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PAGE 2-PLAISDEALER -TUESDAY. DECEMBER 23. 1 <J\A o±t[i y Plan Dance-A-Thon Consumers To Profit From Frozen Food Coupon Event Plans are well under way for the fourth annual Easter SeaJ-WXRD Dance-a thon at Woodstock high school Feb 7 and 8. Last year's event attracted more than 200 participants Once again, dancers are being invited to "Dance to lielp heal for Easter Seal". Dance-a-thon participants obtain pledges for each hour they dance during the 24 hour event and prizes are given on an individual basis to those raising the most money Last year's top money raiser was Sue Malenius, McHenry, whose pledges of more than $3,000 earned her a ski equipment package The top 16 money raisers will win major prizes and there will be prizes awarded during the dance WXKD disc jockeys Mike Lavelle and Maity Murphy will co-host the event. Lavelle will be the host at Woodstock high school and Murphy will be the studio disc jockey spinning records from the radio station. Music will be provided by WXRD which will broadcast the event live. On the air interviews will be conducted throughout the event. Participants must have accumulated a minimum of $3 per hour in pledges. Dancers are urged to obtain as many sponsors as possible among their friends, relatives, neighbors, merchants etc Meals and snacks, entertainment, and rest breaks will be provided throughout the 24-hour event. Every hour of participation is counted as an hour of donation, whether dancing, eating or resting. Registration and sponsor forms are being distributed at all McHenry county high schools and participating area merchants. Persons interested in participating are urned to watch their local papers or call the Therapy center at 338-1707 for further information on the Dance-a-thon. Dance-a-thon registration and pledge forms are also available at the Easter Seal center in Woodstock. A Victory party will be held Friday, Feb. 20, for all dancers and volunteers to announce winners and award prizes Volunteers interested in helping at the dance to prepare and serve food, assist with record keeping, or staff the admission and registration desks, are being w»igh» Anyone interested in aiding the disabled children and adults in McHenry county by working at the Dance-a-thon is requested to call Catherine Gurgone at 338-1707. Stew Cohen, news director for W1VS-WXRD, has narrated a slide show highlighting the Dance-a- thon. Any group interested in knowing how the Dance-a- thon works may call the Easter Seal center to arrange for a presentation of the slide show CONSUMER VCHECKUST GIVE WOOLENS CARE Clothes made from wool are often expensive, but with the right care they'll reward you with years of service. Woolens need to be cleaned often to remove odors and stains. After each wearing, brush garments lightly with a soft brush, especially the neckline, front edges and cuffs. Allow the garments to air before putting them back into the closet. McHENRY HEARING AID CENTER ROBERT STENSLAND-- mm. (is Tr». ROBERT DECKER-- M.A. Audioiogist 15 YRS OF SERVICE IN MCHENRY 385-7661 3937 MAIN ST. SERVICE CENTER HOURS WEDNESDAYS ONLY 10 TO 5 £VENINGS BY APPOINTMENT Sales & Service All Makes ALL REPAIRS GUARANTEED BATTERIES </2 PRICE Zenith and Zenetron direc­ tional aids cap help mild moderate and severe hearing losses-see if one can help you. FREE onfi year supply of batteries with purchase FREE J I H I I I I I I I I I I I H b • • I Community \ Calendar DECEMBER 23 McHenry Chapter 547, O.E.S.-stated meeting and holiday party, 8 p.m.-- Masoruc temple JANUARY 5 McHenry Senior Citizens Board meeting, 10 a.m.-old and new board member*- McHenry Public library. JANUARY 6 Ruth Circle, First United Methodist church-first meeting of new year, 12 p.m.-home - of Wildhagen. Over 50 major traces food companies will be par* ticipating in a foocen food coupon hrniwa in 106 top markets around the country, beginning Feb. If, 1081 and running through Mar. 18, 1881. This month-long promotion will feature many top name brands In the frozen food industry. Companies familiar to •hoppers at the from food case are planning to join in uns program. Fifty to 80 rnupn-- in a single week will otter the up on theae to stock food In addition to coupon savings, retailers will be featuring theae same items at 15 percent to 28 percent off the regular price list. Savings to the iimwhiiii may range from 30 percent to 40 percent off the hat price of thane top brand items. TO top off these the consumer gets a at a top contest prise of 030,000, or HO other prises of Daisy German's Celebrate Full Holiday Season Marty Murphy, Studio Di*c Jockey; and Mike Lavelle. Host Dike Jockey; are kbown with Sue Malenius, last year's Dance- a-thon first prize winner. JANUARY 7 McHenry Grandmother's club-luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Windhill-meeting, 1 p.m- Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran church, Green street. * JANUARY 8 Separated and Divorced Catholics-general meeting, 7:30 p.m.-adults-Montini Middle school. JANUARY 0-10 McHenry West campus creative dramatics class- "For the Sake of a Thrili"-8 p.m., West - campus auditorium. JANUARY 11 McHenry Separated and Divorced Catholics-Family (Aitdoor winter sports-l:30 p.m.-Lakewood Forest Preserve Winter Sports area-bring own equipment. McHenry West campus creative dramatics class- "For the Sake of a Thrill"-2 p.m., West campus auditorium. Rescue 50-riders meet 8 a.m.-American Legion- snow date, Jan. 18. JANUARY 12 McHenry Senior Citizens- election and installation of officers-West campus, 7 p.m. JANUARY 13 Newcomers club monthly meeting, 8 p.m.-M & M Body Shoppe, McHenry- wear casual clothes. McHenry Chapter 547, O.E.S.-Stated meeting, 8 p.m. JANUARY 16-17 McHenry West Drama club-"The Dark at the Top of the Stairs "-West campus auditorium, 8 p.m. JANUARY 18 Separated and Divorcedy Catholics-Brunch, noon- Chapel Hill Country club, M c H e n r y - c a l l T e r r y Boersma, 312-526-5092 by Jan. 13. McHenry West Drama club-"The Dark at the Top of the Stairs"-West campus auditorium, 2 p.m. JANUARY 22 Separated and Divorced Catholics-general meeting 7:30 p.m.-Montini Mic. school, McHenry-adults. JANUARY 25 McHenry Area Separated and Divorced Catnolics- Family bowling. JANUARY 26 McHenry Senior Citizens- meeting, 7 p.m.-West campus. JANUARY 27 McHenry Chapter 547, O.E.S.-Stated meeting, 8 p.m. Whether they are seeking the exaltation of the spirit or enjoyment of physical man, the Germans seem to get more enjoyment out of Christmas than almost any other people on earth. The German Christmas celebration lasts a full month and a half, from the end of November to mid- January. This festival season is illuminated by joyous carols, colorful fairs, deep devotion to the Christ Child, playful recreations of hellish demons and a parade of seasonal foods and Christmas candies that turns the most dedicated deter into a bloated Naschkatze - snack snatcher. Tannenbaum. Saint Nicholas, much changed from his original folklore origin, is a happy immigrant from Germany. The German Christmas season itself extends from Saint Andrew's Night (November 30) to the Octave of Epiphany (January 13). In that 45-day span there are 18-calorie-crowded holidays or festivals plus enough subordinate celebrations to wipe out any unwanted intervals of rest. Only the most confirmed Christmas keeper could hope to make all the stops on this Christmas itinerary. But quite a few of them try. November 30. Saint Andrew's Night - On this It isn't enough for a night young" girls are German to have fun during supposed to have a dream the Christmas season. He which will predict the insists that everyone share identity of their the joy of the hoiida in the jov season. Much of Germany transformed into a vast nauonwide block party. Homes are thrown open to friends, relatives ana even casual neighbors who come in and out to exchange presents, look at the tree and wish each other well over a glass of ptmch. Children are loaded down with cookies and gingerbread creations, which are almost alweays bad for them, but this time mother doesn't complain. After all, she has ' baking some of them July. Young men dress up in outlandish costumes to look like fearsome spirits and scare little children into being good The children are only too glad to go along because in Germany, even a hobgoblin may have a spare present for a deserving youngster. v No one is left out. Household pets and even farm animals can expect to receive a gaily wrapped Christmas present or a special treat from their owners. The German people - the centuries old culture of northern and central Europe rather than the present political creation - have had such an abundance of the Christmas spirit that they gave some of it to the rest of the world. The Christmas tree, now an almost universal symbol of the season, is clearly a German creation. The lights and bright ornaments put on the tree are also gifts to the world from Germany. The gingerbread house, which looks too good to eat but isn't, is a part of the German yuletide tradition. So also are such carols as Silent Night and 0 S identity of their future husbands. Actually, Saint Andrew is the natron saint of Scotland, out many Germans include it in their Christmas season to get started a day early. December l. First Sunday oi Advent - The Advent season lasts until Christmas with a new Advent candle being lighted each week. Children open a new window of their cardboard Advent Calendar each day until Christmas and recite a prayer for the day. December 4. Saint been Barbara's Day - '.Early- decorating a since budding cherry branches are tending. In > cut and put in water h*«vif children leav M «M tL« _4 <L ••• • • . HAIM MM Ji -the stove so they'll bloom by Christmas. December 8. Saint Nicholas' Day - Fourth Century Bishop of Myra, whose generosity made him the original Santa Claus, comes calling with presents micro-wave and freezers. Details of this fantastic frozen food festival will be coming shortly. Everyone should make sure there's pientyof room in the freezer and be on the look-out for the "Cold Cash for Hot Prizes" promotion and the benefits from price savings on quality frozen foods. At the same time, they will be providing families with nutritious, delicious meals and a cha nce to win up to $30,000 in prizes. on Saint Nicholas' Eve and his grim assistants may also carry switches for bratty kids. Many fairs open on this day and Spekulatius (stamped cinnamon cookies) are passed around quite lavishly. December 0, Second Sunday of Advent - Friends come calling and join their hosts in prayers and carols as the second Advent candle is lit in Lutheran homes. Catholics light this candle a day earlier. Baked goods are trotted out and consumed without delay. December 13 - Thousands of Nuremberg youngsters carrying lanterns with candles inside march in procession to the city's most prominent castle, where thy sing carols and enact a tableau about the Nativity. December is. Third Sanday of Advent - Prayers, carols and celebrations as the third Advent candle is lit December 21, Saint Thomas' Day - An especially rich fruitcake is baked ana dancing continues for into the night. December 22, Fourth Advent Sunday - Fourth and final Advent candle is lit. December 23, "Eve of the Eve" - The Virgin Mary and flights of angels fly over the land bringing advance word of Christ's birth. Last real working day before Christmas. December 24, Christmas Eve -- Work stops and practically all offices close until Dec. 27. But mother is swamped with baking, pretent wrapping, tree decorating and children . j: jn Westphalia - _ leave "gimme" notes on windowsills for the Christ Child. He comes and J;oes undetected, leaving ruits, sweets and presents. As night descends, the tree is lit and the family sings Stille Nacht or O Tannenbaum. The presents are distributed Offer Parent Classes Mrs. Fran Scholpp, R.N:, obstetrical department supervisor at Memorial hospital, Woodstock, an­ nounces the next "Preparation for Paren­ thood" free instructional course - a two evening session - will begin at 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 5. The informational program will be held in the hospital dining room on both Jan. 5 and 12, as a free community service program of the hospital. Both prospective parents haveattendedtbe sessions in the past and are invited and encouraged to do so. Mrs. Scholpp will take part in the program, which in­ cludes a tour of the hospital's maternity department, movies and talks. The next session is scheduled for Mar. 2 and 0. Attend FHA-HERO Rally FOR YOUR ADDED CONVENIENCE OERALD J. CAREY Lobby & Drive-Up Will 8* 9A.M.-3P. M. WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 24 DECEMBER 31 Four students represen­ ting the Home Economics Related Occupations class at MCHS attended the regional rally for FHA-HERO at the Hyatt Regency hotel, O'Hare. There were 850 high school students and sponsors from throughout the Chicago Area at the two-day con­ ference. Representing McHenry high school were Steven Hurst, class president, West campus; Stephanie Lippert, secretary; Julie Holmes, treasurer; and Tammy Smith, all from east campus. Sponsors included Mrs. Ames, teacher of the HERO class, and Sue Busch, student teacher. The group attended a variety of workshops in­ cluding Stress Management, Investment Dressing, Positive Mental Attitude and Child Abuse. The opening presentation was headed by the FHS- HERO National vice- president, Scott James, from Tennessee, a dynamic senior who spoke of the importance of the male role in Home Economics. The banquet speaker was Miss Illinois 1073, who shared how dreams can be created. The group had the op­ portunity to mingle with other students from their section and hope to share in social events and ski trips in the near future. NUTRITION Single free copies of the booklet "Nutrition and Your Health-Dietary Guidelines for Americans" can be obtained by writing: Con­ sumer Information center, Pueblo, Colo. 81000, ac­ cording to Peg Blaser, director of the Illinois Department on Aging. The 20-page booklet, prepared jointly by the U.S. Depart­ ment of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of apiculture, lists and explains dietary guidelines. Grandma Scz • • • Christmas, 1900, wi' spirits a risin', in anticipation o' th' loveliest holiday o' th' year. Festive preparations a takin' priority, in some way, in homes throughout th' Dennis Conway | 3319 W. Elm St. McHenry 365-7111 "See me fora State Farm Homeowners Policy with Inflation Gowrage." Like a good neighbor, Stale Farm is there. otAVl uaa Swo form fwt /, - and CopioWy Company Norn# Ofcc* Doommgun. IMM Our hearts go out t' those who're bereft o' theirs through tragic earthquake, fire, an' war. Many folk'll spend the day in hospitals, an' there are those who realize this is their last Noel, because o' illness. Our prayers go to them. In spite o' sad feelin's, we set th' tone o' th' holiday on a happy note, an' remember th' livin' wi' our love, all wrapped up in bright paper, tinsel, an' ribbon, as we pass our little gifts t' those who share our lives, near an' far away. What a wonderful thing it would be, if Christmas could bring "Peace on earth, an' good will t' mankind," all o'er th' world. As th' years pass by, there's always been something' t' bother th' mind. Greed, lust, an' th' many sins o' this world seem t' affect us f r e'er, 'n e'er, wi' no let-up. If Mother Nature fails t' gi' us problems, man creates all we c'n bear. This granny seems t' feel a new attitude permeathi' th' atmosphere, this year. Folks seem t' be headin' in th' direction o' a better way o' life. Me thinks it may result from more contact wi' programs on radio an' th' tube, that deal wi' our relation t' God, His Son, an' all th' gifts we receive, from a little sparrow, t' our daily bread, our childern, an' our very life, from His Power. This granny ne'er foils t' be grateful, an' though me life ne'er netted me one wish, t' have me man wi' me throughout all those long years, there were so many wonderful blessin's t' thank God fr. It grieves me when me ears hear about younguns who're brought up wi'out a love fr God and His Great Pow'r. Christmas is more 'n Santa,' an' all th' things he dispenses, an' this granny sends lovin' greetin's, along wi' all th' lovely gifts there'll be. Prayers fr - those distressed, those who will miss loved ones who've gone to th' great beyond, an' f one an' all, A Happy Christmas time. Grandma Radtke Christmas Customs Around The World BRAZIL In Brazil, as in other South American countries, the people observe Christmas in the sinnmertime At mid­ night on Christmas Eve worshipers celebrate Mass under the tropical sky in the courtyard of their churches, where colorful altars have been sei up ana Christmas decorations have been hung. Christmas dinner is eaten outdoors in a festive at­ mosphere. Small pancakes served with honey are one of the special delicacies of the holiday season. HOLLAND Children in Holland fill clean wooden shoes with hay and sugar and leave them on the hearth for St. Nicholas's horse. The next morning they find the hay and sugar have been replaced with small gifts. ' Christmas afternoon in Holland is the time for ice skating on the frozen canals and for visiting friends and relatives. It is probably from the Dutch pronunciation of St. Nicholas (San Nicolaas) that we derived the word "Santa Claus". SWEDEN The Lucia Bride is the symbol of the beginning of the Christmas season in Sweden. In each family a daughter is chosen to por­ tray St. Lucia, and on Dec. 13 (St. Lucia's Day), she rises before the rest of the family awakes. Dressed in white and wearing a crown of candles, she goes to each room wakening sleepers and of­ fering them coffee and buns. IRELAND St. Stephen's Day, Dec. 26, is celebrated in Ireland with "Feeding the Wren". The custom has to do with the legend of St. Stephen, the first Christian martyr. Stephen is said to have been hiding in a bush when we was betrayed to his enemies by a wren. That is why Irish children observe St. Stephen's Day - the Feast of this saint - by placing a wren in a cage and hanging it over a bush while they go from house to house collecting money for charity. AUSTRIA In Obernorf, Austria, on Christmas Eve, 1818, Joseph Mohr wrote and Franz Gruber set to music the beloved Christmas carol, "Silent Night". Today it is the world's most widely sung carol, having been tran­ slated into more than ninety languages. A custom observed by many Austrian families is placing apple twigs in a vase of water on Saint Barbara's Day, Dec. 4. If the twigs blossom by Christmas Eve, good fortune will come to the family, and the more blossoms there are, the greater the good luck. MEXICO The "posada" (literally "inn") is the main feature of the family Christmas celebration in Mexico. A few days before Christmas the family forms a procession and goes through the house from room to room - as Mary and Joseph went from inn to inn seeking shelter. They are turned away from every room except the last. There, around a creche, the family and sings Christmas ITALY An ancient legend of Italy tells of the Wise Men stop­ ping to ask directions of an old woman, Le Befana, who was so awed by their magnificednce that she was unable to speak. They in­ vited her to go with than to worship the newborn King, but she could only shake her head. After the Wise Men had gone, she suddenly found her tongue and started out to catch them. She never overtook them. However, at each place she stopped in her pursuit she left a little gift, hoping that someday she would find the Christ Child In Italy, therefore, it is not Santa Claus who brings the gifts to good children, but Le Befana. BETHLEHEM The Christmas season brings thousands to Bethlehem to visit the bir­ thplace of Jesus. At the church of the Nativity, they enter the Latin Chapel, fourteen centuries old, and then descend to the Grotto of the Nativity. There a silver star inlaid in a small recess of the wall marks the traditional spot of Christ's birth. Many pilgrims put their hands through a hole in the star into the grotto supposed to be the cavelike stable where Mary and Joseph found lodging that wondrous night, 2,000 years ago. itomrmrm Holiday party suits in pale pastels are being shown. Made of satin, soft wool combinations or polyester crepe, these suits are complimented with soft, lace trimmed blouses. SURVIVAL FOOD RESERVES Howard Ruff recommended in his No. 1 Best S^lier^ How To Prosper In The Coming Bad Years ". food Shorties Cnn llnppau ACT NOW Gail's Health Services is a distributor for the Ruff recommended Food Reserve & affiliated with Martin's Health & Survival, Inc. Free Information--ACT TODAY! Oail's Haalth Strvicns 115$. Main St., Wauconda, III Hrs. M-F-9-5 (312) 526-8332