Sunday, June 3

Our Warson Woods resident Matt Witte is a Deacon


Archbishop Robert J. Carlson has ordained nine men to the Order of the Diaconate as permanent deacons yesterday at 10 a.m., at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, Lindell Boulevard and Newstead Avenue in the Central West End.
The new deacons are Charles Bacher, David Billing, Timothy Dallas, Daniel Graham, John Hofmann, Fred Tustanowsky, Donald Walker, H. Matt Witte and Robert Wood.
Last night, the 5 p.m Mass at Ste Genevieve was very emotional. We had a full house. The entire community came to congratulate Matt Witte and his wife Gina for this amazing achievement. What  a journey it has been for Matt!
The reception at the Gym had a phenomenal turn-out. I must say that Matt is a good draw! It was so nice to see some of our oldest residents joining the rest of us for dinner. 
And from a French point of view, I give a special mention to Nick Witte. I loved the white jacket and the pink tie. Nick, you looked very sharp last night! 

Saturday, June 2

Update on the New Provider for Collection of Solid Waste




From the Warsonwoods.com Web Site:

New Provider for Collection of Solid Waste, Yard waste, and Recyclables
After going out to bid, the City has selected IESI as its new provider for residential waste pick-up service. As before, the provider will contract directly with the resident for the services desired.  An informational meeting was held at City Hall on May 17, 2012 (seeSlide Show) and you should have received information from the City and IESI regarding the transition (see IESI's May 4, 2012 Letter) but a summary is included below. 
The City of Warson Woods strongly encourages all residents to elect the Standard Service (Once Weekly, Curbside) or the Twice Weekly, Curbside service to take delivery of and use the IESI-supplied, 95 gallon solid waste cart (this is a wheeled cart that is larger than the recycling cart; an example is on display at City Hall).  We understand that some residents have expressed a desire to not take delivery of the 95 gallon cart due to concerns about the small amount of solid waste they generate and the size of the cart.  It is not a requirement to take delivery of and use the IESI 95 gallon solid waste cart in order for your trash to get collected for the Standard Service or the Twice Weekly, Curbside service.  Please keep in mind the following when making your decision:
  • If you elect to not take delivery of a cart, please notify IESI of your name, address, and phone number and that you don’t want the 95 gallon cart.  If one gets delivered to your residence by mistake, please call City Hall (965-3100) and the City will come by and collect your cart.
  • You CAN use the 95 gallon solid waste cart for your yard waste (leaves, grass, sticks, etc) similar to the way that many residents use their existing trash cans for the same purpose.  However, you CANNOT co-mingle trash/ solid waste and yard waste in this container.  Therefore, for the residents that still wish to use their own trash cans for the small amount of solid waste they generate and use the larger IESI solid waste cart for just a yard waste cart, this might provide a viable option.
  • You will be responsible for ensuring that your smaller trash can is present at the curbside for collection on the designated trash pickup date – similar to the requirement for everyone electing either the Standard Service or the Twice Weekly, Curbside service that are using the IESI-supplied carts.
  • There will be no yard waste or solid waste collected from recycling carts.  These are single use carts for recyclables only.
As mentioned below, we anticipate that smaller solid waste containers (approximately the same size as the recycling carts) will be available later.

Summary of Service and Options
Standard Service:  Includes once-weekly pick-up at the curb of every Residential Dwelling Unit of Solid Waste, Yard waste (twice weekly from October 15 - December 15), and Recyclables including a 95-gallon Solid Waste container, replacement of damaged Solid Waste and recycling containers upon request, and providing recycling containers to new residents upon request.   
Cost of Service per Residential Dwelling Unit/per Month
First Year$18.92
Second  Year$19.49
Third Year$20.07
Optional – Fourth Year$20.67
Optional – Fifth Year$21.29

Optional Services – Optional Services – in lieu of the Standard service described above, each Customer has three (3) options to select a higher level of solid waste collection services for additional costs. These services are:
  • Twice Weekly, Curbside – This option is identical to the Standard Service except that Solid Waste shall be picked up twice weekly at the curb. Residents will be provided a 95 gallon solid waste container (same as Standard Service) and the cart is included in the monthly cost. 
 Cost of Service per Residential Dwelling Unit/per Month
First Year$26.29
Second  Year$27.08
Third Year$27.89
Optional – Fourth Year$28.73
Optional – Fifth Year$29.59
  • Once Weekly Solid Waste Backdoor Collection – This option is identical to the Standard Service except that no Solid Waste cart shall be provided rather the Customer shall have their Solid Waste picked up from the rear or adjacent to the garage one time per week.
Cost of Service per Residential Dwelling Unit/per Month
First Year$23.86
Second  Year$24.57
Third Year$25.31
Optional – Fourth Year$26.07
Optional – Fifth Year$26.85
  
  • Twice Weekly Solid Waste Backdoor Collection – This option is identical to the Standard Service except that Solid Waste shall be picked up twice weekly and no Solid Waste cart shall be provided but rather the Customer shall have their Solid Waste picked up from the rear or adjacent to the garage.
Cost of Service per Residential Dwelling Unit/per Month
First Year$32.66
Second  Year$33.53
Third Year$34.54
Optional – Fourth Year$35.58
Optional – Fifth Year$36.65

The new contract with IESI begins Sunday, July 1st 2012. Residents can select their preferred level of service either by sending in the postcard to IESI with your elected level of service by May 31, 2012 or you will be enrolled in “Standard Service”.  The 95 gallon carts will be delivered to residents electing curbside service in late June 2012 (either once per week or twice per week). Smaller carts (65 gallon) will not be available in June 2012 but will be available at a later date.  Final decisions on days of service will be made after May 31st and based on resident options selected/ feedback. Days of collection/ feedback within city were specified as Tuesday-Thursday in bid specification in anticipation of a large majority of city using once weekly pickup options.

Friday, June 1

In Kirkwood, tragedy occurred on popular shortcut


Cameron Vennard graduated in May 2012 from eighth grade at Nipher Middle School in Kirkwood.

From the St. Louis Post Dispatch, I felt like sharing the story this morning:
Cameron Vennard was fatally struck wednesday afternoon by an Amtrak Train near Leffingwell Avenue.

Read more:
In Kirkwood, tragedy occurred on popular shortcut

Tuesday, May 29

Insight Theatre Company Celebrates Fifth Season Gala - Heagney Theater




From my good friend Mary Huss, a Must Read:

"Insight Theatre Company presents  The World Goes 'Round June 14th-24th, a musical revue by Kander & Ebb featuring selections from their Broadway showstoppers, Cabaret, Chicago, New York, New York and many more.


Fox on the Fairway, July 5-15th, a hilarious new comedy by Ken Ludwig, it's about golf, love and romance, and a bet between two archrival country clubs.

Seussical, July 27-29, based on the works of Dr. Seuss, a show for the entire family, the kids will love it.
General Admission, $10.

To Kill A Mockingbird, Harper Lee's American classic, Sept. 20-30th. Many middle school students will be reading the book, what a great way to enrich their literature experience.

Tickets on sale now, $25-30. $5.00 Senior & Student Discounts. Box Office 314-556-1293 or visit insighttheatrecompany.com  "Like" us on Facebook at Insight Theatre Presents and you are entered in a drawing for 2 FREE tickets to a show.

Location: Heagney Theater 530 E. Lockwood Ave. Webster Groves, MO 63119
Ample parking behind theater, and restaurants Cyranos, Big Sky Cafe, Robust etc."

I already have my Tickets, how about you??


Neighborhood Garage Sale coming up this Saturday


The folks on Renderer Dr. are having a neighborhood garage sale this Saturday, June 2.

 Anyone interested in getting involved can contact Randalynn Wrinkle at randalynnvasel@yahoo.com.

Sunday, May 27

Ditto, new resale shop in Warson Woods.


My good friend Sarah Middendorf sent me that email about a new retail store opening up in Warson Woods. Welcome to the neighborhood Ditto! And thanks Sarah for an early review of that Store.

"I wanted to share with you that a new resale shop opened in our neighborhood between Dollar Tree and Breadsmith called Ditto. I am not sure if they have a website (couldn't find it) but here's their facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/dittostl?ref=ts

They opened today and we went and shopped and it was great! If you would like, it would be great to mention on your blog so we can support local shops.

Ditto supports local Christian schools in St. Louis. It's like going to an upscale Goodwill - very cool.

Thanks,
Sarah"


Tuesday, May 22

Lacrosse in Warson Woods with Coach Gio.


A message from my good friend Giovanni Najarro:

"James, I am forwarding some information on the indoor camps and outdoor camp I am running this June and July.  These camps are for both girls and boys.  I know some of the parents asked for me to forward this along, so I hope it's of interest to you and look forward to seeing you there.  Please feel free to share this information with anyone you think that may be interested.  It's going to be a fun time!

Outdoor Camp (Swordman Camp) July 9-13 at North Kirkwood Middle School (3rd-9th grade) 8a.m. - 11a.m.

Indoors Camps - we'll have national lacrosse players and coaches visiting during this time.  Not only will lacrosse be showcased, but a variety of sports to keep the youth active all day long.  These camps will be held at the Bud Dome which is a new state of the art air-conditioned facility - only 15 minutes away from Warson Woods. 


June 18-22, 2012 (1st - 6th grade)
June 25-29, 2012 (3rd - 8th grade)
July 16-20, 2012 (1st - 6th grade)
July 23-27, 2012 (3rd - 8th grade)


My website is www.kirkwoodyouthlax.com

Please let me know if you have any questions.  Thanks, Gio"

Sunday, May 20

The Warson Woods Running Club in the News


The Warson Woods Running Club recently donated proceeds from the 2011 “Trot Thru the Woods” to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Pictured are Ed Crites, James Lambert, Marie Davis, of JDRF, and Roger Bautista.







Thursday, May 17

Volunteers for St. Genevieve du Bois



A message from Tina Dubuque:

"As St. LIborius Social Ministries, a ministry of Ste. Genevieve du Bois, looks forward to celebrating its 25th anniv. of assisting the poor on the north side, we find ourselves at a crossroads.

The next generation of volunteers from our parish is not stepping up to take over the volunteerism of those currently there who want/need a break.

It saddens me that our parishioners are not embracing the wonderful work being done in God's name. One Thursday a month, for about 3 - 4 hours, is all we need.

Perhaps others outside our parish would consider learning about what we do, visiting the pantry, and committing a little time each week or month. Please consider forming a group and contacting us!"

Please let me know if you can help!