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By Rodrick K. Burton

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Home & Garden Photo by Sara Hardin A cyclist takes advantage of a warm spring day in Forest Park. The St. Louis area ranks as the 18th most polluted metropolitan area in the nation for ozone pollution.

Ozone pollution lands region on list as 18th most polluted metropolitan area in the country By Sara Hardin The American Lung Association’s latest State of the Air Report, released April 20, named the St. Louis area as the 18th most polluted metropolitan area in the nation for ozone pollution. With the approach of the first summer season since the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) strengthened National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), the Clean Air partnership is working hard to increase awareness and assist residents in reducing the emissions that lead to air pollution. “The same recommendations that we’ve been giving forever still apply,” said Susannah Fuchs, Director of the Clean Air Partnership with the American Lung Association in Missouri. “Making different choices about your transportation is important. If you can use transit, whether it’s by bus or the Metrolink, your decision makes a big difference in taking single occupancy vehicles off the road. You can carpool or vanpool, maybe you can flextime or telecommute. Anything related to trans-

portation and reducing vehicles on the road during the high commute times – the times when you would be idling instead of driving – makes a huge difference. That’s huge for all metro areas, not just here in St. Louis.” The stricter NAAQS were released by the EPA on Oct. 1, 2015 after extensive scientific evidence was found about the effects of ozone on public health and welfare. The standards were updated with particularly at-risk groups in mind, such as children, older adults, those who suffer from lung diseases such as asthma, and those who are active outdoors. Although the effects of ozone pollution may not be immediately evident to St. Louis residents, there are serious implications if measures are not taken in an attempt to reduce harmful emissions. “People are really not as aware of the pollution problems in St. Louis as you think they would be,” said Fuchs. “Usually you can’t see it here. We don’t have as much of a problem with the visible

pollution as we do with ozone pollution, which you can’t see or smell. People may not even know that we have a pollution problem here in the metro area. We have See CLEARING THE AIR page 2

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CLEARING THE AIR from cover one of the highest child asthma prevalence rates in the country. Asthma can be irritated, exacerbated, and some studies say caused by air pollution. Exposure to air pollution has so many health implications, it’s not to be taken lightly, but I think most people aren’t even aware of it.” In the battle against harmful emissions and the pollution they cause, one thing is certain: every conscious act makes a difference in the effects that our air have on our health. “People think that their behavior changes won’t have a big effect, but I think that we need to keep in mind that each of us and every one of our consumer decisions – where we buy, what we buy, what we drive to get where we go – all of these things do make a difference for our air pollution and our lung health,” urged Fuchs. “If you can be mindful about your decision-making and about your commuting, you yourself as an individual do make a difference. Every single one of us makes a difference on our environment and on the impact of our air pollution.” To learn more and to find out what steps you can take to improve air quality, visit www.lung.org.

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COMMUNITY VOICES The importance of civic duty in our modern society is greater than ever By Rodrick K. Burton Civic duty is a term that has fallen out of the contemporary lexicon. Many associate the term with eras such as in the 1950s. Since then the concept of civic responsibility by the individual has taken a battering. In the years following World War II, there was more of a general trust in government, despite government not serving all Americans equally. The final decades of the 20th century our government, like its citizens, had many flaws and could be manipulated by political figures and industrial sectors. So we find ourselves in the age of 24-hour news cycles, social media ascendency and hyper-individualism, completely unfamiliar with civic duty seeming relevant. I argue the idea of civic duty is a virtue more important than ever before. Recent studies have shown social media presents an illusion of personal connectedness, when in fact people report they have less real friendships than ever before.

Political mantras of one party declare that government is too big; yet others deem it too intrusive and not to be trusted. A casual watching of “60 Minutes” or browsing of the Wall Street Journal finds plenty of reason not to trust big business. Despite the political season rhetoric of a great uniting, too many feel disconnected and divided. Most folk don’t know who their neighbors are on their right and left. It is within this American context that the idea of civic duty is needed more than ever. The idea is that despite our consumer-culture conditioning to solely satisfy ourselves through purchases, there exists a responsibility to look out for one another. That we must seek the greater good for our neighbors no matter the race, gender, economic status, duty or sexual orientation. That every citizen is our kindred and deserves to have their basic humanity affirmed and protected. Civic duty is

not limited to electoral participation, but sharing of what we have with others; be it blood, clothing, food, time, talent or treasure. Civic duty calls us to see something and say something concerning safety and civility. We all have duty to carry out our civic duty. Rodrick Burton is the Pastor of New Northside Missionary Baptist Church, a member of the St. Louis Metropolitan Clergy Coalition, the Ecumenical Leadership Council, St. Louis Initiative to Reduce Violence (SIRV), Voices for Early Childcare Programs, and a field education mentor at Covenant Theological Seminary. The opinions expressed in this column are the columnist’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.

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Hazelwood Police Department participates in ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign The Hazelwood Police Department will be joining other statewide law enforcement agencies in implementing an aggressive “Click It or Ticket” campaign, from May 23 to June 5, to crack down on Missouri’s seat belt violators. Six out of 10 people killed in Missouri traffic accidents are unbuckled. Even with the advancements in automobile safety and education on the importance of using seat belts, Missouri’s seat belt use percentage has remained relatively unchanged in the last six years, and is consistently below the national average. Seat belt use is the single most effective way to protect people and reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes. “Every day someone dies in a crash in Mis-

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souri because they weren’t buckled up,” said Hazelwood Police Chief Gregg Hall. “We will be pulling out all the stops to ensure motorists are buckling up.” For information, visit www.saveMOlives.com.

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According to the American Stroke Association, strokes. The faster you can recognize symptoms one in six people will suffer a stroke in their life- of a stroke, the faster you can seek treatment from qualified professionals,” said time, which equates to someone SSM Health neurologist, Dr. Suhir suffering a stroke every 40 seconds. Despite the prevalence Batchu. The best way to assess if you are witnessing someone havand potential lasting effects of ing a stroke is to use FAST: stokes, many don’t take it seriF – Face drooping ous enough or know the warnA – Arm Weakness ing signs. A stroke happens when S – Speech Difficulty T – Time to call 911 blood, which carries oxygen, fails to reach part of the brain There are a number of treatments that can minimize brain due to either a clot or a burst vessel. Without oxygen, brain damage and aid in prevention tissue begins to die. The extenof future strokes. However, Dr. Batchu stresses the best treatment siveness and location of a stroke SSM Health neurologist, Dr. Suhir Batchu. is prevention. “Lifestyle changes determine the lasting effects of a stroke. Some people can recover completely from like eating healthy, going to the gym, reducing ala stroke, while others can suffer paralysis of one cohol intake, and eliminating smoking all reduce side of their body, loss of speech and even death. the risk of stroke,” stated Dr. Batchu. “Prompt response is critical when treating

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Jennings celebrated the first Teen Parent University graduation where teen moms were taught important parenting skills.

As we celebrated Mother’s Day, Jennings celebrated the first Teen Parent University graduation where they taught teen moms important parenting skills. Jennings Superintendent Dr. Tiffany Anderson and Parents as Teachers teamed up this year to have a successful Teen Parent University, funded in part by Parents as Teachers. Jennings staff and the PAT teacher met weekly with teen parents during their lunch hour to host parenting classes. Anderson shared they know getting children started off right makes all the difference and that is their goal. It’s one of the reasons why as superintendent she shadows as a PAT parent educator in the district she leads. The teen parents in the Teen Parent University all remained in school and remain committed to

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being the best possible parent and scholar they can be. Anderson shared, “This is another example of how a school team can serve as a life line to students so they don’t give up or drop out when they face challenges.” At the completion ceremony, students received a parent-survival basket from Jennings filled with books, baby products and Parents as Teachers provided a card for baby clothes. This initiative was the culmination of the Baby College Anderson envisioned after seeing it in action with Jennings teachers at the Harlem Children Zone. The Jennings team believes it truly takes a team wrapping support services around students to ensure they succeed.

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Opening day for Hazelwood’s aquatic center set for May 28 Get ready to dive into summer at Hazelwood’s White Birch Bay Aquatic Center, 1186 Teson Road, when the facility officially opens on Saturday, May 28. Daily operating hours will be from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. However, while Hazelwood schools are in session, the Aquatic Center will only be open on Saturdays and Sundays. Admission prices remain the same as last year so residents and guests can still have fun in the sun without paying more. In order for the Aquatic Center to open, the temperature much reach 75° before 12 p.m. After 4 p.m., the facility will close if the temperature drops below 75°. In addition, it closes early at 5 p.m. on days when the Hazelwood Sharks have a home swim meet. Its most unique feature is a 360° bubble slide made in Sweden, which is the first of its kind to be used in the Midwest. Other fun amenities include the following: two lightning-fast water slides, one for tubing the other for body surfing; a 600-foot lazy river that generates waves; a giant bucket that dumps gallons of water over

a colorful play stucture; a water swirl that spins swimmers around in circles; and a little tot wave pool with spray features and a shark slide. The Aquatic Center also has a 25-meter competition pool, known as the Shark Tank, with two diving boards. Plus, the facility has a full-service concession stand that serves hot food, cold treats and refreshing beverages. Several new activities are being offered this summer. One of them is a new fitness program called River Walking which runs from June 13 to July 25. Another fun event is a Cardboard Boat Race on Saturday, July 23. Two-person teams will be challenged to build a boat, using corrugated cardboard and duct tape, and race it across the pool. Two Bash at the Bay Teen Nights for kids, ages 13-17, will be held on June 17 and July 15 as well. For more details, call the Recreation Office at 314-731-0980 or check out the Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Summer 2016 Activity Guide posted on the city’s website at www.hazelwoodmo.org.

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Olivia Martin, senior at Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School (MICDS) and a seven year Girl Scout, has been honored for her exemplary volunteer service with a Certificate of Excellence from The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, and with a President’s Volunteer Service Award granted by the program on behalf of President Barack Obama. Martin is an active volunteer in her community, and recently completed her Girl Scout Gold Award project, which requires at least 80 hours of service and must make a sustainable impact on her community. For her Gold Award project, she created a community garden at St. Louis Community College’s Florissant Valley Campus to share her love of gardening, the environment and science. After learning about the population decline of bee species in America and around the globe, Martin decided to try to help repopulate them. She created the “What’s the BUZZ Community Garden” and planted a variety of herbs, plants and flowers for bees to use to continually pollinate the garden. She researched the best varieties of plants for attracting bees, and planted a few dozen sunflowers. They naturally rid the soil of toxins, allowing plants to continually replenish themselves without chemicals. Additionally, she planted thyme, sage and sweet potatoes. The garden served as an outdoor classroom where Martin taught 25 children who live near the campus about urban gardening, plants and how it relates to STEM (science, technology, engineering and math). The discussion continued with a panel of students and faculty representing local colleges and universities as a way to encourage the children in the community to pursue careers in STEM. Martin is going off to college at Washington University in St. Louis in the fall, but will receive help from the National Society of Black Engineers sustaining the urban garden. Martin said she is honored to receive this award, which, she said, demonstrates that one person can do anything. “We are proud of Olivia and her work teaching children about gardening and STEM,” said Bonnie Barczykowski, Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri CEO. “It is amazing to see projects like this help not only the community, but the girls that create and implement them. By completing

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the Gold Award, Girl Scouts learn so many great skills like time management, organization and interpersonal communication.” Presented annually by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honors young people across America for outstanding volunteer service. The President’s Volunteer Service Awards recognize Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their communities and their country. “Prudential is honored to celebrate the contributions of these remarkable young volunteers,” said Prudential Chairman and CEO John Strangefeld. “By shining a spotlight on the difference they’ve made in their communities, we hope others are inspired to volunteer, too.” Earning the Gold Award puts girls among an exceptional group of women who have used their knowledge and leadership skills to make a difference in the world. Some of the Gold Awardee benefits are: • A Girl Scout who has earned her Gold Award and enlists in the US armed forces, immediately rises one level in rank • Colleges and universities recognize the achievements and leadership abilities of Girl Scout Gold Award recipients by offering scholarship programs • Achievements of the Girl Scout Gold Award recipients are acknowledged by many government and non-profit organizations With talent, passion, commitment and determination, Girl Scouts who earn the Gold Award make positive changes in their communities and impact people around the world.

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By Cindy Moore

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Cry babies I don’t understand it. Every time my grown kids get together they get into an exchange about how deprived their lives were while growing up and how shamelessly my husband and I now spoil their kids. They believe they were extremely neglected and talk as if they were raised by barbarians who kept them in a darkened cellar and only let them out to receive a dose of fiendish medieval torture, which usually included taking away their video games. They maintain that we now let the next generation have complete and unfettered reign of our kingdom. How do they come up with such absurd conclusions? They call attention to something they have just witnessed. One of the grandkids looked as if he were on the verge of making a frown because the last package of fruit snacks had been eaten and the box was empty. Without hesitation, Pop-Pop got the car keys and drove the sad little prince to the store to restock our snack inventory. They returned with five boxes. When asked why they had so many, Pop-Pop let us know that the sweet baby couldn’t decide between the blueberry sharks, or the warrior turtles, or the gummy airplanes, or the alien space robots, or the tangy Martian men. His explanation made perfect sense. The little bunny couldn’t choose and to prevent further saddening, natu-

rally all of them had to be purchased. But that did not explain the new glow-in-the-dark ninja sword in one hand and the giant package of M&M’s in the other. My husband passed by the toy aisle and described what happened: “It was the funniest thing, I picked up a toy to show him and when I tried to put it away, he made an unhappy face. What could I do? And you know the checkout aisle is a sugar mecca. No one with kids has ever made it through that labyrinth of temptations without forking over a ten to prevent a grand mal temper tantrum.” “Absolutely,” I said. “You did what anyone would do.”

Our older kids sat there with their jaws agape before one daughter revisited her tormented youth and all its inhumanities. “Are you kidding? We never got treats from the store. If we asked for anything we got grounded. And all we ever got was the cheap cereal, never the name brand good stuff. We were even forced to eat the crusts of our peanut butter sandwiches while the other kids got theirs cut off!” I then popped in an old disco CD and made my husband bust some funky dad dance moves. Our kids were way overdue for some real torture. 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.

2016 Valley of Flowers Festival draws big crowds to fun events Thousands of people turned out May 6 through May 8 to take part in the 54th annual Valley of Flowers Festival in Florissant. The return of Nino the Clown and his Zoppe Italian Family Circus, free events for children, a variety of fabulous foods, fun carnival rides and booths and mostly beautiful weather all combined for a wonderful weekend for the traditional first spring festival in the metropolitan St. Louis area. This year’s event had as its theme “The World of Entertainment,” and featured Florissant Civic Center Theatre director Gary Gaydos as grand marshal of the Valley of Flowers Festival parade on May 8. The parade culminated in the crowning of the 2016 Valley of Flowers Queen Katie Wissler who was sponsored by Winschel Carpet Service. First-Runner Up was Ally Frey and the Queen’s Maids were Rebecca Bazan, Tory Turpin and Jennifer Welch. The festival was held at the James J. Eagan Civic Center, the Knights of Columbus Park and other locations in Florissant. Families with young children enjoyed the free Children’s Celebration of Performing Arts on the grounds of the Eagan Civic Center, where Nino the Clown and his Old World-style circus performed to capacity crowds at four one-hour shows held Friday and Saturday in the traveling troupe’s 500-seat big top set up adjacent to the food court. “The Valley of Flowers Festival in Florissant traditionally offers three days of fun-filled activities for families and children of all ages,” said Florissant Mayor Thomas Schneider. “This year’s theme of ‘The World of Entertainment’ allowed us to honor our grand marshal, Gary Gaydos.

Gary and his Eagan Civic Center Theatre staff work very hard every year to bring in talented performers who entertain our enthusiastic audiences with their wide variety of acts.” Gaydos said that the Florissant Civic Center Theatre was able to bring Nino to the festival with a festival grant from the Missouri Arts Council as well as financial assistance from the Regional Arts Commission, the city of Florissant, the Florissant Fine Arts Council, the Valley of Flowers Festival Committee and donations from many local area businesses. Schneider thanked “the team effort of all city employees, the hard work of our employees behind the scenes that makes Florissant a better place to live.” Family-only rules that were instituted originally for the 2012 festival by Schneider with input from Florissant Police Chief Colonel Tim Lowery and his Command Staff, the Knights of Columbus, the Valley of Flowers Festival committee and local businesses also contributed to the positive impact of the event. “The Valley of Flowers Festival is known as a family event,” said Chief Lowery. “We had no problems, no fights and no disturbances at either the Knights of Columbus park grounds or the Eagan Civic Center. The rules and regulations implemented in 2012 have helped ensure safety and security at all of our festival locations.” Chief Lowery said that the city of Florissant had 12 uniformed officers, plus a captain and a sergeant, on site at the Knights fairground, plus one parks department police officer and two uniformed officers at Eagan Center.

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On Saturday, May 21 Window World of St. Louis hosted its 7th Annual Window World Cares Trivia Night to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The event, which is sponsored by Johnny Londoff Chevrolet, raised $142,000 in 2015 and has raised over $481,000 since its inception in 2010. The event sells out every year. The event was held at the Maryland Heights Center Auditorium. Through the support of local businesses, advertising partners, and residents, this

has become a yearly event that can’t be missed! Window World of St. Louis continues its dedication to their customers with a spring season full of home improvement projects. The hot summer months are on the way, so this is a great time to make energy saving improvements to your homes such as new windows, entry doors, patio doors, and siding. Contact us seven days a week at 314993-1800 to schedule a free in home estimate or visit us at www.windowworldstlouis.com.

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Mature trees increase property value by as much as 10 percent, according to the U.S. Forest Service. But a tree can shift from asset to liability when branches, trunks or roots suffer an injury and threaten to cause property or personal damage. Insects and disease are also potential threats to valuable trees. There are several steps you can take to ensure that your established trees will thrive for years to come. Use this five-step checklist from Lance Walheim, lawn and garden care expert for Bayer Advanced, to help achieve optimal springtime tree health: 1. Renew Mulch. Mulching is one of the best things you can do for your trees – and one of the easier garden chores to tackle. Two-to-three inches of organic mulch conserves water, reduces compaction and helps control weeds. It’s best placed in a ring that extends outward from the trunk at least three-six feet. 2. Be Cautious with Water. Make sure you don’t overwater. Unless there have been prolonged dry spells or exceptionally warm weather, most established trees may not need water until mid-to-late spring. Overwatering in spring can weaken trees and promote disease. 3. Protect Trunks. Make sure lawn mowers and weed eaters do not damage tree trunks by wrapping them with trunk protectors (sold in nurseries and garden centers) or surrounding the tree with

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a grass-free, mulched area. 4. Prune. Because pruning permanently changes a tree’s structure and appearance, you want to prune intentionally. Light pruning of small trees can improve structure and appearance, but be mindful of branch diameters to help guide your cuts. For more information on how to prune trees without damaging them, visit BayerAdvanced. com. 5. Protect and Feed. Now is a good time to treat trees and shrubs susceptible to damage from insects such as borers, aphids, scale insects, whiteflies and others, and taking this opportunity to provide a nourishing slow-release fertilizer is also a good idea. Using an all-in-solution that doesn’t require spraying is an easy and convenient way to care for your trees. As your yard awakens this spring, applying these tree care best practices can help keep your trees healthy and happy for many years to come.

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Raised beds make gardening easy One of the most frustrating things gardeners face in the St. Louis area is clay soil. It is gooey in the spring and solid in the summer. For some reason weeds don’t have an issue developing in it, but fruits, vegetable plants and landscape ornamentals loathe it. You can dramatically improve your soil by mixing in compost. Plants breathe through their roots. So the spongier and lighter your soil is, the better plants can breathe and grow. Fluffy soil makes it easier for roots to spread and water to reach them. However the downside of turning your soil into a sponge is that water can be trapped around the roots for too long which will cause your plants to drown. Raised bed gardening is the answer to all this! To build a raised bed all you have to do is create a box (or multiple) that sits on the ground and fill it with St. Louis Composting’s Raised Bed Mix. With raised bed gardening there is less bending over, less weeding, less tilling and no more compacted clay soil around your plants. The boxes allow extra water to drain out the bottom and even discourage rabbits from raiding your tasty garden.

You can tailor the soil and compost amount in each box to the type of plants you’re growing in it. Your bed can be fancy or plain and built with all sorts of materials such as railroad ties, lumber, concrete blocks or stones to name a few. It is vital that raised beds are filled with fluffy and light soils because not only do your plants grow better but well drained soils also don’t rupture your containers by expanding when wet or frozen. The more compost the better. Talk about making gardening easy! To learn more about St. Louis Composting or their SLC Raised Bed Mix contact 636-861-3344 or www.stlcompost.com. St. Louis Composting is the largest composter in the St. Louis region. It operates facilities at 5841 Mine Haul Road in Belleville, Illinois, 39 Old Elam Avenue in Valley Park, 13060 County Park Road in Florissant, 11294 Schaefer Drive in Maryland Heights,

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Hazelwood School District honors heroes at annual volunteer reception

Three Hazelwood East students awarded full-ride scholarships

The Hazelwood School District (HSD) held its annual Heroes/ Volunteer Appreciation Program on April 28 at Hazelwood East High School. The event was to recognize individuals who gave the most precious of gifts — their time. During the event, special recognition was given to the Volunteer of the Year for each school. The staff from each school selected one volunteer for this special honor. The district also honored four heroes for the HSD Volunteer of the Year. The four heroes were Fredric & Sharon Cafolla, Sonja Stiles, and Margaret Slaughter. The Cafolla’s were recognized for their dedication and years of service to students and the District. Stiles was recognized for her dedication to students, the ParentTeacher Association (PTA), and Girl Scout Troop 1501. Slaughter was recognized for her dedication to the PTA and the HSD Food 4 Thought program. Slaughter has single-handedly ensured that the Food 4 Thought closets are stocked with food. “These individuals have sacrificed their time, talent and knowledge to help throughout our district,” said Kimberly McKenzie, director of communications. “We are proud of our partnerships and we appreciate all they do to help our students and district to move forward.”

Hazelwood East seniors Chase Martin, Toloupe Lawal and Ariel Reaves were recently awarded full-ride scholarships. Martin and Reaves received and accepted the George Washington Carver (GWC) Scholarship to Iowa State University. Lawal received two full-ride scholarship offers. The first was the GWC scholarship to Iowa State and the second was the Ohio State Morrill Scholars Distinction Scholarship. Lawal accepted the scholarship to Ohio State. Martin plans to pursue a major in actuary science at Iowa State, Lawal plans to major in aerospace engineering at Ohio State and Reaves plans to major in aerospace engineering at Iowa State. Hazelwood East College Counselor Sonya Smith was overjoyed to hear about the scholarships these three students received. “These students received valuable scholarships to some of the best universities in the country,”

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said Smith. “These three wonderful students put in a lot of hard work to receive these scholarships and I am proud of Martin, Lawal and Reaves.” 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. To be considered for the Morrill Scholars Distinction Scholarship, students must be academically exceptional high school seniors who contribute to campus diversity and actively engage as advocates and champions of diversity, inclusion and academic excellence on campus.

New principal named at Iveland Elementary School The Ritenour School District is pleased to an- to the Iveland community will continue helping nounce that Amanda Connelly will be the prin- Iveland students reach new heights, said Superintendent Dr. Chris Kilbride. cipal of Iveland Elementary “Mrs. Connelly’s longtime School, effective July 1. Connelly, who has been an assisrelationships with Iveland staff and families, as well as her outtant principal in Ritenour since standing educational leader2006, will replace Dr. Sandy ship skills are assets that will Wiley, who was recently named continue Iveland’s commitment assistant superintendent for human resources for the Webster to helping every child be successful,” said Dr. Kilbride. “She Groves School District. Connelly has been an assisbrings a wealth of experience and is focused on helping each tant principal at Iveland since 2009, with the exception of the student be successful.” 2014-2015 school year when Connelly earned an educational specialist degree and she served at Wyland Elemenmasters in educational admintary. She began her career as a istration from University of teacher at Marvin Elementary Photo courtesy Ritenour School District in 1999 before being promoted Missouri-St. Louis, a master’s in to interim assistant principal (2006-2007) and teaching from Webster University and bachelor’s in elementary education and psychology from assistant principal (2007-2009). Connelly’s longtime leadership and dedication Washington University.

Hazelwood teachers to present at National Association of Elementary School Principals Conference

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Two teachers in the Hazelwood School District have been selected to present at the National Association of Elementary School Principals Conference, held in National Harbor, Maryland, in July 2016. Kristi Arbetter, instructional specialist, at Lusher Elementary and Tracy Hinds, instructional specialist at Armstrong Elementary, will together present “The Four R’s: Rigor, Relevance, Relationships, RESULTSTransforming Schools the Right Way”. The Rigor/Relevance framework was developed by the International Center for Leadership in Education to examine curriculum, instruction, and assessment along Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District the two dimensions of higher standards and Tracy Hinds (right) and Kristi Arbetter (left) have been selected to present at student achievement. the National Association of Elementary School Principals Conference, held in “This framework was something I really National Harbor, Maryland, in July 2016. gravitated to, and wanted to learn more,” says structing Discipline of Black Male Students and Hinds “We felt that we have been doing some awesome professional development at the district Providing Restorative Practices” The goal of this session is to guide decision level, so why not share our progress with other making regarding discipline that results in closeducators.” The objective of this workshop is to immerse ing the gap and achieving positive behavioral teachers in learning how to connect the elements outcomes for students of color. Educators will of the “Four R’s”, and to effectively implement be taught strategies for implementing and cultistrategies that lead to student progress. Educators vating environments that promote rehabilitation who attend this session will be able to strengthen and holistic well-being of students through retheir current instructional practices of rigor and storative practices. The NAESP, founded in 1921, is a professional relevance and learn how genuine relationship organization serving elementary and middle building leads to results. Hinds will also be working with Dr. Erica Law- school principals and other education leadrence, adjunct professor at University of Louis- ers throughout the United States, Canada, and ville, to present “The Heart of the Matter: Decon- overseas.

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BJC HealthCare names new president of Christian Hospital Rick Stevens will join BJC HealthCare as the new president of Christian Hospital, effective June 27. He comes to Christian Hospital from Sutter Health’s California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. As president of Christian Hospital, Stevens will be responsible for continuing to position Christian Hospital as a provider Submitted photo of critical health care services in North St. Louis County. Ron McMullen, current president of Christian Hospital, will retire this summer following a long and successful tenure with BJC HealthCare. “We are very pleased to have been able to recruit Rick from San Francisco to serve as the next president of Christian Hospital,” says Lee Fetter, BJC group president. “Rick’s proven leadership track record in health care, combined with his passion and commitment to serving patients and communities, will be true assets to our North County community and BJC HealthCare.” Stevens will join BJC from St. Luke’s Hospital in San Francisco, where he has served for the past four years as chief administrative officer and vice president. St. Luke’s Hospital is a member of Sutter Health’s California Pacific Medical Center, which includes four academic and community hospitals. In his role, Stevens provides strategic leadership and directs daily operations for the 215-bed hospital, 22-provider primary care physician practice, as well as the specialty practice in the San Francisco Bay area. Stevens also leads medical staff relations and quality initiatives at St. Luke’s, and oversees ancillary and support services for all four CPMC hospital campuses. “I am honored to join BJC HealthCare, as BJC has a long history and commitment of providing great health care services to the people of St. Louis and North County,” says Stevens. “This was noted by the Joint Commission naming Christian Hospital a ‘Top Performer’ on key quality metrics, a distinction earned by only one-third of accredited hospitals in the nation. I look forward to working with the community, and growing and building upon the extraordinary clinical care already established, to continue making Christian Hospital a leader in all aspects of health care services in North County.” Stevens believes in the power of volunteerism and looks forward to becoming actively involved in North County. He has served in leadership roles and held board positions with the American Cancer Society, San Francisco Salvation Army, and Private Essential Access Community Hospitals, as well as a number of other community organizations. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, National Association of Health Services Executives, and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

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New Residence Inn and Fairfield Inn & Suites is under construction in Maryland Heights

Submitted photo Pictured from left to right are Midas Hospitality’s Managing Member and CEO David Robert, Principal and Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing Kurt Furlong, Managing Member and CFO J.T. Norville, and President and Principal Robert Willard.

MC Hotel Construction, a general contractor specializing in new hotel construction and renovations, recently broke ground on a new Residence Inn and Fairfield Inn & Suites. Sister company Midas Hospitality, a premier hotel management group, will manage the property, which is scheduled to be completed by June 2017. The $25 million hotel will be located at 11918 Westline Industrial Dr. in Maryland Heights, which was the previous home of Clayton Engineering. The 119,000-square-foot hotel will have 97 suites for the Residence Inn and 88 rooms for Fairfield Inn & Suites. The property will feature a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor pool, meeting rooms, and backyard seating areas with a grill and gazebo. “We are excited to bring the first dual-branded hotel to the St. Louis area. The Residence

Inn and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott will meet the needs of both the extended stay and transient demand to the Maryland Heights and Westport areas. Both MC Hotel Construction and Midas Hospitality are extremely fortunate to work with Marriott on this project from start to finish,” said Kurt Furlong, Principal and Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Furlong added that “this is a terrific hotel project backed by Marriott Hotels & Resorts, which is one of the best brands in the industry.”

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SCC baseball and softball year recap St. Charles Community College baseball and softball teams closed out the 2016 season after another exciting competitive year. SCC baseball ended their season with a 10-40 record before entering post-season play, where the Cougars were eliminated after a 0-2 showing in the Region XVI baseball tournament. The Lady Cougars ended their regular season with a 13-27 record before closing out p o s t - s e a s on t o u r n a m e nt play 3-2. “After a sluggish start, the Lady Cougars put on an inspiring effort in the Region XVI Division I softball tournament,” said Photo courtesy St. Charles Community College Chris Gober, The St. Charles Community College Lady CouSCC athletic gars battle for an out against St. Louis Comdirector and munity College at home during the regular head baseball season. coach. For more information on Cougar Athletics, visit www.stchas.edu/athletics * Rebuild for next year Lady Lions lacrosse team ends season The Lindenwood women’s lacrosse team fell to the Florida Southern Mocs 15-11 in an NCAA semifinal matchup. The game was played at the Regency Athletic Complex in Denver, Colorado as a part of the 2016 NCAA Division II national championships festival. Following the loss, the Lady Lions complete the 2016 season with their third consecutive trip to the NCAA semifinal round, and a record of 17-3. * Strong at the end

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Raiders hosting playoff game-wait for opponent The River City Raiders professional indoor football team play in the Northern Division of the American Indoor Football league with home games at the Family Arena in St. Charles. The team cools their jets while waiting for a phone call from the AIF before they know who they will play in the playoffs. They will play at the Family Arena on Saturday June 4 at 7 p.m. Get some FREE tickets by going to www.IndoorRaiders.com

You can listen to the game with Todd Blackstock and David Solomon on 590 AM or www.590TheFan.com. * Memorial times ahead Tony Glavin Soccer Complex home of the Lions The St. Louis Lions are playing in their 11th season and are in the USL Premier Development League (PDL) the fourth tier of the American Soccer Pyramid, in the Heartland division of the Central Conference. The season begins Saturday at Tony Glavin’s complex in Cottleville and Glavin is also the President and Head Coach. For information go to www.STLLions.com * Kicking season starts Rascals start home season Friday The River City Rascals play professional baseball in the West Division of the Frontier League at the CarShield Field in O’Fallon. Pitcher Josh Wright turned in a stellar debut on the mound this past Sunday and the River City Rascals backed him up with timely hits to earn their second series win on the year, defeating the Gateway Grizzlies 5-2 at CarShield Field. The win put the Rascals two games over .500 for the first time this season putting them one half game from first place. After playing the first five games on the road, the Rascals are glad to continue this nine-game home stand on Wednesday against the Evansville Otters. “As the year goes along you get more tired and want to feed off their (home fans) energy more, it is good to know that we will have fans supporting us,” first baseman Clint Freeman said. NEXT HOME GAMES: • Wednesday, May 25 and Thursday, May 26 against the Evansville Otters (May 25 game a doubleheader); • Friday, May 27, Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29 against the Normal CornBelters. All games are at 6:35 p.m. with Sundays at 4:05 p.m. For more information go to www.RiverCityRascals.com * Starting to gel together I will be broadcasting the “STL Health and Wellness LIVE” show every Saturday from 9-11 am on 590 The Fan and 590TheFan.com 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.

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Recipe: Feed your fitness Whether you’re a competitive sprinter chasing a new record or an everyday gym hound looking to get the most from your workout, seafood is among the best foods to support an athletic lifestyle. It not only delivers great-tasting nutrition, but also provides one-of-a-kind health benefits. The combination of lean protein, anti-inflammatory omega-3s and muscle-building nutrients found in Alaska seafood are why it’s a staple for athletes like Ryan and Sara Hall. “We like to incorporate Alaska seafood in our daily diet because it’s a really high-quality pro-

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tein that helps to repair our muscles on a daily basis,” said Ryan Hall, a two-time Olympian and holder of the U.S. half-marathon record. After a run, Sara Hall – a 3,000-meter steeplechase and marathon runner, U.S. national champion and World Team member – relies on seafood as a go-to for low-fat meals with protein and simple-to-digest carbs. Sample these dishes straight from the Hall kitchen, and find more recipes and nutritional values for your favorite seafood at wildalaskaseafood.com.

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Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon with Sweet Potatoes Serves: 4 | Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients: Cedar planks with enough surface area for salmon 4 Alaska salmon fillets (4-6 ounces each), fresh, thawed or frozen olive oil spray 1 tablespoon fresh (or 1 teaspoon dried) dill, thyme or rosemary salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste 4 large sweet potatoes, sliced lengthwise into wedges 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin Directions: Soak cedar planks for 1-2 hours (or overnight) submerged in water. Remove and pat dry. Heat grill to medium heat (400 F). If frozen, rinse ice from salmon under cold water; pat dry with paper towel. Spray cedar planks and salmon with olive oil spray. Place salmon on planks; sprinkle with herb, salt and pepper. Place sweet potatoes in bowl; spray with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cumin and salt and pepper, to taste. Toss to coat. Place cedar planks and potato wedges on grill.

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Cover and cook about 3-4 minutes; turn wedges over and continue cooking until potatoes are soft and cooked. Keep warm. Cook salmon 1215 minutes, until fish is opaque throughout. Nutritional information per serving: 350 calories; 11 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 27% calories from fat; 91 mg cholesterol; 33 g protein; 33 g carbohydrate; 4 g fiber; 277 mg sodium; 36 mg calcium; 1,700 mg omega-3 fatty acids.

In saucepan, blend miso, water and teriyaki sauce. Bring mixture to boil then reduce heat to a simmer and cook 1 minute. Stir sauce into warm noodle-vegetable mixture. To serve, divide and portion mixture into 4 bowls or plates. Top each with halibut fillet.

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Nutrition information per serving: 571 calories; 15 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 22% calories from fat; 56 mg cholesterol; 38 g protein; 71 g carbohydrate; 7 g fiber; 1,643 mg sodium; 77 mg calcium; 219 IU vitamin D; 350 mg omega-3 fatty acids.

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Miso Halibut with Soba Noodle Stir-Fry Serves: 4 | Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients: 1 package (12 ounces) prepared soba noodles (or noodle of choice) 4 Alaska halibut fillets (4-6 ounces each), fresh, thawed or frozen 3 tablespoons sesame oil, divided 2 cups roughly chopped bok choy 1 1/2 cups sugar snap peas 1 cup sliced mushrooms 1/2 cup chopped green onion 1/4 cup miso 1 cup water 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce Directions: Prepare noodles according to package directions; set aside. If frozen, rinse ice glaze from halibut under cold water; pat dry with paper towel. Heat large, nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Brush both sides of halibut with half of the sesame oil. In heated skillet, cook fish, uncovered, about 3-4 minutes, until browned.

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Shake pan occasionally to keep fish from sticking. Turn halibut over; reduce heat to medium and cover. Cook 5-7 minutes for frozen halibut or 2-3 minutes for fresh/thawed fish, cooking until fish is opaque throughout. Transfer fillets to plate; cover to keep warm. Wipe out skillet/wok with paper towel. Add remaining sesame oil. Heat to medium-high then add and stir-fry bok choy, snap peas, mushrooms and green onions. Stir in noodles; turn off heat. Cover and keep warm.

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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! Events May 25: Medical seminar

If you have chronic shoulder pain, you need to know your treatment options so you can feel like your old self again. Join Katherine Burns, MD, SSM Health DePaul Hospital orthopedic surgeon, for an informative discussion on treatments for shoulder pain from 6 to 8 p.m. at the May Conference Center at SSM Health DePaul Hospital. She will explain non-surgical and surgical procedures, including the latest techniques and newest technology for shoulder replacements. Enjoy a light dinner and ask questions about treatment options for shoulder pain. The program is free, but space is limited and reservations are required. Please call 1-866-SSM-DOCS (1-866776-3627) to register by phone or register online at ssmhealth.com/orthopedics.

May 21: Farmers market

At the Ferguson Farmers Market, Painted Effects presents building a window sash with hand tools, a hands-on 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 25: Wednesday night out

BBQ starts at 5 p.m., raffles and a band called Silver Wings Band go from 6 to 9 p.m. at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 located at 410 St. Francois. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

May 25: Karaoke

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105 located at 410 St. Francois from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.

May 27th: All you can eat Chicken dinner

Dine In only. Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Please join us, all profits go to support Veterans. (314) 831-6121

May 27-29: Theater production

The Alpha Players presents “Dearly Departed” May 27 and 28 at 7:30 p.m. and May 29 at 2 p.m. at Florissant

Civic Center Theater at Parker Rd. in Florissant. Tickets for adults are $18, seniors/students are $16 and children are $10. For tickets call 314-921-5678 or www.florissantmo.thundertix.com

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 non-perishable food item. There will also be live music from Juan and Beelo from 9 – 11 a.m.

June 2: Bridge fundraiser

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 8: Blood drive

Red Cross Blood Drive will take place at Blessed Savior Lutheran Church at 2615 Shackelford Road in Florissant from 2:30 - 6:30 p.m. Call the church at 314-831-1300 or sign up on line at redcrossblood.org sponsor code BlessedSavior.

June 10: Senior citizen dance

Do you like to dance? The City of Florissant Senior Office is hosting a “Groovin to the 50’s & 60’s Dance” from 7 – 10 p.m. at the James J. Eagan Center. D.J. Jordan from Mid America Entertainment will DJ the dance. Snacks are provided and beer, wine and soda are available for purchase. Tickets are $8 if purchased prior to the dance in the Senior Office in Florissant City Hall or $10 at the door. Call the Florissant Senior Office, 314-

839-7605, for more information.

June 11: 50th reunion picnic

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.

June 11-12: BBQ dinner

The Atonement Lutheran Men’s Club is having a BBQ at the church located at 1285 New Florissant Road North in Florissant from noon to 7 p.m. both days. Menu includes BBQ beef brisket, pulled pork, pork steaks, baby back ribs, chicken breasts, hamburgers, bratwursts, and hot dogs.

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 314-839-5156. 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.

rienced duplicate player. If needed, the Bridge Center will be glad to provide the duplicate player for the partnership. More information and the game schedule can be found at www. stlouisbridge.org.

June 20: Charity golf event

July 14: Charity golf tournament

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 20: Coed softball leagues registration

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.

July 10: Introduction to bridge

In an effort to promote and expand the game of duplicate bridge in the St. Louis area, the St. Louis Bridge Center is pleased to announce that it is hosting its “Social Meets Duplicate” game at 1 p.m. The game, which will be free of charge to social bridge players, will be preceded by a brief explanation of the peculiarities of duplicate bridge, e.g., bidding boxes, pre-dealt hands, hand records, etc. Afterwards, an American Contract Bridge League sanctioned game will be played with each bridge partnership composed of one social bridge player and one expe-

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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 at-risk 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.

Aug. 14: Charity fundraiser

Hatz 4 Hearts will host its Second Annual Charity Fundraiser-supporting cancer patients. This charity fundraiser will be held at Voce located at 212 South Tucker in St. Louis. The partnership continues, Siteman Cancer Center, will be providing mobile screenings on site (in front of Voce). Women who qualify will receive a mammogram at no cost. The Sisters Saving Sisters screening campaign is scheduled to kick off at 1 to 5 p.m. We are encouraging women to get screened and “be in the know” regarding breast health. This year’s event features on of St. Louis’s own, Dirty Muggs, who will be performing diverse and eclectic music from their set list. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. We are asking the community to donate new hats or headwear for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Tickets for this event are $40 in advance or $45 at the door. You may also find out more information about Hatz 4 Hearts at www.hatz4hearts.com.

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.

www.mycnews.com • Community News – St. Louis County • May 25, 2016 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 314-839-3495 or visit stlouischordinals.org.

Tuesdays: TOPS (Take off pounds sensibly)

From 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. located at John F. Kennedy Center/Henry Koch Ctr., Howdershell Rd. at Charbonier Rd., Florissant. For more info contact Paul or Connie McConnell, 314-831-5476.

Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting

6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, 800 Chambers Road in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.

Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

Doors at 4:30pm, games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316.

Wednesdays: Are you interested in losing weight?

Check out TOPS #361 Florissant group of supportive ladies. Meetings are on Wednesday mornings beginning at 9:15 am at Bethel Providence Christian Church located at 14700 New Halls Ferry Rd in Florissant. If interested, please contact Shirley at 314-895-3528 for more information.

Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316

Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. Doors at 7:30am, games begin at 9:30am. For more information, call 314.921.2316.

Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs:

3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314.994.3300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs. Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 1.

Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604. Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group 3-4pm, Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314.653.5331.

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Every Thursday City Voices Chorus, a women’s chorus singing four-part a cappella harmony, meets at Church of the Good Shepherd at 1166 S. Mason Rd. in St. Louis. Members come from the entire bi-state region. Call Marcia at 636-274-0723 for more information or visit www.cityvoiceschorus.org.

Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo

6:45pm, Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314.731.9330

Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo

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

Free Mammogram Screenings:

Center for Senior Renewal:

Speaker’s Bureau:

Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123.

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Do-Dads

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

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.

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.

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

Diabetes Basics:

Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop:

Crisis Nursery:

10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400

vides 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

#1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, 1 – 4pm, through October. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314.921.7582, vicray01@aol.com

Jennings

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

Christian Center:

Hospital

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 SSM speakers available for organizations, clubs, community and church groups for up to one hour free of charge, 636.949.7159

Ongoing Support Groups

Sexual Abuse

6:30 - 8pm, 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City, 314.993.5421.

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

Third Saturdays: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group

At Delmar Gardens North, 4401 Parker Rd., Florissant, 9am, 314.355.1516, Helpline 800.272.3900

Sundays: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood

Recovery

Outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults, 314.953.8100.

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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 314822-2066 or visit WWW.NicotineAnonymous.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 Centre

A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www.silversneakers.com or call 314.738.2599.

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

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By Steve Bryan

Celebrating Memorial Day at the movies On the movie calendar, Memorial Day weekend is the time when highly-anticipated films fight for your time, attention and money. This year’s crop of contenders seems fairly well-balanced, representing broad comedy, comic book heroics and old school action. A few even positioned themselves a full 10 days before the holiday. But which ones are worth a look? Seth Rogen battles airbags once again in “Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising,” the sequel to a very crude and rude comedy. Rogen and Rose Byrne return as Mac and Kelly Radner, the couple tormented by a fraternity in the original. This time, the talented Chloe Grace-Moretz plays a sorority leader that jeopardizes the sale of their home. Zac Efron reprises his role as Teddy Sanders, the former frat boy who joins forces with the Radners. Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling are “The Nice Guys,” two mismatched private detectives in the 1970s. The duo is looking for a missing girl, but finds more than they bargained for. The trailer has a fun,

“Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising” photo courtesy of Good Universe

retro look to it, bringing to mind classic comedies from decades ago. Crowe and Gosling also are great to watch, and the vintage clothing and sets could make this one a sleeper hit. You’ve played the game and bought the merchandise, so now it’s time to see the movie. “Angry Birds,” arrives in theaters, fleshing out the backstory of the game. Though the animation is good, the voice cast here is the real selling point. Jason Sudeikis lends his vocal talents to Red, a bird that’s prone to fits of anger. The talented Josh Gad, Danny McBride, Maya Rudolph and Peter Dinklage round out the cast in this animated adventure. Marvel movies rule the box office, and “X-Men: Apocalypse” should be no exception. Drawing upon a classic storyline from the 1980’s, the film focuses on Apocalypse, a powerful mutant determined to cleanse the Earth and remake it to his liking. The cast members from the “X-Men” and “X-Men: First Class” movies are equally determined to stop him, though.

“The Nice Guys” photo courtesy of Misty Mountains

It’s taken a few years but “Alice Through the Looking Glass,” the sequel to 2010’s “Alice in Wonderland,” has finally arrived in theaters. Alice, played once again by Mia Wasikowska, returns to the Underland to help save Johnny Depp’s Mad Hatter. Sacha Baron Cohen threatens to steal the movie in a comic turn as Time, the entity with a device that could save the Mad Hatter. After enjoying a few pork steaks with family and friends, round out the weekend with one of these films. Happy Memorial Day! 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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“X-Men: Apocalypse” photo courtesy of Twentieth Century Fox