October 9, 2019
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COMMUNITY VOICES By Gloria J. Johnson, PhD. Pg. 2 Plaque dedication set for Oct. 11 . Pg. 3
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The In Motion Conference Committee comes together for a planning meeting in launching this first-of-its-kind conference.
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In Motion, a Midwest filmmaking conference, is launched in St. Louis and looks to inspire media creatives from all across the region By Charlotte Beard Downtown St. Louis has been a host to various conferences over the years but none of those conferences have been for media creatives across the Midwest. Nov. 2 marks the first annual Midwest filmmaking conference – In Motion. The conference will take place 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with a happy hour that follows at Covo (former Mississippi Valley Trust bank building) located at 401 Pine Street. The conference’s emcee will be Pascal, Executive Producer/ Host of The Pascal Show and morning show called Pascal in the Morning. The conference is being hosted by Continuity, a nonprofit whose mission is to expand diversity in media production through skillsbased training, mentoring and opportunities (www.continuitystl.com). All proceeds from the conference will support its programs.
“This year a couple of our funders could not fund us; we had a funding gap,” stated Dan Parris, Continuity Executive Director and Co-Founder. “We were starting to think of creative ways to fund that gap. One idea that came up was (a conference) because it accomplishes our mission. It went from an idea to raise some money to a large event – potentially to be the largest of its kind in the Midwest.” In addition to the conference’s nine committee members helping to make the premier event possible, the conference is being sponsored by a host of industry partners not limited to: Missouri Film Office, Cinema St. Louis, Explore St. Louis Film, Missouri Motion Media Association (MoMA), Hubbard Radio, Fox 2, KPLR 11, Nine Network, Seed and Spark, Wildlife Command Center (Mov-
ie Animals), The Kranzberg Arts Foundation, and Spiced Just Right Catering. Visit https:// www.inmotionconference.com/ for a complete list of committee members and sponsors. Michael D. Francis, Founder of Michael D Francis Presents (MDFP) and In Motion Conference Committee Member stated, “The impact of this conference on the area is really significant because it is bringing in resources, know-how, and the connections for people to really grow in their craft of filmmaking and production in general. It’s not just a St. Louis conference, it’s a Midwest conference. We’re pulling in the same type of people – filmmakers and production people – from the whole Midwest region. St. Louis is a very valuable See ‘ACTION’ page 2
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‘ACTION’ from cover place to shoot (films); it’s a cheaper place to shoot – it’s more cost-effective for production. (At the conference) we’re highlighting all the benefits to have production, bring production, and do production here in St. Louis but we’re doing it with people from across the Midwest region.” Parris who is also the In Motion Conference Director shared, “According to MoMA there are 11,000 professionals working in the motion picture and commercial production industry in Missouri and there are 38 different film programs in Missouri at the different colleges and universities. In the city of St. Louis, we did a study on over 20 commercial production companies and about 400 staff; we found that less than two percent were African American. It shows that there is a large diversity gap which is one of the stats we talk about a lot at Continuity. We talk about the importance of expanding diversity – that’s important to our nonprofit but also to this conference. Having diverse speakers is also very important to us.” The conference which will feature more than 30 speakers and six different breakout session topics will include speakers like Brittney Butler, a St. Louis native who now lives in Los Angeles and has worked with entertainment influencers such as Tiffany Haddish, Eve, Common, Snoop Dogg and others. Butler stated, “When I just had the love of taking photos and shooting video, (I didn’t know) it could be an actual career – seeing a lack of people who looked like me on television (as)directors or cinematographers. I went to the University of Missouri for engineering but that’s when I found my love for filmmaking. (At that time) there were no resources, there were no classes for me to take. I think YouTube had just started; (I) learned from there.” Bobby Herrera, a Texas native who now lives in St. Louis shared what he hopes to impart to attendees at the conference. “I’ve had a pretty wide range of experience in production, producing and directing projects at various levels. I think it’s important for people in production and people with experience to share their experiences in producing at all levels because there really is no ‘one way’ to do any of this. I think it’s (important) for novices to listen,
ask questions – (see) how our experiences can help shape what they are trying to do and accomplish, or create.” Besides the breakout sessions that will cover various areas (next-level filmmaking, documentary and fiction filmmaking, distribution and film festivals, money-making on YouTube, funding, etc.) another important aspect of the conference is the pitch competition. Nine Network will provide onsite office space for one year to the winner of the pitch competition and mentorship from its network filmmakers. The deadline to submit for the competition is Oct. 16; all details including other winner perks can be found on the conference website. Novice and advanced filmmakers are encouraged to attend the conference, as well as anyone who is interested in connecting with creators who can utilize their interests (makeup artists, writers, clothing designers, etc.). Herrera contributed that he would also encourage high school students to attend. “I would encourage anybody (to attend) who has an idea to make something, but they just need a little guidance or a ‘partner in crime,’ so to speak,” stated Herrera. “If you’re just looking for a community to drive your career forward and refine what you want to do and how you want to do it, whether young or older, I think you should take part in this conference. Everybody that is going to be at this conference speaking are there because they want to help, and they want to meet people who have ideas. They want to be a part of the community. People like me and the other speakers there are more than happy to talk with people and answer questions.” Herrera advises attendees to continue connecting with the influencers and others they meet after the conference is over. In addition, he stresses that attendees be quick to follow-up with those with whom they connect to show their interest. Breakfast, lunch and parking at the Mansion House Garage (330 N 45th Street) is included in the conference costs. Visit the conference website to purchase tickets and see a complete schedule line-up (https://www.inmotionconference.com).
COMMUNITY VOICES
By Gloria J. Johnson, PhD
Can she trust you? What would you do if you got a telephone call from a sister, a cousin, a niece, a friend, or a neighbor asking for your help because their life has been threatened by a present partner or ex-partner? Would you believe them? Would you understand the dilemma they are in? What would you tell them? Especially if you knew the abuser and thought he was a very nice person and could not have done what he is being accused of? Can the victim trust you to help her stay safe? The staff of Life Source Consultants has recently put two victims of domestic violence and their children on a bus leaving St. Louis for their safety. On a Sunday evening, I got a call at home from the sister of a friend. When I answered the telephone, the voice on the other end said, “Dr. Johnson, my ex-husband has threatened to kill me and I believe him.” I asked her if she was in a safe place, and she answered yes for right now. I then told her to meet me at my office on the next morning. She came into our of-
fice early Monday morning and our staff began the process of assisting her to leave St. Louis. An uncle whom her husband did not know had agreed she and the children could come stay with him. However, she needed bus fare, luggage and with a four-hour layover, money to purchase a meal for herself and her children. She would be leaving her job, her home and all of her personal belongings except for clothing and important documents. Thanks to one of our local domestic violence programs, tickets were provided for the trip. Luggage was donated by three precious friends and members of the Ark of Safety Christian Church. Life Source provided a VISA card to purchase food on the 17 hour bus trip. We are also thankful for other assistance that helped one of our volunteers also leave St. Louis safely the same week. Both of these women and their children could not get help from family members because their family did not believe their lives were in danger. Could you be trusted to believe her story?
If you are hurting and need someone to talk to, we are here for you. Life Source Consultants provides free support and confidential services for women and their children who are victims of physical, mental, emotional, verbal, financial or sexual abuse. For restored hope and healing, call us at 314-524-0686. Dr. Gloria J. Johnson is the Founder/ CEO of Life Source Consultants, the first non-residential African American domestic and sexual violence organization in the State of Missouri. Motivated by a deep love and commitment to abused women and to forever change images and perceptions toward domestic violence, family violence and abuse, Johnson shares true life stories of victims in her book “I Cried Alone.” Johnson received a Master’s in Biblical Counseling and a Ph.D. in marriage and family counseling from Biblical Life College and 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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A plaque dedication for late florissant businessman is set for Oct. 11
VFW Post 4105 hosted 9-11 ceremony on 18th anniversary
The city of Florissant along with Old Town Partners will be hosting a plaque dedication to unveil a plaque in honor of the late John Ortwig. This will be the 42nd Walk through History plaque in honor of someone who has made valuable contributions to the city of Florissant. The plaque dedication will be held on Friday, Oct. 11 at 5:30 p.m. in front of 618 rue St. Francois. John A. Ortwig was a member of the Greater North County Chamber (GNCC) since 1987 and in 2015 was recognized as the Outstanding Business Person of the Year at the GNCC annual dinner. John and his wife Lynda Ortwig were married for 26 years had a family of six children, 18 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Ortwig was the owner of Florissant Glass Company which he started in 1972 and owned the Old Town Wedding Chapel in Historic Florissant that he bought in 1990. Ortwig moved to Florissant in 1949 when he was eight years old. In 1958 John was sponsored by the Knights of Columbus as a Chief Squire. John also played softball and would spend a lot time with the Florissant Elks and would help with barbeques and other community related events. At the time, Ortwig saw all the good the Florissant Elks were doing for the community and he officially joined the Florissant Elks in 1969. As a member he would take on the role as the trustee in which he did for 18 years and would also serve as
A large crowd gathered at the VFW Post 4105 for the 18th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon by terrorists. Florissant Mayor Photo courtesy city of Florissant Tim Lowery was invited to provide the opening remarks and this year’s guest speaker was Florissant Valley Fire Protection District Chief Jason Hoevelmann. Friends of Veterans welcomed everyone at the ceremony, the colors were presented by the members of the VFW 12th District and The Daughters of the American Revolution gave the Pledge of Allegiance. Lady J Huston a multi-talented entertainer, accomplished as a singer, songwriter, musician and recording artist sang “God Bless America” after the opening prayer that was given by the VFW Auxiliary. Charles Glenn best known as the St. Louis Blues’ Anthem singer performed “God Bless the U.S.A.” Members of the Florissant American Legion Post 444 closed the ceremony with a rendition of “Taps.” All of the veteran and service organizations that service the Florissant area were represented at this event to gather in remembrance of those who perished on that infamous day. The Florissant, Hazelwood and St. Louis County Police Departments and the Florissant Valley and Black Jack Fire Departments were sent special invitations to attend to acknowledge the ultimate sacrifice their New York comrades made that day.
Chairman of the Trustees. Ortwig was a two-time receiver of the Citizen of the Year Award and in 2014 was Elk of the Year. As a member of the Elks, Ortwig worked tirelessly and would lend his assistance to build floats for the Valley of Flowers parade, he worked with DARE and helped with the robot that was used in the DARE program. He also ran the Hoop Shoot and was in charge of bingo at the Elks Lodge. Ortwig also served on the building committee and was instrumental when the Elks built their lodge in 1983 at 16400 New Halls Ferry Road. Ortwig was a member and served on the Board of Old Town Partners where he served as vice-president for four years. Ortwig also lent his time and served on the committee for the Florissant Fall Festival for 15 years and chaired the Old Town Partners Pancake Breakfast for over 10 years. Every holiday for 40 years, Ortwig put up and took down the American Flag for every holiday, from Florissant Road to St. Ferdinand Street. For over 30 years Ortwig had sponsored baseball and softball teams to give youth a chance to excel and enjoy sports. Ortwig had participated in community programs such as veterans support, elderly care, providing food baskets for the poor and given unselfish contributions of his time. In honor of Ortwig his family will continue his tradition of putting up the flags on St. Francois for all the holidays.
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The 22nd Annual Florissant Old Town Fall Festival is set for Sunday, Oct. 13 Florissant Old Town Partners and the city of Florissant, along with the entertainment sponsors, the Florissant Fine Arts and Employees Community Fund of Boeing host the Florissant Old Town Fall Festival on rue St. Francois each year on the second Sunday in October. In past years over 30,000 visitors attended the weekend events and we expect this to be the biggest and best ever! The Old Town Fall Festival kicks off at 11 a.m. on Sunday Oct. 13th and runs until 5 p.m. on rue St. Francois Street in the heart of Old Town Florissant. Eleven full blocks from Florissant Road down to the St. Ferdinand Shrine are closed off for this event. All side streets will be blocked off to accommodate the festival. The street will be filled with activities for everyone with over 150 booths including a full craft fair area, games to play, sale items, food and beverages. We will have the old favorites like the Chili Cook-off, the wine garden, pumpkin decorating, and entertainment on almost every block. FIDO FOLLIES DOG CONTEST! Everyone’s favorite event the Fido Follies dog show returns and will be re-locating to the old Bank of America drivethrough parking lot in the 900 block of rue St. Francois toward the top of the street. This is a dog friendly event, water bowls will be provided on every block. Bring your furry friends (Properly licensed and leashed of course) and enter them in the dog show. We have categories such as smallest dog, best kisser, best costume, best trick and largest dog to name a few. FREE CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES! Once again, if you are looking for the Children’s Hands-On art projects sponsored by the Hazelwood Head Start Program it will be up at the top of St. Francois on the City Hall lawn. Children will have the opportunity to create their own masterpiece with the help of volunteer teachers. FREE CHILD IDENTIFICATION KITS! The Florissant Police Department in conjunction with MOCHIPS, will be offering child identification kits free of charge. They will be set up in the Council Chambers near the Children’s HandsOn art at City Hall. CRAFT FAIR! Want to get an early jump on Holiday Shopping? The Craft Fair continues to grow each year!!! More than 60 crafters show off their talents with their hand crafted works for you to browse and shop. The craft fair is located near City Hall and in the old Bank of America main parking lot. CAR SHOW! The Police Welfare Association is back again this year to host a car show on the Knights of Columbus Grounds on the day of the festival. All proceeds from this event will be donated to the Florissant Police Officers Welfare Association. SHRINE ACTIVITIES! Be sure to visit St. Ferdinand Shrine and make a donation to the Save the Shrine Campaign and participate in activities sponsored by the Friends of Old St. Ferdinand. ENTERTAINMENT! The concert at the Lawyers Building in the 100 Block of St. Francois this year will be the Bob Cuban Band on the band shell! Presented by the Florissant Fine Arts Council with support from the Missouri Arts Council and Regional Arts Commission on Sunday afternoon. Performances will be at 1 and 3 p.m.
Event Sponsor: Savoy Properties Corporate Sponsors: KayBee Electric Reseler-Kerber Optometry BJC Healthcare Click Heating & Cooling Arsenal Credit Union Leaf Filter Gutter Protection Baronwood Kennels Berkshire Hathaway Select Properties Handyman Hardware Dooley’s Florist & Gifts Gateway Disposal StL Florissant Glass Community Sponsors: Amore Pizza Renewal by Anderson Edward Jones-Financial Advisor; Madison S. Smith Look for Florissant Old Town Partners and like them on Facebook for continuous updates.
1000 Block • Funnel Cakes • North County Political Booths
Brown 900 Block Children’s Crafts• MO Chips • Retro Band •
900 Block • Craft Fair • Kettle Corn •Fido Follies / BoothDog items •Dog ITems
City Hall Craft Fair •
Boone 800 Block • Food Booths
800 Block Men of Harmony • Fragrance Oils/Kids Toys • Craft Fair •
Clark 700 Block • Lularoe • Tupperware • DK Dance Studio
700 Block Food Booths • Mary Kay • Wine Garden • Free Massages •
Shuttle Service on St. Catherine
The Fall Festival is hosted by Florissant Old Town Partners and the City of Florissant. As of this publication our sponsors of the Festival are:
• North Councty Big Band • BBQ and Drinks • Rest Area
rue North Lafayette 600 Block Food Booths • Sponsor Booth • 1 Picnic Table •
500 Block Flea Market • Clown/ Face Painting • 2 Picnic Tables •
600 Block • Pony Rides • Chilly Billies • Dan Sproat • Doo Wop Band
• Dennis Schilago • Pumpkin Decorating • Story Teller • Food Booths
rue North Jefferson 500 Block • Chalk Wall • Simply Positive Play
rue North St. Jacques 400 Block Music House • Usborne Books • BBQ/Flea Market • Spices • Food Booth • Scentsy • Berkshire Hathaway •
400 Block • Amore Pizza & Soda • Greater NC Chamber • Food Booths • Dogs on Duty - Service Dog Support
rue St. Jean 300 Block Thirty-One personal bags gifts • Veterans • Paparazzi Jewelry • Cotton Candy • Perfectly Posh • Food Booth •
300 Block • Bucket List • Food Booth • Coalition for Life St. Louis • Arsenal Credit Union
rue St. Pierre 200 Block Food Booths • Cook Books • Canvas Art Painting•
200 Block • Buchannan Brothers • Drinks • Frozen Fun Express • Sidewalk Chalk & Kids Games
rue St. Ferdinand 100 Block Kincaid Puppets • Fire Department • Mary Kay • Origami Owl •
100 Block • CERT • Band Shell • Chili Cook Off • Valley of Flowers • Empanadas
rue St. Charles
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• Police Association Car Show • Shrine Activities • Flint Knapping • Antique Tractor Display • Re-enactment • Restrooms
St. Ferdinand Shrine
We also have many entertainers throughout the 11 blocks of fun to include Cookie the Clown, Dan Sproat, Kraig Kalkbrenner, Story Teller, North County Big Band, Dennis Schilligo, , Bucket List, the Retro Band, DK Dance Productions, After Hours Community Band, The Florissant Men of Harmony, and more…
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FREE SHUTTLE! Don’t forget!!! A shuttle will be provided free of charge on St. Catherine for those Festival patrons who have difficulty navigating the St. Francois hill. The FLERT bus will be transporting festival patrons from block to block on St. Catherine which is one street over from St. Francois. There will
Midwestern Termite & Pest Control 700 rue St. Francois Florissant, MO 63031 314-838-1121 North County Foot & Ankle Dr. Samuel T. Wood 662 rue St. Ferdinand 314-921-1020 Paramount Bank 90 Village Square Shopping Ctr. Hazelwood, MO 63042 314-731-0229 www.paramountbank.com Rare Coin Galleries LLC Mike Depew 440-A Rue St. Francois Florissant, MO 63031 314-837-7333 Real McCoy’s Grill 3827 Vaile Ave. Florissant, MO 63034 314-695-5576 Open: T-Th 11-8; F 8-8; Sat 8-6 www.real-mccoys-grill.business.site Resler-Kerber Optometry Dr. Deborah L. Kerber O.D. F.A.A.O. Dr. Paul Whitten, O.D. 875 rue St. Francois Florissant, MO 63031 314-839-4923 www.reslerkerber.com
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be signs directing you to the stops. Join us in the historic Old Town area of Florissant for a great day of entertainment for the whole family. For more information or to join the activities call the Old Town Partners office at 314-837-0033 or visit www.florissantoldtown.com and click on the Fall Festival link.
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Normandy celebrates College Savings Month with Beyond Housing Viking Advantage Program September was National College Savings Month, and Normandy Schools Collaborative highlighted its Viking Advantage program with Beyond Housing and the opportunity to save for college in a mini-social media series. For more than seven years, Beyond Housing’s Viking Advantage program has been supporting students of Normandy Schools Collaborative to get them on the path to success for post-secondary education. One of the critical ways Viking Advantage provides support to students is by assisting with a savings plan for college. Viking Advantage sets students up with an Individual Development Account where each dollar the student deposits, is matched three to one. Students can deposit a maximum of $500 which will then be matched
with $1,500. This funding can then be used for post-secondary education. “It helps students pay for tuition and books or any extra additional expenses that might come along with college,” said Anthony Simms, Normandy High School alumnus and current University of Missouri-St. Louis student. To date, Viking Advantage has helped approximately 300 Normandy students with saving for a post-secondary education. Students who participate in Viking Advantage also receive extra ACT prep support, assistance with college financial aid applications, entrance exam fees and mentorship.
“Viking Advantage entails not only saving up for college, but it also gives you lifelong mentors to help you along the way,” said Andrea Cain, Normandy High School alumna and current University of Missouri-St. Louis student. “People to talk to, and guide you through college who have also been through that experience so you are not alone.” In recognition of College Savings Month, Normandy has produced a social media series featuring recent NHS graduates to help inform students and their families of the Viking Advantage program and its benefits. This series can be found on the districts YouTube channel and social media sites: @normandyschools on Facebook and Instagram, and @NormandySC1 on Twitter.
Cold Water Elementary PTA recognized with national award The Cold Water Elementary School PTA has been recognized as a 2019-2021 School of Excellence by the National PTA.
The designation honors accomplishments in building a strong and effective family-school partnership that enriches the educational experience and overall well-being for all students. Cold Water is one of only eight schools in Missouri to receive the recognition and the only school in the St. Louis region. Cold Water’s PTA organizes several events throughout the school year including a yoga program, different meals for parents and guests, and Chalk the Walk, where PTA volunteers write inspiring messages for students on the school sidewalk. “When I chose to become PTA President of Cold Water Elementary, my mission statement was: be informed, be involved, be empowered. (My goal was) to enrich the lives of all students by maintaining a strong supportive PTA and encourage involvement in the school, home, and community,” Cold Water PTA President Donielle Grooms said. “Pursuing the PTA School of Excellence Award helped us meet our goals by concentrating on strengthening family school partnership, focusing on the mental and emo-
Photo courtesy Hazelwood School District Cold Water parents and students join together in PTA-sponsored events throughout the year including “Muffins with Moms.”
tional needs of students, and community collaboration.” “Mrs. Grooms and our PTA partnership at Cold Water are key pieces to Cold Water’s academic and social-emotional success. Our staff, parents, students, and community work together to provide not only materials to help with learning, but opportunities for families to work alongside one another at Cold Water. This continues to strengthen the relationship between the school and community,” Cold Water Principal Luke Dix said.
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MDC invites you to the iNaturalist Family Festival at Powder Valley Nature Center Have you ever asked yourself, “What’s the name of that bug?” “What species of tree is that?” “Is that a brown-eyed or black-eyed Susan?” The Missouri Department of Conservation’s (MDC) Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center has an event that will introduce visitors to a powerful nature discovery tool you may already have in your hand. Join Powder Valley for the iNaturalist Family Festival Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and learn about a free mobile app that can unlock an incredible body of nature knowledge for you. The free iNaturalist app can identify plants and animals around you using your smartphone’s camera, internet connection, and a comprehensive, world-wide base of expert knowledge. It also enables users to contribute valuable citizen science to its expanding database for themselves. MDC staff will conduct training sessions on using this potent mobile app during the event. There’s still plenty to do even if you don’t have a smartphone because this free family festival will also feature many non-electronic ways to connect with nature. See live animals and explore the nature center’s wooded trails on guided nature hikes. Activities will include bug safaris, bird banding demonstrations, nature crafts and games for kids, nature discovery stations and locally-sourced honey tasting. Free hot dogs and other snacks will be available. Visit with other conservation partners hosting educational tables and kid-friendly activities, like Missouri Master Naturalists, Missouri State Parks, Missouri Wildflower Nursery, Pheasants Forever, Inc., and Quail Forever,
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Photo courtesy Missouri Department of Conservation Join Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center in Kirkwood for the iNaturalist Family Festival Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event will enable visitors to discover a mobile app that will put a world of nature knowledge at their fingertips.
Pure Air Natives, St. Charles County Parks and Recreation, St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis Wild Ones, Webster Groves Nature Study Society, and World Bird Sanctuary. No reservations are needed to attend the iNaturalist Family Festival and the event is open to all ages. Bring the whole family to spend an hour, or a whole day, exploring nature and come away with an incredible resource to help you learn even more. Those planning to attend the iNatu-
ralist training session should download the free iNaturalist and Seek by iNaturalist apps, available for Android and iOS devices at iNaturalist.org, before the event. Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center is located at 11715 Cragwold Road in Kirkwood, near the intersection of I-44 and I-270. For more information on the iNaturalist Family Festival, call the nature center at 314-301-1500.
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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS Oct. 7: Kindergarten information night
The Hazelwood School District will host a kindergarten information night from 5:45 to 7:30 p.m. at the Hazelwood Central Early Childhood Center at 15955 New Halls Ferry Road in Florissant. The event is open to families with children who will be kindergarten eligible in August 2020. To enroll for Kindergarten in the 2020-2021 school year, a child must be five years old before Aug. 1, 2020. Registration is required; please call 314-953-7650 to register.
Oct. 9: 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.
Oct. 11: Food Truck Knight
The Knights of Columbus Duchesne Council #2951 and the city of Florissant will be co-sponsoring the last Food Truck Knight of the year from 5 to 9 p.m. on the lot near the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine located at 50 rue St. Francois. The trucks will serve until 8 p.m. and the band Amphora will perform until 9 p.m. Proceeds will benefit local nonprofit charities including the TEAM Food Pantry. Patrons are also encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for collection barrels that will be on site.
Oct. 11: Meatloaf or country fried steak dinner Meatloaf or country fried steak dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.
Oct. 12: Trivia
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1765 Charbonier Rd. Florissant, 7 p.m. start - doors open at 6 p.m. Cost: $160/per table of eight or $20 per person - Max of nine per table 100 percent of the profit to St. Vincent DePaul Society. Beer and soda provided. Reservations/info: call Paul at 314-972-6000
Oct. 12: Breakfast
Breakfast at 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.
Oct. 12: Flea market
Flea market at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.
Oct. 16: 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.
Oct. 18: Pork steak dinner
Pork steak dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.
Oct. 19: Race to the Shrine
The Sixth Annual Empower North County’s Race to the Shrine will be held at the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine beginning with the Tiny Tots Trot at 3:30 p.m. (five years and under), onemile Fun Run that starts at 3:40 p.m., and the 5k Race starts at 4 p.m. The Race to the Shrine benefits multiple programs with local area Florissant
nonprofit organizations. To participate visit www.racetotheshrine.org for further details or contact Kyle Rainbolt or Melissa Fitzgerald at racetotheshrine@gmail.com.
Oct. 23: Karaoke
Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.
Oct. 25: Chicken dinner
Chicken dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.
Oct. 26: Mother son superhero carnival
The Sparrow’s Nest Teen Maternity Home that serves the metro St. Louis area is hosting their second annual Mother Son Superhero Carnival fundraiser from 3 to 5 p.m. at West County Assembly of God at 13431 N. Outer Rd. in Town and Country. Moms and sons are encouraged to come dressed in their superhero costumes to experience a super-fun, superhero afternoon. This event is designed to appeal to boys ages 3-12. All proceeds benefit The Sparrow’s Nest Maternity Home. Event tickets are $35 per mom and son, with ticket cost decreasing for each additional child. For more information on sponsorship, volunteering or to purchase tickets, visit www.thesparrowsneststl.org.
Oct. 26: Benefit dance
The Breakfast Club, Inc, a breast cancer support group, is hosting its eighth annual Pink Posse Roundup for a Cure benefit dance from 8 p.m. to midnight at Machinist Hall at 12365 St. Charles Rock Rd. in St. Louis County. Tickets are $20 per person in advance or at the door. For more information visit www.breakfastclub-stl.org or call 314-972-8883.
Oct. 26: Halloween costume party
A Halloween costume party with live music will take place at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois, from 7 to 11 p.m. All profits go to support veterans. For more information call 314-831-6121.
Oct. 30: 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.
Nov. 2: Rummage sale
Calvary UCC’s Rummage Sale takes place from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. at 2901 Hartland Avenue in Sycamore Hills, one block from Ritenour Middle School.
Nov. 8: Trivia night
The Midas Hospitality Family Foundation will host its third annual “A Night for the Children” trivia at Orlando’s Event and Conference Centers at 2050 Dorsett Village in Maryland
Heights. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and trivia begins at 7 p.m. Tickets for the trivia night are $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight. For more information or to sign up, email familyfoundation@midashospitality.com or call 314-692-0100.
at 6:35 p.m.) 9135 Shelley Avenue, Overland, MO 63114. (Entrance is in the back on East Milton). TOPS is a very inexpensive way to lose weight. You may visit a meeting for free. Any questions please call Dan Agee @314540-5223.
Nov. 8: Trivia night
Mondays: Choral Art Singers
Trivia night fundraiser for Garry Lake takes place at St. Rose Parish Hall at 2650 Parker Rd. in Florissant at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. Beer and snacks provided. Tickets cost $20 per person or $160 for a table of eight. To Donate Directly to Garry’s Special Needs Trust, make check out to “ArcareTrust II FBO Garry Lake,” and Mail to: PO Box 12890, Overland Park, KS 662822890. For more details call Connie at 314-363-5969 or email: Wilson.joe7@ sbcglobal.net.
Dec. 14: Grief share
This Grief Share 13-week session (no cost) runs every Saturday from Sept. 21 through Dec. 14 from 10 - 11:30 a.m. at Florissant Church of Christ at 16460 New Halls Ferry in Florissant. For more information contact Arthur Matthews at 314-839-1449.
RECURRING EVENTS Any time: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine by appointment #1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314-921-7582, Vicki Wittman Email: vicray01@aol.com.
Weekdays: Food pantry volunteers needed
The Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry is in need of ongoing adult volunteers to sort food, stock shelves and shop with clients. Two-to-four hour shifts are available, Monday-Friday 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. To learn more or to join this fun group, contact Chelsey Banaskavich at 314-513-1674 or cbanaskavich@jfcs-stl.org.
Weekdays: Tax filing program volunteers
Seeking greeters, appointment schedulers, and tax preparers to assist older adults in the St. Louis County Tax Filing Program. Training and mileage reimbursement is provided. For more information and to start the volunteer application process, contact the County Older Resident Programs and ask for Mike Nickel at 314-615-4021.
Weekdays: Volunteer drivers
The St. Louis County Older Resident Programs need volunteer drivers who live in St. Louis County to give a few hours during the day to provide transportation to and from doctor’s appointments for our senior residents of St. Louis County that lives near you! No weekends and mileage reimbursement is available. Call today at 314-615-4516.
Mondays: TOPS meeting
Come, join and take off those extra pounds. T.O.P.S.=Take Off Pounds Sensibly has meetings on Monday nights at 7 p.m. (weigh in begins
Choral Arts Singers resume practice on Mondays, at 7 p.m. at Transfiguration Episcopal Church, 1860 Lake St. Louis Blvd. in Lake St. Louis. This session will include performance at St. James Cathedral, Chicago on June 25. New singers are welcome. Auditions are not required. See www.concertarts.org.
Mondays: City council meetings
City of Pine Lawn holds regular city council meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.
Mondays: Workshop meetings
City of Pine Lawn holds regular workshop meetings at city hall at 6250 Steve Marre Ave. in Pine Lawn on the fourth Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.
Mondays: A cappella singers
All men who like to sing are invited to come sing with us, The Men of Harmony. We practice every Monday night at 7 p.m. at 5500 Parker Road which is the first house on Uthe Lane. We sing four-part harmony a capella (without accompaniment). We sing some traditional songs, as well as show tunes and more contemporary music. We do perform for the public at various functions. Persons interested can come right on in or for more information call Al at 314-993-6134.
Mondays: Korean War Veterans Association meeting
If you had military service in Korea between Sept. 3, 1945 and the present you are cordially invited to a meeting of Chapter 4, North County Korean War Veterans Association. Meetings take place at the VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant on the second Monday of the month, starting at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.
Mondays-Thursdays: Volunteers needed
Community Action Agency of St. Louis County is in need of volunteers to stock shelves, sort food shipments and pack bags for Food Pantry Clients Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Two to four hour shifts are available. If you are interested, please contact Cheryl Piece at 314-446-4440 or cpiece@caastlc.org for additional information.
Tuesdays: Chair Zumba
Chair Zumba every Tuesday from 2:15 – 3 p.m. at The Bridge At Florissant at 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. (Parker @ Arlington). For more information call 314-831-0988.
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Celebrate Recovery Tuesday meetings take place at 6 p.m. with a Saturday Bible Study at 9 a.m. at LifePoint Church at 424 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information visit www.lifepointministries.church/celebrate-recovery or call (men) Steve D. at 636-634-6582 or (women) Denise W. at 530-417-6151.
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: Food pantry
Every second Tuesday of the month, food pantry takes place from 9 - 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. – noon at St. Andrew United Methodist Church at 3975 N. US Highway 67 in Florissant. Other times by appointment, call 314-8374233.
Tuesdays: Vietnam Veterans Association meeting
Chapter 794 Vietnam Veterans Association meets on the third Tuesday of each month at VFW Post 4105 at 410 St. Francois in Florissant. Meetings start at 7 p.m. For more information contact Walter Kaiser at 314-921-2132.
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Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting
6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, at the Bellefontaine Neighbors Community Center at 9669 Bellefontaine Rd. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.
Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316
Doors at 4:30 p.m., games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316.
Wednesdays: Bingo
Bingo takes place every Wednesday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland. Doors open at 5 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314-660-1813.
Wednesdays: Bingo
Life Care Center of Bridgeton, at 12145 Bridgeton Square in Bridgeton, welcome all to Community Bingo every last Wednesday of the month at 2:30 p.m. Light refreshment will be served. Please RVSP at 314-298-7444 with the month you will attend and number of people attending.
Wednesdays: TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets from 6 p.m. -7:30 p.m. at St. Andrews United Methodist Church at 3975 N. Hwy 67 in Florissant. For more information contact Norma at 314-306-4731.
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 a.m. at Florissant Church of Christ, 16460 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 7:30 a.m., games begin at 9:30 a.m. 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
3-4 p.m., Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Jamie Stevens at 314.653.5331.
Thursdays: Bingo
Community Bingo at the Bridge At Florissant, at 1101 Garden Plaza Drive (intersection of Parker and Arlington) takes place on the third Thursday of each month starts at 2 p.m. There will be snacks and prizes. For more information call 314-831-0988.
Thursdays: Quilting guild
Every third Thursday of the month the Flower Valley Quilting Guild meets at 7 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church at 123 Carson Road in Ferguson.
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Free blood pressure checks monthly at Life Care Center of Florissant at 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. (off Parker Rd.) in Florissant every third Thursday of the month. Call 831-3752 for more information.
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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.
Fridays: Fish fry
A fish fry takes place every Friday at American Legion Post 338 at 9655 Midland Blvd. in Overland from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information contact Chairman Ed Hilleman at 314-660-1813.
Every Friday: Our Lady of Fatima #4429 Knights of Columbus Bingo 6:45 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 1216 Teson Rd. in Hazelwood. For more information call 314.731.9330.
Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo 2 p.m., Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314.831.3752.
United Church of Christ to provide basic adult medical screening, treatment and referrals free of charge for the uninsured. For more information or if you would be interested in volunteering, please call 314-521-5694 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday or visit www.stpeterschurch.org
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Saturdays: Grief support
On the second Saturday of each month Bethany-Peace UCC at 11952 Bellefontaine Rd. in St. Louis County hosts a clothing sale from 9 - 11 a.m. For sale are used clothing and shoes,
On the fourth Saturday of each month, grief support meeting “A Way With Words Ministry” meets at 12:30 p.m. at Community Christ Fellowship, rear, at 121 Williams Blvd. in Hazelwood, 1/4 mile south of Hwy 270 off Florissant Rd. There are a variety of topics monthly. You are not alone. Come help your heart heal with others. For more information call 314-605-3949.
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Saturdays: Clothing sale
Tuesdays: Celebrate Recovery
For 25 years Celebrate Recovery has been helping everyday folks find freedom from whatever difficulty you are experiencing in your life. This Christ-centered, 12-step program is based on the Beatitudes. We meet every Friday at 6:15 p.m. for dinner ($5); 7 p.m. large group meeting; 8 p.m. Small groups sharing; 9 p.m. dessert at First Christian Church of Florissant at 2890 Patterson Rd. in Florissant. For more information call 314-837-2269 or visit http://www.fccf. org/ or Facebook page Celebrate Recovery-FCCF.
Saturdays: Yoga
Come check out the benefits of yoga at Calvary UCC, at 2501 Hartland Avenue, on Saturday mornings from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Call Angela at 314801-8594 for more information.
Saturdays: Toastmasters meeting
Everyone is welcome to attend Toastmasters Saturdays 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Normandy United Methodist Church at 8001 Natural Bridge Road (across from UMSL). For more info call 314402-7025.
Saturdays: 12-step program
Celebrate recovery with “12 steps to Freedom.” Are you looking for a safe place to share your hurts, hang- ups or habits? This Christ centered program is based on the Beatitudes and meets at LifePoint Church Florissant at 424 Graham Rd. in Florissant. The group meets from 1 - 4:30 p.m. with lunch at 1 p.m. Donations are appreciated. There is a large group worship/lesson at 2 p.m., open small share groups – gender specific – at 3 p.m. There is also a newcomers group also to help you choose which class is best for you. The group closes its time with fellowship/coffee-dessert from 4 - 4:30 p.m. For more information visit lifepointministries.church/celebrate-recovery or contact Ministry Leader Steve Daughety at 636 634-6582.
Saturdays: Free walk-in clinic
Salam Clinic at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ at 1425 Stein Road at West Florissant in Ferguson is a free walk-in clinic open Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The clinic is jointly sponsored by the Muslim Community of St. Louis (MCSL) and St. Peter’s
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New baseball team in O’Fallon names general manager The wood-bat base, collegiate baseball team will play in the Prospect League and comprise of the team that played as the Hannibal Hoots starting in 2020. David Schmoll formerly the General Manager of the River City Rascals, has been named the GM of the new team that will probably have a new name shortly. Schmoll is a Fenton, Missouri native and entered the 2019 season with the Rascals for his second year. He graduated from Murray State University with a degree in political science. He joins the Rascals after spending the last six years with the Mississippi RiverKings of the Southern Professional Hockey League where he was most recently general manager. The new team’s owner Richard DeStefane mentioned the name may include the name ‘River City Rascals or something with the name O’Fallon in it. Go to www.ProspectLeague.com for more information. * Several months to prepare for season in May New indoor football team needs players The St. Louis Stampede plan to play football at the Family Arena in February. Coach Jeff Hunt has been named the head coach for the team and will conduct a tryout camp along with his coaches next month. The tryouts will take place at Dell Wood Recreational Center at 10266 W. Florissant on Nov. 9. Registration is at 9 a.m., tryouts are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more details go to www.NGLFootball.com, go to Teams click on Stampede, then click on tryout and the form is at the bottom, or call 314869-8686. * Start pumping iron Local high school football finals from Friday The Francis Howell Vikings of St. Charles defeated the Ft. Zumwalt West Jaguars of O’Fallon 31-10. The Wentzville Holt Indians defeated the Troy Trojans 41-31 playing at the Indians home field. * Busy Friday night
UMSL command tennis tourney University of Missouri-St. Louis’s senior Marina Prediger won the singles bracket and teamed with sophomore Odette Beagrie to win the doubles bracket at the UMSL Tournament, hosted by the Tritons this past Friday and Saturday. It was all UMSL finals in both as Prediger defeated senior Bianca Buie in singles, 6-2, 6-0, while Prediger and Beagire posted a 7-6 win over junior Leticia Lunge and sophomore Clara Lopez Bueno in the doubles final. Maryville, Truman State and Lindenwood also participated in the tournament. * Leader on the court Soccer team at Lindenwood gets road victory and makes history The Lindenwood University’s men’s soccer team secured a 1-0 victory over the UIndy Greyhounds from Indianapolis this past weekend. The win is the first of the season for the Lions away from Hunter Stadium and moves the team’s record to 3-3-2 inside the GLVC. Luke McBeth corralled a long lead pass from the Lindenwood defensive zone, bringing possession just outside the UIndy goal box. McBeth then fed Logan Doerr who blasted a shot into the right side of the net from 25 yards out about 40 minutes into the game. It was Doerr’s first goal of his collegiate career, as he also picked up his first two points as a Lion on the play. * Many more to come Gary Baute, a St. Louis native, may be educated in business but he lives and breathes sports. As a fan or an athlete, Gary is all sports all the time. He hosted a radio sports program on KFNS, emceed the River City Rascals’ inaugural season, among many other activities. I am currently hosting a Health show on 97.1 FM, ‘Prime Time Health’ www. PrimeTimeSTL.com. It broadcasts Saturday nights at 8 and Sunday mornings at 9.
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Kickstart your school lunch routine with these ideas for building easy-to-make, gourmet sandwiches sure to inspire envy in the lunchroom. Bread – Switching up your bread from traditional slices to something more creative, such as ciabatta, rye, pita or even a dinner roll can keep things interesting at lunchtime. Meat – Choosing high-quality meat can make or break your sandwich experience. Toppings and Condiments – Meant to boost flavor and add texture, a variety of toppings and condiments such as lettuce, mayonnaise, peppers, mustard and tomatoes are sandwich favorites. However, less common garnishes like fried eggs, hummus and avocado take this Maple Turkey Breast, Egg, Avocado Mash and Hummus Sandwich to the next level. Cheese – Choosing a less common cheese, like Swiss or mozzarella, can be an easy way to experiment with the flavor of your sandwiches.
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avocado lemon, juice only slices flaxseed bread, toasted tablespoon hummus, any flavor fried egg, cooked over-medium slices maple turkey breast fresh mozzarella cheese, thick sliced 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced 1 handful baby spinach
Directions: In bowl, mash avocado and combine with lemon juice. Set aside. Spread one bread slice with hummus and second with avocado mash. Add fried egg, maple turkey breast, mozzarella, red bell pepper and spinach. Stack and cut in half.
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Movie: By Steve Bryan
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.
heater owners have struggled for decades to keep their auditoriums filled, especially after television sets became more common in homes. During the Great Depression, there were dish giveaways and other raffles. Movie stars would sometimes make guest appearances at cinemas, which still happens today at places like the Arclight in Hollywood. Guest loyalty clubs, which allow moviegoers to accumulate points to use towards concessions and memorabilia, are common. In recent years, theater chains also enhanced the moviegoing experience with bigger screens, superior sound and comfortable lounge seats. 4DX is another incentive that puts movie fans in the middle of the action. Similar to the “Sensurround” special effects created for 1974’s “Earthquake,” this technology uses sound, light, motion and even water to shake moviegoers up. There is an option to turn the water off, though. Over the last month, I tried 4DX twice primarily because one local theater offered discounted tickets on some re-released films. The seats look like something astronauts or Navy pilots would sit in. They are cushy and comfortable and include the standard cup
it annoying and intrusive, but I stayed for the whole movie. Last weekend, a “Matrix” re-release and inexpensive tickets lured me back for another shakedown. The original movie in that trilogy is a classic and I wanted to see it again on the big screen. This time, I went into the 4DX auditorium expecting some shaking and jolts based on the hand-to-hand combat in the storyline. I also figured the scenes in the hovership Nebuchadnezzar would involve some tilting. Unfortunately, the other audience Photo courtesy Bigstock members and I didn’t count on the 4DX technology being out-of-synch with the movie. The problem manifested when holder in the arm rest. Each seat is equipped Neo, played by Keanu Reeves, meets Trinity with devices that make the viewer shake, tilt (Carrie-Anne Moss) in a club. The expectaor receive a blast of air. The goal here is to tion was slight vibrations in the 4DX chairs, mimic what the characters on screen are ex- but every seat shook violently during their periencing. conversation. A quiet chat between Neo and On Labor Day, I went to see a 4DX pre- Morpheus (Laurence Fishburne) minutes sentation of “Avengers: Endgame” without later felt like an actual earthquake. Theater knowing all the details (cheap movie tickets management finally resolved the issue and I make me a little carefree). When my seat cautiously returned to my seat. tilted forward suddenly, I realized what I 4DX is not something I would seek out had gotten myself into. This Marvel Studios each week. For me, moviegoing involves getpresentation features fighting, explosions ting lost in the story and characters, not kidand supersonic flight and my seat dutifully ney-shaking vibrations. I may go back once worked to recreate that. At that time, I found in a great while for a good re-release, though.
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‘Yeggs’ is a comic series about Robert and Bill, two rabbits who have opened their own egg franchise in the Midwest (St. Louis area). We follow their day to day lives, watching as they go about the hectic task of preparing for their one big day every year. Along the way they have adventures filled with fun, comic doings and pathos.
By Cindy Moore
Moore On Life Why is laundry so complicated? In the good old days, a pioneer mother would jam the dirty laundry into a barrel then plop in a bar of lye soap made out of pig fat and grab a sturdy hickory stick. She’d then stir everything around a few times, toss it all on a tree limb to dry and call it good. Nowadays, we need computerized turbo washing machines that talk to you. That’s not all, these machines require expensive detergents which contain oxi-boosters and unpronounceable additives and special enzymes along with whiteners and stain fighters and of course, fancy fabric softeners and scented perfume beads. It all seems so involved. Well now I know why laundry has become so complex. I just heard about a study which found that 45 percent of people wear their underwear two days or longer. That’s shocking enough, but oh no, we’re not done yet. The same study discovered that 13 percent of the population wore their knickers for a WEEK or LONGER! Arrrgh! Bleck! Quick, pass me a cup of bleach to gargle with! I don’t know if I’m more disgusted at people living in their under-britches for over a week or more shocked by the fact that some individuals actually went out and canvassed the country asking about folk’s unmentionables. It makes no sense. Can you imagine that call? Group study caller: “Hello random citizen. We’re conducting a vital study imperative to the country’s future…actually we just have a large wad of tax payer money granted to us from the
government and can’t think of anything more useful to do with it. Just wondering, how long have you been sitting around in the same pair of underpants?” Response #1: “Umm, you’re a pervert and I’m going to report you!” Response #2: “Actually, I’m not wearing any just now. Would you care to come over?” Response #3: “Is this that weirdo from across the street? I have a restraining order against you, you know!” Response #4–10,000: Click. Group study caller: “Hey Boss, it looks like we’re not getting any responses.” Boss: “Well, we’ve got this large wad of government money sitting here and we’re not giving it back. Just make some stuff up and take the rest of the week off.” And now it makes perfect sense.
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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, he 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.
ACROSS 1. Will alternative 6. Put into service 9. Ball on a string 13. Conversation starter 14. “Platoon” setting 15. “Four” prefix 16. Macaroni shape 17. Dunk value 18. *”The Dark Knight” star 19. *Marion Crane stops at a motel 21. *Eccentric scientist teleports himself 23. Sonny and Cher, e.g. 24. *What “The Swarm” attackers do 25. Hot tub feature 28. Think, archaic 30. Kentucky Derby sound 34. *”American Psycho” weapon, pl. 36. Andy’s radio partner 38. Dished out 40. Drunkard 41. Type of turn, pl. 43. Spare in a trunk 44. Pore in a leaf 46. Straight out of bottle, as in whiskey 47. Port of Yemen 48. Angry growl 50. Whiskey grain, pl. 52. Is in Paris 53. “What a ____!” 55. Car nut
57. *Chris Washington meets his girlfriend’s family 60. *Girl bullied at school 63. Type of renewable energy 64. Caviar 66. Abstains from food 68. Opposite of binary 69. Barley bristle 70. Web mag 71. Department store department 72. *Sematary resident 73. Saw again DOWN 1. *”____-Wolf of London” 2. Counseling, e.g. 3. Priestly vestments 4. Frank Wright’s middle name 5. Showing cleavage 6. “Do ____ others...” 7. *Photographer and oncologist trapped by Jigsaw 8. Bring character to life 9. Bone to pick 10. And others 11. Pretentiously artistic 12. Morse Code dash 15. Like Murder Mystery Party 20. Pertaining to hours 22. Type of farm house
24. Two for the price of one deals 25. *It terrorized Amity 26. Highway departures 27. Part of mortise joint 29. *Boy brings grief to adoptive parents, with The 31. 9th letter of Greek alphabet 32. Move like on ice 33. *Jack Torrance’s catchphrase “____ Johnny!” 35. “Brave New World” drug 37. Don’t go 39. Fender-bender damage 42. Funerary art form 45. Weapon storage 49. Romanian money 51. The Beach Boys’ “____ Girl” 54. Seatbelt, e.g. 56. Feed in a meadow 57. *”____ Girl” 58. Panache 59. Before feathers 60. One tenth of a dime 61. a.k.a. The Islamic State 62. Tallest volcano in Europe 63. Math class total 65. Be in the red 67. Do needlework SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 9