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St. Louis Community Info, Sunday, October 16, 2005
Visit the Library's newly redesigned web site, www.slpl.org to explore one of St. Louis' most familiar downtown landmark. The site features a wealth of information about the Library, a colorful section on special interest books that can be reserved online from the catalog section, and a vast resource on St. Louis.
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Grand Central Saturday at St. Louis Public Library
ST. LOUIS, (SLFP.com), October 16, 2005 - The St. Louis Public Library Foundation will host "Grand Central Saturday", on October 22, as a special Open House to honor the contributions of Foundation members and Library volunteers. The event will provide an opportunity for the public to reacquaint themselves with the many life-enhancing services, resources, and collections the Library offers.
The Grand Central Saturday will take place at Central Library, 1301 Olive Street, from 1 - 4 p.m. The event will feature a reception hosted by Library Executive Director Waller McGuire and mini-workshops conducted by Central Library's subject specialists.
Guests to the free event can visit of the beautiful Steedman architectural room, pore over the lavish Pictorial St. Louis, 1871, or see what's new in books about St. Louis. You will be able to discuss titles too good to miss, including mysteries, romances, and travel guides; see clay tablets from 2400 BC; books from the 16th century; or World Fair souvenirs from 1904. Listen to stories with your family; get tips for finding scholarships or changing jobs; or help on building a family tree.
For more information on the event, visit the Library's newly redesigned web site (www.slpl.lib.mo.us) or call 314-539-0539.
Americans Are Using More Credit to Pay for Higher Energy Costs
ST. LOUIS, (SLFP.com), October 9, 2005 - Almost one third (31%) of Americans say they are using more credit to pay the higher prices for energy and other consumer goods resulting from Hurricane Katrina, according to the Cambridge Consumer Credit Index. 19% say they are using less credit, while 50% say they are using the same amount of credit as they did a year ago.
"The results of the Cambridge Consumer Credit Index wildcard question show that higher prices for energy and other consumer items brought on by the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina are causing a large amount of Americans to use more credit than they did a year ago because they just don't have enough income to pay these higher costs. Lower income Americans are feeling the pinch most, since they have little discretionary income to start with," says Jordan Goodman, spokesperson/financial analyst for the Cambridge Consumer Credit Index.
These findings are the result of monthly nationwide telephone poll of 800+ adults conducted by ICR/International Communications Research in the past week, sponsored by Cambridge Credit Counseling Corporation.
The overall Cambridge Consumer Credit Index fell by three points in October to 62. Use of credit rose slightly in the past month and but consumers expect to use less credit in the coming month and six months. The "Reality Gap," which is the difference between the amount of debt consumers say they will pay off in the next month versus the amount of debt they actually paid off a month later, fell by two points from September to 21 percentage points. A month ago, 80% of Americans planned to pay off debt, while a month later only 59% actually did so.
Chris Viale, President & C.E.O. of Cambridge Credit Counseling Corp. said, "The fact that people are increasing their use of credit to cover higher energy costs offers yet another example of the importance of budgeting and saving. In some cases, incomes just are not sufficient to keep up with rising prices."
"Consumers in this position really need to evaluate how they can use less energy," stated Viale. "Simple steps like wearing a sweater instead of turning the heat up will help keep costs down. Everybody should contact their utility providers and inquire about any budget plans that may be available. For those of us that are still spending more on our wants than our needs, now is the time to make a budget and savings plan in addition to using less energy."
St. Louis Named Among 100 Best
Communities for Young People
ST. LOUIS, (SLFP.com), September 30, 2005 - Mayor Francis G. Slay brought together political, civic, business, faith, education, providers, parents and youth Thursday to begin a planning process that will result in the development of a coordinated system of afterschool programs for children/youth in our community.
"Access to high-quality after school programs is critical to our ability to improve the health, safety, academic achievement and overall development of the next generation of leaders in government and industry," said Mayor Slay. "The work being done here today is very important to that effort."
The key goals of the Summit include:
- Increasing key stakeholder awareness about the need for and importance of building a coordinated system of afterschool programs in the City of St. Louis.
- Obtaining understanding among key stakeholders about the benefits to children and families of a coordinated system of afterschool programs in the City of St. Louis.
- Offering key stakeholders the opportunity to commit to ongoing participation in developing a coordinated system of afterschool programs in the City of St. Louis.
- Obtaining input from key stakeholders about the steps necessary to develop a coordinated system of afterschool programs in the City of St. Louis.
"This is an exciting opportunity for the St. Louis community to make a difference for children," said Jama Dotson, Executive Director St. Louis for Kids. "A comprehensive system of after school programs will enhance academic achievement, provide safe, enriching programs and activities for our children during non-school hours."
The planning committee will work on implementing recommendations from the Summit to create a coordinated system of afterschool programs in the City of St. Louis by 2010.
Slay also announced the City of St. Louis has been named as one of America's best communities for children by America's Promise. America's Promise was founded by General Colin Powell and is supported by all living presidents. The winners were chosen by a distinguished panel of civic, business, and non profit leaders including former U.S. Health and Human Services Director Donna Shalala and baseball great Cal Ripken, Jr.
St. Louis is being recognized for our model programs to end lead poisoning of children, prepare children to learn, improve the public schools, increase the number of kids who go to college, give kids something to do after school, build new playgrounds, reduce teen crime, and help at risk kids.
Archived St. Louis Community Information:
 Missourians Will Have to Show Proof for New Driver's Licenses
Governor Blunt Signs New Family Legislation
Family Justice Center in Downtown St. Louis
Missouri Governor Matt Blunt Featured Speaker at World Trade Day
Mathews-Dickey Boys' & Girls' Club Receives State Tax Credits for Programs
Local Arts Organizations Receive Grants
More Seniors Use Technology to Stay Connected
New Home Construction in January Sets Monthly Record
St. Louis Launches Project Heartbeat PAD Program
City Library to Open Facility in Old Post Office
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