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By Sara Hardin Rescued Racers is a 501c3, nonprofit, volunteer-run organization that takes in, fosters, and adopts out greyhounds. Many of the dogs have finished their racing careers or training time on farms, and some also come from dog pounds and animal shelters. Leann Zalasky, founder of Rescued Racers, said her inspiration for starting the organization came from her reading of a magazine article covering the issue of greyhound rescue after dogs are found with no place to go when their racing career came to a close. “I researched it, and talked to my vet, and decided to go ahead and go through with it,” said Zalasky. “I drove to Waterloo, Iowa and got Lady, my very first greyhound. I wanted to get more involved and wanted to be involved in the rescuing process. Back then, there were very, very few greyhound adoption groups. Thousands of greyhounds were killed each year. That has since changed, but back then the dogs were either an asset or a liability.” Rescued Racers has a foster home network of about 40 families, and on average has about 25 greyhounds in foster care at a time. All of the greyhounds that Rescued Racers takes in are adopted out, and since its founding in 1996, Rescued Racers has rescued over 1,500 greyhounds. The organization has a network of
connections within the greyhound racing world, including a group of people at Southland Park in West Memphis, as well as tracks and farms within Kansas and Missouri. Zalasky explained that Rescued Racers will bring in greyhounds of all ages, and will also jump in if greyhounds need to be taken in from other locations as well. “We take [greyhounds] from all ages. It’s rare, but sometimes we get greyhound puppies, or we get them anywhere from 12-18 months if they’re on the farm. It’s kind of like little league. You have hundreds and hundreds and hundreds of little league players, but how many actually make it to the major league? It’s a very small percentage. So it’s kind of the same thing with the greyhounds – you have hundreds and hundreds out there on farms training, but how many of them actually make it? If they are successful with their career they’ll usually be done with their career around 4 or 5 years old. Like any athlete, it’s very hard on them physically so they can’t race for years and years and years. We also take in seniors. We go anywhere from a puppy to a 10, 11, or 12-year-old.” Those interested in adopting from Rescued Racers undergo a thorough adoption process in order to ensure that every greyhound is going to a loving and capable new home.
“How the process works is someone either sees our dogs at a meet-andgreet, on Facebook, or on our webpage,” explained Zalasky. “They fill out an application, which is on our website, and they are then assigned an adoption coordinator who then contacts the family. Then we have our foster list, and the coordinator and the family go over which dogs they’re interested in. We encourage people to see as many dogs as they want as many times as they want. We do not pick out a dog for anyone. We check See RACING TO RESCUE page 2
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RACING TO RESCUE from cover personal references, vet references, and we do a home visit. All of that is going on concurrently with the families looking at different greyhounds that they’re interested in. Then all the paperwork is done, they find a dog that they fall in love with, and then we proceed with the adoption from there.” Christy Parks has been adopting from and fostering for Rescued Racers for about 15 years, after learning about the organization through a meet-and-greet. “We fell in love, and started looking for information about the organization. Parks explains that her respect for the organization comes largely from Leann herself. “I can’t say enough good things about Rescued Racers volunteers come together with their dogs. Leann,” said Parks. “She is so selfless and commits so much time to the greyhounds. the public about the dogs. She also stresses The amount of time and energy that she puts that although “every greyhound needs a into finding warm homes for these dogs un- home, not every home needs a greyhound,” til they are adopted is truly admirable.” and that careful consideration should always Zalasky said that along with aiming to res- be made before adopting one of these unique cue as many greyhounds as possible, that the dogs. Rescued Racers acts as a safety net for organization also makes an effort to educate those who adopt, ensuring the dog’s return
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into the program should a family not be able to keep their greyhound for any reason. Since Rescued Racers is a 501c3 organization, donations are tax deductible. Volunteers are also always needed. For more information, go to www.rescuedracers.com.
Missouri Guard Homeland Response Force conduct simulated disaster response North Saint Louis was rocked earlier this month by simulated explosions, chemical attacks, rioting, and structure collapses trapping thousands of people - unforeseen incidents that can happen anywhere. That’s why the Missouri National Guard Homeland Response Force’s logistical operations team replicated scenarios at the HRF S4 logistics workshop that were just as daunting as if it were real. Based on regions established by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the St. Louis-based, Region 7 consists of Missouri, Kansas, Iowa and Nebraska and falls under command and control of the 70th Troop Command, the largest brigade in the Missouri National Guard, headquartered at Jefferson Barracks in St. Louis County. The external evaluation is realistic disaster training used to prepare for an upcoming validation. “By testing ahead of the upcoming March evaluation, the planning team is preparing for a higher standard of excellence,” said Maj. Nathan Wilde, who manages 25 members of the logistics team that are personally responsible for movement, support, and success of the nearly 600 HRF Region 7 personnel.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Wilson, Missouri National Guard Members of the Missouri National Guard Homeland Response Force’s logistical operations team recently conducted a simulated disaster response. During the HRF S4 Logistics Workshop held at Lambert International Airport, Sgt. 1st Class Josh Hanks, the Sr. battle NCO gives guidance to key personnel in the Army Logistical Operations Center.
Many on the team felt the three-day training at Lambert’s Naval Reserve Air Station in St Louis was both productive and absolutely essential to team cohesion. “This workshop was a great opportunity for the entire section to come together and train on our new tactical operating procedures and logistics products for the evalu-
ation,” said Sgt. 1st Class Josh Elet, HRF supply NCO and an external evaluation veteran. “It also gave our soldiers new to the HRF logistics team a good understanding of their job duties and responsibilities instead of waiting until day one of the evaluation.”
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Hazelwood employees raise awareness about women’s heart disease
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Tooth decay is the leading chronic infectious disease among children in our nation. It causes pain and can interfere with a child’s ability to eat, speak, smile and concentrate, and has the potential to affect one’s systemic health. To help combat this issue, Delta Dental of Missouri is educating and inspiring children to adopt healthy life habits through its upbeat and interactive, touring Land of Smiles program. Thanks to the collaboration with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services’ (DHSS) Preventive Services Program, the show now also underscores the importance of fluoride varnishes. The 2015 tour made its most recent stops at Sacred Heart Kindergarten, Rose Acres Elementary, Airport Elementary, Commons Lane Elementary, Combs Elementary, Columbia Elementary School and Confluence Academy Old North Saint Louis in North County. “This cast of characters has been traveling Missouri highways for more than a decade teaching and inspiring kids in nearly evPhoto courtesy the city of Hazelwood ery county in the state,” commented Monica Green, manager, In an attempt to raise public awareness about the problems of heart disease and stroke among women, many of Hazelwood’s employees wore marketing and communications for Delta Dental of Missouri. red for National Wear Red Day, Feb. 6, and gathered to send a message of “Go Red, Hazelwood” to local citizens. “But, the program is about more than longevity. It’s about having Employees of the city of Hazelwood carried on seriously. According to AHA statistics, one in a proven track record for resonating with children and being a a tradition they began three years ago by wear- three women die of either heart disease or stroke catalyst for change. Dental disease is 100 percent preventable. ing red on the first Friday in February and send- every year. They account for 61 percent of all The formula is simple. You need to brush twice daily, floss and ing out a message to the community to “Go Red, stroke deaths annually. Heart disease is now the see a dentist twice a year. Other preventive measures can also be Hazelwood.” They joined hundreds of thousands number-one killer of women, age 25 and older, taken, like the application of fluoride varnish, which strengthens the teeth and helps prevent decay. The Missouri DHSS has a of other Americans across the country to cele- and stroke is ranked as the number-four killer. Hazelwood’s administrative secretary for the fantastic Preventive Services Program that is also working with brate the 12th Annual National Wear Red Day, which helps to raise awareness for women’s heart Public Works Department, Kathy Baker, has schools to provide young students with free access to this type spearheaded the city’s efforts to get involved in of care.” health. Throughout the school year, two separate Land of Smiles’ The American Heart Association (AHA), this worthy cause. She has created an online launched its Go Red for Women movement more fund-raising page for the city of Hazelwood casts will collectively teach more than 65,000 students at over than 11 years ago for the purpose of encouraging which accepts donations from city employees, 320 schools across the state of Missouri. Those interested in having the award-winning Land of Smiles women to take their cardiovascular health more council members and local residents. program visit their child’s school can have their child’s teacher, principal or school nurse visit www.LandofSmilesProgram.org or call 888-383-0008.
Musical fundraiser set for the Center for Hearing & Speech
Swing dancers will be showing off their Big Band, jazz and rock moves on March 13 when the Center for Hearing & Speech hosts its annual musical fund-raiser with a theme of “Swinging to the Beat for Hearing & Speech” at the Hollywood Casino St. Louis, 777 Casino Center Drive in Maryland Heights. Guests will be swaying and swinging to the sounds of Miss Jubilee and the Humdingers, a lively St. Louis band that blends hot jazz, swing, rhythm and blues and rock ‘n’ roll from the wild days of the Roaring Twenties through the advent of rock ‘n’ roll in the 1950s. Regardless of the era, music is always the rage and brings people together for a good cause. “Our annual musical fund-raiser always is a delightful evening and a fun way to raise support for our many audiology and speech programs for St. Louisans in need,” said Rita Tintera, executive director of the Center for Hearing & Speech. “The lively, effervescent Miss Jubilee and the
Humdingers are sure to get the crowd on its feet with their infectious and delightful music.” The event will include food, drinks, entertainment and bidding at both silent and “live” auctions, including electronic bidding via mobile phones. Free parking will be available in the main parking lot and hotel garage, as well as valet parking. Entrance to the event will be through the main casino lobby. Prices for tickets are $50 for ages 21 to 35 and at $85 for those who were born anywhere from the ‘20s through the ‘70s. Tickets can be purchased online at www.hearing-speechstlouis. org/swingingtothebeat.php-. All proceeds will benefit the Center for Hearing & Speech, a non-profit organization that has served the St. Louis area since 1920. The Center helps more than 14,000 individuals annually, regardless of their ability to pay, to combat the number one disability in the country.
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Crisis Nursery thanks community at ‘Eat. Shop. Love.’ Over 250 new and gently used purses, filled with women’s care items and other fun treats were collected at Saint Louis Crisis Nursery’s third annual “Eat. Shop. Love.” community celebration. The purses were gifted to Crisis Nursery Moms enrolled in the agency’s Family Empowerment Program, which offers families follow-up support and other critical resources. Each guest that donated a purse was entered into a random drawing for a brand new COACH tote filled with special surprises. Crisis Nursery Board Member Janet Conners was this year’s winner. Other guests won mall gift cards valued at $250 and $50. “Eat. Shop. Love.” was presented by Plaza Frontenac, with support from BrickTop’s, BRIO Tuscan Grille, Canyon Café, St. Louis Bread Company, Thomas Coffee, and other mall stores. Special kudos to our celebrity guests: Cary O’Brien & Tameka Green of “Gazelle West Magazine,” KMOV-TV’s Brittany Noble, Jean Ashmuhs of Plaza Frontenac, and Sherry Farmer!
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Photo courtesy Crisis Nursery Over 250 new and gently used purses, filled with women’s care items and other fun treats were collected at Saint Louis Crisis Nursery’s third annual “Eat. Shop. Love.” community celebration.
Citizens for Modern Transit and AARP team up to co-host walking program Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) is pleased to announce it is teaming up with AARP to help further promote transit and walking through its successful Ten Toe Express Walk Program. As part of a new partnership between the organizations, AARP members from across the St. Louis area, as well as any other interested individual from throughout the region, will get to experience first-hand just how easy it is to integrate walking with public transit use to get around town, while also enjoying the many health and wellness benefits of doing so. Registration for the spring session of the Ten Toe Express Walk Program is now open and can be completed online at www.cmt-stl.org or at one of the upcoming registration events. Those who register for the program gain access to walk maps providing detailed directives on how to utilize transit to get to many of the region’s cultural and entertainment hot spots, as well as a host of other helpful resources. Ten Toe participants also have ability to take part in weekly guided Ten Toe Express Walking Tours led by trained volunteer walk leaders, which allow walkers to be part of a group as they become familiar with the transit system and how to utilize it to get to destinations. Those taking part in the spring session will also have the opportunity to take advantage of a newly created Saturday morning walking group, dubbed the AARP St. Louis Breakfast Bunch. This new group will meet at the Shrewsbury
MetroLink station on select Saturday mornings and take the train to breakfast destinations around the region. The cost of breakfast will be the responsibility of each walker. “Offering programs that link healthy living with accessing the community through transit are great ways to introduce our members to the real possibilities available in the region,” said Sheila Holm, AARP St. Louis. “We are particularly excited about the new AARP St. Louis Breakfast Bunch. It’s a great expansion to the program and a great way to get out and explore the city.” This year’s 12-week Ten Toe Express Walk Program session will kick-off on Thursday, April 2, 2015 with a guided tour of the 6 North Apartments, the first fully universally designed building in the U.S. The apartments are mixedincome, multi-family and managed by McCormack Baron Salazar. The walking group will meet at the Shrewsbury MetroLink station for a brief welcome and introduction, take the train to the Central West End Station and then walk 1.1 miles to the apartments. Weekly walks departing from the Brentwood, Forest Park, Belleville, Rock Road, North Hanley and Shrewsbury MetroLink stations will follow from April through June. Registration for the session has started, and the cost to participate is $10 per person. Those interested in participating can register online at www.tentoes.cmt-stl.org.
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Xinrong “Frank” Lu, MD, Ph.D. joins SSM Neurosciences Institute Xinrong “Frank” Lu, MD, Ph.D. has joined the SSM Neurosciences Institute at DePaul Health Center in St. Louis. A board-certified neurologist, Lu treats patients with a variety of neurological conditions such as headache, seizure, MS, Parkinson’s disease and dementia. Following medical school, he completed his neurology residency at St. Louis University and a post-doctoral fellowship at Medical College of Wisconsin. Lu has published more
than a dozen peer-reviewed papers in international journals and presented his research at numerous national and international meetings. His office is located at 12255 DePaul Drive, Suite 200, on the SSM DePaul Health Center campus. He is welcoming new patients and accepts most insurance plans. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 314355-355.
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Submitted photo Xinrong “Frank” Lu, MD, Ph.D. has joined the SSM Neurosciences Institute at DePaul Health Center in St. Louis.
New board member elected at Starkloff Disability Institute Allison Bruns has been elected a member of the Board of Directors at Starkloff Disability Institute (SDI), a non-profit organization that helps people with disabilities participate fully and equally in all aspects of society. Allison brings more than 12 years of accomplishment in corporate and political communications to her role as SDI’s newest board member. For more than three years, Allison has worked in corporate public relations at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, in St. Louis. Among her other job responsibilities, Allison develops and implements media relations plans, and tracks regulatory changes that impact Wells Fargo Advisors’ lines of
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business. Allison was inspired to become involved with SDI by a close friend whom she describes as “an extraordinary woman who works tirelessly at her job and for causes in the community. She has a college education, an impressive skill set and a charming personality. This woman also has a disability,” Allison said. “It would upset me beyond words to think that this impressive woman would be limited in her professional career due to her disability and, more specifically, how an assumption about her disability by a hiring manager or human resources official could limit her career. “SDI is committed to creat-
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ing a culture and world where people who have disabilities are not treated differently than anyone else and not limited in any way,” Allison said. “The organization is particularly focused on bridging the gap between skilled job candidates who are people with disabilities and employers in the region. I am proud to be an SDI board member.”
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Students from Duchesne Elementary School visited St. Louis Community College-Florissant Valley on Feb. 6 to tour the campus and explore possible career pathways. Approximately 32 students were divided into four groups and rotated through hands-on activities on campus. The students attended an aviation session and toured KCFVFM, the student radio station. “We had the students on air and they recorded a piece,” said Paul Huddleston, KCFV supervisor. “They took all of these recordings back to school on a CD.” They participated in biotechnology activities, using micropipettes to transfer colored water to 96 well plates that revealed a hidden message, and extracted DNA from strawberries and made a necklace or bracelet out of their tube of DNA. “We are always excited about having young people on campus and exposing them to all the wonderful programs we have,” said Ruby Curry, president at STLCC-Florissant Valley.
Dr. Joseph Davis named superintendent of Ferguson-Florissant School District The Ferguson-Florissant School District Board of Education announced the appointment of Dr. Joseph Davis as superintendent, effective July 1. The board unanimously approved Davis’ appointment on Jan. 30 and directed the negotiation of his contract. The contract, signed on Feb. 6 and ratified by the board on Feb. 10, will run July 1 through June 30, 2018. Davis will receive an initial annual salary of $200,000. Davis’ appointment concludes a thorough and delib- Photo courtesy Ferguson-Florissant School District erative search conducted by The Ferguson-Florissant School District the Ferguson-Florissant Board Board of Education announced the appointment of Dr. Joseph Davis as superintendent, of Education with assistance effective July 1. from national executive search firm PROACT Search. “My goal for the Ferguson-Florissant School District is to do everything I can to assure that our children are successful – both in school and in life,” Dr. Davis said regarding his appointment. “This is an outstanding district and I am proud to be a part of helping shape the future of Ferguson-Florissant students. I also look forward to working with the families of our students and the community at large to continue to improve our district so that we can do even more to benefit kids.” Board President Robert Chabot said Davis has the attributes the board was seeking in a new superintendent. “First and foremost, Dr. Davis cares about kids. Combine that with his experience and leadership skills and we are confident we have chosen the right person to lead our district,” Chabot said. “The board is very eager to work side-by-side with him as we strive to continue our pursuit of educational excellence for the students, families and community of Ferguson-Florissant.”
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Five candidates seek two open seats on Ferguson-Florissant Board of Education Ferguson-Florissant School District voters will have five candidates from which to choose to fill two open seats on the Ferguson-Florissant Board of Education on April 7. The seven members of the district’s board each serve rotating three-year terms. The terms
of current board members Brian Scott Ebert and Paul Schroeder expire this year. Ebert will seek re-election; Schroeder will not. Following are the names of the candidates that will appear on the April 7 ballot (listed in the order in which each indi-
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vidual filed for candidacy): • Brian Scott Ebert • Roger Hines • Donna Marie Dameron • Michael Arthur Person • Courtney Graves Polls will be open to registered voters from 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. on the day of election.
Pattonville accepting applications to fill vacant school board seat The Pattonville Board of Education is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving in an open one-year position on the school board. The position became vacant on Jan. 27 after Pattonville Board President Tami Hohenstein announced her resignation from the board due to family and work responsibilities. Interested persons must submit an application packet to the secretary to the Board of Education by 4:30 p.m., March 13 in order to be considered for the vacant position. Application packets may be picked up from the secretary to the Board of Education at the Pattonville Learning Center, 11097 St. Charles Rock Road in St. Ann. Packets are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and must be returned to the same location by the March 13 deadline. In the event of inclement weather, interested candidates should call 314-213-8001 to inquire if district of-
fices are open prior to picking up or returning an application packet. Near the end of March or beginning of April, the Board of Education will interview interested candidates who have filed the required paperwork and vote on the board’s appointment. The newly appointed board member will be installed and sworn into office during the board’s April 14 meeting, along with returning incumbents Jeanne Schottmueller and Ralph Stahlhut. Candidates for the board must be at least 24 years of age; a United States citizen; and a resident taxpayer of the district. Service on the Board of Education is a volunteer position, and board members do not receive any pay for their service. For more information about serving on the board, visit the district website at: www. psdr3.org/admin/school_board/.
Photo courtesy North County Christian School The North County Christian School Advanced History class participate in a WWII Reenactment at Camp Clark in Nevada, Missouri.
Out of the classroom and into the trenches is where you would have found the North County Christian School Advanced History class January 16-17. NCSS Advanced History class members Craig Biernbaum, Brooke Gomez, Mia Gullet, Wyatt Harman, Austin Johnson, Tony Lanzone, Josh Mabins, Caleb Nicks, Wyn Reddy and Brandyn Robinson train throughout the semester under the supervision of teacher Rick Montgomery along with Lonnie Schoonover and Brie Minniear so they can be approved to participate in a WWII Reenactment at Camp Clark in Nevada, Missouri. The students are not alone at Camp Clark as men, women, and students from several states representing the U.S., Italian, Russian and German armies come together for a weekend of reenactment. This semester, the students will be studying the Civil War which will conclude with a Civil War reenactment in April.
Hazelwood School District principal named Peabody Energy Leader in Education Friday morning was going to be a busy one for Twillman Elementary Principal Germaine Stewart: greet students and families for their Pastries with Parents social, escort teachers from a neighboring school district to share language arts best practices, and receive the Peabody Energy Leader in Education Award. The last item was purposely left off of Stewart’s schedule, as the presentation was a surprise organized by Peabody Energy, Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District and district and school staff. Twillman Elementary Principal Germaine Stewart (right) has been selected for the Peabody Energy Twillman Instructional Leader in Education award. She is congratulated by HSD Superintendent Grayling Tobias (left), PeaSpecialist Tracy Hinds ad- body Energy’s Maureen Moore, and Twillman students. Twillman Elementary is in the Hazelwood mitted when asked to assist School District. with the surprise presentaAs a good leader would do, Stewart credited tion, this may be difficult. her staff with the progress the school has made. “She prides herself on knowing what’s going on “I’m very surprised but I want to thank the staff in her school,” Hinds said. because you make my job easier and I couldn’t This is part of the reason Stewart is being rec- do it without you and my [Twillman] Tigers,” ognized by Peabody. she said, also referring to the Twillman students. The Peabody Energy Leaders in Education “This award is evidence of the good things we’re program rewards dedicated education profes- doing and I want to thank you.” sionals — from teachers and coaches to librarHSD Superintendent Grayling Tobias thanked ians and counselors — who inspire and motivate Stewart for her work with the students. youth to succeed. Award recipients are selected “Germaine is a dedicated and passionate eduanonymously throughout the school year by a cator and it shows in the way she interacts with committee of top educators and business leaders. her students and their families, her staff, and “Germaine has worked closely with teachers others in the community,” said Dr. Tobias. “As to implement instructional strategies to improve a leader, she sets an incredible example of what student achievement,” said Dr. Willicia Hobbs, it takes to make a difference. We are extremely assistant superintendent, Hazelwood School proud of her and the work she does for our stuDistrict. “She has also laid the foundation for a dents.” strong partnership between the community, and As a recipient of the Peabody Energy Leader Twillman families and staff. We are extremely in Education award for the 2014-15 school year, grateful for her dedication to our students and Stewart will receive a $1,000 award for her dedithe District.” cation and commitment to students.
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Oprah’s Newest Offering in Print and Audio Book Oprah Winfrey has been inspiring her audiences to live their best lives for decades and continues to do so in her latest, a treasure of reflections and encouragements. “What I Know for Sure,” released in print and audio in 2014, is a collection of short essays published as personal columns in O, The Oprah Magazine. The title was born from a 1998 interview question Winfrey struggled to answer from the late Chicago Sun-Times film critic, Gene Siskel. “Tell me, he asked, ‘What do you know for sure?’ ” It’s hard to imagine Winfrey, the master of the interview, stumped, but she said the question “stopped me in my tracks,” and eventually became the title of her monthly magazine column and the “central question of my life.” The book contains 14 years of Winfrey’s magazine columns, edited with the wisdom of reflection. The chapters are organized by theme — joy, resilience, connections, gratitude, possibility, awe, clarity and power — each filled with thought-provoking anecdotes. In Joy, Winfrey reflects on taking the stage with Tina Turner and overcoming her insecurities to enjoy the experience. “What I know for sure is that every day brings a chance for you to draw in a breath, kick off your shoes, and step out and dance — to live life free of regret and filled with as much joy, fun, and laughter as you can stand.” These thought-provoking essays remind readers to be grateful, trust your instincts, read good books, appreciate your age, nurture and love yourself, use words to uplift, and so much more. Fans of Winfrey will appreciate the audiobook as well as the print version. Read by the author, listening along feels like eavesdropping on an intimate four-hour conversation with Oprah sharing her advice on wringing the most from life. Reprinted with permission. Missourian Publishing Company. Copyright 2015.
Crossword Puzzle Theme: Sweet Tooth ACROSS 1. Face fringe 6. Like a wallflower 9. Something that happened too fast? 13. One hipbone 14. Romanian money 15. Sheep’s clothing, e.g. 16. Bassos, alternative spelling 17. Middle-earth creature 18. Balance sheet item 19. *Peanut _______ 21. *Popular pastry center 23. Exclamation of surprise 24. Duds 25. Tapped at parties 28. Two-masted vessel 30. Orient’s bigwig 34. Misfortunes 36. Not that 38. Australian cockatoo 40. Done after shuffling 41. Popular garden perennial 43. Triathlon ride 44. Part of surgeon’s prep 46. Rudolph, e.g. 47. Affirm 48. Austrian province 50. Ogler 52. Former name of Tokyo 53. Give notice 55. Clinton ___ Rodham 57. *Dessert in honor of a dancer 61. Text treatment 65. French farewell 66. Labour group 68. Kind of salami 69. House coat 70. Little squirt 71. In the company of 72. Bone-dry 73. ___ Khan 74. “Dressed to the _____” DOWN 1. Kind of lettuce 2. Having wings 3. Not final or absolute 4. Vigorous enjoyment 5. Blacksmith shop 6. *____ gin 7. Part of H.M.S. 8. New Mexico’s state flower 9. Portrait sculpture
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One for the books I love books; books to read, books to look at on my shelf, and even books to crack open and smell. Keep your new car smell; I’ll trade it for the scent of a new book any day. I have a collection of books and I will get to them at some point even though the old adage “So many books, so little time,” mocks me. Now, while I have them sitting patiently waiting to be read, there is a book that will have to wait and wait and will never be opened. We happened to get our annual delivery of this item about a week ago. I spied a package on our front porch and it made me giddy with excitement thinking I might have received a special Valentine gift from some secret admirer. I skipped out anticipating a decadent box of chocolates or at the very least a cupid-shaped Chia Pet! No such luck. Disappointment poured over me like hot fudge on a sundae right after a New Year’s resolution’s diet has been broken. I discovered that it was only a big waste of Mother Nature’s national forests — also known as, “the phone book.” Now I know the feeling when kids are expecting an Xbox One for a gift only to end up with a Slinky. Or how I feel when I go out to a restaurant and order a big serving of cheesecake with caramel sauce and strawberry drizzle, and the waitress drops a plate of celery in front of me and says, “Not today fatty.” Okay, well maybe that didn’t quite correlate, but it really made me mad and her tip proved it. Really, who uses these things anymore? Hello, the 20th century is calling. It wants its method of finding information back. They might as well have dropped off a couple of soup cans with strings attached as well. Seriously, the last time I used a phone book was as a booster seat for a small child. However, there was that time that one of my husband’s relatives had an emergency and used it to look up 911, but that’s another story. Other than that, this is the one book that serves absolutely, positively no useful purpose in my house. Oh…yes…except for the cookbook. My husband reminded me of that, but he’s just mad about the 911 crack. Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two selfindulgent 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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10. Mona ____ 11. One who uses something 12. Short for “retired” 15. Pompous windbag 20. Strongly opposed 22. Funerary vase 24. Shiny from moisture 25. *Sour Patch ____ 26. Choose by vote 27. Dazzling 29. “____ Afraid of Virginia Wolf?” 31. *Rum ____ 32. Martini garnish 33. *Alaska’s state 35. Hurtful remark 37. Dog command 39. Parade honoree 42. _____ provocateur
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.
45. Back down 49. Head or john 51. 40th President 54. *Indian yogurt staple that can be sweet or salty 56. Fragrant resin 57. Hemmingway nickname 58. Jewish month 59. Henry ____ 60. “____ your hand” 61. Tiny bit 62. Involved in a secret 63. *Sugar, waffle or cake ____ 64. Droops 67. *Yule ___
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Cinematic Love Connections: ‘50 Shades of Grey’ versus ‘Old-Fashioned’
President’s Day Weekend witnessed a prime example of Hollywood injustice. “50 Shades of Grey,” the big screen adaptation of the notorious best-seller by E.L. James, broke numerous box office records. With a dedicated fan base and two exceptionally good-looking people playing the leads, it could do no less than make movie history. Yet, in terms of true love and romance, “50 Shades” scores a big fat zero. Christian Grey, the hot young entrepreneur, takes a liking to an extremely cute but inexperienced college student named Anastasia Steele. Ana, “50 Shades of Grey” photo courtesy of Focus Features as her friends call her, wants romance, something that Christian is not capable or even willing to give her. What the business magnate can give, however, is discipline and pain. In the BDSM world, Grey is a former submissive turned dominant and a control freak to boot. To have a relationship with Ana, he gives her a legal contract outlining their extracurricular activities. As Ana, Dakota Johnson has a brilliant boardroom scene with Grey discussing the agreement with all the passion of a budget meeting. In a brilliant bit counter-programming, “Old-Fashioned,” a well-constructed indie film, made it to theaters over the same weekend. I saw both films at the Edwards 21 in Irvine: “50 Shades” got the biggest and best auditoriums while “OldFashioned” played in the smallest one. Yet, the indie is superior to the blockbuster in more ways than one. Rik Swartzwelder plays Clay Walsh, a quiet and respectful guy criticized for his seeming outdated ideas on love and
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By Steve Bryan
romance. Clay had a wild past, but now he embraces ideals about loving, respecting and cherishing women. After renting an apartment to Amber Hewson (Elizabeth Ann Roberts), he makes her stand outside when he does repairs because it wouldn’t be proper to be alone with her. On the romance scale, “50 Shades of Grey” and “Old-Fashioned” are miles apart. Christian and Ana’s extreme bedroom behavior actually cannot hold a candle to the affections between Clay and Amber. During their courtship, they even make boxes for each other containing things they want to try, such as getting in the car and just driving. And they each take turns pulling a slip from their box. Getting down to brass tacks, “50 Shades of Grey” is rather tedious. Watching it, I felt like the bored students in “Monty Python’s Meaning of Life” watching a live classroom sex demonstration. By the end of “Old-Fashioned,” I started to cry because the relationship between Clay and Amber is one that most of us look for all our lives. If you want to see some serious smolder, go see “Old-Fashioned.” “Old-Fashioned” is currently playing at the Ronnie’s 20.
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“Old-Fashioned” “Old-Fashioned” photo courtesy of Skoche 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.
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twitter.com/mycnews Wrestlers excel on mat and in class room at Lindenwood Lindenwood University wrestling team had nine members of its regular season MIAA Champion team named to the MIAA Academic Honor Roll. Headlining the group is Kyle Webb, the team’s 141-pound weight division wrestler, who is currently ranked fifth in the country in his weight class. The rest of the nine honorees include wrestlers from varying weight classes and various academic backgrounds. Jordan Brown, Cullen Halpin,Hunter Haralson, Jeff Held, Brandon Howard, Jake Landals, Marcus Prosser, and Tyler Sexton made the list. Some of these wrestlers will see action in the NCAA Division II Super Regional all the way in Mankato, MN on Feb. 28 through March 1. * Double good
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Rascal player gets contract from Rangers The River City Rascals announced that right-handed pitcher Trey Lambert’s contract has been purchased by the Texas Rangers organization. Lambert is now the seventh player from the 2014 Rascals roster to be signed by an MLB-affiliated team. Lambert came to the Rascals last year in June and finished the season with a 3-1 record and a 4.17 ERA. A former Liberty University Flame, he threw 25 strikeouts and one complete game in his time in a Rascals uniform. This 6’4”, 205 lb. pitcher will definitely be missed on the mound in 2015. Rascals Manager Steve Brook had this to say about Lambert, “I am so proud to see Trey advance to the Texas Rangers organization. Lambert worked through some early struggles in our starting rotation but quickly found his home in our 2014 late inning bullpen. He had a sensational second half of the season and was a vital aspect of our playoff run. I wish Trey the best in
his future with the Rangers and have confidence that he will continue to succeed throughout the upper levels of affiliated ball.” * Good luck in the Bigs Indoor football team player leads on and off the field The St. Louis Attack will start their season at the Family Arena on April 4. Bernard Quinn is a giant man, standing 6’3” and weighing in at 290 pounds. But for Quinn, football isn’t his only passion. “My biggest influences in my life are God, my mom, my grandfather, my kids and playing along side my brothers, on and off the field,” he said. He is a native of St. Louis, who graduated from Pattonville High School in suburban St. Louis before attending Southeast Missouri State University. Off the field, Quinn runs the Sole to Soul Foundation, a foundation who lists its vision, as “For every person to have his/her basic needs met.” The mission of the foundation is, “Impacting and changing lives, through servicing the needs of the less fortunate in our communities, cities and beyond on the basis of Faith, Love, Loyalty, and Stewardship.” After dropping the 2014 final game, the Attack are hoping to get back to the X-Bowl in 2015. And this time, Quinn says, they don’t plan on losing. “Our expectations are to win a trophy and a ring!” he said. * Ready in many areas Tune into Your Health Plus Radio Show, Every Saturday at 8 a.m. on KSLQ 104.5 FM For more information go to www.YourHealthPlus.info. One-hundred percent natural products to help focus, reduce stress, more energy, curb your appetite, healthiest coffee, anti-aging serum and more… Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL.com, among many other activities.
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A Mediterranean menu for outdoor entertaining – opa!
When al fresco entertaining calls for some flavorful inspiration, look to the fresh and abundant offerings of Mediterranean cuisine. Inspired by its coastal origins, traditional Greek dishes feature a colorful collection of fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes and grilled fare. Whether you’re serving friends with a themed event or simply enjoying a homemade meal with the family, delicious Greek cuisine is perfect for sharing with those you love.
From raw to roasted, pickled to caramelized, the onion is one of the most versatile vegetables, and is commonly found among the many fresh flavors of this fare. Plus, when you cook with the mighty onion, you’re serving up a good source of vitamin C. The growers and shippers of the Idaho-Eastern Oregon Onion Committee and the National Onion Association offer the following tips about onions: • One large onion, diced equals about 1 cup fresh
Turkey and Onion Meatball Kebabs with Yogurt Dipping Sauce
and 1/4 cup cooked. • Grill and saute onions over low to medium heat. This will bring out a savory, sweet, mellow flavor. High heat can cause the onion to taste bitter. • Store onions in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place with minimal exposure to light. • Keep peeled and cut onions in a sealed container in the refrigerator for seven to 10 days.
Orange, Mint and Onion Salad Servings: 6
Servings: 6 large or 9 small kebabs Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cumin seed 1 cup plain yogurt 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon chopped chives 3/4 teaspoon honey 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 pound ground turkey 3 cloves garlic, chopped 2 teaspoons lemon zest 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 large yellow onion, peeled and cut in thin wedges 1 green pepper, cut into 1-inch dices 12 cherry tomatoes Directions: Heat small pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds to toast. Stir frequently, for about 3 minutes or until seeds are fragrant and slightly browned. Remove seeds to spice grinder or mortar and pestle; grind to moderately fine powder. In medium bowl, combine yogurt, cilantro, chives, honey, salt and 1 teaspoon ground toasted cumin. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. In second medium bowl, combine turkey, garlic, lemon zest, salt, cayenne and 1 teaspoon ground toasted cumin; mix gently but thoroughly. Shape into eighteen 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
Preheat grill. On metal skewers (or bamboo skewers soaked in water 30 minutes), thread meatball, onion wedge, pepper square and cherry tomato. Repeat. Finish skewer with another meatball and onion wedge. Grill until meatballs reach internal temperature of 160°F, turning as needed. Serve immediately with dipping sauce. For mini-skewers, use 2 meatballs, 2 onion wedges, 1 cherry tomato and 1 pepper square on each skewer.
Lentil Salad with Marinated Onions, Roasted Tomatoes and Olives Servings: 6–8 Ingredients: 2–3 medium tomatoes cut into eight wedges 1 (9.5-ounce) jar whole, pitted Greek olives, drained 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 8 thyme sprigs, leaves removed Sea salt 1 1/3 cups lentils 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 2 garlic cloves, pressed 1 medium cucumber, chopped 1 (12-ounce) jar artichoke hearts, sliced 1/4 cup parsley, chopped 3 tablespoons chives, chopped 2/3 cup crumbled feta 1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh ground black pepper Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F. On medium-sized baking sheet lined with parchment paper, arrange tomatoes skin side down. Add drained olives to pan; drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with thyme leaves and sea salt. Roast for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and cool completely.
Cook lentils according to package directions, approximately 20 minutes. While lentils are cooking, place red onion in small bowl. Pour red wine vinegar over onions and sprinkle with sea salt. Stir and let stand at room temperature while lentils are cooking. When lentils finish cooking, drain if needed. In large bowl combine lentils, marinated red onion, garlic and remaining olive oil. Mix well and cool completely. When cool, combine rest of ingredients with lentils. Serve cold.
Ingredients: 3 navel oranges 1/2 sweet yellow onion, peeled and thinly sliced 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn 1/4 cup black olives, oil cured, pitted Vinaigrette: 1/3 cup cider vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup canola oil Directions: For salad, cut top and bottom off each orange so it sits flat on cutting surface. Remove peel and pith (white part) by taking sharp knife and running it down sides of orange from top
to bottom, following shape of each orange. Slice oranges into rounds. Arrange slices, overlapping each other slightly, on large platter. Scatter onion, mint and olives over oranges. For vinaigrette, whisk vinegar with honey, mustard, cinnamon and salt. Slowly add oil while whisking constantly, until well combined. Drizzle vinaigrette over salad and serve immediately. Note: Any leftover dressing can be stored, tightly covered, in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Events Feb. 27: Fish fry Fish fry at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 3 – 8 p.m. All profits go to support Veterans. Call 314831-6121 for more information. Feb. 28: Celebrate Life, Celebrate Local Held from 5 -8 p.m., this event will give attendees the opportunity to sample a wide range of wines, spirits, and chocolate— all while supporting a wonderful cause, SSM Hospice and Home Care Foundation. The Foundry Art Centre is located at 520 North Main Center in St. Charles. Tickets are $50 each. For more information or to register, please call 314-989-2775, 314-9892310 or visit www.celebratelifecelebratelocal.org. Feb. 28: Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Hazelwood School District invites district parents and community members to participate in this training from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Hazelwood School District Learning Center Board Room at 15955 New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant. Lunch will be provided. The National Council for Behavioral Health certifies individuals throughout the nation, including the Hazelwood School District, to provide Youth Mental Health First Aid courses to prepare communities with the knowledge and skills to help individuals who are developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. For more information on Youth Mental Health First Aid, visit www. mentalhealthfirstaid.org. Please reserve your slot by calling 314-9535566 before Feb. 23 and leave your name, phone number and email address or email madam@hazelwoodschools.org Feb. 28-March 1: Arts and crafts fair Arts and crafts fair and omelet breakfast fundraiser for Ritenour High School Jazz Band’s trip to Germany in June 2015 as part of a cultural exchange with Dingolfinger Stadmusikanten band of Dingolfing Germany. Fair is 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Feb. 28 and March 1. Omelet breakfast is 8:30 – 11 a.m. both days. Regular concessions available from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. both days. March 6: Party On the Ice Annual Party On the Ice youth event at the James J. Eagan Center ice rink at #1 James J. Eagan Dr. in Florissant for fifth – eighth grade from 6:30 – 9 p.m. Cost is $5 for residents, $7 for non-residents. There will be DJ music, ice skating, pizza, soda, contests and door prizes! Tickets required upon entry. Tickets are available now at the JJE and JFK Centers. Call 921-4466 or 921-4250 for more information. March 6: Fish fry Fish fry at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 5 – 8 p.m. All profits go to support Veterans. Call 314831-6121 for more information. March 6 and 15: Parenting workshop The Ferguson-Florissant School
District will host a free workshop for parents on Therapeutic Limit Setting at 9:30 a.m. on two consecutive Saturdays, March 6 and 13. The two-hour, two-part workshops will be held in the Staff Development Room at the Administration Building, 1005 Waterford Dr. Parents will learn to enhance the relationship between them and their child; help their child develop self-control; effectively discipline and limit inappropriate behavior; understand a child’s emotional needs; communicate more effectively with their child; and increase confidence as a parent. To register for the workshop, call 314-506-9069 or email tcosentino@fergflor.org. There is limited seating to this event. Light snacks and beverages will be served. This is an adult only activity and childcare will not be provided. March 6: Trivia night The Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce will host their 3rd Annual Trivia Night. A portion of the proceeds go toward the Shriners Hospital for Children. The event will take place at the Moolah Temple at 12545 Fee Fee Road in St. Louis County, doors open at 6 p.m., with games starting at 7 p.m. The cost for a table of 8 is only $160 and seating is limited. Call the chamber office for more information or to reserve your space at 314-576-6603 or www.mhcc.com. March 7: ‘Purses for Pantries’ Designer handbags, vintage pocketbooks, evening clutches and other accessories will be up for ‘grabs’ when Operation Food Search’s third annual ‘Purses for Pantries’ event is held at River City Casino & Hotel Event Center. Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. for the silent auction, followed by a noon luncheon and a live auction that begins at 1 p.m. Prices start at $35 for a single ticket. Reserved tables and other opportunities with sponsorship recognition are also available. To learn more about sponsorships or to inquire about tickets, please contact 314726-5355, extension 24 or Derek. May@OperationFoodSearch.org March 7: Book signing Thistle and Clover invites you to come meet Frank Muhm, author of “Passage to 2838.” Frank will read from his book and sign copies from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Thistle and Clover is located at 407 South Main Street, in Saint Charles. March 7: Snack with Spiderman Join the Florissant Parks & Recreation Department at the John F. Kennedy Community Center from 2 – 3 p.m. for a snack with your favorite neighborhood superhero, Spiderman! Kids will enjoy a snack with Spiderman and he will be here to teach kids the Superhero Oath, play games, and take pictures. Cost for residents is $10 and for nonresidents $15. Registration begins for Florissant residents Feb. 2 and for non-residents Feb. 9 at both community centers. Preregistration is required. The event will be cancelled if minimum participation is not met so please register early. Only children need to register and pay. This event is for children ages 10 and under and their parents or adult guests. For additional information contact the JFK center 314-
921-4250 or JJE center 314-9214466.
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March 7: Wurstmarkt/sausage dinner Dinner goes from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. (Please note time change from past years) at St. Peters Evangelical UCC at 1425 Stein Road (corner of Stein and West Florissant). Dine in or carry out, walk-ins welcome. Cost for adults is $10 and for children (ages 5-12) $5. All you can eat. Proceeds from the dinner will be going to support the Ferguson Youth Initiative Organization. For ticket information call 521-5694 or 831-3822.
March 14: Flea market Flea market at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact Richard at 314-837-7057 for more information.
March 7: Kick-off party Trailnet’s annual kick-off party, Beans, Bikes & Brews, will be held from 6 - 9 p.m. at a new downtown venue, T-REX on Washington Avenue. Attendees may join or renew a Trailnet membership, explore programs that build community and advocate for safer streets, and check out volunteer opportunities. Trailnet will provide all of the chili, both meat and vegetarian, at this year’s party. Attendees can choose to bring sides, salads, or desserts. Tickets are $5 per person if you bring a dish and $10 per person if you do not bring a dish. The event is free to children and all 2014 Trailnet volunteers. Beer, wine, and soda will be available for a donation (no outside drinks allowed). To register, volunteer, and for more information visit http://trailnet.org/calendar/beans-bikes-brews-2/. March 8: Pancake breakfast The annual Florissant Old Town Partners all you can eat pancake breakfast will be held from 8 a.m. – noon, on the lower level of the Wedding Chapel located at 646 rue St. Francois. Cost for adults $6, for children $3. Price includes pancakes, sausage, and beverages, and a chance to win one of four $25.00 attendance prizes. For more information call 837-0033 March 8: Movie screening “Wings,” winner of the first Academy Award for Best Picture, will be screened at 2 p.m. at The Scottish Rite Auditorium at 3633 Lindell Blvd. in St. Louis. The silent movie will be accompanied Dr. Marvin Faulwell on the recently restored 1924, 56 rank Kimball Pipe Organ. Donations accepted for the benefit of St. Louis Theatre Organ Society (501c3) and the Walker Scottish Rite Clinic for Children (501c3). (http://www.srclinic.org/) This is an exclusive one time only showing. Parking garage located at the rear of the building off Olive Street (available for $10/car). Please contact the Saint Louis Theatre Organ Society (http://sltos.org) for additional information. March 8: BB gun meat shoot BB gun meat shoot at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois starts at 1 p.m. All profits go to support Veterans. Call 314-831-6121 for more information. March 11: Karaoke Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support Veterans. Call
March 14: Breakfast Breakfast at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 8 – 10 a.m. All profits go to support Veterans. Call 314831-6121 for more information. March 14: Texas hold ‘em Texas hold ‘em with $10 buy in and great prizes at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois starts at 5 p.m. All profits go to support Veterans. Call 314831-6121 for more information. March 18: “A Night with the Girls” SSM DePaul Health Center is bringing the interactive format of popular health TV shows like Dr. OZ to the women of St. Louis. Women of all ages are invited to a fun night out where they can ask personal health questions and gain insight about women’s health while being pampered in a relaxed environment. Featured guests include specialists in family medicine and obstetrics & gynecology, cardiology and breast care. Event includes a spa-like experience complete with chair massages, hors d’oeuvres and wine tasting and runs from 6:30-8 p.m. at SSM DePaul Health Center May Center at 12303 DePaul Drive in St. Louis. To register or for more information, please call toll free 866-SSM-DOCS (866-776-3627). March 20: Trivia night Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) Midwest Chapter and the St. Louis Support Group are hosting the Second Annual St. Louis Trivia Night in support of pulmonary hypertension (PH) from 6 – 11:30 p.m. at Orlando’s Banquet Center at 2050 Dorsett Village in Maryland Heights. Individual registration cost is $25 while teams of eight players are $200; Registration includes trivia, beer, wine, welldrinks, and soda. www.events.org/ PHATrivia15 March 21: Taste of North County The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce and the City of Florissant will co-sponsor the 27th Anniversary of the Chamber’s Business Showcase, featuring a “Taste of North County.” from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the James J. Eagan Community Center in Florissant. The public is invited to attend the event to learn more about local businesses and organizations and the products and services they offer to the community. Special attractions will include health screenings and activities for children. There is no charge to attend the Business Showcase. The event will also feature a “Taste of North County,” showcasing local restaurants. An area of the community center will be roped off for this event. For a nominal fee of $5 for adults, $2 Children 4-10 yrs, Children 3 and under are free. The chamber is seeking vendors for both the Business Showcase and the “Taste of North County.” The event is open to both chamber members
and non-members. For more information on exhibitor fees, call the chamber office at 314-831-3500 or visit www.greaternorthcountychamber.com. March 21: Arts and crafts fair Sponsored by the Overland Community Center, this event will be held at the Overland Community Center located at 9225 Lackland Road in St Louis from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. This spring craft fair will feature hand-made items or items of a craft nature. A food concession will be available to customers and all vendors between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. The registration deadline for all vendor applicants is March 19 and the cost for the first table, whether it is one eight-foot rectangular table or one 60” round table with twochairs, is $25. Any additional table after the purchase of the first table is $5 at table. For more information or to request an application, contact the Overland Community Center at 314-4280490. March 22: Sausage dinner Calvary UCC on the corners of Graceland and Hartland in Sycamore Hills will host their annual sausage dinner from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The menu is pork sausage, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, sauerkraut, applesauce, bread and dessert. The cost is $10.50 for adults / $5.00 for children ages 4-10 in advance and $11.00 for adults / $5.50 for children at the door. Children 3-andunder are free. To order advance tickets contact the church office at 314-429-7464 leave your name and phone number and someone will contact you. March 28: Fight for Air Climb The 2015 Fight for Air Climb is a unique fundraising event for the American Lung Association in Missouri. It’s a stair climb of the tallest building in St. Louis at Metropolitan Square; 211 North Broadway at 8 a.m. Almost ninety cents of every dollar raised goes directly to education, research and advocacy. There are four ways to participate; by starting a team, joining a team, joining as an individual or volunteering. Registration is open online at www.FightForAirClimb.org or by calling 314-645-5505. March 28: Razzle Dazzle Ball “Fire & Ice” Razzle Dazzle Ball, presented by Saint Louis Crisis Nursery will take place from 6 - 11 p.m. at the Sheraton Westport Lakeside Chalet located at191 Westport Plaza in St. Louis County.Admission is $150 per person; Call (314)292.5770 for more information or visit www.crisisnurserykids.org. Enjoy mouthwatering food and desserts, live entertainment and the presentation of the Nursery’s highest honor, the coveted H.U.G.S. & K.I.S.S.E.S. Awards. Festivities include the ultimate Champagne and Diamond Extravaganza and an exciting silent and live auction. The Razzle Dazzle Ball helps Crisis Nursery fund programs to protect children from abuse and neglect. April 18: Support Dogs Tacky Ball 2015 Event runs from 6 - 11 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis Riverfront
www.mycnews.com • Community News • February 25, 2015 (at the Arch) located at 315 Chestnut Street. Evening includes dinner, open bar, and entertainment, live and silent auction. Cost is $150 per person. Special Hyatt reservation rates available. For more information or to make a reservation, call 314-997-2325. April 18: Legacy Fundraising Dinner and Silent Auction North County Christian School (NCCS) will host their annual Legacy Dinner and Silent Auction at 6 p.m. in the school cafeteria. The fundraising dinner will celebrate the ongoing legacy of excellence in Christian education established by the school in its 50+ year history. Dr. Glen Schultz, founder of Kingdom Education Ministries, will be the featured speaker for the event. Current families, alumni, and friends of Christian schools are encouraged to attend. Tickets are $25 per person, or $200 for a table of eight and must be purchased by April 10. Call 314-972-6227 for more information or to purchase tickets. NCCS is located at 845 Dunn Rd in Florissant. April 18: Spring Trivia night Trinity Catholic High School Spring Trivia Night sponsored by the Trinity Parent Organization doors open at 6:30 p.m. and trivia begins at 7 p.m. Tables of eight - $120, beer and soda provided - players are welcome to bring in anything they wish to eat or drink. Must be 21 years of age or older to attend. For reservations e-mail Mary Pat Grumich at marypatgrumich@att.net or call 314-740-2356. April 18: Trivia night In addition to trivia there will be a silent auction, games and raffles. Three beer tickets, light snacks and soda provided; no BYOB, please. Cash prize for first and second place. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., trivia begins at 6:30 p.m. at St. Barnabas’ Episcopal Church at 2900 St. Catherine Street in Florissant (opposite McCluer North High School). Cost is $20 per person/$160 per table. For tickets or for more information call 314-837-7113. May 2: St. Louis Strollathon The International Rett Syndrome Foundation (IRSF), now known as Rettsyndrome.org, will host its eighth annual St. Louis Strollathon with registration starting at 9 a.m. and the walk beginning at 10 a.m. The one-mile familyfriendly stroll, which will be held at Tilles Park’s Gloria Rodgers Shelter located at 9551 Litzsinger Rd. in Ladue, includes a visit from Fredbird, entertainment and food. All proceeds will benefit Rett Syndrome research. Donations are appreciated. For more information, call Strollathon chair Joyce SUDOKU answers from page 8
Opinsky at 314-878-0868, e-mail her at stlstrollathon@gmail.com, or visit the organization’s web site at www.rettsyndrome.org. May 6: Food Truck Feast Trinity Catholic’s second Food Truck Feast will take place just from 5 -8 p.m. at 1720 Redman Road in St. Louis. Six of St. Louis’ favorite food trucks will gather in the school parking lot with plenty of delicious items for you to try! A portion of the proceeds from each truck will benefit the Trinity Catholic TPO and Booster Club. All are welcome and admission is free. Tours of the school are also available before of after you eat. For more information contact Paul Manganelli at 314-972-6000. May 16: Stray Dog Soiree - Toads and Tiaras A magical night of cocktails, dinner, auctions and festivities benefiting Stray Dog Theatre and youth programs. Held at Tower Grove Abbey at 2336 Tennessee Avenue in St. Louis at 6 pm. Cost is $175 per person. For more information contact 314-865-1995 or visit www.straydogtheatre.org. 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 314-993-6134 for more information. Mondays: Karaoke at DeLeo’s Cafe & Deli 2782 North Hwy 67, Florissant, 8 - 10:30pm, 314.839.3880. 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.
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Free tax preparation available for low income households United Way 2-1-1 in partnership with four local tax coalitions are offering free tax preparation to St. Louis area families. The program, which began on Jan. 24 for families who had a household income of less than $53,000 in 2014, helped nearly 19,000 people last year. Interested individuals may contact United Way 2-1-1 or 1-800-427-4626 to get additional information on qualifications for free help, locations, dates and the related documents (listed below) clients should bring to the sites. The sites operate by appointment or on a walk-in basis. “The partnership between United Way 2-11 and our local tax coalitions is extremely valuable to our region,” said Debbie Irwin,
community economic development director, United Way of Greater St. Louis. “Working families often pay unnecessary fees for tax preparation, including rapid refund, electronic filing fees and check cashing fees. It’s our hope that we will be able to alleviate a financial burden for a number of families this tax season and ensure they get all of the tax credits they qualify for.” Locations, dates and times for Saturday walk-in sites are listed below for the free tax preparation services for those with a 2014 household income of less than $53,000. For all other locations and times, call United Way 2-1-1 or 1-800-427-4626.
Super Saturdays no appointment necessary at these locations City of St. Louis Etzel Place Community Center 5888 Plymouth, St. Louis 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays: Jan. 31 – March 28 Five Star Senior Center 2832 Arsenal St., St. Louis 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays: Jan. 31 – April 4 (closed Feb. 21) Friendly Temple MB Church 5515 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr., St. Louis 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturdays: Jan. 31 – April 11 Myrtle Hilliard Davis Comprehensive Health Center 5471 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, St. Louis 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Jan.31 – April 11 Mission St. Louis 4366 Manchester Ave., St. Louis 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Saturdays:Feb. 28, March 14, 28
New City Fellowship 1142 Hodiamont Ave., St. Louis 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturdays: Jan. 31 – Feb. 14, Feb. 28, March 14, March 28-April 11 Schlafly Library – with UM-St. Louis 225 North Euclid, St. Louis 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturdays: Feb. 7 – April 11 St. Mary’s High School 4701 S. Grand Ave., St. Louis 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Saturday: Feb. 28 Westside Missionary Baptist Church 4675 Page Blvd., St. Louis 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturdays: Jan. 31 – April 4 (closed March 21 and 28)
St. Louis County Believers Word Temple 2115 Chambers Rd., St. Louis 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Saturday: Feb. 28
Lincoln University 9041 Riverview Dr., St. Louis 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays: Jan. 31 – March 28
Daybreak-Trinity Mount Carmel MB Church 11575 Old Halls Ferry Rd., Florissant 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturdays: Jan. 31 – April 11 (closed April 4)
Lucas Crossing Elementary School 7837 Natural Bridge Rd., St. Louis 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Saturday: Feb. 28
Ferguson Municipal Library – with UM-St. Louis 35 North Florissant Rd., Ferguson 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturdays: Feb.7 – April 11
RTR/DCC (Deaf Community Center) – Sign language interpreters available 8764 Manchester Rd., Ste 201, St. Louis 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday: Feb. 28
Please bring the following documents with you to the preparation: All W-2’s and 1099’s Social Security Card(s) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number(s) - ITIN - for all family members Valid picture ID for taxpayer and spouse (driver’s license or state ID or passport) Copy of your 2013 tax return 1098 or real estate tax receipt Proof of unemployment compensation
Copy of a voided check or bank account and routing numbers for direct deposit Proof of child care expenses If married and filing jointly then both spouses must be present to sign paperwork Parcel number (Illinois homeowners only) Form 1095-A: proof of health insurance from the Marketplace.
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Paraprosdokian Editor’s note: Joe Morice is currently recovering from illness and has taken some time off. Until his return we will run some of Joe’s favorite columns.
Paraprosdokian is a figure of speech in which the latter part of a sentence or phrase is surprising or unexpected and frequently used in humorous situations. According to experts, it derives from combining ancient Greek words meaning “against expectation.” The following versions traveled the net for a while and brought laughter, a much needed commodity in our present world. I can’t help sharing. • I asked God for a bike, but I know God doesn’t work that way. So I stole a bike and asked for forgiveness. • Do not argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level and beat you with experience. • The last thing I want to do is hurt you. But it’s still on my list.
• Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak. • If I agreed with you, we’d both be wrong. • We never really grow up; we only learn how to act in public. • War does not determine who is right - only who is left. • Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad. • Evening news is where they begin with “Good evening,” and then proceed to tell you why it isn’t. (Should have included it takes six talking heads giggling at each other and 50 commercials to do it.) • To steal ideas from one person is plagiarism. To steal from many is research. • A bus station is where a bus stops. A train station is where a train stops. On my desk, I have a work station. • I thought I wanted a career. Turns out I just wanted paychecks. • Whenever I fill out an application, in the part that says, “In case of emergency, notify:” I put “DOCTOR.” • I didn’t say it was your fault, I said I was blaming you. • Women will never be equal to men until they can walk down the street with a bald head and a beer gut, and still think they are sexy. • Behind every successful man is his woman. Behind the fall of a successful man is usually another woman. • A clear conscience is the sign of a fuzzy memory.
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• You do not need a parachute to skydive. You only need a parachute to skydive twice. • Money can’t buy happiness, but it sure makes misery easier to live with. • There’s a fine line between cuddling and holding someone down so they can’t get away. • I used to be indecisive. Now I’m not so sure. • You’re never too old to learn something stupid. • To be sure of hitting the target, shoot first and call whatever you hit the target. • Nostalgia isn’t what it used to be. • Change is inevitable, except from a vending machine. • Going to church doesn’t make you a Christian any more than standing in a garage makes you a car. • A diplomat is someone who tells you to go to hell in such a way that you look forward to the trip. • Hospitality is making your guests feel at home even when you wish they were. • I always take life with a grain of salt – plus a slice of lemon and a shot of tequila. • When tempted to fight fire with fire, remember that the fire department usually uses water. • ...and from the immortal Groucho Marx, “I’ve had a perfectly wonderful evening, but this wasn’t it.” Joe Morice is Community News’s blue-collar philosopher. He was born and raised in Missouri and spent most of his childhood on a farm and adulthood operating heavy equipment. He has no formal training as a writer, unless a lifetime of writing about any and everything counts. The opinions expressed in this column are Joe Morice’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.