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Humane Society of Missouri offers tips to keep pets safe during hot weather When temperatures and heat indices soar, pet owners are advised to take special precautions to keep pets safe. High temperatures can be deadly for pets left without a cool, shady place to rest and plenty of water.

Never leave a pet unattended in a parked car when the temperature is more than 70 degrees. When it’s 72 degrees outside, a car’s temperature can rocket to 116 degrees, even with the windows cracked. When it is 85 degrees outside, the temperature inside a car can soar to 120 degrees in minutes. Leaving a pet in a hot, unattended car is inhumane, illegal, and can cause severe injury or even death within minutes.

Act immediately if you see a distressed animal in an unattended car. Call the local police and the Humane Society of Missouri Animal Abuse Hotline at 314.647.4400. A pet showing signs of distress such as heavy panting, unresponsive behavior, seizure or collapse needs immediate attention.

Make certain outdoor pets have access to fresh, clean water at all times. Secure plastic water bowls, never metal, to the ground so your pet can’t accidentally tip them over. You can dig small round

holes and place the water bowls inside.

Ensure that your pet has access to shade at all times of the day. Your dog might be in the shade when you leave for work, but the sunlight moves throughout the day. Don’t allow your pet to be stranded in the scorching sun.

If you run or jog with your dog, take frequent water breaks for yourself and your dog. Remember that asphalt and concrete get hot quickly. You have rubber soles on your feet—your dog does not. On hot days, leave your dog at home.

Do not bicycle or rollerblade with a pet. Heat stroke and possible death can occur very quickly, particularly in hot weather.

When the weather is dangerously hot, keep pets inside.

If your pet shows signs of heat exhaustion (excessive panting, vomiting, lethargic behavior), immediately apply cold water to your pet’s extremities. See your veterinarian promptly.

During warm weather, mosquitoes are prevalent. Make sure your pet is tested by a veterinarian for heartworm disease (a mosquito-transmitted, often fatal disease) and use heartworm prevention medication.

To report an animal in heat-related jeopardy, call the Humane Society of Missouri Animal Abuse Hotline at 314.647.4400.

For more information on how to care for pets during warm weather months, please visit the Humane Society of Missouri website, www.hsmo.org or e-mail info@hsmo.org.

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Around Town your guide to good news and events like a our Most Beautiful Garden Contest

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Lincoln County Life the latest Lincoln County news and events like Pack the Bus

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Business the latest business news from across the county like Chloe’s Law

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School Wentzville’s Back-to-School Fair and more

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Movie “Everyone involved in this version of The Lone Ranger should be deeply and utterly ashamed of themselves.”

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Sports, Sudoku, and Book Buzz Local sport authority Gary B fills you in on the weekend’s sporting events.

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Recipes Healthy is the New Delicious

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What’s Happening the only events calendar you need to stay entertained all week long

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Over the Fence Joe Morice is to Community News readers what Wilson was to Tim Taylor: enjoy a fresh perspective from our in-house blue-collar philosopher.

Showcase Your Creativity at the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre Whether you are a professional artist or just feeling artistically inspired, enter your best artworks in the Enormous & Itty Bitty Art Show & Competition! Frames and/or artwork for this show must be larger than 16”x24” or smaller than 5”x7.” The show will run from Sept. 13-Nov. 12 at St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre. The works of both amateur and professional artists will be judged together.

Receiving for this show will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 10, from 9am - 8:30pm. All accepted works must be suitably framed and ready to hang (wire, hooks, etc). Textile works must include hardware for hanging as well (nails, etc). Works on paper must be under glass or Plexiglass (weight restrictions apply).

The opening reception will be Friday, Sept. 13 from 6 - 8pm. Cash awards are given for adults in categories of Drawing/Painting, Photography and Mixed Media. Youth artwork is eligible for honorable mention ribbons in categories of K-5 grade, 6-8 grade and high school.

For more information, please log on to www.stpetersmo.net and search Art Shows and Exhibits.

Family BINGO Night Fundraiser Come out for a fun night of BINGO at a to-beannounced location in St. Charles on Saturday, July 27 at 6:30pm. Entry costs $10 per adult, and 5 per child 18 and under. Your entry fee gets you10 rounds of Bingo .

The purpose of the Bingo is to raise money for the Foundations Of Love’s Wishing Well Program and House Fund. All proceeds benefit the mission

of Foundations Of Love, a local not-for-profit organization operating in St. Charles County.

The mission of Foundations Of Love is to enhance the living environment and quality of life for adults who have developmental disabilities living in St. Charles County. Through our Wishing Well program, we also work to fulfill the wishes for little indulgences that these special people might desire, such as concert/ event tickets, holiday decorations, mini-vacations, and visits to local attractions such as the St Louis Zoo. Foundations Of Love partners with licensed service providers and serve as an Advocate-Landlord to help these adults with developmental disabilities who seek a choice for affordable housing in neighborhoods that are close to services, jobs and social activities.

For more information, see their Facebook page, visit www.foundationsoflove.org or email info@ www.meadowlandsestates.com foundationsoflove.org.

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St. Charles County Lions Club to Help Community July 24 and 31, members of the newly formed St. Charles Lions Club are working towards the final Charter night when the officially become members of the world’s largest service organization, Lions Clubs International. The St. Charles Lions Club will join the more than 46,000 Lions clubs making a difference in communities around the world. The new club is now seeking civic-minded men and women to join them in working together to meet needs within the community. If this sounds like something you would want to be part of, please join this group of community minded citizens at Angelo’s Chicago Style Pizza located at 1120 Technology Drive in O’Fallon.

In addition to providing hands-on support, Lions clubs give members an opportunity to advance worthy causes, serve with friends and become leaders in the community.

For more information on becoming a charter member of this new club, please contact IPDG Lisa Alexander at 314.258.1069 or DistrictGovernorLisa@yahoo.com.

Cross Streets between Route N and South Outer 364 Closing The Missouri Department of Transportation and its contractor Page Constructors will permanently close the four temporary cross streets between Route N and South Outer 364 in O’Fallon.

Grading operations for the new four-lane divided highway for Route 364 are underway in this area.

The temporary cross streets are located between Route K and Bryan Road. On July 15, Brassel East and Brassel West closed. Two weeks later on Monday, July 29, Twin Chimneys East and Twin Chimneys West will close. The connection of Route N to South Outer 364 at Bates Road will remain open until approximately November 1. At that time, Route N will connect to Bryan Road, and the crossing to Bates Road will close.

The temporary emergency only crossing for the O’Fallon Fire Station on South Outer 364 will remain open for as long as construction activities don’t interfere with it. The fire district will be notified in advance of when their temporary crossing will close later this year.

Motorists who use these crossings are advised to use Route K or Byran Road to travel north and south. Traffic engineers will be retiming the signals to accommodate the change in traffic patterns.

The new Route 364 has been planned as a four-lane limited access highway for more than 20 years. The new highway includes new interchanges and improvements at Route K and Bryan Road. These improvements will reduce the traffic demand on the local streets and improve mobility in the immediate area.

Construction for the $118 million Route 364 Page Phase 3 will be complete in November 2014. The new four-lane divided highway will continue Route 364 from the Mid Rivers Mall Drive and Route 94 interchange westward for nine miles where it will connect with Interstate 64 at the Route N interchange. For more information on the project, visit www.modot.org/route364.

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Most Beautiful Garden Contest Community News is hosting a Most Beautiful Garden Contest for residents of St. Charles and Lincoln Counties. To enter, email up to 5 photos of your garden to editor@mycnews.com

by July 31, 2013. Include your name, address, phone number, and, if you like, a brief description of your garden. We will visit the top three entries to choose a winner. The winner’s garden will be professionally photographed and featured on the cover of Community News. Feel free to enter for your neighbors, parents or friends.

Photos of Kathy Krattli of O’Fallon's garden by Mary Schwent

New Traffic Signals in O’Fallon New traffic signals at Salt River Road and Arrowhead Industrial Drive in O’Fallon should be functional now. The signals will be set in flash mode for several days before fully functional. Motorists traveling on eastbound and westbound Salt River Road will see a yellow flashing light. Drivers approaching Salt River Road from Arrowhead Industrial Drive will see a red flashing light. Drivers are asked to use caution when approaching this intersection.

Find local, In-season Produce with New App from MU Extension Finding fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables just got easier, thanks to an app developed by University of Missouri faculty and students. The free app, Seasonal and Simple, helps consumers find, choose, store and prepare fresh produce.

The content for the app is based on the longstanding MU Extension publication of the same name. DeBlauw approached campus colleagues Dale Musser**, associate teaching professor of computer science, and Mike McKean, director of professional programs for the MU School of Journalism, to see if students in their co-taught class could develop an app based on the material in the book.

The class consisted of journalism students, who helped develop and edit content, and computer science and engineering students, who programmed the app.

To download the free app for iPhone, iPad and Android devices, visit extension.missouri.edu/p/MP909.

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Daughters of the American Revolution Convene in Washington DC Recently, the nation’s capital welcomed more than 3,500 members of the DAR, one of its foremost service organizations. Members of the Caroline Close Stuart Chapter, based in Lake St. Louis, Missouri, were in attendance at the 122nd Continental Congress, the annual convention. The DAR Continental Congress is a timehonored tradition that has been held in Washington, D.C. as the annual national meeting of the membership since the organization’s founding, 123 years ago. National, state and chapter leaders from around the world meet at the DAR National Headquarters to report on the year’s work, honor outstanding award recipients, plan future initiatives and reconnect with friends.

Highlights of the convention included Opening Night guest speakers Leigh Keno of “Antiques Roadshow”, who received the DAR Historic Preservation Recognition Award, and Rich Little, comedian and voiceover actor, who received the DAR Americanism Award, given to a distinguished naturalized citizen. On National Defense Night, an evening honoring our nation’s military, the keynote address was delivered by Vice Admiral Robin R. Braun, US Navy, and Lieutenant General Claude “Mick” Kicklighter, US Army (Ret.), provided remarks as Director of the DoD Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration. Additional awards that evening were presented to the Army Nurse of the Year and outstanding volunteers for veterans. On Saturday evening, Ambassador John Limbert was honored with the Medal of Honor at the Gala Awards Banquet. Actress Connie Stevens was presented with the Founders Medal for Patriotism, and the films Honor Flight and Girl Rising received DAR Media Awards. During the week, the DAR also honored the Outstanding Teacher of American History and the DAR American history essay contest winners.

In attendance at the Congress were Chapter Regent, Susan Russ; Chapter Registrar, Mary Jo Anderson; and Chapter Member, Dorothy Lindsay. While at Congress, they attended the Units Overseas Committee Luncheon and International Bazaar, and the Florida and Missouri “Show Me Sunshine” Reception as well as a weeklong schedule of other business sessions, committee meetings, and social functions. They also attended formal evening ceremonies at which national DAR award winners were honored.

Fundraiser Golf Tournament for Marine Sgt. Kyle Aslin Kyle Aslin is a resident of O’Fallon and a Marine who served two tours in Iraq. Kyle had a massive stroke on August 10, 2012 and had no medical insurance at that time. He has had several surgeries and is still in therapy. He has aphasia and has no feeling on the right side of his body and is now unable to work. Come play a round of golf to support this veteran’s recovery on August 24 at Eagle Springs Golf Course, 2575 Redman Road, St. Louis. Registration and driving range practice begins at 12:30 with a shotgun start at 1:30.

Your donation entitles you to beer, soda and water on the course, 18 holes of golf, a golf cart and a pork steak dinner upon completion of the golf tournament, to be served at 6:30pm. Proceeds from this tournament will go directly to the Aslin-Kemper Trust Fund to benefit Kyle and Stephanie Aslin.

The cost per team is $400 for four players. Hole Sponsorships are available for $100 per hole. The deadline to sponsor a hole is July 29.

For more information, to participate, or to donate prizes, please call Matt Aslin at 314.435.9482 or Caroline Kemper at 314.913.4839.

Bob Kuban Band Concert with Dancing Come out to listen and dance at the Foundry on July 26. Doors open at 6:30pm; concert begins at 7:30pm. Tickets cost $15 for non-members and $10 for FAC members.

It all started back in 1966 when Bob Kuban and the In-Men blazed their way to the top of the charts with their horn-driven slice of blue-eyed soul, “The Cheater!”

While Bob has been an undeniable success in the past, he’s continued to ‘hit it big’ year after year. The Bob Kuban Brass entertained at the closing ceremonies at the 1994 Olympic Festival. They also opened for Michael McDonald (formerly of the Doobie Brothers) and Kenny G at a Democratic fundraiser with President Bill Clinton as the guest speaker. In a poll published by The St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the Bob Kuban Brass were second only to the Grammy award-winning St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.

Featuring bandstand favorites and standards to present-day hits, the Bob Kuban Band will have you up on your feet and out on the dance floor.

Salvation Army Offers Discounted Tickets for Cards vs. Cubs Game The Chicago Cubs return to St. Louis for a rematch with the Cardinals August 10 and The Salvation Army has some of the cheapest tickets in town.

The Salvation Army and St. Louis Cardinals are teaming up for “Night at the Ballpark,” a way to affordably enjoy a great baseball rivalry and simultaneously support the thousands of St. Louisans helped by the Army each year.

Those interested in tickets for the 6:15pm game can purchase them without service fees through the Army for $40 apiece. The tickets originally sell for $88.50 through the Cardinals website.

Only a limited number of tickets are available at this price, so fans are encouraged to act quickly.

To extend the friendly rivalry off the field, The Salvation Army’s Midland Division in St. Louis is competing against Chicago’s Metro Di-

vision to see who can raise the most money for their respective social service programs—which clothe, feed, assist, and minister to thousands of people each year. Beginning July 15 and running through Aug. 9, area residents are asked to text MYCARDS to 80888 to donate $10 to the local Salvation Army and help St. Louis top Chicago.

To purchase your discounted tickets and simultaneously support The Salvation Army, visit www.stlsummerseries.com or call 314.646.3149.

The Salvation Army, an international organization, has been supporting those in need without discrimination for 130 years in Missouri.

Nearly 350,000 people throughout Missouri and Southern Illinois receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through the broadest array of social services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children.

85 cents of every dollar spent is used to carry out those services throughout the region. For more information, please visit www.stlsalvationarmy.org.

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The nonprofit, RRCA-sanctioned FLEET FEET Runners Club is proud to present the 32nd running of the FLAT FIVE. This unique event includes a 5 Mile Run, a 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, and a 50-Yard Toddler Trot. All 5- and 1-Mile finishers earn numbered trophies--and the toddlers receive toys! Proceeds from this event benefit local charities and are used to operate the Runners Club.

The race will happen August 4 with the 5-Mile Run at 7:30am, the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk at 8:30, and the 50-Yard Toddler Trot at 9.

The events are set in the 19th-century atmosphere of historic St. Charles. They start and finish on the St. Charles riverfront in the north end of Frontier Park, directly behind Missouri’s

first state capitol. Parking lots are located on the west side of Riverside Drive.The large bandstand serves as our race headquarters.

The 5-Mile course begins on the roads as it takes the runners through historic St. Charles’s Frenchtown district and then into DuSable Park. After exiting DuSable Park, the runners will run the final stretch of the course on the Katy Trail. There is a water station in the park which the runners pass two times. The 1-Mile course is an out-and-back on the Katy Trail. The Toddler Trot is held in the grass, so it is safe for very wobbly toddlers.

All finishers will receive their trophies or toys as they cross the finish line. Complete results will be available online. Visit www.fleetfeetstlouis.com for more information.

Fight Breast Cancer In partnership with the American Cancer Society, Horizon of Hope has three primary goals: • To improve the quality of life for those living with breast cancer.

• To reduce the burden of breast cancer and to improve breast cancer outcomes.

• To minimize the recurrence of breast cancer.

Our effort to achieve these goals takes many forms.

Longaberger employees and Home Consultants have potentially life-saving information to share with customers, friends and family. We collectively have a big voice to reach millions of women about the importance of mammograms and healthy living habits.

And everyone who participates in Horizon of Hope has the ability to give very important dollars to change women’s lives forever through: • Continuing education and training to improve the ability of radiologists to interpret mammograms • Landmark consortiums where researchers share findings and treatment options for lymphedema, a painful and potentially debilitating complication of breast cancer surgery • Research into the effects of stress on recurrence and ways to minimize its impact on breast cancer survivors Together, we can affect outcomes and change lives.

In 1995, Longaberger formed a groundbreaking partnership with the American Cancer Society known as Horizon of Hope.

Our mission was to reach out with messages of prevention and early detection while raising money through proceeds from the sale of Horizon of Hope products for breast cancer initiatives supported by the

American Cancer Society.

Together, we have raised more than $15 million and reached more than 20 million women with potentially life-saving information. Twice, we have been recognized with the American Cancer Society’s Corporate Impact Award.

To celebrate this year’s campaign, the Woven Hearts Branch of home consultants from St. Louis and St. Charles counties will hold a special Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon and Fundraiser on Saturday, August 10 at 11:30am at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Chesterfield, 16625 Swingley Ridge Road. Tickets are $68 each, and include this year’s 2013 Horizon of Hope® Basket, lunch, silent auction, displays door prizes, and special speaker Laura Neal, Director Ellis Fischel Cancer Center, Columbia.

To make reservations for this event or to donate to Horizon of Hope, contact Karen Fair 314.313.3880. The reservation deadline is July 30.

For more information about Horizon of Hope, please visit www.HorizonOfHope.com. To learn more about breast cancer and the importance of early detection, visit the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org.

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School’s out and children have plenty of free time that can either be spent inside, lounging or outside, making the most of the season.

There are many simple ways to incorporate fitness into your family’s summer plans while still having fun together. TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the nonprofit weight-loss support organization, offers the following tips for a summer filled with family fitness.

Lead by example An effective and easy way to get your family to be more active is to show them how. Simple activities can go a long way in teaching the importance of fitness and increased movement. When shopping together, take the stairs instead of the elevator or escalator. On nice days, park as far away from building entrances as possible. Walk and bike to places nearby—instead of hopping in the car. Little changes like these will motivate kids to opt for more active habits on their own.

Sign up for a run/walk Summer is full of run/walks for various causes and nonprofit organizations. Decide together on some events in which you’d like to participate, whether it’s for the cause it benefits or the pure fun appeal. 5Ks are perfect for beginners, and you can train together as a family, too.

Liven up your chores list Instead of having your children help with the typical indoor chores, get them involved in outdoor tasks. Gardening, raking, push-mowing, and anything that incorporates some movement are great ways to keep kids moving while enjoying some sun.

Be smart about gifting When giving gifts to your family, choose things associated with activity. Some practical items disguised by fun include sports balls and nets, Slip ’n Slides, Frisbees, bicycles, inline skates, and anything that makes outdoor exercise enjoyable. The novelty factor of the “new” item can be a catalyst for getting outdoors, and it’s a convenient way to be thoughtful while also promoting physical fitness. Remember to provide protective equipment such as helmets, wrist pads, or knee pads.

Make after-dinner walks part of your routine A simple way to get your family on the fitness track is by making a tradition of after-dinner walks. Take several fast-paced walks around the block and enjoy the opportunity to be active together as a family, while burning off some dinner calories. Also look for routes that offer a combination of inclined and flat paths, so that strong walkers are challenged but slower walkers get a rest.

To find a local chapter, visit www.tops.org or call 800.932.8677.

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Missouri American Water Missouri River 340 On July 23, about 500 paddlers will compete in the Missouri American Water Missouri River 340 (MR340) – the largest field of racers in the event’s eight-year history. From Kansas City, Ks. to St. Charles, the racers will travel 340 miles across the state—celebrating the importance of the longest river in the U.S. to Missouri’s environment and as a source of drinking water to millions of people.

One of National Geographic’s Top 100 American Adventures—the race combines extreme sports and environmental stewardship. Race proceeds benefit three environmental stewardship and education organizations: Missouri River Relief, the Healthy Rivers Partnership and the Lewis and Clark Nature Center and Boathouse.

When and where: • The starting line in Kansas City, Tuesday July 23 – 7am and 8am. (Racers begin to assemble at about 5:30am). The MR 340 begins at Kaw Point Park, at the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas Rivers, at 1 River City Drive in Kansas City, Ks. Weather conditions may affect race start time.

• Jefferson City, Wednesday, July 24, winners will likely arrive in the morning, with steady traffic of racers during the day at the Noren Access, on Cottonwood Street, just off of Highway 63, right before the Jefferson City Bridge.

• The finish line in St. Charles, Likely winners’ arrival

time is the evening of Wednesday July 24 to early morning Thursday July 25. (If requested, we can contact you as the winners approach). The finish line is at the Lewis and Clark Nature Center and Boathouse, 1050 South Riverside Drive, St. Charles and racers will arrive all day and night Thursday July 25 through early Friday July 26.

• Awards presentation. Friday, July 26 at 7pm, Lewis and Clark Nature Center and Boathouse.

Missouri American Water Missouri American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 1.5 million people.

Founded in 1886, American Water is the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company.

With headquarters in Voorhees, N.J., the company employs more than 7,000 dedicated professionals who provide drinking water, wastewater and other related services to approximately 15 million people in more than 30 states, as well as parts of Canada. More information can be found by visiting www.amwater.com.

Missouri River Relief Missouri River Relief is a grassroots, volunteer and equipment-based organization dedicated to connecting people to the Missouri River through hands-on river clean-ups and education events.

Since its founding, the organization has grown each year. To date, MRR has hosted 91 Missouri River cleanups, bringing 16,541 volunteers to clean 676 tons of trash from 784 miles of the river. Missouri River Relief has participated in and hosted clean-ups in six states, from the Mississippi River to Yankton, S.D. Rivermiles Rivermiles has been promoting Missouri River awareness since 2006 with the inaugural running of the Missouri River 340. Rivermiles believes that the best way to protect our river resources is through participation, inviting paddlers and their families to experience the rivers through the adventure of canoe racing.

These events create lifelong fans and stewards of the rivers and link the communities in the watershed in ways they’ve never considered. The MR340 is known internationally as the world’s longest non-stop river race and has attracted paddlers from Japan, Malaysia, Canada, Australia, Denmark and the United Kingdom.

UCU Hosts “Pack The Bus” United Credit Union in Troy is holding a “Pack the Bus” school supply drive throughout the month of July. To help local students and their families, UCU is asking for school supplies and nonperishable food items. All items collected during this drive will be donated to local schools and food pantries. Please stop by United Credit Union at 200 Main St. with any donations. UCU needs your help this summer to Pack The Bus.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church Picnic On Saturday, August 3 and Sunday, August 4, Sacred Heart Catholic Church Picnic will hold their annual church picnic. Traditionally, this event held on the first weekend of August is no average church picnic. The two-day festival will feature carnival rides and games, along with delicious chicken and kettle beef dinners.

The picnic will take place on the church grounds at100 Thompson Drive in Troy. Dinners will be served in air-conditioned areas, and carry-outs are available. Hours were not set at press time, but more information can be found at www.SacredHeartTroy.org. All visitors are welcome to attend, regardless of church affiliation.

Silex School District Opens Registration for Softball Camp Do you have a young softball player? Coach Rebecca Lipsey, Coach Shawn Wilding, and the 2012 State Champions Silex Lady Owls are hosting a softball camp the week of July 29 – August 2. Camp will meet 9:30 - 11:30am.

Elementary students entering third through sixth grade are welcome to attend. The cost of the camp is $40.00, which includes a camp T-shirt. Prizes will be awarded at the end of the camp, and refreshments will be served at the end of each day for campers.

Please register as soon as possible, as spots are expected to fill quickly. Registration forms are available at www.silex.k12.mo.us. and should be sent to Silex R-1 School District, 64 Hwy UU Silex, MO 63377.

Please make checks payable to Silex R-1. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to email Rebecca Lipsey: rlipsey@silex.k12.mo.us or call Silex School 573.384.5227.

9th Annual Memories on Main Street Car Show The Troy Area Chamber of Commerce will present the 9th Annual Memories on Main Street Car Show on Saturday, August 3. The event will include live music, vendors, and 35 classes of amazing cars.

The cost to register as a judged entry is $15.00.

The first 150 entries will receive dash plaques.

Display-only cars will pay $10.00. There is no cost to attend the car show. Judging, parking

and registration will be managed by Archway Oldsmobile Club. Registration begins at 8am, judging begins at noon. Awards will be given at 4pm.

Show entries must arrive through College and Main Streets only. All vehicles must be parked by escort. Registrants are advised to arrive with friends so they can park together. Call 636.462.8769 for more information.

Friends of Lincoln County Medical Center Donate Funds for New Outdoor Dining Patio The Friends of Lincoln County Medical Center recently provided a comfortable and appealing outdoor dining patio for employees, patients

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and visitors. The new addition, where visitors and staff can gather, eat and chat includes a newly designed patio, luscious landscaping, and dining tables with umbrellas. The organization decided to provide this amenity because they recognize that health care can be a highly demanding, stressful and fast -paced environment.

Founded in 1987, Friends of Lincoln County Medical Center has played a vital role in providing financial aid to the Medical Center modernizing several public areas in recent years. To raise funds, the group holds a spring golf tournament and fall trivia night each year. Visit www.lcmcTroy.com to learn more.

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Chloe’s Law Pulse oximetry screening is now required for all Missouri newborns Governor Jay Nixon signed Chloe’s Law during a ceremony at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, mandating pulse oximetry screening for all Missouri newborns. The lifesaving measure had been a top legislative priority for the American Heart Association and the organization celebrates this final important step.

“Because of the important work of the Missouri legislature and the actions taken by Governor Nixon today, newborn lives will be saved statewide,” said Jace Smith, government relations director for the American Heart Association in Missouri. “Pulse ox screening is non-invasive, inexpensive and highly effective. In fact, new research suggests that wider use of pulse ox would help identify more than 90 percent of heart defects. We thank the many grassroots volunteers across Missouri who let their voices be heard regarding this important issue.”

About Pulse Oximetry Screening Jace Smith, Government Relations Director for the American Heart Pulse oximetry screening consists of sensors Association in Missouri, celebrates the signing of Chloe’s Law with placed on a newborn’s hand and foot to check Kelly Manz, mother of Chloe Manz, the bill’s namesake. blood oxygen levels. If levels are too low, additional tests may be conducted that aid in detecting critical or possibly life-threatening heart defects that might otherwise go undetected.

In September 2011, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius advised that critical congenital heart defects screening be added to the “Recommended Uniform Screening Panel” for newborns before they are released from a hospital or birthing facility. As a result, Missouri now joins several Governor Jay Nixon signs Chloe’s Law at St. Louis Children’s Hospital on Tuesday, July 9. The legislarequires pulse oximetry screenings for Missouri newborns before they are discharged from other states including New tion the hospital. This non-invasive test checks for critical congenital heart defects and can save a life.

Jersey, Maryland, Indiana, Tennessee and West Virginia in passing laws that require newborns to have pulse ox screenings prior to being discharged from the hospital.

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21st Annual O’Fallon Chamber Golf Tournament The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the 21st Annual Golf Tournament will be held at The Falls Golf Course. This annual event is open to the public. Everyone is encouraged to participate in this opportunity to enjoy eighteen holes of golf and all of the extra tournament fun at a great price.

On Monday, September 9, 2013 at 10:30am Registration, 12pm Start. Held at The Falls Golf Club, 1170 Turtle Creek and is $100 per person, $400 for a foursome.

All golfers will receive a bag filled with great donations from O’Fallon Chamber members, 18 holes of spectacular golf with cart and drinks on the course, lunch catered and sponsored by Quintessential Catering, and an awards dinner sponsored by Charter Business.

On course activities planned include the ever popular Cooler of Fun from Delmar Gardens, and a hole offering a “shot” for Free tires courtesy of Firestone Complete Auto Care plus many more activities. Cash prizes will be awarded for the top three teams in two flights following the tournament. New this year will be the Most Outrageous Golf Attire Contest and the option to register as a team Caddy. “Caddying for the day allows those who don’t know how to play golf to still participate in the tournament and network with some of our players” says Erin Williams, O’Fallon Chamber president/CEO. Don’t miss this opportunity to play an amazing course. Call the Chamber office at 636.240.1818 or go online to www.ofallonchamber.org/golf to register.

A big thank you to the 2013 sponsors; Charter Business, Delmar Gardens, Quintessential Catering, City of O’Fallon, Country Side Flooring America, CenturyLink, Progress West Health Center and Rothman Furniture.

Proceeds benefit the mission of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce.

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Third Annual Wentzville Back-to-School Fair

The Wentzville School District will host the third annual “Back to School Fair” for Wentzville School District families on Saturday, August 3 from 8am - 1pm at Holt High School. The event is free for District families and will feature dozens of vendors, free school supplies, games and fun activities for children. The Kiwanis Club will be sponsoring a pancake breakfast beginning at 8am in the Holt cafeteria, $5 per person or $20 for a family of up to six, and the proceeds will be donated back to the District to help purchase school supplies.

Last year’s event drew over 3,000 people, and thousands of dollars’ worth of school supplies were given away to District students. “The Back to School Fair is designed to bring together local businesses, community groups and our District families in one place to share valuable information, discounts and free school supplies in a fun and festive atmosphere,” said Director of Community Relations Matt Deichmann. “It’s beneficial to our students, their families and our community, and it’s a tremendous way to kick off the new school year.”

The event is free, but families are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate at the door to Operation Food Search which serves local families in need. If you are a business or community group interested in participating in the fair, you can find more information and register by visiting the District website at www. wentzville.k12.mo.us and clicking on the Back to School Fair logo on the left.

Local Professionals Can Make a Difference Through Teaching As highlighted in Change the Equation’s 2012 Missouri Vital Signs, only 22 percent of Missouri eighth graders have a math teacher who majored in the subject they teach. Only 34 percent of eighth graders have a science teacher who majored in the subject they teach, and the state sets the passing score on its 8th-grade science test below the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP) bar for proficiency.

This summer the American Board, a teacher certification nonprofit, is aiming to alleviate this issue in Missouri by helping career-changing professionals bring their experience and expertise to local classrooms.

Accepted by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in 2008, the American Board assists career-changers, subject area experts, recent college graduates, and others with a Bachelor’s degree to earn full teacher certification. The American Board certifies teachers in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields, including Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, in addition to English Language Arts and History.

For community members who wish to make a difference in the classroom, the American Board provides an affordable, accessible, and accelerated route to teaching. The program is offered online, and candidates can work at their own pace and on their own time.

The American Board will be hosting informational sessions this July and August. Kimberly Polk, the Board’s local representative, will provide materials and answer questions about how to become a certified teacher in Missouri. For more information, visit www.abcte.org/drupal/teach/events.

Committee to Improve Educational Outcomes A group of state representatives will meet throughout the interim to discuss ways to improve educational outcomes for Missouri young people.

House Speaker Tim Jones announced the creation of the House Interim Committee on Education and selected two retired educators, state Rep. Steve Cookson and state Rep. Lyle Rowland, to serve as chairman and vice chairman respectively.

Jones said the duo will utilize their decades of experience within the state’s system of education to guide the committee as it seeks common ground for potential education reform efforts.

“I want the committee to look at ways we can help our failing districts to better serve the educational needs of our young people, and to develop policy solutions that can empower our best districts to do an even better job of preparing students for future success,” said Jones, R-Eureka.

“My hope is that the members of the committee will use their knowledge and experience to develop common sense, bipartisan solutions that will

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deemphasize the educational bureaucracy and reestablish the focus on providing our children with the highest quality education possible.”

Jones said he has not asked Cookson or Rowland to focus on specific issues, but instead has asked them to consider any option that would better prepare Missouri young people for success in college and adulthood.

“I am excited to get to work with Rep. Rowland and the other members of our committee to take a comprehensive look at our system of education,” said Cookson, R-Poplar Bluff. “My goal is for us to work together to develop reform measures we all can support that put the needs of students first.”

“This is a great opportunity to find the common ground on what has been a divisive issue, but also an issue that demands the attention of a legislature that holds education as one of its highest priorities,” said Rowland, R-Cedarcreek.

“I look forward to our discussions and the information we will receive from educators and parents who share our goal of positioning our state as a national leader in the field of education.”

Other members of the committee include: Charlie Davis, R-Webb City; Casey Guernsey, R-Bethany; Ron Hicks, R-Peters; Mike Lair, R-Chillicothe; Myron Neth, R-Liberty; Donna Pfautsch, R-Harrisonville; Bill Reiboldt, R-Neosho; Chrissy Sommer, R-St. Charles; Bryan Spencer, R-Wentzville; Rick Stream, R-Kirkwood, Kathy Swan, R-Cape Girardeau; David Wood, R-Versailles; Ira Anders, D-Independence; Michael Butler, D-St. Louis; Vicki Englund, D-St. Louis; Margo McNeil, DFlorissant; Genise Montecillo, D-St. Louis; Judy Morgan, DKansas City; and Tommie Pierson, D-St. Louis.

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Movie

“The Lone Ranger”

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By Steve Bryan - Rated: PG-13

With a reported budget of $180 million, the Walt Disney Studios had high hopes for The Lone Ranger, especially with Johnny Depp in a key role. Director Gore Verbinski hoped to capture lightning in a bottle as he did with the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, capitalizing on Depp’s talents and box office appeal.

Sputtering like a wet firecracker over 4th of July weekend, however, this popcorn adventure may take years to break even, let alone make a profit. Disney and Verbiniski may not have seen this coming, but any St. Louis native who watched the masked hero on TV knows why it failed: the Lone Ranger should never be played The Lone Ranger photo courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures for laughs. honor under the worst circumstances. On Debuting on radio in the other hand, the character that appears the 1930’s, the frontier in the new movie is—to put it bluntly—a legend started life as a wimp. Armie Hammer plays John Reid, a Texas Ranger who surlawyer who wants justice, but he lacks the vived a deadly ambush in courage of his convictions. He also lusts the desert. Ranger John after his brother’s wife, something the Reid, the lone survivor, Lone Ranger would never do. was nursed back to health Hammer’s performance is bad enough,

by Tonto, an Indian guide. but Johnny Depp’s portrayal of Tonto is Vowing to fight for justice, the film’s undoing. In past performanche wears a mask and helps es, Depp found the heart and soul of his keep the peace in the Old characters, but his Tonto is just a mess.

West.

It’s hard to tell if the Indian guide is spiritual and The Lone Ranger and Clayton Moore, the actor who played him for years on TV, embodied courage and mystic or simply crazy. Depp is a fine actor, but he

brings nothing to the table here.

It also takes Verbinkski at least 40 minutes to get down to business by placing a mask on his leading man. The director then takes another hour before making things really interesting. There’s an intriguing, well-choreographed sequence on two moving trains near the end, but even these scenes aren’t worth the price of admission.

Everyone involved with this version of The Lone Ranger should be deeply and utterly ashamed of themselves. This summertime adventure is a prime example of what’s wrong with Hollywood these days. Screenwriters and directors simply cannot interpret iconic characters any way they please. Throwing millions of dollars and big name stars into the mix is no guarantee of success, either.

The Lone Ranger, rated PG-13 for sequences of intense action and violence and some suggestive 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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Sports

Gary Baute ‘Caddies To College’ Golf Tournament Monday July 29 is the date for this great event: Located in Lake St. Louis, Lake Forest is providing an opportunity for people to sponsor and participate in helping provide a quality work environment for young men and ladies of St. Charles County. The Evans Scholarship Foundation takes this funding and makes it available to individuals who qualify for a full college scholarship. Call Wally Obremski 636.978.8770 for more details. *Great opportunity Football Is Back Starting next week the St. Louis Football Rams will have an opportunity for you to come to Rams Park in Earth City to watch Training Camp for free.

You will see close to 100 football players trying out for only 53 positions over the next month.

Make sure you look for me, Gary B, and come up and say hello. I will be in the

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bright yellow shirt as I am working with the Security group again this year. Ray Rockwell (pictured) is the official camera man of the Community News and takes great pictures of the player practicing and sometimes cheerleaders.

The times for the camp are: Thursday, July 25, 3:30pm; Friday, July 26, 3:30pm; Saturday, July 27, 5:30pm; Monday, July 29, 3:30pm; Wednesday, July 31, 3:30pm; Thursday, August 1, 5:30pm; Friday, August 2, 3:30pm; Saturday, August 3 Scrimmage 12:30pm at Edward Jones Dome; Monday, August, 3:30pm; Tuesday, August 6, 3:30pm; Saturday, August 10, 3:30pm; Monday, August 12, 3:30pm; Thursday, August 15, 3:30pm; Friday, August 16, 11:15am; Monday, August 19, 3:30pm; Tuesday, August 20, 4pm; Wednesday, August 21,3:30pm.

Weather and field conditions are evaluated daily, so all dates and times provided are subject to change, including autograph sessions. Parking will be available at the lot directly north of Rams Park at no charge. No parking will be allowed at area businesses or in the Rams Park parking lot. Video cameras and alcohol are prohibited.

For more information about training camp, please visit the Rams’ website at www.stlouisrams.com. For upto-date practice schedules, please call the training camp hotline at 314.982.7267. *A new year of excitement

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Hazelwood East Has New Coaches The Hazelwood School District Board of Education approved a recommendation to hire Aaron Whittington as the head varsity football coach and Lawndale Thomas as the head varsity basketball coach.

“We are very excited to have Whittington and Thomas serve as head coaches at our school,” said Corey Johnson, activities director at Hazelwood East High School. “They will both bring diverse experience and a high

level of energy to the roles of head coaches.

Whittington served as an assistant football coach at HEHS from 2010 – 2012. He is a 2003 graduate of HEHS. While at HEHS, Whittington was named a high school All American football player.

Thomas has been a guidance counselor at HEHS for the past seven years. He is currently the guidance department chair. “Thomas has done an excellent job working with our students as a coach and counselor,” said Johnson. “As a standout player at UMSL and a coach with a great track record, he will be a tremendous asset to the team.” *And it begins River’s Edge Sports New League Line-Up River’s Edge Sports Complex on N. Highway 67 has just released its’ schedule for Mid-Summer leagues and Fall leagues, including a wide selection of indoor sports: softball (fast-pitch and slow-pitch), youth baseball, adult flag football, soccer (youth and adult leagues), adult kickball and more.

Added to this year’s schedule are adult indoor dodge ball and outdoor sand volleyball on Rivers Edge’s six well-groomed courts, plus Washers & Bags.

In September, River’s Edge will launch Year Two of its “Beginners Soccer” clinics for kids 4 – 6 years old. The six-week sessions will be held on Saturday mornings.

For information on any of the River’s Edge offerings, call 314.282.3369 or email info@riversedgesportscomplex.com. *Fun for all ages 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. Currently he broadcasts a radio show on 590 ‘The Man’ and 1380 ‘The Woman.’

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Born with undeveloped lungs, 12-year-old Casey, the main character in BeCommunity News is low, has to swim laps to improve her breathproud to offer our readers “Book Buzz.” ing. But laps in a pool can be boring; Casey longs for the solace of practicing her strokes This column will at the lake near her town. She does just that in feature great books for children in three Below, by Meg McKinlay, an intriguing book categories: about friendship, perseverance and courage.

Youngest Pick: Casey has always lived in New Lower early childhood to Grange, but her parents, sister and brother the first or second originally resided in Old Lower Grange. On grade, Middle Pick: elementary school the night Casey was born the mayor threw a children, and lever and flooded the old town in the name Oldest Pick: middle school children. Enjoy! of progress — the area was growing and water was needed.

Casey has a swimming buddy named Liam, a boy badly scarred in a tragic car crash that left his brother dead and his father brain damaged. Though signage is posted in an area of the lake warning people not to swim there, the friends do so anyway. The restricted area is right above their old flooded community.

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Healthy is the New Delicious

With adventurous food tastes and concerns ranging from personal health to ethical agriculture and livestock practices, more people are exploring alternative diets.

But that’s not always easy or palatable.

“You have paleo and primal diets, pescatarian and raw foods, vegetarian and vegan, and they all have wonderful merits, especially when compared with the processed foods many Americans continue to eat,” says Holistic Chef and Certified Healing Foods Specialist Shelley Alexander, author of Deliciously Holistic, (aharmonyhealing.com).

“My focus is on easy-to-follow healing foods recipes that make delicious, completely nourishing meals. Some will appeal to those who adhere to a strict diet, such as vegan, and all will make people feel noticeably healthier without sacrificing any of the enjoyment we get from sitting down to eat.”

sauce; 1/8 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika; 1 peeled garlic clove (grated or minced); 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons organic maple syrup – grade B. The burgers include 4 large Portobello mushrooms – cleaned and patted dry; 1 large white onion (peeled and cut into thick slices); olive or avocado oil to cook mushrooms and onions; 2 sprouted whole grain hamburger buns –toasted; Dijon mustard; 1/4 cup baby romaine lettuce – washed and patted dry. Marinate mushrooms and onions for 30 minutes. Drizzle with oil and cook on medium heat for 15 minutes, turning mushrooms halfway through. Serve immediately.

honey; 1 teaspoon unrefined sea salt; 2 large, peeled garlic cloves – grated; 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 12 whole chicken wings – rinsed and patted dry; ½ teaspoon paprika. Preheat oven to 400F. Blend ingredients in a blender, except for wings and paprika, until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove tips of cleaned wings and store in freezer for future stock. Place wings on lightly greased baking dish, sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper, place in oven.

After 30 minutes baste wings with juices from pan, then brush mustard sauce all over wings, sprinkle with paprika and continue baking for an additional 25 to 30 minutes. Wings should have internal temperature of 165F when done.

• Wild blueberry smoothie (raw, vegan): 3 cups vanilla almond milk; 2 cups fresh or frozen wild or organic blueberries; 1 peeled banana – organic or fair trade; 2 to 3 cups organic baby spinach; 1 small avocado – peeled and pitted; ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; (optional) a preferred protein powder or superfood. Blend until creamy.

About Shelley Alexander, CHFS Shelley Alexander has enjoyed a lifelong love of delicious, locally grown, seasonal foods. She received her formal chef ’s training at The Los Angeles Culinary Institute. Alexander is a certified healing foods specialist, holistic chef, blogger and owner of the holistic health company, A Harmony Healing, in Los Angeles.

• Raw corn chowder (raw, vegan): 4 cups organic corn kernels (best during summer months); 2¼ cups unsweetened almond milk; 1 clove peeled garlic (remove inner stem); 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; ½ teaspoon smoked sweet paprika; 1/8 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; ½ avocado (peeled and seed removed); unrefined sea salt and fresh black pepper to taste. Blend ingredients and strain; top with corn kernels and diced organic red bell pepper.

• Dijon honey chicken wings: 1/3 cup Dijon mustard; ½ medium peeled lemon – remove all the white pith; ¼ cup raw

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CHURCH July 20: Epicenter Church Community Outreach 1-3pm, 325 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, St. Peters. Public invited.

Free hot dogs, chips and drinks.

Raffles with prizes.

July 21-25: Kingdom Rock 6:30-9pm. Cornerstone United Methodist Church. For kids ages 3-8. $10. www.umcornerstone. org or 636.379.5334.

Operation Backpack: United Methodist Church, Wentzville Food to at-risk children over the weekend. 636.327.6377 3rd Tuesday: Luncheon for Seniors 11am - 2pm at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd., 636.561.8951

Now – August 9: Lake Saint Louis Camp Gators Summer Day Camp www.lakesaintlouis.com Now-August: Social Dance Classes at SCC College Center, St. Charles Community College, 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville. $48/person. Ages 14 and up. 636.922.8233 or www.stchas.edu/dance.

Now - July19: St. Charles County Youth Orchestra’s Summer Music Workshop 9am - 3pm. Lindenwood University J. Schediegger Center for the Arts. sccyo@sccyo.org, 636.916.0515.

July 20: All Seniors Dinner Meet at 3, dinner at 4. West Allen, 9 West Allen. 636.561.9100.

EVENTS

July 21: Kiwanis Club St. Peters Annual Golf Tournament 1pm at Warrenton Golf Club. $80/person (includes golf, cart, prizes, lunch, dinner, unlimited beverages). 636.328.4941, jsandfort@angellcapital.com.

Now: Men’s Senior Softball Info: 636.281.0891

July 26: Hello Tomorrow Trivia Night Fundraiser

2nd Wednesday: Noon Luncheon Shiloh United Methodist Church, 1515 Hwy T, Foristell, 636.673.2144.

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6pm at Yacovelli’s, 407 Dunn Rd., Florissant. $200/table of 8. Coolers welcome. Register before July 8 www.yacovellis@yahoo.com.

brary, 1000 Kisker Road. Info: Jeanne at 314.605.8563.

saintlouis.com, under the parks and recreation section.

July 27: All Seniors Dinner Meet at 3, dinner at 4. Caleco’s, 2900 Salt Lick. 636.561.9100.

4th Tuesday: O’Fallon Garden Club.

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

August 10-11: Auditions for the 2013/2014 St. Charles County Youth Orchestra sccyo@sccyo.org, 636.916.0515.

Every Tuesday: Kiwanis Club of St. Charles Noon - 1 p.m. at the Columns Banquet Center in St. Charles.

Every Wednesday: Adult Volleyball Games at the St. Charles County Family YMCA 6-7 p.m. Non-competitive, coed, free and open to the public.

No registration necessary. Info: 636.928.1928.

August 13: Power Play 6:30 - 9pm. O’Fallon Jammin’ concert in Civic Park. FREE.

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

August 24: Lake Saint Louis Triathlon Volunteers needed. Please respond to Lake Saint Louis Parks & Recreation at parks@lakesaintlouis.com.

Ongoing Events 4th Monday: American Legion Post 388 Meets 6:30 pm at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 8945 Vets. Mem. Pkwy.

636.219.0553.

Every Monday: St. Peters Rotary Club Noon at St. Peters City Hall, One St. Peters Centre Blvd. www.stpetersrotary.org.

Every Monday: Adult Volleyball 6-7 p.m. at the St. Charles County Family YMCA, 3900 Shady Springs Lane, St. Peters. Noncompetitive, co-ed, free and open to the public. 636.928.1928.

1st Tuesday: Fleur de Lis Garden Society 6:30 p.m. at the Kisker Road Li-

Every Tuesday: Toastmasters Meeting 7 p.m. at the Renaud Spirit Center, 2650 Tri Sports Circle, O’Fallon.

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 Day at the O’Fallon Family YMCA 10 a.m. Free. 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 5 p.m., tee off at 5:30 p.m. at Heritage of Hawk Ridge. www.lake-

Every Wednesday: Charity Bingo 6:45 p.m. VFW Post 5077 sponsors, at VFW Hall, 8500 Veterans Mem. Pkwy., O’Fallon.

636.272.1945 or www.vfwpost5077.org.

1st & 3rd Wednesday: St. Charles Area Wood Carvers 7 p.m. at Weldon Spring Site Remedial Action Project, 7295 Hwy. 94 South, St. Charles. Visitors welcome!

Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of St. Peters 6:30am at IHOP (3851 Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy St. Peters).

636.328.4941.

Every Thursday: Kiwanis Club of O’Fallon 11:45 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.

636.980.1777.

Every Friday: Moms Play Group 10 a.m. at LSL Community Association, 100 Cognac Ct., Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367.

314.479.0306, andreacrislip@ gmail.com or www.lslmothersclub.com.

Every Friday: VFW Fish Fry 3-8 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.

Every Saturday through October 26: Lake Saint Louis Farmers & Artists Market 8am - noon. Hwy. 40 & Lake Saint Louis Blvd. Rain or shine. The area’s only all-local market offers the very best in seasonal produce, baked goods, soaps, crafts, art and more. www.lakestlouisfarmersandartistsmarket.com.

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

Info: Bill Dennis at 314.479.5750.

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survivors. Participants must have referral from their SSM Cancer Care physician. Call the St. Charles YMCA (636.928.1928) or O’Fallon YMCA (636.3790092).

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.

Every Saturday: Saturday Writers 11am - 1:15pm, Jan-Sept at Saint Peters Cultural Arts Center. Visitors welcome. $5 fee. www.saturdaywriters.org.

Diabetes Self Management Training (DSMT) Available with a doctor’s order.

636.949.9600 or Patty Shelton at 636.947.5573.

1st & 3rd Mondays: Sharing Losses Through Bereavement 1-2:30 p.m. at SSM Home Care & Hospice, 1187 Corporate Lake Drive. Registration: 314.776.3627.

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

Wentzville Community Club (500 West Main, Wentzville 63385). www.wentzvillefleamarket.org or www.facebook.com/ wentzville-community-club.

Every Saturday: Blue Bird Yoga Frontier Park, between Katy Depot & Lewis and Clark Monument. Beginners welcome. Bring your own mat.

1st & 3rd Saturday: St Peters Square Dance Club Dances 6:30pm. 1st United Methodist Church, 801 First Capital Dr. www.squaredancestcharles.com.

2nd Sunday: The Wheelers and Dealers Square Dance 7pm. Blanchette Park, 1900 W Randolph St. www.squaredancestcharles.com.

HEALTH July 30: Body Composition Screening for Women 3-5pm at Lake Saint Louis City Hall. Free screening to determine your percentage of body fat and more. Each appointment takes approximately 5 minutes. Preregistration is required, 636.928.

WELL (9355) to schedule.

Exercise Classes for Cancer Patients & Survivors Free for all cancer patients and

Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) A nutritional diagnostic therapy and counseling service held at SSM St. Joseph Health Center.

Available with a doctor’s order only. Registration: 636.949.9600 Info: 636.947.5163.

Free Mammogram Screenings SSM Health Care offers free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. 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.

Crisis Nursery Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. 24-hour helpline: 314.768.3201. Or 636.947.0600, www.crisisnurserykids.org

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. 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.

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

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.

1st Tuesday: Parkinson’s Support Group 1-2 p.m. at the Community Commons in Spencer Road Library. Info: Alicia Wildhaber at 636.926.3722.

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

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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

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

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Joe Morice

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Is Burlesque Back?

I once attended an Eddie Van Halen concert at the amphitheater in Bridgeton. A friend’s teenaged son I was looking after at the time wanted to go and I found myself in the front row seats. I’m unsure how that happened.

When my daughters were young, they were playing one of Eddie’s CD’s and it included a cut where he was doing a guitar solo. He was fantastic! Later my girls were watching him on MTV, and he bore no relation to that CD. The kid was a prodigy but it didn’t show. The prodigy had become a gyrating sex symbol.

It also didn’t show after he and his band fired up on the stage at that rock concert to any noticeable extent. Instead, it sounded like a huge train wreck with stacks of speakers that must have been heard on Mars. Instead of demonstrating his incredible talent, he was shirtless and jumping around as if fire ants had invaded his underwear. Five minutes later, I handed my youthful charge the car keys and hitchhiked home.

One of my daughters mentioned that a Rock Star, perhaps Eddie Van Halen, once commented to the effect that to become a star, one had to act the fool on stage. The music was secondary. After that experience, I believed it.

Even the country-western stars are now emulating that routine. The music doesn’t seem to be important anymore. Physical attributes on display and in motion now rule over musical talent. I have long since given up on the industry, or what it has become.

Recently, on one of Oprah Winfrey’s retirement extravaganzas, Lady Gaga performed. I had heard of her but I assumed she was just another scantily clad performer prostrating her body to the money Gods.

She was indeed scantily clad but instead, I watched an extremely talented group

of dancers performing a wellchoreographed, flawless dance routine that was nothing short of awesome.

I was impressed for the first time in years. After the performance was over, even Oprah was awestruck.

Some might ask, “What’s the difference between jumping around on the stage as against a real dance routine?” If they can’t see the difference, I feel sorry for them.

I was raised out in Nowhereville, Missouri. We had one radio station that played country music. My Dad would turn it off in disgust. He hated that drawling nasal twang that was popular at that time. Over the years, it morphed into countrywestern and decades of great music came alive. It was fun to listen to and in later years, TV showed videos of the performances.

The last decade, it went downhill. The c-w stars started emulating the rock-nroll stars who gyrated about to impress the current generation of musically challenged youth. The network stations that broadcast country-western probably have no watchers under the age of 30. The music is only secondary noise and has all the appeal of watching gnats swarm in the sunlight.

I appreciate the country-western stars’ dilemma when they give in to this burlesque. They’re good musicians and singers, but they are trapped into going along because those under-30 crowds are the ones who buy the records.

I remember Vince Gill sitting on a chair all by himself on a tiny stage in the middle of a large crowd singing “One More Last Chance” with a guitar solo as only Vince can do. He never stood up, shucked his shirt and emulated a jumping bean even once. It was wonderful.

Unfortunately, it’s only memory.

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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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