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Photo by Doug Garbs Vendors and visitors interact at a previous year’s Greater North County Chamber of Commerce Business Showcase. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, March 19.

2016 North County Business Showcase lets businesses show their stuff

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By Sara Hardin North County businesses will have the opportunity to promote their services to the community this Saturday, March 19 at the 2016 North County Business Showcase. The event, co-sponsored by the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce, the City of Florissant, North County Incorporated and Christian Hospital, will be held at the James J. Eagan Community Center in Florissant from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “We’ll have over 60 exhibitors at the showcase,” said Carolyn Marty, President of the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce. “It will be a great opportunity for the community to come and check out what great services and products are offered right here in

North County.” While parents browse the event’s various exhibits, the little ones can enjoy the games, face painting and balloons provided at the Kids Corner, a feature sponsored by Ferguson-Florissant School District. There is no charge to attend the showcase, and families and all North County residents are encouraged to attend. Bret Berigan, Public Relations Manager for Christian Hospital, explains that the Business Showcase offers a special chance for the hospital and local businesses to connect with residents in a setting that promotes the continued growth and well-being of the community.

“The business showcase is a nice opportunity to interact with the community and share the services of Christian Hospital,” said Berigan. “We’re here for the people, and it’s a nice way to have some face-to-face interaction with the community.” Attendees to the Business Showcase are encouraged to visit the 10 “Hot Spot” booths at the event for a chance to win a $250 Visa Gift Card, a $50 Hendel’s Restaurant Gift Card, and a Papa Murphy’s Family Feast basket. To learn more about the 2016 North County Business Showcase, call the Greater North County Chamber office at 314-831-3500.

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In This Issue...

Around Town Girl Scouts share cookies and time with first responders and more.

School Ritenour Superintendent named Administrator of the Year by MIPA and more.

Business Lighthouse for the Blind wins $19.5 million contract from Defense Logistics Agency.

Learn & Play Cindy Moore’s take on life.

Special Section Greater North County Business Showcase

Sports Local sports with Gary B.

Recipe Spring into Easter with reinvented family recipes.

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Greater North County Chamber Board of Directors supports Prop B The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors at the March Board meeting voted to endorse Proposition B, which is on the April 5 ballot in the chamber-member cities of Bellefontaine Neighbors, Cool Valley and Florissant. Proposition B would allow those cities

to continue applying and collecting the local sales tax on the titling of motor vehicles, trailers, boats, and outboard motors that were purchased from a source other than a licensed Missouri dealer. The Chamber Board of Directors recognizes that a rejection of this measure would result in a reduction of local reve-

nue to provide vital services in those cities and it would place Missouri dealers of motorized vehicles, outboard motors, boats, and trailers at a competitive disadvantage to non-Missouri dealers of those items. Many North County cities, including Hazelwood and Ferguson, have already passed similar propositions.

Municipalities using REJIS court system launch new online public portal A new website will provide a very convenient way for the public to check their pending cases, outstanding fines/ court costs and other information that will assist them in resolving those cases. The information can be accessed at municourt.net. Area municipal court administrators, prosecutors and judges have worked with the Regional Justice Information Service (REJIS) Commission to create a very user friendly tool to access this information. This is just another way to show that our municipal courts are responsive to the needs of the public and strive to make the judicial system a more positive experience. On occasion, people lose their copy of a traffic ticket, forget a

court date or need information about a case and this website will provide a quick, convenient way to access that information. People can enter their name, case number, ticket number or court date to locate the information they need. The website is intuitive and user friendly. This website will only include information from the municipal courts that use REJIS services. The REJIS Commission is a government entity created to provide information technology services to criminal justice and government agencies. REJIS was founded in 1974 under a cooperative agreement between St. Louis City and St. Louis County.

City of Ferguson names final four chief of police candidates The city of Ferguson has named the final four candidates for the position of chief of police after an extensive nationwide search. The city of Ferguson’s Human Resources Department conducted the search to fill the vacancy left by Interim Chief Andre Anderson, who submitted his resignation effective Dec. 2, 2015. The city closed its application process for the chief of police position on Jan. 22, receiving 54 applications from candidates across the United States. The top six candidates were invited to interview in Ferguson with the following panels: Ferguson residents, Ferguson City Council members, and law enforcement executives and criminal justice experts. The panels narrowed the candidate pool from six to four. The top four candidates were then interviewed by Ferguson department supervisors, members of the Ferguson Police Department and a group of Ferguson residents. “We understand the importance of choosing the next leader of the Ferguson Police Department,” said Ferguson City Manager, De’Carlon Seewood. “We carefully selected candidates we felt had the experience to move the Ferguson Police Department forward, including someone who could immediately work with the community.” City Manager De’Carlon Seewood will decide which candidate will move to the final phase, which includes an extensive back-

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ground check from search the firm Baker Eubanks. The background process will last approximately two weeks. Seewood is expected to announce the new Ferguson Police Chief by April. The four final candidates are in alphabetical order: Mark Becker currently serves as the Chief of Police for the East Chicago, Indiana Police Department. Prior to that he served as the Chief of the Portage, Indiana Police Department. Brenda Jones currently serves as a Behavioral Specialist for Macon Charter Academy. She has over 28 years of law enforcement experience. She formerly served as the Chief of Police for the City of Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Frank McCall Jr. currently serves as the Chief of Police for Berkeley, Missouri. McCall has participated in the FBI National Academy (221st Session), United States Department of Justice, the Missouri State Highway Patrol Executive Development Program and various Leadership/Management Development Programs. Delrish L. Moss currently serves as the supervisor of Miami Police Department’s Public Information/Community Relations Section. He is the current President of the Miami Police Athletic League, a not-for-profit organization that pairs police officers with community children and builds relationships through sports and academic activities.

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Girl Scouts share cookies and time with first responders

Submitted photo A troop of 16 Girl Scouts in kindergarten through fifth grade in the Normandy School District hosted a Milk and Cookies party for the firefighters at Northeast Fire Protection.

Girl Scout troops throughout eastern Missouri hosted Milk and Cookies parties at their local fire stations and police stations, handing out cookies, singing songs, presenting Girl Scout Cookie trivia and asking the first responders about their careers. Chante Lynom, who leads a troop of 16 Girl Scouts in kindergarten through fifth grade in the Normandy School District, said her troop’s event benefitted the firefighters at Northeast Fire Protection. “The Milk and Cookies party showed the girls that it’s good to give back, especially to first responders who come to your home in an emer-

gency,” she said. “They learned that it’s important to take time and show that they care, and that they’re glad the firefighters are in our community.” Lynom said her Girl Scouts also learned about firefighting as a career, as well as fire safety and what to do if you’re in a fire. The troop got a tour of the fire station and witnessed a firefighter in full protective gear. “Both the girls and the firefighters enjoyed the event,” Lynom said. “They thanked us for the cookies and milk, and asked us to come back, and not to wait until this time next year!”

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City of Hazelwood offers Easter egg hunts for adults and children

Photo courtesy city of Hazelwood More than 12,000 Easter eggs will be hidden throughout White Birch Park, which will be divided into sections for five age groups, at this year’s Easter Eggstravaganza on March 26, in Hazelwood.

People of all ages can hunt for Easter Eggs this year in the city of Hazelwood. The Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Division is hosting its 12th Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, March 18, at White Birch Park at 1186 Teson Road. Plus, the city of Hazelwood is hosting its popular Easter Eggstravaganza for kids, ages 10 and under, on March 26 at the same park. Who said Easter Egg Hunts were just for kids? People, age 21 and over, can relive their childhood memories by participating in Hazelwood’s yearly Adult Easter Egg Hunt on March 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. A limited number of tickets are available for purchase for $10 each at either Civic Center East or the Hazelwood Community Center. Once the tickets are gone, the event is sold out. All participants on the hunt grounds must have a ticket and be at least 21 years old. Participants are urged to bring flashlights and Easter baskets to search for thousands of hidden eggs with a limited number of them containing special prizes. Registration begins at 7 p.m. and the egg hunt starts at 8 p.m. Those who attend

the event can bring their own beverages, coolers and lawn chairs, but keep glass containers at home. A DJ will be playing favorite song hits throughout the night. Thousands of Easter eggs will be hidden for kids, ages 10 and under, to find at this year’s Easter Eggstravaganza on March 26 at White Birch Park. Starting time is 10 a.m. sharp. Admission is free and open to the public. The park will be divided into different sections for the following age groups: under 24 months (tennis courts); ages 2-3; ages 4-5; ages 6-7; and ages 8-10. Raffles for a bike to be given to one girl and one boy will be conducted for each age group. The event will feature an egg hunt and a visit from the Easter Bunny. 2016 Miss Hazelwood Alexia Rainey will be escorting the Easter Bunny around the park grounds to pass out candy and allow children to have their pictures taken with him. For information on the 12th Annual Adult Easter Egg Hunt or the Easter Eggstravaganza, please contact the Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Office at 314-731-0980.

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Garrett Elementary, in the Hazelwood School District, was recently recognized by Solution Tree for its sustained success in raising student achievement. Garrett’s successful implementation of the Professional Learning Communities (PLC) at Work process was a major contributing factor in the improved achievement of its students. Garrett was one of about 200 schools and districts in the US and Canada to receive this honor. Responding to news of the recognition, Dr. Erik Melton, principal of Garrett said, “My staff works hard every day to help our students succeed. We are honored to receive this recognition and we feel strongly about the path that our school is on.” PLC’s are schools in which educators recognize that the key to improved learning for students is on-going education for the adults who serve those students. The three big ideas of a PLC call upon educators to focus on learning, build a col-

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laborative culture and create a results orientation. Schools are recognized based on strict criteria, including demonstration of a commitment to PLC concepts, implementation of these concepts for at least three years, and clear evidence of improved student learning over that period. Once measurable results can be seen, the school must explain its practices, structures, and culture and submit its application for consideration by the PLC Review Committee. “I am happy to see the Garrett staff recognized for their hard work toward building a strong professional learning community,” said Dr. Eric Arbetter, assistant superintendent for curriculum and elementary education. “Dr. Melton and the Garrett teachers work hard every day to ensure that all students succeed. They use their data seamlessly to drive their instructional decisions.” Solution Tree is a leading provider of educational strategies and tools that improve staff and student performance.

Ritenour Superintendent named Administrator of the Year by MIPA Ritenour Superintendent Dr. Chris Kilbride was named the 2016 Administrator of the Year by the Missouri Interscholastic Press Association (MIPA) for his outstanding support of Ritenour High School’s student journalism program. MIPA’s judge praised Kilbride for bringing the district’s nationally-recognized high school journalism program to new heights since Ritenour High School opened its new Media Convergence Center in 2014. The center is the home to the KRHS Media radio station, television studio, and creative convergence areas for video pro-

duction, student newspaper and yearbook. Of particular note, the judge was impressed with Kilbride’s support of KRHS Media students’ coverage of national news that impacted their community. “The St. Louis area and Missouri as a whole have faced significant challenges over the past year,” said the MIPA judge. “…Dr. Kilbride has shown no fear in allowing the students to report on some of the most important issues of their lives. Indeed, the students’ reporting on race relations has attracted positive coverage in the St. Louis media — quite a feat.”

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First-year teachers in the Hazelwood School District (HSD) recently attended the Teacher Induction Training Program at Early Childhood East. During the training, first-year teachers had the opportunity to listen and interact with a panel of experienced Hazelwood teachers from throughout the district. The Teacher Induction Program is a districtwide initiative for all first Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District and second year teachers Panelists participate in the Teacher Induction Training Program for the Hazelwood School District. and it fits right in with the number two goal of HSD, “enhancing profesDuring the session, some of the professional sional development.” development topics that teachers learn include “The Teacher Induction Program is an essen- classroom management, instructional strategies, tial program for first and second year teachers evaluation, data analysis and how to strengthen because it provides on-going support and quality parent-teacher relationships. mentoring for teachers entering our profession,” The panelists in this session included Raysaid Tracy Hinds, instructional specialist and mond Butler, Armstrong physical education teacher induction program facilitator at Arm- teacher; Kim Neeley, Keeven Elementary secstrong Elementary. “The trend that teachers with ond grade teacher; Nicole Frank, Twillman Elless than five years’ experience leave the profes- ementary kindergarten teacher and Teacher of sion in high numbers is starting to change. One the Year; Sarah Manning, Lusher Elementary, explanation for this change can be attributed to Special School District; Elize Meyer, Barrington quality professional development and mentoring Elementary fourth grade teacher and Ciana Lathey receive during their first years,” Hinds said. grone, Armstrong fourth grade teacher.

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Business

Lighthouse for the Blind wins $19.5 million contract from Defense Logistics Agency Lighthouse for the BlindSaint Louis (LHB), a notfor-profit manufacturing and packaging organization with a dedicated social service mission, has won a $19.5 million contract from the Defense Logistics Agency, which is the Department of Defense's largest logistics combat support agency. One segment of the twophase, seven year, non-compete contact is for manufacturing, packaging, order fulfillment and shipping of paints, primers and latex paint. That segment is valued $17,545,856. The other contract segment is for manufacturing, packaging, order fulfillment and shipping of corrosion preventative compounds. That segment is valued at $1,954,681. John Thompson, president of Lighthouse for the Blind-Saint Louis, also known as LHB Industries., Inc., said, “Our entire team is extremely proud to be awarded this very significant contract. In addition, we are especially honored that Lt. Gen. Andrew E. Busch, director of the Defense Logistics Agency, personally visited our plants last week to meet and

talk with employees at every level. “Not every company gets to meet a three-star general,” Thompson said. “We consider General’s Busch’s visit a testament to the high quality of our skilled employees and our diverse, high quality products.” Brian Houser, LHB director of sales and marketing, said, “We received our initial incoming product orders from the DLA under the new contract the week of Feb. 8. All departments of the U.S. military will use these Lighthouse products, including the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines and Coast Guard.” LHB will not hire additional full-time employees in the near term, but will engage temporary or part time employees, as needed, to fulfill the DLA contact, Houser said. LHB has a total of 47 legally blind employees at two manufacturing plants in St. Louis County; approximately 36 of that number will be involved with the DLA contract. Order entry and contract administration will occur at LHB’s headquarters plant in Overland; manufacturing will occur at

Submitted photo LHB President John Thompson (left) stands with Lt. Gen. Andrew E. Busch, director of the Defense Logistics Agency.

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Taking a load off creatures, such as the tooth fairy, the Easter bunny and the trustworthy politician. Each morning their drawers would be filled with clean clothes, socks and underpants; all neatly stacked and arranged in their dressers. But I never received this kind of recognition; no magazine write-up, no words of praise, not so much as even a high five much less a, “Thanks mom for washing my drawers and not forcing me to go commando during gym class.” As the years passed, so too did the “thrill” of doing laundry. At times the washing would be left in one of these four stages. One: dirty in the hamper. Two: wet and washed but ignored and clinging up against the drum of the washer gathering mold. Three: dry but ignored lying cold and knotted up in the drum of the dryer. Four: clean, but piled up Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making left to wrinkle and take on the sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box shape of the laundry basket. includes all the digits 1 through 9. One time, the lint filter of the dryer had been ignored for so long that I was able to knit an entire sweater and two pot holders out of the fibers that had accumulated. So I’m thrilled that men have taken an interest in this drudgery. I say, “Have at it!” You actually may earn the title of Laundermeister. But caution, while you may master the fine intricacies of the washroom, don’t get too haughty in your achievements because you’ll still never be able to fold a fitted sheet.

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Sports you see with Gary B... Cottleville St. Patrick’s ‘Run for the Helmet’ had firefighters running in full gear You heard me right, several of the firefighters from different engine houses took on the 7K run (4.3496 miles) wearing gear that they have on every time they protect us from different hazards.

Submitted photo Firefighters participate in the Cottleville St. Patrick’s ‘Run for the Helmet’ on Saturday.

They ran with about 45 to 70 pounds of extra weight throughout the streets of Cottleville with tremendous ovations from the onlookers on the route. The winner of the 7K run came in at about 24 minutes and the first firefighter to cross the line came in at 48. You can watch interviews of some of these first responders along with actual footage of them finishing the race. It will be posted on www.StPatParade.org next week. * THAT is being in shape www.byerlyrv.com

62 days before River City Rascal baseball Lindenwood Lion takes title on mat Terrel Wilbourn won the NCAA Division II National Wrestling title in the 157-pound weight division that took place on Friday and Saturday at Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The Francis Howell Central native also completed an undefeated season, Submitted photo winning 25 matches. His Terrel Wilbourn perfect season included a title at the Maryville Kaufman-Brand Open in November, four major decisions, one technical fall and five pins. He won four decisions to capture the title including a first round match that went three overtimes. Wilbourn surpassed his second place finish last year. For more details go to www.Lindenwood.edu.

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* Drew Morris / Graduate Assistant for Sports Information Over 140 total points scored in an indoor football victory for the Raiders The River City Raiders professional indoor football team plays in the Northern Division of the American Indoor Football league with home games at the Family Arena in St. Charles. The visiting West Michigan Ironmen came out of the locker room ready to play and led the Raiders 28-7 after the first quarter. Coach Corey Bethany rallied his squad to cut the lead of the Ironmen to 11 by the half 35-24. The third quarter saw the home team more than double their score to take a 58-54 lead going into the fourth quarter. Early in the last quarter, the West Michigan team led by two points by the Raiders defense shut the door and the hometown team won the game with a 75-68 score to improve their record to 2-0. The next home contest is when the Cincinnati Bulldogs come to town April 3 for a 3:05 p.m. game. You can listen to the game with Todd Blackstock and David Solomon on 590 AM or www.590TheFan.com. * Offense, offense, offense Two athletes pickup ‘Pitcher of the Week’ honors at UMSL The University of Missouri-St. Louis is proud to announce Hannah Perryman and Austin Simokaitis achieved honors in their respected sport last week for the Tritons. Senior Hannah Perryman was named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Pitcher of the Week in softball, by the league office. She went 4-0 last week for UMSL, which posted a 5-0 record and had a 0.26 ERA, surrendering just one run in 27 innings pitched while striking out 45. Senior Austin Simokaitis was named the Great Lakes Valley Conference Pitcher of the Week in baseball for his accomplishments. He had a hand in all three UMSL victories against Illinois Springfield last week in nonconference action. Simokaitis also recorded three saves while limiting the Prairie Stars to .182 batting in three innings. He struck out five batters during that time, allowed two hits, and did not issue a walk. For more information go to www.UMSLTritons.com * Great arms

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Recipe

Spring into Easter with reinvented family recipes Vegetable casseroles and carrot cake have been Easter menu mainstays for decades, but with the majority of millennials now hosting holiday family gatherings, retro dishes are getting a flavorful facelift with new ingredients and flavor twists. Chef Kevan Vetter of the McCormick Kitchens offers these tips to put a new spin on Easter favorites: • Liven up the Easter ham with a spicy-sweet glaze of apricot jam, pineapple juice and chipotle chili pepper. Brush on a spiral-cut ham before roasting in the oven.

• Upgrade a traditional vegetable casserole by sprinkling a layer of cheddar cheese and topping with potato tots. Bake until the tots are crisp and golden brown and the casserole is bubbly. • Combine two classic Easter desserts in one; swirl carrot cake batter into a smooth and creamy cheesecake base with a hint of lemon. Bake and cut into bars. Elevate your holiday meal with these creative updates to Easter classics. For more recipes and tips, check out McCormick.com and visit McCormick Spice on Facebook and Pinterest.

Carrot Cake Swirled Cream Cheese Bars Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 40 minutes | Servings: 24 Ingredients: 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour, divided 2 cups sugar, divided 1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick Ground Cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon McCormick Ground Nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup vegetable oil 4 eggs, divided 2 teaspoons McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract 1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup milk 1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Lemon Extract Directions: Preheat oven to 325°F. Mix 1 cup each of flour and sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and salt in large bowl. Add oil, 2 eggs, vanilla extract and carrots; mix well. Spread 1/2 of the batter into greased and floured 13x9-inch baking pan. Reserve remaining batter. Set aside. Beat cream cheese and remaining 1 cup sugar in

another large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add milk, remaining 2 tablespoons flour and lemon extract; beat until well blended. Add remaining 2 eggs, 1 at a time, beating on low speed after each addition just until blended.

Drop spoonfuls of cream cheese mixture and reserved carrot cake batter, alternately, over carrot cake batter in pan. Cut through several times with knife for marble effect.

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Bake 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan on wire rack.

Apricot Pineapple Chipotle Glazed Ham Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 1 hour, 45 minutes | Servings: 24 Ingredients: 1 bone-in spiral-cut ham, about 10 pounds 1 cup apricot jam 1/2 cup pineapple juice 3/4 teaspoon McCormick Chipotle Chili Pepper 1/2 teaspoon McCormick Garlic Powder

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Directions: Preheat oven to 325°F. Place ham on its side in roasting pan. Mix apricot jam, pineapple juice, chipotle chili pepper and garlic powder in small bowl until well blended. Brush 1/2 of the jam mixture over ham, gently separating slices so mixture can reach middle of ham. Cover loosely with foil. Bake 1 hour, basting occasionally with pan drippings. Remove foil. Brush with remaining jam mixture. Bake 45 minutes longer. Serve ham with pan drippings.

Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Tater-Topped Casserole Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 55 minutes | Servings: 14 Ingredients: 1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli florets, thawed 1 package (16 ounces) frozen cauliflower florets, thawed 2 tablespoons butter 1 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon McCormick Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning 1 teaspoon McCormick Garlic Salt 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Coarse Ground Black Pepper 1 1/4 cups milk 4 ounces (1/2 package) cream cheese, cubed 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 pound frozen fried potato tots Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut up any large broccoli or cauliflower florets into bite-size pieces. Set aside. Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add

onion; cook and stir about 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour, Italian seasoning, garlic salt and pepper. Add milk; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add cream cheese and Parmesan cheese; cook and stir until cream cheese is melted. Add vegetables; toss gently to coat. Spoon into 2-quart

baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with Cheddar cheese and top with potato tots. Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until heated through and potato tots are golden brown and crispy.

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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. For more information call 314-831-6121.

March 16: Wine tasting

“Spring into Wines” with five wines tasted and light snacks served at 1970 Trotterway in Florissant at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $20 per participant. Contact Karen Eye at 314-550-1641, email thevinoexperience@att.net or visit the website www.thevinoexperience for more information.

March 18: Fish fry

Fish fry all through Lent at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410

St. Francois from 3 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

March 18: Lenten fish fry

All Saints Catholic Church at 7 McMenamy Road in St. Louis will host a weekly fish fry every Friday in Lent through March 18 from 4 - 7 p.m. Eat in, drive up and carry out service available sponsored by the All Saints Knights of Columbus Council 1587.

March 19: Easter egg hunt

Join us for a light snack and drink with the Easter Bunny. Children ages 12 and under can enjoy a few fun activities and visit with the Easter Bunny before heading outside for an Easter egg hunt from 10 – 11 a.m. at the James J Eagan Center. Tickets for residents only are $1 per ticket or one

canned food item per ticket will be required upon entry for all children. Only children need a ticket. Tickets are available at the James J. Eagan and John F. Kennedy Community Centers. Tickets must be obtained by a Florissant Resident showing a valid and current resident card. Tickets are limited so get yours early to avoid missing out on this exciting event. For additional information call the James J. Eagan Center at 921-4466 or the JFK Center at 921-4250.

March 19: Casino night

Join the Friends of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis at Casino Night - an evening of casino games, live music, heavy hors d’oeuvres and tons of fun. Join us at the Bissinger’s Caramel Room at 7 p.m. One hundred percent of the proceeds give over 6,000 kids

great futures. For more information, or to purchase your tickets ($65 per person), visit www.bgcstl.org.

March 19: Texas hold ‘em

Texas hold ‘em at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 5 to 8 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

March 19: Open house

Reprieve Spiritual Wellness Center for Women is celebrating its one year anniversary from 1 -5 p.m. by hosting an open house at the location, 6614 W. Florissant in Jennings. The open house will celebrate Reprieve’s accomplishments and announce its goal for 2016 to provide 150 or more women the opportunity to experience Reprieve.

March 19: Book signings

Mystery book signings will be held with authors Fedora Amis, Peter Green and Claire Applewhite from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Six North Café at 14438 Clayton Road in Ballwin. Meet the authors and buy autographed copies of their books. For more information call 636-527-0400 or visit www.6northcafe.com.

March 20: Meat shoot

Meat shoot every Sunday from noon until dusk now thru March 20 at Florissant Valley Memorial Post #444 The American Legion at 17070 Old Jamestown Rd. in Florissant. For more information call 314-741-7788.

March 21: Noted African American Women from Missouri

Author and educator, Dr. John Wright will present the March program at the Ferguson-Florissant (North County) AAUW meeting. Dr. Wright has written extensively on the black experience in Missouri. His presentation will feature noted African American women from Missouri, in honor of March Women’s History Month. Copies of his latest books will be available at the event. The American Association of University Women meeting will be at 7 p.m. in the Educational Building of Immanuel UCC Church at 211 Church Street in Ferguson. The program is free and open to the public. For more information call 314-522-0413, 831-5359 or 8316884.

March 21-25: Spring break camp

Come join us over spring break for some fun games and activities at the James J. Eagan Center from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This camp will be similar to our Summer Playground program. You will be able to go swimming several days during camp. The camp is for ages: 6 – 12 with cost for residents at $50 a child and for non-residents at $100 a child. Spots are limited, so sign up early! Registration is held at the JFK Community Center and the James J. Eagan Center. Applications are available online at www.florissantmo.com as well at the Community Centers. For more details please call the JFK Community Center at 314921-4250 or the James J. Eagan Center at 921-4466.

March 23: 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. For more information call 314-831-6121.

March 25: Fish fry

Fish fry all through Lent at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 3 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

March 25: Fish fry

Knights of Columbus Lenten fish fries every Friday during Lent through March 25 at 50 Rue St Francois, Florissant next to the Old St Ferdinand Shrine. Doors open 3:30 until 7 p.m. Dine in or take out. All our proceeds go to charities.

March 26: Meat shoots

The Florissant Eagles located at 15245 New Halls Ferry Rd., will be holding meat shoots March 12, March 19 and running through March 26. Shoots run from noon until dusk. Please join us as all profits go to local charities in the Florissant area.

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April 2: Rummage sale

Large indoor sale will take place from 7-11 a.m. at Florissant Presbyterian Church at 660 Charbonier Rd in Florissant. Housewares, tools, toys, seasonal decorations, shoes, clothing and more are available. Parking can be found at the rear of the church.

April 2: Bunco tournament

Soroptimist International of Greater St. Louis is pleased to announce its annual “Ladies Night Out” Bunco Tournament at Sacred Heart Parish Hall in Florissant. Proceeds from the bunco tournament will benefit charities located in the Greater St. Louis metropolitan area. Sponsorships are available and include many benefits. Sponsorship levels are $1,000 “Headline Bunco”, $500 “Feeling Lucky”, $250 “Snake Eyes” and $75 Table sponsor. More information and sponsorship forms are available by visiting their website www.sorpoptimiststlouis.com. For more information please contact Lisa Schroeder 314-9716913 or lisas988@aol.com.

April 7: Gala fundraiser

United 4 Children announces their annual gala event, “Lighting The Way.” This important event raises over $100,000 to help children who are atrisk develop and thrive regardless of their fragile environments. The event will be held at Marriott’s St. Louis Grand Hotel, Crystal Ballroom, beginning at 5:30 p.m. with a seated dinner, awards, auction and cocktail reception. Individual tickets for the event are $125 and may be purchased at United4Children.org.

April 16: Women’s empowerment gala

Imagery International will be hosting its 10th Annual Women’s Empowerment Gala. This year the host, gospel recording artist Lady Eneazer Layne and The Ladies of Imagery, will be cel-

ebrating with a theatrical production “Dear God” inspired by Alice walker’s novel “The Color Purple.” “Dear God”, explores some of Imagery’s members’ journey to empowerment with an allstar cast. Join Imagery International for a night of food, laughter, music, dancing and empowerment at Norwood Hills Country Club at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $75. For more information or tickets visit Imagery International online at www.imageryintl.org.

April 16: Legacy fundraising dinner and silent auction

North County Christian School (NCCS) will host their annual Legacy Dinner and Silent Auction at 5 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 year history. Current families, alumni, friends and business partners are encouraged to attend. Tickets are $25 per person, or $200 for a table of eight and must be purchased by April 8. Call 314-9726227 for more information or to purchase tickets. NCCS is located at 845 Dunn Rd. in Florissant.

April 23: Trivia night

The annual Trivia Night Fundraiser for TEAM will be held in the parish hall of Sacred Heart Catholic Church located at 751 N. Jefferson St. The trivia night is being sponsored by the Florissant License Office – Florissant Rotary Club. Entry fee is $200 per table with a maximum of eight people per team. Entry fee includes drinks, popcorn and attendance prizes. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., trivia starts promptly at 7 p.m. Checks should be made payable to TEAM and mailed to Pat Piotrowicz, TEAM Trivia Night, 9 Beaujolais, Florissant, MO 63031. To register, volunteer, sponsor, or make a donation, please contact Pat Piotrowicz at p.piotrowicz1@yahoo. com. All proceeds benefit TEAM – The Emergency Assistance Ministry, a 501c3 organization. The mission of TEAM is to serve the poor and the hungry in the Florissant and Hazelwood areas. To learn more about how to donate or receive assistance, please visit our

website teamfoodpantry.com.

April 30: Florissant Garage Sale

Florissant residents can haul down the clutter from their attics and treasures from their garages and organize accumulations from their barns for the Sixth Annual Florissant Garage Sale. The Garage Sale will be held at the James J Eagan Ice Rink area from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Each applicant will only receive one space. Only Florissant residents receive a space to sell. The selling of craft items will not be approved. Fill out an application and return it by April 22. Applications are available at the JJE and JFK Center and on our website www. florissantmo.com. Space is limited. The fee is $20 Per table. The Florissant Garage sale is free to attend! For additional information call 314-921-4250 or 314921-4466.

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.

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,

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Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316.

2pm, Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314.831.3752.

Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?

Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop:

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

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.

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

Sundays: Jennings Do-Dads meeting

The Jennings Do-Dads hold meetings every third Sunday of the month (except June which is the second Sunday and no meeting in December) at 1 p.m. at Classics Bar & Grill at 11601 West Florissant Avenue. Those interested in membership are invited to attend. For more information visit www.jenningsdodads.org. SUDOKU answers from page 9

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“Choose Your Own Love Story” is an interactive dating adventure Without a doubt, writer/actress Ilyse Mimoun has written a book for all the struggling singles out there. “Choose Your Own Love Story” allows the reader to navigate the increasingly complicated dating world by making 50 different choices. Based on your selections, there are 20 possible endings, happy and otherwise. “I had written a book of short stories that were all relationship and datingthemed. But they were wildly different: they had people with different ages and vastly different things happening, even though they were unified by the same theme,” Mimoun explained when reached by phone for an interview. “My agent wanted me to revamp it, basically because it’s not as easy to sell short stories.” Mimoun was brainstorming and pacing back-and-forth in her room when inspiration struck: “I was noticing my old ‘Choose Your Own Adventure’ stories, my old children’s books on my bookshelf. And that’s how I sort of alighted on the idea.” Social media and dating Facebook, Twitter and online dating

sites have put a new spin on the dating game. While In - ternet dating is in the book, the author points out that “Choose Your Own Love Story” is more about relationships in general and figuring out who you are. “I think the thing about Internet dating is it presents this feeling that we are totally in control, and we have all these choices, but in fact things are just as unpredictable and even more lawless now in a certain way in the ‘New Frontier,’” she explained. Mimoun also explains out that dating rules were much clearer years ago. “If the guy didn’t call me back on the day after the date, he wasn’t into me. And now it’s like ‘What if he just sends you a text or says something on Facebook?’ Is that less responsive than a call? Or is it like nobody calls anymore? It’s hard to figure out. As the years go on with it, there’s new laws, new unspoken, unwritten laws being devised. I felt like it was a really ‘no

rules’ frontier,” she said. Online dating definitely offers men and women a chance to enhance their personal profiles, a topic which is covered in “Choose Your Own Love Story.” “There’s a moment where the protagonist cannot fathom that every single guy claims to love to work hard and play hard. How is that possible? When I was online dating, almost every male profile said that. It was so strange. And they all said ‘I am finally coming into the wealth and prosperity I always wanted. And I am ready to settle down.’ Really? You can really create a fantasy avatar of yourself,” Mimoun said. The author points out, though, that she didn’t intend to write an expose on the dating world. “It goes in many weirder directions. In one story, she ends up a criminal; she could end up a Buddhist monk. She ends up in Greece. Sometimes she stays at home; she jet sets,” she said. “I think it’s still fun if you are in a relationship to go back and remember the joys and horrors. It’s rough out there.” “Choose Your Own Love Story” is available for purchase on Amazon. Submitted photos 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.