Clark County Association for Home & Community Education ...Nov 02, 2013 · February 2014 Clark...

February 2014

Clark County HCE Newsletter

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February 2014

Clark County Association for

Home & Community Education

“The

Grapevine”

Mission Statement of the Wisconsin Association for Home and Community Education

HCE Offers Opportunities for: Learning in a social setting

Sharing what we learn

Caring to make a difference in our homes, communities, and the world

Diana’s Notes . . .

The Groundhog is promising us six more weeks of winter….I guess we usually get winter up until the end of March, whether he sees his shadow or not, don’t we? It is getting to be a long, cold one, at any rate. Saturday the weather cooperated for once, and we had a productive morning at the Loyal City Hall, learning about relationship building. About half of our clubs were represented, so if those not in attendance would like the information for club meetings, feel free to contact the extension office, and they can provide you with the packets. You do miss the instruction and feedback when you don’t attend the project lessons, however. In this newsletter you will find information about the mini-sessions for the Spring meeting in April, the Cultural Arts forms for you to fill out, and also registration for the West District meeting to be held Thursday, April 3. This one will be in Arkdale, a community I have never personally visited. It is located in Adams county, another one of our new counties. These meetings are open to people other than board members so look the registration form over, and see if it is something you would enjoy attending. We usually car-pool, so contact one of the board members if you are interested in attending. Just a reminder…our treasurer usually sends all the registrations in together, so send your registration and payment to Lois Becker, Loyal Wi. Att: West District meeting Just a reminder about the exciting trip to Door County being planned for this spring, just in time for the cherry blossoms, April 26. It is a bit more costly than most HCE trips, but I’m sure it will be well worth it. Registration for that was in the January newsletter and are due April 7. Seems like there is a lot going on in April, but I think by then people are going to be anxious to get out of the house and doing something! I am still hoping for someone willing to volunteer for the position of Vice-President. We are also in need of a third person for the Cultural Arts Committee. Neither one of these positions require much in the way of a commitment, so please consider volunteering. Here’s hoping to see you at many of these events this spring…in the meantime , stay warm and drive carefully! So far my record is once in the ditch, and once stuck in my own driveway, no damage either time. Don’t you just love Wisconsin winters? Diana Schuette HCE President

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Gwen joined us at several meetings in 2011 before joining Live and Learn HCE in 2012. She participated in our activities and was a good club member, sharing many stories about her trips to other countries.

Gwen was a retired kindergarten teacher, having taught in country schools, and 42 years in Loyal Elementary School. Her travels took her to 58 countries and 47 states in the U.S. She entertained us at HCE Day with

presentations on her travels. She had many awards and was one of the first recipients of the Herb Kohl Foundation Fellowship award, but was best known

for her kindergarten Easter Parades. She will be missed by HCE and the entire community.

Club News Owen Happy Homemakers-

Dec. 19th—Christmas Potluck at Chris & Gary’s was a great success.

Move & Groove will ask for volunteer hours by 4/12 HCE day

March 13th next meeting at CCHC Hostess Patty Orth– Spring Bingo and Jelly Bean Jar.

Home Ministry Projects to sew and donate by 3/21 to Forward Financial Bank Merry Homemakers-

Discussed Flu strain same as swine flu from 2009. Not to late—get Flu shots now.

23 pillowcases made for St. Joseph Hospital, for children to take home. Hilltop-

Discussed wallpaper removal and lead exposures

A verbal report was given on coconut oil and its many uses,

Winter Safety tips were discussed.

China’s one child policy becoming more lenient to allow some families 2 children now.

A reminder to collect HCE Day items, and Dairy Bar still in need of a co-chair. Lone Pine-

Report on sleeping well get your 7-8 each night

Report given on keeping your memory sharp

Donation to Greenwood and loyal Food Pantries' Candlelight Homemakers-

Christmas project was completed with Clothes and Toys purchased for a boy.

Motion was made to keep all incumbent officers , it was seconded, and Motion carried.

Family potluck picnic discussed for June.

In Remembrance A Tribute to Gwen Pigott

1937-2014

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2014 HCE DAY “You are my Sunshine”

Saturday, April 12th St. John’s Church, Withee

8:30am– 1:30pm

Guest Speakers: Bill and Linda Bauer: Alaska and the Iditarod. Mini Sessions:

Diana Schutte: A video on the State Parks, personal experiences from Diana and sharing of the group. Linda Imler: Flex and Self Defense– Some new ideas from last year, but bring the black sticks if you bought one, more to do with them. Deb Englebretson– We will be creating a simple solar lantern using a glass jar, a solar light stake and some wire. Decorate it with an image cut from contact paper, then brush etching cream inside it. The result is a simple but unique lantern for outdoors. It is an easy craft for everyone. All supplies are included and you will leave with a finished craft project to take home. Cost is $5.00 per person.

Remember

Bring plate, cup, and silverware. And a dish to pass.

HCE DAY INTERNATIONAL COLLECTIONS for Nicaragua

Food Pantry Items Donations needed for the sewing project : fabric 1/2 yd. or more, lightweight pins, needles, buttons, threads ribbon, velcro, zippers, snaps trims, laces, beads, etc. Crochet hooks, knitting needles, hoops, yarns embroidery floss, patterns, quilting materials and books. Irons, ironing boards, sewing machines, ands scissors. Items needed for the kitchen project: mixers, baking pans, bowls, scrapers, spatulas, measuring cups and spoons, icing bags, and icing tips for bags. Sign up form on next page –fill out and return the form by March 28th with payment of $2.00.

Any questions please call Sandy Fritz:715-229-2323

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Registration Form for HCE Day Saturday April 12, 2014

Remember to bring plates, cup and silverware

Must Register by March 28th With Payment

_____________________________ _______________________ Name Phone number

______________________________________ Address

Club Members List Club Below Cost For Day _________________________________ Check One That Applies:

2014 Member at large $2.00 plus Dish to pass Non-member attending HCD Day Only $2.00 plus Dish to pass Non-member wanting to join (Dues to be Paid) $2.00 plus Dish to pass Non-member being sponsored by a club ___________________ $2.00 plus Dish to pass List Club Please HCE Member from Neighboring County ____________________ $2.00 plus Dish to pass List County Please Neighboring County Presidents _____________________________ FREE List county Please

Choose your Mini Session Place 1 by your first choice, 2 by second choice and 3, by third choice Seating is first come first serve basis

State Parks– Diana Schutte

Solar Lantern ($5.00 material charge-payable at class), Deb Englebretson

Flex and Self Defense, (bring black sticks if you bought them last year), Linda Imler

Complete and Mail to HCE Day Registration, Sandy Fritz Coordinator, W3766 CO. RD N, Owen, WI 54460 Any Questions contact Sandy Fritz 715-229-2323

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20. Bonus Category—Build an Owl For the past two years our “Bonus” contest has been greeted with a lot of excitement and participation. We decided to do it again with another theme. This year we are going to try to have you build an Owl.

The bonus category is just for fun!!!! Note– There is a size restriction. No larger than 10” X 8” X8” (vertical and horizontal)

Here are the rules to enter 1. The display you use for your creation is of your choice 2. You can use any media to construct your entry. As with Cultural Arts entries, your entry should be judged in some way at the County level. Please bring only one entry from each county. The entry will be turned in with your other Cultural Arts entries and will be put on display somewhere in the conference center. This will not be a judged category– instead OWLS will be voted on by those attending the conference. Each person will receive a “vote slip” in their packets when they register for the 2014 WAHCE State Conference. Then it will be up to all attending to choose the best looking entry. We hope all counties will like the idea and join in the fun. Any questions contact Veronica Sustar, N2894 Overgaard Road, Mauston, WI 53948, (608)847-1140, email: [email protected]

Invitation! Invitation! Invitation! Northwest District welcomes all HCE members

September 8 thru 10, 2014 Make your reservations by calling 1-800-225-5937

WAHCE get an $85.00 bedroom rate Condos also available

Thursday, March 13

Clark County Health Care Center Owen-Withee

12:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Monday, March 24 American Legion Hall

Loyal12:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 27 High School (east gym)

Greenwood 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Monday, March 31

American Legion Hall Neillsville

11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, April 8 Fire Hall Thorp

12:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Monday, April 14 High School

Colby 1:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Clark County American Red Cross Blood Mobile Drives

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Best of Door County

Saturday, April 26, 2014 Join us as we have a private wine tasting at Harbor Ridge Winery in Egg Harbor. Lunch will be at the fabulous “English Inn” which will include dessert of cherry pie a la mode. We will then be taken on a scenic narrated tour atop 225 foot limestone bluffs. We will hear the legends and lore of Door County’s colorful past and view the spring blossoms and carpeted forest wildflowers that spring brings. Our next stop will be a short time for shopping in the quaint village of Fish Creek. Orchard County Winery is our final stop. Enjoy the many great wines, ciders, and homemade products this unique winery/marketplace has to offer. We will be traveling by Progressive travel to Door County where we will board the trolley. There will be a short fast food breakfast stop at McDonalds. This cost will be on your own. You will be able to purchase food and bring it back onto the bus: On our return trip home we will be stopping at the Master Buffet in Wausau for supper. This cost is included in your trip. Cost of the trip will be $110.00 for HCE members and $115.00 for non HCE members. Includes Bus transportation, all meals except fast food breakfast stop, trolley tour, wine tasting, and tips. Pick up times: Spencer (Progressive Travel garage) 5:00 a.m. Neillsville (Gordy’s Country Market) 5:40 a.m. Greenwood (Mayville Market) 6:10 a.m. Owen (High School-west side) 6:30 a.m.

Registrations are due by April 7, 2014

Send registration form, payment (made payable to Clark County HCE) and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Joan Buchholz N6204 State Hwy 73 Neillsville, WI 54456 If you have any questions please contact Joan at 715-743-4528 (home) or 715-937-2279 (cell).

HCE Spring Tour Name

Mailing Address

City, State and Zip

Phone Number ____ I am a club or individual member of HCE $110.00 each ____ Non-member $115.00 each I will board the bus at: ___ Spencer ___ Neillsville ___ Greenwood ___ Owen Please check the following statement acknowledging that you agree to the terms: ____ I voluntarily and without reservation on behalf of

myself, my heirs, executors, and assigns assume the risk of the tour/trip and waive any

and all claims of whatever against the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System and all its employees, agents, and the officer of the Clark County Association for Home and Community Education.

A registration form and payment must be returned for each person by . Send registration form, payment (made payable to Clark County HCE) and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Joan Buchholz

N6204 State Hwy 73

Neillsville, WI 54456

Registration fee is not refundable but can be

transferred to another person.

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Wisconsin Association for Home & Community Education

On the Move and In The Groove March 2nd to May 24th 2014

Family and Community Life will again be focusing in walking and exercise as a county wide activity. Any Activity you do between March 2nd and May 24th can be counted. This includes walking, biking, gardening, cleaning, painting, swimming, hiking, etc. Each 20 minutes equal 1

point, for example one hour equals 3 points. All forms for individuals or groups are on the WAHCE website “wahceinc.org” or you may develop your own as long as you use points for your totals. Remember, one point for 20 minutes of activity. Compile your reports at the county level or

send your individual reports to Vice President for Family and Community Life. Your reports should include totals for each individual.

Please remember to include the name, address, county, phone and e-mail for the person sending in the report.

In 2013 there were 32 counties that reported participation in “On The Move And In The Groove”. Give Yourselves a big hand and lets see what we can do in 2014!

Number of Participants reported about 200

Points: 53,921 Hours: 19,483

Minutes: 1,151,010 Miles: 57,550

Winners for 2013 were; Adams (10) 3,594 points, Chippewa (12) 8,721 points, and Outagamie (14) 8,897 points.

Please forward your reports to me by June 20th 2014. I need them for my NVON report in July. If I don't have them on time they are not included. These

numbers look good on our report to NVON. Thanks You to all of you for your participation. Looking forward to 2014!

Donna Kohnke VP Family and Community Life

N6664 Kohnke Rd. Cambria, WI 53923

Phone- (920) 348-5750 or email [email protected]

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Starting Weight

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day Thursday Friday Saturday

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Week 5 / March 31– April 6

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Week 6 / April 7 – 13

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Week 9 / April 28 – May 4

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Week 10 / May 5 – 11

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Week 11 / May 12 – 18

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Week 12 / May 19 – 25

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Lois Becker, Clark County HCE Treasurer N8094 CTH K, Loyal WI 54446

2014 HCE Spring West District Meeting “HCE Building Community Together for Tomorrow

April 3, 2014 The Adams County Home and community Education Association invites you th the HCE Spring West District Meeting to be held on

Thursday, April 3, 2014 at the Trinity Lutheran church, Arkdale. Registration with beverages and light refreshments will be from 9:00-9:30 AM. The meeting will begin at 9:30am.

Our theme is “HCE Building Community Together for Tomorrow” very appropriate as we work to improve our Communities. There will be a general business session, breakout sessions, a keynote speaker and a team-building activity throughout the

day We look Forward to you hearing our keynote speaker Amy Wiza, Program Director for Wisconsin Nicaragua Partners of the Americas.

Don’t forget your “Spring Basket” to raise funds for West District. A delicious salad and dessert luncheon will be provided. With this newsletter is the registration form to be completed by each county. Registration cost for the day is $12.00 per person plus any craft session cost. Return the registration by March 15th, to allow for adequate planning. If you have any questions, contact Jane Grabarski at 608-584-5327. Registrations are non refundable but can be transferred. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities and limitations should be made prior to date of program, by calling Adams County UW– Extension Office at 608-339-4237. Requests will be kept confidential.

Mail Registrations To; Lois Becker, Clark County HCE Treasurer N8094 CTH K, Loyal WI 54446

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CC HCE Executive Board Meeting 2014

February 4, 2014

The HCE Executive Board Meeting was called to order at 6:40 p.m. by President Diana Schuette with the Flag Pledge and HCE Creed.

The meeting was held at the ADS in Greenwood.

Present were: President, Diana Schuette; Membership/Marketing Coordinator, Cindy Craig; Historian, Mary Kipp; and Secretary, Joan

Knack.

The Secretary minutes were read and approved by consensus. The final Treasurer’s report and the Year-End Report Summary for

2013 by Past Treasurer, Pat Miller were reviewed.

DIRECTOR REPORTS: 1] Cindy Craig reported that she either needs some help or someone to take over the job of Coordinator for the

Dairy Bar. We discussed possible solutions for the problem and agreed we will work on finding help for her. 2] Sandy Fritz was not

present but we reviewed plans for HCE Day which will be held on April 12 at St. John’s Church in Withee. All arrangements are

complete at this time. --The Bauer’s will give a presentation on their trip to Alaska, Diana will narrate a video on the State Parks, the

Flex exercise will be repeated, and there will be a craft project. Diane’s club is in charge of breakfast. 3] Historian Mary Kipp is

working on identifying 50-year members for HCE Day. 4] Cindy Craig stated that nothing is happening in Marketing/Membership.

COMMITTEE REPORTS: 1] Joanne Trunkel is the Cultural Arts Chair and will be in charge of Cultural Arts at HCE Day. 2] The tour to

Door County on April 26 was discussed.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 1] The project “Getting Our Hearts Right” – Keys to better relationships, was presented by FLE Nancy Vance

on February 1st . Clubs that were unable to send a representative may pick up handouts at the Extension Office. 2] The WAHCE

Conference will be held in Cable, WI September 8, 9, and 10.

NEW BUSINESS: 1] Information on the West District Meeting will be in the next issue of the Grapevine. Anyone interested in

attending should send the form to Lois Becker.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m. by President Schuette.

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