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Submitted photos Come and experience all of the fun activities and booths at this years 10th Annual Baby Kid Expo at the St. Charles Convention Center on Saturday, May 7 form 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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By Sara Hardin The 10th Annual Baby Kid Expo will be taking place on Saturday, May 7 at the St. Charles Convention Center. The free event will run from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and will offer an abundance of fun activities for kids, as well as over 100 businesses with tons of helpful and important information for parents. “The Baby Kid Expo is a one-stop shop for the community to come and learn about what’s available in our area to make lives more fun, easier, or to just help them with this job of parenting,” said Heather Deatz, Owner and Show Producer of the Baby Kid Expo. “It’s a great way to connect families with helpful businesses that parents may not have been previously aware of that are available to us.” The event will feature entertainment that is focused on educating kids about everything from the importance of staying active, to how to stay safe on the street. St. Louis Children’s Hospital will be offering their Safety Street Interactive Zone, a walk-through exhibit that teaches kids how to navigate through various scenarios, such as looking out for cars or how to handle being approached by a stranger or a barking dog. On the event’s main stage at 10:45 a.m.,
Noodles & Company will be inviting two young chefs on stage to let their culinary skills show by measuring ingredients, and preparing them for sauté by a Noodles team member. They will share the finished product and the audience will have the chance to win Noodles swag. There will be plenty of opportunities for parents to learn, too. “The St. Charles County Ambulance District is offering CPR classes for parents,” said Deatz. “Anybody 12 or older can take it, and it takes about 20-30 minutes. There’s no registration and no fee. It’s a great way to learn CPR should the need for it ever arise. This is also an important thing for grandparents to revisit. We will also have MoChip there; they will have a station where they put your child’s vital information on a CD, should the unthinkable happen. It will include fingerprints, eye color, dental impressions – all that kind of stuff all in one place. It’s free, and a good thing for every parent to have… and hopefully never use!” The expo’s presenting sponsors, Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Children’s at Progress West Hospital, will also be offering fun activities and information at their booth.
“The Baby Kid Expo provides us with an opportunity to get connected with the community and with the families of the community,” said Kristin Williams, Community Outreach Director for Barnes-Jewish St. Peters & Progress West Hospitals. “We will also have a chance to promote our service lines and expertise that we have to offer, such as physicians, specialists, and our free education programs that we have available for all ages.” Barnes-Jewish will be bringing in four physicians who will be doing small speaking sessions at the Expo. Attendees will also have an opportunity to speak one-onone with the hospital’s doctors, who can provide important tips, tricks, do’s and don’ts and take-home resources for mothers and families. “There are a lot of parents and new moms who have a lot of questions, but don’t necessarily know the right people to ask,” said Williams. “To be able to have physicians there who can answer a broad array of topic will be helpful to those coming to the Expo. They can ask the experts right there during a Q&A.” New to the event this year is a Mother’s See BABY KID EXPO page 7
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Ferguson Farmers Market opens May 7 for its 14th season With over 45 vendors the Ferguson Farmers Market is a destination for fresh farm food. This Saturday morning tradition brings fresh fruits and veggies picked within 24 hours of the market and brought directly to you by the friendly farmers who grow them. Enjoy live music in a festive family atmosphere and discover a wide variety of edible delights; including, homemade jelly, farm-fresh eggs, cheese, honey, spices and organic meats. You’ll also find an ever-changing array of gift and specialty vendors, selling everything from cut flowers and bedding plants to handpainted artwork and small-batch soaps. Some upcoming dates of note: On May 7, Exotic Trenz Salon will be presenting gift bags and coupons form 9 – 11 a.m. There will also be live music from the Forestwood Boys from 9 – 11 a.m. On May 14, Benton’s Hair Salon pres-
ents no-sew vegetable bags from 9 – 11 a.m. Stop by and visit EarthDance’s Chickens to see how backyard chickens might be beneficial for you from 8 – 11:30 a.m. The Northern Arts Council presents crafts for kids from 9 – 11 a.m. and there will be music by the Ritenour Jazz Band from 9 – 11 a.m. On May 21, Painted Effects presents building a window sash with hand tools, a handson event. There will be yoga presented by Om Turtle Yoga from 10 – 11 a.m., please bring a non-perishable food item. There will also be live music by Raw Earth from 9 – 11 a.m. On May 28, Whistle Stop stops by with custard samples from 9:30 – 11: 30 a.m. and the Northern Arts Council presents crafts for kids from 9 – 11 a.m. There will be yoga presented by Om Turtle Yoga from 10 – 11 a.m., please bring a non-perishable food item. There will also be live music from Juan and Beelo from 9 – 11 a.m.
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Hazelwood School District’s Board of Education names new superintendent The Hazelwood School District Board of Education is pleased to lina- Chapel Hill, North Carolina. announce the appointment of Dr. Nettie Collins-Hart as superinCollins-Hart is affiliated with several professional and civic orgatendent, effective July 1. Collins-Hart will replace Dr. Ingrid Clark- nizations including: the American Association of School AdminJackson, interim superintendent, who will retire on June 30. istrators, Association for Supervision and Curriculum DevelopCollins-Hart has 40 years of experience in edument, Superintendents’ Commission for Study of cation. She currently serves as superintendent for Demographics, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Proviso Township High Schools District 209 in ForNational Association of Black School Educators, est Park, Illinois. During her extensive career, she Maywood Chamber of Commerce, South Suburhas served as superintendent in a pre K - 12 district ban Senior Citizens Advisory Board, and the Phi in North Carolina. She has also served as assistant Delta Kappa Rotary Club, Village of Maywood. superintendent in Chapel Hill, servicing 12,500 During her career, she has received numerous students, and the Lawrence Public Schools, serving awards for leadership and her work in the com10,500 students. munity, including the 2015 Ida B. Wells Risk Taker “I am honored and excited to be the next superAward, National Alliance of Black School Educaintendent for the Hazelwood School District,” said tors 2014 Women in Leadership Orchid Award, Collins-Hart. “The district holds so much promise, Top Ladies of Distinction, Superintendent of the and the board of education is very encouraging Year National Alliance of Black School Educators, Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District and positive. During my visits in Hazelwood, the and Outstanding Administrator Award 7th Constaff and community were very welcoming and open. I know we will gressional District of Illinois. do great things for students together, and I am looking forward to The President of the HSD Board of Education Desiree Whitlock joining the Hazelwood School District family.” shared how thrilled the board is to have Collins-Hart to join the Collins-Hart has a doctorate degree in educational policy and district. leadership from University of Kansas - Lawrence, Kansas. She has a “I speak on behalf of the entire Board when I say that we are master’s degree in educational administration and curriculum and thrilled to welcome Dr. Collins-Hart to Hazelwood School District,” instruction and a master’s degree in English education, both from said Whitlock. “We are confident that we have the very best leaderEast Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina. She also has ship in place to further enhance academic achievement and support a bachelor’s degree in English education, University of North Caro- those who are closest to our students.”
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Submitted photo The Lubiewski children, older twins- Braeden and Raegen, younger twins – Daniel and Quinn, are part of the ambassador family for the St. Louis area March for Babies.
St. Louis March for Babies is set for Saturday, April 30 in Forest Park. Registration starts at 8 a.m. and the three-mile walk begins at 9 a.m. on the upper Muny lot. The event also features five food trucks, DJ – Big Papa G, bounce houses, clowns, balloons, face painting, Home Depot Kids Workshop, Gateway Pet Guardians pet adoption and more March for Babies, formerly known as WalkAmerica, is the March of Dimes largest and longest running fundraiser. Each year March for Babies recognizes an ambassador family for the charitable walk. Representing the St. Louis area is the Lubiewski family. The family has two sets
of twins, both born prematurely, and spending a combined almost five weeks in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). “The March of Dimes is near and dear to our hearts,” said Tom Lubiewski. “My wife Molly and I have volunteered and walked in March for Babies since 2003, never knowing how the organization would impact our lives.” The family now has four happy and healthy children, Braeden, Raegen, Daniel and Quinn. The St. Louis event hopes to raise approximately $650,000 to support community education, research and advocacy to help all moms have full term babies and healthy pregnancies.
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Recycle your old home health equipment at area-wide donation drive You can recycle home health equipment you don’t need and get a tax deduction by taking it to any of 14 locations in metro St. Louis for the health equipment drive hosted by the St. Louis Health Equipment Lending Program ( St. Louis HELP) on May 14. “We collect home health items that people bring us from their attics and basements -every year, we collect about 11,000 items of donated equipment,” says Laura CannonSinger, who founded the nonprofit organization St. Louis HELP in 2008. “We clean, recondition and revitalize that home health equipment and then loan it for free to people who need it for as long as they need it,” she says. In 2015 St. Louis HELP diverted about 150 tons of equipment from solid waste landfills by reconditioning and loaning 5,570 home health equipment items. Nothing goes to waste. Broken equipment parts are used for repairs. Broken wooden crutches are recycled to a wood chipper. Virtually every type of home medical device – manual and electric wheelchairs; scooters; walkers, crutches, canes; hospital beds; portable commodes; elevated toilet seats; lift chairs — and more – is accepted by St. Louis HELP, which restores the equipment at its warehouse in St. Louis County. St. Louis HELP conducts two home health equipment drives annually, and also accepts equipment donations by appointment all year. All equipment donations to St. Louis HELP are tax deductible.
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Hazelwood School District updates 2016-17 Budget Restructuring Plan The Hazelwood School District has finalized its 201617 Budget Restructuring Plan. In the 2016-17 school year, the Hazelwood School District projected to face a $12.7 million shortfall. The original recommended budget restructuring efforts were projected to save the district approximately $6.6 million; reducing the deficit to approx. $6.1 million. After thoroughly reviewing the plan and working with key stakeholders, the program plans have been updated as outlined below. Elementary School Physical Education (PE) program - To address the concerns of parents, all elementary students will receive PE twice a week for 55 minutes or a total of 110 minutes per week. This plan was shared with various stakeholders for input and feedback: teachers’ union, PE Teachers, Elementary Principals and parents. This PE restructuring plan allows for an estimated savings of $960,000 at the elementary level, plus
another $221,000 at the high school level, for a total of $1,181,000. Class sizes will not increase under the plan. Elementary Band and Orchestra (fourth and fifth grades) - All impacted teachers have been offered other teaching positions within the district, with the exception of one. Administration has worked with teachers on a plan to meet the needs of elementary band and orchestra students and for the instrumental music program as a whole. HSD fourth and fifth grade band and orchestra students (approximately 850 students) will receive their instruction before school within each corridor of the district one day a week from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. Instruction for students will be taught by Hazelwood School District middle and high school band and orchestra teachers. This restructuring plan will save the district approximately $726,000. Locations for the before school elementary band and orchestra programs are as follows: • West Corridor Band – Walker Elementary
School • West Corridor Orchestra – McNair Elementary School • Central Corridor Band – Brown Elementary School • Central Corridor Orchestra – Barrington Elementary School • East Corridor Band – Arrowpoint Elementary School • East Corridor Orchestra – Twillman Elementary School After the morning practice, buses will transport students to their home schools. HSD Custodians voted to reduce their hours to 35 hours weekly; a move that saved all custodian positions. Under this plan, once the needed 33 positions have been reduced by attrition, the custodial staff will move back to a 40 hour workweek. School administrators will work with the new superintendent, the new chief financial officer, staff and the community to balance the school district’s budget in the fall.
City of Florissant celebrates Arbor Day
Photo courtesy city of Florissant The City Forester Doug Shelley addresses the second graders from Parker Road Elementary School as Major Tim Fagan and Daniel Moncheski from MO Department of Conservation look on.
The traditional Arbor Day celebration took place on April 7 at the Florissant Valley Park near the Voodoo Jet. Present was Major Tim Fagan from the Police Department, Superintendent of Recreation Cheryl Thompson, Center Director Janice Steib, City Forester Doug Shelley, Don Mocheski from Missouri Department of Conservation, three 2nd grade classes from the Parker Road Elemen-
tary School and the members of the Gardeners of Florissant Club. This is the 27th year that the city of Florissant has been recognized as a member of Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation. The city of Florissant urges all citizens to support efforts to protect the trees and woodlands and to support the city’s urban forestry program.
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Curtis Sittenfeld’s fifth novel, “Eligible: A Modern Retelling of Pride and Prejudice” was published on April 19. She is the author of the bestselling novels “Sisterland,” “American Wife,” “Prep,” and “The Man of My Dreams,” which have been translated into twenty-five languages. “Prep” was chosen as one of the Ten Best Books of 2005 by The New York Times, and “American Wife” was chosen as one of the Ten Best Books of 2008 by Time, People, and Entertainment Weekly; both were nominated for the UK’s Orange Prize. Curtis’s non-fiction has appeared in many publications, including The New York Times, The Atlantic Monthly, Salon, Slate, Glamour, and on public radio’s “This American Life.” A graduate of Stanford University and the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, Curtis has interviewed Michelle Obama for Time, appeared as a guest on NPR’s “Fresh Air” and CBS’s “Early Show,” and been a strangely easy “Jeopardy!” answer. Curtis lives in St. Louis with her husband and two daughters.
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Feet first I’ve gone and done it! I’ve checked off yet another “to do” on my bucket list. No, I did not jog down to the corner without the aid of a defibrillator and a return-home taxi ride, although that’s still on the list. I tend to think BIG. Call me a dreamer. This time I did something all women have experienced except me. “Cooking without engulfing the house in flames?!” That came from my husband in the other room. I guess he’s become quite comfy sleeping on that couch. No again. I got a pedicure. I’m serious. I’ve lived on this planet longer than some trees in an old growth forest, and I’m sure most of them have had their roots filed and fertilized more often than I’ve had my old stumps worked on. Reason: What purpose does it serve and why would I want some stranger handling my unsightly feet? Apparently, say all my women friends, it’s pretty spectacular. Besides, it’s sandal weather and they remind me that no one wants to see my hairy bear claws in flip flops. They are brutally honest—that’s why I love
them, yet will not leave them a single dime in my will. Truth has its consequences my merciless friends. They look at my craggy talons and proceed to describe the procedure. First, the spa attendant soaks your piddies in a solution of healing magical waters, which is rumored to take ten years off of your life. They say I may need to soak overnight. Afterwards, all the layers of callous and skin flaps are chiseled away. In my case, it will definitely make me one inch shorter. They then apply these lovely ointments and goo and rub and massage until all the cares and aches of this cruel world
and sad life fade away. For my particular needs, I am advised to schedule a full day. Next, they will trim and buff away my toenails and cuticles until they hopefully find a toe beneath the layers. Then the nails are polished with glittery sparkles and lacquer, which will make me feel all girly and sexy-hot. They correct themselves and stop at girly, not wanting to lower my expectations. Afterwards, I discover they are right. Pampered and painted, my feet look like girly-grizzly paws. Those friends are so-o not getting a dime from me. Cindy Moore is the mother of three superlative kids, servant of two self-indulgent felines and wife to one nifty husband. Her ficticious occupation? Archeological Humorist: someone who unearths absurdity and hilarity in strange and unusual places including public restrooms, the lint filter, and church meetings. Most recently, she excavated a find in her neighbor’s bird feeder. The opinions expressed in this column are Cindy Moore’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.
Rosati-Kain High School Girl Scout troop qualify for FIRST Robotics Missouri State Championship
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It’s not often you see an all-girl team compete in the male-dominated field of robotics. And it’s even rarer for that team to rank among the best. But the girls in SystamatiK, a robotics team sponsored by Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, are boldly breaking that mold, with their eyes set determinedly on the prize. SystamatiK was formed less than two years ago at Rosati-Kain High School. They participate in FIRST Robotics, learning how to design, build and code robots to complete challenges. Comprised of 26 girls, the team recently qualified to compete at the FIRST Robotics Missouri State Championship competition after an outstanding performance at the regional level. This year’s competition challenged each team to build a robot to complete a medieval-themed test, throwing 10-inch-wide foam “boulders” at a tower and driving over various defenses to reach a castle. Each team starts with the same basic parts but can choose their own materials and how they want to design their system to accomplish the missions. The robot had to have both humandriver and autonomous driving capabilities. “The girls are learning technical skills like the design process, how to prototype and how build things, but they’re learning so much more, too,” said Lauren Lester, Rosati-Kain physics teacher and SystamatiK Coach. “They’re learning how to give a presentation, set short- and long-term goals for themselves and lead the team. The girls are learning skills they wouldn’t be able to other-
wise, especially being an all-girl team. I’ve spoken with other coaches of coed teams who say the boys take over with the tools while the girls take notes. It’s important for them to be in this all-girl environment where they get the opportunity to try everything.” SystamatiK worked with mentors and engineers from companies like Boeing to construct their robot. (Another bonus of being an all-girl team, Lester said—there’s a lot of buzz around SystamatiK, so more and more industry experts are volunteering to help.) They used lawn mower wheels to overcome the larger obstacles, and ended up with a relatively light robot, weighing in at 58 pounds. The team placed ninth out of 49 teams, and received the Judge’s Award, recognizing their effort, attitude and enthusiasm. Team captain Annie Hilker, a senior at Rosati-Kain, was named a Dean’s List Finalist. The award, named after the founder of FIRST, recognizes Hilker’s leadership skills and promotion of robotics. Hilker is advancing to the World Championships, which will be held at the end of April in downtown St. Louis. “I’ve benefitted so much from robotics, from learning how to use power tools to how to lead a team,” Hilker said. “Robotics helped me realize I want to pursue a career in biomedical engineering. It’s a pretty amazing feeling—knowing I can build a robot, because that’s not something a lot of people push girls to do. But we can.”
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Large turnout for the Second Annual Aging My Way Resource Fair
Photo courtesy city of Florissant Attending the Second Annual Aging My Way Resource Fair were (from left) Dennis Paruch, Tom Glaser, Memory Care Home Solutions, Stacey Montero, St. Catherine Retirement Center, Senior Coordinator Peggy Hogan, Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider, Elizabeth Haynes, Bentwood Nursing, Jan Hanneke, Memory Care Home Solutions, Carol Henke, Assistant Senior Coordinator and Taaya Smith, Life Care Center of Florissant.MO Department of Conservation look on.
Over 450 senior citizens attended the free Second Annual Aging My Way Resource Fair that was held on April 12 at the James J. Eagan Center. The city of Florissant partnered with Memory Care Home Solutions, St. Catherine Retirement
Community, Bent-Wood Nursing & Rehabilitation and Life Care Center of Florissant to provide senior citizens with information and resources to senior citizens who are aging in place in their homes as well as senior citizens who are considering other senior living options.
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A dazzling night with Lionel Richie for a great cause
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It may have been a regular night of entertainment at the Peabody Opera House with headliner guest, Lionel Richie but with ‘Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis” at the focal point, it was so much more. Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis successfully celebrated its 50th Dinner with the Stars fundraiser superseded by a rich history of famous supporters in telethons and headliners like Sammy Davis Jr., Bob Hope and Harry Connick Jr. to name a few. Ken Page, Broadway star in such productions as “Cats,” “Ain’t Misbehavin’” and “The Wiz,” along with movie credits that included the Oscar-winning movie “Dreamgirls,” was back for his third time as host of the Variety’s Dinner with the Stars event. The Variety Children’s Choir sang with a unifying confidence and was such an inspirational part of the evening. Jim Byrnes, blues musician and actor, sang and entertained the crowd with one of Variety Children’s very own actors, Nick, who had also played Flounder a few years ago in the Variety Children’s Theatre’s production, “The Little Mermaid.”
For more than 80 years, Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis has helped thousands of children with physical and developmental disabilities by providing them with a variety of much needed medical equipment as well as educational, therapeutic and recreational programs that families cannot begin to afford on their own. Academy Award and Grammy Award winner Lionel Richie did not disappoint the crowd singing his timeless and most popular songs of his career, intermittent with songs by the Commodores – the pop/soul musical act he headlined inthe 70’s. In between Lionel Richie’s songs, he was nothing but charismatic with the crowd which included many honored and distinguished guests sitting in the front rows of the Peabody Opera House. The children in the wheelchairs were also dancing up front in their distinct way bringing even a more prized atmosphere to this spectacular fundraising event. If you would like to help local children with disabilities reach their full potential, please consider donating to www.helpavarietykid.org. Or contact 314 720-7700 or email info@varietystl.org.
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BABY KID EXPO from cover Day Tea. A limited number of attendees can sign up to celebrate their mothers by enjoying tea and cookies, making a craft and getting a visit by two popular fairies. Mother’s Day Tea will take place from 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Spots can be reserved at www.babykidexpo.com. The Baby Kid Expo has even more fun to look forward to, including a reptile show by Serengeti Steve, a juggling show, petting zoo, rock wall, visits from Star Wars characters and many princess performances throughout the day. The Diaper Derby will take place at 10 a.m. and is open for crawlers between 9-14 months old. Limited spots are available on the Expo’s website. “We love that the Baby Kid Expo is free for the public and appreciate all of our sponsors that make it possible. said Deatz. “Our focus is on education, health, recreation, and products. We invite all parents to come through and get connected!” The Baby Kid Expo’s sponsored charity is Sweet Celebrations, whose mission is to enrich the lives of children and teens experiencing homelessness by providing personalized birthday celebrations. Attendees can learn more about Sweet Celebrations’ cause and support their raffle at the event. For a full schedule of participating businesses and events, or to register for one of the expo’s contests, visit The Baby Kid Expo’s website at www.babykidexpo.com. The Baby Kid Expo would like to thank its sponsors: Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Children’s at Progress West Hospital, Ameren, Metro PCS, Primrose Academy, Noodles & Company, St. Charles County Ambulance District, St. Charles City County Library District and Foundation, Napleton’s Mid Rivers Kia, Honda and Chrysler, Proctor & Gamble, Thrive Autism Solutions, Living Word Christian School, Upper Limits, Community News, Sprout and About, St. Louis Magazine, Around Town for Less, St. Louis Post Dispatch, KFAV, Kids Out and About, KSLQ.
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MOChip • CPR Training • Safety Street • Inflatables Petting Zoo • Rock Wall
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9:30 a.m. Join Anna and Elsa from Frozen for a sing-a-long of your favorite songs sponsored by Once Upon a Bash 10:00 a.m. 10th Annual Diaper Derby sponsored by St. Louis Sprout and About 10:30 a.m. Calling all members of the Guardians League! Join Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Children's at Progress West for an official team picture! 10:45 a.m. Be a Chef with Noodles & Company
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11:00 a.m. Performance by Elite Baton Twirling Academy 11:15 a.m. Story time with the St. Charles City-County Library 11:30 a.m. Students will entertain from Christian Middle School 12:00 p.m. Your favorite princesses and fun cartoon friends from Once Upon an Occasion will be bringing the party sponsored by Primrose School. 12:30 p.m. Calling all members of the Guardians League! Join Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Children's at Progress West for an official team picture! 12:45 p.m. Kids, get ready for some fun with the YMCA! 1:00 p.m. Story time with the St. Charles City-County Library 1:15 p.m. Magic Time with Abra-Kid-Abra
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1:30 p.m. Serengeti Steve and his reptile friends will join us for a fun interactive show! Snakes, Lizards and More, Oh My! 2:00p.m. Calling all members of the Guardians League! Join Barnes Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Children's at Progress West for an official team picture! 2:30 p.m. Magical Fun with Abra Kid Abra 3:00 p.m. The Patt Holt Singers will salute our presidents, sing Charlie Brown and amaze us with their Disney performance!
Find out more at www.BabyKidExpo.com A Huge Thank You to All Our Sponsors: www.cliservices.org
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Hazelwood Central teacher receives Two Hazelwood students awarded Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant George Washington Carver Scholarship
Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District Paul Paul Boyet, business education teacher and assistant coach for the junior varsity boy’s baseball team at Hazelwood Central High School, was awarded the $1,000 California Casualty Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant.
Paul Boyet, business education teacher and assistant coach for the junior varsity boy’s baseball team at Hazelwood Central High School, was awarded the $1,000 California Casualty Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant. Central High was named one of 86 public high schools who received the California Casualty Award. Boyet was recognized for this award on April 13. During the presentation, California Casualty Marketing Manager, Rebecca Stumpf awarded Boyet with a $1,000 check for Hazelwood Central. Boyet stated the money will be used for the boy’s baseball team. The team will purchase equipment including baseballs and concussion preventing helmets. “We are very excited for Paul to be winning this award and to be representing Hazelwood Central and the Hazelwood School District as a whole,” said Hazelwood Central Principal Dr. Audrey Lee. California Casualty has partnered with education associations for more than 65 years. The California Casualty Thomas R. Brown Athletics Grant was established to provide support to public schools with middle and high school sports programs.
Hazelwood East seniors, Chase Martin and Toloupe Lawal were recently awarded the George Washington Carver (GWC) Scholarship to Iowa State University. The GWC scholarship is a full-tuition scholarship awarded to incoming multicultural first year students directly out of high school. Martin and Lawal recently toured the campus for two days to meet with students and faculty and to visit their perspective colleges within their majors. Martin plans to major in actuary science and Lawal plans to pursue a major in aerospace engineering. Hazelwood East College Counselor Sonya Smith was overjoyed to hear about the scholarship these two students received.
“These students received a valuable scholarship to one of the best universities in the country. They put in a lot of hard work to receive the GWC scholarship. I am proud of Chase and Toloupe,” said Smith. To be considered for the GWC, students must rank in the upper 25 percent of their high school class, have a 3.5 grade point average and present a minimum ACT composite score of 24 or minimum SAT score of 1100. Eligible students must identify as American Indian, Alaskan Native, African American, Asian American, Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latino/a, or Multi-Racial on the application for undergraduate admission.
New assistant principal named at Marvin Elementary The Ritenour School District is pleased to an- Circle Award at its top teacher in 2011. nounce the appointment of Lisa Broadbent began her educaBroadbent as assistant principal tional career as a teacher’s asat Marvin Elementary School efsistant for the St. Louis County fective July 1. She will be replacSpecial School District in 2002. ing Michael Smith, who will beShe was then a classroom teachcome principal of Marvin in July. er in the St. Louis Public School For the past eight years, BroadDistrict (2002-2005) before bent has been a classroom teachteaching at a school in Rock Iser at Marvin, most recently for land, Ill. from 2005-2008. first grade. Broadbent is a teachShe holds a graduate degree er-leader at the school, helping in educational leadership from Marvin earn the highest honor Western Illinois University and in the state for its Positive Behavan undergraduate degree in elior Interventions and Supports ementary education from Rockfor the past four years. She also hurst University in Kansas City. Photo courtesy Ritenour School District earned the school’s Diamond
Normandy joins forces with local businesses, organizations to launch community reading initiative
Photo courtesy Normandy School District Jefferson Elementary students (from left) Avionna Williams, second grade; Kyan Reed, first grade; and Jessie Lindsay, fourth grade, check out a few of the books in the reading nook at Jack of all Fades barbershop near Bel-Nor. The reading nook is part of the new Normandy Read with Me! community reading initiative.
The Normandy Schools Collaborative recently kicked off a new community reading initiative, Normandy Read with Me!, with a ribbon-cutting April 5 at the Jack of All Fades barbershop, located at Hanley and St. Charles Rock roads in unincorporated north St. Louis County. The collaborative is partnering with community organizations Beyond Housing, Ready Readers, Build-A-Bear founder Maxine Clark, and financial giant Citi, to set up reading nooks at businesses throughout the Normandy community. The initiative is similar to those in other parts of the country where local barbershops set up reading nooks to encourage their young customers to read more. “This is an extraordinary time for Normandy,” said Dr. Charles Pearson, Normandy superintendent. “We are so fortunate to have great
partners who are working with our students and staff on initiatives like this. We will continue to work collaboratively with organizations, businesses and the community to provide the best opportunities for our students.” The collaborative will roll out additional reading nooks in the coming weeks at other businesses in the area. Continuing its focus on community literacy, the Collaborative will present the Normandy Read with Me! Reading Celebration from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, April 23 at Barack Obama Elementary School at 3883 Jennings Station Road. The celebration will feature storytellers, activities for children, face-painting, free food and games, and reading resources and tips for parents and families. There will also be a drawing for door prizes. For more information, visit www.normandysc.org.
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Delmar Gardens contributes to American Diabetes Association
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Submitted photo At the check presentation was (from left) Kathy Gilmore, vice president, Delmar Gardens Enterprises, Michael Marek, director, field operation and support, American Diabetes Association, Carolyn Amacher, manager, community engagement, American Diabetes Association, Gabe Grossberg, president and CEO, Delmar Gardens Enterprises, Patti Muich, director of advertising/marketing, Delmar Gardens Enterprises Shannon Davis, marketing, Delmar Gardens Enterprises.
The families, employees, residents and friends of Delmar Gardens Enterprises nursing centers, retirement and assisted living communities and homecare hospice agencies raised $14,000 to support the programs, services and research efforts of the American Diabetes Association.
The company presented the proceeds of its year-long efforts to Carolyn Amacher, manager of community engagement, and Michael Marek, director of field operations and support, both of the American Diabetes Association.
Third annual teen safe driving campaign is underway
Pictured are groups representing last year’s winners SLUH (first place) and Ursuline (2nd place).
Just in time for prom and graduation season, Jim Butler Auto Group has launched a campaign encouraging parents and teenagers to sign its Teen Safe Driving Pledge. For the third year in a row, the auto dealer will donate $10,000 to the high school that has the most signed pledges. This year, the winning school will also be treated to a free concert by Greek Fire. Teens and parents can visit www.stlsafedriver. com to learn about the dangers of distracted and impaired driving and to sign the pledge. “We’re asking parents to communicate safe driving expectations with their young drivers, and asking kids to commit to safe driving practices,” said Brad Sowers, President and Co-Owner of Jim Butler Auto Group.
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“Teen drivers today have more distractions than ever that can interfere with their driving,” Sowers said. “We think it’s critically important for teenagers and their parents to have ongoing discussions about safe driving, and our Teen Driving Pledge is a useful tool to help parents set high standards for driving practices. We believe tools like this can ultimately save lives.” Greek Fire is a St. Louis-based band featuring lead singer “Moon” (Phillip Valjean), who is an on-air talent at KPNT FM 105.7 The Point. For more information about the pledge and the contest, schools, students and parents can contact Katie Lineberry, Incite St. Louis, at 314/613-7853.
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Basketball player goes pro from Lindenwood A former Lindenwood basketball player Jenny Rocha (pictured) is set to begin a professional basketball career, agreeing to terms with the St. Louis Surge of the Women’s Blue Chip Basketball League (WBCBL). “We are very proud of Jenny and are excited to watch her take this next step in her career,” said Lindenwood head coach Tony Francis. “As a coach, it is humbling to be a part of our player’s successes whether in the classroom, Submitted photo on the court, or in the comJenny Rocha munity. Jenny will represent Lindenwood University well as she takes her talents to the professional level.” Rocha, an O’Fallon native, cracked the top-10 in the Lindenwood record books during her senior season in several categories, including third in assists and seventh in free throws made. During her four-year stay at Lindenwood she averaged 9.6 points per game, including 11.4 points per game in her final season and earned MIAA honorable mention honors during her junior and senior seasons. The WBCBL is a 37-team league that operates across North America, with the season running from late April through early August. The Surge plays its home games at the Mark Twain Building on the campus of University of Missouri-St. Louis. Dave and Mary Rocha are very proud of their daughter as she ‘follows her dream’. For more details go to www.Lindenwood.edu. * Drew Morris / Graduate Assistant for Sports Information
Fastpitch (WPF) League. “I am beyond excited to be a Racer!” said Perryman. “To even be selected, let alone to be the first Division II player, is a dream come true. This is something I’ve always dreamed of and have worked so hard for. To be able to say that I am a professional softball player is the most amazing feeling.” Perryman, who was selected in the sixth round, will get the opportunity to continue playing for her UMSL head coach Brian Levin, who also serves as field manager for the Racers. “I am so excited for Hannah. She has been such a tremendous performer for us at UMSL,” said Levin. Perryman has left her mark not only on the UMSL softball program but also in NCAA Division II softball during her stellar four-year career. She owns NCAA DII career records for strikeouts (1,603) and perfect games (nine), and is on track to own the career record for strikeouts per seven innings (currently at 12.62). This season she is 36-2 in the circle with a career-best 0.94 ERA. * On to the next phase in life
Softball player goes pro from UMSL With the 37th overall pick, University of Missouri-St. Louis senior Hannah Perryman became the first NCAA Division II player ever selected in the National Pro Fast Pitch Draft by the Akron Racers recently and will play in the Women’s Pro
Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, has hosted many radio shows from Health to Sports to Baby Boomer news. He was the EMCEE of the River City Rascals and St. Louis Swarm basketball team inaugural seasons and broadcasting for the indoor football teams over a decade. Has been writing sports since 1999 for the paper.
Rascals will have new look on the infield After 56 wins last season and a Frontier League Championship appearance, Rascals manager Steve Brook is in the midst of a busy off-season searching to fill the holes left by former infielders Zach Kometani, Hector Crespo and Frontier League MVP Taylor Ard. He only has three returning infielders so he had to sign eight newcomers to compete for starting spots, including five with professional baseball experience. For more information go to www.RiverCityRascals.com * Here before you know it
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Easy ways to eat more fruits and veggies
Have you been following your parents’ age-old advice to “eat your fruits and vegetables”? If adding more produce to your daily diet seems like a daunting task, rest assured that one solution is right in your pantry: canned foods. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s MyPlate nutrition guidelines, half of your plate should consist of fruits and vegetables. Because cans seal in foods’ nutrition, freshness and flavor, they are one of the best ways to get more produce picked at its peak to your table. Plus, canned produce is on par nutritionally with fresh and frozen counterparts, and in some cases even better. Additionally, the canned foods in your pantry – or “Cantry” – can be an excellent source of recipe inspiration. In a recent study, 73 percent of moms agreed that canned foods help them get healthful homemade meals on the table more often. Unlock the goodness of canned fruits and vegetables to prepare delicious dishes like Pineapple Jerk Chicken, featuring nutritious canned pineapple and protein-packed black beans, and Gazpacho with Crab, made with canned crab and lycopene-rich diced tomatoes. For more information about the benefits of canned foods, as well as recipe inspiration, visit CansGetYouCooking.com.
Pineapple Jerk Chicken Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes | Serves: 6
Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain rice 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 teaspoon Jamaican jerk blend seasoning 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 medium onion, diced 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks in 100 percent juice, drained 1 can (15.5 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (4.5 ounces) chopped green chiles 1/2 cup Jamaican jerk marinade Directions: Prepare rice according to directions.
Sprinkle chicken with jerk seasoning. In 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken pieces in hot oil until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. With slotted spoon, remove chicken to plate. Using drippings remaining in skillet, cook onion over medium heat, about 5 minutes. Add chicken pieces, pineapple chunks, black beans, green chiles and jerk marinade. Over high heat, bring to boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 10 minutes until chicken is tender, stirring occasionally.
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Gazpacho with Crab Prep time: 15 minutes | Serves: 4
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Ingredients: 1 can (28 ounces) organic diced tomatoes 1 can (4.5 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained 1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and coarsely chopped 1 small red onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves 1 small cucumber, seeded and diced, divided 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco pepper sauce 1 can (8.75 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained and flaked 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro Directions: In food processor or blender, combine tomatoes, chiles, red bell pepper, red onion, garlic and half of the diced cucumber. Blend until just smooth. Stir in red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper and pepper sauce. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. To serve, stir in corn and crab. Garnish with remaining cucumber and cilantro.
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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Events April 27: Karaoke
Karaoke at the 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.
April 29: All-you-can-eat chicken dinner
All-you-can-eat chicken dinner (dinein only) at the Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.
April 30: Trivia night
St. Barnabas’ Episcopal Church Trivia Night takes place at 2900 St. Catherine Street in Florissant. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., trivia begins at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $160 per table, maximum eight people per table with a 16 table limit. To reserve a table call Marlene at 314-8377113.
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 6th 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 will be available at the JJE and JFK Center and at 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.
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 314921-4250 or 314-921-4466.
April 30: Purse auction and pamper party
Beauty Impact Accessories and Mizz Piggys’ presents “All Moms Matter” Purse Auction & Pamper Party at 1F North Oaks Plaza in St. Louis County. This event will have a live auction of items from various local small businesses. For entertainment several serviced-based businesses have volunteered their services for women who have lost a child. The proceeds from this event are being donated to St. Louis Children’s Hospital Parent Bereavement Program. The organizers of the event, Brittany Raji and Catherine Harvey, hope to give the grieving women time to relax, feel appreciated and supported. This event is free and open to the public. Women who have lost a child can come and receive massages, manicures and mini- makeovers.
May 2: Hospice volunteer training
Mercy Hospice will be conducting new volunteer training in St. Louis on four consecutive Mondays; April 11, 18, 25, and May 2 from 12:30 – 4 p.m. Trained volunteers provide a variety of different services including companionship and caregiver relief for patients and families, administrative assistance and grief support. To register or inquire, please contact Paula Minogue at 314-7294415 or Paula.Minogue@mercy.net.
May 5: Pitch, hit and run
Kids ages seven-14 (as of July 17, 2016) are invited to participate in the Pitch, Hit & Run competition at 6 p.m. at Koch Park field number four. Participants compete in three stations: pitching, hitting, and running with a chance to advance to sectional competitions, team championships at a Cardinal’s game, and the national finals at the 2016 MLB All Star game. Metal spikes are not allowed. For further information, please call 314-921-4466.
May 7: Farmers market
At the Ferguson Farmers Market, Exotic Trenz Salon will be presenting gift bags and coupons form 9 – 11 a.m. There will also be live music from the Forestwood Boys from 9 – 11 a.m.
May 14: Missouri River cleanup
Missouri River Relief is hosting a community-based cleanup of trash from the banks of the Missouri River via motor boat. The event will be head-
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quartered at the Missouri River Boat Ramp at Sioux Passage Park at 17930 Old Jamestown Rd. in Florissant. The cleanup runs from 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. Volunteers can sign-in beginning at 8:30 a.m. and start boarding the boats at the Sioux Passage Park Missouri River Boat Ramp at 9 a.m. Volunteers will be shuttled to pre-scouted locations along the river to pick up tons of trash. Help is also needed after lunch to sort and haul trash for proper disposal. Individuals, families and groups are encouraged to participate. People are urged to sign up online at www.riverrelief.org. However, pre-registration is not required and people can show up the morning of the cleanup to register. Groups, individuals or families who are interested in participating in the cleanup also can contact the Missouri River Relief office in Columbia, Missouri at 573-443-0292 or email Event Coordinator jennifer@riverrelief.org for more information. Event details can be found at: bit.ly/confluenceclean-2016.
May 14: Farmers market
At the Ferguson Farmers Market, Benton’s Hair Salon presents no-sew vegetable bags from 9 – 11 a.m. Stop by and visit EarthDance’s Chickens to see how backyard chickens might be beneficial for you from 8 – 11:30 a.m. The Northern Arts Counci presents crafts for kids from 9 – 11 a.m. and there will be music by the Ritenour Jazz Band from 9 – 11 a.m.
May 14: Washers tournament
Florissant Eagles at 15245 New Halls Ferry Rd. will be holding the 5th Annual Washers tournament. There will be five lanes to choose from with a payout of first place 50 percent, second place 30 percent and third place 20 percent payout. Event starts at 1 p.m. Cost is $10 per two-person team. Come enjoy our beer garden and have some fun. Get there early to register your team.
May 14: “Shoot for a Cure” event
Make plans now to join the Friends of the Saint Louis University Liver Center for the Eighth Annual “Shoot for a Cure” fundraising event at the beautiful Strathalbyn Farms Club. Located on 140 pristine acres in the Weldon Spring area of St. Charles County, Strathalbyn Farms Club offers a unique private club environment for this benefit shooting event. The event is geared towards intermediate and experienced shooters. Event registration begins at 8 a.m. with a required safety meeting at 9:15 a.m. and shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. Breakfast will be served at 8:15 a.m. Sponsor-
ships are available at various investment levels – for more information, contact the Friends of the Saint Louis University Liver Center at 314-5763078. Teams may register for the event at a cost of $1,250 for a four member team, 100-shot course with 14-stations. Included in the team price is breakfast, clays and shells and beer and pretzels after the shoot. Proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Saint Louis University Liver Center. For more information about the “Shoot for a Cure” event and associated sponsorship opportunities, or to register a team, please contact the Friends organization at 314-576-3078 or via email at lduff@friendsoftheslulc. org.
May 16: Golf fundraiser
Painted Effects presents building a window sash with hand tools, a handson event. There will be yoga presented by Om Turtle Yoga from 10 – 11 a.m., please bring a non-perishable food item. There will also be live music by Raw Earth from 9 – 11 a.m.
May 28: Farmers market
At the Ferguson Farmers Market, Whistle Stop stops by with custard samples from 9:30 – 11: 30 a.m. and the Northern Arts Council presents crafts for kids from 9 – 11 a.m. There will be yoga presented by Om Turtle Yoga from 10 – 11 a.m., please bring a nonperishable food item. There will also be live music from Juan and Beelo from 9 – 11 a.m.
The Christian Hospital Foundation is hosting their sixth-annual Golf Outing at Norwood Hills Country Club. The day includes lunch, shotgun start, oncourse refreshments and games, and an awards reception with cocktails and dinner immediately after play. Proceeds from the outing will help the foundation continue in its mission to provide compassionate care and clinical excellence to more than 160,000 patients who visit Christian Hospital each year. The foundation also provides more than 10,000 area residents with free education and screenings each year. Sponsorships are still available and cost for a foursome is $800; individual play is $200; or cocktail/dinner only is $70. For more information, please visit the website at www.christianhospital.org/ golf or call the foundation office at 314653-5162.
June 2: Bridge fundraiser
May 20: Charity golf tournament
Pattonville class of 1966 picnic will be held at Vago Park in Maryland Heights from 10 a.m until 6 p.m. The picnic will feature lunch, snacks, music and drinks at a cost of $20 per person. For more information contact Betty Stealey Massey at bmassey322@outlook.com or Carol Engelhardt Sullivan at terry_ carol_99@yahoo.com.
Soroptimist International of Greater St. Louis is pleased to announce its 18th annual All Women’s Charity Golf Tournament at the Golf Club of Florissant. Individual entry fee is $65 and includes nine holes with cart, dinner, attendance prizes and awards for longest drive and closest to the pin. Registration begins at 1 p.m., shotgun start scramble at 2 p.m. with dinner and awards at 5 p.m. The Golf Club of Florissant is located at 50 Country Club Lane in Florissant. This year’s theme is Tropical. Proceeds from the golf tournament benefit women and children’s charities. For more information please contact Margie Heppermann at 314-839-0565, Grace Zykan at 314-837-4881 or visit their website at http://www.soroptimiststlouis.com/.
May 21: Farmers market
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The St. Louis Bridge Center is pleased to announce that it has once again formed a team, as part of the ACBL (American Contract Bridge League) and Alzheimer’s Association’s The Longest Day Event, to raise funds for and increase awareness of Alzheimer’s Disease. In keeping with the theme of the fundraiser, the Bridge Center will host open and novice duplicate bridge games all day – at 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Other activities include a raffle for dinner-for-four at Annie Gunn’s Restaurant, a silent auction, and a free bridge lesson at noon by Bruce Greenspan, an ACBL-accredited master bridge teacher. Linda Powers and Jane Ettelson are Co-Chairs for the event at the Bridge Center. More information is available at www.stlouisbridge.org.
June 11: 50th reunion picnic
June 11-12: Beaumont High School Reunion
Beaumont High Schools graduating class of January and June 1946 will be holding their 70th reunion this June. This will be the final reunion for the Beaumont graduating classes of 1946. The reunion will consist of dinner at Clayton Plaza on June 11, followed by a lunch at the DoubleTree Hotel in Chesterfield on June 12. For more information contact Martha Strehle at 636-386-5587 or Marsha Hoeman 314839-5156.
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The annual Jim Butler Charity Golf classic, benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, will be at the Country Club of St. Albans at 3165 St. Albans Road in St. Albans. The event will be a fun-filled tournament experience that includes afternoon tee times, golf, lunch, live and silent auction, dinner and awards program. Both courses will be available for the tournament. For more information, or to register, visit www.bgcstl.org. June 18: Golf fundraiser The Jennings Do-Dads are excited to announce the 23rd annual Juvenile Justice Scholarship Golf Tournament. This year’s tournament will begin with an 8 a.m. shotgun start at Normandie Golf Club at 7605 St. Charles Rock Rd. in St. Louis County. The tournament format will be a four-player team, 18-hole scramble. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers in each of four “flights.” There will be refreshments available during the event and all participants are invited to the Normandie Golf Club pavilion for food and beverages following the tournament. There will also be attendance prizes and plenty of fun for everyone. Team entry (four players) cost is $340 and includes greens fees, cart, limited beverages at course, attendance prizes and the post-tournament food and refreshments. Limited to the first 36 teams, entry forms and fees are preferred by May 31, although you may register and pay up to the day of the tournament. You can also pay online with a major credit card via PayPal at www.jenningsdodads.org. Register and pay by May 31 and the cost per foursome will be reduced to $320.
June 20: Coed softball leagues registration
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Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)
From 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. located at John F. Kennedy Center/Henry Koch Ctr., Howdershell Rd. at Charbonier Rd., Florissant. For more info contact Paul or Connie McConnell, 314-831-5476.
Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting 6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, 800 Chambers Road in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.
Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316
Doors at 4:30pm, games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316.
Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?
Check out TOPS #361 Florissant group of supportive ladies. Meetings are on Wednesday mornings beginning at 9:15 am at Bethel Providence Christian Church located at 14700 New Halls Ferry Rd in Florissant. If interested, please contact Shirley at 314-895-3528 for more information.
Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316
Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. Doors at 7:30am, games begin at 9:30am. For more information, call 314.921.2316.
The city of Overland will offer adult coed recreational slow-pitch softball leagues Monday through Thursday at a cost of $450 per team for six week double headers and $300 per team for eight week single-header games. All leagues will be recreational and do not include playoffs. League games are set to start on August 1 - 8, 2016. Registration will be accepted starting June 20 through July 22 at the Overland Community Center at 9225 Lackland Road, during normal business hours. To reserve you spot in our upcoming leagues a 50 percent deposit or full payment is required along with a completed registration form. All remaining league fees must be paid before your second game. To obtain more information, please call 314-428-0490 or check us out online at: http://www.overlandmo.org/231/ Adult-Softball-Leagues.
Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:
July 14: Charity golf tournament
6:45pm, Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314.731.9330
United 4 Children announces their Annual charity golf tournament will be held at the Norman K. Probstein golf course in Forest Park at 6141 Lagoon Drive. This important event raises over $50,000 to help children who are atrisk develop and thrive regardless of their fragile environments. Golfers will join us beginning at 12:30 p.m. with a shotgun start, followed by 18 holes of golf and an awards banquet at the club house. Tickets are $125 per player. Check out United4Children.org to register.
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: Choir rehearsals
The St. Louis Chordinals, a women’s a cappella chorus, rehearse every Tuesday evening from 7 - 9:30 p.m. at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church at 12397 Natural Bridge Rd. in Bridgeton (next to the Bridgeton Government Center). For more information call Linda at 314-
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
Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo
2pm, Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314.831.3752.
Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400
Sundays: Meat shoot
Come and enjoy the meat shoots at American Legion Post 444 located on 17090 Old Jamestown Road between Sinks Rd and Lindbergh starting at noon until dusk every Sunday - rain or shine. Great meat prizes awarded.
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: meeting
Jennings
Do-Dads
The Jennings Do-Dads hold meetings every third Sunday of the month (ex-
cept 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.
Church Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group
Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314.741.3737
Health Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation
Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon– 1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1.877.477.6954.
Every Monday-Friday: Evening Front Desk Volunteers Needed 4-7pm, Christian Hospital, 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information, please contact Lee Shields at 314.653.5032.
What’s Happening
Christian Hospital Recovery Center:
Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314.953.8100.
Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314.653.5032 Nicotine Anonymous
Nicotine Anonymous is a 12 Step Program, free and available to all seeking recovery from nicotine addiction based on principals of AA. Only requirement is a desire to stop using nicotine. Voluntary contributions are accepted. For further info call 314-822-2066 or visit WWW.Nicotine-Anonymous.org.
Look Good…Feel Better
SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A licensed cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with a makeup kit. Light refreshments are served. Info: 314.344.6090.
SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights SUDOKU answers from page 11
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A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www.silversneakers.com or call 314.738.2599.
Smoking Cessation Classes:
Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866. SSM.DOCS to register or for more information.
SSM DePaul Wellness Center:
Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314.344.6177
Free Mammogram Screenings:
SSM Health Care free mammogram screenings to women who have no health insurance. Appointments at 300 First Capitol Drive in St. Charles and SSM St. Joseph Hospital West, 100 Medical Plaza in Lake Saint Louis, 636.947.5617
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2nd Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting
Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121-124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@sbcglobal.net.
Tuesdays: Alcohol and Drug Information Meeting Christian Hospital Building 2, Suite 401, 6:30 – 8pm, 314.839.3171, free and open to the public.
Every third Tuesday of every month: Grief Support Group sponsored by DePaul Hospital 11:30am-1pm, Bridgeton Trails Library, 3455 McKelvey Rd. For more information, call 314.344.6873.
Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314.839.3171.
Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109
11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road.
Diabetes Basics:
314.344.7024 for info or 314.344.7220 to enroll.
Crisis Nursery:
Committed to preventing child abuse and neglect, the Crisis Nursery provides short-term, safe havens to children, birth through age 12, whose families are faced with an emergency or crisis. Care is available year-round and serves families throughout the greater St. Charles region. 24-hour helpline: 314.768.3201. Or 636.947.0600, www. crisisnurserykids.org
Center for Senior Renewal:
Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123.
Nutrition Education:
SSM DePaul registered dieticians can help you make sure your diet is right for you, 314.344.6157.
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“Little Miss Perfect”
By Steve Bryan
Eating disorders at the heart of ‘Little Miss Perfect’ Though some may think they know all the signs and symptoms of bulimia, anorexia and other eating disorders, “Little Miss Perfect” still has a lot to teach about these conditions. As writer/director Marlee Roberts points out, this is the story of a girl who feels societal pressures, academic pressures and disconnection from her family. This sort of abandonment turns to the need to control something. For many young people, that means controlling their weight as well as hiding their eating disorder from their families. “It’s not very physical, but it’s all about the psychological and the emotional. That’s what we set out to exemplify through ‘Little Miss Perfect,’” Roberts explained when reached by phone for an interview. “The characters in the film are all sort of helpless in a way. They don’t know what to do and they don’t know what Belle is going through and what it really is. So it all kind of gets pushed under the rug.” The aforementioned Belle, played by Karlee Roberts, is an exceptionally groomed, wellmannered high school freshman. Elected class president by her peers, Belle appears to have everything under control. Problems at home and with her peers, however, throw the honor student off-balance. “The inspiration for her character was what I was kind of feeling when I was in high school and I encountered a pro-eating disorder blog,” the director said. “I was always of the kind of personality that was a little OCD and have these perfectionist tendencies. I kind of seek control through sort of physical, tangible means. I’ve only come to realize that through the making of this movie, actually.” Roberts, much like Belle, encountered a blog with an emaciated image of a girl with the head cropped out of the picture. “They never really show their faces. I
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saw that a friend had re-blogged this photo. I went to look to see who had re-blogged this photo, why they were posting this. I realized that the one post had been re-posted hundreds, if not thousands, of times,” she said. The writer/director came upon an online sub-culture of girls who were helping each other with their weight goals: “While I was fascinated by it, I was also kind of repelled by it because I knew it was wrong. Alongside some of the images were quotes talking about perfection, talking about control, feeling worth something. Kind of these constant pressures not to disappoint people. I really connected to that.” Roberts ended up working with two clinical psychologists through the NYU Child Studies Center. “Through them, I was able to find out more personally, not only research and how to find the data and statistics, but also to look at accounts of other patients and clients of theirs. Of course, [these were] kept anonymous,” she said. “I was able to keep a record of what they were doing to hide it from friends and family. And they are really good at it.” “Little Miss Perfect” currently is working its way across the country on the film festival circuit. 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.