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By Brett Auten What you are holding in your hands is the end result of many things. Were it not for dogged determination and a splash of serendipity, this newspaper, the longest running weekly in the St. Louis metropolitan area, would not be here again this week stronger than ever. The Community News turned 95-years-old on Jan. 1, 2016. Once it gained its footing, the Community News and Huneke Publications, with a pledge to hyper-local coverage on all types of subjects, events, festivals and features, has blossomed into a weekly newspaper in both St. Louis and St. Charles Counties and two news magazines; Crossroads Magazine in Lake St. Louis, O’Fallon, Wentzville and Lincoln County and St. Louis County’s Our Town Magazine. Buoyed by both newsstand and online publications, the longtime-member of the Missouri Press Association and National Press Association, with a combined circulation of 58,000, is doing more than simply surviving heading into 2016. For Bob Huneke Jr., the third-generation owner who never had aspirations to get into the unnerving world of publishing, it has been an arduous but fun and rewarding road from the first office at 14th and Cass Avenue in St. Louis to Bryan Road in O’Fallon. Here is a brief peak at our history. Getting started: With a love of the printed word, Harry Huneke Sr.

launched the newspaper out of a small office at 14th Street and Cass Avenue in 1921. Through the 1930s, 40s and 50s, the Community News eventually set up shop at Grand and West Florissant and became the largest weekly newspaper in North County. It became so popular that it spawned copycat papers in Overland, South County, West County and St. Charles County. Robert Huneke Sr. took over in 1961 and he, Charles Bockskopf and Ilene Willis held the paper together for decades. With the boon of competition, the Community News endured some difficult times in the late 1970s and 1980s. Huneke Jr. meanwhile had been living in Michigan working outside of the publishing business. But all that changed in the 1990s when he returned to St. Louis. With his father’s health growing worse and Huneke Jr’s frustration with corporate life, he decided to purchase the newspaper from Huneke, Sr. “The paper was is very bad shape, but after being burned twice in the corporate world, I wanted to do my own thing. I didn’t know what I was getting into. After a couple of years of very hard work and some modest success we had made some progress but were deep in debt. It was a hard sell going up against the (Suburban) Journals but I was too naïve and too stuck to give up. I felt like Charles Lindbergh half way across the Atlantic, it was too late to turn back and I could not

land. I had to keep going. Thanks to our dedicated hard working employees, and with the support of my wife Donna, we brought the business into a safe landing.” Then and beyond: The paper looked beyond its front doorstep and the scope widened to include more regional news and an eventual game changer. Like social media on paper or a bulletin board for the public, the ‘What’s Happening’ section launched and like a small pebble rolling down a hill, began to gain momentum. Content-wise, the paper consisted mostly of informational excerpts. But ‘What’s Happening’, with its simple listings of everything from church fish fries, support group times, club meeting times, began to grow a consistent and eager audience. “The other guys wouldn’t run it,” Huneke said. “They thought it was not newsworthy. The only place that would run it was the Community News and we kept doing it more and more.” The paper was still up against formidable odds with the competition printing and throwing hundreds of thousands of papers every week and there was no way Huneke could match it. In the late 1990s, the Community News began sprouting up in newsstands at all of the major local grocery chains in Bridgeton, Hazelwood, and on Main Street in St. Charles. This was when O’Fallon was See 95TH YEAR page 2

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starting to bubble with its population growth. City leaders approached Huneke about including the area in the paper’s coverage and soon a satellite office and a second paper was established. The two-times a month O’Fallon paper soon grew into a weekly and in 2008 Huneke split the coverage into regions with a St. Louis County and St. Charles County edition and invested into the newsstandonly method of distribution. “I realized that if I put my papers in newsstands, and nobody picked them up, I knew that I would be wasting my time,” Huneke said. “But to my pleasant surprise, they all got picked up, week after week, and advertisers began to report better results all because of the power of newsstands.” As the rise of the Internet had adverse effects for the industry, Huneke and the Community News held steadfast by harnessing the power of the Internet instead of competing with it. In addition to the virtual newsstand on the Internet, the publications are distributed at over 650 convenient locations across three counties, locations that include every major chain supermarket; every Dierbergs, Schnucks, Shop N Save and most Walmarts. “I’m grateful for the workforce that we have,” Huneke said. “Part of the spirit that we have is that we feel like Community News is a great place to work. We have better content than ever. We’re getting picked up every week. More people are returning to that grassroots, hyper-local news. The printed word is still the most comprehensive, most powerful way to communicate the news to the human race. We have a good thing going here. News will never go out of style.”

Florissant announces Christmas tree disposal program The city of Florissant announces that Meridian Waste Services will once again offer the “Christmas Tree Disposal” program to Florissant residents having real Christmas trees. The program will include curbside pick-up of real Christmas trees during the holiday season and go through the month of January. Meridian Waste Services will be providing this service free of charge to any Florissant resident regardless of their having weekly yard waste service. Any Florissant resident wishing to take advantage of this free service must place their tree at their curb on the day of the week that yard waste pick-up is normally provided in their neighborhood. Trees must be free of all contaminants, such as garland, tinsel, lights and ornaments. For additional information or questions, call Florissant City Hall at 314-921-5700 or Meridian Waste Services at 314-291-3131.

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Letter to the editor The day I got rid of wigs By Charlotte R. Beard

In the summer of 2013 I was looking through a packet of advertisements and coupons. There was an advertisement of one or two balding women that caught my eye and it made me stop. The ad caught my attention because for the past six years I had endured an ordeal that left me with some permanent hair loss. October 2013, I finally decided to pull out the ad and dial the number for a private appointment. On the day that I walked into this place called the House of Raw Elegance, I knew this was not “just a beauty shop” this was a business. I was escorted to the private room. That’s when I met the owner—Ms. Sherri Thomas. Sherri Thomas She was very down to earth, despite the number of certifications I saw on her wall. I wanted to do away with wigs and wear a closure for my bald area. Sherri gave me all the information I needed and she allowed me to ask my questions. This business woman is well educated in the services she provides. During the course of my visits I have learned that she was at one point living in Europe modeling. When she returned to the states she got her cosmetology license in 1993. While attending cosmetology school, Sherri met someone who mentioned

going to London to study theatrical wig-making. Ms. Sherri Thomas was inspired to add to her skills; she headed to the Wig Academy in London to become a Wig Master. She completed her certification in 1994. And of course, I get to benefit from the certification she received later in California for hair replacement. At one point during her hair care career, she was working full time at home while sick with cancer. She doesn’t just do this as a business, she can actually identify with the women she helps. She’s certified and keeps getting educated in areas of her work. Since the time I’ve been going to her she has obtained certification in Atlanta to accept insurance for her clients’ who have medical reasons for hair replacement. I have to say it’s not surprising that Ms. Sherri Thomas is in this particular field of work. During a conversation she and I had once I discovered that from the time Sherri was 11 years old until she turned 19 years old she could be found doing the hair of her cousins and some of the little girls in her neighborhood. That was before she went off to pursue modeling. It looks like she came full circle.

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Red Cross provides assistance across Missouri The American Red Cross launched a massive relief response across major portions of Missouri and adjoining states following heavy rainstorms and flooding in recent days. Red Cross volunteers have opened shelters to provide a place to sleep, food and medical needs for all persons displaced due to the effects of the current weather. Eastern Missouri shelters are operating in Arnold, Pacific, St. Robert, St. Charles, and Cape Girardeau in Missouri, and Bethalto and Granite City in Illinois. Red Cross officials are assessing the evolving needs and will determine if additional shelters will be needed. “Red Cross disaster workers have been helping people affected by these storms since before Christmas and will continue to help them as long as needed,” said Cindy Erickson, Regional CEO, Red Cross of Eastern Missouri. “We ask everyone to remember these families who have lost everything and had their holiday celebrations tragically interrupted. Please give to Red Cross Disaster Relief. We depend on generous financial donations to provide comfort and hope to people in need.” Red Cross disaster assessment teams will be checking the extent of damage once the flood waters have receded to allow safe passage into the affected areas. The Red Cross volunteers will also be distributing comfort kits and clean-up supplies, and meeting with those affected to help them plan their next steps in the recovery process. Flooding is expected to continue affecting people. People should never drive through standing water. Continue to monitor local radio and television for updated weather reports. Download the free Red Cross Emergency App. Text GETEMERGENCY to 90999; search “Red Cross Emergency” in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, or go to redcross.org/apps. The Red Cross will be helping people affected for weeks and months to come, while at the same time responding to other emergencies, including helping people whose homes are destroyed by fires. The Red Cross responds to nearly 70,000 disasters each year in the United States – the vast majority of which are home fires. People can help by donating to Red Cross Disaster Relief to support disasters big and small by visiting redcross.org, calling 1-800RED CROSS or texting the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

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St. Louis Rams players perform ‘Random Act of Kindness’ in Hazelwood

Photo courtesy city of Hazelwood A partnership with Verizon Wireless, AllState and 101ESPN, St. Louis Rams players paid a visit to the Hazelwood Police Department and presented generous donations to its Domestic Violence/Crime Victims’ Unit. (From left to right) former Rams defensive tackle D’Marco Farr, HPD’s Domestic Violence/Crime Victims’ Coordinator Heather Berding, Rams cornerback E.J. Gaines, and Rams linebacker James Laurinitis.

In partnership with Verizon Wireless, AllState and 101ESPN, the St. Louis Rams participated in a “Random Acts of Kindness” program this holiday season. St. Louis Rams linebacker James Laurinitis, cornerback E.J. Gaines, and former defensive tackle D’Marco Farr paid a visit to the Hazelwood Police Department bearing gifts for its Crime Victims Unit. They presented a collection of gift cards and personal care items for women and children to HPD’s Domestic Violence/Crime Victims’ Unit Coordinator Heather Berding. “We are so thankful to be a ‘Random Acts of Kindness’ recipient chosen by Verizon Wireless, St. Louis Rams, AllState and 101ESPN. The generous donations they presented to us will help us provide a smooth transition for women and their children who need to be placed in a safe

environment after becoming victims of domestic violence. Some of them are forced to leave their living situation with just the clothes on their back and not much else. The gift cards and personal care items will help us offer them some necessities as they start a new direction in life.” Over the years, HPD’s Domestic Violence/ Crime Victims’ Unit has grown and developed into one of the best in the St. Louis region. It has been recognized as a model for other local, county and state police departments, as well as federal agencies to emulate. Services have been provided to over 4,000 victims, in addition to the countless children who were also affected. Another fact that makes the HPD stand out from the crowd relates to it being one of only two jurisdictions that issue Orders of Protection after hours for any resident of St. Louis County.

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As the Department of Defense prepares to open the last remaining combat roles to women Jan. 2, the Missouri National Guard is making plans to build upon previous female Guardsmen successes. Women in the Missouri National Guard have a rich tradition of success while serving in combat, said Maj. Gen. Steve Danner, Adjutant General of the Missouri National Guard. “Our female Guardsmen are an integral part of our command,” said Danner. “In the past 14 years of war in Afghanistan and Iraq, Submitted photo they have served alongside their male counterparts in almost every mission.” Maj. Gen. Steve Danner, the adjutant general of the Missouri National Guard, Danner said hundreds of women from the congratulates Col. Sharon Martin during her promotion ceremony July 11, Missouri Guard have deployed to Iraq and 2014 at the Ike Skelton Training Site in Jefferson City, Missouri. Martin was named commander of the 110th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade in October Afghanistan since 9/11. 2015 and is the Show-Me State’s first female line unit brigade commander. “Women in the Missouri National Guard have flown combat missions, provided security, performance.” conducted critical resupply for our troops and Similar to the U.S. military national average of a whole host of other dangerous missions,” said 15 percent, women also make up approximately Danner. “We are excited about finally being able 15 percent of the Missouri Guard. to offer them more opportunities.” As a way to improve female recruitment, retenContinuing a growing line of female leaders, tion and professional development, in 2014 the the Missouri National Guard recently added two Missouri Guard implemented a female mentoring more senior female officers into critical leadership program led by the state’s most senior warrant ofroles and created a women’s mentoring program ficer, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Michelle Struemph. to ensure they help develop younger women in As the state command chief warrant officer, she is the ranks, said Danner. a senior advisor to the Adjutant General. “Col. Sharon Martin was named commander Struemph has organized a team of senior womof the 110th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade in en to mentor younger women in the ranks. October,” said Danner. “Having commanded the “We recently hosted a seminar called ‘Unlock70th Troop Command and serving as Missouri’s ing your Potential’ to assist women in setting both second female brigade commander, Col. Martin personal and career goals, then making the apis now the Show-Me State’s first female line unit propriate decisions to achieve these goals,” said brigade commander.” Struemph. “As a Soldier, wife and mother, I underThe 110th MEB includes infantry and artillery stand the difficulties of balancing your career and units, both of which will open remaining military personal life. Being able to help younger women occupational specialties to women at the begin- navigate these challenges is gratifying.” ning of 2016. Struemph said the mentoring program fits well “Col. Martin is the right leader at the right time,” with the adjutant general’s strategic goals for the said Danner. “As a military police officer, she has Missouri Guard. led troops overseas in Kosovo in 2009 and Qatar “Empowerment is one of the three strategic in 2011. She was the deputy task force commander goals, which also includes personnel readiness during the civil unrest in Ferguson in 2014. She and responsible resource management,” said has a proven track record of outstanding leader- Struemph. “Empowering our female Soldiers and ship during stressful times.” Airmen allows us to take advantage of their diLt. Col. Grace Link was appointed the Missouri verse experiences and capabilities; it will pay longAir National Guard’s director of staff in Novem- term dividends for our organization.” ber, the second woman to hold the position of The proof is in the numbers, said Maj. Deborah leading the Air Guard in day-to-day operations, Smith, the state equal employment manager for said Danner. the Missouri Guard. “As a civil engineer, Lt. Col. Link is a no-non“We have seen our diversity numbers hold sense, technical expert,” said Danner. “Coupled steady from last year’s gains,” said Smith. “Our with her proven leadership ability and her vision biggest improvement came as women and minorfor the future, she’s an excellent choice for the job. ity men continue to rise in the ranks of the MisIn addition, she has a variety of real-world experi- souri Guard. In addition, our leadership is making ence in deployments to Cuba, El Salvador, Latvia concerted efforts to increase the diversity of new and Panama.” recruits joining the ranks.” The Missouri Army National Guard has more The Missouri Guard is at an historic all-time than 600 positions in infantry and artillery units, high in personnel readiness, added Boyle. which will be made available to women in Janu“Because of our personnel readiness success, we ary. All Missouri Air National Guard units have gained more than 500 new full-time and part-time Air Force positions available to women. jobs with new transportation and military police Over the past year, Missouri Army National units coming into state,” said Boyle. “We will conGuard leadership has made solid plans to inte- tinue to look for ways to maximize our footprint grate women into previously restricted positions, in diverse communities and locations around said Col. Dave Boyle, Missouri National Guard’s Missouri.” director of the joint staff. With the numerous changes currently taking “Assigning female officers and NCOs in advance place in the military, Danner is optimistic about of new recruits, we are using a systematic approach the future of Missouri’s more than 11,800 dedito ensure a smooth integration,” said Boyle. cated Citizen Soldiers and Airmen. Boyle pointed out leaders are assigned jobs “It’s never been a better time to belong to the based on ability and demonstrated performance, Missouri National Guard,” said Danner. “I have not gender. no doubt we are on the right side of history with “We do not have quotas in the Missouri Nation- equal opportunity for all. The full integration of al Guard. Women must meet the same standard as our forces is the right thing to do. Women have men in the unit,” said Boyle. “That said, we don’t shown great courage and sacrifice. We simply need quotas. Females across the Missouri Nation- could not, and cannot, accomplish the mission al Guard have a long history of exceptionally high without them.”

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City of Hazelwood carries on tradition of annual tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Photo courtesy city of Hazelwood For the past 14 years, the city of Hazelwood’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Tribute has ended with a special memorial candlelighting ceremony honoring his legacy as a civil rights leader. Audience members pass the flame of hope to each other until the whole room lights up with hundreds of lit candles.

The city of Hazelwood’s Community Enrichment Commission will be hosting its 14th Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Jan. 17. This event will be held at Civic Center East, 8969 Dunn Road. Admission is free and open to the public. The starting time is 7 p.m. This year’s program will feature KMOV-TV ”News for This Morning” Anchor Andre Hepkins as the keynote speaker. Other guest speakers include the Reverend Adrienne Denson and Mayor Matthew Robinson. The music will be performed by the McGeeBay Sisters, Felicia Ezell and the Jury Elementary School choir, which is part of the Hazelwood School District. To remind everyone that Dr. King’s dream belongs to us all, a special candlelighting ceremony will be held at the end of the program to honor his legacy. Refreshments will be served afterwards. For more information, contact the Community Enrichment Commission at 314-731-0980.

Service club holds annual Founder's Day Awards Program The St. Louis Page Park Y der segregation. Locked out be- Year. Da’Jona “Blu” Bray, a sixService Club International of cause of their skin color... In this teen-year-old junior at Vashon the Monsanto Family YMCA Christmas Season, we should High School, was named the held their 7th Annual Christ- not forget that after His birth in Monsanto Family YMCA’s mas Dinner and Founder’s Day a manger, Jesus was a refugee, Youth of the Year. Steven Roberts was Awards Program on born and raised in the Dec. 18 at the YMCA’s city of St. Louis. He O’Fallon Park Recreholds a Bachelor of Sciation Complex. The eveence in Psychology and ning’s keynote speaker Communication Studwas Steven Roberts II ies from the University who spoke on the topic of Miami and received of leadership in a time of his law degree from the uncertainty. Pepperdine University Roberts praised the of Law. After graduatleadership he sees in the ing from law school, St. Louis Page Park Y he served as in-house Service Club and comcounsel for AP Wireless mended the group for, Infrastructure Partners, “eliminating negative LLC. Steven returned influences by banning to St. Louis to serve the gangs such as the Boys community as a prosof Destruction. Through Submitted photo ecutor in the city of St. your efforts, boys and girls have opportunities Keynote speaker was Steven Roberts II stands with his mother, Dr. Eva Louis Circuit Attorney’s Frazer. Office. He was a member to pursue their dreams in dance, sports, and education fleeing into Egypt with his par- of the felony Armed Offender through tutoring and scholar- ents from the threat of Roman Unit which was begun to comship.” violence. As the scriptures have bat escalating gun violence. He In his remarks, Roberts took taught us, He said to care for the participated in the prosecution to task those fostering fear and stranger on the Jericho Road, of hundreds of cases ranging from minor weapons offenses to trying to “divide us from one an- not spurn and scorn him.” other.” He referenced today’s ref“We must speak forcefully homicides. He is a member of the Misugee crisis and fear mongering against those who would mindto struggles of his own ances- lessly impose a religious test for souri Bar and U.S. District tors, “My grandparents who are entry into the U.S. and those Court for the Eastern District of second generation St. Louisans who call for closing down Missouri. In 2015, Steven Roband their ancestors grew up un- Mosques or cracking down on erts was honored for communiplaces where Muslims gather ty service by the North County peacefully. America will not de- Community Outreach Center. feat terrorism by dividing one He is a member of the Mound City Bar Association and serves from another,” Roberts said. Following his remarks, Rich- as the founder and president ard K. Gaines, Owner and Pres- of the St. Louis chapter of the ident of Richard K. Gaines, Inc., National Black Prosecutor’s Asone of the larger African-Amer- sociation. Roberts is also a canican owned commercial insur- didate for the Democratic nomance firms in the United States, ination for State Representative was named Volunteer of the in the 77th District of St. Louis.

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Standard Brewing Company adds seasoned local chef Standard Brewing Company, a microbrewery and restaurant in Maryland Heights, is pleased to announce that Wade Waller has been named its new executive chef, with a new menu coming out on Jan. 5. Waller comes to Standard Brewing Company with more than 20 years of experience in the restaurant industry and will manage Standard Brewing Company’s culinary program, building a diverse, beerfocused menu. Waller, born and raised in Southern Illinois, most recently worked as executive chef at Zydeco Blues in Des Peres where he was integral in the restaurant’s menu development. Prior to that he served as executive chef at Eleven Eleven Mississippi and Vin de Set in St. Louis and as sous chef at Cleveland-Heath in Edwardsville, Ill. “I believe great beer is not just for drinking,” said chef Waller. “And, as an avid homebrewer, I’m thrilled to build a diverse menu that reflects that belief.” “We’re happy to have chef Submitted photo Waller in charge of our restaurant operations,” said Jeff Harlan, Wade Waller has been named new executive chef of Standard Brewing Company in Maryland Heights. general manager, Standard Brewing Company. “Head Brewer Jeff Jones and I know ery and we can’t wait for everyone to welcome him he’ll bring a ton of talent and energy to our brew- and to taste his beer focused creations.”

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Ritenour schools collect more than 23,500 food items for families Ritenour students and staff members made the holiday season happier for families in need throughout the district after collecting more than 23,501 nonperishable food items and turkeys. On Nov. 23, members of the police and public works departments from municipalities throughout the Ritenour School District packed their trucks and flatbeds with hundreds of boxes of food from Ritenour schools and brought them to the Ritenour Co-Care food pantry in New Horizons Presbyterian Church in Overland. Schools collected nonperishable food and money to purchase turkeys and other holiday foods throughout November for families within their schools who are served by Ritenour Co-Care and the Joint Police Chiefs Christmas Basket Program, which is organized by police chiefs from every police department in the district. In October, Ritenour Co-Care served 1,525 people who live within the Ritenour School District. Rev. Marsha Brown, who leads the organization, said the needs continue to grow in the community. “Each month, we get about 100 more people who need to be served,” said Brown. Ken Crowder started this district-wide food collection for CoCare in 1982 as part of a class project when he was a teacher at Ritenour Middle School. That year, the district collected 2,000 cans that Crowder hauled in his own truck to an alley garage that had no heat. Crowder, who has since retired from the district, continues to be fully vested in this project as president of the Overland Neighborhood Preservation Commission. Crowder said this year’s food collection reflects Ritenour’s caring community. “This is most certainly a community effort,” Crowder said. “From the kids and staff who are donating food to the municipalities that are organizing the collection, to the wonderful Co-Care facility where it gets distributed to families…What we have now is an organized, well-oiled machine compared to what we had back in 1982.” Ritenour Middle School continued its tradition of collecting the most food out of the 10 Ritenour schools. This year, RMS students collected 7,059 items. Two eighth-grade standouts, Timmy Fox and Necho Mason, tag-teamed their efforts by going door-to-door asking for donations after school and in the evenings. Together, they collected 958 items to put toward their school’s total.

Hazelwood School District receives $15,000 grant to improve school safety The Hazelwood School District (HSD) received a $15,000 grant from the Missouri School Boards’ Association (MSBA). The money will be used to support school safety programs and initiatives. Funding was made possible through a legislative appropriation to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Funding for this initiative was administered by MSBA through its Missouri Center for Education Safety (CES), the state’s school safety center. ”The Hazelwood School District is just of 49 school districts in Missouri to be awarded this grant,” said Dr. Maxine Valdez, assistant superintendent of student services. “We are very excited to be receiving this grant. The money received, will go towards upgrading school safety communication devices in five of our school buildings.” The CES provides comprehensive support to

all schools in Missouri, through training, technical assistance, and other safety related initiatives. According to the CES website, “Providing a safe and secure learning environment for students is a top priority for all Missouri school districts and these grants will help fund projects and programs designed to do just that,” says CES Director Paul Fennewald. In addition to the school district grants, additional funds were provided to CES to support a comprehensive school safety program for Missouri. This money will support safety related training programs as well as provide technical assistance to schools on issues such as cyber security, counter-bullying, behavioral risk assessment, radicalization, and other school safety focus areas.

Holman inducts 18 into National Junior Honor Society Eighteen Holman Middle School students were inducted into the Holman chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) during a 10th-anniversary candlelight ceremony on Nov. 17. “Members were selected by five Holman teachers who serve on the Faculty Council: Alicia Dietz, Joseph McAnulty, Kelly Paluczak, Edward Stevens and Laura Waisner,” said Holman chapter advisor Julia Gibson. “Students must achieve and maintain high standards of scholarship, service, leadership, citizenship and character in order to be selected.” The following seventh-graders were inducted: Bryan Burns, Katherine Cullinane, Anna de Garcia, Aleigha Hornaday, Parker Hoynacki, Jordyn Lodes, Eden Magaña-Lopez, Grace Ohlsen, Wesley Spitzmiller and Isabella Tucci. The following eighth-graders were also inducted: Elise Bernthal, Nick Derleth, Trusha

Dodiya, Amanda Galli, Emily Gamache, Cally O’Brien, Lily Smith and Jade Wooten. Magaña-Lopez was selected as this year’s essay award winner. She presented a speech on “The Keys to Lifelong Success” to more than 130 guests in attendance at the induction ceremony. Current members also voted to invite Lisa Zangriles and Tim McKinley to be the faculty speakers and both gave encouraging speeches. The National Junior Honor Society ranks as one of the oldest and most prestigious national organizations for middle-level students. Chapters exist in more than 60 percent of the nation’s middle-level schools and since 1929, millions of students have been selected for membership. This organization is sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals, which also sponsors the National Honor Society at the high school level.

PHS science teacher selected as Discovery Education Champion Rob Lamb, a science teacher at Pattonville tion about Discovery Education and Siemens High School, was selected as one of the Discov- Foundation’s Siemens Competition in Math, ery Education Community’s Discovery Educa- Science and Technology, which gives students tion Program Champions. Fourteen educators an opportunity to achieve national recognition across the nation were chosen for science research projects. through a competitive appliHe will also share information cation process and recognized on Toyota and Discovery Edufor their commitment to colcation’s TeenDrive365 Video laboration, enhancing student Challenge, which encourages engagement and improving students to create short videos academic achievement. to inspire their friends to drive The 14 champions will also safely. represent Discovery EducaDiscovery Education is the tion at education events and global leader in standardsvirtual conferences as well as based digital content for K-12, help shape the development transforming teaching and and implementation of future learning with award-winning Discovery Education prodigital textbooks, multimedia grams to ensure optimal efficontent, professional developcacy and classroom relevance. ment and the largest profesChampions were chosen sional learning community of based on their commitment its kind. Discovery Education Photo courtesy Pattonville School District and expertise in specific areas partners with school districts and excellent use of Discovery Rob Lamb, a science teacher at Pattonville High to captivate students, empower Education’s program. These School, was selected as one of the Discovery teachers and transform classCommunity’s Discovery Education educators will represent at Education rooms with customized soProgram Champions. least one subject area to share lutions to increase academic resources and supporting proachievement. Its services are in grams with their colleagues and peers around half of U.S. classrooms. Lamb is a member of the world. Lamb has been selected for the STEM the Discovery Educator Network and teaches (science, technology, engineering and math) chemistry and the geology/astronomy class at and student safety areas. He will share informa- Pattonville High School.

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Learn & Play

By Cindy Moore

Moore On Life

Scrooged Again When will I learn? While opening Christmas presents, I found myself saying these exact words (Actually it was more like, “What the crap?” But that’s Scroogetalk and not very nice). My little grand baby had just turned one and so this would be a Christmas to remember – I had amply maxed out the credit card to ensure that. He received a bundle of delights such as blocks, trains, stuffed animals and various pull-toys all to add joy to his day. Here are the activities he ended up doing: Taking the used wrapping paper tubes and knocking a wadded up ball of tissue paper around, sticking bows on his head and using a long trail of ribbon to entice the cat to chase and tackle. Afterwards, he opened my bottom cupboard door containing non-lethal cutlery (for which he has approved access) removed the measuring spoons, various small cups, wooden spoons and plastic cooking utensils then transported them to the top of the staircase. He proceeded to toss them down individually watching them bump and bounce off of each stair until they landed with a plop at the bottom, whereupon he shrieked with laughter until he filled his diaper. Just in the adjoining room sat a pile of brightly colored toys (the ones which I hawked my fine china for). With the push of any button they loudly created

for assault. So note to self: next year wrap up a rock and a stick and a few measuring cups and toss in a spatula, then sit back and watch the fun. Hopefully, I’ll be on parole by then.

musical bleeps, boops, bongs, rings and dings. There were also characters which sang and danced; trains that moved across the floor and bounced balls while playing jaunty tunes, but these could not top the mother of all toys – the latest gadget…the cat-a-corn horn! It involved a musical instrument that included dancing kittens and yodeling unicorns which juggled sparkly rainbows while playing ukuleles. The latest, “must have” toy, for which I had to tackle three hefty women, two burly security guards and a grandma in a mobility scooter to get the last one. I barely escaped the store with that mall cop chasing me down trying to arrest me

Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder. The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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

Crossword Puzzle Theme: Finish the Lyrics ACROSS 1. Southern cuisine pie 6. French lake 9. H or O in H2O, e.g. 13. *”Tell ____ I love her” 14. *”A long, long time ____ I can still remember how that music...” 15. Cast somebody there 16. Misbehave 17. St. Louis player 18. First American-born saint, Elizabeth Ann ____ 19. *”Blue jean baby, L.A. lady, seamstress for ____ ____” 21. *”On a dark desert highway, cool wind in ____ ____” 23. Draft pick 24. $10,000, to a judge, e.g. 25. *”You ___ again” 28. *”You ____ me what I am today” 30. Inventor’s right 35. Burden 37. Color of a bruise 39. *”____ is a sound salvation... cleaning up the nation” 40. Bumpkin 41. “Get ____” (1965-1970) 43. *”Isn’t it a ____. Isn’t it a shame” 44. What a taster does 46. 41st or 43rd president 47. 1970s hairdo 48. Fireplace 50. One-pot meal 52. *”I wanna be loved by you, just ____” 53. *”May the road ____ with you” 55. Use a Singer 57. *”Get this party started on a Saturday night, everybody’s waiting for me to ____” 60. *”Just a city boy born and raised in South ____” 64. Killed, as in dragon 65. Go a-courting 67. Dome-shaped dessert 68. *”I’m sitting here, doing nothing but _____” 69. Another word for Tokyo 70. Did not go out to eat 71. Radio genre 72. “Losing My Religion” band 73. Tears violently DOWN 1. Surveyor’s creation 2. Apiece 3. Pleasingly pretty 4. Dutch island in the Caribbean 5. “I love the smell of ____ in the morning”

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6. Porcine fat 7. American Gas Association 8. Found in written series 9. Between ports 10. South American monkey 11. Carbon monoxide doesn’t have this 12. *”It’s raining ____, Hallelujah” 15. Finely cut masonry block 20. Certain tides 22. Chihuahua’s cry 24. *”Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth, ____ I’m happy” 25. *”’Cause, baby, you’re a firework, come on, show’em what you’re ____” 26. Accustom 27. Historic region in northeastern Africa 29. *”Your lips are movin’, tell me do you think I’m ____” 31. Spanish snack 32. Enlighten 33. TV’s “____ Circus”

34. *”’Cause uptown funk gon’ give it ____ ____” 36. Tiresias in “Oedipus Rex”, e.g. 38. Formerly, formerly 42. *”So take ____ broken wings” 45. *”I’ve got the world on a ____” 49. Charlie Sheen’s diagnosis 51. Man cave’s necessity 54. Waste water pipe 56. What did Jessica Fletcher do? 57. Aquarium organism 58. “Iron horse” track 59. Yamaguchi’s court 60. Accompanied by “gloom”? 61. Bad sign 62. Used when citing a reference 63. Two equal a twenty 64. Scholastic aptitude test 66. “____ to Joy”

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Lions basketball starts 2016 on short end The Lindenwood men’s basketball team opened up its 2016 campaign by nearly defeating Washburn on the road, but fell at the buzzer 68-66 on Sat-

urday. The Lions held Washburn to just 38.1 percent shooting from the field, including two-of-15 from three-point range. Lindenwood shot just 35.8 percent from the field, and 31.8 percent from three-point range. In its first MIAA road game of the season, the Lions, who came into the game among the nation’s leaders in fewest fouls, were called for over 20 fouls. The Ichabods took advantage by scoring seven more points from the free-throw line, which proved to be the difference. Cory Arentsen led Lindenwood’s offense by scoring 23 points, including shooting eightof-11 from the field. He also recorded seven rebounds, two assists, and a steal. Lindenwood falls to 8-4 overall and 4-2 in MIAA play. Go to www.LindenwoodLions.com for more information. * Drew Morris / Graduate Assistant for Sports Information Rams end 2015 season with loss The St. Louis professional football team was not able to convert two important field goals and dropped Sunday’s contest to the San Francisco 49ers 19-16 in overtime. The team ended with seven victories to go with nine losses. There were many ‘If this would have happened…’ moments during the year that could have easily have given them a winning record. Game highlights included: *Running back Tre Mason replacing the hurt Todd Gurley, scored his first touchdown of the season with a four-yard rush. *The offensive line marked the second consecutive game that the Rams did not allow a sack. Through 16 games, the Rams have allowed just 18 sacks, which is the fewest in the NFL. *Cornerback Trumaine Johnson led the team in tackles with 10 solo. *Field goal kicker Greg Zuerlein converted field goal attempts of 32, 33 and 44 yards.

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Season leaders for the Rams Several individuals on the squad shined in their respected positions: • Quarterback Nick Foles led the team in passing with 2,052 yards and completed 190-of337 passes. • Running back Todd Gurley finished leading the team in rushes (229) and rushing yards (1,108). Rookie of the Year? • Wide receiver Tavon Austin finished the season leading the team in receptions (52); total yards from scrimmage are 907 yards (473 receiving yards and 434 rushing yards ) both marks are career season-highs. He also had 268 punt-return yards. • Wide receiver Kenny Britt led the team in receiving yards with 681 on 36 catches. • Defensive tackle Aaron Donald led the team in sacks with 11. • Safety Mark Barron led the team in tackles with 130 (104 solo). • Wide receiver Bradley Marquez led the team in special teams tackles with 16. * A least there were some bright spots Indoor football team River City Raiders post schedule This is the fourth consecutive season for an indoor team calling the Family Arena in St. Charles their home field. They have a new team name and ownership with Kenny Nowling as CEO/President playing in the Northern Division of the American Football League playing an eight game schedule. The season will start Feb. 27 with an exhibition game at the Family Arena at 7:05 p.m. Head coach Corey Bethany will have Coach Patrick Pimmel as his assistant head coach and defensive coordinator. Go to www.IndoorRaiders.com for more information. * Football…part two

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Recipe

Sensible tips for healthy eating With so many social events that revolve around food, it’s not easy to get a fresh start on making healthy food choices. However, with a little thought and planning, you can prevent taking your body on a roller coaster ride – without having to choose between food deprivation and satisfaction. “Whether you are hosting an event or attending someone else’s celebration, planning ahead can help you stay on track,” said Mitzi Dulan, a registered dietitian and nationally recognized nutrition and wellness expert. “Having quick and simple strategies and recipes on hand makes it easy to eat well and keep you feeling great.” Put a winning plan in place to take a new look at your approach to eating smart with these tips from Dulan, who is the team nutritionist for the World Series champion Kansas City Royals. Don’t skip meals. Although skipping breakfast may seem like a good way to cut calories, it’s a plan that can actually backfire, making you hungrier as the day wears on, and more likely to overeat or sneak unhealthy snacks. Start each day with a well-rounded breakfast to fuel your body. Apply a similar approach to events later in the day, as well. You may be tempted to skip a meal so you can enjoy the treats at a party, but chances are you’ll end up overdoing it with high-calorie indulgences, so make sure you fuel up ahead of time.

Love what you eat. Be mindful of the food you eat and make every bite count. Enjoying each delicious taste will make it easier to stick to a sensible eating plan. For the foods you do love, look for ways to make them better – better for you, that is. For example, if pizza is your weak spot, substitute a lower-calorie crust, such as Flatout Flatbread. Then choose toppings wisely to amp up the flavor while managing added fat and calories. Eat smaller portions. When you simply must indulge, you may be surprised to hear “go ahead,” but to do so in moderation. One clever way to keep your portions small: use a tablespoon, not a serving spoon to dish out portions. Then eat slowly so your body has time to tell your brain you’re full. Get your fill in healthy ways. Overeating often comes down to a very basic cause: hunger. Becoming more conscious of how you answer your hunger will help you stay on track. Drinking water before and during events will help to fill you up so you are less likely to consume excess calories. Snacking throughout the day can also help keep hunger at bay; several small, healthy snacks, such as a handful of nuts or trail mix, can help keep you feeling full. Also, remember to stop eating when you feel satisfied, but before you feel full.

Barbecue Chicken Flatbread Pizza Recipe created by Mitzi Dulan, RD

Ingredients: non-stick baking spray 2 Flatout Flatbreads 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded 6 ounces grilled chicken breast, torn into pieces 1 tablespoon red onion, diced 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped

Directions: Heat oven to 400 F. Spray large baking sheet with non-stick baking spray. Place flatbreads on baking sheet. On each flatbread, evenly spread 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce. Sprinkle both cheeses over flatbreads. Mix remaining barbecue sauce with grilled chicken and place on pizzas. Top with diced onion. Bake 5 minutes. Sprinkle cilantro on top and serve.

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Thin Crust Egg, Sausage and Pepper Breakfast Pizza Ingredients: 1 Flatout Flatbread Artisan Thin Pizza Crust 1/2 cup cheddar cheese 2 eggs, lightly scrambled 3 ounces sausage, cooked and crumbled 2 ounces yellow peppers, diced 2 ounces red peppers, diced Directions: Heat oven to 375 F. Place flatbread on cookie sheet. Bake for 2 minutes. Remove from oven. Top flatbread with cheese, scrambled egg, sausage and peppers. Return to oven and bake 4 more minutes, or until cheese melts. Grilling method: Heat grill to 375 F. Pre-bake flatbread on grill for 1-2 minutes.

Remove from grill. Top flatbread with cheese, scrambled egg, sausage and peppers. Return to grill. Close lid. Grill 4 more minutes, or until cheese melts. www.treesbywoody.net

Arugula Mushroom Flatbread Pizza Ingredients: 1 Flatout Flatbread 1/2 cup mushrooms, cooked 1/2 cup arugula 6 grape tomatoes 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated 1 1/2 teaspoons fat-free balsamic vinegar Directions: Heat grill or oven to 375 F. Pre-bake flatbread for 2 minutes. Remove. Warm mushrooms in microwave or pan. Top flatbread with arugula, tomatoes and mushrooms. Sprinkle with cheese and drizzle with balsamic vinegar. Cut into slices.

Thin Crust Pepperoni Pizza Ingredients: 1 Flatout Flatbread Artisan Thin Pizza Crust 1/4 cup chunky red sauce 3 slices provolone cheese 1/4 cup mozzarella, shredded 30 pepperoni mini slices Directions: Heat oven or grill to 375 F. Place flatbread on cookie sheet. Bake 2 minutes. Remove from oven. Spread sauce on flatbread. Lay provolone on top of sauce. Top with mozzarella and pepperoni. Return to oven and bake 4 more minutes, or until cheese melts. Grilling method: Heat grill to 375 F. Pre-bake flatbread on grill for 2 minutes.

Remove from grill. Spread sauce on flatbread. Lay provolone on top of sauce. Top with mozzarella and pepperoni. Return flatbread to grill. Close lid. Grill for 4 minutes, or until cheese melts.

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Events Jan. 10: Theater auditions Hawthorne Players announce auditions for Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town” to be held at 2 p.m. in the Florissant Civic Center Theatre, Parker Road and Waterford Drive in Florissant. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Lori Renna directs. Performance dates are April 8, 9, 15, 16, 17. For more information, including character descriptions and audition forms visit http://www.marsh.us.com/GCC/ Our_Town_Audition.html or email: hawthorneplayers@att.net

Jan. 14: Networking series To help women stand their ground, overcome obstacles and achieve resolutions in workplace and personal conflicts, Brown Smith Wallace will host “Conflict Resolution Strategies for Women” at The Bridge from 7:30 – 9 a.m. at Hilton Frontenac. The Bridge is a networking series for professional women of all career stages. Brown Smith Wallace launched the series in 2014 to create a forum for women to congregate and learn about key business and life issues while having fun. The Jan.14 event will be the fifth in the series. To learn more about The Bridge, visit bswllc.com/thebridge.

Jan. 21: Resume writing workshop Free resume writing workshop open to anyone age 18 and over. Resume experts will help you write your new resume or fine-tune your old one. Classes run Jan. 11 – 21 from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Ferguson Public Library at 35 N. Florissant Rd. in Ferguson. For more details call Job and More StL at 314-283-2215 or visit http//jobsandmorestl.org/. Jan. 21: STEAM Expo The Ferguson-Florissant School District will hold its fourth annual STEAM Expo from 5-7 p.m. to showcase the district’s programs and community resources related to science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM). The STEAM Expo will be held at McCluer SouthBerkeley High School at 201 Brotherton Lane and will feature special presentations and interactive displays related to STEAM. Among the attractions, attendees will be able to see robots in action, observe the stars in a Planetarium and make fruit smoothies using electricity generated by a stationary bicycle. The expo will also feature information on college and career paths in STEAM. Representatives from colleges and universities, technical schools and community colleges will offer information on STEAMrelated courses of study. Schools to be represented include St. Louis Community College, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, Sullivan University, Truman University, the University of Missouri-Kansas and others. Manufacturing and construction unions will be present to speak with attendees about STEAMrelated trades, and recruiters from the armed forces will be on hand to discuss STEAM-related jobs. Jan. 23: STEM Extravaganza The Hazelwood School District STEM Extravaganza is a showcase of educational opportunities in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. The event will take place on from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at Hazelwood Central

High School at 15875 New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant. At the STEM Extravaganza, attendees will participate in demonstrations and hands-on activities for all grade levels, exhibits, speakers, college representatives and more. Participants scheduled to attend include: Boeing, Ameren Missouri, and Washington University in St. Louis, BJC Healthcare, U.S. Navy, Danforth Plant Science, St. Louis Community College, FIRST Robotics, Project Lead the Way, and Hazelwood School District math and science departments. This event is free and open to the public. Recurring Events Mondays: A cappella singers Men of Harmony a cappella singers meet at Salem Evangelical Free Church at New Halls Ferry at Pohlman Road at 7 p.m. Not church affiliated. Group is always looking for new members. Call Al at 314-9936134 for more information. Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly) From 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. located at John F. Kennedy Center/Henry Koch Ctr., Howdershell Rd. at Charbonier Rd., Florissant. For more info contact Paul or Connie McConnell, 314-831-5476. Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting 6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, 800 Chambers Road in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Those interested in membership are invited to attend. Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Doors at 4:30pm, games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316. Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight? Check out TOPS #361 Florissant

group of supportive ladies. Meetings are on Wednesday mornings beginning at 9:15 am at Bethel Providence Christian Church located at 14700 New Halls Ferry Rd in Florissant. If interested, please contact Shirley at 314-895-3528 for more information. Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. Doors at 7:30am, games begin at 9:30am. For more information, call 314.921.2316. Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs: 3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314.994.3300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs. Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 1. Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604. Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group 3-4pm, Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314.653.5331. Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo 6:45pm, Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314.731.9330 Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo 2pm, Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314.831.3752. Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400 Sundays: Meat shoot Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 444 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Road between Sinks Rd and Lindbergh starting at noon until dusk every Sunday - rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded.

www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • January 6, 2016 Every Sunday: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine #1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, 1 – 4pm, through October. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314.921.7582, vicray01@aol.com Church Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314.741.3737 Health Nicotine Anonymous Nicotine Anonymous is a 12 Step Program, free and available to all seeking recovery from nicotine addiction based on principals of AA. Only requirement is a desire to stop using nicotine. Voluntary contributions are accepted. For further info call 314-822-2066 or visit WWW. Nicotene-Anonymous.org Every Monday-Friday: Evening Front Desk Volunteers Needed 4-7pm, Christian Hospital, 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information, please contact Lee Shields at 314.653.5032. Look Good…Feel Better SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A licensed cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with a makeup kit. Light refreshments are served. Info: 314.344.6090. Now: SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www.silversneakers.com or call 314.738.2599. 2nd Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-2913021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@sbcglobal.net. Every third Tuesday of every month: Grief Support Group sponsored by DePaul Hospital 11:30am-1pm, Bridgeton Trails Library, 3455 McKelvey Rd. For more information, call 314.344.6873. Diabetes Basics: 314.344.7024 for 314.344.7220 to enroll.

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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. Care

is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314.768.3201. Or 636.947.0600, www.crisisnurserykids.org

First and Third Tuesdays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 12:30 - 2pm, 320 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 314.968.3477.

Nutrition Education: SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you, 314.344.6157.

Third Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group At Delmar Gardens North, 4401 Parker Rd., Florissant, 9am, 314.355.1516, Helpline 800.272.3900

Group at Christian Hospital To register call 314.747.9355 Tuesdays: Alcohol and Drug Information Meeting Christian Hospital Building 2, Suite 401, 6:30 – 8pm, 314.839.3171, free and open to the public. Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109 11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road. Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314.839.3171. Center for Senior Renewal: Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123. Christian Hospital Recovery Center: Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314.953.8100. Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314.653.5032 SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon– 1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1.877.477.6954.

Last Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group: Mother of Good Counsel Home, 6825 Natural Bridge, St. Louis, 10:30am 314.383.4765 Last Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Missouri Veterans Home, 10600 Lewis & Clark, St. Louis, 1pm, 314.340.6389 Wednesdays: Weekly Cancer Survivor’s Support Group H.W. Koenig Medical Building at SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 3 4:30pm, free, 636.755.3034 12 Step Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse: Meets in 4 locations in the metro St Louis area. Information: metrostlouissia@gmail.com.

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Church of the Nazarene, 1309 N. Elizabeth Ave., Ferguson 6:30 - 8pm, leecedra@sbcglobal.net Mondays & Thursdays: Breathe/for people with pulmonary disease Graham Medical Center, 1150 Graham Rd. Suite 104, 11am 12pm, $30, 314-953-6090 Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30-7:30pm, 314.839.3171. Calcium Scoring Heart Scan Program SSM DePaul Health Center. This program uses advanced (CT) imaging to scan the arteries around the heart and measure or score the amount of calcium present in the plaque deposits. This screening, in combination with other heart disease risk factors (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, physical inactivity, etc.) can help determine an overall picture of your current heart health and your risk for developing heart disease. Call 314.344.6030 to learn more about the heart scan program or to schedule an appointment.

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SSM St. Joseph Health Center & Hospital West Auxiliary Non profit organization assisting the hosp. by holding fund raisering activities, being of service to patients, families, employees & physicians and acting as good will ambassadors to community. We welcome new member. Call Barb Hutchinson 636.947.5466. The Barnes St. Peters Hospital Auxiliary is looking for New Members If you would like to become a member please call 636.916.9664. Gateway to Hope Program The Gateway to Hope Program arranges care for individuals diagnosed w/breast cancer who are either uninsured or underinsured and reside in MO. Gateway to Hope serves as a breast cancer lifeline for those who do not qualify for government sponsored programs & are unable to afford treatment. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed w/breast cancer & cannot access treatment call Gateway to Hope at 314.569.1113 or www.gthstl.org.

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Wednesdays: New Choices NarAnon Family Group at Zion Lutheran Church 12075 Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights, 7:30 – 9pm, www.NarAnon.org Thursdays: Grief Share Support Group

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“Brooklyn”

By Steve Bryan

‘Brooklyn’ is a timeless love story that features terrific performances “Brooklyn,” a thoroughly engaging new drama, is exactly the kind of film that Hollywood should make on a regular basis. Director John Crowley (“Intermission”) and his talented cast tell the story of a young woman rediscovering herself in a land far from home. It’s a simple and timeless story of love and family that really hits home. The amazing Saoirse Ronan stars as Eilis, an Irish girl who can’t find a career in her native Ireland. Thanks to a priest in America (Jim Broadbent), Eilis makes the long journey to New York where a new job and life await her. Unfortunately, her absence puts more pressure on her older sister Rose (Fiona Glascott), the only one at home caring for their mother. Homesick at first, Eilis settles in and meets an Italian boy named Tony (Emory Cohen). Their relationship changes the young girl’s perspective about life in America. Though she loves Brooklyn and her boyfriend, she still has her roots in Ireland she cannot ignore. In her career, Saoirse Ronan has accumulated an impressive list of credits, with “Brooklyn” being her finest performance to date. The 21-year-old actress appeared in criticallyacclaimed pieces such as “Atonement” and science fiction fare like “City of Ember” and “The Host.” Her work in “Brooklyn” also has been honored with a Golden Globe nomination. Ronan takes her character on a journey from quiet, obedient

girl to confident young woman. She elicits tears and laughter from the audience while dealing with both seasickness and an aching heart. Her relationship with Tony feels authentic and real, especially when she has dinner with his family for the first time. Julie Walters has less screen time than Ronan, but she makes quite an impression as Mrs. Kehoe, the woman who runs a Brooklyn boardinghouse for young women. As the no-nonsense landlady, Walters

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is as impressive here as she was in the “Harry Potter” franchise. She obviously admires and cares for her residents, but she won’t brook any nonsense. As the men who love Eilis, Domhnall Gleeson and Emory Cohen turn in fine performances as well. Cohen brings a good-hearted sensibility to Tony, the Brooklyn boy who adores the Irish immigrant and would do anything for her. Gleeson’s Jim Farrell represents home and a comfortable life back in Ireland, something Eilis finds very tempting. Though it lacks expensive special effects and robots, “Brooklyn” is an exceptional movie and one that could represent itself quite well during awards season. More films should embrace this level of quality and storytelling. “Brooklyn,” rated PG-13 for a scene of sexuality and brief strong language, currently is playing in limited release. “Brooklyn” photos courtesy of Wildgaze Films 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.