(UPDATED January 10, 2012)
McLean County Association for
Home & Community Education
OUR 94th YEAR!
CONGRATULATIONS, McLEAN COUNTY HCE ON
93 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
(TRIPS & TOURS Information
BELOW Workshops INFO)
JOIN HCE TODAY
Questions about program activities may be directed to:
Website information updating- Pat Pulokas 309-728-2118
General Information- Jean B 309 262 5173
General Information Kathleen E 309 728 2784
Cultural Enrichment Activities- Carmen S. 309 379 3141
Read & Share Activities – LaVonne C. 309 661-6391
Fall & Spring Trip/Tours- Jane W. 309-473-2884
Workshops & Classes- Eileen N. 309 533 1135
Program Lessons- Eileen N. 309 533 1135
Membership Info- Bette O. 309 454 8442
Community Outreach/International –
Cindy K. 309 663 4796 or Jeanie W. 309 728 2852
Ewing Scholarship – Pat P. 309 728 2118
& Esposito Scholarship– Kathleen E. 309 728 2784 or
go to: http://web.extension.illinois.edu/lmw/ Click on Economic Development
HCE 2011-2012
WORKSHOPS, CLASSES,
EVENTS DETAILS
All events open to the public.
Follow directions for each individual event
Information is subject to change and updating!
Updated 01.10.2012
MOST WORKSHOPS ARE HELD AT THE
McLEAN COUNTY EXTENSION UNIT OFFICE
402 N. HERSHEY RD., BLOOMINGTON, IL 309-663-8306
(All classes Open to Public, some with fees)
LLL = Local Leader Lesson
EB = Extension Building at 402 N. Hershey Road, Bloomington
Details and programs are subject to change. Watch for Updates.
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EVERY MONTH IS HCE MONTH!
Tell everyone what Home and Community Education is about!
January 23, 2012, Monday, 1-4 pm Extension Building
“Home Energy Savings: Create a Plan for You”
Presented by Kathy Sweedler, U of I Ext. Educator
LLL for February Unit Lessons All are Welcome but:
Call Extension Office to reserve a spot and program materials
at 309-663-8306
February 13, 2012 1-4 pm, Monday Workshop “Needle Tatting”
Extension Auditorium
Class Fee: $10/HCE Members $12/Non-HCE members
You would need to bring crochet thread. Needles will be for sale
RSVP by Monday, Feb 6, 2012 to Carmen, 309 379 3141
Details and programs are subject to change. Watch for Updates.
February 20, 2012 2-3:30 pm Read & Share
The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society
by Annie Barrows & Mary Ann Shafer.
LaVonne C. 309-661-6391 for more information
February 27 (Monday) 1-4 pm Extension Auditorium
Quilt for Kids Program – Workshop VII
Quilt tops are made and sent to Illinois hospitals’ Neonatal units
Quilts are to be made from 100% cotton including all materials, threads
and padding. Material must be new, never washed fabric.
The completed quilt top is approximately 40 in. square.
Help is appreciated in all forms such as actually helping to
make the tops, to donation of materials or money to help
with the postage or buying of needed materials.
This project is for all ages, adults (members of HCE and non-members),
young people, 4-Hers, teachers, etc." Contact: Eileen 309 533 1135
Details and programs are subject to change. Watch for Updates.
March 10, 2012 (Saturday) SUPER SATURDAY 9:30-11:30 am LLL
Our New Tri-County Extension Unit Group Event: McLean, Woodford and Livingston Counties Three Classes will be presented at the same time.
1) “To Soy or Not to Soy” presented by Jenna Smith,
U of I Extension Educator
2) “Maintaining Healthy Family Relationships” presented by Cheri Burcham
3) “Wreaths for all Seasons” More information TBA
Calvary United Methodist Church, Towanda and Raab Roads, Normal
More details to be announced but each unit should send 3 separate
people because these lessons are given at the same time.
Lessons to be used for April, May programs, and June lessons in Units, if desired!
March 12, 2012 (Monday) 1-4 pm “Simple Embroidery” Workshop
Extension Auditorium - Bring a tote bag or denim shirt to learn embroidery.
Class Fee: $5/HCE member; $7/non HCE member
RSVP by Monday, March 5, 2012 to: Carmen, 309 379 3141
March 19 (Monday) 1-4 pm Extension Auditorium
Quilt for Kids Program – Workshop VIII
Quilt tops are made and sent to Illinois hospitals’ Neonatal units
Quilts are to be made from 100% cotton including all materials, threads
and padding. Material must be new, never washed fabric.
The completed quilt top is approximately 40 in. square.
Help is appreciated in all forms such as actually helping to
make the tops, to donation of materials or money to help
with the postage or buying of needed materials.
This project is for all ages, adults (members of HCE and non-members),
young people, 4-Hers, teachers, etc." Contact: Eileen 309 533 1135
March 21-28 is MONEY SMART WEEK.
Many “money” related classes are scheduled ALL WEEK LONG!
Watch for brochures and then sign up for informative classes
March 27-29, 2012 IAHCE Annual Conference – Effingham, IL
Details to be announced. Sign up by January 13
to get the classes you want
Details and programs are subject to change. Watch for Updates.
April 17, 2012 Spring Tour/Trip to OTTAWA, IL, Reddick Mansion Tour
Starved Rock Lodge Lunch and Entertainment
Hear a Tribute to Neil Diamond including a buffet lunch.
Check on details below Workshops listed on this page
April 24 (Monday) 1-4 pm Extension Auditorium
Quilt for Kids Program – Workshop IX
Quilt tops are made and sent to Illinois hospitals’ Neonatal units
Quilts are to be made from 100% cotton including all materials, threads
and padding. Material must be new, never washed fabric.
The completed quilt top is approximately 40 in. square.
Help is appreciated in all forms such as actually helping to
make the tops, to donation of materials or money to help
with the postage or buying of needed materials.
This project is for all ages, adults (members of HCE and non-members),
young people, 4-Hers, teachers, etc." Contact: Eileen 309 533 1135
May 14, 2012 (Monday) 1-4 pm “Photography” workshop Details TBA
Randy Lloyd and Brian Lambert - instructors
RSVP by Monday, May 7, 2012 to: Karen 309 724 8461
May 21 (Monday) 1-4 pm Extension Auditorium
Quilt for Kids Program – Workshop X
Quilt tops are made and sent to Illinois hospitals’ Neonatal units
Quilts are to be made from 100% cotton including all materials, threads
and padding. Material must be new, never washed fabric.
The completed quilt top is approximately 40 in. square.
Help is appreciated in all forms such as actually helping to
make the tops, to donation of materials or money to help
with the postage or buying of needed materials.
This project is for all ages, adults (members of HCE and non-members),
young people, 4-Hers, teachers, etc." Contact: Eileen 309 533 1135
Details and programs are subject to change. Watch for Updates.
June 25 (Monday) 1-4 pm Extension Auditorium
Quilt for Kids Program – Workshop XI
Quilt tops are made and sent to Illinois hospitals’ Neonatal units
Quilts are to be made from 100% cotton including all materials, threads
and padding. Material must be new, never washed fabric.
The completed quilt top is approximately 40 in. square.
Help is appreciated in all forms such as actually helping to
make the tops, to donation of materials or money to help
with the postage or buying of needed materials.
This project is for all ages, adults (members of HCE and non-members),
young people, 4-Hers, teachers, etc." Contact: Eileen 309 533 1135
June 12, 2012 (Tuesday) 1-4 pm “Sewing a Pillow Cover”
Sheila Wells, instructor
Bring 1 yard fabric, thread, buttons, Velcro and average 14” square pillow
Class Fee: $5/HCE member; $7/non HCE member
RSVP by Tuesday, June 5, 2012 to: Karen 309 724 8461
June 18, 2012 (Monday) 2-3:30 pm Read & Share, Book TBA
LaVonne C. 309-661-6391 for more information
July 10, 2012 (Tuesday) 94th McLean Co. HCE Annual Meeting
Calvary United Methodist Church, Normal 8:30am-12:30 pm
More details TBA
Tentative Programming, Subject to change
Revised January 10, 2012………
LOOKING AHEAD:
June 13 (Wed.) 4-6 PM - Downs Village Market HCE Bake Sale
July 3 – (Tuesday) Towanda HCE Spaghetti Supper, 4:30-7:00 pm
Towanda Community Building – Tickets- Cindy K. 663-4796
July 11 (Wed.) 4-6 PM - Downs Village Market HCE Bake Sale
July 17-20 NVON Annual Conference – Columbia, S.C. more details TBA
July 23 (Mon) Joint New/Old Full Board 10 am More details TBA
August 1-5 McLean County 4-H Fair
August 8 (Wed) Downs Village Market HCE Bake Sale
August 27 (Monday) Tentative date 6 pm Officers Orientation details TBA
September 12 (Wed.) 4-6 PM - Downs Village Market
Details and programs are subject to change. Watch for Updates.
TRIPS & TOURS 2011
(Updated 01.10.12)
Articles about previous trips and Programs BELOW Upcoming Trip Details
For more TRIP/TOUR INFORMATION or to give ideas of future trips/tours CONTACT:
2010-2011 HCE Special Activities Chairmen
Jane Wood 309-473-2884; woody9435@msn.com
Or Connie Lindenbaum – jclind@a5.com
HOME & COMMUNITY EDUCATION
2012 SPRING TRIP
TUESDAY, April 17, 2012
REDDICK MANSION TOUR ~ OTTAWA, ILLINOIS
Starved Rock Lodge Meal and Entertainment
ENJOY GOOD FOOD AND THEN
the MUSIC OF THE NEIL DIAMOND style and era.
You should recognize all of the songs and you might even hear a
couple of other “great entertainers” perform.
The schedule with exact times and more details will be released soon.
Schedule:
6:45-7:15 Load Bus and Depart Extension Parking Lot
8:45-9:45 Arrive and Tour Reddick Mansion, Ottawa
10-10:30 Tour of Ottawa Murals
11-2:45 Arrive at Starved Rock, Lunch at Lodge &
Entertainment. Enjoy music of the Neil Diamond Era!
3:00 Depart from lodge for Bloomington
4:30 Arrive at Bloomington, Extension Building
Seating is Limited so make call for your reservation EARLY.
Approximate Costs: $70 (HCE members)
$75 (Not a HCE member)
Includes bus, lunch, entrance fees and drivers tip.
For more information and to check on availability:
Jane Wood, 309-473-2844. woody9435@msn.com or
Connie L. jclind@a5.com
Send reservations/money by March 10, 2012 to:
Jane Wood, 4852 Skyline Dr.,Heyworth, IL 61745
INCLUDE NAME, ADDRESS, EMAIL, PHONE AND CHECK
Made out to McLean County HCE
JOIN Home & Community Education TODAY
And Pay LESS for each trip/tour you take!!
HCE Membership has benefits!!
Look at the UNITS/CLUBS Page
For information about joining an “Educational” group
NEAR YOU!!
UPDATED: 03.13.2011
***Extension Articles About HCE Programs/Trips***
OCTOBER, 2010
“The Back Roads of Iowa” Fall Trip
October 20th was
a good day for a bus trip. Forth-nine members and guests, including
husbands, left the Extension Office at 6:00 a.m. headed to Iowa on a trip
called “The Back Roads of Iowa”. The first destination was Fairfield for a tour of the 106 year old Harper Brush Company that sells their products
nationwide. It was interesting to see how the brushes were produced and
learn the history of this business. At the end of the trip everyone
received a small brush from the company.
From there, we headed to Cantril and made a stop along the way at Yoder’s
Indian Creek Furniture. A delicious lunch was served at the Cantril
Township Hall by the Cantril Grass Roots ladies. Some time was spent in
the Dutchman’s Store which carries all kinds of items and is where the local
Amish shop. As we toured the area on the bus, a guide told many
interesting facts about the countryside and its rich history.
There was a short meal stop on the way home. The group arrived back in Bloomington shortly after 8:00 p.m., tired, but pleased with this outing that was offered by Home & Community Education.
Sheila Wells, HCE Public Information Chairman
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES: ISRAEL
(October, 2010)
Thursday, October 21, was our International Night program. We were learning more about the country of Israel. Seventy members and guests sampled foods that were prepared by members of the Units.
Israeli Sabbath Stew was a main dish we sampled. It contained meat, chickpeas, navy beans, onions, potatoes and spices, and water to cover the ingredients. Uncooked eggs in the shell were added and the stew was cooked on low for 8 or 9 hours. The eggs were then shelled and used as garnish. Another main dish was Israeli Sukkot Stew, and included meat, onions, white potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, prunes and dried apricots and some spices and water to cover. This had to cook only 4 hours.
Israeli Vegetable Salad included lots of vegetables that were diced into very small pieces. It was mixed together with olive oil, lemon juice and salt & pepper. We had this served in pita bread halves.
Israeli Couscous Salad combined cooked cooled couscous and kidney beans, peppers, onion, chopped cilantro. It was mixed with lime juice, honey and olive oil and was an interesting salad.
Desserts were Polish Apple Cake and Rugelach, which is a favorite at the Jewish Food Fair.
After this filling meal, the program about Israel was given by Ted and Donna Loy. They have done much study about this country and the land around. In 2005 they toured the country and took many pictures of the places they visited. They shared some scriptures that related to the spots they showed. Every country has an interest in what happens in Israel in the past and the future. We thank the Loy’s for their sharing to help us have a better understanding of the people and their struggles to maintain their country.
Sheila Wells, HCE Public Information Chairman
March, 2009
McLEAN COUNTY HCE ATTEND 2009 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
The Illinois Association for Home & Community Education Conference met March 3-5 at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield. The theme was “Happy Birthday, President Lincoln and IAHCE” as we celebrated President Lincoln’s 200th birthday and IAHCE’s 85th birthday.
Fifteen women from McLean County attended. It was 2 ½ days spent learning through the many workshops offered, enjoying wonderful entertainment, greeting old friends and making new ones, and decision making at the business meeting.
There was a large variety of Share Shops that we could attend. Some of those attended were Illinois State Parks, Composting From A-Z, Preserving Family History Materials, Women’s Heart Health, Camp Butler National Cemetery, Lasagna Gardening, and Heart Healthy Seafood.
At Tuesday lunch, there was an excellent portrayal of Elizabeth Keckley by Kathryn Harris. As Elizabeth, she told how she had been a slave and bought her freedom and ended up in Washington D. C. as a friend, confidante and seamstress of Mary Todd Lincoln. During lunch Wednesday, the “Seven & Senators” Singers from Springfield High School entertained. Ken Bradbury was back again this year, entertaining us at the Elsie Mies Banquet with his piano playing and wit as much as last year.
During the business meeting the IAHCE Chorus sang. This chorus is formed at the conference for those who enjoy singing which included four ladies from McLean County. We also had a winner in the Cultural Enrichment Contest. Jane Callahan of Dry Grove Unit won “Best of Show” in photography with her picture “Ripples in the Water.” It’s beautiful!
There was opportunity to view all the items that were made for the Cultural Enrichment Contest, participate in the Silent Auction, play bingo, make something at the Make and Take Workshops. It was a busy, enjoyable conference, including the “hang out” time in a room at the end of the evening.
Those of us who went encourage you to participate in the Conference when it is held here in Bloomington, March 23-25, 2010.
Sheila Wells, Public Relations
CRUISING DOWN THE RIVER WITH HCE
October, 2008
McLean County Association for Home & Community Education members and friends enjoyed their October cruise on the Mississippi River aboard the Celebration Belle.
A group of 43 boarded this 800 passenger excursion riverboat in Moline on a sunny, windy day for a delightful four hour cruise with lots of good food, a band that played old time music, and a great view of the sights along the river.
Some people stayed inside and enjoyed the music and visiting, while others ate and then spent time on deck. Even though it was very windy, we watched barges pass and saw many birds, including bald eagles. The riverboat passed through two locks, and we watched bridges open so the boat could go through, and spent some time in the Pilot House, too.
We disembarked in Muscatine, Iowa under cloudy, windy conditions and were grateful the warm bus was there to bring us back to Bloomington.
Sheila Wells, Public Relations
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(UPDATED 11.04.2011)