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Business Members of the American Association of Railroaders (from left) Ralph Blaszkiewicz, Rich Eichhorst, Kevin Smith and Lin Blaszkiewicz stand with driver Bud Anderson in front of a historic passenger bus identical in year and model number to the one the Freedom Riders used in 1961.
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Historic bus tour through city honors legacy of the Freedom Riders By Sara Hardin The gray weather on the morning of July 19 wasn’t nearly enough to dampen the spirits of the members of the American Association of Railroaders (AAR), who sat protected from the rain under a tent across from St. Louis City Hall. A large, silver, 1950’s model interstate bus sat idle on the side of the road, with a step stool placed thoughtfully between the curb and the bus’s threshold. Looking at the bus, I tried to imagine the courage and determination of the Freedom Riders, who took their steps onto a very similar bus in 1961. “So many people read about or hear about something in history, but they can kind of get an experience here today of what the Freedom Riders went through,” said Rich Eichhorst of the AAR. “This bus is identical in year and model number to the one the Freedom Riders used in 1961.” Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to ban segregated public bus travel, the Freedom Riders rode into the segregated states. Five Freedom Riders left St. Louis on July 10, 1961 on their
way to Little Rock, where they were arrested for refusing to leave the bus terminal. They were held in captivity, and then released later that week. They were then allowed to continue their travels into New Orleans. Freedom Rides helped end segregation at public facilities and bus terminals throughout the South. Stepping onto the bus was like taking a step back in time; one of the other passengers, an older gentleman, looked around the interior of the bus with a wide smile, and commented on how sitting in his seat was bringing back memories. The driver, Bud Anderson, spoke to us about how keeping up with the maintenance of the bus proved to be a difficulty at times. He pointed to a window by the driver’s seat, and explained that he had to replace it after someone broke it. “This bus is ours to preserve, so we try to keep it looking its best. It’s nice to have things like this bus for people to attach to history, and to have it running, to have people able to ride it – that’s a difficult thing, but it’s important,” said
Anderson. When the bus rolled away from the curb, there were, coincidentally, five passengers total. We listened as Eichhorst spoke knowledgeably about the history See A RIDE INTO HISTORY page 2
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A RIDE INTO HISTORY from cover of the Freedom Riders and the important parts of history that we passed on the street, such as the courthouse where the Dred Scott case was tried. While there wasn’t necessarily much significance in the route that day, the true experience lied in the opportunity to connect my bus ride to that of the Freedom Riders – to see through their eyes 54 years after they set their legacy. “I’m sure the Freedom Riders knew they were making history,” said one passenger as the bus rolled to a stop back in front of City Hall. “A lot of progress was made, but there’s still a long way to go,” replied another. AAR is a non-profit organization, and sponsors more than 50 activities a year. To learn more Photo by Sara Hardin about AAR and its events, visit aarstl.org. Bud Anderson drives a bus on a tour through downtown St. Louis honoring the Freedom Riders.
COMMUNITY VOICES Program helps turn tax users into tax payers By Brenda Mahr Employment Connection, a proud member of the United Way, has been fighting crime with employment since 1977 by developing relationships with employers, training programs, and funders advocating for ex- offenders and “at-risk” youth who need a “Second Chance!” It costs about $22,350 of your tax dollars to incarcerate one person each year. It just makes sense to help them become tax payers as opposed to tax users! It can be done, and here’s how. Through the collaborative efforts of ARCHS, Employment Connection, and the St. Louis Community College at Forest Park, 12 female ex-offenders completed the Culinary Arts Program on June 25. Women in the program are currently under state or federal supervision with probation and parole officers in St. Louis County or City. Several of the new graduates were scheduled for job interviews at major entertainment and restaurant venues downtown in the hours immediately following their graduation ceremony. This is the third consecutive year ARCHS has sponsored the partnership to provide this program for female ex-offenders. Of the 26 graduates from the previous classes of 2013 and 2014, 85 percent were placed in jobs and 62 percent went on to earn ServSafe certification needed to advance as culinary professionals. They are ready to access traditionally male career paths such as chef, head cook, line cook, institutional cook and more in the
culinary field. These women continue to build productive, law-abiding lives as 77 percent are currently employed and 95 percent have not returned to prison. As important, they are rebuilding relationships with their children, family, friends and community. Consider… if 20 ladies (77 percent) are employed full time for two years at just $9 per hour, they would pay taxes on $748,800 on gross wages and return most of their net wages to the community by purchasing goods and services. If the same 20 ladies commit new crimes it would cost tax payers $894,000 and the cost of crime to the community is incalculable. Good jobs paying a living wage can stabilize families and prevent crime! Brenda Mahr, MWDP, serves as Chief Executive Officer of Employment Connection, a proud member of the United Way of Greater St. Louis. She is also a member of St. Louis Alliance for Reentry (STAR); Community Advisory Board-St. Louis Regional Health Commission; National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice; Vashon Alumni Hall of Fame; 2015 Archdiocese St. Charles Lwanga Torchbearer Awardee.
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Ferguson-Florissant School District offers free preschool and other child-care programs The Ferguson-Florissant School District is partnering with Head Start to offer residents five full day weekly preschool classes for 3- and 4-year-olds. Head Start income and employment based eligibility is necessary. Classes are held at McCluer South-Berkeley High School and Griffith Elementary School. Both programs are open 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For additional information call 314-595-3910. Free Preschool for 3- and 4- year- olds are two mornings a week, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. For 4 year olds there are two options: three mornings a week 8:30 – 11:30 or four afternoons, 12:15 – 3:15. For additional information on this program with degreed, certified teachers call 314-
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506-9066. Parents as Teachers is a free support program for families prenatally to kindergarten entry. Child development information, developmental screenings and parent-child activities are delivered in your home by degreed certified parent educators. For more information or to enroll call 314-506-9069. Fee based Child Care Centers are state-accredited and offer full day education and care for children ages 2, 3 and 4. These tuition-based programs operate year round at McCluer High School and the FFSD Administration Center from 7 a.m. till 5:30 p.m. For more information call 314-506-9031.
Police officer and paramedics honored for saving life of heart attack victim Hazelwood Police Officer Timothy Snipes along with several Robertson Fire Protection District EMT/Paramedics were honored recently at a Hazelwood City Council meeting for their efforts in saving the life of a heart attack victim. Snipes Photo courtesy the city of Hazelwood received the departHazelwood Mayor Matthew Robinson (in brown suit) congratulates the Hazelwood Police Dispatcher, ment’s Life Saving Hazelwood Police Officer and Robertson Fire Protection District EMT/Paramedics for their outstanding efAward and five Rob- forts in saving the life of a heart attack victim. ertson EMT/Paramedthe CPR and administering medications. Snipes ics (Matt Anderson, Walter Dryer, Vince Gallo, John Haughey, and remained at the scene and played an instrumental Mason Washington) were presented with a Certif- role in comforting the family and calming their icate of Recognition from Hazelwood Police Chief fears. Robertson EMT/paramedics transported the woman to DePaul Health Center where she Gregg Hall. On January 24 Snipes responded to an Emer- recovered. The Robertson Fire Protection District Medigency 911 call at the 5300 block of Ville Cecelia cal Director, Darnell Wade, advised Sgt. Tim Herr involving a possible heart attack situation. Snipes arrived on the scene first before the EMT/para- that the immediate actions of Snipes saved the life medics. When he went inside the house, Snipes of the victim. Therefore, the recommendation observed a 56-year-old female lying on the kitchen was made to award Snipes the police department’s floor unconscious. An older man, who identified Life Saving Award. Since the successful outcome of an Emergency himself as her father, was performing CPR. Snipes 911 call often depends on the flawless teamwork checked the woman’s vitals and noticed she wasn’t breathing and didn’t have a pulse. He immediately of both the responding police officers and firetook charge and administered CPR until the Rob- fighter/paramedics, Chief Hall made the decision to give each of the Robertson EMT/paramedics a ertson EMT/paramedics arrived. Once the EMT/paramedics were there, they Certificate of Recognition for their outstanding efhandled the victim’s treatment by continuing with forts in saving the woman’s life.
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Hawthorne Players present ‘Carousel’ Hawthorne Players will present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic musical “Carousel” in the Florissant Civic Center theatre on July 31, Aug. 1, 7, 8 at 8 p.m. and on Aug. 9 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and students and may be reserved by visiting or calling the box office at 314-921-5678 or ordered online at www. florissantmo.com This marks the 70th anniversary of both “Carousel” and Hawthorne Players, which presented its first show at Ferguson’s Central School in 1945. “Carousel” tells the story of a swaggering, carefree carnival barker, Billy Bigelow, who falls in love with a mill worker, Julie Jordan. Years after he dies tragically, Billy is given a chance to return for a day to try to brighten the life of his unhappy 15-year-old daughter Louise. Dramatically powerful, the show features some of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s most memorable music, including “June is Bustin’ Out All Over,” “If I Loved You,” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” Directed by Adam Grun, Hawthorne’s production features outstanding vocalists and a 30-piece orchestra directed by Michael Blackwood. For more information about “Carousel” and Hawthorne Players, visit www.hawthorneplayers.com.
Photo courtesy Larry Marsh “If I Loved You” scene from “Carousel” with Danny Grumich as Billy Bigelow and Tanya Sapp as Julie Jordan
Canfield Green Apartments’ residents come together to rebuild their community It goes without saying that the past 11 months have been a challenging time for the entire nation, the community of Ferguson, and the residents of Canfield Green Apartments. The public road that Michael Brown was walking along last August, when he lost his life, runs right through the middle of Canfield Green Apartments. During the time that followed his death, hundreds of visitors, protestors and others from outside the community traveled to Canfield Green Apartments. The memorial in the street continued to grow as visitors from all over the country made their way to the site. Many visitors set up booths, tents, and even music in the weeks that followed. It became difficult for the residents of Canfield Green to enjoy their homes in the peaceful and serene manner they were accustomed to. Local businesses where the residents of Canfield Green would walk to get their groceries and other necessities were burned down and destroyed during the protests. Many of the residents of Canfield Green relied on local businesses for basic needs, as well as employment. With those places gone after the Submitted photo protests, some residents found that Balloons were released into the air at the end of the BBQ at Canfield Green Apartments they needed to look elsewhere for to symbolize letting go of the past and a fresh start for the community. housing. dents continue to refer their friends and family On July 9, the on-site management and maintenance team at Canfield Green to Canfield Green, when they are looking for a put together a resident appreciation celebration new apartment, because they believe in Canfield for their residents. The purpose of the event was Green. There is still a long road ahead for the to truly thank the residents who continued to residents of Canfield Green to return to “normake Canfield Green their home during the mal”, but they are determined to stick together past 11 months. The maintenance team grilled and make it work. Wristbands with the words “Canfield Strong” hot dogs. The management team set up games for children and adults. Local businesses donat- were given to every resident and employee to ed prizes, gift baskets, baseball tickets and gift show their support for their apartment commucards for the residents to win in raffles. Resi- nity. Balloons were released into the air at the dents, like Ms. Howard, a 28-year long resident, end of the BBQ to symbolize letting go of the walked down to the BBQ along with her great- past and a fresh start for the community. At the end of the day, as neighbors and friends visited grandson. Many residents of Canfield Green have re- and shared stories, one message became clear... sided at the community for over 30 years. Resi- “Canfield Strong.”
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Advertiser Profile: MotoeXotica specializes in unique hard-to-find vehicles By David Finkelstein How many of us can truly say that we simply love our jobs and welcome the opportunity to go to work, each and every day? To that thought, I know one individual who fits this description! That would happen to be Scott Brandt, President of MotoeXotica Car Sales. Scott illustrates his passion, dedication and sincere love for automobiles (and all related things with engines and tires) with his daily routine at their Fenton, Missouri facility. This all began back in 1987 when Scott was selling a unique line of motorcycles. From there, it was a natural transition to selling vintage automobiles as this all unfolded from his home. Back then, Scott placed ads in Hemming’s Motor News and like magic, vehicles sold fairly quickly. Similar to a lot of small businesses, family was heavily involved but today with the help of his staff of 15 and Ebay Motors, his company has excelled. His operation takes up 5-acres with
a building that has over 30,000 square feet of showroom with additional future expansion plans ready to go. Clearly, MotoeXotica has a client following here in the U.S., but it’s worth noting that they ship classic, vintage, antique and hot rod vehicles as well as motorcycles globally. This includes customers in the Middle East, Asia, New Zealand, Greenland and Europe. Additionally, some of the vehicles he’s sold have a very interesting prior history. For instance, he often sells cars owned by Hollywood celebrities. He also acquires “movie cars” from time-totime that were actually used in the motion picture industry. So where does he obtain this unique inventory? He and his professional staff scour the internet for vehicles daily plus Scott attends numerous car auctions such as Barrett Jackson. Individuals can reach out to his company directly at www.motoexotica.com if they’re wishing to sell their
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personal vehicle or if they’re looking for a particular classic. His associates can get to work for you, in order to try to secure what you might have on your radar. Scott was recently featured on KSDK/Channel 5 as well as on the popular cable TV show, Fast & Loud/Grease Monkey Garage. To date, MotoeXotica has sold close to 4,000 vehicles. Some have made the purchase for an investment while others for the joy, affection and thrill of car collecting. He personally owns around 15 classics in his museum quality collection.
Warrior Summit Coalition receives $25,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation In July, the Warrior Summit Coalition received a $25,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation’s State Giving Program to assist with its Welcome Home Warrior Summit, an event designed to celebrate the contributions of area veterans, namely those returning home from combat operations such as Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The grant funds provided by Walmart will positively impact the local community by helping to fund the summit, which features music, food, information on community resources for veterans and a hiring fair. “Walmart has been on the front lines of helping veterans transition from active duty to civilian life,” said James Flagg, President and Co-Founder of Warrior Summit Coalition, which hosts The Welcome Home Warrior Summit. “Through its generous donation in support of the Summit, Walmart is helping to connect thousands of service members to viable employment opportunities, and is playing an instrumental role in military to civilian transition.” The grant was presented to Warrior Summit Coalition during a check presentation ceremony held at Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis. Those in attendance at the ceremony included Department of Veterans Affairs Public Relations Director Marcena Gunter, Department of Defense (ESGR of Missouri) Chairman, Admiral (Ret.) Lee Metcalf and more than 4,000 military veterans and family members. “At the Walmart Foundation, we understand that organizations such as Warrior Summit Coalition are essential to building stronger communities. They share our values and are committed to helping veterans in need live better,” said Ronda Roberts, St. Louis Walmart Market Manager “Through this donation, we are hopeful that veterans in St. Louis will enjoy a more seamless transition from active duty military life to civilian life, as Warrior Summit Coalition continues its work to further bridge the gap between service members and service providers.”
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must be properly followed. When certain strategies become too effective, the government may look into closing some of these so-called “loopholes”. So, you want to take advantage of these legal strategies while you still can. In retirement planning, one of the strategies currently available but may not last much longer is the Roth IRA Conversion. You cannot contribute money to a standard Roth IRA if your income is above a certain amount. However, there are currently no restrictions or limits on converting money from an IRA into a Roth IRA. So, people who do not qualify to ‘contribute’ to a Roth IRA can ‘contribute’ to a nondeductible IRA, and then convert that to a Roth IRA. Now, there are tax and other considerations that have to be dealt with here, especially if you have other IRA assets. So consult with a qualified tax professional regarding your specific situation. Unfortunately, all good things come to an end! President Obama’s 2016 budget proposal addressed this strategy attempting to shut it down soon. However, for now it is a perfectly legal move. There are other very effective strategies that can help many preretirees and retirees maximize their retirement plans. To learn about some of these strategies, while they are still legal, tune into on my educational syndicated radio podcast show this Friday at 1:00pm. You can access the podcast and our recorded radio segments through radio.360ira.com our website at www.360ira.com. You can also obtain this information and independent advice by contacting our 360 IRA office in St. Charles at 844-436-0472 or by email at info@360ira.com. Investment Advisory Services offered through Brookstone Capital Management LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor. Investments and/ or investment strategies involve risk including the possible loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment strategy will achieve its objectives. This information is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of an individual’s situation. Content is provided by third parties for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation to buy or sell any products mentioned. Paid Advertisement
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North County Catholic Schools prepare for sixth year in collaboration Catholic elementary schools in North County are preparing to open the 2015-16 school year in a few weeks, marking the beginning of the sixth year of collaboration as the Federation of Catholic Schools in the Northeast Deanery. One of the highlights of the eight schools working together is the opportunity that teachers have for sharing knowledge and fellowship through Professional Learning Teams, which meet several times throughout the year in groups segmented by grade level (lower grades) or subject matter (upper grades). This professional network is something that, prior to the forming of the Federation, had been missing from these Catholic elementary schools, which often have only one classroom of each grade level and one teacher for each subject area at the upper grades. Many teachers devote personal time over the summer to professional development opportunities. For example, Debbie Davis, middle school math teacher at St. Rose Philippine Duchesne School in Florissant, participated in two conferences: one on interactive white boards at the Federal Reserve Bank in St. Louis, and another called Math Plus 2015 in Kansas City. The conferences broadened her knowledge of the most current best practices in economics and math education. “The Math Plus conference has sessions designed to target difficult math concepts such as fractions, ratios, proportions, and number sense,” said Davis. “We learned and practiced different methods and strategies that have been proven successful by top educators throughout the United States as well as Singapore.” Davis is excited to put what she learned to work with students in her classroom next
month. She will also share new tools and strategies with her fellow teachers in her Professional Learning Team when they meet in September. Speaking of teachers, there will be several new additions to the teaching staff in Federation schools this year. Two of particular note will be Jennifer Bruns at Christ Light of the Nations School in Spanish Lake and Marjorie Plurad at Our Lady of Guadalupe School in Ferguson. Both of these teachers are members of St. Louis University (SLU)’s new “Billiken Teacher Corps,” which is in its inaugural year. Bruns and Plurad, along with seven other graduate students are serving as teachers at Catholic schools in St. Louis, and living in community at St. John the Baptist parish with emphasis on personal and spiritual development, while they complete their master’s degree course work at SLU’s College of Education and Public Service. At Our Lady of Guadalupe (OLG), this will allow the school to add the position of Learning Consultant/Resource Teacher. “We have never been able to have this position, but now, thanks to the Billiken Teacher Corps, we can,” said Ms. Peggy O’Brien, OLG principal. “Ms. Plurad will teach third grade, and our previous third grade teacher will now take on this new position and coordinate all special programs and assist the classroom teachers in many ways. This is a true gift to the students of OLG.” The Federation of Catholic Schools includes Blessed Teresa of Calcutta School and Parish, Christ Light of the Nations School (Our Lady of the Rosary and Holy Name of Jesus Parishes), Our Lady of Guadalupe School and Parish, Sacred Heart School and Parish, St. Angela Merici School and Parish, St. Ferdinand School and Parish (St. Martin De Porres Parish), St. Norbert School and Parish (St. Sabina Parish) and St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Parish. To learn more about the programs and goals of the Federation, or for 2015-16 application and enrollment information for any of the eight schools, please visit www.ExploreCatholicSchools.com.
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FFSD Parents As Teachers accepting enrollment in free program The Ferguson-Florissant School District is accepting enrollment in its Parents As Teachers (PAT) program. PAT is a free family education and support program that begins prenatally and extends through age five. Degreed, certified parent educators work with parents to help them understand and navigate the early stages of child development. The program is available to all families who choose to participate. Beginning prenatally, families are offered personal visits (usually at home and arranged to meet the parent’s schedule); group meetings and parentchild activities with other families; screening to check on development, hearing and vision; and connections to community resources. Parents are their child’s first and most influential teachers. Scientists have proven that experiences in the earliest years make a physical difference in a child’s brain. PAT is available to all families who choose to participate. For further information or to enroll in the program, call 314506-9069.
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Central Methodist University ready to help you complete your degree
Submitted photo Back-to-school time isn’t just for K-12 students anymore. An increasing number of adults such as Central Methodist University-St. Louis student Erin McCain, are taking advantage of the opportunity to begin or return to college. Central Methodist, and many other area colleges and universities, have expanded their evening course offerings and their online studies programs to accommodate the needs of a rapidly-growing population of adult learners. McCain is taking classes at Central Methodist’s branch site in Maryland Heights.
Your kids are off to school, but are you ready to return to school? See what Central Methodist University has available to help you complete your degree. If you’ve been away from the classroom for a while, CMU understands you may be concerned whether you can be successful, or that you are too busy with too many responsibilities. At CMU, you will find programs designed to fit your lifestyle and schedule restrictions. We offer both online and on-site options, including multiple St. Louis area locations, to make it convenient for you to earn your degree and build a better life. Bachelor’s degree programs available in St. Louis include Business, Child Development, Health Sciences, Nursing (RN-BSN), Psychology, and master’s degrees in Education and Clinical Counseling.
Established in 1854 and fully accredited, Central Methodist University offers a quality education with personalized assistance and competitive tuition rates. CMU students learn from experienced instructors who are also working professionals and know the skills needed to compete in the marketplace. Small class sizes provide an engaging leaning environment, where students actively participate in their education. CMU staff are also there every step of the way to help you move from admission, to enrollment, to graduation. Find out more about Central Methodist University in St. Louis at www.centralmethodist.edu/stlouis or call 314227-4400. CMU is ready to help you take the next step in your future.
NCCS maintains full accreditation status North County Christian School in Florissant has retained full accreditation through its dual affiliation with the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and AdvancED. Effective July 1, the South-Central Regional Accreditation Commission of ACSI voted to renew the school’s full accreditation status, effective through June 30, 2020. ACSI is the world’s largest association of Protestant Christian schools, representing over 24,000 schools in the United States and worldwide. AdvancED is also a global leader in school accreditation, providing accreditation and other school improvement services for over 30,000 public and private schools across the United States and 70 countries worldwide. Dr. Greg Clark, Superintendent at the school said, “We are excited to receive this accredited status as acknowledgement of our quality educational program. It is a tribute to the commitment and efforts of our entire school community.”
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North County Christian School has been part of the community since 1962. The school serves over 300 students, preschool through 12th grade, on a 14-acre campus at 845 Dunn Rd. in Florissant.. North County Christian School provides a complete college preparatory curriculum. NCCS’ students consistently outperform the state and national averages in student achievement measures, and over 95 percent of NCCS students enroll in higher education. In addition to strong academics, NCCS offers excellent fine arts and athletic programs in grades K-12. NCCS also offers outstanding after-school and summer camp programs. Enrollment for this fall is still open. Please call our administration office to schedule your tour: 314-972-6227.
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By Cindy Moore
Christmas in July The temperatures are soaring, the asphalt is steaming; it must be July. But wait, it might as well be December because Christmas has come early! Yes the big, jolly jelly-belly man came through — my husband, not Santa. A few days ago, he offered to take me out for a surprise lunch to a place he thought I might really enjoy. It had a big, bright menu and a really nice drive-thru window – surprise! Really? A fast foodie joint. I was slightly disappointed until we approached the intercom to place our order and right next to it was a sight to behold – a gigantic poster. Suddenly, I heard choirs of angelic voices singing praises; the clouds parted and beams of glory gleamed down from the heavens upon the image causing it to radiate like a vision of loveliness. “Wha-what’s this?” I stammered. “Surprise,” he said. “I thought you might like it.” “Like it? I…love…it!” There before me shone a beacon of magnificence…a big, beautiful BLT – a bacon beacon! And not just any BLT, but a new and improved BLT. What? Impossible! How can they improve perfection? Unless…just maybe they took out the LT and made it a BBB? But…NO! Everyone knows messing with universal laws of nature is perilous and could create catastrophic consequences of epic proportions. Something almost as dangerous as making Kim Kardashian wear a scarf from Target. Such an over-abundance of bacon could create a tear in the space-time continuum and who knows, cause the world’s rotation to spin backwards flinging people off into space like ants being shaken off a picnic
blanket…or at the very least, cause Kim to make a purchase at Target. But this…this new invention was bordering on gastronomical suicide! Here before me was peppery bacon layered atop brown sugar bacon! Yes, double the bacon and coated with a crispy rind of brown sugary goodness. Who invented this beast… some mad genius?! I received my order with quivering hands handling it like a Christmas gift and began reverently unwrapping its silvery foil covering to behold the Holy Grail of sandwiches. I took a nibble, then a bite then a chomp. Mmmm, I could die now. We drove home satisfied and full of good cheer humming the tune to that old seasonal favorite, “Bacon strips roasting on an open fire…” 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.
Local Author Spotlight: George Sirois George Sirois is an author of both non-fiction (his popular culture columns can be seen at 411Mania.com) and science-fiction “for the young adult reader.” An avid cinephile, he enjoys telling stories inspired by the films, score albums, television programs and books that were absorbed since childhood; mainly stories that involve several characters initially created in grade school. When not writing, George enjoys dancing West Coast Swing and teaching introductory lessons with the St. Louis Rebels. After spending most of his life in the New York / New Jersey area, George and his wife Cheryl (along with their two dogs) have called St. Louis their home since 2011. He currently has two novels under contract with local press Rocking Horse Publishing: “Excelsior” (a science-fiction / young adult novel suitable for all ages, now available in paperback and eBook) and “From Parts Unknown” (a five-part science-fiction / sports serial suitable for high school age and up, coming to eBook in November and paperback in early 2016). “Excelsior” (a semi-finalist in the 2015 Kindle Book Awards) tells the story of Matthew Peters, an underachieving high school student who has spent seven years writing and drawing a webcomic about Excelsior, a powerful warrior from a faraway planet. Just as his work is attracting attention from readers, a beautiful older woman informs Matthew that the world he believed he created exists, and Excelsior’s lifeforce lives within him. George and three other local authors will be at The Power and the Paranormal book signing from 1-3pm on Saturday, September 5, at Main Street Books (307 S Main St., St. Charles). George will be signing copies of “Excelsior.”
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‘Ant-Man’ fits right in with Marvel’s mightiest heroes As the buzz was building before “The Avengers” first arrived in theaters, some comic book fans were wondering what happened to Ant-Man and the Wasp? When “Earth’s Mightiest Heroes” got together on the four-color pages, these miniscule heroes were founding members along with Iron Man and the Hulk. After years of development issues, the full-blown “Ant-Man” movie finally made it to theaters. While not 100 percent faithful to the intriguing story of Dr. Henry Pym, it is a fun adventure and one that brings the tiny warrior into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The character even visits the new Avengers complex introduced in “Age of Ultron.” Michael Douglas plays Dr. Pym, a scientist who developed “Pym particles,” a substance that shrinks living and non-living matter. Operating in secret as AntMan, Pym worked to keep the world safe. In 1989, he finally broke away from S.H.I.E.L.D. when they co-opted his technology. Years later, he discovered that one of his colleagues is attempting to use the substance to further his own agenda. Using clever techniques, Pym recruits Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) to become the new Ant-Man. An ex-con and divorced dad, Scott tries to find a job to do right by his daughter. Lang reluctantly throws himself into his training, but he grows to appreciate his new abilities. Hope van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly), Pym’s daughter, also is angry that her dad won’t let her wear the suit. Considered a lesser-known Marvel character, Ant-Man can still stand on his own against the likes of Thor or Iron Man. Though Garrett Morris’ turn as Ant-Man in a classic 1979 “Saturday Night Live” sketch criticized his abilities, Dr. Pym and Scott Lang are strong warriors when they put on the suit. A tiny man with full-sized strength is, as they say in the film, like a bullet.
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Michael Douglas is perfectly cast as Pym, a reclusive scientist who doesn’t want to publicize his heroic past. He also is highly protective of his daughter, but for reasons he never explained to her. When forced into action, Pym is a formidable opponent, even when he’s not the size of an insect. Scott Lang has been an intriguing Marvel Comics character for quite some time, and Paul Rudd does a great job playing him on the big screen. As Lang, Rudd even gets great moments with his daughter, Cassie (Abby Ryder Fortson), and ex-wife, Maggie (Judy Greer). Both Ant-Man and Lang have the potential to go far in Marvel movies. As for villains, Corey Stoll’s Darren Cross is the perfect villain in business attire. He has developed a Yellow Jacket suit, but he initially can’t get the Pym particles to work for him. Stoll gives the character a sense of entitlement and absolutely no morals. Cross doesn’t blink an eye when shrinking experiments go horribly — and messily – wrong. Striking a balance between the comic books and movies, “Ant-Man” is entertaining, fun and well worth the time it took to get it to theaters. “Ant-Man,” rated PG-13 for sci-fi action violence, currently is playing in theaters. “Ant-Man” photos courtesy Marvel Studios 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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Super spritzers: Fresh and fruity ways to impress guests From pool parties to baseball games to backyard barbecues, this time of year provides a number of occasions to enjoy time with family and friends. This summer, take your gatherings to the next level with a fun and festive drink menu that reflects the fresh flavors of the season. Today Americans are turning to wine more often than ever before, and the summer months are no exception. Pair Up: In need of a tasty appetizer to serve when the guests arrive? Check out this list of flavorful bites and the spritzer that complements each. Fruit Caprese: Bring seasonal produce to the table by skewering mozzarella balls, watermelon,
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Perfectly Pink Punch Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges in light syrup 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed Juice from 1/2 lemon 1 ounce simple syrup 1 (750 milliliter) bottle Barefoot Refresh Perfectly Pink Club soda (optional) Directions: Place mandarin oranges and syrup into pitcher. Add raspberries, juice from lemon and simple syrup. Top with pink spritzer. Serve over ice. Top with club soda if preferred.
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honeydew and other favorite summer melons. Sprinkle with balsamic vinegar, garnish with freshly cut basil and serve with a vibrant white wine spritzer, such as this recipe for Sangria Spritz. Savory Meatballs: Whip up your favorite meatball recipe for a pre-dinner nosh that’s a classic crowd pleaser. The hearty flavors pair perfectly with this recipe for Refreshing Red Sangria. Shrimp Cocktail Kick off your summer event with a simple appetizer of chilled fresh-cooked shrimp dunked in tangy cocktail sauce. Bring out the flavors of this classic starter by serving with this recipe for Summer Lovin’, a light and refreshing drink.
Summer Lovin’ Ingredients: 1 cup fresh seedless watermelon 6-8 large fresh strawberries, hulled 1 ounce simple syrup 4 ounces Barefoot Refresh Perfectly Pink Watermelon wedge for garnish Directions: Place watermelon, strawberries and simple syrup in blender (no ice). Blend until smooth. Pour into tall glass over ice. Top with pink spritzer. Add watermelon wedge as garnish, if desired.
Refreshing Red Sangria Ingredients: 2 cups frozen raspberries 1 1/2 ounces simple syrup Juice from 2 oranges Juice from 1 lemon 4 ounces brandy 1 (750 milliliter) bottle Barefoot Refresh Summer Red Directions: Place frozen fruit in large pitcher. Add simple syrup and fresh juice from oranges and lemon. Top with brandy and red wine. Stir. Cover pitcher and refrigerate. Allow mixture to marinate 4 hours or overnight. Add sliced fruit, if desired. Serve over ice.
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July 27-31: Vacation bible school An icy expedition awaits your kids at our Vacation Bible School, July 27-31, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Gateway Church of the Nazarene at 11703 Old St. Charles Road in Bridgeton. Our VBS is for children who have completed 6th grade through age 4. Each night is filled with high-powered music, crafts, games, snacks and much more. For more information or to register, call the church office at 314-291-1763 on Tuesday through Thursdays. Our regularly scheduled events include Sunday
School at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday Worship at 10:45 a.m. “The Underdogs” is our free summer children’s program on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. July 29: 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. July 31: Free lunch The Ferguson-Florissant School District is partnering with Operation Food Search to feed children 18 years and under in the community. A free and nutritious lunch will be served from 12 - 1:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday through July 31 at Robert Hoelzel Memorial Park at 5501 Bermuda Dr. and Jackson Park at 6231 Washington Ave. July 31: Chicken dinner All you can eat chicken, dine in only at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 5 to 8 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-8316121.
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Aug 1: Back to school fair The Hazelwood School District invites students, their families and the entire community to the 9th Annual Backto-School Fair at the St. Louis Outlet Mall from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Backto-School Fair will feature information booths from all 32 HSD school sites. School and department information booths, child nutritional services and new student enrollment staff will available. In addition, the Fair will feature free school immunizations to Medicaid eligible students, and afterschool activities and other community resources. The Back-to-School Fair will also showcase music and dance entertainment from student groups as well as prize drawings throughout the event. Aug 1: Back to school fair and unity celebration The Ferguson-Florissant School District will host a Back-to-School Fair and Unity Celebration from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on the grounds of the district’s Administration Building at 1005 Waterford Dr. Attendees will have the opportunity to receive health screenings, student immunizations and vital information on curriculum and resources; enjoy fun and educational activities for children and teens, main stage entertainment and music; purchase appetizing food from several of the food trucks that will be set up; and interact with district staff and administrators. Staffers from the admissions office will also be available to register students. A limited number of book bags filled with school supplies will be offered, and parents may register their child for the opportunity to receive one. In addition to the above activities, attendees will also be encouraged to sign a giant unity puzzle. After the event, each school will receive a piece of the puzzle to display. The Back-to-School Fair is free and open to all Ferguson-Florissant School District residents. Aug. 1: Lung cancer walk 6th annual St. Louis Free To Breathe, Lung Cancer Walk is a 5k walk and one-mile walk that begins at 8:45 a.m. at Creve Couer Park in Maryland Heights. 7:30 a.m. registration and silent auction opens. Register at freetobreathe.org/stlouis or at the event. Aug. 2: “Schnauzer Day” Gateway Miniature Schnauzer Club is sponsoring “Schnauzer Day” at the AKC Museum of the Dog at 1721 South Mason Rd. in Queeny Park from 1:30 till 3 p.m. Meet miniature, standard and giant schnauzers. There will be grooming tips and performance demonstrations. The cost is the usual nominal museum entrance fee.
Aug. 5: Scholarship Bowl The Greater North County Chamber of Commerce will sponsor its 2015 Scholarship Bowl from 6 to 9 p.m., at Crest Bowl at 650 N. Florissant Road in Florissant. The proceeds from the Scholarship Bowl fund the chamber’s scholarship program which annually awards scholarships to area high school seniors. The cost for individual bowlers is $25 per person, which includes three games, shoes, slice of pizza and unlimited refills on soft drinks. A team of six bowlers is $150. Sponsorships are available: Strike Sponsor, $300, which includes team of six bowlers; Drink Sponsor, $150; Lane Sponsor, $100; Pizza Sponsor, $75; and Frame Sponsor, $75. To register to bowl or for more information on sponsorships, call the chamber office at 314-831-3500 or visit www.greaternorthcountychamber.com. Aug. 5: 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. Aug. 6: Celebrity Waiters Night “Celebrity Waiters Night” will take place from 4 - 10 p.m. at West County Center Bravo Cucina, J. Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Pizza and McCormick & Schmicks Seafood & Steaks to benefit St. Louis Crisis Nursery. Aug. 7: Steak fry Steak fry at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 5 to 8 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314831-6121. Aug. 8: Flea market Flea market at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact Richard for more information at 314-837-7057. Aug. 8: Breakfast Breakfast will be served at the Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 8 to 10 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121. Aug 8: Pub Crawl The Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce will host their 1st Annual Wrangle Around Westport Pub Crawl sponsored by Westport Plaza and Grey Eagle Distribution at 3 p.m. The pub crawl will begin at Trainwreck and continue to Fuzzy’s Tacos, Patricks, Paul Mineos, and Jive & Wail. This event is open to both members and non- members and is $25 in advance and $30 at the door. The proceeds will benefit the Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce. The event will begin at Trainwreck located at 314 Westport Plaza. Registration starts at 2 p.m., with crawl starting at 3 p.m. The first 50 people registered and paid will receive a complimentary “Cowboy Cocktail” at each stop and commemorative T-shirt .All participants will receive a complimentary cowboy hat. The event will sell out fast so secure your spot today! Call the Chamber office for more information or to reserve your space at 314-5766603 or www.mhcc.com. Aug. 12: 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. Aug. 14: Pork steak dinner Pork steak dinner will be served at the Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 5 to 8 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-8316121.
Aug 14: North County Gala Tickets are on sale now for the North County Gala. The cities of Florissant, Ferguson, St. Ann, Hazelwood, Bridgeton and Maryland Heights plan this wonderful dress-up event-of-the year for senior citizens. Dance to, or sit and listen to, the beautiful sounds of the 18-piece, Sentimental Journey Dance Band. Fantastic attendance prizes will be given away, delicious hors d’oeuvres will be served and senior citizens from all over North County will be having a great time. Tickets will be sold to any resident or non-resident for $15 each and can be purchased in the Senior Office in Florissant City Hall. This year’s event will be from 7 – 10 p.m. at the James J. Eagan Center at #1 James Eagan Drive in Florissant. There are a limited number of tickets sold, so get your tickets now. For more information call the Florissant Senior Office at 314-839-7605. Aug. 15: Thousand Woman March and community fair “The Thousand Women March & Community Fair”, this event will take place in North St Louis City. March participants will begin assembling in Fairground Park at 7 a.m. at the corner of Natural Bridge and Grand Boulevard. Registration will be available for those interested in being place on the registry for this Historical Event. Our peaceful march will begin moving at 9 a.m. South on Grand Blvd down to St. Louis Avenue, East over to 19th St. in Rauschenbach Park where the Community Fair will begin. We have invited over 100 human and social service providers, companies and organizations to be a part of this community event, to empower men, women and children with information that will lead to a brighter future through job training and placement. There are still opportunities available for sponsorship, donors, volunteers, retail and food vendors contact 314-680-5800 for information. Aug. 15: Concert The Parkerson Twins LaVeada and LaVina will perform and food is available for purchase all at the Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 5 to 8 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121. Aug 20-23: Overland Lions Community Fair Don’t miss the 76th Annual Lions Fair this August. This year volunteers will once again transform Norman Myers Park at 8700 Midland Blvd. in Overland, into a fun filled carnival extravaganza that will run from Aug. 20 through Aug. 23. The Overland Lions Fair has been a tradition for generations. It’s known for a wide array of carnival rides and games for all ages and this year will be no exception. This year’s fair will again have arm bands for unlimited rides available on Thursday evening (5 – 9 p.m.), Saturday (12 – 5 p.m.) and Sunday (12 – 5 p.m.). Sept. 1: Lumiere Casino Day Trip A full, fabulous day of slots, roulette and cards is scheduled for Overland residents. Join us for a trip to the Lumiere Casino in Downtown St. Louis and take advantage of round trip transportation, five hours of fun, a $5 Food Voucher for your restaurant of choice in the casino, and a $5 Free Play Coupon. The bus will depart from the Overland Community Center, 9225 Lackland Road, at 9 a.m. and return around 3 p.m. This trip is limited to the first 36 people who sign up at the Overland Community Center and cost is set at $15 per person, must be at least 21 years of age to participate. Your name, address, date of birth, and payment will be needed at the time of registration. Plan to tell your friends and join us for a wonderful day at the casino. For more information, contact the Overland Community Center at 314-428-0490.
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By Joe Morice
Over the Fence
The irrepressible Bill “Ponytail” Dunham I lost a bizarre, outspoken friend last year. He was a very successful agent for a nationally known insurance company. He was their only agent with a long ponytail. In fact, that was his nickname. You’re probably wondering how someone with a ponytail, not unlike a sixties hippie, could succeed in what’s normally considered a rather conservative business. From what he told me, the company tried for years to get him to lose that ponytail. He ignored them. Actually, it was clean and neat as was his wardrobe of tailored suits. His customers liked him and he became one of the most successful agents they had. Ponytail had been married three times when I met him. He often remarked, “The first time I was divorced, I griped it was all her fault. The second time, I thought maybe I was doing something wrong. The third time I figured out I was doing something wrong all three times.” Then he would laugh…at himself. I couldn’t help liking someone who could laugh at themselves. He finally married his fourth wife…a lovely lady with a good sense of humor, as it were. He was somewhat rebellious when dealing with the giant insurance company he sold for. Since he won almost every district sales contest they had, they begrudgingly tolerated him. The rewards were all-expense paid trips to luxury resorts all over the world. Nevertheless, the big shots still resented his ponytail. It was unbecoming an agent, or some such drivel. In turn, Ponytail quietly resented the corporate world of overpaid executives that gradually fell out of sync with their rank and file employees and nurtured automatons that dared not utter the word “No.” Ponytail went on winning sales contests.
About once a year, they had a convention to award top agents that won district sales contests. Each winner was invited up on a stage to receive the various plaques and trophies with their names etched on them. Ponytail was often one of them. It was somewhat like the Academy Awards but with less winners’ rhetoric. The top executive doing the awarding managed to overlook his ponytail during the ceremony. One year, after Ponytail had one of his best years in the business, he was invited up on the stage to receive his trophy. It was after long rah-rah speeches by the big shots that sometimes subtly took credit for the agents’ success. It was alleged that some of them had never sold insurance in their lives. When Ponytail received his trophy, he set it down, dropped his trousers and mooned the entire convention. A standing ovation ensued. After early years of working seven days a week followed by many years of success, the usual corporate bean counter greed-laced moves transpired. They claimed senior agents were making too much money. It resulted in recruiting new agents and installing them within blocks of the senior agents. Their share of commissions were said to be significantly less. When that didn’t work, they finally forced Ponytail to retire. Last year, Ponytail finally gave in to heart disease and passed on. In the many years we knew each other and often had gab sessions at his home or a local restaurant or pub, we remained good friends. Ponytail did many favors for his ex-wives, his fourth wife, his children, his customers and his friends…including me. He is missed as well as an era when a handshake was as good as a contract before thriving working folks were replaced by automatons and the grim reaper wasn’t taking my friends away. R.I.P Bill. Joe Morice is Community News’s blue-collar philosopher. He was born and raised in Missouri and spent most of his childhood on a farm and adulthood operating heavy equipment. He has no formal training as a writer, unless a lifetime of writing about any and everything counts. The opinions expressed in this column are Joe Morice’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.
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