Smile Chapter Prepares To Handle The Holidays Ned Rusen, counselor from McHenry county, will be the guest speaker at the next meeting of Parents Without Partners Smile chapter No. 189. Mr. Rusen's speech is entitled "Handling the Holidays" and is designed to aid people in coping with the hectic days of the holiday season. The meeting will beheld at 8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, at the American Legion hall. Oak and Woodstock streets, Crystal Lake. All first time guests are urged to attend the orientation session which begins at 8 p.m. There will be fellowship, refreshments and dancing after the meeting. Other events scheduled for December are a game party, square dancing, the Snow Flake dance and a demon stration of musical painting. To be eligible for mem bership in P.W.P., a person must be a parent of one or more living children, and single by reason of death, divorce, separation or unmarried. Custody of the children is not a requirement for membership. Those interested may call 815- 459-5262 for more information or write to P.W.P., P.O. Box 165, Crystal Lake, 111. 60014. DAR Members-Guests Visually Tour Hawaii Members and guests of the Kishwaukee Trail chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution were taken by Alice and Leta Clark on a visual tour of "Hawaii. Our 50th State" at the November meeting, Monday. Nov. 28. The business meeting began at 11 a.m. at the home of Mrs. I^eonard Belmonte. 328 W. Judd street. Woodstock, assisted by co-hostess Mrs. Jo Gardner. A report on the November round table was given by delegates who attended. Also, members were urged to bring Christmas gifts for Tamassee school boys who live in the Illinois cottage. Following the 12:30 luncheon, Mrs. Vivian Hassett shared information on the part Sarah Josepha Hale played in making Thanksgiivng a national holiday. This short presen tation was followed by the main program on Hawaii. Members were reminded that there will be no December meeting. Any woman wishing mem bership information in the DAR should contact Mrs. R.O. An drew and Mrs. Lester Edinger, both of Woodstock or Mrs. John H. Sehrman, Crystal Lake. Fifty-two members and guests were assembled for the Friendship club potluck dinner and meeting Saturday. Nov. 12, at 6 p.m.. when Pastor Smith said grace. President Morris Crouch called the meeting to order and welcomed guests including Mr. and Mrs. Wittrock. guests of Daisy and Harold Wildhagen; Mrs. Dolores Kreuger. guest of Esther Sims: and Ann Sabie, guest of Florence Colby. Irene and Ed Wittrock are well known members of the congregation and gave the program for the evening. Mr. and Mrs. Wittrock did a couple of skits together and then led the group in a sing- along with Helen Creamer at the piano. Harold and Daisy Wildhagen were in charge of the program. There will be a special musical program Dec. 18 and members will be hearing further details on this very shortly. Get-well cards were signed by all for Bill Jordan. Theron Young. Clara Scholl and Mary Butler. Meditations were in two parts with Helen Crouch reading Psalm KM). "The Psalm of Thanksgiving", followed by a most interesting presentation by Fvelyn Smith on her recollections of Thanksgivings past which included chicken, pumpkin pies, mincemeat pies, (served with real whipped cream> and the many other homemade goodies „ prepared by her mother Sarah: the gathering together of the relatives and the renewing of family ties: the singing of "Count Your Many Blessings", Bible readings and worship services thanking God for the Divine Bounty given: and the sharing of fellowship and love. A heritage of beautiful memories, something most had experienced and enjoyed recollecting, par ticularly after listening to the beautiful presentation. The minutes of the previous meeting and the financial statement were read: both of which were approved and accepted. Morrie Crouch had a few delightful stories to tell, which everyone enjoyed. When Pastor Smith was asked if he had anything to say h£ reminded members of the Sunday morning service, and mentioned the new In- tergenerational class at 9:30 a.m. for grandparents, parents, and teenagers which should prove to be very interesting. Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary were sung to those celebrating these events in November with Helen Creamer at the piano. Evelyn Smith read an ex cerpt from a chaplains report onj "Mental Age' which was very interesting. ~ The next meeting of the Friendship club will be Saturday. Dec. 10. when Helen and Morris Crouch will have the program and hosts and hostesses will include Cleda and Leonard McCracken, Lyda Radish. Helen and Harry Lundy, and Ann Demke and Gertrude Anderson. The meat committee will consist of Vivian Bassett, Daisy and Harold Wildhagen, Bertha and Elmer Stange. Esther Sims and Florence Colby. Florence Berggren. Alice Holmgren and Ethel and Clyde Bailey. Birthday gifts for the residents of Valley-Hi Nursing home at Hartland are to be brought to the December meeting, wrapped as birthday gifts and marked as to whether for a lady or a man. Morris Crouch volunteered to see that the packages are delivered to Valley-Hi promptly. The Friendship club is a very casual group, open to all members of the congregation, 50 years old or older. Meetings are held every second Saturday of the month (except June, July and August) at 6 p.m. at the church for a potluck dinner followed by a short meeting and always a most interesting program. Homemakers Extension Mission Film Showing , Review Treasurer Bond At Methodist Meeting The monthly general meeting of the United Methodist Women of the First United Methodist church of McHenry, held recently began with a potluck luncheon. The program for the af ternoon was a film strip on the Red Bird Methodist mission in Kentucky. The pictures were very good and the narration excellent. This is the mission where the youth of the church went to help this spirng, repairing, painting and various other jobs all of which they found very, very rewarding: and certainly most enriching in their christian life. Mrs. Marlene Strohman read a poem from one of the newsletters from the Red Bird mission whicn was very in spiring. She also spoke about experiences at the Mission and had literature which was enlightening. She also had data on their craft center, and un doubtedly a booth at the next fall bazaar will feature items from there for sale. The meeting had been called to order by President Patricia Esposito, with a circle count. A letter from Gloria Cassell was read explaining her resignation as christian personhood. She sent her meditations for the meeting, along with a very beautiful poem she composed entitled "Circle". A recommendation from the U.M.W. Mission team (executive committee) was read, suggesting that all monies earned in serving dinners, luncheons, and receptions or parties, be used to purchase needed equipment for the kitchen and dining room,; and to make replacements on old or missing items. This met with unanimous approval. A motion was made to send an additional check to the Elgin District treasurer, which also was approved. Mention was made of the School of Missions to be held July 28 through Aug. 2 and women of the U.M.W. are urged to try to attend, even if only for the one day session. It was reported that three members had attended the Leadership Training day at Cary Nov. 14. All indicated it was informative and will be helpful in carrying out the duties and work of the U.M.W. throughout the year. On Thursday, Dec. 15, the U.M.W. will have a Communion service and Christmas brunch beginning at 10 a.m. Pastor Ruth Wickersham will par ticipate in the Communion service, and the Mount Hope U.M.W have been invited. There will be a babysitter in attendance. All the youngsters attending "Head Start" at the church were presented with a pair of hand knit mittens, this being a special project of the U.M.W. The next general meeting will be the Cormnunion service and brunch Thursday, Dec. 15 at 10 a.m. The November meeting of the board members of the McHenry county Homemakers Extension association was held Monday. Nov. 14 at the Farm Bureau building. Most council members and advisory members were present. Among the items under discussion was the voting on the bonding of the treasurers. President Connie Steffen requested that all units send in their ballots very soon. Unit flags were also discussed and it was hoped that all the units have their banners ready by April to be displayed at the annual meeting. They should measure 18x24 placed on a 36 inch pole. The council's annual Christmas party will be held at Mrs. Edward Stecks home in- Cary. It will be a potluck and gift. exchange, with each bringing a handmade gift. The advisory members were asked to discuss in their units the Save The Sight fund and Pennies for Friendship funds, questioning whether donations should be given to each or to alternate years. Also all members are asked to save and bring to meetings all good U.S.A. cancelled stamps for resale purposes to stamp companies abroad. These stamps buy food for starving children of the world. These will be collected at the board meetings and sent to ap propriate places. The annual All-County day will be held in February and plans are already being made to honor Canada, our neighbor to the north. The next meeting will be Dec. 12 at Cary. DISCONTINUE MOVIES The McHenry Public library will discontinue Saturday af ternoon movies, effective immediately. Installation Dinner For Twins Mothers Double Dilemma Mothers of Twins club will meet at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday. Dec. 6 at the Breakers restaurant, Rt. 14, Crystal Lake, for its annual installation dinner. Officers to be installed include Carolyn Hoppe. president: Marsha Zapata, vice president: Ann Vacula. treasurer and Maureen Keller, secretary. A Christmas party will be held Sunday. Dec. 4 at 2 p.m. in St. Patrick's church. McHenry, for members and their families. Santa will be there and many more surprises. The club is open to all mothers of multiple birth children. If anyone is interested in joining or would like more information on this month's events please contact Mrs. Ronald (Ann) Vacula of McHenry. • * * • Many a remark, said in haste and forgotten by the speaker, remains in the heart of the listener for years. MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON St. Patrick's Ladies' guild will hold a membership potluck luncheon Monday, Dec. 5, at 1 p.m. in the church hall. Those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass and an unwrapped "white elephant" for the silent auction. The officers and chairmen will serve. I l\l \f I will be treated to a presentation of Trends and Fashions For '77-78 as Riverside Beauty Supply presents ANTHONY SCICILIANO of Mt. Prospect MONDAY, DEC. 5. 1977 From 9 AM to 3 PM Limited to Beauticians only, • * JUST 20 TICKETS AVAILABLE • * GET YOURS EARLY I RIVERSIDE BEAUTY SUPPLY 2020 Rt. 120, McHertry - 385-8650 "Great Food and Drink" OPEN DAILY FROM 11 A.M. CLOSED SUNDAYS Now Under New Managcmsiit with a CompUtt N*w Mm FEATURING LUNCHEON • DINNER SPECIALS I potato 4512 WEST RTE. 120 too potato (815)385-2667 RESTAURANT & LOUNGE S MR. AND MRS. JOHN KOSANOVICH TEACHER WED-Former Johnsburg school first grade teacher, Jean Petrov and John Kosanovich were married July 30 at St. Sava Eastern Orthodox cathederal, Milwaukee, Wis. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stevan Petrov, 6003 Fox Lake road, McHenry, and the groom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Sam Kosanovich of Milwaukee, Wis. The young couple are living in Madison, Wis. Community Calendar i cooeo&oooflcooopoooiw NOVEMBER 30 Bus Trip to Chicago Loop- Bus Leaves McHenry State Bank 9 a.m.-Auxiliary to McHenry Hospital, Sponsors- Information, 385-8633. DECEMBER 1 Pi Alpha Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi-Regular Meeting- Mrs. Fawn VaU, Hostess. WW 1 Veterans, Barracks 1315-Regular Meeting- American Legion Hall~2 p.m. DECEMBER 2 Free Blood Pressure Screening-McHenry First National Bank~9a.m. to 1 p.m -McHenry County Heart Association, Sponsors. DECEMBER 3 & 4 Christmas Program- Presented by McHenry Choral Club--West Campus Auditorium-8:15 p.m. DECEMBER 4 Conservation Club Auction- McCullom Lake Beach House- 12:30 p.m.-Until All Items Are Sold. DECEMBER 5 McHenry Senior Citizens Club Executive Committee Meeting-3:30-p.m. -Landmark School. St. Patrick's Ladies Guild Membership Potluck Luncheon & Auction-1 p.m.-Church Hall. DECEMBER 6 U.M.W. Mission Team Executive Committee Meeting- -8:45 a.m.-First United Methodist Church. Marcia Mary Ball Circle Luncheon & Christmas Party- 12:30 p.m.-First United Methodist Church-Marilyn Haines & Luda Radisch, Hostesses. Free Blood Pressure Screening-First United Methodist Church~7 p.m. McHenry High School Christmas Concert-East Campus-7:30 p.m.-Tickets, 385-1145. Ruth Circle Luncheon & Christmas Party-12 Noon- Bring Dish to Pass & Gift- Wrapped White Elephant- Home of Mae Stinespring. DECEMBER 7 Annual Fashion Show and Salad Luncheon-Johnsburg Community Club~ll:30 a.m.*- St. John's Home and School Association, Sponsors. McHenry Senior Citizens Club-Shady Lake Bus- Luncheon-Theater Trip- Leaves McHenry State Bank 10:45 a.m. McHenry Grandmothers Club-Christmas Club-ll:30 a.m.-Branded Steak House- Bring Canned Goods for Fish & Grab Bag Gift. DECEMBER 8 Lakeland Park Women's Club Meeting-Community House, 1717 N. Sunset Avenue- 7:30 p.m. Trip to Water Tower-Bus Leaves McHenry Savings & Loan 9 a.m.-Tickets & In formation, 385-8633-Auxiliary to McHenry Hospital, Sponsors. DECEMBER 10 Friendship Club Potluck Dinner-Meeting-6 p.m.-First United Methodist Church. McHenry Women's Club Christmas ; Party-Potluck Luncheon-12 Noon-VFW- Bring Gift or Canned Goods. "Holly Hop" Dance- Johnsburg Community Club-9 p.m. to 1 a.m.-Band & Refresh ments-Tickets at Door- Information, 385-8920. "Birthday Party For Jesus"- -Jottnsburg Community Club-1 to 3 p.m.-First 150 Children Ages 4 to 11-Information & Reservations, 385-8920. DECEMBER 10 & 11 Christmas Madrigal Dinner- McHenry West Campus-6:30 p.m.-Tickets, 385-7077. DECEMBER 12 McHenry Senior Citizens Gub Annual Christmas Dinner Party-dfcUH) p m -West Campus Cafeteria-Program by Local Talent, 7:45 p.m. DECEMBER 13 Town and Country Newcomers Club-Cookie Exchange-Home of Sandy Howell-7:30 p.m. McHenry Area Jaycees General Membership Meeting- McHenry Moose Lodge-8 p.m. Order of the Eastern Star, McHenry Chapter-Stated Meeting-Masonic Hall~8 p.m. DECEMBER 14 Church Women United Medical Van-St. Patrick's Montini School-5 to 8 p.m. McHenry Senior Citizens Club Loop Bus Trip-Bus Leaves McHenry State Bank 8:45 a.m. DECEMBER 15 Pi Alpha Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi-Christmas Party- Mrs. Dorothy Haddick, Hostess. LjCkeland Park Women's Clfib Annual Christmas Dinner P a r t y -- I n d i a n M a n o r Restaurant-Cocktails, 6:30 p.m.-Dinner, 7 p.m. United Methodist Women- Communion Service & Brunch- 10 a.m.-First United Methodist Church-General Meeting. McCullom Lake Con servation Club-Regular Monthly Meeting-8.m.-Beach House. McCullom Lake Con servation Club-Regular Meeting»8 p.m.-Beach House. WW 1 Veterans, Barracks 1 3 1 5 - C h r i s t m a s P a r t y - American Legion Hall-2:30 p.m. McHenry Garden Club- Christmas Party-Snug Harbor- -12 Noon. DECEMBER 16 Church Women United- Executive Committee Meeting- -Home of Almarie James. Lakeland Park Women's Club Childrens Christmas Party-4 p.m.-Community House, 1717 N. Sunset Avenue- By Reservation Only. St. Margaret Chapter of Nairn -Potluck Dinner--St. Mary's Oak Room~6 p.m.- Bring Gift & Table Service. OFFICE OPENING November 17,1977 DR. MICHAEL J. PETERSEN Podiatrist-Foot Specialist announces the opening of his office Practice Limited to the Medical and Surgical Treatment of foot disorders at 2906 W. Rte. 120, McHenry, Illinois OFFICE HOURS BY APPOINTMENT 344-1102 "Christmas Windows Into The World" featuring Carols and Christmas Sanaa from Italy, Mexico, England, France, Sweden, Poland, Ireland, Japan & Russia. PAGE 2 - PI.AINDEALER • WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30. 1*77 Guests Welcomed At November Club Potluck MR. AND MRS. JOHN E. BOEKER McHENRY HOME-Newlyweds Melanie K. (Hennlnger) and John E. Boeker are making their home in McHenry following their wedding Saturday, Nov. 5, at St. Stephens Lutheran church, Carpentersville. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Maurie L. Henninger of 164 Austin avenue, Carpentersville, and the groom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. John V. Boeker of 4106 W. Crystal Lake road, McHenry. Hie bride is a 1977 graduate of Crown high school in Carpentersville and the groom graduated from McHenry high school in 1976. Both are employed at the Oak's in Crystal Lake. Annual Christmas Program presented by the McHENRY CHORAL CLUB Saturday & Sunday DEC. 3rd & 4th, 1977 8:15 P.M. Wast Campus High School Auditorium ADMISSION: ADULTS >2.00 (*1.50 in advance) CHILDREN 1.75 Paint Store MR. AND MRS. DAVID T. LAWSON OCTOBER VOWS-The nuptial vows between Carolyn Lee Mierzwa and David Thomas Lawson were repeated during a ceremony written by the groom and blessed by the Rev. Ralph Smith at the First United Methodist church, Saturday, Oct. 1. The bride is the daughter of Ms. La Verne Walters of McHenry and Norbert Mierzwa of Rockford. The groom's parents are Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Lawson of McHenry. The bride is employed as a registered nurse at Elgin Mental Health center and the groom is a business manager in Dundee. The bridal couple are making their home in Elgin. I