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May 14, 2014

Overland Farmers Market Recipes

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The New Grilling Superstar

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Local Artist Featured in Capitol

A fixture in Overland, the farmers market is a Saturday morning tradition for many residents.

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A magnet for bargain hunters Back by popular demand, the Overland Farmers Market opened for its seventh successful season on Saturday, May 10 with new vendors offering fresh produce, locally raised grass-fed beef, sweet Missouri honey and fresh-bakery goods, plus original arts, crafts, live music and a unique “Junk-a-Rama.” “Most of our vendors are local producers of fruits, vegetables and fresh meat products, in addition to those offering crafts, living plants, gardening products and other consumer goods,” said Richard A. Kilzer, president of the Overland Farmers Market Board of Directors. “We’re a magnet for bargain hunters and lovers of local produce, plus merchandise you can’t find anywhere else,” said Kilzer. The Overland Farmers Market will be open every Saturday, until Oct. 25, from 8am-12:30pm in the city parking lot on Woodson Road about one mile north of Page Avenue near the intersection of Midland Boulevard. Admission is free. Ample free parking is available. Vendors include Nagl Farms, producer of hormone-free beef, lamb, vegetables and home-made soaps on 323 acres in Belle, Mo. Cats Gardens, a boutique that offers bird feeders, birdhouses, unusual houseplants, different incenses and home décor items; beautiful, hand-made Jewelry by Bobbi; and

hand-crafted items made by Hearts & Hands. Folk singer Jessica Womack provided live music on opening day and there will continue to be a stable of musicians every Saturday during the entire season. Special performances will by given by Daddy Mellow & Friends, The Hot Flashes’, an all-female rock band, and The Rick Speir Band, just to name a few. The Overland Farmers Market is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization managed by volunteers. The Market will be open every Saturday morning through Oct. 25, 2014. It is a popular attraction in the historic Overland area. More information is available at www.overlandfarmersmarket.com. The city of Overland, with a population of about 18,000, has a notable history as the origination point of The Overland trail that wagon trains followed west to California. It was first settled in the 1820s when travelers stayed overnight at a shady place known as Overland Park. Frontiersman Daniel Boone built a cabin near what is today Wyland Elementary School in Overland; a plaque identifies where the cabin stood. Boone attracted other explorers to the area, including a settler in 1844 named Dennis Lackland, for whom a local street is named. A one-room schoolhouse was built in 1946 and the

rustic McElhinney Log House (maintained today by the Overland Historical Society) was built in the 1850s. During the Civil War, Ritenour School District was established for pioneer children. By 1919, the town name was shortened to Overland. The city was incorporated in 1939. “The Overland Farmers Market is a tradition for our city and the St. Louis region,” said Kilzer, who manages the market’s volunteer team, vendors and See OVERLAND FARMERS MARKET page 2

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The Taste in Ferguson

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Graduate Receives Scholarship

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Around Town Local news and events like a local artist’s work being selected to hang in the nation’s capitol, and the upcoming 2014 GNCC golf tournament in Florissant.

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Business The second annual The Taste in Ferguson is now calling for vendors and sponsors for 2014.

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School An UMSL nursing student, and Hazelwood East graduate, is bestowed with the Deaconess Scholarship.

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Learn & Play Book Buzz, Sudoku and a TV Families themed Crossword Puzzle.

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Movie The Amazing Spider-Man 2, the latest film, is a tedious mess that doesn’t integrate itself very well with other Marvel movies.

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Sports Local sport authority Gary B fills you in on the weekend’s sporting events.

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Recipes Lamb Loin Chops with Green Bean & Potato Salad

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What’s Happening the only events calendar you need to stay entertained all week long

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Classifieds

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Over the Fence Joe Morice is to Community News readers what Wilson was to Tim Taylor: enjoy a fresh perspective from our in-house blue-collar philosopher.

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OVERLAND FARMERS MARKET sponsors. “We look forward to making new friends every Saturday morning.” Vendors may apply by calling 314.769.6360, or by using the online form available at www.overlandfarmersmarket.com. This year’s sponsors of the Overland Farmers Market so far include: Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy, City Of Overland, Overland Business

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Association, Muenk’s Tax Company, Overland Hardware Company, Tom Drennan Insurance Agency, Shepard Funeral Chapel, Lens Auto Repair Inc., Overland Shade Company, Robert & Kathryn Herman, A+ Wiring Solutions, Cue & Cushion, Maranata Christian Community, Specialty Awning, Fink Badge, John’s Butcher Shoppee, and Robyn Lee Frame & Body.

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Around Town Missouri Department of Conservation Releases Find MO Fish App For more than a million anglers in the Show-Me State, conservation makes Missouri a great place to fish, and the Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) updated “Find MO Fish” free mobile app can help find them. The app has been improved for better and faster performance for Android mobile devices and iPhones and iPads. Find MO Fish features include a map of Missouri with locations of MDC public boat ramps for major lakes, rivers, and streams of Missouri. The map also shows exact locations of MDC underwater fish structures, which serve as habitat for fish. With the app’s geo-location feature, anglers can guide their boats right up to their favorite fish attractors and start fishing. With the new version, users can now view state and special regulations for each fish species, along with regulations for specific conservation areas and special areas where applicable. The app also provides a Fish Guide with detailed information on various species, and information on how to obtain fishing permits. The app includes annual fishing prospects and weekly fishing reports for many Missouri lakes, rivers, and streams that are popular for fishing. Find MO Fish also includes a “Best Bets” feature for certain fish species. When a user clicks on a type fish in the Fish Guide section of the app, a Best Bets button will appear if any areas have been chosen by MDC staff or other anglers as good places to catch that species. By clicking the Best Bets button, anglers can view a list of areas and read the latest weekly fishing report or annual fishing prospects report for the areas. Learn more and download the Find MO Fish app at www. mdc.mo.gov/node/15421.

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Gardening, a Life-long Hobby

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Local Artist to Have Work Featured in the Nation’s Capitol

With the help of local Eagle Scouts from Troop 374, Paul Finke, 99, a resident of Hidden Lake Senior Living Community in Spanish Lake, has constructed two raised gardens to continue his life-long gardening hobby.

Tornado Season Safety Tips

Micheala Intveld-Sutherlin (right) and Rep. Clay at the Portfolio Gallery in St. Louis on May, 2, stand before Micheala’s winning piece, “It Starts With a Whisper”(top frame).

Myth: Attempting to drive away from a tornado is a better survival plan than sheltering in place. Fact: Tornadoes do not follow a specific path or route and can change direction at any time, so attempting to drive away is an extremely risky choice. Tornadoes can turn a car into a 4,000-pound flying missile and occupants can become trapped and exposed to debris, rain, hail and/or dust. Parking on traffic lanes is dangerous and illegal, and stalled or stopped cars can block emergency vehicles. “A car is a more dangerous place to be than a well-constructed home in a tornado,” said Greg Carbin, Meteorologist for the National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center. The best place to shelter in a tornado is indoors. However, if you are already in your car and a tornado is approaching, know that there is no safe option, just slightly less-dangerous ones. If the tornado is visible, far away, and the traffic is light, you may be able to drive out of its path by moving

On Friday, May 2, McCluer High School senior Micheala IntveldSutherlin won first place in the 2014 Congressional Art Competition: “An Artistic Discovery,” that was hosted by Rep. Wm. Lacy Clay. This competition was open to all students residing in the First Congressional District of Missouri. Micheala’s piece, “It Starts With a Whisper,” will hang in the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington D.C. for an entire year. Micheala also received two round-trip tickets to Washington D.C. to attend the ribbon-cutting and unveiling ceremony in June 2014.

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at right angles to the tornado. If you are caught by extreme winds or flying debris, park the car as quickly and safely as possible — out of the traffic lanes. Stay in the car with the seat belt on. Put your head down below the windows; cover your head with your hands and a blanket, coat or other cushion if possible. If you can safely get noticeably lower than the level of the roadway, leave your car and lie in that area, covering your head with your hands. Avoid seeking shelter under bridges, which can create deadly traffic hazards while offering little protection against flying debris. Bottom Line: Develop a personal plan for safety well ahead of tornadoes and identify your safe place options at home, school and work. Start with certified shelters and safe rooms, safe spaces above or below ground, or community shelters in public spaces that are labeled as official tornado shelters like stores, malls, churches or even airports.

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TUF Program Engages Ferguson-Florissant Students

Ultimate St. Louis Tourist Contest

Every day, kids experience bullying – that’s why the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri joined with local schools to educate kids on how to help. Transform UR Future (TUF), equips students with tools so they can be more than just a bystander. At Walnut Grove Elementary School, in the Ferguson-Florissant School District, 23 Transformers from McCluer High School took time out to teach 350 students about conflict resolution. “This is the kind of program that helps kids deal with some of the worst things that can happen to them in school and in life – being bullied,” said Bonnie Barczykowski, CEO, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri. TUF expands upon Girl Scouts’ Project AntiViolence Education (PAVE) Program with a focus on bullying prevention and intervention. PAVE is a program designed to educate, empower and assist young people, K-12, in understanding and dealing with aggression and violence; to teach healthy relationship skills and help young people develop into strong and confident leaders. Program funding comes from the generosity of our community partners. It is important for Girl Scouts to raise money so programs like PAVE can be offered to schools and organizations at no cost. Examples of PAVE topics include – bullying, cyberbullying, Internet safety, conflict resolution, peer pressure, inclusion, diversity and healthy relationships. TUF focuses on a trio of schools within a district—a high school combined with an elementary and a middle school. The schools work together to implement PAVE and other Girl Scout anti-bullying programs. A key TUF component is the Transformer. Transformers are high school-aged female and male students who learn the PAVE curriculum, classroom management and presentation techniques to prepare them for delivering three PAVE sessions to the elementary school in their TUF

St. Louis fans ages eight through 18 can vie for sizeable cash prizes during the Ultimate St. Louis Tourist Contest, a competition sponsored by the St. Louis Civic Pride Foundation inviting contestants to write about their ultimate area tourism experience. For a chance to win a cash prize, contestants must visit at least three St. Louis area attractions then write about their journeys in 500 words or less. Participants can also share their St. Louis experiences through photos and videos. To enter the contest and access links to St. Louis attractions, please visit www.explorestlouis.com/ultimatetourist. Entries will be accepted until September 2. A cash prize of $500 each will be awarded to one winner in five categories: Grades three and four; grades five and six; grades seven and eight; grades nine and 10; and grades 11 and 12.

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trio. As a Transformer, students will also receive three to four leadership skill-building sessions, fulfill volunteer or service hours and will be eligible for a college scholarship. Transformers act as peer mentors to the younger students, helping to transform their attitudes toward violence and bullying. Erica Harris, a senior, and Tequilla Earvin, a junior, worked with a class full of second graders on how to work through an argument on the playground. “I’m surprised at how well they listened,” said Earvin, “They gave such good feedback.” Harris admitted she was nervous about her presentation, but afterward, she knew she made the right decision, “As a kid I always wanted to be a Girl Scout, but being a Transformer is just as fun. Teaching little kids the right way to do things; it made me feel great, like I made a difference.” For those seeking more information or how to get involved, Girl Scouts will host a PAVE Rally at Soldiers Memorial in downtown St. Louis on May 8 at 5pm. This event focuses on the importance of bullying prevention efforts in schools, communities and homes. In previous years, the event drew as many as 500 attendees, including the St. Louis Mayor and other elected officials. This year, TUF students will take part in the planning and implementation of this community event. An additional PAVE Rally will be held in Hannibal in conjunction with TUF schools in that community. 97 percent of teachers in PAVE report that students follow classroom rules better and 98 percent report students have better control of their tempers in class. “We are always striving to make sure TUF students are in the same three classrooms on each visit, for consistency and to give the kids familiar faces,” said Jillian Richardson, a Girl Scout program manager. PAVE launched in 2000 as a pilot project in Girl Scout councils nationwide as part of a National Institute of Justice grant. Since its inception, Girl Scouts has served more than 300,000 young people through PAVE programs in eastern Missouri.

Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce June Luncheon: On Wednesday, June 11 at 11:30am, the Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce has a special luncheon planned featuring State Auditor Thomas A. Schweisch. There will also be a drawing for a 32-inch flat screen TV for everyone who turns in a completed Member One Card. State Auditor Tom Schweisch is a fifth-generation Missourian and a graduate of St. Louis County Public Missouri State Auditor Thomas A. Schools, Yale, and Harvard Law School. Schweisch Schweich practiced law for over 20 years in St. Louis at the law firm of Bryan Cave LLP. Schweisch began his public service career investigating the notorious siege at Waco, Texas as part of Jack Danforth’s Special Counsel investigation. He then served as Chief of Staff to three United States Ambassadors to the United Nations and as Deputy Director and Acting Director of the law enforcement division of the U.S. State Depart­ment where he oversaw the activities of 4,000 people in over 40 countries with an annual budget of $2.5 billion. In March 2007, President Bush appointed Schweisch U.S. Ambassador for Counternarcotics and Justice Reform in Afghanistan. During his service in the State Department, he led diplomatic missions to approximately 30 countries. Schweisch is the author of three books: Protect Yourself from Business Lawsuits (and lawyers like me), Crashproof Your Life, and Staying Power. In November 2010, the people of Missouri elected Schweisch to be their State Auditor. Schweisch is married and has two children. The luncheon will be held from 11:30am-1pm at Syberg’s located at 2430 Old Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights.

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Age-Friendly Communities Advisory Taskforce to Recruit St. Louis County Citizens The St. Louis County Government is looking for citizens to serve on its Age-Friendly Communities Advisory Taskforce. This taskforce will play an integral part in developing an action plan to help St. Louis County be a great place for residents of all ages. With support from St. Louis County’s Department of Planning, the taskforce will review a countywide baseline assessment, help guide public outreach, and provide insight

and feedback on priorities, goals, and strategies for supporting active, healthy aging in St. Louis County. Interested St. Louis County residents age 45 years and older can get additional information and a nomination form by visiting www.stlouisco.com/AgeFriendly. Nomination forms are due Friday, May 16.

2014 Greater North County Chamber Golf Tournament Set for June 6 The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce 2014 Golf Tournament will be on Friday, June 6, at the Golf Club of Florissant, 52 Country Club Lane in Florissant. The 2014 Golf Tournament Event Sponsor is SSM DePaul Health Center and Eagle Sponsors are Commercial Bank and Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake. The $100 per person entry fee includes 18 holes with a cart, lunch, dinner and drink tickets. Dinner will be provided by Longhorn Steakhouse. Tournament will feature several contests, mulligans, skins, attendance prizes and more. Other sponsors include Birdie Sponsors: Christian Hospital, City of Florissant, and Valley Industries; Beverage Cart Sponsors: Here Today, Norwood Hills Country Club and Schaeffer Autobody Centers; Dinner Sponsor: Hutchens Mortuary; Putting Contest: Nimmons Wealth Management; Closest To The Pin: Life Care Center of Florissant; Closest To The Line: Handyman True Value Hardware; Attendance Prize Sponsor: White Auto Body, Inc.; and Pin Flag Sponsors:

Black Jack Fire Protection District, Labor Ready and Zykan Family Partnership. To register to golf, call the chamber office at 314.831.3500 or visit www.greaternorthcountychamber.com.

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American Cancer Society Cattle Baron’s Ball Rounding up Funds to Finish the Fight Dust of your hat and boots to help fight cancer by joining the entire volunteer planning committee to support the American Cancer Society’s second annual Cattle Baron’s Ball on Saturday, Nov.1 at the Equine-Assisted Therapy, Inc. Arena in Wildwood, Mo. Chairing the event will be Kari Culver and Mary Dedeaux-Swinton. The event, themed “Hope on the Range” kicks off at 6:30pm with games, auctions, dancing, live entertainment and dining. All held in a magnificent state-of-the-art location, where the gentlemen wear jeans and the ladies dress as fancy or as casual as they wish ... western chic, buckskin, flashy belts and boots. This is a one-of-a-kind event in St. Louis, but launched in Texas in the 1970s. Since then, the event has grown across the country and has become the single -largest fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. The Cattle Baron’s Ball brings together generous supporters for an incredible evening to fund the Society’s mission of eliminating cancer by helping people stay well, helping people get well, finding cures through research and fighting back through advocacy efforts. “Too many of us have been touched by the pain caused by cancer, either personally or alongside a family member, friend, neighbor or co-worker,” said Kari Culver, co-chair of the event. “But thanks to the advances in research and medical technology, there is more hope than ever of finding a cure. Today, 2 out of 3 people are surviving cancer, but we need to make it 3 out of 3. There is no question that fundraising plays a vital part in finding a cure. Now, more than ever we need your support.” There are many ways for the community to support the event; by purchasing tickets or a table, becoming a sponsor, or volunteering. To learn more, visit www.stlcattlebaronsball.org or 314.286.8192.

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Second Annual The Taste in Ferguson The second annual The Taste in Ferguson, a community fundraiser for the Robbie McGarthland/Samantha Lipka Memorial Scholarship Fund, is calling for sponsors and vendors to make the event a success. This year’s event will take place from 3-6pm on Sunday, June 29 at the Savoy Banquet Center in Ferguson. Last year’s event hosted about 19 restaurants and vendors and more than 600 attendees. With new and exciting features, the event is expected to draw well over 750 attendees and more than 20 vendors. As many Photo courtesy The Taste in Ferguson inaugural vendors and sponsors have already second annual The Taste in Ferguson, visit www. signed on to return, it is critical for new venTheTasteInFerguson.com, or call the Event Chairs: dors and sponsors to secure booths quickly. Tickets are for sale now. To purchase tickets, Bob McGartland, 314.323.7436; Linda Lipka, register as a vendor, or to become a sponsor for the 314.973.2594; or Mark Byrne, 314.703.5091.

NCI Names 2014’s Award Recipients to be Honored at 37th Annual Breakfast North County Incorporated (NCI) is pleased to announce that their annual Business Development, Community Development, Elmer Belsha Leadership, Public Service, and Special Recognition recipients have been chosen. The 2014 award recipients will be honored at NCI’s 37th Annual Breakfast at 7:30am on Friday, May 16 at the Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel. This year’s presenting sponsors are HDR Engineering and SSM DePaul Health Center. NCI’s Business Development Award will be presented to Charter Communications.

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NCI’s Community Development Awards will be presented to the Hazelwood School District under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Grayling Tobias and to Scott Negwer, owner, Negwer Materials, Inc. The Elmer Belsha Leadership Award will be presented to Patty Gould, director of schoolbusiness partnerships and community education for the Pattonville School District. Public Service Awards will be presented to Lt. Jeffrey Fuesting, commander of the city of Jennings Police Department, Jerry Dunn, Ph.D., executive director, Children’s Advocacy Services of Greater St. Louis based at University of Missouri–St. Louis, Commander of the city of Jennings, Mayor Norman C. McCourt, and Dr. Marcia Pfieffer, president of St. Louis Community College–Florissant Valley. Special Recognition Awards will be presented Brian Goldman, president, Northwest Chamber of Commerce and Veronica Morrow-Reel, community development assistant at Citizens National Bank of Greater St. Louis.

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Hazelwood Residents Urged to Take Online Survey Hazelwood City Council members want to hear from their local constituents. A resident survey has been posted on the City’s website at www.hazelwoodmo.org and can be visibly seen when the site comes up on a computer screen or mobile device. Clicking the link with a computer mouse gives residents easy access to it. Those who have limited access to the Internet or don’t have a computer can fill out a hard copy of the resident survey at one of these locations: Hazelwood City Hall; Civic Center East; Hazelwood Community Center; or the St. Louis County Library’s Prairie Commons Branch in Hazelwood. After completing the questionnaire, residents can fold it and drop it inside a specially marked ballot box. The City of Hazelwood currently finds itself in a financial crisis. Although the City was able to maintain a budget surplus for many years in the past, things have dramatically changed as a result of the Ford plant closing and the lingering effects of the worst economic downturn since the Great Depression which started in 2008. New revenue sources, such as the red light cameras, have become less reliable. Plus, the amount of property and commercial sales tax revenue is lower now than it was back in 2008, causing City revenues to lag behind expenses. Therefore, the City has moved from a budget surplus to a budget deficit starting in 2012 and the deficit is increasing each year. To help compensate for the reduction in revenues, Hazelwood officials have drastically cut City expenses down to the bone in recent years. In 2013, expenses were pretty much kept flat at a rate of 1.29 percent – which is almost 40 percent lower than the rate of inflation – except for increases in health insurance, commodities, and utility costs. In fact, city employees have gone without a Cost of Living increase during four of the last five years. Unfortunately, these cuts haven’t been able to turn things around. As a result, Hazelwood City Council members are faced with making some difficult budget decisions in order to keep the City of Hazelwood from further deficit spending. Additional budget cuts will need to be made unless the City finds another steady operating revenue stream. That’s why Council members are asking for residents’ feedback on which City services and/or programs they like and which ones they could do without or pay a fee to keep. The survey is brief and only takes a few minutes to complete. This is a chance for local citizens to voice their opinions and help guide the Council in which direction to go with its budget cutting decisions. Hazelwood City Council members plan to host informational meetings in their wards during the next few months. Announcements of these meetings will be posted on the City’s website and disseminated to the local media. The City’s management staff will also be available to attend these neighborhood meetings and answer any questions regarding this important issue. Residents interested in hosting their own neighborhood meetings and inviting a City Council member and/or City management staff person to speak can make these arrangements by calling 314.513.5011.

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Florissant Students Celebrate Community Service with a Visit by Blues Mascot

Board Approves Two New School Administrators

Earlier this month, students at St. Rose Philippine Duchesne School in Florissant celebrated their service to the community with a special rally where they presented a check for $1,500 to the St. Louis Blues 14 Fund and over $500 to Friends of Kids with Cancer. Students collected donations for these service projects earlier in the year and participated in a hockey puck shootout during gym Louie, the St. Louis Blues mascot, was on-hand at St. Rose Philippine Duchesne School during a class. The winning student special rally during which students presented $1,500 to the St. Louis Blues 14 Fund. from each grade level had a For Friends of Kids with Cancer the students chance to shoot the puck at held a classroom “penny war” and made valenthe assembly on April 11 with visitors from both organizations, along with a special appearance tine cards and decorations to bring a smile to kids who are battling cancer. by Louie, the St. Louis Blues’ mascot.

The Pattonville Board of Education on April 7 approved the selections of William Casner as principal of Bridgeway Elementary School and Robert Thompson as associate principal of Pattonville High School. They will begin their new positions on July 1. Casner has worked several years in Pattonville in various positions through the Special School District (SSD) of St. Louis County. He is currently SSD’s area coordinator for Pattonville’s elementary schools. He previously served as special education administrative intern in Pattonville, interim area coordinator for the Clayton School District and as a special education teacher at Drummond and Willow Brook elementary schools in Pattonville. Casner earned his bachelor’s degree in special ed- William Casner ucation from Fontbonne University and his master’s and specialist’s degrees in school administration from Lindenwood University. He is currently pursuing his doctorate in educational administration from Lindenwood. Thompson is currently an assistant principal and district athletics/activities director in the DeSoto No. 73 School District. He previously served as assistant principal at Hazelwood East High School and as a physical education teacher at Hazelwood East and Herculaneum high schools. He is also currently head football coach at DeSoto. Thompson holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education from the University of Missouri-St. Louis, a master’s degree in educational administration from Southwest Robert Thompson Baptist University and a specialist’s degree in educational administration from Missouri Baptist University.

Hazelwood East High Graduate Receives Deaconess Scholarship It’s apparent when Brittany Farrell walks through the door, she is on a mission. On this day, she enters Seton Hall at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, head up and smiling, greeting classmates in the building’s lounge but steadily moving toward her destination. It is in the University’s nursing school where Farrell is working toward her career destination, a bachelor’s degree in nursing. Thanks to the Deaconess Scholarship she just received, she is that much closer to achieving her goal. Farrell is starting her senior year as a nursing student at UMSL, and is looking forward to her future. A 2007 graduate of Hazelwood East High School, she says Farrell, shown here at an UMSL nursing lab, is a 2007 graduate of Hazelwood the decision to enter medicine was in her East High School. Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District blood. nursing school, Farrell would like to gain experi“I initially wanted to go to medical school, but ence in the area of holistic medicine. Her ultimate it just changed,” explained Farrell. “My mom is a goal is to earn her doctorate in public health and nurse and when I thought about it, nursing fits my use her talents to minimize health disparities in personality. It suits me better.” underrepresented populations. Recalling her time at Hazelwood East, Farrell credits math teacher Sherri Gaskin and former East High School counselor Shonda Phillips as having a significant influence on her success. “Ms. Phillips was very inspirational,” said Farrell. “She helped me find out who I was and she was great in supporting me. Ms. Gaskin encouraged me and reminded me that I could do whatever I wanted to do.” In addition to her studies, which include clinicals at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and the St. Louis Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center, Farrell is currently the president of the Minority Student Nurses Association, and the mother of a 6-year-old. The Deaconess Scholarship is the result of a collaborative effort by Deaconess Foundation, The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis and the St. Louis American Foundation. The foundations have committed more than $100,000 annually in resources and support over a five-year-period to assist future nurses in their education and www.lwcs.us training. As she enters her final year of

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Middle Pick:

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Community News is proud to offer our readers “Book Buzz.” This column will feature great books for children in three categories: Youngest Pick: early childhood to the first or second grade, Middle Pick: elementary school children, and Oldest Pick: middle school children. Enjoy!

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All hail Locomotive, a new Caldecott winner by Brian Floca—feel the earth quake, the vibration in your chest as “the iron horse, the great machine . . . 50 feet and 40 tons” pulls into the station. It’s 1869, and your mother, sister and you are traveling the newly constructed Union Pacific Line to meet your dad out West. The line extends from Nebraska to Sacramento, turning a journey that once took months into a four-day ride on the rails. All phases of the journey, including train mechanics, are explored as the engine passes through the Platte River Valley, the Utah Territory and other locales you’ve only read about in newspapers. Along the way, you and yours will dive into chicken stew and antelope chops at railroad restaurants— but hurry—only 20 minutes to eat before it’s back in the train. Hours are passed, reading, sleeping and playing cards, while your destination draws ever nearer, the engine huffing to pull its load through tunnels and up mountaintop summits. Finally you arrive, happy to be reunited with your dad, all “thanks to the locomotive.”

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When Marvel rebooted the Spider-Man cinematic franchise in 2012, the studio was tasked with getting the beleaguered webslinger back on track. Unfortunately, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, the latest film, is a tedious mess that doesn’t integrate itself very well with other Marvel movies. Andrew Garfield returns as Peter Parker, the high school student who uses his arachnid powers to help people. Peter fights crime, goes to college, and sells photographs to the Daily Bugle to help his Aunt May (Sally Field). When he has time, he also sees his lady love, Gwen Stacy (Emma Stone), but he sometimes disappears on her to help the police. After the death of her father, Captain George Stacy (Denis Leary), Peter experiences flashes of guilt every time he goes out with Gwen. Peter promised the police officer to keep his daughter out of harm’s way, something he feels he is failing to do. Gwen and Peter break up and get back together on a regular basis because of this guilt. Peter also learns more about the death of his parents and what caused their demise. Harry Osborn (Dane DeHaan), Parker’s high school buddy, also needs Spider-Man’s help to battle the genetic disease that’s killing him. Peter’s superpowers may hold the key to a cure for Harry, but he is afraid that the cure may be worse than the disease. Director Marc Webb should have read all available reprints of SpiderMan’s early adventures before tackling The Amazing Spider-Man 2. Webb violates the spirit and intention of the original comic book stories by cramming too many characters and situations into 142 minutes. The introduction of Max Dillon, the man who transforms into Electro, should have been the sole focus of this film. Jamie Foxx does a nice job as the nerdy Max and his electrically-charged alter ego, but director Webb doesn’t give him enough time to explore and develop an original Spider-Man villain. The same goes for Harry Osborn, the young man who becomes the Green Goblin. Gwen Stacy has a tragic history with the Green Goblin, but this

scenario does not get the time it needs, either. The Green Goblin/Gwen Stacy encounter was a dramatic turning point in the comics, but here it is just an afterthought. The second “Spider-Man” movie with Tobey Maguire in 2004 was nearly perfect. Alfred Molina rocked the screen as Doctor Octopus while Maguire explored Peter’s superhero life and his chance for happiness with Mary Jane Watson. The current movie, in contrast, could be a franchise killer. Here’s hoping Marc Webb reloads his web-shooters before tackling yet another Marvel movie. Spider-Man is one of Marvel’s best characters and deserves a director focused on creating the best movie possible. The Amazing Spider-Man 2, rated PG-13 for sequences of sci-fi action and violence, currently is playing in theaters. Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.

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Gary Baute Basketball Star is Born Dougie, as he is affectionately known, shows off his gold medal for his basketball accomplishments in the St Louis basketball league for special kids and adults. Dougie, a long time employee of Pat Hannon’s at Patrick’s Bar & Grill of Westport Plaza, can be seen everyday making sure everything looks great for all the patrons. I especially like it when he serves those delicious, hot biscuits. Thanks to John Sanders for the picture and information. Doug Ackermann is pictured with Pat Hannon. * A memory that will last a life time Attack Win 74-1 Yes, you read that right. The Gateway Hawks, a local outdoor football team, agreed to play the indoor team in a non-conference game and lost to the Attack by a score of 74-1. Scoring in the X-League is a little different than regulation football. For instance, teams can score one point if their kicker is able to put the ball through the opposing team’s uprights during a kickoff. If you are not familiar with indoor football, that would be about a 60-yard kick off a tee. This is how the Hawks broke the goose egg and scored their lone point on Saturday night at the Family Arena in St. Charles. The Attack are presently undefeated in the league and will play their next home

game on May 23. If you can’t make it to the game, tune in to www.TalkSTL.com with Todd Blackstock and David Solomon. Visit www.stlouisattack.com for more information. * Not bad for an exhibition game Rams Pick Up Talent in NFL Draft Head Coach Jeff Fisher and his staff decided this year to start their picks going after bulk, and that they is exactly what they did. For the first time in his 19 years on the clock in the NFL draft, Fisher picked an offensive lineman. Below are the new Rams, listed in the order in which they were drafted: Greg Robinson, 6’5”, 332 lbs, offensive tackle, Auburn University Aaron Donald, 6’1”, 285 lbs, defensive tackle, University of Pittsburgh Lamarcus Joyner, 5’8”, 184 lbs, defensive back, University of Florida Tre Mason, 5’8”, 208 lbs, running back, Auburn University Mo Alexander, 6’1”, 220 lbs, safety, Utah State E. J. Gaines, 5’10”, 190 lbs, corner back, University of Missouri Garrett Gilbert, 6’4”, 221 lbs, quarterback, Southern Methodist University Mitchell Van Dyk, 6’7”, 313 lbs, offensive tackle, Portland State University C. B. Bryant, 5’9”, 198 lbs, defensive back, Ohio State University Michael Sam, 6’2”, 261 lbs, defensive end, University of Missouri Demetrius Rhaney, 6’2”, 301 lbs, center, Tennessee State University * Good variety O’Fallon has River City Rascal Baseball The Rascals ball club will hear the home plate umpire yell ‘play ball!’ at home in just nine days. For more information, visit www.RiverCityRascals.com * Great prices and entertainment for all ages Former Lindenwood University Gridiron Star Drafted Cornerback Pierre Desir was the first player in Lion history to be taken in the NFL Draft last week. The Cleveland Browns announced him as the 27th player picked in the 4th round. A former soccer player, the Haitian-born athlete impressed the scouts with his 6-foot-1-inch, 198-pound stature during the combines. *Great accomplishment Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, and co-hosted SportsRadioSTL.com, among many other activities. Currently he broadcasts a radio show on 590 ‘The Man’ and 1380 ‘The Woman.’

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The New Grilling Superstar This grilling season, choose lean, tender lamb as the centerpiece for your summer entertaining menu.

Once served only for Easter, there’s no reason why lamb can’t be enjoyed all year long. Just as turkey has moved beyond Thanksgiving to become everyday fare, the same is true with lamb meat — it’s readily available for all seasons and easy to prepare, allowing for lamb kabobs, burgers, thinly sliced leg of lamb and chops to be a delicious addition to your grilling occasions. Myths behind the meat “In my career as a cookbook author and cooking instructor, I have never seen a more misunderstood ingredient than lamb,” said Amy Riolo, award-winning author, chef, television personality and culinary educator. “While prized in most other places in the world, lamb remains a mystery to most Americans.” If you haven’t tried lamb in a while, you may be surprised by this flavorful protein. While often confused for mutton, the tougher meat of older lamb, young lamb is tender. Others may shy away from this choice protein, believing it has a gamey taste. But modern lamb is raised differently than in the past, resulting in a sweeter, succulent taste. Can lamb fit into a healthy diet? Sure! This rich-tasting meat contains, on average, 175 calories per 3-ounce serving. Lastly, people assume it’s expensive; but value cuts, such as the shoulder, leg and ground lamb can fit into any grocery budget. A better-for-you selection Serve up lean lamb cuts — including the leg, loin and rack — for a protein- and nutrient-packed dish. In fact, on average, a 3-ounce serving delivers almost 50 percent of your daily protein needs and is a good source of iron. Also rich in zinc, selenium and vitamin B-12, a 3-ounce serving of lamb can provide nearly five times the amount of essential omega-3 fatty acids when compared to beef. Lamb is also raised without the addition of synthetic hormones. Grill up goodness Chef Amy Riolo provides these tips for serving up the most scrumptious, savory lamb right from your own grill. • In a hurry? Choose cubed leg of lamb for kabobs, rib chops or boneless butterflied leg of lamb — cuts which can be grilled in minutes. • Aromatics are lamb’s best friends. Onions, garlic, spices and lemon juice enhance the natural sweet flavor in lamb. • Grilling lamb with garlic, mint and olive oil is a great way to introduce lamb for first-timers. Cut slits into the lamb meat and insert pieces of garlic cloves, then rub with oil and dried mint. • Use a meat thermometer to measure the internal temperature. Lamb will continue cooking after you pull it off the grill, so it’s best to remove it about 10 degrees lower than your target temperature. • Lamb is best served medium rare (145°F) or medium (160°F). All ground lamb should be cooked to 160°F. For more lamb recipes and cooking tips, visit www.leanonlamb.com, www.pinterest.com/ leanonlamb or on Twitter @leanonlamb.

Lamb Loin Chops with Green Bean & Potato Salad Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients: For salad: 1/2 cup fat free plain Greek yogurt 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 lemon, zested and juiced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half 1 pound green beans, ends trimmed and cut in half 2 pounds small red new potatoes, larger potatoes cut in half For lamb: 4 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 1/2 pounds lamb loin chops (or 10 loin chops)

Directions: In large bowl, whisk together yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, dill, chives, salt, pepper and cherry tomatoes; set aside.

Combine garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper in small bowl. Place lamb chops on large tray and rub garlic oil mixture all over lamb loin chops; set aside while grill heats.

In large saucepan bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add green beans and cook until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove with slotted spoon and add to bowl with dressing. Add potatoes to already simmering water and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain potatoes and add to bowl. Toss to coat.

On gas grill, turn all burners to high, close lid and heat until grates are hot, about 15 minutes. Scrape grates clean. Grill lamb chops about 6 minutes per side or until cooked to 145°F for medium rare. Move to clean plate and let rest 5 minutes. Toss potato salad again and serve with lamb chops.

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10:00am, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine Street. To RSVP, call 314.838.3877 Thursday, May 15: 24th Annual IEC Electrical Trade Show 4pm, Moolah Temple, 12545 Fee Fee Road. This event is free with pre-registration or $10 at the door. Saturday, May 17: Overland Historical Society’s Spring Porch

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Mondays and Wednesdays: Seniors: Exercise with Melanie FREE. Classes are led by a licensed Physical Therapist. 1 pm. 3350 St. Catherine St. (near the Eagan Center) RSVP 314.838.3877 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. 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);

Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400 Every Sundays: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine #1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, 1 – 4pm, through October. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314.921.7582, vicray01@aol.com Church Friday, May 16: Bellefontaine United Methodist Church Fish Fry 4-6pm, Bellefontaine United Methodist Church, 10600 Bellefontaine Road. Children under 6, free; single $7.50; double, $8.50. For more information, call 314.867.0800. Friday, June 6: Bellefontaine United Methodist Church Fish Fry 4-6pm, Bellefontaine United Methodist Church, 10600 Bellefontaine Road. Children under 6, free; single $7.50; double, $8.50. For more information, call 314.867.0800. 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

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www.mycnews.com • Community News • May 7, 2014 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. Every Monday, Health Tips With Mary Swip 11am,. The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Drive in Florissant. Sales Director Mary Swip will have a guest speaker come talk about health and wellness tips All Bridge events are free, but require reservations. Please RSVP by calling 314.831.0988.

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Now: SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with state-of-theart 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.

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

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.

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Group at Christian Hospital To register call 314.747.9355 Tuesdays: Alcohol and Drug Information Meeting Christian Hospital Building 2, Suite 401, 6:30 – 8pm, 314.839.3171, free and open to the public. Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109 11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road. SUDOKU answers from page 8

Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314.839.3171. Center for Senior Renewal: Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123. Christian Hospital Recovery Center: Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314.953.8100. Volunteers Needed at Christian Hospital: Call 314.653.5032 SSM DePaul Healthy Happenings Every Mon. & Tues.: Healthy Meal Replacement (HMR) Program Orientation Mondays: 6–7pm Tuesdays: Noon–1pm SSM DePaul Wellness Center. Attend a free orientation to learn: the Five Success Variables needed to lose weight, different diet options available and how important physical activity really is. Please call to register at 1.877.477.6954. Diabetes Self-Management Training: Call 314.344.7220 Smoking Cessation Classes: Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866.SSM.DOCS to register or for more information. SSM DePaul Wellness Center: CROSSWORD answers from page 8

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Four Minutes of the Kentucky Derby If there was ever a better example of how TV sports programs have gone over the edge, it might be the recent Kentucky Derby. I seldom watch it unless it happens to be on at someone’s house, the local pub or on 50 screens at a TV store I ducked into during a storm. In this case, I was chowing down in a local bar/restaurant. I was told the Kentucky Derby TV extravaganza had

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Big Muddy on occasion although he warned against betting on horses at lesser tracks. He was probably right. There were no horses that looked, ran or acted like thoroughbred Derby horses, although most of them had four legs and fur. Somehow I seemed able to pick the ones that liked to play follow-the-leader or stop for lunch on the back stretch. Oh well. It was fun watching them run full-out down the final stretch…or in the case of my picks; stroll. I did pick a few winners, however. Each time it happened I said, “Hah! Now I’m on their money.” Then I bet the winnings on horses that probably pulled covered wagons in historic events between races. I doubt Kentucky Derby horse owners would’ve let them pull parade floats at homecomings. Actually, some of them were handsome critters. My female friends usually bet on the prettiest ones. They often won more than I did. It made me consider giving up trying to handicap horse races. Perhaps I should’ve asked if race track touts sold tip sheets that picked winners by how pretty they looked. The last time I went to Fairmont, I sat with some horse race fans who were there quite often. We sat in the restaurant part sipping cocktails between snacks and studying the Racing Form. I managed to pick one winner. I also managed to pick seven losers…but I had fun. It still didn’t cost as much as going to a Cardinal game, and Busch Stadium doesn’t even have parimutuel windows with smart alecks to snort at my $2 bet. I thought about the Kentucky Derby $1,417,800 first prize that went to California Chrome. Big Deal. That wouldn’t even buy a rookie outfielder. Joe Morice is Community News’s blue-collar philosopher. He was born and raised in Missouri and spent most of his childhood on a farm and adulthood operating big machines. He has no formal training as a writer, unless 60 years of writing about any and everything counts. The opinions expressed in this column are Joe Morice’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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