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Thursday, April 21
Spring Book Sale at Ferguson Library, 35 N. Florissant Rd. in Ferguson, April 21-23. Open 1-7:30 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m.-5:30 Friday, and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. Includes special interest military books and audio books. Sale held in Library auditorium. For more information, call 314-521-4663.
Blood Pressure Clinic at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St., at 10:15 a.m. RSVP to 314-838-3877.
Friday, April 22
Spaghetti or Chicken Alfredo Dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support Veterans. Call 314-831-6121.
Tai Chi for Seniors at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St., every Friday at 10 a.m. Free. Reduce stress, strengthen joints and develop balance and coordination. RSVP to 314-838-3877.
Saturday, April 23
Focus on Love, Neighbors and Forgiveness at First Baptist Church – Ferguson, 333 N. Florissant Road, from 2 to 4 p.m. Hear Alex Nsengimana share the story of his escape from Rwanda and receiving a shoebox from Operation Christmas Child that brought him to faith in Jesus. Organized by the St. Louis Area Team for Operation Christmas Child. Free.
Trivia Night Fundraiser for TEAM at the parish hall of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 751 N. Jefferson St, sponsored by Florissant License Office – Florissant Rotary Club. Doors open at 6:15 p.m., trivia at 7. Entry fee $200 per table, max. 8 per team. Contact Pat Piotrowicz at p.piotrowicz1@yahoo.com for payment.
Trivia Night and Silent Auction at Our Lady of the Holy Cross Church, 1022 Baden Ave., Baden. $15 per person or $90 for table of six, $120 for table of 8. Light snacks included. Bring your own food, beer, wine, BYOB. Doors open at 6, trivia starts at 7. For reservations, call Judy Lydon (314-261-5714) or Becky Delgado (314-346-5355).
Salad/Bingo Luncheon at American Legion Unit Post 444, 17090 Old Jamestown Rd., at noon. Cost $12. Lunch, bingo, silent auction, raffle, 50/50 drawing, attendance prizes all afternoon. Profits help support Veterans projects and activities. RSVP to 314-868-3612.
Annual Chili Cook-Off at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 315 Graham Road. Doors open at 4 p.m., judging begins at 5. Free admission, no entry fee. First place for chili $150, 1st place for dessert $100, children’s dessert competition 1st place $50. Refreshments and fun. To register contact Jill at 314-695-4490 or jill.a.simmons@gmail.com.
Tuesday, April 26
“Musical” Happy Hour with Brian Fogg & Friends at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St., at 10:30 a.m. Join us for Friends and Music. RSVP by April 22 by calling 314-838-3877.
Wednesday, April 27
Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois from 8 p.m. to midnight. All profits go to support Veterans. Call 314-831-6121.
Friday, April 29
All You Can Eat Chicken Dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 St. Francois from 4 to 7 p.m. Dine In only. All profits go to support Veterans. Call 314- 831-6121.
Saturday, April 30
Trivia Night at St. Barnabas’ Episcopal Church, 2900 St. Catherine St. Doors open at 5:30, trivia begins promptly at 6:30. Cost $160 per table of up to 8 people. Light snacks and soda provided. No BYOB. Cash prizes for first and second place. Silent auction, games and raffles. To reserve a table, call Marlene at 314-837-7113.
Monday, May 2
Exercise with Pavan at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. Free classes led by a licensed Physical Therapist using weights and resistance bands (provided). Mondays and Wednesdays 1 p.m. RSVP at 314-838-3877.
Wednesday, May 4
Exercise with Pavan at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. Free classes led by a licensed Physical Therapist using weights and resistance bands (provided). Mondays and Wednesdays 1 p.m. RSVP at 314-838-3877.
Thursday, May 5
Blood Pressure Clinic at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St., at 10:15 a.m. RSVP to 314-838-3877.
Friday, May 6
Annual Spring Sale at St. Stephen Episcopal Church, 33 N. Clay in Ferguson (corner of Darst and Clay). Friday 5/6 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday 5/7 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lots of items at below “Goodwill” prices! Clothes, books, collectibles, toys, shoes, small furniture, videos.
Tai Chi for Seniors at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St., at 10 a.m. Free. Reduce stress, strengthen joints and develop balance and coordination. RSVP to 314-838-3877.
Saturday, May 7
Mammography Van at James J. Eagan Center, #1 James J. Eagan Drive, from 9 a.m. to noon. If additional scheduling is needed, some afternoon appointments may be arranged. Women should check with their insurance provider to verify benefits and eligibility. Schedule appointments at 314-996-5170 or 800-870-5731. Bring insurance card, physician’s name/phone number, and identification. Those without insurance can check with Theresa at 314-956-9829 to see if they qualify for a free mammogram.
Monday, May 9
Exercise with Pavan at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. Free classes led by a licensed Physical Therapist using weights and resistance bands (provided). Mondays and Wednesdays 1 p.m. RSVP at 314-838-3877.
Friday, May 13
Dismiss the Myths – An informative open panel discussion at the Villa at Riverwood, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Discover the truth about independent senior living, supportive services, funeral homes, aging in place and hospice. Seating is limited; RSVP with Shari at 314-839-5000.
Saturday, May 14
Flavors of 5-Star at The Villa at Riverwood from 1:30-3 p.m. Featuring salads to taste. Seating is limited; RSVP at 314-839-5000.
Thursday, May 19
Blood Pressure Clinic at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St., at 10:15 a.m. RSVP to 314-838-3877.
Stay Well: Living with Arthritis at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St., at 9:30 a.m. Complimentary breakfast at 9 a.m. RSVP by Thursday, May 12 to 314-838-3877.
Friday, May 20
Free Dinner and a Movie at The Villa at Riverwood. Dinner at 5 p.m, movie “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” begins at 6. Seating is limited; RSVP at 314-839-5000.
Saturday, June 25
Duck Races at Koch Park Family Aquatic Center, 305 Howdershell Road, beginning at 10 a.m. Prizes include 1st place, $250; 2nd place, $150; 3rd place, $75. You need not be present to win. Purchase Duck Keychains for $5. Ten percent of the proceeds donated to Jaycees Alumni Scholarship Foundation.
Mark Your Calendar is a regular feature in The Independent News each issue. Items of a general interest from non-profit and fraternal groups will be published if received at our office by mail, fax or e-mail by 4 p.m. Friday prior to the next edition.
