazzle Ball 2013 6-11pm at Sheraton Westport Lakeside Chalet. 314.292.5770 or www.crisisnurserykids.org.

April 8: Flex & Strength Adult Yoga Classes Join our instructor as she incorporates poses and stretches from yoga and Pilates. All skill levels welcome.

Classes are ongoing, and the next session begins April 8, meeting for 6 weeks on Mondays and Thursdays (12 total classes). The cost per class is $54 for Residents, $66 for Non-Residents. Note: Please bring your own mat to class. Info/ registration: www.lakesaintlouis. com; look under the parks and recreation section.

April 12: Bring a Friend / Make a Friend with Wentzville Aglow Lighthouse 1pm at Bandana’s, Hwy 70 S. Outer Rd. at Wentzville Pkwy for praise and fellowship. Details: Lynn DeGrave at 314.913.1180.

April 12-13: Watermedia Floral Collage Workshop 9:30am - 3:30pm at St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre (One St. Peters Centre Blvd.) Irises will be the subject matter. All skill levels are invited to participate. Cost is $110. Info: Shirley Nachtrieb at 636.947.1936 or Shirley@nachtrieb.com.

April 13: Growl Prowl 5K and Fun Run for Westgate Christian

Academy 8 am at 5501 Quail Ridge Pkwy. $25 entry fee. Register by April 12. www.WestgateAcademy.com.

benefit the Lincoln County Council on Aging’s meal delivery program. Free T-shirt with $20 entry fee.

April 13: Babysitting Basics 8:30 a.m. – Noon at Lake Saint Louis City Hall. Designed for boys and girls, ages 11+. Topics covered

by Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital Staff include infant and toddler care, play ideas, appropriate discipline techniques, safety skills and more. Fee of $16 includes a light snack and course certificate. Info/ registration: www.lakesaintlouis. com under the parks & recreation section.

April 20: Mouse Races at the LSL CA Doors open at 6 p.m., races start at 7 p.m. $140/table of 8 (tell your friends $20/person and you get in free for coordinating the table) or $25/person at the door. Includes beer, wine, light snacks & soda.

Sports theme - prize for best decorated table & best dressed individual. Supports the LSL Mothers Club missions, a non-profit fundraising to support local community groups, scholarships, etc. Reservations: www.lslmothersclub.com or 636.561.3516.

April 13: Handbell Concert at Zion Lutheran Church and School 7 p.m. 3866 Harvester Road, St. Charles. Info/directions: www.zionharvester.org or Mark Thoelke, Director of Worship and Music at 636.441.7425.

April 13: Kisses for my Brain Trivia Night In honor of Dominic, a local 4-year-old who had a stroke in utero and suffered severe brain damage. Dominic has overcome many obstacles, but due to changes in insurance, certain equipment and therapies are no longer covered. Support him at St. Joseph Cottleville in the Gymnasium, 1355 Motherhead Rd., St. Charles.

Info: hschneider71008@me.com.

April 17: Tri-County Women’s Connection Luncheon 11:15 am - 1 pm at the Christy Banquet Center, 9000 Veterans Mem Pkwy, O’Fallon. $14. Reserve

by April 12 at 636.561.0956 or 636.327.4082.

April 19: The ICD MOPS 1st Annual Bunco Fundraising Event 6 p.m. at ICD Catholic Church in Dardenne Prairie. Bunco, food, dessert and a silent auction of goods from supporting local businesses. Proceeds benefit the education and ministry of the MOPS program at ICD. $20/person includes food and alcohol-free beverages. Drinks of your choosing welcome. Questions: 402.304.2450 or email smilelotss@hotmail.com.

April 19: “An Evening on Broadway” benefit concert and dinner 6:30pm. To raise funds for the Saint Louis Wind Symphony and the Foundry Art Centre. The night will feature cocktails, a silent auction, a full concert of Broadway favorites with a delicious catered dinner and dancing later on in the evening.

Tickets are $50/person and can be purchased at www.foundryartcentre.org or 636.255.0270.

April 20: “Miles for Meals” 5K Run/Walk 8 a.m. at Clonts field in Troy. To

April 20: St. Charles County Master Gardeners Garden Tour and Plant Sale 9am - noon at the University of Missouri Extension Center, 260 Brown Road, St. Peters. www.extension. missouri.edu/stcharles/mastergardeners.aspx or 636.970.3000.

April 20: Trivia Night to Support Cancer Victim Jeff Groninger At the Wentzville VFW hall. Donate to our fundraiser/silent auction. We will also have raffle prizes all night so even small amounts of gifts cards, a service or product for gift baskets would be appreciated. We will be making a banner with everyone that donated.

Contact Jennifer at 636.544.0511 or jcrafts0406@gmail.com or Katie Lindemann at 314.602.9655 or keg7903@hotmail.com.

Ongoing Events 4th Monday: 6:30 p.m. American Legion Post 388 Meets 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: Adult Volleyball 6-7 p.m. at the St. Charles County Family YMCA, 3900 Shady Springs Lane, St. Peters. Non-competitive, co-ed, free and open to the public.

Just show up with your friends and enjoy a fun-filled evening. Info: 636.928.1928.

1st Tuesday: Fleur de Lis Garden Society 6:30 p.m. at the Kisker Road Library, 1000 Kisker Road. Info: Jeanne at 314.605.8563.

4th Tuesday: 6:30 p.m. O’Fallon Garden Club.

Meets at Sunrise Methodist Church, 7116 Twin Chimney Blvd. More info call Barb at 636.978.5930.

www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • April 3, 2013 Every Tuesday: Kiwanis Club of St. Charles Noon - 1 p.m. at the Columns Banquet Center in St. Charles.

Every Tuesday: Quilting Guild at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 1-4 p.m. Free. Join us every week to work on quilts “One Stitch at a Time” for local charities. Anybody welcome, no sewing experience required.

Every Tuesday: Toastmasters Meeting 7 p.m. at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon, Mo. Toastmasters gives all members the opportunity to grow their skills, which fosters self-confidence and personal growth. St. Charles County Toastmasters is open to the public and looking for new members. Info: 636.379.2505.

Every Tuesday & Thursday: Yoga at The St. Charles County Family YMCA Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 pm., Thursdays 7-7:55 p.m. Any level. Info: 636.928.1928.

Every Wednesday: Active Older Adults Game at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 10 a.m. Free. Join us every week to play your favorite board or card game. Bring a favorite snack to share. Anybody welcome.

Every Wednesday: Crossroads Cribbage Club 10 a.m. Meets at 1380 Boone St., Troy, MO 63379. 636.528.8379.

Every Wednesday: Wednesday Night Men’s Golf League Weekly check in at 5 p.m., tee off at 5:30 p.m. at Heritage of Hawk Ridge. Two-man team scramble league.League begins mid April. $20/team to register. $20/team paid first night for overall awards. $2/ team weekly plus Greens and Cart fees. Info/registration: www.lakesaintlouis.com, under the parks and recreation section.

Every Wednesday: Adult Volleyball Games at the St. Charles County Family YMCA 6-7 p.m. Non-competitive, co-ed, free and open to the public. No registration necessary - just show up with your friends and enjoy a funfilled evening. Info: 636.928.1928.

Every Wednesday: Charity Bingo 6:45 p.m. VFW Post 5077 sponsors, at VFW Hall, 8500 Veterans Mem. Pkwy., O’Fallon. Cash prizes awarded. Support Vets & other worthwhile charities. Now a nonsmoking facility. Info: 636.272.1945 or www.vfwpost5077.org.

1st & 3rd Wednesday: St. Charles Area Wood Carvers 7 p.m. Diverse group of people has a wide variety of carving skills ranging from novice to professional.

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mtg. followed by carving session.

At Weldon Spring Site Remedial Action Project, 7295 Hwy. 94 South, St. Charles. Visitors always welcome!

Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon 11:45 a.m. Meets at JJ’s Restaurant in O’Fallon. Info: www.ofkiwanis. com.

Every Thursday: O’Fallon Rotary Club Lunch Noon at The Holy Cross Lutheran Church (8945 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, across from Fort Zumwalt Park). Visitors welcome. Info: Darryl Sandweg, 636.980.1777.

Every Friday: Moms Play Group 10 a.m. at LSL Community Association, 100 Cognac Ct., Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367. Playgroup is a great opportunity to teach our children how to play and share while in a welcoming environment. Info: Andrea Crislip at 314.479.0306 or andreacrislip@gmail.com, or visit www.lslmothersclub.com.

Every Friday: Fairmount Church Fish Fry Now-March 22. 3-7 p.m. Enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat buffet or carry out. 2299 St. Peters Howell Rd, St Peters. $9/Adult, $5/Child, $1 off your meal if you bring 2 non-perishable items.

Every Friday: VFW Fish Fry 3-8 p.m. VFW Post 2866. 66 VFW Lane. Call Bill Sams, 636.724.9612.

Every Saturday: Chess 8-10:30 a.m. or later in the food court at Mid Rivers Mall in St. Peters. Come play!

Every Saturday: Veterans Learn guitar for FREE 9:30 a.m. in Historic St. Charles.

Info: Bill Dennis at 314.479.5750.

Every Saturday: Charity Bingo 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m.

Wentzville Community Club (500 West Main, Wentzville 63385). No games Easter weekend & Christmas. $3,600 in cash prizes each week. Progressive game, Derby tickets, pull-tabs, 50/50, bar & food.

Info: www.wentzvillefleamarket.

org, www.facebook.com/wentzville-community-club.

HEALTH Free Hands-Only CPR at SSM St. Joseph Health Center Non-certificate. Training takes 15 minutes and is appropriate for anyone age 10+. Contact Rachel Sparks at 636.947.5663 or Maureen Bell at 636.947.5083 to schedule a session.

Exercise Classes for Cancer Patients & Survivors Free for all cancer patients and survivors. Participants must have referral from their SSM Cancer Care physician. Family members may receive 3-month FREE YMCA membership. Call the St. Charles YMCA (636.928.1928) or O’Fallon YMCA (636.379-0092).

Diabetes Self Management Training (DSMT) Includes a series of three classes over a three- to four- month period held at SSM St. Joseph Health Center. DSMT is available with a doctor’s order. Info: 636.949.9600 or Patty Shelton at 636.947.5573.

Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) A nutritional diagnostic therapy and counseling service held at SSM St. Joseph Health Center for disease management with a licensed, registered dietitian. Available with a doctor’s order only. To register call 636.949.9600. Info: 636.947.5163.

Free Mammogram Screenings SSM Health Care offers free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance, by appointment only. Must meet qualifications. Appointments are available at SSM St. Joseph Health Center, 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis. Info: Karen at 636.947.5617.

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age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Saint Louis Crisis Nursery 24hour helpline: 314.768.3201. In St. Charles County, call 636.947.0600. www.crisisnurserykids.org.

Support Groups Daily: 12 Step Recovery Club 204 G West Pittman, O’Fallon.

Info: Mike at 636.240.1722 or www.212club.org.

Every Monday: BILY (Because I Love You) Parent Support Group 7:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 801 First Capitol Dr., St. Charles. For parents only. Free. Focus on teens/young adults who act out. Help Line 314.993.7550.

1st & 3rd Mondays: Sharing Losses Through Bereavement 1-2:30 p.m. at SSM Home Care & Hospice, 1187 Corporate Lake Drive. For families/friends who want help understanding and coping with the death of a loved one.

Registration: 314.SSM.DOCS (776.3627).

Every Mon.: Tobacco Free for Life Want to Quit Smoking? For support, call Ellen, register nurse at SSM St. Joseph Hospital, 636.947.5304.

1st Mon.: Better Breathers Club Those w/chronic lung disease. St. Joseph Health Cntr., 300 1st Capitol Dr., St. Charles. Free lunch.

636.947.5684.

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

• 1st and 3rd Monday: 9:30-11 a.m.

500 Medical Dr in Wentzville; doctors dining room of St Joseph Hospital; contact 636.561.0389.

• 2nd and 4th Tuesday: 6:30-8 p.m.

2 Progress Point Parkway in O’Fallon, MO; 4th floor conference room of Progress West Hospital; contact 636.561.0389.

Every Tuesday: Divorce Support Group

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6:30-8 p.m. through May 28. Info: Angela Skurtu at 314.973.7997 or www.TherapistinStLouis.com.

1st Tuesday: Parkinson’s Support Group 1-2 p.m. at the Community Commons in Spencer Road Library.

Nurses & Company offers a Parkinson’s Support Group for both caregivers and those with Parkinson’s. Info: Alicia Wildhaber at 636.926.3722.

4th Tues: Diabetes Support Group 6:30-7:30 p.m. At HW Koenig Med Bldg, St Joseph Hosp. West.

636.625.5447 3rd Wed. 6:30–8 p.m. KidsCan! Siteman Cancer Center, BarnesJewish St. Peters Hosp., 150 Entrance Way, St. Peters. Support children 4–12 w/parent/significant caregiver w/cancer.

1st Thursday: Nurses & Company Parkinson’s Support Group 1-2 pm at Twin Oaks at Heritage Pointe (228 Savannah Terrace, Wentzville) for those with Parkinson’s and their caregivers. Questions: Alicia Wildhaber with Nurses & Company at 636.926.3722.

1st Thurs: Conquer 6:30–7:30 p.m. Support Group for adults w/cancer. Siteman Cancer Cntr, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hosp., 150 Entrance Way, St. Peters.

636.916.9920.

2nd Thurs: Support Group for Alzheimer’s 4 p.m. Delmar Gardens, 7068 S. Outer 364, O’Fallon. Call: Jennifer Krpan, Ralph Covinsky 636.240.6100.

4th Thurs: Breast Cancer Support Group 6:30–8 p.m. Siteman Cancer Cntr, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hosp., 150 Entrance Way. 636.928.WELL (9355) or 800.392.0936. www.siteman.bjsph.org.

3rd Sun: Alzheimer’s Meeting 12:45-1:45 p.m. Morning Star Church, 1600 Feise Rd., O’Fallon.

Faith-based for caregivers, family of those w/memory loss.

1.800.272.3900.

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Drones: Good or Bad? The military has flown drones overseas to support troops, spy on enemies and fire missiles for years. Recently, there’s a clamor to fly them domestically to track the health of crops, fight wildfires in remote terrain, conduct search and rescue after a disaster and perform other chores considered too “dirty, dull or dangerous” for pilots. The expanding use for drones comes amid concerns of “Big Brother” government.

The navy’s take on drones is represented at this web site: www.businessinsider. com/the-mq-c4-drones-capabilities-from-a-northrop-grumman-presentation2012-6?op=1 The use of drones within the U.S. is an ongoing debate in Congress. Some fear it may become a device of Big Brother. Others claim it is a useful device to help our society, such as it is. Perhaps they’re both right.

I might agree with both sides. I admit I’m one of those people who love air shows and reading about or seeing what military hardware and its well-trained professionals can do. Whether it’s a Marine Jump Jet or a Navy Super Hornet, it fascinates me. The newer planes are supposedly even more fascinating.

Stephen Coonts, author of many novels about fictional military events, imparts reams of information about military hardware and its capabilities. The much-feared ICBM of my salad days seems to have morphed into cruise missiles capable of flying near the speed of sound at altitudes so low that AWAC’s state-of-the-art radar can’t

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Fighter jets can almost match them higher up, but at those low levels, it’s near insanity for a pilot to try.

Cruise missiles have more advanced payloads besides the nukes we always feared.

According to Coonts, they could have something called “Electro-magnetic Pulse Weapons” which is a device that will trigger an instant jillion-volt pulse, fry every electrical device for hundreds of square miles in large cities, and render the area uninhabitable for human beings. Imagine a crowded city the size of Manhattan or Washington D.C. being instantly brought back to the Stone Age. Both drones and cruise missiles are without pilots. As pointed out by the previous website, drones can fly far longer without refueling than any other military plane.

They can accommodate state-of-the-art avionics, electronic spying devices and many other items, some of which are probably classified, and use them from 60,000 feet.

How the navy can launch and retrieve these drones with a 130foot wingspan from an aircraft carrier is a mystery, but I have no doubt they can.

I can imagine a drone flying over the U.S. tracking a drug smuggler’s vehicle and sending the information to government narcotics cops. I can also imagine someone being tracked by police under the influence of nefarious political powers. Frightening.

As you can see, perhaps both sides of this debate are defensible.

Here is another site that discusses the accident rates of drones: www.nbcnews.com/technology/technolog/drones-crash-lot-militarys-safety-lessons-may-help-civilians-1C8932488 I would recommend looking at both of these sites to form a better perspective of the pros and cons, after which you may want to www.facebook.com/mycnews contact your federal representative.

Perhaps to make drone usage a bit safer, civilian committees of seven moderates watching every launch of drones over U.S. territories would be advisable. The seventh should be a proven independent as a tiebreaker. When I say ‘moderates,’ I mean real moderates of both parties. The radical wings that have taken over Congress and steered it into disregard of U.S. citizens in favor of becoming personally rich and kowtowing to mendacious billion-dollar interests simply can’t be trusted.

It won’t be easy.

Joe Morice is Community News’s blue-collar philosopher. He was born and raised in Missouri and spent most of his childhood on a farm and adulthood operating big machines. He has no formal training as a writer, unless 60 years of writing about any and everything counts.

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