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Mark Your Calendar
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 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday May 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Clothes, books, collectibles, toys, shoes, small furniture, videos.
Steak Fry at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois from 4 to 7 p.m. All profits go to support Veterans. 314-831-6121.
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.
BBQ outside during Valley of Flowers at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois, beginning at 11 a.m. Also open Saturday, May 8. Raffles, plenty of seating. Call 314-831-6121.
Flea Market at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also open Saturday, May 8. Contact Richard at 314-837-7057.
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.
Wednesday, May 11
Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois from 8 p.m. to midnight. Call 314-831-6121.
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.
Chicken Fried Steak or Meatloaf at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois from 4 to 7 p.m. Call 314-831-6121.
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.
Texas Holdem at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois, beginning at 5 p.m. $10.00 buy-in, great prizes, All profits go to support Veterans. 314-831-6121.
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.
Sip & Learn at Marygrove, 2705 Mullanphy Lane, at 5:30 p.m. Tour of the Marygrove campus, wine and beer tasting and light appetizers served. RSVP to Courtney Keough at 314-830-6209 or ckeough@mgstl.org.
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.
Pork Steaks at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Call 314-831-6121.
Tuesday, May 24
Bingo at The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. fourth Tuesday of the month. Prizes and refreshments. For information call 314-831-0988.
Wednesday, May 25
Wednesday Night Out at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois. BBQ starts at 5 p.m., raffles and Silver Wings Band 6 to 9 p.m. Call 314-831-6121.
Friday, May 27
All You Can Eat Chicken Dinner at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois, from 4 to 7 p.m. Dine In only. Call 314-831-6121.
Saturday, June 4
BBQ sponsored by Gateway Voiture #448 of 40/8 and SALON 116 (two veteran’s not-for-profit organizations) at Cabela’s, St. Louis Outlet Mall, 5555 St. Louis Mills Blvd, from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Pork steaks, bratwurst, hamburgers and hot dogs plus sides reasonably priced.
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.
