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Now online at www.boonecountryconnection.com Vol. 22, Iss. 8 Since July 2000 August 2021 Augusta Emporium Ribbon Cutting Ceremony July 1

By Diane Cannon Pieowarczyk

he Augusta Emporium located at 5595 Walnut Street is the first to open of the several buildings undergoing renovation by David and T Jerri Hoffmann as part of the Hoffmann Family of Companies $100 million investment in Augusta. The revamped general store marked the occasion with a well-attended ribbon cutting in the company of business leaders, city officials, Chamber of Commerce members, visitors and guests. David Hoffmann, owner, with his wife Jerri beside him, cut the ceremonial ribbon. In recent years the Emporium had operated as an antique store and in its new adaptation will serve visitors with sundries, wine, and food. Local produce and fresh eggs are featured near the entrance. One can purchase cheese, crackers and meats for alfresco picnicking to enjoy at the local wineries. Wines from the Hoffmann owned wineries are available along with a curated mix of decor and gifts. The Emporium has been repainted and freshened up; but the renovated interior retains its early nineteenth century charm with 14’ high ceilings, the original tin Town board members, Chamber of Commerce members, visitors and ceiling tiles and finds like the antique counter sourced from the Antique guests joined in as David Hoffmann, with his wife Jerri beside him, Continued on Page 16 cut the ceremonial ribbon.

Missouri Bicentennial Bash & Augusta Harvest Festival September Commemoration August 7 17 ­18

t’s Missouri’s 200th Birthday! Come celebrate all the incredible he Augusta history, achievements and fascinating people that the Show-Me State Harvest Festival I has to offer. You’re invited to this signature statewide event at the T begins on Friday, place where our statehood began: the First Missouri State Capital Historic September 17, 2021, at Site, 200 S. Main Street, St. Charles, MO 63301 on August 7, 2021 from 10 6:00 p.m. with “Swingin’ a.m. to 8 p.m. Some of the event plans include — a parade, community in the Vines”, a gourmet picnic, historical reenactors and encampments, Plein air art activities, a picnic at Honey Bee Bicentennial cake decorating competition and much more. For more Vineyard, a private information on this free, family-friendly event call 636-940-3322. vineyard estate located This is one of many events MO State Parks is hosting. To see a in Augusta. Take a ride on a pumpkin wagon, collect your picnic basket complete list of bicentennial-related events visit mostateparks.com/ for two, select your (included) bottle of wine, enjoy a port tasting in a event/90676/missouri-bicentennial-bash-and-commemoration. More historic wine cellar and dance under the stars to a live band. This will Bicentenniel events and history of Missouri can be found at: be an enchanting evening – come join us! All-inclusive cost of the missouri2021.org. The Missouri Timeline page under the "About" section is evening is $100 for two people. Tickets at augusta-chamber.org. very informative and worth a read. Continued on Page 14 NMSR and NMCC Joint Golf Augusta Community Rummage Sale Tournament August 7th at Ebenezer UCC Sept. 18

ew Melle Sports and Rec and the New Melle Chamber of benezer United Church of Christ in Augusta, MO will host a Commerce will once again team up to host a combined golf Community Rummage Sale on the church grounds on Saturday, N tournament on Saturday, August 7, 2021. The tournament will be E Sept. 18, 2021, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Area residents are invited to held at the Golf Club of Wentzville, 9 Pro Shop Drive, Wentzville, MO. rent a table/space for $25 and bring their items to sell. This event will Proceeds will support scholarships offered by the New Melle be held in conjunction with the Annual Augusta Harvest Festival which Chamber of Commerce and youth sports programs at New Melle Sports will feature a parade in town and family-friendly activities throughout and Recreation. The 4-person scramble will feature beer, soda, and the day. To reserve a table, please call Marj at 636-887-1800. The church water on the course and a steak dinner by B Hall’s Bar and Grill. The is located at 5541 Walnut Street. cost is $100 per person. Shotgun start at 7:30 a.m. Sponsorship opportunities include the Early Bird Ace Level Sponsorship — $500 (one foursome, one hole sponsorship and 4 mulligans) and hole sponsorships — $150. Augusta's Tailgate Thursdays Please come out and join us and have a great time. Make a lifetime ugusta’s Tailgate Thursdays will come to a close for the season of difference for the children of our community through scholarships after the August 26th event. Bring your own blanket and/or and youth sports. chairs from 6-8 p.m. at Harmonie Verein, 5333 Hackman Rd., Late registration ends August 6, space is limited. Register at A Augusta. Enjoy the free music! Spend time with Old Friends! Make New newmellesportsandrec.com. Friends! Everyone is welcome! Thursday, August 12, enjoy a “Picnic at the Beach” with a shrimp Save the Date: September 12, 14th Annual K of C boil and coleslaw, wine, beer, soda and water. Music by the Hannah Journey for Charity Tractor Cruise. Grey Duo. The last in the series, August 26, will be a "Summer BBQ" with hamburgers, brats and home made chips, wine, beer, soda and water. Music by Schmitt and Weisguth. Mark your calendars and don't miss the last two Tailgate Thursdays of the season. Come out and enjoy a night out with food, music and friends. Details are subject to change so check “Upcoming Events” at www.augustaharmonieverein.org for the latest details.

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2 Paul Ballmann Memorial Benefit Golf Kids’ “Best of Augusta” Photo Contest Tournament August 14 ere we go again! All kids, 12 & under, are invited to participate in the KIDS’ “BEST OF AUGUSTA” PHOTO CONTEST from now he annual Paul Ballmann Memorial Benefit Golf Tournament through September 30. Contest photographs highlight the Town will be Saturday, August 14, 2021 at Warrenton Golf Course. The 3- H of Augusta and its unique features. person scramble begins with a shotgun start at 7 a.m. $100 per T NEW BEGINNINGS is the preferred category for this fall contest. person, three flights, Closest to the Pole contest and $1690 in cash prizes. Take creative photos of a new business in Town, of new spider webs, of Breakfast sandwich, deep fried chicken, beer and soda included. a new paint job or picture, of new autumn leaves, of new construction, Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the Jeff and Mary Bollmann of produce that is freshly picked, of new wine, of new memories on the Family, Kristian McDonald, Brett Vandegriffe Family, and the Jacob and Katy Trail, and anything else that reflects the newness of nature or Rachel Alexander Family. To sign up, donate, or for more information manmade newness. call: 636-433-5406, 636-433-5672, 636-221-2530 or 636-358-3440. Photographs are judged on their composition, their clarity, and how well they illustrate the uniqueness of Augusta. Local photographers and artists judge the submissions. St. Paul's UCC, Defiance to Host Once you have chosen your favorite picture print it on photo Farmer's Market August 14 paper. Then go to the Town website: www.townofaugustamo.org and print an entry form to fill in. Once you have a completed entry form ate summer is when the produce is overflowing from many local and one photo that you would like to enter, please mail it to: gardens and the members of St. Paul's UCC in Defiance are eager to KIDS’ “BEST OF AUGUSTA” PHOTO CONTEST; PO BOX 42; L share their bounty. The church will host a Farmer's Market on AUGUSTA, MO 63332 August 14, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., in the parking lot (located at 150 This year’s prizes are still being determined. Check the website for Defiance Road). Aside from garden produce, church members will also updates. Remember to take your best shot! have farm-fresh eggs, baked goods and handmade items available for sale.

Red Tree Church Grand Opening August 15

ed Tree Church is excited to be a part of the New Melle area and welcomes the entire community to our Grand Opening Sunday, R August 15 at 10 a.m. with a free lunch immediately following the service. Activities will include; a giant water slide, bounce houses, a dunk tank, corn hole, spike ball, horseshoes and more. We are located at 4900 Highway D, New Melle. See page 22 for more information.

9­11 Memorial Service at IHM

his year marks the 20th anniversary of the 9-11 attacks. On September 11, 2001, 19 militants associated with the Islamic T extremist group al Qaeda hijacked four airplanes and carried out suicide attacks against targets in the United States. Two of the planes were flown into the twin towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, a third plane hit the Pentagon just outside Washington, D.C., and the fourth plane crashed in a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Almost 3,000 people were killed that day. Among them were 344 firefighters, 72 law enforcement officers, and 55 military personnel. * On Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, in New Melle, invites the community to a memorial service of prayer and songs honoring those who perished, with special intentions for the first responders who died while trying to save others. The service will be held in the church at 7 p.m. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend. * Sources: Wikipedia and History.com

FOCUS Marines Foundation’s Signature Fundraising Event Mess Night — St. Louis, October 2nd Tickets go on sale August 1st! www.focusmarines.org

3 Friends Foundation Golf Don "Jerz" Joerling Hog Raffle Tournament, September 10 Winners & Thank You

he Friends Foundation 11th Annual Charity Golf Tournament e want to give a big thank you to Rick and Dean Rehmeier for which benefits adults and children with developmental their generous contribution to the Don "Jerz" Joerling benefit T disabilities will be Friday, September 10, 2021, at the Warrenton W of the whole hog that was raffled off in 2 drawings for 1/2 Golf Course, 24805 S. Hwy. 47 in Warrenton. Three-player team hog each. scramble, $100 per player (early registration by 08/20/21 or late One half was won by Jim and Jackie Blair and the other was won registration is $125.) Registration begins at 9 a.m. with shot gun start at by Jerry Bruns. Thanks again to everyone who donated and/or 10 a.m. supported the benefits. Fee includes: 18 holes, cart and green fees, lunch and steak dinner We are sincerely grateful, and beverages on the course (beer, soda and water.) Reception and Don and Mary Joerling awards ceremony following the tournament. Competitions are men’s and women’s longest drive and closest to the pin. $1500 in total prizes (based on 100 players) , 1st - 3rd place for prize money in 4 flights. Form your own team or the organizers can help pair you. Dinner-only tickets are available for $25 per person. See the enclosed registration form and flyer for more information or email: Lee Paridy at [email protected] or Jerry Wallach at [email protected] or Lynne Unnerstall at [email protected]. The Friends Foundation is dedicated to providing the needs and enjoyment of the clients they serve in Franklin and Warren counties. All monies raised go directly to support individuals who have developmental disabilities in living, learning and working in their communities. Past years' funded services and benefits include: Special Olympics entry fees, equestrian therapy, communication devices, home appliances as well as everyday essentials. L­R: Dean Rehmeier, Mary and Don "Jerz" Joerling, and Rick Rehmeier. Photo courtesy of Brad Schwerdt.

Arlie Schemmer 90th Birthday

amily and friends surprised Arlie Schemmer on his 90th birthday (July 3) with a party a Femme Osage U.C.C. Fellowship Hall on F Saturday, June 26. Arlie said, "I was really surprised! Thank you to all who came. It was really nice!"

4 Halcyon Spa, Salon and B&B Celebrates 20th Anniversary

alcyon Spa, Salon and B&B is celebrating 20 years in business this August. The team would like to say “thank you” to all its H clients for making them a successful and thriving small business since 2001. Halcyon will hold an open house on Sunday, Aug. 1 from 1-4 p.m. “We invite you to celebrate this milestone with us. We’ll have tea samples and door prizes,” says spa owner Kathy Kessler. Halcyon also will host a 90-minute slow flow yoga practice at Noboleis Vineyard on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 9:30 a.m., continuing the Barefoot in the Vineyard Yoga tradition. Halcyon is located in the renovated historic mill, circa 1924, in downtown Augusta, MO. Halcyon offers health and wellness products as well as spa services including massage, bodywork, facials, body wraps and sugar scrubs. The spa team consists of five massage therapists, Amanda Brinker, Kara Marvel, Nicole Harvey, Melissa Hess and Jennifer Webb, and esthetician Aubree Kitchell. A salon on the second level offers hair and nail services with stylists Stacy Keiser and Jill Forbes; and nails by Pam Fleer. The lowest level features a 400+ sq. ft. B&B guest room. Owner Kathy Kessler and yoga teacher Mellisa Scaccia provide daily virtual yoga practices on Zoom. In addition, Kessler has created a YouTube Channel called Barefoot in America with simple, free 20- minute practices. The name was chosen as a spin-off from the Barefoot in the Vineyard series, which Kessler launched with Noboleis Vineyards and other local wineries six years ago. In 2019, Kessler moved to Sedona, Arizona to take a full-time physical therapy position at the Western Myofascial Release Treatment Center. Kessler continues to live in Sedona and manage the business from afar, regularly connecting with the Halcyon Spa team. She will be in Augusta 3 1/2 weeks this summer to celebrate 20 years of Halcyon Spa in her hometown. Kessler said the heart and soul of her professional career has been being the spa owner, a massage therapist and yoga instructor, along with practicing Myofascial Release therapy. “I am elated to be back in Augusta seeing friends, family and clients for a short stay. I look forward to the future of Halcyon Spa, and I am ever grateful for the spa team for sharing in the vision of health, wellness and service of our clients,” she said. For more information call 636-228-4110, email: [email protected], or visit www.halcyonaugusta.com.

5 OLI Luncheon for Life Sept. 23 Augusta Community Rallies for Area Food Pantries ur Lady's Inn with host their annual Luncheon for Life on Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021 at Defiance Ridge Vineyards, 2711 Hwy. n these trying times, Augusta area Churches and organizations 94 South, Defiance, MO, starting at 11 a.m. This will be a fun O raised $800 plus collected 12 large boxes of nonperishable food afternoon featuring food, friends and a Kendra Scott pop-up jewelry items in support of the Augusta Community Outdoor Food Pantry, store. The event will be set up for social distancing in a beautiful, airy I St. Vincent de Paul Pantry in New Melle and The Southern Warren & St. pavilion setting. Tickets are $50 per person, or $400 for table of 8. Charles County Food Pantry in Marthasville. Sponsorships available for $100 (event signage), $250 (4 tickets plus The collection was sponsored by Ebenezer UCC, Immaculate signage), $500 (8 tickets, event signage, special recognition on website Conception, & Christ Lutheran churches. Thanks to the many and a bracelet for each person at your table) and $1000 (two tables of 8, businesses that let us place collection cans in their facilities. two bottles of wine per table, event signage, special recognition on The Augusta Community Food Pantry Collection is an annual website, and bracelet for each person at your tables.) Menu choices will event so watch for collection cans and food boxes next year. include chicken salad, pulled pork or veggie wrap. Reservations are due Many thanks to all who donated items, money and time to make Sept. 17th and are confirmed with payment. To sponsor or register the Food Drive a success. online visit ourladysinn.org, or call 314-736-1544 for more information.

Public Hearing on Hopewell Road Development Rescheduled to August 5 Check agenda updates at: www.ofallon.mo.us

L­R: Diane Pieper, Robert Aholt, Glen Jasper, and Jan Mallinckrodt.

Save the Date: October 2, 2021 ­ Fall into Fashion Show

6 George Schmidt Appreciation Award BDHS presents, "Steamboat Disasters of the Lower Missouri River" by t the New Melle Viking Elite baseball picnic on July 13th, James Erwin August 30 A George Schmidt received recognition for his many years he Boone Duden Historical Society will volunteering with youth sports. He present a program, "Steamboat Disasters of was presented with a plaque that read: T the Lower Missouri River" by James Erwin “Legendary Coach George Schmidt. on Monday, August 30 at 7 p.m. at St. Paul's UCC Thank you for over 40 years of service in Marthasville, Missouri (103 S 2nd St.). This to Youth Sports in New Melle.” program is free and open to the public. George, for the past 40 years, has James Erwin is a retired attorney who spent much of his free time, beyond practiced law in St. Louis for 38 years. He is the work and family time, providing some author and co-author of books on the Civil War form of support, coaching and in Missouri, the history of St. Charles, steamboat volunteerism to the New Melle and disasters, and true crime in Missouri. Erwin is a frequent speaker on the Francis Howell sports community. Michael Reth, Coordinator of the Civil War and local history. Currently, he is vice-chair of the Kirkwood Viking Elite program, said “We were lucky enough to have George (Missouri) Arts Commission, president of the St. Louis Civil War participate in the first year of Viking Elite Sports Academy, first as a Roundtable, and treasurer of the Unbound Book Festival. coach in Winter Camp and then throughout the spring baseball season. During the nineteenth century, 300 boats met their end in the During winter camp, many of the parents shared stories of how ‘Coach steamboat graveyard that was the Lower Missouri River, from Omaha, George was part of their youth sports experience growing up in New Nebraska, to its mouth a few miles north of St. Louis. Although derided Melle.’ It was an honor to have him part of our coaches group within as little more than an “orderly pile of kindling,” steamboats were in this new program.” fact technological marvels superbly adapted to the river’s conditions. George has always been willing to lend a hand, whether coaching, Their light superstructure and long, wide, flat hulls powered by high- keeping score, volunteering at New Melle Sports and Rec Work-Days pressure engines drew so little water that they could cruise on “a heavy and much, much more. You can also find him watching many of the dew” even when fully loaded. But these same characteristics made Francis Howell teams compete throughout the season. He has influenced them susceptible to fires, explosions, and snags (tree trunks ripped many baseball and softball players over the years, and probably no one from the banks, hiding under the water’s surface). And the river held more than his son Justin, who has been a high school coach for over 15 other dangers–disease, crime, and (in time of war) guerrillas. Historian years in the Francis Howell School District. and author James Erwin tells the story of the perils steamboats, their Reth said, “George has been an instrumental part of the athletic passengers, and their crews faced on every voyage. community for decades and we felt it was time he received proper recognition for this accomplishment. From all of us at Viking Elite and the surrounding communities – Thank you, George, for all your years of service!”

7 VFW Awards Certificates of On Sunday, June 13, 2021, Mark "Porky" Joerling – Porky Joerling Trucking; and Pam Joerling – Tidd Realty were presented with Appreciation certificates of appreciation for providing free fish dinners for veterans who attended the 2021 Friday Night Lenten Fish Fries at Post 5651. hiemann-Tidd VFW Post 5651 recently presented four certificates of appreciation/recognition. On Memorial Day, May 31, 2021, Boy T Scout Troop 856 was recognized for 18 years of participation in the VFW Post 5651 Memorial Day Ceremonies and 10 years of assisting in the annual flag decoration of Veterans graves in area cemeteries. The Troop was recognized for its willingness to assume the task of proper decoration of Veterans’ graves for the past ten years, especially in the pandemic year of 2020 when even government cemeteries were not decorated. Past and present Scoutmasters’ leadership and guidance were recognized as well as parental participation. Above all, the Scouts were recognized as proving themselves to be “fine patriotic citizens in the best traditions of scouting.”

Brad Schwerdt (right) presenting Mark “Porky” Joerling with two certificates of appreciation – one for Porky Joerling Trucking and one for Pam Joerling – Tidd Realty.

Accepting on behalf of Troop 856 were (L­R) Olin Eldridge, Aden Eldridge, Tyler Stiern and Eric Stiern; with Post 5651 Post Commander Stan Wisdom. Note: The Stiern family was also presented with a blue star banner for having a family member in active service.

Also on May 31st, a certificate was presented to Raymond Welge for "Meritorious and Distinguished Service in Furthering the Aims and Ideals of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States." Commander Stan Wisdom said Welge had been his “right-hand man” for the past several years, “He’s helped me a lot, and he gives us guidance all the time” Speaking specifically to Welge, Wisdom said, “I want to thank you for everything you’ve done for us, and everything you keep doing for us.”

Ray Welge, left, and Post 5651 Post Commander, Stan Wisdom.

8 Augusta Ramble Concerts Return to Harmonie Verein October 23

ugusta Ramble, the organization A dedicated to bringing exciting, quality music concerts to Augusta, MO, in conjunction with Harmonie- Verein/Augusta Heritage Foundation, is proud to announce its fall season. The lineup includes Miss Jubilee and the Yas Yas Boys on Saturday, October 23, Dennis Stroughmatt et L’Esprit Creole on Saturday, November 13 and Ivas John Band on Saturday, December 11. Based in St. Louis, MO, Miss Jubilee and the YAS YAS Boys play an energetic blend of low-down blues, hokum and hot jazz from the 1920s and 30s. Their one-of-kind repertoire draws heavily from the female blues singers who helped define the genre. From Bessie Smith and Victoria Spivey, to the more obscure Merline Johnson and Lil’ Johnson, Miss Jubilee revives this music with a joy and effortless authenticity. Led by the powerhouse vocalist Valerie Kirchhoff, the band is fueled by barrelhouse pianist Ethan Leinwand, bassist Richard Tralles, and a gutbucket horn section led by Kenneth Cebrian (trumpet). Fingers and bow flying, Dennis Stroughmatt takes listeners on a musical odyssey not so different from his own musical journeys into Upper Louisiana Creole Culture. Taught to play fiddle by local Creole fiddlers Roy Boyer and Charlie Pashia in the tradition of their fathers, Dennis gradually became an adopted son of the French Midwest Creoles living along the Mississippi River near St Louis. A vibrant blend of Celtic, Canadian and Old Time sounds, this music bridges the gap between contemporary Canadian and Louisiana Cajun styles. Preserved by families in the Ozark foothills, the music remains largely intact and true to the traditions that have been passed down for over three centuries. If in the soul of a true artist, lay the marriage of opposites, then an exemplary artist does Ivas John make. A throwback and an innovator. A musician with local roots and worldly chops. A purist who can play the dirtiest blues. Ivas John is a musician’s musician. He has a style of effortless authenticity that is both a breath of fresh air and a link to days of yore, imbued with the same sense of timelessness as the shores of the Mississippi River he now calls home. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. Admission is $10. The Harmonie Verein, located at 5333 Hackman Road, Augusta, MO 63332, serves beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks. For additional information visit Augusta Ramble @augustaramble on Facebook.

9 St. Vincent de Paul School News Ages & Stages 2021 Graduating Class

August n June 15, 2021, Ages and Stages held the 2021 Graduation 16 St. Vincent Open House Mass, 6:00 p.m. Ceremony. We are so proud of each and every one of our 16 St. Vincent Open House at School, 7:00 p.m. O students! We have had the pleasure of watching most of our 18 St. Vincent first day of school dismissal, 11:45 a.m. graduates grow up from the infant/toddler room. They have learned so much, left lasting impressions and made lots of friends. There is still time to enroll in our amazing school! Congratulations Ages & Stages Class of 2021! 13495 S. State Hwy. 94, Marthasville, MO. For more information contact us at 636-433-2466.

Back row L­R: Norah, Avery, Peyton, Hollis. Front row L­R: Nina, Liam, Jordan, Kinley. Not pictured: Alexis

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10 Augusta Elementary PTO 9th Annual Virtual Cemetery Tour Acknowledges Dinner Auction Event November 6 Prominent Missourians

he Augusta Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) 9th n honor of Missouri’s 200th Anniversary of Statehood, the St. Annual Dinner Auction will be held on Saturday, November 6, Charles County Bicentennial committee, Lindenwood University T 2021, at the Augusta Harmonie Verein Cultural Arts Center I and the St. Charles County Historical Society have joined forces (formerly known as the Augusta American Legion Hall.) Doors open at to create a virtual tour of cemeteries in St. Charles County with 5:00 p.m. with dinner served around 7:00 p.m. The live auction begins biographies, images, and information about gravesites of historical around 8:15 p.m. figures. This year, the PTO is very excited to again feature the culinary St. Charles County is home to the burial sites of some of the skills of Chef Patrick Long of Mosaic Cafe and Catering, Washington, most prominent individuals in Missouri History. From Revolutionary Missouri. The evening’s menu will lend itself to honey-infused dishes, War heroes to United States Senators, this project highlights highlighting the “Honeybee” theme, which the school will also be using Missourians from the 18th-, 19th-, and 20th-century. as its Positive Behavior Incentive System (PBIS) throughout the Twelve Cemeteries are featured in the tour: Black Walnut upcoming school year. Teachers and staff will be emphasizing phrases Cemetery near the former community of Black Walnut in like “Bee Humble…Bee Kind...Bee Thoughtful…Bee Caring…Bee Yourself.” northeastern St. Charles County; St. John’s United Church of Christ at The Dinner Auction Tickets are $35 each, for ages 21+, and include a full Cappeln, west of New Melle; David Bryan Farm Burying Ground on open bar. Boone Monument Road near Marthasville; Francis Howell Cemetery The Augusta Elementary PTO is seeking live and silent auction in the Busch Wildlife Area; Mt. Zion Cemetery along Hwy. K in donations, as well as gold, silver, and bronze level sponsorships from O’Fallon, near the Mexico Loop Road East; Oak Grove Cemetery – the local business community. If your business would like to 2700 West Clay in St. Charles; the Old Walker Cemetery behind Holt contribute to this worthwhile cause, please email High School in Wentzville; Pitman Cemetery along John Pitman [email protected] for more information. Drive in Cottleville; Sage Chapel Cemetery along Veterans Memorial Within the first eight years, and with the kind and generous Parkway east of Hwy. K in O’Fallon – established by members of the support from the community, the PTO has raised over $157,000 to be put African Methodist Episcopal Church; Linn and South Linn toward technological enhancements, classroom improvements, and Cemeteries at I-70 and Route Z in Wentzville; St. Charles Borromeo playground improvements for all of the deserving students at Augusta Catholic Church Cemetery on Randolph Street in St. Charles, and the Elementary School, located within the School District of Washington, Thomas Howell Cemetery on S. Hwy. 94 near Francis Howell High Missouri. School. Augusta Elementary School currently serves about 120 students and The tour contains a wealth of interesting stories and historical families in southwestern St. Charles County. The PTO's mission is to information about numerous people that played significant roles in continually seek to improve and enhance the student learning the early years of St. Charles County and beyond. It is well worth experience at Augusta Elementary. For more donor information or taking a look at and can be accessed at: https://arcg.is/1rPHei. One ticket sales, please call Jodi at 314-265-8347 or Trisha at 636-357-4535, or of the featured cemeteries, Pitman Cemetery, has an additional story email [email protected]. on pg. 12, "Historical Pitman Cemetery Gets a Facelift." Also, visit missouri2021.org for more great history about Missouri's Sign up for the email updates to see new articles that Bicentennial. have been posted (only 1 email per day) at www.boonecountryconnection.com

11 Historic Pitman Cemetery beautiful front entrance gate. All through construction, the Lombardo Homes removed brush, cut down dead trees, mowed the grass and took Gets a Facelift care of the cemetery. The local Saint Charles Chapter of the DAR annually cleans the cemetery he Pitman Cemetery in Cottleville, resting with the help of Lombardo Homes and the City of place of one of St. Charles’ Revolutionary Cottleville. Because of the efforts of Scott Lewis, T War Veterans, is getting a facelift. Jacob’s the importance of the area was not forgotten. Ladder (stonesdoneright.com), a well-known “We are fortunate that individuals and cemetery restoration company has started the groups like the DAR, Boone-Duden Historical process of restoring Pitman to its former elegance. Society and the City of Cottleville have kept Penny Pitman, a descendant of Thomas Pitman, track of these early settlers, who included the brother of John Pitman, the Revolutionary Revolutionary War veterans, and preserved their War Veteran, spearheaded the effort to restore graves. This is a family burying ground that and fix the stones. She contacted other family might have been destroyed without that members and interested parties and received attention,” said Penny Pitman. support from the City of Cottleville, Pitman It is believed that about 30 people are buried Funeral Homes, Jim Pitman, and Eric Pitman. in the cemetery according to Boone-Duden The cemetery had fallen in disrepair over Historical Society, including some enslaved the course of 200 years. About 12 years ago the people. John Pitman served during the Saint Charles Chapter of the Daughters of the Revolutionary War under George Rogers Clark American Revolution cleared out the brush and and fought with Daniel Boone at the battle of reset some of the stones with the help of Ida and Boonesborough. He served as St. Charles County Carl Gerdiman, well known grave restorationists. Representative to the Missouri Constitutional The Boone-Duden Historical Society helped clean Convention for statehood, and served as first up and restore some of the stones also. tobacco commissioner. He had come here with his When Lombardo Homes bought the property family in 1811 from Kentucky following along the for the Legacy at Patriot’s Ridge Subdivision, Scott Top: 1. Members of the Pitman Family same pattern as did Daniel Boone and his family. Lewis, Historian for the City of Cottleville, working in the cemetery in 2016 (L­R): The Pitman Cemetery is one of 12 cemeteries explained to them the significance of the Sherri Jaudes, Penny Pitman, Tim Pitman, featured in a countywide Missouri Bicentennial cemetery. Lombardo decided to place a very nice Trish Pitman. Virtual Cemetery Tour. See page 11. ornamental fence around the cemetery and a 2. One of the marker stones being restored.

12 The Trees of Treloar and the Fable of “The Man Who Planted Trees”

By Kathy Miller

n the small village of Treloar, MO a native tree garden was created on the I former site of the old Treloar Bar and Grill, a historical landmark which had been there for over a century. The garden is located directly across from the Trailhead at Treloar on the Katy Trail. The Magnificant Missouri organization along with Forest ReLeaf Missouri, and help from Mike Rood (Pea Ridge Forest) and Bill Spradley (Trees, Forests and Landscapes) planted on this repurposed lot, 35 trees of 18 different species. The trees are native and long ago filled the Missouri River Bottoms before they were cleared for agriculture purposes. This modern-day story of the Trees of Treloar can be closely related to the french fable “The Man Who Planted Trees” written by Jean Giono. The fable tells the story of a self-less shepherd who planted one hundred acorns a day for thirty years. His efforts a day and are well worth the read and visit. The hard work and transformed the countryside and demonstrated that one person can dedication illustrated by these organizations will help you appreciate help transform the world. A special edition of this classic French fable the trees around you and all they have to offer. has been published for Magnificent Missouri to help launch a 3-year Treloar is located on the north edge of the Missouri River initative to plant trees along the Katy Trail. The book, with a foreword floodplain, along Missouri Route 94, about twelve miles to the south of by Dan Burkhardt, President of Magnificent Missouri, is beautifully Warrenton. To purchase a copy of the book visit: https:// illustrated with wood engravings by Michael McCurdy. www.magnificentmissouri.org/product/the-man-who-planted-trees- Magnificent Missouri is dedicated to conserving the landscape special-edition-for-magnificent-missouri/. The price is $10, plus $5 corridor along the Katy Trail and Missouri River west of St. Louis. The shipping and handling. 100% of the proceeds go to support the mission of Trees of Treloar and "The Man who Planted Trees" fable are conserving and increasing appreciation of the Katy Trail and the last inspirational and show us how planting trees now will forever change 100 miles of the Missouri River Valley through education, events, and the landscape of the future. collaborative projects. For more information or to see how you can help Reading the book and taking a trip to Treloar can easily be done in visit: https://www.magnificentmissouri.org/.

13 Augusta Harvest Festival...from Page 1

A 5k run/walk at 7:30 a.m. kicks off the Augusta Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 18. A full day of events is planned including a pancake breakfast, bounce house inflatables, scarecrow contest, a parade and much more. All the events will take place in the Town Square, Augusta Elementary School Yard, or the Ball Field. The Festival ends that evening with the “Fruit of the Harvest Dinner” at Schultz Haus Vineyard, Augusta. Enjoy a carefully crafted five-course meal, by Chef Anatasia Adelman paired with local wines. Tickets are $100 per person. Tickets and the menu are available by visiting: https:// augusta-chamber.org/event/fruit-of-the-harvest-dinner/. See the tentative schedule below for the full day of events. We are still looking for vendors for the Arts & Crafts Market Place on the Ball Field, Saturday, booths are $35. Contact Vicki Gwinn at [email protected]. for questions and registration. Come join the Harvest Parade this year, we are hoping to grow the parade and are looking for entries/floats/golf carts. Call Mike Schultz at 314-378-2457 for questions and entries. Come celebrate Augusta and join the parade and have some fun! • Friday, September 17, 2021 6:00 p.m. – “SWINGIN’ IN THE VINES” Meet at Harmonie Verein, catch your pumpkin-wagon ride to Honey Bee Vineyard. Wagons begin at 5:30 p.m. • Saturday, September 18, 2021 Town Square 7:00 a.m. - Pancake Breakfast begins – serving till 10:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m. - 5K Run/Walk - Check-in/Registration. 8:00 a.m. - Let the race begin and bounce house inflatables. 10:00 a.m. - Parade begins at the corners of Church and Hackmann. (Line-up at 9:00 a.m.) Parade route: West on Hackmann, South on Lower St., West on Walnut and ending at Jackson. 10:45 a.m. - Prizes awarded for Parade, Pie Contest Winners and Pie Sale Begins. 11:00 a.m. - Olde Fashioned Pie Walk and Drift Bike Races. 1:00 p.m. - Pie Raffle Winners Announced. Augusta Elementary School Yard 11:00 a.m. - Children’s Pony Rides, Timed Obstacle Course and Scarecrow Contest. Ball Field 1:00 p.m. - Arts & Craft Market Place. 2:00 p.m. - Food Trucks, Pumpkin Launch, Corn Hole Tournament and Live Music begins. Bring your own lawn chairs and/or blankets to enjoy the Festival. Fruit of the Harvest Dinner – 5 Course Dinner with Wine Pairings 6:00–9:00 p.m. Schultz Haus Vineyard, Augusta. Tickets are $100 per person. Please watch for farm traffic on area roads. Please be Due to COVID-19, please remember to practice social distancing. cautious, patient and courteous when sharing the road Wearing a mask is not mandatory and most activities will be outside. with our area farmers.

14 Great Turn Out for St. Paul’s Kiddie Carnival

hank you to our wonderful friends and neighbors for coming out to support the St Paul's Lutheran Church T Kiddie Carnival July 17th! Approximately 300 people attended, and everyone had a great time! We couldn't have made this event the resounding success it was without your participation and the generous support of our sponsors and volunteers. We want to give a special shout out to Straatmann Feed, White Wolf Pub and Grill, New Melle Baking Company, PBW of Lincoln County, Boone Country Connection, Paul & Connie Mittler, Grace Hauling, Blondin Professional Real Estate, Peoples Savings Bank, Kyle Shell, Rich and Lori West, Mobile on the Run, All Volleyball, Bavarian Smoke Haus, Schnucks O’Fallon, Dierburgs O’Fallon, Sam’s Club of Wentzville, McDonalds O’Fallon, Wendy’s O’Fallon, WalMart O’Fallon, Fast Lane Wentzville, and the New Melle Fire Department, plus Top(L­R): 1. Landon, Harper and Reagan ­ with several others who made cash donations to help support the their beautiful faces! activities such as the petting zoo, ice cream truck, balloon 2. Brendan and Alex W. visit with New Melle artists, bounce house and more. Thanks also to everyone who Firefighter Mike Colbert. brought items or made cash donations to the New Melle Food 3. Four little ones enjoying their free hotdogs. Pantry as part of this event. We are so thankful to be part of 4. Pastor Maxx Fisher and his wife, Janie. this incredible community, and look forward hosting additional 5. Enjoying the corn bin courtesy of Straatmann events in the future! Feed. 6. Parker G. got a spider on his arm, and Allie M. got a crown from the face painter, Rita LaChance. 7. An excellent balloon artist from Premiere Entertainment. 8. The petting zoo was a huge hit. (S&S Farms, High Ridge, MO) 9. Tyson H. lines up his shot at the catapult game. 10. Loving on a baby goat. 11. Yvonne Brossette, Ruth Neske and Pam DeBold collected goods for the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry. Thanks to everyone who donated!

15 Augusta Emporium...from Page 1

Barn in Warrenton, Missouri. The Emporium building has a long history of serving the Augusta Community. The original building (lower portion with Jackson Street access) was constructed in the 1860s. The Emporium is housed in the 1880’s addition facing Walnut Street. Attending the ribbon cutting were siblings Joyce (Knoernchild) Holtmann and Leon Knoerchild. Their father, Fred Knoerchild and his brother purchased the AG Store in 1938. After a couple of years his brother moved to Femme Osage and Fred became the sole owner. Fred's sister, Francis Ameling, and Marvin Fuhr, also known as Mopps, worked in the store with him. The right half of the store served as the grocery store, stocked with canned goods, meats and produce; the left side of the building held general merchandise and hardware. Also, L­R: 1. Candy counter. customers could 2. A selection of wines bring in a clipping from the Hoffmann of an appliance or owned wineries. TV they would like 3.The coolers, filled L­R: Leon Knoerchild, Beth Ducker (Hoffmann to order and Fred with frozen and fresh Consultant), Joyce (Knoernchild) Holtman and would source the items, including Richard Holtman. product and order it pizzas, fresh sausages for them. Joyce (Knoernschild) Holtmann recalls purchasing her school and cheeses and much shoes there each year. Her dad kept a limited stock of shoes in the store. more. Fred sold the store to Melvin Fuhr in 1968. Leon shared photos of the store when it was under his dad's ownership, old black and white access to Highway 94. See article on page 17 for additional information. images of the interior and some of the storefront. He recalled how his The Augusta Emporium General Store is open seven days a week. dad would give the kids candy while their parents shopped. Monday - Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The Knoerchilds lived directly across the street (now the Lindenhof Bed & Breakfast), in 1954 the family moved to a new home their father built at 169 Jackson. Although, as both Joyce and Leon explained, back then, the streets were not named. Each resident had a mailbox/slot at the post office, "People just knew where you lived,” they both explained. At that time the Post Office was located on the site of the current Augusta Visitor Center. Asked on her thoughts on the changes being made in her childhood hometown, Joyce replied, "The wineries serve food and people don't visit the town, but the trolley will bring people into town. Augusta was dying, and now it is coming back to life. My dad would be elated to see his old store looking so fresh and serving the public again." Leon considered the question and replied, "The town needed a boost. I know some residents are concerned Augusta will lose its small town feeI. I hope it works out for them." On what his dad would think of his old store, "He was a staunch old school German, he'd be concerned at the speed the changes are happening. But he would be happy to see the store open again and the improvements the Hoffmann's have made.” Photos Leon Unveiled at the Grand Opening were artist renderings by Killeen Knoerchild Studio Architects of the conference, spa and hotel center. As promised, shared of the the buildings are planned to blend well with the town and the store when it surrounding landscape and will surround a large indoor/outdoor pool was under his with cabanas. A vineyard borders one side of the property and a hiking dad's biking trail leads to town. The location will be near Church Road with ownership.

16 Hoffmann Family Of Companies Finalizes Land Purchase For Hotel

he Hoffmanns have finalized the purchase of approximately 50 acres adjacent to their Knoernschild Vineyards property off T Highway 94 (between Jackson and Church Street), bringing the plot to 100 acres and what will be the location of the new 5-star hotel. Since January, when the Hoffmanns announced their plans to invest $100 million into Augusta to make it the next national wine destination, things have been nonstop. To date, they have acquired four wineries, six vineyards, 1,100 acres, close to 45 buildings and structures, set up a trolley system, brought in vintage Chevy trucks and 20 bronze sculptures, renovated buildings in Satellite image of hotel site. downtown Augusta, will Photo by Killeen Studio Architects begin luxury yacht Artist rendering of the conference, spa and cruises this fall, offer hotel center. By Killeen Studio Architects vineyard/winery/cellar tours, plans to build a 12-hole championship golf course, amphitheater and recently opened the Augusta Emporium general store and Kickstand bike shop along the Katy Trail. Now the proposed 60 room hotel will help complete the project. The 5-star hotel designed by St. Louis architect firm Killeen Studios will feature 53 rooms, seven suites, conference and meeting room space, a wedding venue, spa, gym, yoga studio, indoor/outdoor pool, walking paths to town, lounge, restaurant, and more. The much-needed hotel will help make the area an overnight destination where visitors can come to enjoy the wineries and shops for the weekend and help put Augusta on the map as a tourist destination outside of the Midwest. The project is slated to break ground this fall with an estimated time to completion of 1.5 years. Its sister property, the recently acquired Emmaus Homes Campus, will be converted to a smaller 18 room luxury hotel and offer employee housing for both hotels, a benefit to help entice employees to the area. An estimated 300 additional jobs will be created through the hotels and their venues.

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17 Marcella M. Daub Christina Wright

Marcella May Daub (nee Sherman), age Christina Wright (nee Knoernschild), 51, 90, passed away, Monday, July 5, 2021. of Augusta, passed away Thursday, July 15, Beloved wife of the late John E. Daub. 2021, at her home. Dear mother of Sherrie (the late Alan) Sipes On July 30, 1969, Christina was born to and Sherman (Rita) Daub. Dear grandmother the union of Robert Knoernschild and Ellen of Pamela Rueter, Rebecca Daub and Jonathan (Gallagher) in St. Louis. Sipes. Great-grandmother of Dylan, Keagan, Christina was a graduate of Washington Brogan and Mackenzie. Our dear sister, sister- High School in 1986. She would then move on in-law, aunt, cousin and friend of many. to earn her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Services: Funeral service at St. John Webster University. United Church of Christ, Manchester, Thursday, July 8 at 11:00 a.m. She was united in marriage to Michael Wright on November 21, Interment St. John United Church of Christ Cemetery, Manchester. 1987, in Augusta. Visitation at the church, Thursday from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. The family Christina worked as an R.N. at St. Luke’s Hospital Urgent Care. She will be arranging a celebration of life at a later date. A service of the was also a member of the United Church of Christ in Augusta. She Schrader Funeral Home and Crematory. Friends may sign the family's enjoyed being outdoors, going camping, boating and scuba diving. online guestbook at Schrader.com. Christina loved tending to her flower garden. Most of all she loved spending time with her loving family and friends. Christina was preceded in death by her father, Robert Donald "Donnie" C. Iffrig Knoernschild. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Michael Wright of Donald Clements Iffrig (Donnie), passed Augusta; five sons, Joshua Wright and wife Julie of Washington state, away on Monday, July 12, at the age of 68. Jeremy Wright of Oregon, Shane Wright of Kansas, Joe Wright and Donnie was born on February 14, 1953, in St. wife Katie of Union and Gabriel Wright and wife Hayley of Augusta; Charles, Missouri. He was the oldest child of her mother, Ellen Knoernschild of Augusta; one brother, Karl Calvin and Helen Iffrig. Knoernschild and wife Katra of Chicago; four grandchildren, Aden Donnie graduated from Francis Howell Wright, Jace Wright, Keegan Wright and Landon Irwin; other High school in 1971. He started working in high relatives and many friends. school as a farmer alongside his father. Upon Celebration of Life: Saturday, July 31, 2021, 11 a.m., at Ebenezer graduating high school he joined the grocers United Church of Christ in Augusta. union and worked as a grocery clerk and head In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Ebenezer United Church dairy clerk till 1983. He then started work as a of Christ 5543 Walnut Street, P.O. Box 185, Augusta, Missouri 63332 are dedicated hardworking telecommunications worker the remainder of preferred. his life. Donnie was preceded in death by his father Calvin and wife, Kathy. Don is survived by his sons Jason, Jordan, and Justin; mother Helen; brothers Daniel and John; sisters Judy, Sally, Shirley, and Pam; sister-in law Donna; granddaughters, Emma and Hayley; grandson Beau, and daughters-in-law, Stacy and Leigh. He was a dear uncle, cousin, and friend of many, he will be missed by all who knew him. Memorial Visitation: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Sunday, July 18, 2021 with Memorial Service immediately following at Hutchens-Stygar Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 5987 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, St. Charles. The family prefers memorial donations to Missouri Conservation Heritage Foundation in honor of Donnie.

18 Shirley Ohna Seckfort Robert William Nolan, Sr.

Mrs. Shirley Ohna Seckfort of Robert (Bob) William Nolan, Sr, 78, passed Warrenton, MO passed away Friday, July 16, away Thursday, July 22, 2021 after a long and 2021 at the age of 80. She was born November courageous fight. Bob, born on July 13, 1943 in St 3, 1940 in Wright City, MO, to Lamond and Louis, MO, resided in Chesterfield, MO with the Ohna (Nee: Wolff) Schmidt. love of his life, Lou Ann (nee Weinbauer), who Shirley married Melvin Frederick lovingly and relentlessly cared for him until his Seckfort on May 16, 1959 and they spent 62 final day. Beloved father of Christine (Bill) wonderful years together. Shirley was a Newbold, Rob (Karen) Nolan, Patrick (Debbie) homemaker, Boy Scout and Girl Scout Leader, Nolan and Angie (Ben) Geis; loving Papa of and Sunday School teacher, and Travel Robert (Jane Spikowski) Nolan, Megan (Braxton) Payne, Ally Agent. She enjoyed sewing, cooking, crafts and scrap booking in her (Guilherme) Casa Nova, Tricia Newbold, Michael Newbold, Ryan Nolan, free time. She camped all over the United States with her family, and Nolan Geis, Julia Geis, Andrew Geis and Will Geis. Brother to Vince traveled to Europe, Aruba, Nova Scotia, Alaska, Panama Canal, (Barb) Nolan and Jim (Mary) Nolan. Brother-in-law to Bob (the late Mackinaw Island and Hawaii several times. Her greatest joy was Judy) Weinbauer. Adored uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Preceded in spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and death by his parents Vince and Josephine (Peronne) Nolan. great grandchildren. Bob grew up watching his father run his auto parts store where the Survivors include her husband, Melvin; children, Donald Seckfort seeds were sown for his future in owning and operating businesses, (Sherry), Linda Lenz (George), David Seckfort (Donna); including tax software, apartments, hotels, restaurants, call centers, and grandchildren, Melissa Hitt (Nathan), Cody Seckfort, Kevin Lenz, a winery (Noboleis) in Augusta, MO. Matthew Lenz (Michelle), Jamie Hagenhoff (Jacob), Nicholas Seckfort Visitation: Ortmann Stipanovich 12444 Olive Blvd Creve Coeur, MO (Dr. Danielle), Devin Seckfort, and Brian Seckfort; great 63141, Monday, July 26, 4-8 p.m. Funeral Mass: Incarnate Word Parish in grandchildren, Claire Lenz, Owen Hagenhoff, Cora Lenz and Joseph Chesterfield, MO, ,Tuesday, July 27, 10 a.m. Donations preferred to the Bob Seckfort, other friends and family. The family would like to give and Lou Ann Nolan SLU Scholarship Fund, 1 North Grand Rm 319, St special thanks to Shirley’s caregiver and companion, Jennifer Louis, MO 63103 or Our Little Haven, PO Box 23010, St. Louis, MO 63156. Schloeman and Loving Hands Hospice for the amazing care provided Robert (Bob) William Nolan, Sr, 78, was wrapped in heavenly peace to Shirley over the last several months. on Thursday, July 22, 2021 when he passed away after a long and Celebration of life, Thursday, July 22, 2021 4-8 p.m., Martin courageous fight. Funeral Home, Warrenton, MO. Funeral service Friday, July 23, 2021 10 a.m. at Friedens United Church of Christ in Warrenton. Interment: Glennon T. Grieshaber Steinhagen Rock Church Cemetery. Memorial donations are preferred to Loving Hands Hospice or Steinhagen Rock Church Cemetery, c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main St. Warrenton, MO. 63383. Online Glennon T. Grieshaber, fortified with the condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net. Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Monday, July 19, 2021. Beloved husband of Joanne B. Grieshaber (nee Larby); dearest father of Charlene (Mark) Wehmeier, Glenda (Marty) Pruden, Duane (Dina) Grieshaber, and the late Karen Corcoran. Dear grandpa of Nicole, George, Nathan, Patrick, Becca, Zack and Tony; great-grandpa of Addy and Lydia. Dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend to many. Visitation Friday, July 23, 9:00 a.m. until service time 11:00 a.m. at Collier’s Funeral Home, 3400 N. Lindbergh Blvd. (St. Ann). Interment St. Ferdinand Cemetery. Special thanks to Pastor Maxx Fisher of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, New Melle for stepping in to officiate at the last minute. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association.

19 New Melle Board of Aldermen Highlights

Compiled by Dianne Sudbrock from information provided by the City Clerk

he New Melle Board of Aldermen met Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at City Hall. Present were Mayor Richard West, Aldermen Nik T Bradley, Gary Schneider, Don Hendrich and Janet Karrenbrock, as well as the City Clerk, City Attorney and City Engineer. In Open Forum, a resident of the New Melle Oaks subdivision discussed noise levels from the Quarry Wine Garden music events and if the city could intervene. Mayor West had previously visited both her residence and the Quarry Wine Garden to try to address the issue. The Quarry Wine Garden relocated speakers but the resident said that has not solved the problem. The City of New Melle has determined no city codes are being violated. Mayor West suggested the issue be taken up with St. Charles County for any possible noise violation. Alderwoman Karrenbrock suggested the city get a computer technician to look at the city’s computer for slow speed issues and will provide contact information for a company she uses in her business. Finance Report: Balance sheets were reviewed, with a notation of an error on the Transportation account to be fixed by July 19, 2021. Engineering Report: Cochran Engineering has provided comments and is waiting to hear back from the applicants regarding plans for Unified 1 Data Systems at 27 W. Hwy. D; and for the New Melle Fire Protection District. Old Business: • The signed application for the Welcome to New Melle Sign permits is awaiting MoDOT’s approval. • The City of New Melle will rescind its contract for Code Enforcement services with St. Charles County effective August 31, 2021. • Cochran Engineering has assessed, and will prepare paperwork to send out for bid, for street repairs in the Sycamore Creek Subdivision. The city would like work to begin this fall and be completed by year end. New Business: • Observance of June 19th (Juneteenth) as a city holiday: The city clerk polled 13 cities. Four plan to adopt the day as a paid holiday for city employees; four cities opted not to make it a paid holiday; and the remaining five have not made a decision yet. New Melle has no full-time paid employees so the board did not discuss recognizing it as a paid holiday at this time. • Research Potential Grants for Sidewalks/Foristell Road: Cochran Engineering reviewed East-West Gateway grant opportunities regarding Foristell Road improvements and for extending sidewalks along Hwy. Z to the Library. Considering that it was unlikely that the city would receive funding for two projects, the board felt that extending the sidewalks along Hwy. Z was the higher priority and directed Cochran to update and resubmit that application. Before the meeting adjourned, copies of the revised Storm Drainage Ordinance 412.240 were given to Board members for review with an expected vote at the next meeting, Tuesday, August 10, 2021.

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21 5 Reasons Why You Should Join a Book Club

by Tiffani Stewart, St. Charles City­County Library

Does it ever feel like everywhere we go somebody wants f you stop by the Boone’s Trail Branch on the second Monday something FROM us? Whether it’s our boss at work, our kids at evening of any month, you’ll find a group sitting in a circle. They home, the telemarketer on the phone or the guy walking up to are there to discuss a book that they have all read, but they are also knock on our front door. We can’t even do a simple search on our I there to catch up with friends. They are there to discuss different ideas computer without getting ads popping up all over the place for the and opinions. They are there to learn. They are there to laugh. next month. Today it seems like everywhere we go somebody The Fiction Fans book discussion group at the Boone’s Trail Branch always wants something FROM us. is not the only book club at a St. Charles City-County Library. In fact, it’s Red Tree Church is a new church in New Melle. The heart of not the only group meeting at the Boone’s Trail Branch! With over 20 Red Tree is not to want anything from you, but to want something groups for adults meeting at almost every Library branch in the county, FOR you. Red Tree is FOR God, FOR our community, FOR the world there’s probably a group for you. But why should you be a part of one? and FOR you. Our number #1 goal as a church is to honor God and Consider these five reasons for joining other readers to regularly discuss put Him first above everything else. Red Tree is FOR OUR books: COMMUNITY. It’s our goal to add value and serve the families in • Add spice to your book diet. When you join a book discussion our community whether it’s sending backpacks full of food home group, you’re likely to read books that you wouldn’t typically read. with kids every Friday, helping the homeless and hurting around And sometimes, a book that you wouldn’t typically read can turn us, helping restore lives damaged by human trafficking or simply out to be one that you didn’t know you needed. Variety is the spice by offering free family events like our Sports Camps, Summer Pool of life. Party, CampOut VBS, Fall Party, Spring Kids Ninja Warrior event & • Meet like-minded readers. Cookbooks. Mysteries. Young adult more. Red Tree is FOR THE WORLD. Red Tree actively partners with books. Graphic novels. There are groups at the library reading each ministries that serve orphans in Haiti, help the blind and illiterate of these genres and many groups that read a little bit of in Hungary, bring clean water to developing nations, and share the everything. If you love to read, and you’re always looking for book love of Jesus all across the world. Red Tree is FOR YOU. Red Tree recommendations, other readers can help. Join a book discussion does not want anything from you, but truly wants God’s best FOR group to discover new titles and authors that you may enjoy. One you. God’s best for your marriage. God’s best for your family. God’s member of the Deer Run group explains, “I had just moved to the best for you in every way. Red Tree offers ministries specifically area and wanted to meet some neighbors. Not only was I designed to help kids, students, young adults, middle age adults and introduced to new people in the group, I was introduced to new senior adults every week. authors at the Library!” Red Tree is excited to be a part of the New Melle community. • Discover a different perspective. Reading broadens your We would like to invite you to join us Sundays at 10 a.m. for our horizons. When you read a book set in another country, featuring a series ‘This Is Who We Are’ leading up to our GRAND OPENING. We character living a different life, exploring a conflict that you’ve would love to invite the entire community to our GRAND OPENING never experienced, you may change your real-life perspective. Sunday, August 15 at 10 a.m. with a free lunch immediately Then hear from others in your group (with all of their experiences following the service, along with a giant water slide, bounce and opinions) and you’ll not just step outside of your comfort zone, houses, dunk tank, corn hole, spike ball, horseshoes and more. you’ll take a flying leap. As one book discussion group member at the Library Express at Winghaven Branch said, “You tend to get in a rut as you age. Hearing others’ opinions keeps you open-minded and teaches you how to disagree. It’s not just a book club, it’s a critical thinking seminar.” Continued on Page 23

22 Library...from Page 22 Maybe you have plenty of friends who love to read. Gather them together and start your own book discussion group. The Library makes • Set aside reading time to meet a deadline. Book clubs meet it easy with "Book Club To Go" kits. These book discussion kits each regularly on a set date. This forces readers to set aside time to get contain 10 copies of a title and a discussion guide and can be checked the book finished. If you have reading goals, or you don’t often out for 10 weeks. Choose fiction or nonfiction for adults, teens, and kids. give yourself permission to do something just for you, a book club With over 700 available titles, you’re sure to find something for can provide the deadline you need to make reading a priority. everyone. • Make fast friends. Most of us have friends and acquaintances at Whether you meet other book lovers at the Library, or you put work or at church, but how well do we really know them? A book together your own book club, we recommend a book discussion group discussion group is a way to quickly develop authentic for anyone who loves to read. You’ll discover that talking about reading relationships. While it may take years for you to be comfortable is almost as nice as the reading itself. Have questions? Need help finding enough with friends to discover how they feel about a hot-button the right group for you? Call or stop by any Library branch and ask. issue, you’ll find out how members of your book club feel about Soon you may be like the group member at the Middendorf-Kredell various topics each time you read a related book. Every month, a Branch who once confided, “I’ve changed my vacation so I didn’t miss new title provides an opportunity to discover what your fellow book club.” readers think about politics, race relations, self-rising flour, World All Library facilities are open to the public and offer curbside/ War II...you name it. You truly get to know each other when your drive-up services. Room reservations, passport services, and in-person bonds are formed around book topics. classes & events are temporarily cancelled, but virtual programming is Convinced? Visit myLibrary.org/book-discussion-groups to browse happening now. Get the details here: myLibrary.org/covid-19 the many groups meeting in Library branches across St. Charles County. You’ll find meeting times and locations along with the books that each Plans are underway for the Friends of the Library group has selected for 2021. Jump in by registering to attend the next SUMMER BOOK FAIR! gathering. (While most groups are still meeting virtually, some select August 6 ­ 8, 2021 ­­ At the Family Arena groups are getting together outdoors in person. Details are provided on the registration pages.) If you don’t connect with the first group you It takes hundreds of volunteers to run the Book Fair and we try, don’t give up. Try another. It may take time to find just the right need your help. Need service hours for school, scouts or clubs? group for you. Volunteer at the Book Fair. We welcome volunteers ages 12 and up. Don’t leave the kids out! You can find “Club Read” book discussion Everyone who works at least one 3-hour shift, receives a bag of FREE groups for young readers in grades 4-8 at the Library. Visit BOOKS! Volunteer shifts are available Thursday, August 5 (set up myLibrary.org/eCalendar for upcoming meetings at several branch day) through Sunday, August 8. Learn more about the Book Fair at locations. www.mylibrary.org/friends-book-fair

23 Showered with Gifts from the Sky ancient ancestors fancied seeing animals, mythical creatures, kings, queens, hunters, and heroes shaped by the mysterious points of light. By Dan Zarlenga, Missouri Department of Conservation Most of us know those points are far away suns, very much like our own. But what are the shooting stars, or meteors? Most of them are actually very tiny particles of dust left behind by comets that were ou can watch thousands of particles older than the Earth itself formed billions of years ago, shortly after our sun was born. These come to dramatic and fiery ends before your eyes. That’s particles enter our atmosphere at high velocities, and friction with the essentially what a meteor shower is and one of the grandest Y air ignites them into glowing streaks as their journeys meet their fiery each year is happening this month. destinations. There’s a lot of things to discover in Annual meteor showers occur because the nature at night, and the Perseid Meteor Shower Earth passes through the orbits of the same is one of them. It reaches its peak this year on comets on its yearly journey around the sun. August 12, but you can see Perseid meteors as Each celestial anniversary, our atmosphere much as 10 days before or after the peak. Look sweeps up their remains and that’s what for an open, dark sky with no immediate lights creates meteor showers. The source of the to view the show, and if you can, travel as far Perseids, for example, is debris left by the away from the city as possible. In fact, it’s a Comet Swift-Tuttle. Meteor showers get their pretty good excuse to plan a camping trip the name from the point in the sky from which week of the peak and sleep out under the stars. they seem to radiate. The Perseids appear to State parks and conservation areas that allow come out of the constellation Perseus in the camping can be great places to go. The Perseid Meteor Shower is one of the best of northeastern sky. Lay back and watch the distant fiery the year, and it peaks around August 12 this year. You don’t need a telescope, or even streaks as they careen through a sky where our Photo by Dan Zarlenga binoculars, to enjoy the view. The very best tools to watch any meteor shower with are your own two eyes. If you have a piece of camp or lawn furniture that allows you to lay back and recline looking upward, that’s even better. A blanket and pillow on the ground will also do. Thankfully August nights are usually comfortable, but it wouldn’t hurt to have a jacket or blanket to cover with since it can still get cool later into the night. Don’t forget the bug spray too. During your nocturnal adventure, take time to admire the Milky Way. It happens to be high and bright in the night sky during August. The music of katydids and crickets will provide a soothing soundtrack. You might even hear a distant howl of a coyote or a talkative owl. Why not experience nature at night this month, and discover the fireworks created by the Perseid Meteor Shower? It’s a stargazer’s yearly gift from the sky.

Augusta Fire Department BBQ in Defiance July 31

he Mechanicsville #260 AF and AM Masonic Lodge, 2959 Hwy. 94 S. in T Defiance, is sponsoring a BBQ on Saturday, July 31, 2021, to benefit the Augusta Community Volunteer Fire Dept. The BBQ will feature hot dogs, brats, hamburgers, pork steaks, soda and water, from 11:30 a.m. till ??? All proceeds go to the Fire Department. Please stop by and have lunch!

Summer is here! Please watch for farm traffic, bicyclists and motorcycles on area roads. Slow down, be patient and courteous please.

24 July Garden of the Month Mystery Location By Lois Cobleigh Enter to Win a Gift Certificate

How well do you know the “Boone Country” area? If you can identify where this photo was taken, fax, email, or call us with the correct answer. Include your name, address and phone number, and reply by the 20th of this month. We’ll draw one winner from all the correct answers, and that person will receive a gift certificate to Short Stop's Convenience Store in New Melle See page 2 for phone, fax & email for the BCC. One entry per household please.

amara Stanton and Scott Davidson built their house only one Last Month's Winner year or so ago and what they have accomplished on their T landscaping design is amazing. For privacy in front of the Congratulations to Beverly Colbert of property, they created several large berms, all sporting tall hemlock, Defiance for winning last month's spruce, pine, and arborvitae. Grass and a sprinkler system were added mystery location drawing. Beverly to ensure a verdant lawn. Colorful front beds contain Yarrow, was one of 5 people who correctly Hydrangea, Millennium Ornamental Onion, Silver Mound, and Liriope. identified the photo as the Memorial Off to the side of this ten-acre wooded haven are two bee hives that Garden at the Thiemann-Tidd VFW Scott hopes will provide some honey by August. Chickens and eggs may Post 5651 in New Melle. She will be a future project, when their barn is completed. The all-purpose room, receive a gift certificate to Piazza complete with a large stone fireplace, leads to the new swimming pool. Deli in Defiance. Purple Sage and Blackeye Susan fill the beds around the pool, which is highlighted by lovely potted Hibiscus. If you have a suggestion or photo to submit for the Tamara and Scott are modest when asked to talk about their “work Mystery Location contest, call 636.332.3050 or in progress”, but they are to be congratulated on their accomplishments email [email protected]. so far. Their home, designed by Tamara, is a work of art. Both work full time. Tamara is a nurse and Scott is a medical physicist. With two children still in school, a new puppy and busy careers, what they have WORD SEARCH ANSWERS created in a short period of time is deserving of Garden of The Month DEADLINE: for July. The Boone Country Garden Club commends Tamara and Scott. We wait to see what next year will bring to their garden’s palette! Please submit Items for the September BCC by August 18. Target Distribution: September 3

25 What to Do...Where to Go...Who to See * (Visit the Calendar at www.boonecountryconnection.com)

August RECURRING EVENTS: 1 Dale Kolb Memorial Shoot - 8:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. See pg. 27. Bingo: 1st Sunday, Wentzville American Legion 1pm. 636-327-8213. 1 St. John's UCC Cappeln - Chicken and Beef Dinner - Drive through Breakfast: St. Vincent De Paul Church, Dutzow. 1st Sundays, Nov. only. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. See ad pg. 2 through May. 8–11:30am. 2-6 Free VBS CampOut 2021 at Red Tree Church New Melle 6-8 p.m. Breakfast : IHM Church, New Melle. 2nd Sunday (except Oct.) 8-11:00am. 7 Mo Bicentennial Bash & Commemoration 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. See pg. 1. Breakfast: Immaculate Conception, Augusta. Every 4th Sunday. 7 New Melle Chamber/New Melle Sports & Rec Golf Tournament at Boone-Duden Historical Society: Museum and Archives at the Golf Club of Wentzville, 7:30 a.m. See pg. 2. Kamphoefner House, 3565 Mill St., New Melle. Open 2nd and 4th 12 Augusta Tailgate Thursday, 6 - 8 p.m. "Picnic at the Beach" See pg 2. Sundays 12:30-4pm. Meetings - Last Monday of even months (last 14 Paul Ballman Memorial Benefit Golf Tournament. 7 a.m. Shotgun Sunday afternoon in Dec.) Call 636-433-5031 for details. start. See pg. 3. Boone Country 4-H Club: Every 2nd Monday, 7pm at New Melle VFW. 14 Farmers Market - St. Paul's UCC, 150 Defiance Rd, Defiance, 8 - 11 (Ages 5 to 18.) For more information call 636-970-3000. a.m. See pg. 3 for more info. Callaway 4-H Club: 2nd Thursday of every month. 7pm at St. John’s 15 Femme Osage UCC Annual Picnic - 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. See United Church of Christ in Cappeln, MO. enclosed flyer. Chicken & Fish: 1st Friday, October–April. Marthasville Community 15 Red Tree Church, New Melle, Grand Opening 10 a.m. Free lunch Club. Dine in or carry out. 4-7pm. Call in orders: 636-433-2204. and activities following service. See pg. 3. Chicken Dinner: 2nd Friday, Oct. through Feb., New Melle VFW. 5-8 p.m. 22 Friedens Peace UCC - Worship in the Park - Broemmelsiek Park, Friends of Historic Augusta Museum: 275 Webster Street. Open 1-4pm Shelter 7. Bring your own lunch. 10 a.m. See ad pg. 9 on 1st Sunday May–Aug; 3rd Sunday in Sept. & by appt. Call 636- September 448-4034. Meetings 2nd Tuesday, 6pm. 10 Friends Foundation Charity Golf Tournament. See enclosed flyer Genealogy Library: 1022 First Capitol (under Red Rose Salon) St. for registration form. See pg. 4 for more info. Charles. Tues. Wed. & Fri. 9am – 2pm. 636-724-6668. 11 9-11 Memorial Service at IHM, New Melle, 7 p.m. See pg. 3 Greater Augusta Area Chamber of Commerce: Second Monday 12 14th Annual K of C Journey for Charity Tractor Cruise, more 6:30pm at various locations. Confirm time/date: 636-228-4005. info next month. Mechanicsville Masons Lodge: Meetings 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30pm. 17-18 Augusta Harvest Festival. Friday night - "Swingin' in the Vines" New Melle Board of Aldermen: 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7pm City Hall. gourmet picnic and dance 6 p.m. A full day of events Saturday. See New Melle Chamber of Commerce: Second Thursday of each month at pg. 1. locations posted at www.newmellechamber.com. RSVP via 18 Augusta Community Rummage Sale. Ebenezer UCC 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Facebook. Held during the Augusta Harvest Festival. See pg. 2. New Melle Friendship Society: 1st Monday (2nd if Holiday) of odd 23 Our Lady's Inn Luncheon for Life - Defiance Ridge Vineyards. months except May, St. Paul’s Lutheran-New Melle. 636-398-5952. 11a.m. See pg. 6 New Melle Market: Every Saturday, May 29 to Oct. 30. 8:00 a.m. - noon. 30 Boone Duden Historical Society presents "Steamboat Disasters of Hwy D and Z (Gravel lot behind IHM Chapel and Liz's Bar.) the Lower Missouri River" at St. Paul's UCC Marthasville. 7 p.m. See New Melle Planning & Zoning: First Tuesdays, 7:00pm City Hall. pg. 7 New Melle VFW Post 5651 Queen of Hearts: Every Wed. 5-8pm. All info subject to change without notice. Drawing 7:30pm Ticket sales end at 7pm. Meetings 3rd Thurs. Visit the community calendar at www.boonecountryconnection.com. 7:30pm. St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry New Melle: Open 1st & 3rd Sat. 9-10:30. Volunteers meeting: 3rd Monday, 6 p.m. Join us! TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Every Wed. 9:30am Wentzville United Methodist Church, 725 Wall St. 636-639-6549 Trapshooting: Daniel Boone Gun Club, Hwy. 94. Trapshooting First Friday April & May, and July–October, 7pm, and meat shoot every 4th Sunday 12:30pm. 100 bird derbies in May and July. More info call 636-987-2483. Everyone welcome. Trapshooting: New Melle VFW, 555 Foristell Road. Every Tuesday Night May through October 1. Second Sundays Nov-Mar. 12 noon. Card Shoots: New Melle VFW, 555 Foristell Road. 3rd Sunday of the month, 12 noon, Oct.–March. Hosted by Marine Corps League 1393. * All info is subject to change without notice.

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