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Mark Your Calendar is a regular feature in The Independent News each issue. Items of 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.

 

Thursday, March 7

Quilting Group at St. Mark’s Methodist Church, 315 Graham Road, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Thursday. Call 314-837-9404.

 

Friday, March 8

Fish Fry March 8, 15, 22, 29 at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 3-7 p.m. All profits go to support Veterans. (314) 831-6121.

 

Saturday, March 9

Flea Market at VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tables are $10. Call Rich at 837-7057 to reserve a table.

Home-cooked breakfast at VFW Post 4105, 410 rue St. Francois at 8-10 a.m. $5 per person.

‘VANSTOCK’ fundraiser at Show-Me’s Sports Bar, 1792 N. Florissant Rd. at noon. To benefit Alkoof family and allow them to purchase a handicap van for their two children, ages 8 and 4, who are living with cerebral palsy. Raffles, 50/50 drawings, silent auction, 6 bands. Donations allowed; Showmesnw@yahoo.com

 

Sunday, March 10

Jamestown New Horizons, a not-for-profit therapeutic horseback riding program founded in 1985 to help children with disabilities, is holding training classes for adult volunteers from 1-4 p.m., in the indoor riding arena at 15350 Old Jamestown Rd. Call 314-741-5816 for information.

 

Monday, March 11

Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention

March 11-April 29

Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention classes will be held every Monday and Wednesday from 1-2 p.m. at the Florissant Senior Dining Center, located at 621 St. Francois, beginning March 11 through April 29. The cost is $60 for 15 sessions.

One in three adults age 65 years or older fall each year. A growing number of older adults have a fear of falling, and this fear limits their activities, social engagements and physical activity. As a result, older adults may experience reduced mobility, depression, social isolation, feelings of helplessness and loss of functional fitness, which increases actual risk of falling.

Tai chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention is evidence-based, and according to medical studies, has been proven to enhance the health of older adults. The goals of this program include improving balance, strength, flexibility and stamina, improving relaxation, vitality, posture and immunity, increasing functional fitness and creating a sense of achievement. For more information or to register, please call Oasis at 314-862-4859 ext. 24

 

 

Tuesday, March 12

The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr., is hosting every Tuesday at 2:15 Chair Zumba. Free and exciting chair Zumba class hosted by a certified instructor of Manna Wellness.

The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr., is hosting   The Second Tuesday of the Month Jazz Night 6pm featuring Wendy Gordon as seen on Fox 2 News.

 

Hazelwood School District Hosts Redistricting Open House/Gallery Walk

Second phase of exploring possible redistricting through community engagement and view mapping options

The Hazelwood School District Board of Education would like to engage the entire community during the second phase of exploring a possible redistricting. The District will host its last open house/gallery walk on Tuesday, March 12 from 5-6:30 p.m. at Hazelwood East High School library, 11300 Dunn Rd., to allow residents an opportunity to view the mapping options prepared by consultants. The venue will also have tables around the room to allow patrons a chance to ask questions about the proposed options and to share feedback with board members, district administrators, and consultants.

The Redistricting Open House/Map Gallery Walks will take place between 5- 6:30 p.m. Patrons may attend at any time (no formal presentations will be given). Feedback forms will be available for patrons to share thoughts or concerns with the school board. For those unable to attend, visit www.Hazelwoodschools.org, then click on the “Redistricting” tab to view mapping options. To share redistricting feedback with board members, use http://bit.ly/HSDRedistricting.

 

Beautiful-The Carol King Musical Runs March 12-17

Producers Paul Blake and Sony/ATV Music Publishing announced the North American tour of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning hit musical Beautiful- The Carole King Musical, which welcomes Dylan S. Wallach (Gerry Goffin) and Alison Whitehurst (Cynthia Weil). The two artists join Sarah Bockel (Carole King), Jacob Heimer (Barry Mann), James Clow (Don Kirshner) and Suzanne Grodner (Genie Klein). Beautiful – The Carole King Musical will return to St. Louis at the Fabulous Fox Theatre on March 12, for a limited engagement through March 17.

Long before she was Carole King, chart-topping music legend, she was Carol Klein, Brooklyn girl with passion and chutzpah. She fought her way into the record business as a teenager and, by the time she reached her twenties, had the husband of her dreams and a flourishing career writing hits for the biggest acts in rock ‘n’ roll. But it wasn’t until her personal life began to crack that she finally managed to find her true voice. Beautiful tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Beautiful features a stunning array of beloved songs written by Gerry Goffin/Carole King and Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil, including “I Feel The Earth Move,” “One Fine Day,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” “You’ve Got A Friend” and the title song.

“I am thrilled that Beautiful continues to delight and entertain audiences around the globe, in England, Japan and Australia and that we are entering our fourth amazing year of touring the U.S.,” producer Paul Blake said.

For more information and a video sneak peek, visit www.BeautifulOnBroadway.com.

The ensemble of Beautiful includes Ben Biggers, Darius Delk, John Michael Dias, Leandra Ellis-Gaston, Kaylee Harwood, Willie Hill, Alia Hodge, James Michael Lambert, Harper Miles, Dimitri Joseph Moïse, Aashley Morgan, Deon Releford-Lee, Nathan Andrew Riley, Paul Scanlan, DeAnne Stewart, Danielle J. Summons, Alexis Tidwell and Elise Vannerson.

Tickets at the Fabulous Fox are on sale now at MetroTix.com, by calling 314-534-1111 or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office. Ticket prices start at $25. Prices are subject to change; please refer to FabulousFox.com for current pricing. Beautiful is part of the U.S. Bank Broadway Series.

Show times are Tuesday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m., and Sunday at 1 p.m. There will also be a matinee performance on Thursday, March 14 at 1 p.m.

For more information and a video sneak peek, visit www.BeautifulOnBroadway.com.

With a book by Tony® and Academy® Award-nominee Douglas McGrath, direction by Marc Bruni and choreography by Josh Prince, Beautiful features a stunning array of beloved songs written by Gerry Goffin/Carole King and Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil. The show opened on Broadway at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre (125 West 43 Street) in January 2014, where it has since broken all box office records and recently became the highest grossing production in the Theatre’s history.

The Original Broadway Cast Recording of Beautiful – The Carole King Musical (Ghostlight Records) won the 2015 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album and is available on CD, digitally, and on vinyl. In addition to the current Broadway and North American Touring productions, Beautiful is also playing internationally, with productions in Japan, Australia and touring the UK.

 

 

 

Wednesday, March 13

Staying Fit! at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine

Join us every Monday and Wednesday at 1 p.m. Exercise with a certified aerobics instructor from ENVISION Home Health

 

Thursday, March 14

St. Mark’s Fashions for Food clothing sale, 315 Graham Rd., 8:30-11 a.m. All proceeds go to local food pantries. Sale is held second Thursday of each month. 314-837-9404.

Northside Art Association meets on the second Thursday of each month to paint together at the Hazelwood Community Center, 1186 Teson Rd., at 10 a.m. Call J. Frericks 314-837-5816.

 

Friday, March 15

Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Drive in Florissant, holds a Bingo Afternoon the third Friday of the month at 2 p.m. Call 314-831-3752 for info.

The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr., is hosting a Social Hour & Birthday Cake every third Friday of the month. 2:30-4 p.m. Come celebrate your birthday. Call 314-831-0988.

Chair Yoga! At St. Catherine Retirement, 3350 St. Catherine. Join us for a healthy mind and body every Friday at 1 p.m. with a certified aerobics instructor.

 

Comment Deadline is March 15

For Florissant Block Grant Plan

The 15-day comment period regarding Florissant’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for FY 2018 will end at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13.

The plan is available for review at the Florissant Government Building, 1055 rue St. Francois or on line at www.florissantmo.com on the community development web page. The public is invited to submit written comments to comara@florissantmo.com, or send to: CDBG ProgramFlorissant Government Building1055 rue St. FrancoisFlorissant, Missouri 63031

For additional information, contact Carol O’Mara, community development director at (314) 839-7680.

 

 

‘Superpower Dogs’ Opens at Science Center March 15

The latest IMAX documentary from IMAX Entertainment, Cosmic Picture and presenting sponsor Mars Petcare, Superpower Dogs, will open at the Saint Louis Science Center’s OMNIMAX Theater on March 15. From the filmmakers behind the acclaimed documentaries “Jerusalem” and “Journey to Mecca”, “Superpower Dogs” takes audiences on an immersive IMAX® adventure to experience the life-saving superpowers and extraordinary bravery of some of the world’s most amazing dogs. The film is narrated by Chris Evans (Captain America: The First Avenger, ‘Gifted’).

“Superpower Dogs” follows six real-life working dogs from around the world as well as their human partners as they brave earthquakes and avalanches, protect endangered species such as rhinos and elephants and transform the lives of people with special needs.

Audiences will discover the amazing abilities of different breeds and the astonishing science behind their superpowers. We’ll never look at our best friends the same way again! Meet the stars of “Superpower Dogs” here:

‘Halo’, a rookie puppy training to join one of the most elite disaster response teams in America;

‘Henry’, an avalanche rescue expert saving lives in the mountains of British Columbia;

‘Reef’, a Newfoundland lifeguard in the Italian Coast Guard;

‘Ricochet’, a surf and therapy legend in California who heals people with special needs;

‘Tipper and Tony’, Bloodhound brothers leading the fight to save endangered species in Africa.

“I am really happy to be part of Superpower Dogs,” said Evans. “I am a proud dog owner and completely understand the connection that humans have with these remarkable animals. I love the way this film highlights incredible working dogs who utilize their real-life superpowers to help and protect people.”

On March 14, the Science Center will debut the film to members at a special screening. In addition, the public will have the opportunity to meet Henry, one of the dogs featured in the film, at a dinner and a movie event on April 4. The event is ticketed and will include a screening of the film, dinner, two drink tickets, presentation from one of the film makers and entertainment. It is part of the OMNIMAX Dinner Series launched in 2019.

“We are so proud to share the message of Superpower Dogs with museums and science centers across the country,” said Daniel Ferguson, Writer/Director of “Superpower Dogs.”

“In addition to entertaining audiences with this grand IMAX film, we hope to highlight the important work that dogs do and we hope it helps everyone appreciate the reciprocal support that we share with these animals. They need us as much as we need them.”

Mars Petcare, one of the world’s leading pet care companies, is proud to be the exclusive presenting sponsor of “Superpower Dogs,” as the film aligns with the company’s purpose of A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS™ by spotlighting the amazing true stories of dogs with extraordinary abilities who save lives and make the world a better place.

As the presenting sponsor, several Mars Petcare brands will be actively supporting the film, including the PEDIGREE® and EUKANUBA™ dog food brands, BANFIELD™ Pet Hospital, WHISTLE™ GPS Pet Tracker and WISDOM PANEL™ Canine DNA Test. Superpower Dogs is a family-friendly film and has a run time of 45 minutes. For more information, please visit www.superpowerdogs.com

 

 

Saturday, March 16

Soroptimists Host Black Light

   Soroptimist International of Greater St. Louis, a volunteer organization for business and professional women, announced its first Black Light Bingo fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, March 16 and is looking for participants and sponsors. Sponsorship levels are Table $100, Round $200, Bar $750 and Event $1,000.

The cost to play is $35 per person and includes 10 rounds of bingo, beer, wine and soda. Additional bingo cards will be available for purchase along with raffle basket and 50/50 tickets. Participants must be 16 years old to play. Doors at the Florissant JFK Center, located at 315 Howdershell, open at 6 p.m. and play starts at 7 p.m.

Pre-registration, sponsorship payment and additional information including sponsorship benefits are available on Soroptimist’s website, Facebook and LinkedIn pages. Early registration is not required but space is limited so early registration is recommended.

SI of Greater St. Louis is part of Soroptimist International of the Americas. website: www.soroptimiststlouis.com.

 

 

50th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Downtown March 16

The 50th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place on Saturday, March 16, at 12 noon in downtown St. Louis. The parade always takes place “rain or shine.” The parade begins at noon at Aloe Plaza (20th and Market) and then travels east on Market, to its conclusion at Broadway and Clark.

This year’s parade chairman is Vince Via and the parade director is Shawn Milligan.

Regularly noted as one of the top in the country, the parade is comprised of over 120 units, including marching bands, floats, huge cartoon-character balloons, 5000+ marchers, and lots of clowns. Over 250,000 spectators regularly attend, the largest of any event in downtown St. Louis, packing the streets with smiling Irish eyes and festive green attire.

Parade route starts at 20th and Market, travels east on Market and concludes at Broadway and Clark.

 

 

 

Sunday, March 17

Hiberninan St. Patrick’s

Day Parade March 17

The Hiberninan St Patrick’s Day Parade is always held on March 17 – St Patrick’s Day and starts at Tamm & Oakland and ends at Tamm & Manchester. The new start time is 11 a.m.

The 2019 grand marshall is Bob McCulloch.

Coolers and backpacks will not be allowed in the parade route and festival. There are increased security and traffic controls in place for the 2019 Parade. The Bi-State buses are re-routed in the region during the parade as well. All outdoor events and sales close at 6 p.m.

Cell phones don’t work at the parade / festival – text messages can even take an hour (the exception may be AT&T who is setting up a drone depolyed tower) – so be sure to select meetup areas with others.

See the world famous Budweiser Clydesdales parade down Tamm Avenue on March 17 during annual St. Patrick’s Day Hibernian Parade and Dogtown Irish Festival. The Ancient Order of Hibernians has sponsored this parade since 1984 – it is always held on St Patrick’s Day. The parade is a family oriented tradition of honoring St. Patrick.

 

 

 

Monday, March 18

Staying Fit! at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine

Join us every Monday and Wednesday at 1 p.m. Exercise with a certified aerobics instructor from ENVISION Home Health

 

AAUW Holding

Human Trafficking Info Meeting

The Ferguson-Florissant branch of the American Association of University Women (North County) meeting regarding human trafficking will be Monday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Educational Building of the Immanuel UCC Church, 211Church Street, Ferguson.

What is human trafficking? Where is it happening? Who is the target market? How does a person recognize the “redflags” of human trafficking? Is there a correlation between domestic violence and trafficking?

These are some of the issues to be addressed at the presentation. Mable Davis will be the presenter; she hasextensive experience with the issue and has done considerable research on the topic. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call 314-921-7109, 314-522-0414, or 314-831-5359

 

 

Tuesday, March 19

Bingo at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Road. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., games start at 6. For more information, call 314-921-2316. Offered every Tuesday evening.

The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr., is hosting every Tuesday at 2:15 Chair Zumba. Free and exciting chair Zumba class hosted by a certified instructor of Manna Wellness.

 

Auditions Set March 19 for

Ms. Missouri Senior Pageant

Are you the face of the contemporary senior woman? Celebrating the Age of Elegance, The Ms. Missouri Senior America Pageant invites all women of 60 years or better to audition to participate in the pageant to be held July 14. Auditions will be held March 19. Visit: www.MsMissouriSenior.org

In the pageant, contestants will: Recite a 35 second personal philosophy of life, be interviewed by a panel of professional judges, model an age-appropriate evening gown, and perform a 2-minute talent presentation. A queen will be crowned, as well as a 1st and 2nd runner-up selected. After the pageant, all participants are invited to become members of the Missouri Pageant Alumnae Club (aka, Missouri Cameo Club), a non-profit, charitable organization, which is dedicated to enriching the lives of all seniors by performing showcases at senior facilities throughout the St. Louis metro area.

For more information, contact Susan Pellegrino at msmosenior@gmail.com or 314-640-5789.

 

 

Wednesday, March 20

Bingo at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Road. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., games start at 9:30. For more information, call 314-921-2316. Offered every Wednesday morning.

Karaoke at Florissant Valley VFW Post 4105, located at 410 St. Francois from 8 p.m to 12 a.m. Every Wednesday. All profits go to support Veterans. (314) 831-6121.

 

Thursday, March 21

Community Bingo every third Thursday from 2 p.m. at The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Drive, RSVP 314-831-0988. Bring a friend and get a special prize.

Music and Movement Class! At St. Catherine Retirement, 3350 St. Catherine. Join us for a relaxing hour of strengthening at 1 p.m.

Stay Well! At St. Catherine Retirement, 3350 St. Catherine. “Spring Into Fitness”                                                                                                        With ENVISION Home Health March 21 at 9:30 a.m. Complimentary breakfast at 9 a.m.                                                                                             RSVP by March 15 to 314-838-3877.

 

Tuesday, March 26

The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr., is hosting every Tuesday at 2:15 Chair Zumba. Free and exciting chair Zumba class hosted by a certified instructor of Manna Wellness.

 

St. Louis Community College to Host One More Career Fair

St. Louis Community College will host its last career fair on March 26 to connect the community with potential employers for full- and part-time positions. The career fairs are free to attend and open to the public. Participants are asked to bring resumes and dress in professional attire.

Companies representing health and wellness, banking and finance, retail, nonprofit organizations, information technology, security, state and local government, and other fields are expected to participate in the career fairs.

• Tuesday, March 26, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

St. Louis Community College at Florissant Valley Student Center,

Multipurpose Room, 3400 Pershall Road Ferguson.

Employers include Ameristar Casino, Central Bank of St. Louis, LGC Hospitality Staffing, Marygrove, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Neighbors Credit Union, Urban League and others. For questions, call Career Development at 314-513-4233. For more information and accommodation needs, contact the campus of your choice.

 

Waitress Playing 2 Weeks at Fabulous Fox March 26-April 7

Waitress will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre for a limited 2-week engagement March 26-April 7. Brought to life by a groundbreaking all-female creative team, this irresistible new hit features original music and lyrics by 6-time Grammy® nominee Sara Bareilles (“Brave,” “Love Song”), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (“I Am Sam”), choreography by Lorin Latarro (Les Dangereuse Liasons, Waiting For Godot) and direction by Tony Award® winner Diane Paulus (Hair, Pippin, Finding Neverland).

Inspired by Adrienne Shelly’s beloved film, Waitress tells the story of Jenna – a waitress and expert pie maker, Jenna dreams of a way out of her small town and loveless marriage. A baking contest in a nearby county and the town’s new doctor may offer her a chance at a fresh start, while her fellow waitresses offer their own recipes for happiness. But Jenna must summon the strength and courage to rebuild her own life. “It’s an empowering musical of the highest order!” raves the Chicago Tribune. Tickets for Waitress at the Fabulous Fox are on sale now at MetroTix.com, by calling 314-534-1111 or in person at the Fabulous Fox Box Office.

Ticket prices start at $24. Prices are subject to change; please refer to FabulousFox.com for current pricing. Waitress is part of the U.S. Bank Broadway series Show times are Tuesday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Saturday afternoons at 2 p.m. and Sunday afternoons at 1p.m. There will also be a 6:30 p.m. evening performance on Sunday, March 31 and a matinee performance on Thursday, April 4 at 1 p.m.

Don’t miss this uplifting musical celebrating friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie. For more tour information, please visit http://waitressthemusical.com

 

 

 

Wednesday, March 27

Staying Fit! at St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine

Join us every Monday and Wednesday at 1 p.m. Exercise with a certified aerobics instructor from ENVISION Home Health.

 

CultureFest

Is Coming to Christian Atrium

CultureFest 2019 will be held on Wednesday, March 27 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Christian Hospital Atrium and Parking Lot, located at 11133 Dunn Rd.

CultureFest is a celebration of the many cultures of the hospital staff, St. Louis communities and the patients. Community program booths, retail vendors, and health initiatives that promote diversity, inclusion and equity will be present.

There is a special BJC Diversity & Inclusion banner making its way across the organization in 2019 and it will be at CultureFest.

The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis Mobile Health Van will provide blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screenings.

Four 23andMe DNA ancestry kits will be given away as door prizes.

 

 

 

Friday, March 29

Chair Yoga! At St. Catherine Retirement, 3350 St. Catherine. Join us for a healthy mind and body every Friday at 1 p.m. with a certified aerobics instructor.

The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr., is hostingthe

last Friday of the Month Community Birthday Party; will have cake and entertainment.

 

Saturday, March 30

NW Health Care Spring Fest

Celebrates 15th Anniversary

A day of education and fun will be celebrated on Saturday, March 30 from 10-2 at Northwest HealthCare. 1225 Grham Road Rd. It’s all part of the 15-year anniversary and progress since its opening, including the addition of St. Louis Children’s Hospital in the Emergency Department.

Free activities include: • Educational Booths• Ask the Experts• Bubble Bus• Tours of Northwest HealthCare• BJC HealthCare’s Interactive Experiences• Food Trucks and Much More! Bicycle helmet checks will be provided free for children.

The first 200 children to register for a helmet check will receive a free helmet (children must be registered and present for the helmet check). Registration is required to receive a free helmet and recommended for the event by calling 314-747-WELL (9355).

Christian Hospital is a 220-staffed-bed community hospital located in north St. Louis County and a founding member of BJC HealthCare, one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States.

Located six miles west of Christian Hospital is Northwest HealthCare, which offers the community 24-hour emergency care and a variety of outpatient services to complement hospital services.

With both locations, Christian Hospital operates the busiest emergency department in Missouri and one of the busiest hospital-based ambulance service in the state. Christian Hospital received the St. Louis Regional Chamber’s 2018 Arcus Award for Achievement in Health for its commitment to ongoing growth, improvement, community outreach and economic opportunity. To find more, visit christianhospital.org

 

Sunday, March 31

 

McCluer North Silver Strings

TheMcCluer North High School Silver Strings program will hold a free orchestra concert on Sunday, March 31 at 5:30 p.m. at Parker Road Baptist Church, 2675 Parker Rd.

Come and enjoy the music that these select musicians will present. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience part of the musical arts program provided through the Ferguson-Florissant School District. Call 314-831-6671 for info.

 

 

 

APRIL EVENTS

 

Veteran’s Job Fair April 19 at JFK Center

On Friday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., a Veteran’s Job Fair will be hosted by the City of Florissant at the John F Kennedy Community Center, located at 315 Howdershell Rd.

The event was planned and organized by the Missouri Chapter of the Veterans Suicide Awareness Project and Florissant Valley Memorial American Legion Post 444, and sponsored by various local organizations, including the University of Missouri-St. Louis Veterans Center.

This job fair will help impact the lives of veterans and their families. Help and support is needed in the forms of volunteers to help with set up, vendor sign-in, and other needs as they arise. Food donations are also sought that could help feed the veterans and service members.

If you have any questions or would like to sign-up please email FlorissantVeteransJobFair@yahoo.com.

 

 

Veteran’s Job Fair April 19

at JFK Center

On Friday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., a Veteran’s Job Fair will be hosted by the City of Florissant at the John F Kennedy Community Center, located at 315 Howdershell Rd.

The event was planned and organized by the Missouri Chapter of the Veterans Suicide Awareness Project and Florissant Valley Memorial American Legion Post 444, and sponsored by various local organizations, including the University of Missouri-St. Louis Veterans Center.

This job fair will help impact the lives of veterans and their families. Help and support is needed in the forms of volunteers to help with set up, vendor sign-in, and other needs as they arise. Food donations are also sought that could help feed the veterans and service members.

If you have any questions or would like to sign-up please email FlorissantVeteransJobFair@yahoo.com.

 

City, VFW Post 444 to Host

Veteran’s Job Fair April 19

Mayor Thomas P. Schneider and the Commander of the Florissant Valley Memorial American Legion Post 444 William Schnarr have announced that the City of Florissant and the Florissant Valley American Legion Post 444 will be co-sponsoring a Veteran’s Job Fair on Friday, April 19, at the John F. Kennedy Center located at 315 Howdershell Road from 9 to 2 p.m. There is no cost and everyone is welcome to come.

At the event there will be employers and organizations on hand from the City of Florissant, the Florissant Police Department, Whelan Security, Amazon, Edward Jones, Schnucks, Florissant Valley Fire Protection District, Crown Services, Inc., St. Louis Metro Police Department, Black Jack Fire District, Northwestern Mutual, St. Louis Veteran’s Center and many more!

For more information you can email William Schnarr at BillSchnarr1982@hotmail.com or contact him at 1-904-703-4778.