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Rising To The Occassion THERE’S NO DOUBT IN MY MIND THAT ST. CHARLES COUNTIANS CAN RISE TO THE OCCASION AND SHOW GREAT GENEROSITY AND CARING IN CHALLENGING TIMES. You’ve proven it these past few months, for sure. You have helped out, given back, healed, honored and sacrificed.

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Generosity has been helping this entire world get through a global pandemic, together. We’ve highlighted just a few samples of this in the Around Town section and in “Hometown Heroes,” as well as the story of one very appreciative non-profit organization, Crisis Nursery, which was amazed at the generosity of this community as their fundraising event went “virtual.” We also celebrate those heroes in our lives that happen to be our fathers. Of course, with Father’s Day upon us, we wanted to offer some ideas and inspiration for showing them our love and appreciation. Also highlighted in these pages are a few other inspiring gentleman…Brryan Jackson, John Brown and Bobby Strickland…you’ll definitely want to read about them.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2020

FEATURES 10 Generosity Goes "Virtual" Crisis Nursery Grateful for Virtual Support

12 A Message of Hope & Forgiveness Bryyan Jackson: Growing from Adversity

16 Celebrating Fathers Ideas to Show Dad Your Love

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22 Hometown Heroes Coming Together as a Community during COVID-19

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Around Town

Giving Back

Inspired By

22 Our Town 28 Local Limelight 32 Back Stage 34 Lifestyle Calendar

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GENEROSITY GOES "VIRTUAL" THE RAZZLE DAZZLE BALL IS THE BIGGEST FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR FOR CRISIS NURSERY, WHICH PROVIDES A SHORT-TERM SAFE HAVEN FOR CHILDREN WHOSE FAMILIES FACE AN EMERGENCY CAUSED BY ILLNESS, HOMELESSNESS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OR OVERWHELMING PARENTAL STRESS. This spring, the Razzle Dazzle Ball had to be cancelled, but their story offers the perfect example of the kind of people and businesses that make up St. Charles County… “When it was canceled, although we agreed it was the correct thing to do, we were heartbroken and worried. Our annual budget was counting on $320,000 from the Razzle Dazzle Ball to keep 1,200 children safe. Without the Razzle Dazzle Funds, we would have to reassess our plan for the year, and we were concerned that many children who needed the safety of the Crisis Nursery would have to be turned away. We did the only thing we could; we turned to our incredible supporters…the businesses, individuals, families, and groups that make up the Crisis Nursery Family. We said, “Please help if you can; the children need you.” And then magic happened. It started with the major sponsors, Centene, Edward Jones, and Emerson, who all said we could keep the sponsorship money for the children. Then we heard from the rest of the sponsors—all 21 of them – who all said they, too, believed in the mission of the Crisis Nursery, and they knew the money was crucial for staying open during this crisis. We had sold out the room—500 tickets, and we thought requests for refunds would begin to trickle in. But it never happened. Not one person requested a refund. But we knew that at least one-third of the money from Razzle Dazzle comes in on the night of the event: raffle tickets, silent auction, and the live auction. Every year, after our CEO, DiAnne Mueller,

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CRISIS NURSERY GRATEFUL FOR VIRTUAL SUPPORT

We d o n o t h a v e t h e w o r d s to adequately express how profoundly thankful we are for the support shown to the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery

talks about the Crisis Nursery…the video plays, and the emotion, the excitement, and the energy in the room take over, and people bid on items and donate to Sponsor a Child. How could we reach our goal without the atmosphere of a live event? Once again, our supporters came through. Between the online auction, the online raffle, and the online Sponsor a Child, we raised an incredible $123,000! In total, we raised over $340,000 from the Razzle Dazzle Ball! We are humbled and grateful, and completely awestruck, at the seemingly boundless generosity of Crisis Nursery supporters. We do not have the words to adequately express how profoundly thankful we are for the support shown to the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery.” These were the winners of the annual H.U.G.S. & K.I.S.S.E.S. Awards, normally presented at the Razzle Dazzle Ball: Karen & Sardon Wool: Couple of the Year Karen Evans: Woman of the Year Foundation of the Year: Youthbridge Community Foundation Community Partner of the Year: St. Peter’s United Church of Christ. Young Professional of the Year: Lisa Rose ARTICLE JUDY PETERS

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A Message of Hope & Fo r g i v e n e s s BRRYAN JACKSON: GROWING FROM ADVERSITY AND FINDING LIFE'S PASSION BRRYAN JACKSON HAS NO MEMORY OF HIS FATHER, BRIAN STEWART, PURPOSELY INJECTING HIM WITH A SYRINGE TAINTED WITH HIV-INFECTED BLOOD. That’s because he was 11 months old. It wasn’t until Brryan began having unexplained health issues—cuts that wouldn’t heal, severe asthma, mosquito bites that didn’t diminish, but rather grew—that his mother started seeking answers. He was hospitalized, yet no doctor could tell his mother what was wrong. Until they could. Brryan had HIV. He was given five months to live. In the years that followed, Brryan was bullied and tormented at school (he was called AIDS boy, gay boy), and kids refused to play with him or invite him to birthday parties. It was, by all accounts, a lonely life for a 10-year-old child. When he was 13, he tried to commit suicide. 12

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Brryan’s story could have ended there, but the reality was that it was just the beginning. He began counseling, deepened his faith in God, and was urged by friends to tell his story. From his diagnosis to now, it has been a 24-year journey, and by God’s grace, says Brryan (he changed his name to distance himself from his father, who is serving a life sentence in prison.), he has gone from taking almost 25 medications daily, (one of the medications resulted in an 80 percent hearing loss), a litany of shots and antibiotics, and being sent home to die, to just one pill and living AIDS-free. “He’s taken something that’s heinous and horrible and turned it into something positive,” Jennifer Jackson, Brryan’s mother, told the St. Louis Post Dispatch in an interview. From there, Brryan began speaking at high schools, and telling thousands of students his story. He talks openly about mental health, abstinence and safe sex, and about getting tested. He has spoken at churches, and testified at Congressional hearings. He is an AIDS activist and has been honored as People Magazine’s “Heroes Among Us.” In short, he is using his notoriety and taking what could have been a horrific event, into a message that is life-affirming and positive, all in the hope that it will help others. Which is why Brryan now dedicates his time to life- and legacy-coaching, and helping people achieve their goals. “I’m big on making the world a better place and visualizing how I can leave an impact,” he says. “It’s asking the question, ‘What’s the life you want to live? What do you want to leave behind?’” Brryan says quite often people just don’t know where to start. “The starting point is analyzing the path and building a vehicle for the future. It’s about helping them find their passion, and what their purpose is.” While the cliché may be, “Go big or go home,” Brryan

“When it comes to mental health, I

believes the opposite is true--that is, start small and go

t h i n k t h e r e’s a h u g e m i s c o n c e p t i o n

“I help people break down the practical steps so they

that we need to get these people to help. I think we need to allow people to be vulnerable because that t a ke s c o u r a g e . ”

big—at least when it comes to deriving your life’s purpose. realize they can do it by setting goals. The goals are out there, but we need to break down the process, and the process needs to be celebrated.” In essence, he says, it’s all about perspective, and getting people to mentally embrace what they have achieved, versus looking at how far they have to go. Another facet of Brryan’s coaching is focusing on mental health. Since his suicide attempt, he talks openly about CONTINUED >

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“ Fo r g i v e n e s s d o e s n o t m e a n fo r g e t t i n g . Fo r g i v e n e s s i s d e f i n i n g t h a t s i t u a t i o n fo r y o u . I t ’s n o t a b o u t t h e o t h e r p e r s o n . I h av e t o o p e r a t e w i t h o u t h av i n g a d a d . A n d I ’m o k ay w i t h t h a t , b u t h e s t i l l h a s t o a n s w e r fo r h i s a c t i o n s a n d i n c u r t h e c o n s e q u e n c e s . ”

having a healthy mind set, which is underscored by also paying attention to a person’s physical and spiritual health, as well. He admits that he still suffers from depression, and while he agrees the stigma of mental health is dimmer than it was in the ‘90s, he believes there is still a long way to go. “When it comes to mental health, I think there’s a huge misconception that we need to get these people to help. I think we need to allow people to be vulnerable because that takes courage. We need to be there to actively listen...and take pride when people are vulnerable with you because you are a safe place for them. If you’re not that safe place for them, is there one? This is a good starting point for people to come to the light and an opportunity for you to help them find the best resources for them.” On his website blog post, Brryan writes: You win people over by listening and giving them a safe place to express their wounds and success. To that point, he believes everyone should have a counselor, a therapist, or a mentor, in their life to talk toand get them the help that they need. Brryan has since forgiven his father, Missouri inmate no. 1018559, but says he doesn’t have a relationship with him. In fact, in 2016, he petitioned the Department of Corrections to keep his father behind bars, and will do so again next year, when his father is up for parole again. “Forgiveness does not mean forgetting. Forgiveness is defining that situation for you. It’s not about the other person. I have to operate without having a dad. And I’m okay with that, but he still has to answer for his actions and incur the consequences.” There is no doubt that Brryan’s story could have been a tragedy of Greek proportions, but he believes life is all about choices. “When tragedy happens, you can’t change that moment, but what you do next, is the most important decision you’ll make, because that will define you,” he says, adding, “we’re not limited by our circumstances, we’re limited by the choices we make.” For more information, visit BrryanJackson.com/. 14

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Celebrating Fathers IDEAS TO SHOW DAD YOUR LOVE

IT DOESN’T MATTER WHO MY FATHER

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Father’s Day is just around the corner, so

penne saute, and barbecue grilled salmon

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sandwiches, and sides. After a meal out on

events listed on Trip Savvy and some creative

the patio, take a paddleboat ride with your

ideas to show your dad just how important

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he is to you (you may need to check to make sure these events are still available.).

Take your dad to Pere Marquette Lodge in Grafton on Father’s Day for live music,

The Museum of Transportation in West

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St. Louis County is hosting its annual Father’s

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11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Father’s Day in the Upper

terrace with stunning river views. Father’s

Lot of the museum parking area. Hosted by

Day lunch at Pere Marquette is a good

the Horseless Carriage Club of Missouri,

chance to have some tastes from this craft

Cars With Class offers free admission to the

brewery that’s become a staple in the St.

show, where guests can browse dozens of

Louis-area beer scene. The beer garden is

classic cars, as well as the museum itself.

open from noon to 4 p.m. on Father’s Day. CONTINUED >

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Take your dad to the Biergarten at the Anheuser-

newspaper; lay out his clothes, bath towel, and mat; be

Busch Brewery for Father’s Day. The Biergarten is serving

host or hostess and serve him beverages and snacks;

from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and you and your dad can choose

clean up after him and anything else to give him the

from a full menu of A-B brews and hearty sandwiches and

royal treatment.

appetizers against a historic urban backdrop at the origi-

Memories of Dad – Buy a scrapbook, and create a

nal home of “The King of Beers.” After brunch, schedule a

record of memories about you and your dad. Include

tour of the brewery, including the Day Fresh, Beermaster,

photos of special outings, events, and holidays you’ve had

and the Horses and Heritage tours, all of which provide

together. Also include other memorabilia such as concert

an in-depth look at the process Anheuser-Busch uses in

or sporting event ticket stubs, postcards, and brochures.

brewing their many different varieties of beer.

Next to each photo or item, describe your memories of

Take a Mississippi River Cruise including a Father’s

those special times with him.

Day brunch. Catered by Grafton Oyster Bar, the brunch

A Man to Remember – Get your creative juices flowing,

includes local favorites like fried chicken, BBQ pork steak,

and write a poem for your dad. You don’t need to be a poet

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and what he means to you. Then print it on stationery,

open-air second level patio that affords views of the river

matte, and frame it.

bluffs, islands, and historic points of interest.

Musical Moment – Take your father to see his favor-

Video Surprise – Make a “World’s Best Dad” video

ite band or performing artist, head to a jazz or blues

he’ll treasure for years to come. Put on your brainstorm-

festival, or pack up some lawn chairs, and enjoy a local

ing cap for your own ideas, or try some of these ideas for

concert-in-the-park.

your video. Share special memories of your dad, sing to

Togetherness Takes Two – Has your dad been putting

him, read him a poem, or do skits. Get the whole family

off the dreaded task of cleaning out his attic, basement, or

involved and conduct interviews with each other with

garage? Give him a gift of shelving materials and brackets,

Dad as the main topic. Don’t forget your props such as a

wall racks and ceiling hooks, and storage crates. Then

banner or collection of his prized possessions, including

spend the day helping him to get it organized while catch-

sports trophies or equipment, to add a personal touch.

ing up on old times.

Most importantly, be sure to let him know just how much he means to you.

Sports Buff’s Surprise – Give your dad for a sporting good time. Throw around a baseball, play golf, tennis, or bas-

King for the Day – It isn’t every day your dad gets

ketball, go fishing, or enjoy a paddle around a lake. If being a

waited on hand and foot. So offer to be his loyal servant

spectator is more his thing, buy tickets to his favorite sporting

for the day. Bring him coffee and toast in bed; fetch his

event--a baseball or soccer game, boxing match, or auto race. CONTINUED >

IT DOESN’T MATTER WHO MY FATHER WAS; IT MATTERS WHO I REMEMBER HE WAS. — ANNE SEXTON

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Weekend Getaway – Get in touch with nature and each other on a camping trip for two. Either rough it in a tent or rent a minicabin at a state park. Spend your weekend hiking, sightseeing, fishing, boating, playing cards, and taking it easy together. Father’s Day Feast – As the old adage goes, the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. So treat dad to a mouth-watering barbecue. Fix him his favorite: steak, ribs, chicken, burgers, or chops for starters. Don’t forget the grilled potatoes or squash, garlic bread or rolls, fresh green beans or asparagus, sweet corn, potato salad, and last but not least, his favorite dessert. Treat Him Like a King – What better way to show your appreciation for all his hard work than to indulge him? Give your father a gift certificate for a professional massage, which will be sure to please. Take a Stroll – Enjoy a peaceful walk in the park or the country together. Better yet, gather your bikes or roller blades, hit a scenic bike path, and enjoy the fresh summer air. Certificates of Appreciation – Show Dad you appreciate his hard work by returning the favor. Make coupons that say: “In appreciation for all that you do, Dad. Redeem this certificate for a hassle-free car wash by me!” Other favors include sweeping out the garage, mowing the lawn, or any other task he usually handles. Catch a Flick…..or two – Treat your dad to a movie fest. Rent a couple newly released videos or some of his long time favorites. Or head to the cinemas for a double feature. Whether you take the movies in at home or the theater, don’t forget the hot, buttered popcorn, candy, beer or soft drinks. A Gift of Giving – Does your dad have a favorite cause or charity such as the Humane Society, the Nature Conservancy, or the American Cancer Society? If so, why not give him a membership or make a donation in his name? Remember, small donations add up and are always appreciated.

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EACH OTHER, TO SHARE, TO GIVE, TO HELP AND

COMING TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY DURING COVID-19

TO SUPPORT EACH OTHER OR WE CAN CHOOSE TO BE SELFISH, TO HOARD, TO LOOK AFTER ONLY OUR SELF. Indeed, it is difficulties that bring out our true colors. This is reminding us that after every difficulty, there is always ease. Life is cyclical, and this is just a phase in this great cycle. We do not need to panic; this too shall pass.” Bill Gates I thought this was a good quote and speaks to the spirit of St. Charles County residents and workers who pitched in during the coronavirus pandemic in a variety of ways. This is just a small sample of some of the projects, and caring, creative ideas generated during this challenging time. Thanking Our Healthcare Heroes: The St. Charles City Police and Fire departments came together in a show of support and solidarity to thank our health care heroes at SSM St. Joseph Hospital for their efforts to provide compassionate care to patients, especially those stricken with coronavirus. While respecting social distancing, uniformed police and firefighters, along with Mayor Dan Borgmeyer, gathered in an adjacent parking lot, with their emergency vehicles donning hanging banners with wellwishes and positive messaging for the caregivers. Also, the Cardinals and Blues organized a traveling pep rally (a CARE-avan) and did a tour around St. Louis, visiting SSM St. Joseph Hospital on April 26 “to spread cheer where our front-line heroes work and live.” NFL Cornerback Pierre Desir, a Francis Howell Central and Lindenwood University alum, wanted to use his resources to help our area during the coronavirus crisis. He donated 20,000 meals to the St. Louis area food bank. “During this time, I just 22

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Parade by Rise Up For Heroes at SSM

thought it was important to look for certain organizations

face masks. With the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre closed

that need help. I felt that with school out, I wanted to

during the pandemic, she wasn’t able to teach watercolor

make sure kids got the meals they would’ve gotten at

classes, but she found a way to put her talents as a seam-

school…and not go hungry,” says Pierre.

stress to great use. Shirley sewed by hand about 100

Inventor Forge MakerSpace, in the EDC Incubator,

homemade cloth masks. “Helping people, staying healthy

joined in the effort to make medical face shields for health-

and following the guidelines is important. I’ll pick up my

care workers. They used 3D printers to create PETG face

brushes later,” Shirley said.

shields for Mercy and BJC. The St. Charles City School District donated 200 PLA filaments, valued at $1,000, to

STAGES ‘GIVES BACK’ TO SUPPORTERS

Inventor Forge to aid in making the medical face shields.

In response to the pandemic, STAGES St. Louis chose

The St. Peters Cheer Committee was formed to let

to give back to the St. Louis community by making face

seniors who are receiving “Meals on Wheels” know that

masks and “Ear Saver” head bands. More than 250 face

the community is thinking of them. People were asked to

masks and 300 head bands were distributed to donors,

write a short note to a St. Peters senior. The Mayor Tom

local hospitals, and members of the STAGES family.

Brown Senior Center in St. Peters delivered the notes,

Working remotely and despite changes to the upcom-

children’s drawings and well wishes to the Center’s Meals

ing 2020 Season, it was their goal to give back to the

on Wheels clients.

CONTINUED >

Artist Shirley Nachtrieb put away her brushes and picked up needle and thread to help in the effort to provide

“ We can choose to cooperate and help each other, to share, to give, to help and to suppor t each other or we can choose to be selfish, to hoard, to look after only our self. Indeed, it is difficulties that bring out our true colors. This is reminding us that after ever y difficult y, there is always ease. Life is cyclical, and this is just a phase in this great cycle. We do Pierre Desir donated 20,000 meals.

not need to panic; this too shall pass.” Bill Gates CityLifestyle.com/StCharlesCounty

OUR TOWN (CONTINUED)

STAGES made face masks and headbands.

community that has supported the STAGES organization since their inaugural season in 1987. Under the leadership of Resident Costume Designer Brad Musgrove and Technical Director Josh Aune, the team constructed masks using remnants of STAGES costume fabric, so not only will they keep our community safe, but they also represent unique parts of STAGES history. Additionally, STAGES has contributed resources toward the construction of more than 300 “Ear Saver” head bands that were delivered to Mercy Hospitals, St. Louis University Hospital, Siteman Cancer Center, and Barnes Jewish Hospital. Designed and shared by 12-year old Quinn Callander, the device is placed on the back of the head and allows a face mask to be attached to it rather than the ears, removing the strain and irritation caused by long-term wear. A 3D printer owned by STAGES produced about 2500 and delivered to hospitals, fire departments and first responders. Several businesses at Streets of St. Charles have been working to help the community in a variety of ways. MOD ON TREND, a family-owned boutique there, is selling “Hometown Heroes” t-shirts on their website, ModOnTrend.com, with profits donated to provide meals for St. Louis healthcare workers. All of the food is sourced from local restaurants as another way to keep our community strong. YogaSix St. Charles offered free daily Facebook live yoga classes and free access to Y6GO, their virtual yoga portal offering classes on demand. They also had their members nominate friends and family who would benefit from a free virtual membership. “We are happy to share that many community members received the benefits of yoga at no cost. It is the least we could do for our community.” During the pandemic, Pieology has been serving free meals to front-line workers at our local hospitals, grocery stores, police and fire stations, 24

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stating that “giving back is at the heart of Pieology and

between April 15 - April 22 and to consider making a

together, we’ll get through the COVID-19 pandemic that

monetary donation. With more than 30 volunteers, STAT

has shifted the lives of so many.”

has supported over 40 local restaurants and served hun-

St. Charles All Together (STAT) is a collaboration

dreds of healthcare workers.

between local civic and community leaders and organiza-

Rendezvous Café and Wine Bar was presented

tions to raise money from individuals and businesses with the

with a check from John and Elizabeth Eise in memory

purpose of supporting locally-owned restaurants to feed local

of Doris Mathes. Doris‘s family requested that instead

hospital workers. They set a goal to raise a minimum of $112,

of flowers they make a donation to a small business

500 in order to keep our local restaurants supported while

struggling due to the coronavirus. “This is just another

feeding 250 hospital workers for 45 days. It launched April

great instance of the spirit of people helping people

15th with food deliveries between April 20th and May 31st.

during these times and how the community rallies

People were asked to join the Facebook group,

around each other,” said owner Stephanie Tompkins.

Facebook.com/groups/stcharlesalltogether, and invite

“Another example of that is Stephanie Burkemper, who

their family, friends and neighbors to join by adding

made masks and gathered donations for them, then

a STAT “frame” around their Facebook profile picture

passed the checks out to local restaurants!” CONTINUED >

Several businesses at Streets of St. Charles pitched in

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OUR TOWN (CONTINUED)

Stephanie Burkemper made masks to earn money for local restaurant owners.

Nike Air was transformed to help healthcare workers. Nike’s innovation, manufacturing and product teams came together to provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the form of fullface shields and powered, air-purifying respirator (PAPR) lenses to protect against the coronavirus. Nike’s version of the full-face shield transformed elements of the brand’s footwear and apparel into much-needed PPE. Collar padding once destined for shoes was repurposed; cords originally earmarked for apparel reconsidered; and, most important, the TPU component of a Nike signature—the Nike Air soles—reimagined. The three parts of the full-face shield came together in a streamlined nine-step process. This was formalized through a collaborative effort between Nike’s Innovation teams and manufacturing groups at Nike’s Air Manufacturing Innovation (Air MI) facilNike produced full-face shields

ities in Oregon and Missouri. Simultaneously, TPU was employed to create new lenses for PAPR helmets. This equipment is used in situations with the most airborne pathogen exposure and is essential to the most critical procedures and care of infected patients. Nike’s PAPR lenses take the same TPU as the face masks and have welded segments to fit the specifications of PAPR helmets. Nike’s St. Charles County facility has decades of experience in designing, developing and manufacturing an extensive range of TPU-based products. EMPLOYEE

APPRECIATION

DAY

SHOWS

COMMUNITY SPIRIT Al Kertz, who has owned Pantera’s Pizza in O’Fallon for 39 years, decided to host an Employee Appreciation Day. He says it’s something he had wanted to do for a while, and when the coronavirus forced him to cut back his workers’ hours, he decided it was time. Kertz announced to the public that he’d give his employees 50 percent of the store’s proceeds on April 1st. 26

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What happened was more than he ever expected! The

community

responded,

making

employees and others mailed checks for Pantera’s Pizza

Pantera’s

employees. Other community members, who couldn’t get

Employee Appreciation Day the largest sales day in

through on April 1 because of the heavy volume, called the

the history of the pizza shop.

next day; their orders were added to the employees’ split-pot.

“It got to a point where we could hardly handle any more orders. Some were told the wait was two-three

“I found out when tough times come, the community goes to bat for us,” says Kertz.

hours, and some people would come back two hours

He didn’t disclose the final amount raised for his

later to order. If that doesn’t show you the power of com-

employees, but Kertz did say the community gave an

munity, nothing does.”

additional $2,600 in cash tips that went directly to his

One organization, Timmy’s Mountain, ordered 100 pizzas and delivered them to local hospital workers. Former

workers. He said he’s lucky to be part of this industry and this community during these challenging times.

“I found out when tough times come, the communit y goes t o b a t f o r u s ,” says K er t z , owner of P a n t e r a ’s P i z z a .

Pantera's gave 50% sales to employees.

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LOCAL LIMELIGHT

ARTICLE RENEE MOORE

MISSOURI'S PA S T 2 0 0 Y E A R S 28

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MISSOURI

HISTORY

ENTHUSIAST,

KTVI-CHANNEL

ANCHOR JOHN BROWN, TALKS ABOUT HIS NEWEST BOOK, MISSOURI – AN ILLUSTRATED TIMELINE. John was also recently awarded “Best News Anchor” in Missouri by the Missouri Broadcasters Association. While the book offers a historical retrospective, it’s far from a typical history book. John covers Missouri’s past 200 years in a way that is both educational and entertaining for every generation and generations to come. The book is available at https://missourilegends.com. WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION FOR THE BOOK? Missouri’s 200th anniversary is next year, on August 10, 2021. It’s going to be such a big deal for the state of Missouri. I thought, “What kind of book will get people excited about the 200th anniversary of our statehood?” I’m hoping people read this and feel the same level of excitement that I do as we approach 2021. WHAT DID YOU LEARN IN WRITING THIS BOOK? We tend to compartmentalize history and say, “Well, that happened, and that was the only thing happening.” But when events are placed on a timeline, you realize several important things happened in the same time period. While Jesse James was robbing people in mid-Missouri, 150 miles away in St. Louis, Washington University and St. Louis University were developing highly respected scientific institutions with medical schools and hospitals. In 20 or 30 years from now, we’ll think back about this time with the pandemic and assume everyone was just stuck at their home, not talking, not doing anything. But things are happening. We just don’t know about them yet. There are people at home working on the next great invention. HOW DID YOU BECOME A HISTORY EXPERT? I’m not an expert. I’m just interested. I’ve lived in 20 different towns all over Missouri before I graduated from college. I’ve gotten to know the

ST. LOUIS TV ANCHOR & AUTHOR JOHN BROWN PUBLISHES NEW BOOK

people. It’s a rather unusual way to learn history. But it worked for me because I understand what makes each of the different areas so unique. That’s important to me because I had to fight to get my book, Missouri Legends, published about ten years ago. They said nobody wanted to read about famous Missourians. That book became a big success. The message of that book is...it doesn’t matter what town you are from, people from all over Missouri have found success and you can, too. FAVORITE ROAD TRIP IN MISSOURI? I can’t drive between here and Springfield without saying, “Let’s get off and look at Devil’s Bend.” My wife and I just took our girls to the Lake of the Ozarks the slow way – through the wine country. It took us 12 hours. CityLifestyle.com/StCharlesCounty

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BACK STAGE

The Leader of The Band

ARTICLE CINDY O'HARA PHOTOGRAPHY JANET WATKINS

MUSIC HAS ALWAYS BEEN A PART OF BOBBY

he has balanced working for the Catholic school, while

STRICKLAND’S LIFE. To hear him tell it, he could sing

playing with local band Campus Drive.

before he could talk. It would then be safe to say that music captured Bobby’s heart at an early age, and never let go. “Much of what I do is what I learned from growing up in a musical household,” Bobby says. “Everyone either played an instrument or sang in our house.”

The last two years, Bobby says, has been about making up for lost time by playing and singing as much as possible. Since the coronavirus essentially shut down the state, and Campus Drive has been on hiatus, Bobby has been

It would take years, however, (he’s done everything from

working at growing as a writer (“It’s interesting to get

fast food jobs to a delivery driver for Harley Davidson) for

what’s going on in my head onto paper”), but he admits

Bobby to turn his passion into a full-time career.

this part of the music process is more difficult than he

“For a while, music was a side gig. I didn’t focus on doing anything of my own except playing with friends.” It wasn’t until he quit his day job at the airlines and moved to Washington, MO for a year with his wife, that he got down to what he really wanted to do with his life. When he moved back to St. Charles in 2018, he started volunteering under the then-band director at his grade school alma mater, the Academy of the Sacred

imagined it would be. “Many times, for me, the music comes first as far as the ideas go. I start with the jam tracks and the lyrics come to me within that process.” By fall, Bobby says he will be releasing five-tracks for public consumption, something he’s never done before. “It’s very much a ‘hey world, this is me and what I’m doing with music,’” he says. “Music is what’s kept me going. I’m blessed to be able

Heart. When the position became available full-time,

to get to a level where I can know myself as an artist.”

Bobby took over the program. For the last two years,

For more information, visit BobbyStricklandMusic.com.

STRICKLAND FOSTERS LOVE OF MUSIC IN STUDENTS, GETS IN TOUCH WITH HIS PASSION

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JUNE

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

S OME OF THESE EVENTS MAY HAVE BEEN CANCELLED OR RESCHEDULED...PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITES FOR UPDATED INFORMATION.

vineyards, or stay the night at Staple

Cottleville will have their Pop-Up

View Manor. For more informa-

Market on Saturday, June 20 from

tion: MckelveyVineyards.com/.

10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. There will be local designers, artisans and

makers on hand selling their items

BEALE STREET CONCERT SERIES

kids can feed.

in our gardens along with our resident goats and chickens that the

Streets of St. Charles

The Free Beale Street Concert

CIRCUS HARMONY SUMMER CAMPS

Series, held the 2nd Wednesday of each month through October, 6-8

20 JUNE TOUR & PATIO LUNCH

City Museum-Online

p.m., is scheduled to kick off July 8.

You can run away and join the

Food and beverages provided by the

circus...without leaving home this

wonderful restaurants at Streets of

Looking for a day trip to the coun-

summer.

St. Charles. Bring a lawn chair and

try? McKelvey Vineyards has you

enjoy the show.

covered--with a monthly property/

Circus

Harmony,

the

famed circus school based at City

house tour, tasting, and lunch, 11:00

Museum, is offering online circus camps for children and adults, June 1-August 7. Cost varies, see website: CircusHarmony.org/summer/.

5 I LOVE MOVIES TRIVIA NIGHT

McKelvey Vineyards-New Haven, MO

a.m. - 2:00 p.m. For more informa-

FOOD TRUCKS AT FRONTIER PARK

JUL 20-26

Frontier Park-St. Charles

Enjoy live entertainment as you indulge in a variety of delicious food options from food truck vendors.

tion: MckelveyVineyards.com/.

MUNY REOPENS WITH CHICAGO The Muny

Centene Center for the Arts

Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Some

CHICAGO,

Cinema St. Louis hosts its 17th

trucks may be cash only. Alcoholic

claimed musical about fame, fortune

Annual "I Love Movies" Trivia Night,

beverages or glass containers can-

and justice features the story of how

a fundraising event for the organi-

not be brought into the event, cool-

two icon-victs become jazz age

zation. Prize baskets awarded for

ers are subject to be checked at the

celebrities. Set during the Prohibition

1st, 2nd, 3rd, and last places, door

entrance. Local laws prohibit domes-

era, this six-time Tony Award-winner,

prizes, a movie-themed silent auc-

ticated animals, except service ani-

the longest-running American musi-

tion, and a 50/50 raffle. Guests are

mals. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

cal in Broadway history, includes

welcome to bring their own beverages and food. Beer, wine, and soda will be available for a modest donation, with complimentary water and popcorn. CinemaStLouis.org /i-love-movies-trivia-night

the

show-stopping

17 MUSIC ON MAIN KICKS OFF SEASON

“Cell

internationally-ac-

standards

Block

Tango,”

such “Mister

Cellophane” and the notorious “All That Jazz.”

North Main Street - St. Charles

Music on Main plans to kick off its

LIVE MUSIC AT MCKELVEY VINEYARDS

in St. Charles. 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

season with the Jeremiah Johnson Band June 17th, on North Main Street

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Live music by Just Us Duo among the rolling hills of the Missouri River Valley, along with impeccably crafted wines. It doesn’t get any better than that! Enjoy the music, 2-5 p.m., with a wine flight and walk through the 34

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