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March 2015 Vol. 64, No. 3 Find your account # One account # is hidden inside this issue. If it’s yours, call us and you’ll receive a $ 10 bill credit. * Credit must be claimed by March 31, 2015. Director Nominations by Petition Page 14 Safety Drawing Contest Winners Announced Page 8 How much do you know about electric safety? Page 9 Adams Outlet What does it mean to “Check Your Breakers”? Page 6
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March 2015Vol. 64, No. 3

Find your account #One account # is hidden inside this issue. If it’s yours, call us and you’ll receive a

$10 bill credit.* Credit must be claimed by March 31, 2015.

Director Nominations by PetitionPage 14

Safety DrawingContest Winners AnnouncedPage 8

How much do you know about electric safety?Page 9

Adams Outlet

What does it mean to “Check Your Breakers”?Page 6

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Enclosed are photos of students from St. Dominic School using the keyboarding software that we were able to purchase from your Penny Power program. Students from 2nd through 7th grades are using the program and their test results prove that the program is highly effective. Students come to computer class twice per week and spend just 20 minutes typing on Typing Master. Scores that started out around 15 words per minute (wpm) have quickly increased to 25, 30 and 35 words per minute. Third graders who started at 8 or 9 words per minute are now seeing scores of 12-15 wpm. Accuracy levels must be 85% or above. After 20 minutes of typing, we usually switch gears to move on to other software programs, but students are anxious to keep typing. That has never happened before with other typing programs. Typing Master is challenging them to continue to reach higher scores with improved accuracy. We wanted you to know how grateful we are for providing funds for this program. Thank you so much for the support you continue to show to our school.Very sincerely,Nan Wood, Technology Instructor, St. Dominic School

Editor’s note: Employees, Directors and Advisory Committee Members of Adams Electric Cooperative donated 404 food items which were distributed to food pantries in Schuyler, Brown and Adams counties. The following thank you notes are from local food pantries.

Thank you for your food donation. Thank you for making a difference in the community. We could not continue to offer the services to those in our community without your support as the demand continues to increase. Madonna House provides emergency shelter, transitional shelter, prevention services for individuals at-risk of homelessness, food pantry and diaper pantry. A monthly average of 802 individuals are served through our food pantry. Again, we truly appreciate your donation. Sincerely, Joanne Dedert, Executive Director, Madonna House2 • Adams Outlet • March 2015

Outages

We want to thank you for your kindness during the Christmas holiday season. Your generous donation to our Christmas Basket Program for our needy children and senior citizens throughout the county will help tremendously. Our program is done completely through donations. This will help us make our baskets even better this year. Happy Holidays and may God bless you. Sincerely,Don Schieferdecker, Schuyler County Food Basket

Track Usage

Daylight Saving

Time Begins

March 8 at 2 a.m.

Remember to set your clocks

forward 1 hour.

This is also a good

time to change the

batteries in your

smoke alarms!

Change Your Batteries

How much electricity does the

refrigerator in your garage really use?

Find out by borrowing a

Kill-A-Watt meter from

Adams Electric.

*Available on a first-come, first-serve

basis. Call ahead (217) 593-7701

Do you have ourPower Pal appto report & track outages?

Learn more at:adamselectric.coop/outages/reportanoutage

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by Jim Thompson PEGeneral Manager

This month’s feature article is on our safety drawing contest. Safety plays an integral part of our business

and is of utmost importance to the Cooperative. We live it in every aspect of our business culture. Safety is important to keep our members, the general public, and our employees from harm. Our line personnel work our lines energized at 7,200 volts using work methods called “Rubber Gloving” to minimize interruptions to our members. This method allows us to replace poles, crossarms, insulators, and perform maintenance while the lines are energized. Our members benefit from these work methods so not to see an interruption in their service. To make sure our employees can perform work safely and go home safe every day, the Cooperative makes sure employees have good work methods, specialized equipment, and training. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) updated its Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution and its Electrical Protective Equipment Standard, further improving safety protection for our workers. OSHA adopted new requirements that need to be in place by no later than April 1, 2015. The major areas of improvement and changes for us are on employee clothing, fall protection and the relationship between us and our contractors. An arc-flash study by an outside engineering firm was conducted to make sure the apparel our employees are wearing meet the requirements for our distribution system and work methods. We want to make sure the employees are wearing the proper apparel to protect them in case of an arc flash. We have required flame retardant clothing for years. This assessment is

to make sure the apparel will withstand the estimated incident heat energy of any electric-arc hazard to which one of our employees would be exposed. The clothing has to have an arc rating greater than the heat energy. The Cooperative provides fall protection for the employees when working aloft. The main change will be for employees climbing poles. Before the new requirements, qualified employees were able to free climb, but now are required to use a fall arrest system. The work positioning equipment must be rigged so an employee can not fall more than two feet. In working with our contractors, we will need to share more information on safety-related matters and must coordinate work rules and procedures. To keep our employees trained, the Cooperative uses our Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives to perform safety training on a monthly basis. We also provide safety training through our own employees and through on-line required training. In certain situations, we hire outside experts to come and discuss safety processes. In 2014, the Cooperative had no lost time accidents which also helped the Cooperative with lower premiums on workers compensation, but more importantly keeping our employees safe.Safety creates a better, more professional organization which has many benefits for all of us – our members, the general public and our employees.

The Importance of Safety

Board of Directors:PresidentAlan Acheson .................. RushvilleVice PresidentLyle Waner ......................... LoraineTreasurerBob Willis ................... Mt. SterlingSecretaryRoger Busen .....................TimewellDirectorKris Farwell .................... PlymouthDirectorJohn Kestner ........................ Payson DirectorJim Benz ..............................Quincy DirectorLaura Meyer ........................LibertyDirectorRebecca Barlow ................. ClaytonGeneral ManagerJim Thompson PE ...............QuincyAttorneyCharles Burton ................ Rushville

Adams Electric Cooperative provides safe, reliable service to over 8,400 members in Adams, Brown, Schuyler, Pike, Hancock, McDonough, and Fulton counties. Adams Electric is member-owned, not-for-profit and overseen by a board of directors elected by the membership.

ADAMS OUTLET (USPS 005-220)Published monthly for $2.00 per year by:

700 E. Wood, Camp Point, Illinois 62320. Periodical postage paid at Camp Point, Il-linois and additional mailing offices.POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Adams Outlet, P.O. Box 247, Camp Point, Illinois 62320.

Editor:Laura Dotson

www.adamselectric.coop

Office hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

To report an outage:1-800-232-4797

Local calls dial direct:217-593-7701

Mission Statement:“Adams Electric Cooperative’s

mission is to strive to exceed our members’ expectations by

providing safe, reliable and affordable electric service in a

cooperative and environmentally responsible manner.”

To make sure our employees can perform work safely and go home safe every day, the Cooperative makes sure employees have good work methods, specialized equipment, and training.

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Storm Preparedness KitCheck List

The months of April through July represent the most active months for severe storms, lightning strikes, and tornadoes. “You never know when a storm may hit, creating potential electrical hazards for your family,” says Molly Hall, Safe Electric-ity Executive Director. “The best solution is to be prepared ahead of time. This checklist will help keep your family safe year round.”

Water - fill up bathtubs and containers with water for washing and stock up on bottled water for consumption.Food - at least enough for 3-7 days, non-perishable packaged or canned food, juices, foods for infants or the elderly, snack foods, non-electric can opener, cook-ing tools, fuel, paper plates and plastic utensils.Blankets, Pillows & Seasonal Clothing ItemsFirst Aid Kit / Medicines / Prescription DrugsSpecial Items - for babies and the elderlyToiletries / Hygiene Items / Moisture WipesFlashlight / BatteriesRadio and Clock - battery operated, also consider purchasing an NOAA weather radioTelephone - fully charged cell phone with extra batteries and a landline telephone (not cordless)Emergency Numbers - keep a list of emergency tele-phone numbers including Adams ElectricCash and Credit Cards - banks and ATMs may not be available for extended periodsKeysToys, Books and GamesImportant Documents (in a waterproof container or bag) insurance cards, medical records, bank account numbers, Social Security card, birth certificates, etc.Tools - some items include duct tape, screw drivers, work gloves, safety goggles, etc.Vehicle Fuel Tanks FilledPet Care Items - ample supply of food and water, proper identification, immunization records, medications, a carrier or cage, muzzle and leash.

Keep family and friends out of flooded base-ments to avoid electrical shock.

Keep family and friends away from all downed power lines during and after a storm.

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Ten Penny Power grants totaling $7,242.33 were approved during the first quarter of 2015:• St. Dominic School - $155.33 for classroom library books• Baldwin West Cross Categorical Program - $300 for special education classroom’s iPad Mini • Quincy Society of Fine Arts - $750 toward updating technology• Living Faith United Methodist Church - $800 toward Southeastern CUSD #337 Backpack project• Madonna House - $1,200 for Everyday Life Skills program• Camp Point United Methodist Church - $1,000 for Snack Pack program• Central Middle School - $937 for Redcat All-in-One Classroom Audio system• Transitions of Western IL - $600 for iPads for developmentally disabled adults• Central Jr./Sr. High School Information Resource Center - $500 for picture books and graphic novels• Kiwanis Club of Quincy & Quincy Park Foundation - $1,000 for playground equipmentThe next deadline for grant applications is Monday, April 6. For more information, contact Bill Stalder at (800) 232-4797.

More Grants Make Change

Directors must stay up-to-date on critical issues that face cooperatives. Part of this process comes from education and training. In addition, new directors must fully understand the workings of the cooperative. The newest director of Adams Electric Cooperative, Kris Far-well, attended Succession Planning: Developing The Purpose-Driven Organization. Change is inevitable for all organizations. This course focuses on the board’s role to ensure ongoing development of the orga-nization’s workforce potential, continuity and quality leadership. This course is offered through the Association of Illinois Electric Coopera-tives (AIEC). Directors received credit toward their Board Leadership Certificate for this course. Cooperative Board President Alan Acheson, Treasurer Bob Willis and Directors Becky Barlow and John Kestner attended the Region 5 & 6 Meeting provided by the National Rural Electric Cooperative As-sociation (NRECA). During the meeting, Acheson attended “How to Evaluate and Improve Board Performance”. Acheson received continu-ing education credit for attending. Adams Electric Cooperative is a member of Touchstone En-ergy® — an alliance of more than 750 local, consumer-owned electric utilities around the country. Adams Electric Cooperative is committed to providing superior service based on four core principles: integrity, accountability, innovation and commitment to community. For more information visit www.adamselectric.coop.

DirectorsAttend Training

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Adams Electric offers loans for geothermal heat pumps, air-to-air heat pumps, energy-efficient windows, doors, insulation, and even back-up generators. Rates are very reasonable. Call (800) 232-4797 for more details.

Loan Program

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New Advisory Committee MembersDist. #1: Matt & Christine EwingDist. #2: Jeff & Teri ReuschelDist. #3: Phil & Joyce WelshDist. #4: Doug & Heather HenryDist. #5: David & Denise BlackburnDist. #6: Kenny & Kay SchaffnitDist. #7: Kasey & Lindsey CornwellDist. #8: Merle & Susan KenadyDist. #9: Rich & Barb Cate

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On February 10, Adams Electric Cooperative welcomed nine new members/couples to the Advisory Committee during a dinner at the Cooperative. General Manager Jim Thompson reviewed the history and current issues of the Cooperative. Then, Cooperative staff educated the group on the various departments of Adams Electric.

Water Heater EfficiencyAfter heating and cooling, water heating is the largest energy user in most homes. A great way to ensure water heater efficiency is by lower-ing the set temperature. For every 10 degrees Fahrenheit lowered, you can save 3 to 5 percent on your bill. It is suggested to set the water heater temperature to no higher than 120 degrees. This temperature is sufficient for any water heating need and reduces mineral build up. Any hotter could result in scalding.

New Advisory MembersWelcomed

Members of the Advisory Committee are selected by the Board of Directors and meet four times per year. The Advisory Committee consists of 18 members/couples who serve staggered two-year terms.

“Check Your Breakers”

When you experience an outage, the first thing you should do is check your breakers. For some members, this only means check-ing the breaker panel located inside your house or garage. If your location is the only one without power, there is a chance your breaker tripped.

For others, there is an additional step. Take a look at the meter(s) at your location. Your meter may be located on your house, garage, outbuilding, a pole or another structure. Remember, you may have more than one meter. The main part of your meter will be locked with a seal. Do not tamper with this seal or try to open this portion of your meter box. If there is no box beneath the sealed portion (see Photo 1), look no further. However, if you see a separate box attached beneath your meter (see Photo 2), lift this box and check this breaker as well (see Photo 3).

If you have checked all of your breakers and are still with-out power, contact Adams Electric to report your outage.

AFCIs Help Prevent Electrical Fires

Many house fires could have been prevented with the installation of arc fault circuited interrupters (AFCIs). AFCIs are installed directly in the breaker box and are designed to protect against fires caused by arcing faults in home electrical wiring. AFCIs detect arcing in the electrical system and switch the electricity off. It is important to note that AFCIs do not provide protection against all of the possible circuit faults that can cause fires, but they are a significant step forward in electrical fire safety. Contact a qualified electrician to havethem installed.

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24 x 30 with 6’ PorchGallery Blue & Gray

32 x 36 x 11Bright White & Red

We also o�er building packages and metal salesto the contractor anddo-it-yourselfer.

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Safety Drawing Contest Winners

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1st Place Kindergarten - 2nd Grade:Jack Hughes, son of Barbara Hughes

1st Place 3rd - 5th Grade:Aria Seneczko, daughter of Mike & Shannon Seneczko

1st Place 6th - 8th Grade:Krista Beadles, daughter of Jim & Rita Beadles

A big thank you to all of the students who entered this year’s Safety Drawing Contest. We’ve enjoyed your artwork decorating our hall. Every one of you learned some great ways to stay safe! Our judges this year were the employees of Adams Electric who selected their favorite entry in each grade category. Each winner received a goodie bag of prizes. Congratulations to our winners!

If your son or daughter is interested in learning more about electrical safety, be sure to sign up for this year’s Electricity School which will take place in June at Bailey Park. The event is free for all students ages 8-18! Watch for details in the Adams Outlet and learn more online at: adamselectric.coop/community/youth

In addition, we invite you to visit our Hey, Kids! section on our website for some fun electrical safety activities: adamselectric.coop/heykids

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Answers on page 14.

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According to Cooperative Bylaws, members may make nominations by petition with 25 signatures or more at least 90 days prior to the Annual Meeting. This year the Annual Meeting will be Wednes-day, September 9, 2015. Requests for petitions will begin March 13, 2015 and can be provided by con-tacting the Cooperative. Petitions must be returned to the Cooperative office by 4 p.m. June 11, 2015. A list of nominations will be posted in the lobby of the Coopera-tive office within 30 days following the petition deadline. The Secretary shall be responsible for mailing to each member at least 30 days before the date of the Annual Meet-ing, a statement of the number of Board Members to be elected and

the names and addresses of the candidates nominated to in each district. The Secretary shall be respon-sible for mailing with the Notice of the Annual Meeting, or separately, but at least five days before the date of the Annual Meeting, a statement of the number of members to be elected and the names and address-es of the candidates. The names of the candidates shall be arranged by district. (204150-001) The Cooperative is divided into nine districts of representation of membership and each district is represented by one director. Direc-tors serve three-year terms. Their terms in office are staggered so that three of the nine directors are elected each year.

Director districts to be elected in 2015 are as follows:

District #9Consisting of Honey Creek, Camp Point, Clayton, Concord, & McKee Townships of Adams County.

District #7Consisting of Lima, Ursa, Mendon, Riverside & Ellington Townships of Adams County; & Rocky Run & Walker Townships of Hancock County.

District #8Consisting of Pea Ridge, Missouri, Lee, & Buckhorn Townships of Brown County.

What is Expectedof a Director?

Director candidates often ask this question when they consider running for the Board. The following is a list of the minimum requirements for an Adams Electric Cooperative Director:

1. Directors must attend all regular monthly board meetings, usually beginning at 7 p.m. and adjourning three to five hours later.2. Directors must attend all special board meetings, committee meetings and Adams Electric Cooperative’s annual meeting. Directors should also attempt to attend one National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) meeting or director’s conference every year.3. Other meetings directors attend include one- and two-day educational seminars. Directors are encouraged to complete their NRECA Credentialed Cooperative Director Certificate during their first term (3 years). Incumbent Directors must complete at least two additional continuing educational offerings during a three-year period ending with the second-year of each successive term to maintain eligibility as a director.4. Credentialed Directors receive a $200.00 per diem and mileage (IRS approved mileage rate) for attendance of Cooperative meetings. Non-Credentialed Directors receive a $150.00 per diem and mileage (IRS approved mileage rate) for attendance of Cooperative meetings. All directors receive transportation, lodging and meal expenses when traveling on Cooperative business.5. Directors spend 23-35 days each year representing Adams Electric Cooperative.6. A director is expected to read and be familiar with information and financial reports from the Cooperative, and/or other state and national associations.7. A director represents all members of Adams Electric Cooperative, not a geographic region or director district.8. A director should work in harmony with the whole board. A director must also have the self-confidence and communication skills to express his/her opinion or disagreement with other directors.9. Directors and spouses are encouraged to join NRECA’s political action committee, Action Committee for Rural Electrification (ACRE). Regular membership is $25.00 per year and century club membership is $100.00 per year.Additional details are provided in Adams Electric Cooperative’s Bylaws.

Director Nominations by Petition

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Hot Corn DipSubmitted by Laura Dotson

4 oz. can green chilies11 oz. can Mexican corn1/2 cup mayonnaise1 cup Monterey Jack cheese1/3 cup parmesan cheese

Combine ingredients. Pour into loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Serve with corn chips.

Cheddar Bacon Ranch

PinwheelsSubmitted by Laura Dotson

8 oz. pkg. cream cheese1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shred-ded3-4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled1/4 tsp. parsley1/4 tsp. dill weed1/4 tsp. garlic powder1/8 tsp. onion powderSalt and pepper to taste3-4 flour tortillas

Combine ingredients. Spread onto flour tortillas. Roll up and slice.

Nutella & Strawberry

PinwheelsSubmitted by Laura Dotson

NutellaStrawberry preservesFlour tortillas

Spread Nutella onto flour tor-tilla. Add strawberry preserves over the top. Roll up and slice. Repeat with as many tortillas as you need.

Appetizers

Chili Cheese DipSubmitted by Josh White

2 lbs. ground beef1 can refried beans1 can Rotel1 tsp. chili powder1 tsp. worchestershire sauce1 lb. American cheese

Brown beef & drain. Add beans, Rotel, chili powder, worchestershire sauce & cheese. Keep warm. Serve with chips.

Taco Joe DipSubmitted by Gena Beaber

1 lb. ground beef, browned16 oz. can kidney beans, rinsed & drained15 oz. can black beans, rinsed & drained8 oz. can tomato sauce15 1/4 oz. can corn, drained14 1/2 oz. can stewed tomatoes4 oz. can green chilies, drained1 envelope taco seasoning1/2 cup chopped onion

In a 5 qt. slow cooker, combine all in-gredients. Cover & cook on low for 5-7 hours. Serve with tortilla chips, sour cream & shredded cheese.

Egg Salad DipSubmitted by

Leonard Schnellbecker12-18 eggs, boiled & diced1-2 green peppers, diced1 onion, diced2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 sm. jar Miracle WhipSalt, pepper & sugar to taste

Combine ingredients. Serve w/crackers.

Garlic Chicken PuffsSubmitted by Laura Dotson

4 oz. cream cheese1 tsp. garlic powder1/2 cup chicken, cooked & shredded2 (8 ct.) cans crescent rolls

Mix cream cheese, garlic & chicken. Unroll crescents. Cut each triangle into 2 triangles. Place 1 tsp. of mixture on the center of each triangle. Fold corners in over mixture. Place on cookie sheet, lined with aluminum foil & sprayed with cooking spray. Bake at 375 de-grees for 11-14 minutes

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Spring Hard Times SupperMar. 14 (4-7pm), United Methodist Church of Loraine, 610 E. Center St. Northern beans w/fresh pork, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, applesauce and cornbread with pie or cake. Freewill offering. Country store. (217) 938-2861

St. Mary School Trivia Night & MealMar. 14 (Meal 5-7pm/ Trivia 7pm), St. Mary School gym & cafeteria. Register early for free mulligans. Best Decorated Award, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, free popcorn, tea & lemonade. Teams of 8 or less (must be high school or older). Shamrock dinner open to the public. Brisket, potato bar, cabbage, dessert and drinks.

Blockbuster: Gravity Mar. 16 (1-3:15pm), Quincy Public Library. Blockbuster films are shown on the third Monday each month. Free event, but reservations are requested. (217) 223-1309

St. Patrick’s Day DinnerMar. 17 (11am-7pm), St. Rose Parish Hall, 715 Chestnut, Quincy. Corned beef & cabbage or German sausage & sauerkraut, mashed potatoes and drink. Hotdogs also available. Entertainment. $9.75/adults, $5/children 12 & under. (217) 222-2511

Cook’s Night OffMar. 19 (4-6pm), Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center. Enjoy fried chicken or roast beef, two sides and dessert for $7. Dine in or drive thru.

Soup SupperMar. 1 (11am-2pm), St. Paul Church, Fowler. Soup, sandwiches, pies, cakes and cookies. Freewill offering.

World Day of Prayer 2015Mar. 6 (1:30-3pm), Good Samaritan Home, Quincy. Everyone welcome to attend.

St. Dominic’s Fish FryMar. 6, 20 (4:30-7pm), St. Dominic School, 4100 Columbus Rd., Quincy. Whole & fillet catfish plate, walleye plate, fish sandwich & fries or child’s plate. Carryouts available.

Blue Grass Music ShowMar. 7 (6-9:30pm), Pike Co. Senior Center, Pittsfield. For all ages. Food & concessions available. Several bands featured. Free will donations accepted. (217) 285-4969

St. Anthony’s Fish FryMar. 6, 27 (4:30-7pm), St. Anthony’s Church, 2223 St. Anthony Rd., Quincy. Whole & fillet catfish plate, walleye plate, fish sandwich & fries or child’s plate. Carryouts available.

Paint Your Own PotteryMar. 14 (10am-12pm), Quincy Art Center. Get creative and paint some pottery. No reservations required. First come, first served. Groups of 7 or more encouraged to schedule a private class. quincyartcenter.org(217) 223-5900

Central Adams Sportsmen’s Association Consignment AuctionMar. 14 (10am-4pm), Downtown Golden. Trucks, cars, tractors, ATVs, lawn mowers, household items and more will be auctioned off. Proceeds for scholarships for Central High School students. (217) 440-6920

Monty Python’s SpamalotMar. 19-22, 27-29, Quincy Community Theatre. Outrageous musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the classic film Monty Python And The Holy Grail. For tickets, call (217) 222-3209

Opening Reception: 41st Annual HS Student CompetitionMar. 20 (6-8pm), Quincy Art Center. Featuring artwork of area high school students and nationally known artist Patrick Hammie. Open to the public. Appetizers and beverages served. Donations appreciated. (217) 223-5900

Monster Garage SaleMar. 21 (7am-1pm), Oakley Lindsey Center, Quincy. Up to 150 garage sales and 6 retail booths. New VIP admission 7am-8am ($5/person). General admission 8am-1pm ($3/person).

Versailles Chicken Noodle DinnerMar. 21 (4-7pm), Versailles Community Building. Proceeds benefit Versailles Fall Festival.(217) 653-6684

Mt. Sterling Park District Casino NightMar. 21 (7-11pm), KC Hall, Mt. Sterling. Food, prizes and casino games. (217) 653-3338

10th Annual Sunset Home Spaghetti SupperMar. 26 (3:30-6:30pm), Sunset Home, 418 Washington, Quincy. Spaghetti, green beans, breadsticks, dessert and drink. $5/adults, $3 children 12 & under.

K of C Fish FryMar. 27 (4:30-7pm), KC Hall, Mt. Sterling. (217) 773-3319

Partnering for a Better Community 5K Run/WalkMar. 28 (Registration 7am/ Race 8-10am), Quincy Mall/Upper Moorman race route. 5th annual 5K run/walk for United Way. Contact Suzanne at (217) 223-8400 x7201

Five Women Wearing the Same DressMar. 28 (7:30pm-12am), Mabee Black Box Theatre, Culver-Stockton College. Comedy of five Southern Bridesmaids who are doing everything possible to avoid a wedding reception. Call (573) 288-6346 for reservations.

Answers to the Safety Crossword on page 9Across: 3. temporary, 6. cords, 7. overheat, 9. call, 11. appliances, 13. downed, 18. gfci, 19. heat, 20. grounding, 21. rated, 22. years; Down: 1. safety, 2. outdoor, 4. overload, 5. monthly, 6. carpeting, 8. thunder, 10. ladder, 12. plugged, 14. water, 15. fire, 16. plug, 17. ten

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