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Champaign County Home and Community Education ….making a difference for families since 1918
Mary Lou Younger, President – 398-3317 Carol Froeschl, Editor – 621-2724
CCHCE Website: champaigncountyhce.wordpress.com [email protected]
MAY 2017 The CHATTER
Main Events – 2017
MAY 31st – Special Activity: Green Mill Theater in Arcola–SEE PAGE 3 for details deadline June 2nd – Developmental Service Center fundraiser – see page 10
June 5th – HCE Board Meeting – 9:30 a.m. at FBA – June CHATTER info DUE May 29th
June 8th – CHATTER mailing – Penfield Unit – 1:00 p.m. at FBA
June 16th – MEMBERSHIP EVENT – 8:30 at FBA – Crafts at event will be Christmas in June –Pg. 8
July 3rd – HCE Board Meeting – 9:30 a.m. at FBA – July CHATTER info DUE June 26th
July 6th – CHATTER Mailing – Pesotum Unit - 1:00 p.m. at FBA
July 28th – Garage Sale Set-up – 4:00 p.m. at FBA SEE Page 9 for Garage Sale Pickup
July 29th – Garage Sale – 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at FBA & Pricing Schedule
August 4th – SEPTEMBER LESSON: “Rain Gardens” – 9 a.m. at FBA. August Craft Holiday Wreath
with some natural materials (fall and/or winter).
August 7th – HCE Board Meeting – 9:30 a.m. at FBA -
August 9th – IAHCE District Workshop – Springfield – all members invited to attend.
August 10th – CHATTER Mailing – Philo
August 28th – September Board Meeting -9:30 a.m. at FBA
Wednesday, September 6th – OCTOBER Lesson “Modern Food Trends” at 2:00 p.m. Webinar at FBA
SEPTEMBER Unit meetings appoint nominating committee for unit elections of officers in
October – Make a Difference Day – during month of October October 5th CHATTER Mailing – Royal Unit – 12:00 p.m. at FBA
October 5th –this is Thursday - NOVEMBER LESSON “Eggs” at 2:00 p.m. Webinar at FBA
HCE MONTH Activities October 11th – Membership Event at the FBA
October 18th – Game Day at 10:00 a.m. at FBA
October 26th – Cultural Art Show – Selection for State Conference at 9:30 a.m. at FBA
October UNIT’s Elect Unit OFFICERS FOR 2018 November 3rd – JANUARY Lesson “Elder Exploitation” at 9:00 a.m. at FBA
November 9th – CHATTER Mailing – 2:00 p.m. at FBA – St Joseph Unit
November 10th & 11th – Holiday Trees/Wreath Craft Sale – Set up Fri., 12-5; Sale Sat. 8-4 at FBA
November 29th – International Luncheon – 11:00 a.m. at FBA
DECEMBER 1st – UNIT DUES are due to County Treasurer
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Champaign County
HCE Board 2017
President
Mary Lou Younger
2288 CR 1100E
Champaign, IL 61822-9406 217/398-3317
[email protected]
\First Vice President
Bobbi McEntire
2413 Heritage Drive
Champaign, IL 61820-7306 217/351-7308
[email protected]
Second Vice President Carol Froeschl
2503 Bedford Drive.
Champaign, IL 61820-7705
217/621-2724 [email protected]
Secretary
Sue Christensen 3830 Thornhill Drive
Champaign, IL 61822
217/352-9157 [email protected]
Treasurer Melissa Chitwood
1408 E 2250 N White Heath, Il 61884-9319
217/493-4441
[email protected]
Family and Community Issues
Judy French
1104 Oakcrest Drive Rantoul, IL 61866
217/892-4105
[email protected]
Cultural Arts -
Richey Vanderspool
P.O. Box 187 White Heath, IL 61884
217/649-9893
no email
International
Vickie Siebenhaar
803 Harvard
Champaign, IL 61820 217/493-5247
[email protected]
Special Activities Dorothy Rogers
302 W. Linden, Box 407
Tolono, IL 61880-0407 217/485-5225
[email protected]
Volunteer Hours Luanna Olson
909 Trailway Drive
Champaign, IL 61811-2079 217/355-2276
[email protected]
Chatter Editor Carol Froeschl
2503 Bedford Drive
Champaign, IL 61820-7705
[email protected]
Chatter Mailings
Vickie Siebenhaar
803 Harvard Champaign, IL 61820
217/493-5247
[email protected]
We had a wonderful board meeting in April. Many of the Unit Chairmen
were present and their input was greatly beneficial and appreciated. We also
had a special guest, Josephine Marner from the Prairie Association. Her input
was greatly appreciated and turned the direction of our project completely
around. Things we would not have thought about. Thank you all. Hope to have
everyone back again.
Mary Lou Younger
Hi Ladies I can't wait for the annual luncheon. Hopefully you all will enjoy the program.
The church ladies always prepare such a great meal. Please plan to attend. Also
don't forget Dorothy’s trip down to Arcola. She always makes it special for us.
We can't thank her enough for all the great trips she has scheduled.
Start thinking about getting rid of all that extra stuff for our annual garage
sale. Think how good it feels to let it go
Bobbi 1st vice
WELCOME to
“Terry Crowley”
Terry joined the Mahomet Unit at their last meeting. The Mahomet Units
lists their meeting the Mahomet Citizen and she saw where they were meeting
and come to their meetings. I know other units have their meetings listed also
in their local newspaper - We have 6 new members so far in 2017 – keep up the
good work – Invite friends to our Membership Event on June 16th -- NEW
MEMBERS, I hope you will come and join us on June 16th.
*** MEMBERSHIP EVENT – DATE CHANGE
JUNE 16th at 8:30 a.m. at FBA
DETAILS in this issue of the CHATTER – see PAGE 8
Ladies, at the 2017 Annual Conference, Peggy Long the State Cultural
Enrichment Director handed out the directions for the new project of the year.
This year HCE is focusing on showing appreciation for the police and fire
departments. The project is crocheting little dresses for bears. You can give
these to the police and fire departments for kids in crisis, but remember to
always check to see if they want them. You could also use these for gifts for
battered women’s shelters, or even for the nursing homes. They usually have
bingo games and need prizes, or for gifts in the homes where they have no
relative to bring them gifts. Let me know how you use yours.
SEE Page 11 Richey Vanderspool, Cultural Enrichment Director
CULTURAL ARTS
SECOND VICE PRESIDENT - Membership
FIRST VICE PRESIDENT
From the PRESIDENT
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Sitting here enjoying the 70 degree weather and
spirit. Time to make plans for the summer. Remembering
that as a child I was so excited for this time of the year
knowing I would soon be on a summer break from
school. I'm looking forward to sitting on my swing on my
deck and just enjoying the breeze on my face and then it
will be summer and very hot out. I'm going to enjoy these
brief days of lovely weather.
I want to thank all the units that have contributed to
and helped with the group homes. Please send me a note
or call and let me know what you are doing, I know
everything you do is so appreciated by the
residents. Also, start gathering all those wonderful items
for our garage sale it's a great way to clear out our clutter
and raise money.
SEWING DATES: Thurs., June 22nd and Monday,
July 24th. at FBA from 9:30 a.m. – 3. Bring a sack lunch
– Please call Elizabeth Michael if you are planning to
come. Elizabeth Michael, Chrm
INTERNATIONAL Vickie Siebenhaar
“Adam & Eve – Go to Marriage
Counseling” at the Green Mill
Theatre in Arcola on May 31st at
11:30 a.m. with noon Buffet catered
from Neimerg’s. Furnish your own
transportation-be there when doors open. Welcome to
HCE members, spouses or BRING A GUEST. $25 per
person – mail to Dorothy Rogers, P.O. Box 407, Tolono,
IL 61880.
DEADLINE MAY 10th. Dorothy Rogers, 485-5225
NOTE: DEADLINE change to May 10th.
JOIN US FOR A FUN SHOW and GREAT FOOD!
Congratulations to everyone who turned in their
volunteer hours for 2016. You made it possible for us to
take the "STATE AWARD" at the conference in Peoria by
having the most volunteer hours in the district.
I thought you might enjoy the state statistics for
volunteer hours. 87 members turned in 1000 hours or
more; 2019 members turned in hours; 60 of 74 counties
reported; 318 certificates and 730 seals were earned; and
the total hours turned in was 581,966 representing a total
value of $13,711.119.
African Proverb:
"One volunteer is better than ten forced men."
JUNE CHATTER
DEADLINE
BY MAY 29th, 2017 or sooner SEND to: Carol Froeschl
2503 Bedford Drive
Champaign, IL 61820
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 217/621-2724
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CHATTER FOLDING:
. JUNE 8th – PENFIELD UNIT folding:
1:00 p.m–FBA –
Thank You to the ladies that folded the April Chatter. Ceil
Castello & Donna Prahl, Staley Unit; Marylou Younger,
Earlier Riser Unit; Richey Vanderspool, Mary Miller,
Donna Schierer, Bonnie Cook and Sharon Nielsen,
Mahomet Unit; Vickie Siebenhaar. Bondville/Seymour
Unit.
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“Down by the Riverside with HCE”
Membership Report - 302 – May 1, 2017
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CRAFTING by HCE – Jean’s Craft Club
Our June 16th craft meeting will be combined with the
Spring Membership Event.
We will have 3 hours to finish our projects which include:
1. Picture frame door arrangement with flowers and
ribbon.
2. Painting of a wooden Christmas ornament with an
assortment to pick from.
3. Small Angel (10") out of glass and netting.
4. Decophage of clear (3 inch diameter)
ornament. You may bring a photo to fit, otherwise we'll
have something.
5. Star ornament made of ribbon.
You may do one or all. Cost is $7. If you do not want
to participate, you're welcome just to visit. There will be
refreshments.
We would like to do a 3 foot beautiful Angel that a
former HCE member showed me. That is still pending
due to the high cost of styrofoam balls. It would take the
3 hours to finish. We'll let you know in the next chatter
issue.
Please let Richey or Mary Lou know if you are
CHATTER DEADLINE
From the CCHCE
Board Meetings
FAMILY and COMMUNITY ISSUES
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
VOLUNTEER HOURS
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planning to attend so we have enough supplies. Thank
you. Richey Vanderspool and Mary Lou Younger
BONDVILLE/SEYMOUR UNIT
The Bondville/Seymour HCE Unit met on Tuesday,
April 11, 2017 at 1:30 pm at the Bondville Village Hall.
We welcomed our co-chairman, Eleanor Cole and she
called the meeting to order. 13 members were present.
Joan Jordan, secretary, read the minutes and they were
approved as corrected. Vicki Siebenhaar, treasurer,
reported a total of $266.02 in the treasury. The report was
filed for audit.
We have been “passing the flower” to get to know one
another. This month we heard about the interesting lives
of Shirley Fisher and Linda Meachum. Gretchen Potter is
scheduled to share her life with us in May.
Eleanor Cole thanked Sharon for the meeting outline
for the meetings that she will lead.
Luanna Olson, who is in the Volunteer Hours chair,
reminded everyone to turn in their volunteer hours. Vicki
Siebenhaar, Becky Powers and Pat Meriedth had the most
hours in the county.
Sharon Ellis reported that there are several positions
open on the HCE Board. All units are urged to invite new
members to their unit.
Sue Christensen, Community Outreach chair, reported
that the dates for the summer sewing days are June 22 and
July 24. Call Elizabeth Michaels if you plan to attend.
Sue is also checking on the progress of a possible unit
DSC outreach project. Jean’s Craft Club will make angels
for “Christmas in June” on the 16th. Mark your calendars.
Pat Meriedth, Cultural Arts chair, talked about making
the railroad necklaces as soon as she can find the needed
materials. Sharon Ellis brought her flower arrangement
that she made in the craft club. Both projects were very
nice and looked like fun to do. May 5th craft project is
“Learn to Crochet.”
Linda Meachum, chair of Family Issues, discussed the
need to show respect and teach others to do the same for
the military, veterans, law enforcement and first
responders.
Judy Swiger, Special Activities chair, moved the date of
our summer get together to June 20. She will explore
member suggestions.
Vicki Siebenhaar and Sue Christensen took spring
flowers to Luanna Olson, from our unit, who had hip
surgery.May 3rd is the annual meeting. It is $20 for lunch
and the program. Sharon Ellis discussed with us the
proposed changes to the Constitution.
The meeting adjourned at 2:45 pm. Judy Swiger did an
excellent lesson on “Difficult Discussions.” Joan Jordan,
DEWEY/FISHER UNIT
Twelve members of the Dewey-Fisher unit met for their
regular meeting in April and welcomed their newest
member Elfrieda West, who was accompanied by her
daughter, Sylvia Elrod, who was visiting that day. Since
the lesson topic was a "heavy" one we began with a
"lighter" topic and had a short verbal quiz about comedy
in the early days of radio (1930-1950). The lesson about
"Difficult Conversations" prompted a significant amount
of response from the listeners. Membership Chairperson,
Melvina Heap, reported we now have 20 members in our
unit. Marge Probasco, 4-H Chairperson, reported the Four
Corners Cooking Club is using the kitchen at the Farm
Bureau building for some of their meetings. She noted the
club could use some financial help to underwrite the cost
of some of their projects. We will discuss further at our
May meeting. Eve reminded everyone that the deadline to
make reservations for Dorothy Rogers trip to the dinner
theater in Arcola is May 10th and the cost is $25.00 per
person. Transportation to that event is on your own. She
also took a head count of those attending the Annual
Meeting on May 3rd and reminded everyone that a check
made out to our unit for $20.00 needs to be given to
Virginia Welborn so she can send one check to the
Champaign office. Bobbi McEntire and Marge Probasco
were recognized for having over 1000volunteer hours
each. Bobbi McEntire is planning our special activity in
July and we will discuss it further at our May
meeting. Eva Springer
EARLY RISERS UNIT
The Early Risers met at Denny's with 9 members
present. Sam McCall led the group in the Pledge of
Allegiance and the Homemaker's Aim. Minutes from the
March meeting were approved as read.
Myra Francis, an active member of Early Risers from
1986-2015 and an at large member from 2015, died April
16, 2017. We will give a memorial gift to her
church. Mary Lou Ganaway's husband also died in April.
Four members are going to the annual meeting. Early
Risers is responsible for decorations and will meet early
that day at the church in Savoy.
Erna Mennega had the cow this month and talked about
her life as a dairy farmer's wife, her hobbies, travels, and
award-winning cinnamon bread. Members remember that
bread and, no, she is not giving away the recipe!
Sam presented the lesson "Debt Myths" and many
members shared information on scams.
Elaine Hershbarger, secretary
MAHOMET UNIT
The Mahomet Unit met on April 19 at the Community
Building. Bonnie opened the meeting with the Pledge and
Aim. Roll call “DoYou have a Last Will” which was
answered by 10 members.
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The lesson was “Difficult Discussions” was discussed
by several members. We learned how important it was to
have funeral arrangement in order while all members were
alert and able to compromise such things as buried or
cremation, burial plot and as much paid down as possible
or worked out. Have all paper together and placed where
several family members can find them. It is important for
family to get together rand figure out how to dispose of
articles, sale, exchange or gifts. Most all to try hard to
cooperate and not leave had feelings in the family.
The annual meeting was discussed and several plan to
attend. Also discussed was the Unit’s trip planned to
Arcola, Il in June to the Wildlife park.
The minutes and treasurer’s reports were read and
approved. Donna Shirer gave the Cultural Arts report and
Sue Hesketh gave the 4-H report. Sharon Nielsen gave
the Family Issues report. It wasongrandparents.
Sometimes confusion come up between partners and
grandparents. She explain some. Refreshments were
servedby Elizabeth Michael and Sue Hesketh.
Viola Dunlap
MAYVIEW UNIT The April 4, 2017 meeting was held at the home of Joyce
Smith at 1:00 P.M. with Ruthann Shurts helping with the
refreshments of assorted cookies, nuts and drinks. Carol
called meeting to order with the Pledge to the Flag and the
H.C.E. Homemaker's Aim recited. Pat led us in singing
"Easter Parade" for our song.
Joyce Smith gave the lesson, "Difficult
Discussions". In case of death, you should have a Health
Power of Attorney, and be sure your family knows what
your wishes and plans are for the funeral, they should also
know where your will is kept. You should have notes as
to what and to whom your possessions go to after you die,
place of burial, songs you wish to be sung, and
arrangements considered for your funeral. You should
also have a list of passwords, for computer, bank
statements, tax returns, etc. Everyone should have an up to
date will!!! She gave us a handout with other
suggestions.
Attendance was taken by answering, "Do you have a
Last Will?" Eleven members were present. The minutes
were read and approved. Linda Flessner has taken
supplies to the group home we are helping with such as a
personalized Easter egg for each one with money in
it. Next month she will take seeds to plant for each one,
and on their birthday, each one gets a balloon and a
birthday card. She gave Pat a bill for $30.99 for supplies
she's bought so far. The residents look forward to her
coming. Joyce made a motion and Judy Stahl 2nd the
motion, all said yes to reimburse Linda for the
supplies. Thank you, Linda.
Pat gave the bank balance of $343.48, for the
Treasurer's report. Our club, Mayview folds the chatter on
May 4th at the FBA. The Annual meeting is May 3, 2017
at Savoy Methodist Church at 9:30 A.M., the cost is
$20.00.The Membership Event is June 16, 2017 at the
Farm Bureau. Birthdays for April are Judie Heck, April
25, Nancy Mathis 28th, and Pat Kerr-Mooney the
27. Meeting adjourned. Gerry Windler
PENFIELD UNIT
Penfield HCE met April 18 with Judy Foster hostess in her
home. The meeting was called to order by Roxie Sage,
Chr. Seven members were present with 2 visitors, Carol
Froeschl and Mary Lou Younger, HCE County officers.
The business meeting was held after reciting the Pledge of
Allegiance, The Homemaker’s Aim and the Collect for
Club Women. Topics covered included a preview of the
Annual Meeting and questions and answers about the July
garage sale and pickup points. The Philippine Islands are
the International culture being studied this year. Lisa
Lewey-Shields gave a report on Community Issues. She
brought to our attention a group called SeekandFindin
Rantoul that operates much like Salt and Light in
Champaign. Volunteers are given credit for the hours they
work and use these credits to make purchases. Donations
are accepted of almost anything clean and useable. Harriet
Hindered made a motion seconded by Rosetta Suits to
bring canned goods and similar food items to the next
meeting to donate to Seek and find. Lisa Lewey-Shields
will be hostess in May. The Penfield unit will fold the
Chatter on June 8. Judy Foster gave the very interesting
lesson on Difficult Discussions. Carol Froeschel took a
group photo for County use. Refreshments were served by
the hostess over great conversation.
PESOTUM The April 21st meeting of the Pesotum HCE met at
1pm at the Community Building with 11 members and 1
guest present. After the Pledge of Allegiance and
Homemaker's Aim roll call was answered to "What is your
favorite pollinator?".
Anita Gilliland recapped our last meeting as both
myself and our Secretary were not at last month's
meeting. A representative from Arbor Rose in Tolono
discussed with members ways that we could volunteer to
assist the residents for our Volunteer Hours. Mary Piercy
gave the treasurer's report which was approved as read.
Nancy Blackburn reminded members that payment was
due by May 10th for Dorothy Rogers' trip to Arcola May
31st. Payment is also due by April 24th for those wishing
to attend the Annual meeting on May 3rd.
Our guest for this meeting was HCE Second Vice
Carol Froeschl who took a photo of our unit. It was nice
seeing you, Carol!
A discussion was held regarding our May meeting. It
was decided that we should meet at Flesor's Candy
Kitchen in Tuscola.
Due to Dorothy Rogers not being at this meeting the
lesson on "Difficult Discussions" was given by Nancy
Blackburn who had no difficulty at all.
After the meeting was adjourned, Anita Gilliland
served members refreshments. The raffle was won by
Joan O'Bryan, Bridgie Cler, and Elaine Aaltonen.
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Please remember that the meeting for May has been
changed to Flesor's in Tuscola, May 18th at
1pm. Looking forward to seeing everyone there!
Dawn Millsap
PHILO UNIT
Members of the Philo HCE meet on the second
Tuesday of every month at the Philo Library to sew pajama
pants for children in Urbana, Illinois’s Carle Hospital
The activity began in March of 2009 and they have recently
passed the one-thousand mark of pj’s.
That does not count the ones that have been taken in the
earlier years to St John’s pediatric unit in Springfield.
The pj’s help in encouraging patients to get out of bed
for exercise that aids in their recovery. They are less self-
conscious when they have the pj’s to go with the immodest
hospital gowns.
This is not ‘officially’ an activity of HCE but all but one
of the participants belong to Philo HCE and sometimes
members in other HCE groups in the county have
contributed material for the group.
Mary Ann Rinkenberger, Secretary
Pictured are Marsha Fisher, Mary Ann Rinkenberger,
Norma Rash (seated), Connie Hart, Irma Cook and
Margaret Khachaturian March 14, 2017
RANTOUL UNIT
April 11th, we met at the Red Wheel Rest., Rantoul for
lunch and our monthly meeting. After enjoying our lunch,
Chairman Betty Hadler called the meeting to
order. Eleven members and three guests were present.
Guests were Mary Lou Younger, Bobbi McEntire and
Cindy Kuro.
Judy French introduced the speaker Cindy Kuro from
Decator who spoke about 'Human Trafficking'. Plans
were made for us to attend Ethel &
Maud's program April 12th at Clark - Lindsey in
Urbana. Reservation and $20. payment were accepted
from who would attend the May 3rd Annual Meeting
in Savoy. Judy French gave a report on our DSC
project. Sign-ups were taken for May 10th Ethel &
Maud's event at The i Hotel. Mary Lou Younger notified
us that we would be on the decorating
committee for the fall Oct. 10th Membership Event
. Collections were taken for 'Pennies for Friendship' and
Genet Dixon's birthday.
"GETTING TO KNOW US" "I, Gerry Young was born
Sept. 16, 1930. Raised in Broadlands, Ill. and graduated
from Longview High School, Longview, Ill. I worked at
Bishops in the Market Place Mall for 15 years. My
husband Marion's first wife was my best friend from day
one until she passed away. All four of us played cards
together. I lost my husband in 2001. After Marion's wife
passed away in 2008, he asked me to go eat with
him. Little did we know that we would get married
in 2010. I was a city girl and he a farmer - guess where
we live now? I'm trying to be a farmer's wife and I am
very happy. I joined H.C. E. in
2004. Millie Hoch was my sister-in-law. I have met a lot
of nice ladies in the H.C.E." Until next month,
Teresa Fabry
ROYAL UNIT Royal HCE met on April 19, 2017 at the home of Ella
Osterbur. Roll call was answered by 9 members and 1
guest answering the question, “Do You Have a Last Will”.
Our guest was Carol Froeschl who is Second Vice
President on the HCE County Board. She took a picture of
our group which will be used at the Annual Meeting.
Marge Bluhm, called the meeting to order. She asked
everyone to repeat the pledge to the flag and recite the
Homemakers Aim. The minutes were read and corrected
that the annual meeting will be held on May 3, not April
27th.
Janis reported that she and Erna Amerman would be
attending the play in Arcola, “Adam & Eve Go to
Marriage counseling”. We will expect a report in June.
Ella Osterbur, Treasurer reported that we had collected
$8.29 for Pennies for Friendship in February, resulting in
a total bank balance of $141.41. Marge Bluhm
volunteered to take the lesson to be given in May, “Debt
Myths”. She will also take the lesson on Eggs to be
presented in November. In new business, Marge reminded
us that the Annual meeting would be in May at Savoy
Methodist Church. June Osterbur, Activities chairman,
asked for any ideas for a summer activity during the
months that we don’t meet.
Janis Loschen presented the lesson, “Difficult
Discussions”. The next meeting will be held on May 15th
at the home of Billie Busboom with June Osterbur as co-
hostess. June Osterbur, Secretary
ST. JOSEPH UNIT
St. Joseph Unit met April 6th at the Community Building
Judy Corray served as chairperson and Doris Marsh led
the unit in the Pledge and Aim. Roll call was “Do you
have a Wil”. Minutes were red by Carolyn Corn and
approved. Treasurer report was given by Nancy Aders.
The lesson “Difficult Discussions” was given by
Carolyn Corn. An example of end of life discussion one
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family had was shared and all agreed it was a hard thing to
do.
Nancy Aders was host with Carolyn Corn as co-host.
They set a beautiful table with daffodils and Easter favors
and dessert.
Doris Marsh gave a report on the Philippine family -
how at the core of their living is the family. They have
their elderly with them in the home and are never left to
live alone..
Members were encouraged to keep track of our
volunteer hours. We discussed going to the Green Mill
Thetre on May 31st. Barbara Lane
STALEY UNIT
Since the HCE Chatter deadline is before the Staley Unit
meeting on Friday, April 21, at Good Shepherd Lutheran
Church, there is not much news to report. Co-chair Ceil
Costello will be in charge of the meeting since co-chair
Donna Prahl is in San Francisco. Nancy Benz will be
taking minutes because Karen Moon is out of town.
Barb Hiller has asked that all members turn in
Volunteer Hours for the first three months of 2017 at the
April meeting. Volunteer Hours forms can be mailed to
Barb also. Blank forms are available from Barb and Ceil.
The lesson on Pollinator Pockets that was postponed
from February will be given by Mary Ellyn Fincham and
Leslie Rose.
April hostesses will be Helen Dueringer, Eva Frayne,
Millie Gerard, and Francis Simpson. The May hostesses
were announced by Marie Reeves: Roma Chenowith, Dee
Cylkowski, Veronica Lawrence, and Ceann Short.
Ceil has reminded all members that ideas for Staley
Unit's 90th Anniversary Celebration are needed and will
be discussed at the April meeting.
At the May meeting, JoAnn Cahill has arranged for an
outside speaker to present a program. More information
will be available soon.
Since our Staley Unit meeting for June falls on June 16
which is the same date as the CCHCE Membership Event,
the Staly Unit picnic has been cancelled. This will allow
Staly members to attend the Membership Event. More
information will be available in the May
Chatter. Karen Moon. 359-2127
KITCHEN CORNER
MAY 2017
The mug recipes were
presented at one of the share
shops at our State Conf. meeting attended by Bobbie
McEntire
> Breakfast in a mug
> 1 slice of bread crusts removed butter
> 1 strip precooked bacon
> 2 tbsps shredded cheddar cheese
> 1 egg
> Butter mug place bread in mug add bacon around side
add cheese crack egg and place into mug
> Microwave until egg is cooked the way you like it
> Meatloaf in a mug
> 2 tbsps milk
> 2 tbsp quick cooking oats
> 1 tbsp ketchup
> 1 tbsp onion soup mix
> 1/4 lb lean ground beef or ground turkey
> Coat microwave mug with cooking spray
> Add all ingredients and mix
> Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until no
longer pink and thermometer reads 160.
> Let cool for 3 minutes top with more ketchup if desired
> Quiche
> 1 large egg
> 1 1/2 tbsp milk
> 1 tsp melted butter
> Pinch salt and pepper
> 4 small grape tomatoes halved
> 1/8 torn pieces fresh bread
> 1 tbsp shredded cheese
> 1 tbsp chopped green pepper
> Mix egg milk butter salt and pepper thoroughly. Add
rest of ingredients don't stir in Microwave 1 minute until
egg is cooked and quiche slightly puffy.
> These recipes were provided by Donna Johnson
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Champaign County Home and Community Education
Membership/Craft Event
Friday, June 16, 2017
8:30 a.m. –
Farm Bureau Auditorium
Salad Luncheon Bring your favorite salad to share
Table Service & Drink wil be provided
Guest speaker: Kenneth Chumbley - He has written two children’s books and the last The
Green Children, has been turned into a musical and will premiere at the Parkland Theater
September 15-17, 2017
Crafts to be offered: “Christmas in June”
- Small Angel (10”) out of glass and netting
- Painting of a wooden Christmas ornament with an assortment to pick from
- Picture frame door arrangement with flowers and ribbon
- Decopahage of clear (3 inch diameter) ornament.
- Star ornament made of ribbon
You may do one or all – Cost is $7.00. If you do not want to participate, you’re welcome
just to come and visit –there will be refreshments.
RSVP by JUNE 12th to Carol Froeschl – 621-2724
or by email. [email protected]
**Remember: guests that join at the event will be in the drawing for
“One Year Membership” for 2017.
“Down by the Riverside”
Bring a Guest
for a fun filled
“Fishing for NEW Members”
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Garage Sale Schedule 2017
Pickup and Pricing Schedule
June 15th Thu. 5pm Early Risers at Hensley Township parking lot
June 19th Mon. 5 pm Royal at Community Bldg. Parking lot
6 pm Penfield at Rosetta Suits’ home
June 21st Wed. 1 pm Savoy – place TBA
June 29th Thu. 10 am **Pricing Day at Mary Lou’s
July 3rd Mon 1 pm Mayview – meeting place – Carol Froeschl will pick up
July 7th Fri. 1 pm Peotum at Community Bldg Parking Lot
2 pm Staley at Good Shepard Parking Lot
July 10th Mon. 1 pm Bondville/Seymour at Village Hall Parking Lot
2 pm Mahomet at Community Bldg Parking Lot by Firehouse
3 pm Dewey/Fisher at River Valley Church Parking Lot
July 12th Wed. 1 pm Somer at Mary Lou Younger’s home, 2288 CR 1100E, Champaign
July 13th Thu 1 pm **Picing Day at Mary Lou’s
July 14th Fri. 1 pm Homer at Homer Village Hall Parking Lot
2 pm Philo at Presbyterium Church Parking Lot
3 pm St. Joseph – place TBA
July 17th Mon. 1 pm **Pricing Day at Mary Lou’s
July 21st Fri. 1 pm **Pricing Day at Mary Lou’s
July 23rd Sun Garage **SALE SIGNS go up
July 24th Mon. 1 pm Rantoul at Teresa Fabry’ home, 420 E. Bell, Rantoul
July 25th Tue. 10 am **Loading Day at storage by Mary Lou’s
July 27th Thu. 1 pm **Unloading Day at Farm Bureau -
LAST Day to receive UNPRICED donations
July 28th Fri. 8 am **SETTING UP** at Farm Bureau – Sale begins at 4 pm
July 29th Sat. 8 am to 4 pm - **GARAGE SALE**
Please tell everyone you can about the garage sale. Share it on your facebook page. Add it to your Iphone
Garage Sale site. THANK YOU
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In the Spotlight
Meet County Board Member Dorothy Rogers – Special Activities Leaving Southern Illinois in 1948 was the beginning of our travels. My
husband Don was employed by Chicago Bridge & Iron Company who built fuel storage tanks and nuclear reactors all over the
U.S. Traveling in a “Trailer” we were from Utah to Pennsylvania, South to Tennessee, North to Minnesota. Coldest place was
International Falls, MN, warmest Casper, Wyo. We enjoyed many historic sites—Glacier Park, Yellow Stone Park, Bad Lands,
Cody Wyo., real Wild West Rodeo’s, even panned for Gold. Sorta like a vacation all the time. Our Son’s Robert & David
attended many schools and did well. Always made welcome at a new school with report cards that followed with them.
In 1960, we bought a home in Tolono which brought Don close again with his Dad, who with another business man built the
Bowling Alley. I spent a lot of time there. We bought some property and started a couple of business, meant I had work to do, as
Don continued to travel. Our son’s, both married and stayed close in Champaign County. I have 4 grandchildren, and 7 great-
grandchildren. They are all so special.
I continue to travel with other “gals” and always have a great time. I belong to several organization, and help in many ways.
Joining Tolono HCE in 1982 by encouragement from a couple of gals, was a different direction in my life. Got very involved and
started planning the tours, then was “Illini Swallow Bus Lines”. Most of you can figures the years. Been awhile!!!
I thank all of you for our support in making this position on the board somewhat “easy” always enjoyable. My life has been
challenging—but far more full of Blessings. Dorothy
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DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICE CENTER (DSC) – Fundraiser – June 2, 2017
HCE MEMBERS: Azzip Pizza on campus has asked to partner with DSC for a summer fundraiser on
June 2nd. Bring the attached flier – and some friends! – to 505 E. Green St for lunch and/or dinner, and DSC
will get 20% of the proceeds!
All vouchers must be distributed prior to the event and under no circumstances shall vouchers
be handed out on Azzip property HCE MEMBERS – Please help support this fundraiser. file:///C:/Users/Martha/Downloads/DSC.pdf
