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St. Charles County Ambulance District Lifesaver CPR classes for families credited with saving lives By Brett Auten It is a skill that is attainable, but you never know when it will come in handy during a time of need. A local youth found the knowledge learned at a free CPR course, offered by the St. Charles County Ambulance District, held at a neighboring library and helped save the life of his sibling. Kyle Prater was sitting in the backseat, enjoying a leisurely late summer drive with his nine-year-old sister Camden with ice cream cones in tow. Suddenly, a piece of waffle lodged in the throat of his sister, rendering her unable to breathe. Kim Prater, the children’s mother, pulled to the side of the road and before she could act, Kyle handed his cone to his mom and went to work. After a few abdominal thrusts, he dislodged the obstruction and Camden’s breathing returned to normal and all was fine. The 12-year-old Prater credited his calm, cool and collected demeanor in the situation to a free Lifesaver CPR class he took just a few weeks prior to the incident at the Middendorf Kredel Library in O’Fallon. “I was pretty surprised at how calm I was,” Kyle Prater said. “I usually get nervous and anxious but I knew exactly
what to do and how to do it and that kept me calm.” Prater’s heroism came out of reluctance. “I was with a friend and I didn’t want to take the class,” he said. “But my parents said I had to. I was soon extremely happy that I did take it.” The St. Charles County Ambulance District’s Outreach Lifesaver course provides one-on-one instruction to residents of all ages. Skills covered in Lifesaver classes include hands-only CPR and how to relieve choking. Prater’s actions and news of the story, which was picked up by ABC television affiliates from New York to Hawaii, has invigorated the SCCAD crew. “It has energized our whole group,” said Kyle Gains, Director of Community Relations for the SCCAD. “Especially those who teach the sessions. It’s like, what I do does make a difference.” The SCCAD courses were a big success over the summer held at several of the main branches of the St. Charles City/County Library District. Running from late May through August, an estimated 800 people attended sessions held at the library. “It is something that we will definitely do again next year,” Gains said of the
cluster of sessions. SCCAD Outreach offers free lifesaver classes regularly at locations throughout the county as well as private sessions. The Lifesaver CPR courses are intended to get attendees comfortable with the idea of helping a victim of sudden cardiac arrest or choking until paramedics can arrive at the scene. Armed with the latest in interactive mannequins, the sessions are geared toward being more up-
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“I would definitely recommend taking the course,” Kyle Prater said. “Something as simple as eating an ice cream cone can cause a life or death or situation. It’s that easy and that quick.” SCCAD’s next Lifesaver courses are slated for Dec. 10 at the O’Fallon Family YMCA and the Barnes BJC Day of Play. To keep up with the latest in the scheduling of Lifesaver course or for a contact visit the SCCAD Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sccadems.
Submitted photo Kyle Prater is shown here training with St. Charles Paramedic Robert Bauer at the Middendorf Kredel Library in July. Kyle went on to use this training to save his sister from choking.
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The city of St. Charles has appointed Craig Dodson as fire chief and Michael Grzyb as deputy fire chief. Dodson has spent his entire career with the city of St. Charles, serving the department for thirty-two years. Nineteen of those years were spent as a firefighter/paramedic, five years as a captain, seven years as a battalion chief and one year as the deputy chief. “I welcome the opportunity to work with other St. Charles city leaders, both internally and externally, in order to take the next steps to further position the city of St. Charles and the fire department in a positive and dynamic direction,” said Dodson. “I look forward to leading the department in a direction that continues serving the public safety needs of our citizens in a forward thinking and progressive manner.” Dodson received his bachelor’s degree in fire science from Columbia Southern University. “We are excited to welcome Craig to this role,” said Sally Faith, mayor of the city of St. Charles. “He has shown his dedication
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to the city and its citizens for many years, and we know he is the right person to continue to lead the fire department into the future, and help the city of St. Charles continue to deliver superior services to its citizens for many years to come.” Grzyb has been with the city of St. Charles Fire Department for thirty-three years. Three of those years were spent as a firefighter, two years as a firefighter/engineer, fifteen years as a captain, and thirteen years as a battalion chief.
“I look forward to working with the staff of the department, along with other city staff and departments, to ensure that the fire department meets the needs of all the residents and visitors of the city of St. Charles,” said Grzyb. “I welcome the opportunity to build upon the strong history and current vision of the St. Charles Fire Department to meet future challenges in providing the highest level of fire protection and EMS service to the community.” Grzyb received his bachelor’s degree in fire service management from Maryville University. “We are very fortunate to have Michael as part of the team,” said Faith “He, along with Chief Dodson will ensure that the department continues to provide the excellent service to our residents that they expect and deserve. I look forward to working with both of them to build upon the great work they have been doing for years.” Both Dodson and Grzyb were officially welcomed into their new roles at a swearing-in ceremony held at St. Charles City Hall, in the Council Chambers, on Oct. 4.
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Community News honored by Missouri Press Association From staff reports The Community News was the recipient of several awards presented by the Missouri Press Association at its annual awards banquet held in Branson, Missouri on Oct. 1. The awards recognized achievements in the 2015 calendar year as the Community News competed against other weekly newspapers across the state. Community News’ columnists were recognized as Joe Morice won first place in the Best ColumnistHumorous category. This was a posthumous award as Morice passed away in 2015. Cindy Moore received an honorable mention award in the same category. Also receiving a first place award was reporter Sara Hardin who won Best Story About Education for her story about the Jennings School District. Hardin also won honorable mention for Best Military Story for a story about a World War II veteran. Publisher Robert Huneke won third place for Best News or Feature Obituary for his remembrance of Morice.
Photo courtesy Missouri Press Association Missouri Press Association President Dennis Warden (far right) presented awards to (from left) Mathew DeKinder, Donna Huneke and Robert Huneke who accepted them on behalf of the Community News staff at the Missouri Press Association awards banquet held in Branson, Missouri on Oct. 1.
The Community News also received an award for its CrossRoads magazine which won second place overall in the Magazine/Alternative Publication category. “These awards are a reflection of all of the hard
work and dedication that our staff puts into every edition of the Community News,” said Community News editor Mathew DeKinder. “I could not be prouder of their accomplishments.”
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Assumption Parish in O’Fallon entertains two-day festival Oct. 15 and 16
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Assumption Parish’s annual Fall Festival takes place from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Oct. 15 and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Oct. 16, in O’Fallon.
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Enjoy live music, haunted hayrides, carnival rides, tasty food, games of chance, inflatables, refreshing spirits, and plenty of crafts at Assumption Parish’s annual Fall Festival from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. Oct. 15 and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Oct. 16, in O’Fallon. This traditional church picnic features a traditional turkey and sausage dinner with all the trimmings and lots of fun for the entire family. All are welcome to attend this two-day celebration that serves as Assumption’s largest fundraiser of the year. The church festivities kick-off at 1 p.m., on Oct. 15, with carnival rides provided by Tinsley Amusement Company, a variety of games, a beer and wine garden for the adults and haunted hayrides in the evening. Pork steak dinners and pork kabobs will also be available for purchase later in the day. The pork steak dinner costs $10 and is served with baked beans, potato salad, dinner roll and soda. On Saturday afternoon, “Music by Manda” takes the stage from 2 to 5 p.m. and “El Scorcho” performs on Saturday evening from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. On Oct. 16, the festivities resume at 11 a.m. with a traditional parish picnic atmosphere and live entertainment by “Shangri-La” from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Experience an old-fashioned tractor-pulled hayride through the church grounds or take a fun barrel train ride, play bingo and a variety of children’s and adult games. In addition, exhibitors will be selling crafts and unique items at the popular Country Store in the Parish Center. Funnel cakes, kettle corn and sandwiches will be sold at picnic concessions stands and church volunteers will be serving up their famous turkey and sausage dinner until 6 p.m. in the Parish Center. Carryout service is available for those who do not want to eat in the dining room. Adult dinners are $12 and children $6, but anyone under four years of age is free.
O’Fallon’s Historic Preservation Commission is looking for applicants If you’re interested in history and historic preservation, the city of O’Fallon is seeking public service-minded residents from Ward 2 and Ward 4 to serve on the Historic Preservation Commission. The commission also needs one non-voting member who is an expert in the field of historic preservation. The non-voting member may be a resident but is not required to live in O’Fallon. The Historic Preservation Commission meets at 6 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month at city hall. The commission’s directive is to advise the O’Fallon City Council on ways to promote the cultural, economic and general welfare of the public through the preservation and protection of structures and areas of historic and cultural interest within the city of O’Fallon. Applications for service may be obtained from City Clerk Pam Clement, or downloaded at www.ofallon.mo.us/dept_admin_ cityclerk.htm. Mail completed applications to Pam Clement, City Clerk, O’Fallon Municipal Centre, 100 North Main Street, O’Fallon, Missouri, 63366. For more information call 636-3795555 or email pclement@ofallon.mo.us.
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Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service celebrates 35th anniversary with ribbon cutting
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Jack Lipin, Executive Director of Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service cut the ribbon to mark the organizations 35th Anniversary on Sept. 29. On hand was St. Peters Mayor Len Pagano, representatives from the St. Peters aldermen, ambassadors of the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce and representatives of the Cottleville / Weldon Spring Chamber of Commerce. Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service is located at 4116 McClay Road in St. Peters. With a mission
to serve those in crisis and to prevent homelessness and hunger, Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service provides housing assistance, children and family development, the largest food pantry program in the tri-state area, workforce development and many other programs to assist those who need help. For more information on how you can help the Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service or if you are in need of assistance, please call 636-441-1302 or visit their website at www.jacares.org
Missouri state senator honors Daughters of the American Revolution chapter The Caroline Close Stuart Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) was recognized recently by Missouri State Senator Bob Onder for their participation in setting a world record in patriotism. Working with officials at Guinness World Records the Daughters of the American Revolution organization set a Guinness World Record by sending more than 100,000 letters to military personnel serving overseas. The original goal was 10,000, but they shattered it with an incredible 100,904 letters sent in one month to servicemen and women, thanking them for their service. Chapters in the greater St. Charles and St. Louis area took up the challenge contributing to this total. One of the most rewarding aspects of DAR is the ability to express their love of country through the support of America’s Armed Forces. DAR members wrote and collected as many letters as possible in order to establish this new world record. Senator Robert F. (B ob) Onder, Jr., serves the residents of Missouri’s Second Senatorial District in St. Charles County. In 2015, his first year in office,
Submitted photo The Caroline Close Stuart Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution was recognized recently by Missouri State Senator Bob Onder for their participation in setting a a Guinness World Record by sending more than 100,000 letters to military personnel serving overseas.
Senator Onder was elected by his peers to serve as the Assistant Majority Floor Leader in the Missouri Senate. He also was named a Champion of Freedom by the Missouri Alliance for Freedom, a group advocating for limited government and the growth of individual liberty. Senator Onder lives in Lake Saint Louis with his wife, Allison, and their six children.
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Lake St. Louis hosts rodeo championship Oct. 13-15
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The Missouri Rodeo Cowboys Association (MRCA) is having their 31st Finals Championship Rodeo at the National Equestrian Center. The best cowboys and cowgirls from all over the state will compete for over $50,000 in prize money. “This is the biggest rodeo of the year and we are happy to be here at Lake St. Louis,” said Greg John president of the MRCA. “Last year was our first year at the National Equestrian Center and the support was overwhelming.” The rodeo consists of bull riding, bareback and saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie down roping, barrel racing, team roping and breakaway roping. The rodeo starts at 7:30 p.m. each
night. Tickets for the rodeo can be purchased in advance at missourirodeo.com or at the National Equestrian Center the night of the rodeo. Before the rodeo on Thursday and Friday night from 5 - 7:30 p.m. they have miniature horses to pet and free pony rides for children five years old and up. On Saturday at 11 a.m. they are having an exceptional rodeo for the children and adults who are mentally or physically challenged. They will get to interact with the cowboys and cowgirls in the arena, while experiencing hands on rodeo events such as roping, barrel racing, bronc and bull riding in the arena. Anyone who would like to participate in the exceptional rodeo please call Leah Loeb at 314-223-4085 to reserve your spot.
Fort Zumwalt Park temporarily closed to traffic and disc golf In preparation for O’Fallon’s annual Celebration of Lights, Fort Zumwalt Park closed to vehicles starting Monday, Oct. 10, through midJanuary 2017, so that crews can safely install holiday lights and scenes for the city’s annual Celebration of Lights display. The park’s disc golf course, “The Fort,” also will be closed during this period.
Pedestrians are welcome during daylight hours, but for safety’s sake are required to stay on the paved drive through the park, which has a designated lane for walkers and joggers. And everyone is invited to see the Celebration of Lights, which will be open the day after Thanksgiving at 6 p.m. on Nov. 25 through Dec. 30, closing only for Christmas, Dec. 25.
City of St. Charles mayor issues Dysautonomia Awareness Month proclamation Mayor Sally Faith recently issued a proclamation recognizing October 2016 as “Dysautonomia Awareness Month” in St. Charles County. Jennifer Sheils, a Dysautonomia International volunteer residing in Missouri who requested the proclamation, shared, “I’m raising awareness for dysautonomia because I want there to be hope and support for those who are struggling to cope with the daily burden of this illness.” Dysautonomia is an umbrella term used to describe various medical conditions that cause a malfunction of the autonomic nervous system. The autonomic nerves control the “automatic” functions of the body that we do not consciously think about, such as heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, dilation and constriction of the pupils of the eye, temperature control, and more. People living with various forms of dysautonomia have trouble regulating these systems, which can result in lightheadedness, fainting, unstable blood pressure, abnormal heart rates, malnutrition, and in severe cases, death. According to Lauren Stiles, president of Dysautonomia International, “Over 70 million people worldwide live with a form of dysautonomia. There
Photo courtesy city of St. Charles Jennifer Sheils (left) stands with St. Charles Mayor Sally Faith after Faith issued a proclamation recognizing October 2016 as “Dysautonomia Awareness Month” in St. Charles County.
is no cure for any form of dysautonomia at this time, but Dysautonomia International is funding research to develop better treatments, and hopefully someday a cure.” “Despite the high prevalence of autonomic nervous system disorders, many patients take years to get diagnosed due to a lack of awareness amongst the public and within the medical profession,” explains Dr. Paola Sandroni, Professor of Neurology at Mayo Clinic, who volunteers on Dysautonomia International’s Medical Advisory Board. Since its founding in 2012,
Dysautonomia International, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, has been working to increase public awareness of dysautonomia. The organization started the global Dysautonomia Awareness Month campaign that is celebrated annually during the month of October. With the help of community members, Dysautonomia International organizes landmark lightings, 5K runs, fundraising galas, proclamations, social media campaigns and other awareness activities. To learn more or to get involved, visit www.dysautonomiainternational.org.
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Sugar babies Tending grandkids can bring such joy, but mainly it brings payback to my kids for all the grief they caused me in their teenage years. Call it vengeance if you must, but I prefer to call it karma. It has a much nicer ring and sounds like caramel, which is tastier too. I’m not one to bring up past indiscretions, except when they have to do with damaging my vintage car. The one I babied and buffed and meticulously cleaned with Q-tips and cotton balls and only coasted down to the curb on Wednesdays to check the mail, then immediately took it straight back into the safety of the garage. So just once, I allowed a certain offspring to take it out into the dangers of inexperienced drivers and reckless humanity. This certain child wanted to impress her friends and go out on the town behind the wheel of a sporty, sweet ride – my sporty, sweet ride. After relentless whining and begging, she wore me down to the point where I agreed, only to prevent an oncoming stress seizure. I listed the rules. Since other drivers regularly dinged and dented adjoining parked cars, my car must be situated away
from the other riff-raff vehicles; in the furthest corner of the furthest lot on a neighboring planet…Jupiter, preferably. Plus, no racing, no loud music, no talking while driving, no feet on the dashboard, no touching of the leather seats and it must be refilled with premium gas only. It had a sensitive digestive system. And lastly, it had to be home before midnight.
“What, or you’ll turn me into a pumpkin?” she mocked. “No, but I will shove you inside a pumpkin,” I threatened. “Permanently!” That night, she returned in tears and admitted she slid my car into a teeny tiny parking slot to get quicker access to the front door of the restaurant. She then explained how some nut job gouged the side-panel mercilessly. I remained remarkably
calm and let it go. But…I have waited patiently lo these many years for my due. Now, whenever I watch her kids, I give them free access to lollipops, gummy bears and jelly beans, as well as cakes, cookies and ice cream with plenty of chocolate milk to wash it all down. Then I release the sugar-infused darlings back to her care. She asks why the kids always act like feral demonic monsters when they leave my house. I tell her it’s karma, but it’s really caramel…which I pour in large amounts over their ice cream. 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.
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Missourians invited to help select bicentennial license plate All Missourians are encouraged to help select the design of a new automobile license plate, which will be out in time for the ShowMe State’s bicentennial in 2021. Options for the plate design will be presented at four public hearings across the state, including the following: Oct. 25 at the MoDOT Transportation Management Center at 14301 South Outer 40 Road in Town and Country, Missouri and Nov. 1 at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center at Tinnin Fine Arts Center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. The initial hearing was held in September in Springfield. All sessions begin at 6 p.m. The public is invited to discuss the plate options at the meetings. Online voting will be open through Dec. 1 at missouri2021.org. Missouri became the nation’s twenty-fourth state on Aug. 10, 1821. Planning for statewide commemorations began in 2013, after the 97th General Assembly selected the State Historical Society of Missouri to spearhead the efforts. “It was essential that the process start when it did,” said Gary Kremer, SHSMO executive director. “The bicentennial license plate is the first step of many to help ensure that all Missourians are a part of the state’s celebration.” State Representative Glen Kolkmeyer of Missouri’s 53rd District sponsored the legislation, and Dave Schatz, Senator from the 26th District, helped ensure the effort progressed on the Senate floor. On July 1, 2016, Missouri Governor Jay Nixon signed House Bill 2380, authorizing the bicentennial plate. SHSMO trustee Doug Crews has also been an instrumental figure in the project. “A lot of people helped bring the idea of a bicentennial license plate this far. We are thankful to the governor, Representative Kolkmeyer, and Senator Schatz for their support,” Crews said. The public meetings were organized by the Bicentennial License Plate Advisory Committee, created by HB 2380. Members include leaders from the State Historical Society, Department of Revenue, State Highway Patrol, Department of Corrections, and Department of Transportation, as well as the chairpersons of the transportation committees in both houses of Missouri’s General Assembly.
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O’Fallon Fire Protection District receives $10,000 donation Sept. 29 was National Coffee Day and Folgers honored local heroes. Folgers Perfect Measures brightened the morning of the O’Fallon Fire Protection District firefighters with coffee, some amazing treats and a $10,000 donation. The money is going the O’Fallon Firefighters Community Outreach program and will be used to further their mission of giving back to the community. The O’Fallon Firefighters Community Outreach is an organization that focuses on the special needs of residents in the district. The O’Fallon Firefighters volunteer their time for these projects and this donation
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Holt Senior named National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
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The Wentzville School District is proud to announce that Matthew Brawner from Holt High School has been selected as a semifinalist and Connor Monahan and Alexandra (“Ally”) Schulte from Timberland High School, as well as Cameron Dierks from Liberty High School, have been named Commended Students in the 62nd Annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Semifinalists represent less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors, and have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $33 million. Merit Scholar designees are selected on the basis of their skills, accomplishments and potential for success in rigorous college studies. Additionally, about 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Commended Students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.6 million students who entered the 2017
competition by taking the 2015 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Brawner has a GPA of 4.43 and scored a 35 on his ACT. He is an AP Scholar with Distinction, is currently enrolled in six AP courses and a member of National Honor Society. He is also on the awardwinning Holt Scholar Bowl team and has attended both Missouri Scholars Academy and Missouri Boys State. Brawner plans to study chemistry and music at Washington University or Northwestern University following graduation. Monahan currently has a GPA of 4.26 and scored a 35 on his ACT. He is a member of the National Honor Society and has been on the WSD Robotics Team for four years where he currently serves as a programming team leader. Monahan says he plans to study Computer Science at the Missouri University of Science & Technology following graduation. Schulte has a GPA of 4.26, a member of the Timberland marching, symphonic and
Photo courtesy Wentzville School District Matthew Brawner from Holt High School has been selected as a semifinalist in the 62nd Annual National Merit Scholarship Program.
jazz bands for four years and currently serves as a marching band section leader. She plans to study Civil and Architectural Engineering at the Missouri University of Science & Technology in Rolla, Missouri. Dierks has a GPA of 4.27 and scored a 34 on his ACT. He is an AP Scholar with Distinction and has been a member of the Liberty Band for four years. Dierks plans to study physics, chemistry or engineering in college.
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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting General Manager Joseph Kennedy celebrated the grand opening of his new restaurant, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill with a ribbon cutting on Sept. 27. On hand was St. Charles Mayor Sally Faith and staff with the city of St. Charles, representatives of Cullinan Properties and Board Members and Ambassadors of the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is located at 1501 Beale Street in St. Charles. At Firebirds, enjoy authentic wood-fired steak & seafood entrees, bold-flavors, specialty cocktails & select wines in a polished-casual at-
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mosphere offering top-notch service & upscale dining at a modest price. For more information, please call 636-866-
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St. Johns Bank celebrates 90 years In 1926, Calvin Coolidge was president, the cost of a firstclass postage stamp was two cents, the Cardinals defeated the Yankees in the World Series, and St. Johns Bank was founded on Oct. 3 in St. John, Missouri. Some 90 years later, St. Johns Bank is still serving local customers and businesses. It is overseen by Chairman and CEO W. Douglas Branneky, the third generation of the Branneky family to run the bank. Numerous other family members are also involved in running the bank. The bank remains headquartered in St. John. While the same friendly customer service available in 1926 is still the hallmark of St. Johns Bank, customers also have access to the latest trends
in banking like a dedicated app for smart phones and tablets as well as the ability to deposit checks through the app. “We are proud to offer the latest technology to our customers while maintaining our core values of customer and community service,” Branneky said. St. Johns Bank stays involved in many community activities like the United Way, KidSmart Push for Pencils, food drives for St. Louis Area Foodbank, the Shower of Love for local children’s agencies and many other local fund-raisers and drives throughout the year. Bank employees also volunteer their time to “Teach Children to Save” each year in local school districts. “We take our role in the com-
American Sewing Machine, Inc. celebrates new location with ribbon cutting
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Michael Guccione, Sr., President of American Sewing Machine, Inc., celebrated the new location of his business with a ribbon cutting on Sept. 28. On hand was St. Charles Mayor Sally Faith and staff with the city of St. Charles, family and friends of Michael and Board Members and Ambassadors of the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. American Sewing Machine, Inc. is located at 200 N. Kingshighway in St. Charles. They recently moved from their previous location on First Capitol Drive, just west of 5th Street. American Sewing Machine provides tools and supplies for embroidery, quilting, sewing and vinyl projects. For more information on how they can help you, please call 636-946-4115 or visit their website at www. sewforless.com
munity seriously and take pride in providing quality banking services in our community to both our personal and business customers,” Branneky said. The bank will be celebrating its 90th anniversary on subsequent Fridays at each branch location. There will be refreshments and giveaways on celebration Fridays. www.themeadowsatlstl.com
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Professional soccer team gets new owner The St. Louis Ambush play professional indoor soccer in the Central Division of the 17-team Major Arena Soccer League with home games at the Family Arena in St. Charles. The Ambush has a new ownership group led by local soccer icon Tony Glavin. Other members from the original ownership group Shelly/Will Clark and Dr. Elizabeth Perez remain in place. Glavin was hired as the head coach last December. He was a midfielder/forward for the Steamers from 1980-85 and after that served as assistant coach and then eventually head coach. The first home game of the season is Nov. 19 at 7:05 p.m. For more details go to www.STLAmbush.com. ~~~New guy at the top
Lindenwood golfers place in tournament The men’s golf team finished in third-place at the MSSU Fall Invitational from Shangri-La Country Club in Monkey Island, Oklahoma. The three round, two-day tournament featured 12 competing teams and 71 individual golfers. The Lindenwood group finished one stroke behind second-place Oklahoma Christian, and nine strokes behind first-place Central Oklahoma. Lindenwood landed seven strokes in front of fourth-place Southern Nazarene. The Lion’s Yente Van Doren was the top finisher for the fourth consecutive tournament landing in third-place. Van Doren opened the tournament with a first round score of 73, before firing consecutive rounds of 70 to finish the event. Koke Edo Maeso tied for 10th place with a three round total score of 218. Edo Maeso had his best score during the first round of play, shooting a 72 with Colton Wyllie tied for 15th place. Alejandro Canazares and Juan Torrente tied for 23rd place with identical scores of 223. Canazares had his low score of 70 during the second round of play and Torrente shot a 73 in the first round. Finishing tied for 38th place was Ryan Dyck. For more information, go to www.LindenwoodLions.com ~~~ Thanks to Andrew P. Morris of Lindenwood Sports Information for the information
Golfer of the Week from the GLVC is from UMSL University of Missouri-St. Louis senior Julien de Poyen has been awarded this prestigious award from the men’s Great Lakes Valley Conference. de Poyen was co-medalist in the 125-player field at the Midwest Regional at Harborside International, held earlier in the month. He picked up his second career tournament win by shooting a 150 (73-77) and helped UMSL to an eight-stroke team victory in the 25-team field. The Tritons have been honored now for the second straight week for the GLVC award, as teammate Markus Lindberg was last week’s Golfer of the Week. ~~~ Heading to the sunshine state for more hardware Women’s tackle football team holding a camp The St. Louis Slam is your professional outdoor tackle football team that has excelled over the years. This past season they earned the Division II National Championship trophy playing in the Women’s Football Alliance league. That attained the same feat back in the year 2009 as well. This coming Saturday they will be having a combine to assist interested women who have a desire to play tackle football. This development football game will provide great tips on playing the game with the opportunity to making the 2017 roster. Go to www.STLSlamFootball.com to get all the details. ~~~ Do you have what it takes?
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Recipe: Ripe for pairing Enjoying the bounty of harvest means creating dishes that celebrate the most intense character and flavors a region can deliver. Put a fresh twist on farm-totable goodness by pairing two vine-ripened garden treasures: heirloom tomatoes and crisp, refreshing white wine. Northern California’s Sonoma County is known for some of the nation’s finest vineyards. It’s also a culinary destination with a wide range of farms and artisan food purveyors. The KendallJackson Wine Estate and Gardens offers the best of both: sampling wine while exploring the four-acre estate’s culinary garden, which offers a wide array of unique crops, including 150
varieties of heritage tomatoes. Inspired by the annual Kendall-Jackson Heirloom Tomato Festival, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, these recipes are a twist on classic favorites, delighting the palate by pairing farm-fresh tomatoes with the perfect wine. A perfect accompaniment to grilled chicken, this simple tomato and mozzarella salad is only better paired with Chardonnay. Or, for an elevated take on an old southern favorite, serve up these fried green tomatoes with a glass of Sauvignon blanc. Find more pairing tips and recipes featuring seasonal ingredients at kj.com.
Heirloom Tomato and Mozzarella Salad Servings: 4
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds heirloom tomatoes, mixed varieties 1/4 cup good quality extravirgin olive oil kosher salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup micro basil (or 1 dozen basil leaves, sliced and torn), divided 2 large balls fresh mozzarella, cut into wedges flaked sea salt Directions: Slice tomatoes into 3/4- to 1-inch thick wedges. In large bowl, add tomatoes, olive oil, kosher salt, pepper and half the basil. Toss and allow to marinate 2 minutes. Arrange tomatoes and mozzarella on serving plate, alternating each. Pour marinating liquid over tomatoes and mozzarella. Garnish with remaining basil and sprinkle with sea salt and pepper.
Fried Green Tomatoes with Delice de la Vallee Servings: 4
I ngredients: 2 large unripe green tomatoes, sliced 1/2-inch thick 1 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup cornmeal 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons rice oil (or other neutral flavored oil) 1/4 teaspoon good quality sea salt 1/4 cup Delice de la Vallee 1 ounce trout caviar, for garnish (optional) 1 ounce purslane, picked
tomato slices from buttermilk and coat with cornmeal-flour mixture.
Directions: In medium bowl, soak tomatoes in buttermilk at least 30 minutes (or as long as overnight).
Serve immediately with Sauvignon blanc. The crisp Sauvignon blanc matches the acidity in the tomatoes.
In large bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, kosher salt and pepper. Using tongs or fork, remove
Note: Fromage Blanc, cream fresh or sour cream can be substituted for Delice de la Vallee.
In 12-inch cast iron skillet, add oil and heat over medium-high heat. Place tomato slices in skillet in batches and fry until golden brown on both sides. Place fried tomatoes on paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with sea salt. Place tomatoes on serving plate and garnish with cheese, caviar, if desired, and purslane.
Crossword Puzzle Theme: The 1950s
Serve with Chardonnay. Chardonnay’s flavors of orchard fruit complement the sweetness of late summer tomatoes.
SUDOKU: Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box includes all the digits 1 through 9.
See solution on page 13
ACROSS 1. Rn, a health hazard 6. One noble or inert 9. Multitude 13. Port city in Japan 14. Pie ____ ____ mode 15. Inflict a blow 16. *Prime Minister of India in the 1950s 17. Under the weather 18. Line in London 19. *49th state 21. *Space Race starter 23. *”____ Hunt” with Lloyd Bridges 24. First one on a ship 25. PC brain 28. Diva’s solo 30. Frustration, in print 34. RIP pots 36. Ben Affleck’s 2012 Oscar winner 38. Flax fabric 40. This and the other 41. Polynesian kingdom 43. Man Ray’s art movement 44. The inner self 46. Indian Lilac 47. Units of work 48. Scale model of Earth 50. *It was on Little Anthony’s pillow in 1958 52. Grazing field 53. Spiritedness 55. African tam-___ 57. *Jackie Robinson’s and Duke Snider’s team 61. *____ Khrushchev 64. Goodbye in Spanish 65. Commotion 67. Not active 69. Haunted house sounds 70. American cuckoo 71. Rocks at mountain base 72. Gaelic 73. *Thunderbird 74. Macho guy DOWN 1. Actor/director Howard 2. Between ports 3. Willy Wonka creator
4. Ladies’ fingers 5. Post-roller coaster ride condition 6. Mother Earth, to Ancient Greeks 7. *”____ About Eve” starring Bette Davis 8. Pico de gallo, e.g. 9. Obscenity 10. Property right 11. Tiny purse or case 12. 168 hours 15. High-pitched cry 20. One of 24 in pure gold 22. “Every child. One voice.” org. 24. Ian McKellen in “X-Men” films 25. *Fulgencio Batista’s home 26. Fork tooth 27. “____ death do us part” 29. *Like imaginary curtain 31. “Park and ____” 32. Twist and distort 33. Neighbor separator?
35. Idiot, in Yiddish 37. Type of molding 39. *Aeronautics and aerospace research org. 42. Stradivari competitor 45. Mother ____, “The Sound of Music” 49. Go wrong 51. Debonair 54. *”Lucky Starr” series author Asimov 56. Kind of pie 57. Female equivalent of “sir” 58. O in B.O. 59. Buenos ____ 60. 2014 movie “____ Girl” 61. Dark, as in movie 62. *One of Ike’s two 63. Carpet layer’s calculation 66. *Crick/Watson/Franklin discovery 68. X See answers on page 13
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Send your event to editor@mycnews.com and we'll print it! EVENTS Oct. 12: Bone density screening
Bone density screening at Kisker Road Library from 6 – 8 p.m.
Oct. 13: Movie screening and discussion
“Poverty, Inc.” is an award-winning documentary that tells the story of how the aid industry primarily benefits the consultants and suppliers leaving local communities no better off, and sometimes worse off, because indigenous entrepreneurs are put out of business. Magatte Wade, one of Forbes’ “Twenty Youngest Power Women of Africa,” is committed to showing American college students how they can play a direct role in eliminating African poverty. Wade is a high-profile interviewee in the 91-minute film, and she will lead a Q&A discussion immediately following at Lindenwood University – Theater in Young Hall at 209 South Kingshighway in St. Charles with a 6:30 p.m. film viewing and 8 p.m. Q&A. Wade will also be on Lindenwood’s campus in St. Charles from 10 - 11 a.m. on Oct. 14 speaking to students in the Plaster School of Business & Entrepreneurship (lecture to be held in Harmon Hall, Dunseth Auditorium – Bldg. #8). Both the Thursday evening documentary screening and the Friday morning lecture are open to the general public and free of charge.
Oct. 13: Flu shot clinic
Community flu shot clinic at Kathryn Linnemann Library from 5 – 8 p.m.
Oct. 14-16: Theater performance
Young People’s Theatre will perform “Lumberjacks and Weddingbelles” at 7 p.m. Oct. 14; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Oct. 15; and 2 p.m. Oct. 16, in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building theater on the St. Charles Community College campus. The campus is located at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased at stchastickets.com, in the Continuing Education office in Humanities Building Room 103 or by calling 636-9228233.
Oct. 15: Trivia night
Doors open at 6 p.m. and trivia starts at 6:45p.m. at the Tri-County Citizens’ Advisory Board Halloween Trivia Night Challenge at V.F.W Post 2866-St. Charles at 66 VFW Lane in St. Charles (off old Hwy 94 between Muegge and Pralle Lane). All proceeds go toward helping keep the community safe by assisting indigent clients with grants to meet daily needs. Cost is $20 per person or $160 a table, maximum of eight to a table. Soda and water will be provided; you may bring your own food. Alcohol must be purchased at the cash bar. For more information call Esther Angelos, Treasurer, at 636-441-0329 or Missy Kruse at 636-940-3333 x269.
Oct. 15: Trivia night
A trivia night will take place at 6:30 p.m. at Wentzville Community Club at 500 W. Main St. in Wentzville. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Wentzville Parks, a501(c)3 that provides scholarships benefiting resident children by providing access to recreation and leisure activities, and Unlimited Play Jake’s Field of Dreams Playground. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and trivia begins at 7 p.m. Cost is $160 for a table of eight. This year’s trivia night is Halloween themed. There will be a costume contest (no masks please) and award for best decorated table. Register at: bit.ly/trivia_registration. Questions? Please call 636-332-9236 or email info@friendsofthewentzvilleparks.org.
Oct. 15: Trunk or treat
Trunk or Treat in WingHaven takes
place from 12:30 – 3 p.m. at Midwest Bank Centre in WingHaven. Kids, come dressed in costume and trick or treat at the trunks of area businesses. There will be clowns, bounce house, games, giveaways, food, drink, snacks and plenty of candy. Parents, bring your lawn chairs, listen to DJ music and visit with area businesses while your children trick or treat in a fun, safe environment. Prize giveaways take place at 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Help replenish our area blood supply by donating at this event. Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center will be available to take your blood donation. Also, Trunk or Treat is having a 5K and kid’s run. Register at www. peacewinghaven.org.
Oct. 18: Mercy Hospice new volunteer training
Mercy Hospice is currently seeking volunteers to offer support and comfort to patients and families in your community. Volunteers are matched with opportunities to serve according to their schedules, skills, comfort levels, and geographic areas. Volunteer opportunities include: caregiver relief, companionship, bereavement support, administrative assistance, and other opportunities. The next free three week training at the Washington office will be Tuesdays – Oct. 18, 25, and Nov. 1, 1 – 5 p.m. To register or ask any questions please contact Mercy Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Paula Minogue, at 314-729-4415 or Paula. Minogue@mercy.net.
Oct. 18: Fundraiser event
Looking for a night out on the town? Join Foundations of Love at their annual night of Indulgences from 6 – 9 p.m. at St Peters Community and Arts Center at St Peters Centre Blvd. in St Peters. This co-ed event will offer demonstrations, indulgent drinks to try as well as boutique vendors. Proceeds from the event will go to their Wishing Well Program. For more information visit http://www.foundationsoflove. org/.
Oct. 18: Theater auditions
Young People’s Theatre will hold open auditions for “A Christmas Story: The Musical” at 6 p.m. in the Daniel J. Conoyer Social Sciences Building auditorium on the St. Charles Community College campus. The campus is located at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville. Auditions are open to ages eight through 18 and will consist of a dance that will be taught, cold readings from the script and a song that will be taught. A one to two minute cutting of a Broadway repertoire song should also be prepared and accompanied by a CD or MP3 track. Children auditioning should bring tap shoes if they presently tap and shoes they can dance in and wear comfortable clothes and must be accompanied by an adult. Callbacks will be Oct. 19. The show will be performed at 7 p.m. Dec. 16-17; and 2 p.m. Dec. 17-18. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at stchastickets. com or by calling 636-922-8233.
Oct. 19: Art exhibition opening
St. Charles Community College is pleased to announce the Portraits Exhibition curated by Christine Holtz. The exhibition will be on display Sept. 26 - Nov. 4, in the Donald D. Shook Fine Arts Building on the SCC campus, located at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville. The Portraits Exhibition will feature a group of eight regional artists demonstrating a variety of approaches to portraiture. The show includes works by artists Laura S. Bailey, Jeanne Conway, Valerie Dratwick, Kelene Karetski, Sallie Day Mogerman, Giada Otten, Linda Smith and Rebecca Webb. The opening reception is from 6 - 8 p.m. Oct. 19. The exhibition is free and open to
the public. Gallery hours are 8 a.m. 8 p.m. Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday. Parking for patrons is free in the campus Blue and Yellow lots.
Oct. 19: Childbirth class
Preparation for childbirth community class at Progress West Hospital Campus in Conference Room B from 7 9:30 p.m.
Oct. 20: Flu shot clinic
Community flu shot clinic at Middendorf-Kredell Library from 5 – 8 p.m.
Oct. 20: Special needs workshop
Community Living, Inc., a premier provider of programs and services for people with disabilities in St. Charles County, will host a special educational workshop focused on long-term planning for loved ones caring for those with special needs. This free workshop, titled “Estate Planning for the Special Needs Family,” will take place at Emmaus Homes, located at 3731 Mueller Road in St. Charles. All family members, friends, guardians and other service providers of individuals with special needs are invited and encouraged to make plans to attend. The workshop will feature an expert panel that will address concerns and questions, and provide essential information on a variety of important topics, including special needs trust, securing government benefits, financial security and funding options. Participants can choose from two sessions. The first session will take place from 11 a.m. -1 p.m., with lunch provided. A second session will be held later in the day from 6-8 p.m. with dinner provided. Registration for the workshops is required. To register for one of the sessions, or for more information, contact Carolyn Hoffman, Development Coordinator for Community Living, Inc., at 636-970-2800, ext. 3022, or via e-mail at choffman@communitylivingmo.org.
Oct. 21: Haunted Park Hunt
If you’re looking for a unique date or friends’ night, sign up for O’Fallon’s “Haunted Park Hunt” for ages 21 and over. The Haunted Park Hunt will be held from 7 – 10 p.m. in Dames Park at 389 Dames Park Drive in O’Fallon. Be sure to bring a flashlight. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams who earn the most points. The cost per couple is $30 for O’Fallon residents and $36 for non-residents. Participants must register by Oct. 14; no registration will be taken at the gate. To sign up for the Haunted Park Hunt register online at www.ofallon.mo.us/ parks&rec/special-events or, register at the Renaud Spirit Center at 2650 Tri Sports Circle in O’Fallon, or the O’Fallon Parks and Recreation Administration Office at 400 Civic Park Drive. For more information, please contact staff at 636-474-2732.
Oct. 22: Craft show
Fort Zumwalt South High School presents its 26th Annual Craft Show to be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the high school at 8050 Mexico Road in St. Peters. Craft lovers will find everything from jewelry and holiday items, to wooden crafts and soaps. In addition there will be several home sales representatives like Pampered Chef, Scentsy and Tupperware just to name a few. Bake sale and concessions are also available. Proceeds benefit the high school booster club, which supports extra-curricular activities including sports, music, drama and academic groups.
Oct. 22: Quilt social bingo
All Saints Quilt Social Bingo takes place in the All Saints Parish Center at 7 McMenamy Rd. in St. Peters. Doors open at 10 a.m., bingo play starts at noon. No one under 16 admitted. Lunch will be available and there will be baby quilts for sale. For more information call 636-397-1440.
Oct. 23: Hymn festival
St. John UCC Concert Series presents a hymn festival at 3 p.m. in the sanctuary of St. John UCC at 405 S Fifth Street in St. Charles. The hymn festival will feature St. John Chancel & Adult Handbell Choirs with organ and piano. All are welcome. Contact the church office for more information at 636-946-0961.
Oct. 23: Hymn festival
Zion Lutheran Church and School invite the public to join in song at its 14th annual Hymn Festival in a program entitled, “A Thousand Voices: Hymns to the Trinity.” This singing event will feature guest organist, James Marriott, Director of Musical Arts at Concordia Seminary-St. Louis, in collaboration with Zion’s adult and children’s choirs and a special brass quartet. The Hymn Festival will be held at Zion Lutheran Church at 3866 S. Old Highway 94 in St. Charles at 3 p.m. For more information and directions, log on to www. zionharvester.org or contact Mark Thoelke, Director of Worship and Music at 636-441-7425.
Oct. 26: Childbirth class
Preparation for childbirth community class at Progress West Hospital Campus in Conference Room B from 7 9:30 p.m.
Oct. 27: Bone density screening
Bone density screening at Corporate Parkway Library from 4 – 6 p.m.
Oct. 27: Veterans town hall meeting
Veterans, service-members, National Guard, Reservist and family members are invited to participate in a town hall meeting scheduled at 5:30p.m. at Church on the Rock at 900 Birdie Hills Rd in St. Peters. The town hall will serve as an open forum for all service members and a listening session for VA leadership, with the goal of ensuring veterans, their families, and beneficiaries have the opportunity to be heard, and have their concerns addressed by senior VA officials. The town hall is open to the public, including veterans, family members, or other beneficiaries, as well as, congressional stakeholders, Veterans Service Organizations (VSO), Non-Governmental Organizations, and community partners. The Department of Veterans Affairs will hold a concurrent resource fair and will have individuals on site to answer questions about health care eligibility, applying for benefits, information on mental health services, burial benefits and much more. No registration is required and the event is free to attend.
Oct. 28: Flu shot clinic
Community flu shot clinic from 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. at Progress West Hospital Campus in Conference Room B.
Oct. 28: Mouse races
Veterans Return to Vietnam is a 501c3 tax deductible organization dedicated to paying all expenses for any former combat veteran to return to Vietnam in order to gain closure from their combat experience as wells as release from stress and trauma issue. In order to meet the financial needs of the trip this year, they will be having their second mouse races fundraiser at Knights of Columbus at 7198 5701 Highway N in St. Charles. Doors open at 6 p.m. and silent auction begins. Mouse races begin at 7 p.m Cost is $20 per person or $150 for a table of eight. There is a 10 percent discount if tickets are purchased prior to event. For tickets please call Mike Snider at 314-9528753 or Kevin or Carey Hudnutt at 636-978-3639.
Oct. 28-30: Missouri River Rendezvous
The first annual Missouri River Rendezvous will be held at Klondike Park at 4600 S. Highway 94 in the river hills and wine country of Augusta. The three-day event will focus on river
related resources, art, education, recreation, research, stewardship and commerce along the Missouri River. The purpose of the event is to connect different citizens and groups working or interested in the Missouri River to leverage their passion and knowledge for a more connected river community. Participants will have the opportunity to attend Missouri River presentations and activities in the park, take a boat ride on the Missouri River, participate in a guided hike through Klondike Park and tour nearby Augusta. In the evening, participants can make s’mores around the campfire and listen to tunes by local musicians, Gloria Attoun and Michael Bauermeister. A Halloween-themed river social will be held Saturday night. The full campground is reserved for Rendezvous participants. A mini river cleanup will be held Sunday morning. Full registration costs $75 and covers all meals and Rendezvous workshops and activities. A minimal camping fee ($8 per night) or your choice of nearby lodging is extra. You can also purchase at ticket for $30 for half day on Saturday - you choose - attend the morning workshop sessions with lunch or the evening social with dinner. Kids under 12 will receive a reduced cost of $30 for the weekend. Activities and demonstrations in the park on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. are free and open to the public. Deadline to register is Oct. 21. Details can be found online at www. bit.ly/2016rendezvous.
Oct. 29: Community festival
Halo-Wing in the Park will take place at Blvd. Park in Lake St. Louis from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Light up your world at this free community event. Enjoy games, prizes, four-by-six photo for the kids, popcorn, cocoa and live gospel music Also drawing for one girl’s and one boy’s razor bike. There will also be an audience “Candle Lighting” (candles provided). For more information visit Facebook.com/halowinginthepark.
Oct. 29: Fall festival
A fall festival takes place at 2 - 6 p.m. at Faith Baptist Church at 2310 Muegge Rd. in St. Charles. There will be a costume contest, games, prizes, bounce houses, candy, treats, free hot dogs and drinks.
Oct. 29: Craft fair
The Seventh Annual Fort Zumwalt East Grad Night Craft Fair takes place from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Fort Zumwalt East High School at 600 1st Executive Ave. in St. Peters. More information available at https://www.facebook. com/FortZumwaltEastCraftFair/.
Oct. 30: All-you-can-eat breakfast
The Knights of Columbus at St. Robert Bellarmine Church (1424 First Capitol Drive South in St. Charles) will hold an all-you-can-eat breakfast from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Breakfast includes: made to order omelets, pancakes, sausages, biscuits and gravy, juice, milk and coffee. Cost for adults is $7, children six to 11 are $4 and children five-and-under are free. In addition a blood drive will be held at the same time as the breakfast. Those who donate blood that day will receive a free breakfast. For additional information please call 636-946-6799.
Nov. 1: Bone density screening
Bone density screening at Middendorf-Kredell Library from 4 – 6 p.m.
Nov. 2: Childbirth class
Preparation for childbirth community class at Progress West Hospital Campus in Conference Room B from 7 9:30 p.m.
Nov. 2-5: Theater production
Francis Howell High School’s Limelight Theatre presents “You Can’t Take it With You,” a play by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman on Nov. 2, Nov. 4 and Nov. 5. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show begins at 7 p.m. at Francis How-
www.mycnews.com • Community News - St. Charles County • October 12, 2016 ell High School Auditorium at 7001 South Highway 94 in St. Charles. Tickets are $5.
Nov. 4: Trivia night
The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce & Industries will host its seventh annual trivia night at Trigg Banquet Center located at 300 O’Fallon Plaza in O’Fallon. Doors open at 6 p.m. and trivia starts at 7 p.m. Everyone, including the public, is invited to attend the O’Fallon Chamber’s Trivia Night presented by Country Side Flooring America. The early bird price of $175 is for a table of eight people and is available until Sept. 30, after that the price increases to $100 per table. Tables include 10 rounds of trivia, two mulligans, beer and soda; you may also bring in your favorite snacks. For more information or to register your table visit www.OFallonChamber.org/ trivia or call 636-240-1818 to reserve your spot.
Nov. 4: Community dodgeball tournament
A community dodgeball tournament will take place from 6 - 10 p.m. at Lutheran High School of St. Charles County. Teams are from ninth grade to adult. Cost is $100 per adult team, $50 per high school youth team. There will be prizes, t-shirt, concessions, awards, etc. Proceeds to benefit Grad Night 2017 and LHS Booster Club. Teams must preregister by Oct. 24 at http:// lutheranhighstcharles.com/athletics/ booster-club/events/.
Nov. 4: Trivia night
The Warren County Health Partnership will host a trivia night fundraiser. Proceeds go to support the Warren County Community Fitness Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and trivia starts at 7 p.m. Table of eight is $120 or $15 per person if paid before Oct. 4, after Oct. 4 $160 table of eight or $20 per person. There will be cash prizes, mulligans, silent auction, raffle items, 50/50, soft drinks, popcorn, and more. Prize given for best decorated table with the theme of “Your Favorite Holiday!” Outside food and drinks (BYOB) are permitted. Location is the Fitness Center at 1000 Outlet Center #2 in Warrenton. To donate an item or to sign up contact Peggy Privett at 636456-7474 or e-mail pprivett@warrencountymo.org.
Nov. 4: Fundraiser luncheon
The Crisis Nurseries of St. Charles & Wentzville invite you to the holidays at the Annual Over the Top for Tots luncheon. Shop local boutiques; and enjoy an assortment of fabulous raffle and auction items from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ameristar Conference Center. This year, the Crisis Nurseries of St. Charles & Wentzville are honoring community advocates for their dedication to child abuse prevention, and supporting their work throughout the year through in-kind and monetary donations. Over the Top for Tots benefits Crisis Nursery Healing Hearts Art Therapy Program. For more information, please contact Bonnie Define at Bonnie@crisisnurserykids.org or 314292-5770 ex. 106.
Nov. 4-6 and 11-13: Theater production
O’FallonTheatreWorks presents “The Diary of Anne Frank.” Curtain times are 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays at O’Fallon Municipal Centre (city hall) at 100 North Main St. in O’Fallon. For tickets and information call 636-474-2732. Reserved tickets are $10 for general admission, $8 for seniors (ages 55 and up) and $8 for students ages six – 17. Tickets at the box office cost an additional $2 each; the box office opens an hour before each show. Concessions will be available for purchase.
Nov. 5: Alzheimer’s education
Care and Conquer Alzheimer’s Education at Spencer Road Library from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Nov. 5: HollyBerry Fair
St. Johns United Church of Christ will hold their annual HollyBerry Fair from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Fair includes handmade crafts, silent auction, etc. Located on Wolfrum Road at Highway 94 in Weldon Spring. Bring the family for cake walk, face painting, etc. For more information call 636-926-8995 or visit www.stjohnsweldonspring.org.
Nov. 7: Bone density screening
Bone density screening at Spencer Road Library from 4 – 6 p.m.
Nov. 9: Childbirth class
Preparation for childbirth community class at Progress West Hospital Campus in Conference Room B from 7 9:30 p.m.
Nov. 10: Seminar
Community education with Dr. Quigley questions about knee pain at Middendorf-Kredell Library from 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Nov. 11: Veterans Day ceremony
A Veterans Day ceremony takes place at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Walk at 800 Veterans Memorial Parkway in O’Fallon. For more information visit www.ofallon.mo.us/veterans-memorial-walk. O’Fallon City Hall will be closed this day.
Nov. 16: Tree lighting ceremony
Gather your family for the Countdown to the Lighting of the Great Tree in the O’Fallon Municipal Centre Rotunda at 100 North Main St. in O’Fallon with Mayor Bill Hennessy from 6 – 8 p.m., and officially welcome Santa and the holiday season to O’Fallon. Enjoy holiday games, craft-making, choir music by local school children, visits with Santa and rides on the “O’Fallon Express” City Train (weather permitting). Vendors’ booths will be stocked with holiday gifts, decorations and tasty treats for sale. Admission is free, but in the spirit of giving, please bring donations of canned and boxed groceries and personal care items for distribution to local food pantries. For more information call 636-379-5614.
Nov. 18: Holiday bazaar
Immanuel Lutheran Church Wentzville, at 632 E. Hwy. N in Wentzville will host Immanuel’s Women in Mission Holiday Bazaar from 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. featuring homemade baked goods and lots of crafts. They are raffling a handmade quilt, need not be present to win. A lunch is served from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. consisting of roast beef, hot dogs, homemade chili, German potato salad, slaw and homemade pies.
Nov. 19: National Family Volunteer Day
O’Fallon families are invited to spend the morning from 10 a.m. - noon working together to strengthen our community and bring joy to others this holiday season. Registration is required and two impact projects are offered at O’Fallon Municipal Centre (city hall) at 100 North Main St. in O’Fallon. They are: sort and box food donated to the Cornucopia of Care for delivery to local pantries in time for holiday meals or decorate Thanksgiving-themed placements for citizens living in residential care facilities and homebound seniors. For more information or to register contact: 636-3795417 or volunteer@ofallon.mo.us.
Nov. 19: Choral concert
The St Louis Chordinals present “Group Therapy,” a musical extravaganza to make you feel better with special guests Banjos And Brass at 1:30 p.m. at the St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre Performing Arts Theatre at One St. Peters Centre Blvd. in St. Peters (at city hall, near Rec-Plex). Tickets are $15.
Nov 25: O’Fallon Celebration of Lights
Get into the heart of the holidays with a tour of the dazzling, nostalgic and inspiring Celebration of Lights display in Fort Zumwalt Park at 1000 Jessup Drive in O’Fallon. The display is open from Nov. 25 through Dec. 30 (closed Dec. 25), open nightly at 6 p.m. Choose your favorite way to see the sights: cruise through the park with friends or family in your own vehicle or bundle up for a city train ride, a tractor-pulled sleigh-hayride or a ride in a horse-drawn carriage or wagon. No reservations are needed to drive through the lights display, but the specialty rides must be booked at least two weeks in advance. To get the date you want, book soon. Visit www. ofallon.mo.us/celebration-of-lights for hours and costs of the drive-through (which is not available on Mondays or Dec. 13), booking information for specialty rides, etc.
Dec. 3: Free electronics and appliance recycling event
A free electronics and appliance recycling from 8 a.m. – noon at CarShield Field (formerly T.R. Hughes Ballpark) at 900 T.R. Hughes Boulevard in O’Fallon. The drop-off is free and available to all including schools, churches and businesses. Bring almost any item that has an electrical cord or takes a battery, such as household appliances, water heaters, furnaces, air conditioners, microwaves, kitchen appliances, computers, computer monitors (including CRTs), printers, keyboards, laptops, hard drives, scanners, DVDs, cell phones, pagers, fax machines, answering machines, radios, stereos, speakers, VCRs, power tools, lawn and garden equipment (all yard equipment must have gas and oil removed). Please do not bring: smoke detectors, glass lamps, light bulbs, VHS tapes or alkaline batteries. LED/LCD TVs can be dropped off, free; however, a fee will be charged for each cathode ray tube (CRT) television set.
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Dec. 4: Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day ceremony
A Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day ceremony will take place at 1 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Walk at 800 Veterans Memorial Parkway in O’Fallon. For more information visit www.ofallon.mo.us/veterans-memorial-walk.
Dec. 6: Bone density screening
Bone density screening at Deer Run Library from 4 – 6 p.m.
Dec. 10: A Day of Play
A Day of Play community event takes place from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the O’Fallon YMCA.
Dec. 12-13: The Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll
The Old-Fashioned Holiday Stroll will take place Dec. 12 – 13 from 6 –9 p.m. at Fort Zumwalt Park at 1000 Jessup Drive in O’Fallon. See the sights, hear the music and rediscover the magic of the holidays with your family on two special walk-through nights at the Celebration of Lights. Sparkling lights, unique holiday scenes and fireworks over the lake (at 7:25 p.m.) will add wonder and excitement to the night, and you can stop along the way to visit with Santa and shop for handmade gifts, hot cocoa and treats. Cost is $3 for ages three and older and parking is free. No reservations are needed, but you can avoid the line at the gate by pre-purchasing admission wristbands, which will be available Nov. 14 through Dec. 9 at the Parks and Recreation Administration Office at 400 Civic Park Drive, Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The building is across the street from Civic Park.
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Keeping it real in Hollywood with ‘Sully’ and ‘Deepwater Horizon’ Real life often is more exciting than fiction, with post-traumatic stress but Hollywood screenwriters will dress up a and the issues of becoming true story even more. Look, for instance, at “It an instant celebrity. The National TransportaCould Happen to You,” a 1994 comedy starring tion Safety Board did, however, take exception to Bridget Fonda and Nicolas Cage. Based on real their portrayal in the movie. life events, the story follows a police officer who “Deepwater Horizon,” another recent release, offers to split the proceeds from his lottery ticket looks back at the BP oil spill that went on for with a waitress in lieu of a tip. months before the oil company sealed their unIn the movie, the ticket is worth a cool $4 mildersea well. Director Peter Berg does an admilion and the cop splits the winnings with her. rable job recounting the events leading up to the This causes friction with his wife and ultimately disaster. He follows the crew members as they he marries the waitress. In truth, the police ofprepare for what should be a routine three weeks ficer, a devoted family man, split $6 million with at sea before everything goes wrong. his waitress while staying happily married to his BP executives are played as bean-counting vilwife. An unlikely love story makes for a better lains here, cutting corners in order to get their story, or so Hollywood thinks. new well up and running. Director Berg also Writer’s embellishment, as David Letterman plays up the explosion and ultimate destrucoften referenced, is fairly common, but the trend tion of the Deepwater Horizon drilling platform. seems to be shifting to more truth and less fiction. Flames and bolts whizzing by like bullets are Clint Eastwood’s impressive “Sully,” a perfect expretty constant for several minutes in the story. ample of this trend, revisits the “Miracle on the Both “Sully” and “Deepwater Horizon” have Hudson” from seven years ago. deep-seated credibility and one can forgive Berg In 2009, Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger for making his feature more of a popcorn movie. and his First Officer Jeffrey Skiles took the conHere’s hoping we see more true-life stories of this trols of a US Airways flight from New York to caliber. Charlotte, North Carolina. This should have ‘Deepwater Horizon’ photo courtesy Summit Pictures, ‘Sully’ photo courtesy Warner Bros. been a routine flight, but after striking Canadian geese, Sully had to make a water landing in the Hudson River. Except for a few Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, Caliinjuries, all 155 people on board survived. fornia, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and direcEastwood keeps this story surprisingly low-key and highly accurate. Report- tors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the edly, the in-flight dialogue between stars Tom Hanks and Aaron Eckhart matches same wide-eyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood the actual cockpit recordings. The story also captures Sully’s real-life struggles theaters.
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