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•PAGE It - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER 7.1983 Social * Slate catered dinner party ST AM PHOTO WAYNf GAYIORO Have breakfast with Santa From left to right, elves Marian Arneson, Janette Barry and Jackie Phelps anxiously watch in anticipation of tasting the culinary delight Santa Claus is about to remove from the oven as he makes a trial run for the Breakfast With Santa Dec. 11. This event is a fund raiser for the Learning Management programs of McHenry High School District 156, sponsored by the Parent Advisory Council for L.M.P. Everyone is invited and urged to come to the McHenry Moose Lodge this Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., where they can join Santa and his elves for a pancake and sausage breakfast. A nominal charge will be made for adults; children three to ten years old will pay a lesser price; and those three and under are free. The Annual Christmas Catered Dinner Party for the T.H.E.O.S. group is scheduled for Monday, Dec. 19 at 5:30 p.m., and will take place in the Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church, McHenry. There will be a $2 grab bag gift exchange and everyone is also to bring a wrapped package for the "grabby game." It can be a white elephant, funny item, toy or 'what-have-you' as it is just for fun. Reservations for the event 'can be made by contacting Lyda Radisch at 385-2754 before the Dec. 12 deadline. The group met recently at the Busy Bee Restaurant for its November get-together. After enjoying a delicious meal, they went to the First United Methodist Church. Annetta Burrell showed slides and told some of her experiences working with disturbed and mentally ill children at Chicago- Read Mental Health Center, and Henry Horner Center; ex­ plaining the educational and vocational training services provided. This was very in­ teresting and informative and all were glad she was able to present such a good program. T.H.E.O.S. (To Help Each Other Smile) is a casual, warm and friendly group for widows and widowers; meeting the third Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at some local restaurant for dinner together; and then going to the First United Methodist Church for an evening of fun and fellowship. It is non-denominational, with no age restrictions and no dues, and guests and newcomers are always most welcome. NAFW sets holiday program removing Christmas stress j Community Calendar > DECEMBER 7 \ Priscilla Circle-9:30 a.m.-Parlor, First United Methodist Church- 5 Program, Mission Saturation Team Rep.-Hostess, Esther Larson. \ Pistakee Highlands Woman's Club-Christmas Party, 6:30 p.m.- * Warsaw Inn-bring children's gifts for FISH. \ DECEMBER 8 t Wdstk-McH League of Women Voters-Unit Meeting, 9:30 a.m.- j "Planning for National Programs"-Grace Lutheran Church-311 t Washington St., Wdstk.-Babysitting Available. I McH. Co. Genealogical Soc.-Meeting, 7:30 p.m.-Grace Lutheran » Church Fellowship Hall-Christmas Get-Together. I McH. Sr. Citz. Club-Annual Christmas Dinner-McH. Country J Club-Reservations, Ruth Fradell, 385-6586. J McHenry Woman's Club-Christmas Party & Potluck Luncheon- » Bring Dish to Pass & Collection For FISH-11:30 a.m.-Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church. Christmas Extended Store Hours Begin-Weekdays, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.- -Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.-Sundays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Evening Circle, 7:30 p.m.-First United Methodist Church- Speaker, Ralph Wier, Missionary Interpreter-All church members invited. . DECEMBER 10 Meet Santa at East Campus-Parade to Pearl St. Park-Trim Tree In Park-Bring Ornaments & Toys for Tots-Caroling At Tree Trimming. Ladies Guild-Decorate For Christmas Party-9 a.m.-St. Patrick's Church Hall. Friendship Club Potluck Luunch & Meeting-Fellowship Hall, 12:30 p.m.-First United Methodist Church. Christmas Bazaar, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.-St. Paul's Church-St. Paul Ave., off So. Green St.-crafts, candy & baked goods. Children's Christmas Party for residents of Lakemoor-2 to 4 p.m.- Village Hall-Register, 385-7856. McH. Sportsmen's Club-Weingart Rd.-Practice Shoot, 1 p.m.- Public Welcome. DECEMBER 11 McH. Sportsmen's Club-Weingart Rd.-Meat Shoot, 10 a.m.- Games-Public Welcome. DECEMBER 11-17 Home Decorating Contest-Entry Blanks in McHenry Plaindealer- Daytime & Night Time Judging. DECEMBER 12 Aurora Blood Draw-Zion Lutheran Church-4206 W. Rt. 120, McH- 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ladies Guild-Christmas Party & Potluck Luncheon-12:30 p.m.--St. Patrick's Church Hall-Entertainment, Joy Ringers of Crystal Lake. McH. Sr. Citz. Club-Regular Meeting, 7 p.m.-East Campus Cafeteria. DECEMBER 13 Ruth Circle of First United Methodist Church-Christmas Partyy noon-Home of Mrs. Nuziard-Bring Dish To Pass & Christmas Gift. McH. Area Jaycees-General Membership, 8 p.m.-Kristof's Cirkus-Public Welcome. DECEMBER 14 McH. Grandmothers Club-Christmas Party-McH. Country Club- 11;30 a.m.-Bring Grab Bag Gift and FISH Donation. Kishwaukee Lite Member Club-Telephone Pioneers of America- tiristmas Party 11:30 a.m.-McHenry Country Club-820 N. John, cHenry-Reservations By Dec. 10-Call 344-2808 or 338-6637-Bring ;e Gift & Food For Needy. McH.-Fx. Lk. LaLeche League-Meeting, 7:30 pm.-CaU Margie [cCarthy, 385-2666. Learn how to remove stress from Christmas holiday plans. The Dec. 15 workshop-dinner of the National Association of Future Women, will help one make Christmas last longer and also afford the opportunity to enjoy the holiday season more fully. The event is slated for Thursday, Dec. 15, at 5:30 p.m., at Cattleman's Restaurant in Algonquin. The seminar entitled "Sanity and the Holidays - Is It Possible?" will be led by Jackie Mansholt, Consultant and Education Coordinator for Family Services and Com­ munity Health of McHenry County. She will present ideas and suggestions on how to sur­ vive the hoUdaysaHer program is filled with unique, creative and fun ways to enrich the holidays. St. Agatha Court 777 schedules Christmas lunch The annual Christmas lun­ cheon for St. 777 of the NatibnaT Cathol Society of Foresters will be held Tuesday, Dec. 13, at the Longhorn Steak House. The festivities will begin at 11:30 a.m. Members wishing to attend are asked to make reservations by Dec. 7, to Mrs. Richard (Katie) Dehn or Mrs. George (Jane) Mann. All members are invited to attend. This outing takes the place of the regular monthly meeting. In addition to the workshop, a special holiday program is planned to put smiles on faces, humor in hearts and relaxation in minds. NAFW meetings are open to women of all ages and all walks of life. The organization provides personal and professional support, net­ working, skills development and growth opportunities. . o Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Cattleman's, Routes 25 and 62, Algonquin, followed by the workshop at 6 and dinner at' 7:30. All women are welcome. Reservations may be mailed to NAFW, P.O. Box 763, Crystal Lake 60014, or phoned in to Judy Monaco, 312-893-8296; or Bar­ bara Grimm, 455-5406; no later than Tuesday, Dec. 13. *: MR. AND MRS. JOHN HORVATH Upon returning from a honeymoon in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, newly married Mr. and Mrs. John Allen Horvath are making their home at 2210 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, EL. 0^-A The couple was united in holy matrimony Oct. 9, during a 4 p.m. ceremony officiated by Pastor Robert C. Hereth in St. James Lutheran Church, 7400 W. Foster, Chicago. A reception for 160 friends and relatives followed at the Seville, 700 Barrington Road, St ream wood, IL. The bride is the former Cindy Linn Affolter, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kurt (Georgia) Af­ folter, 8030 W. Eastwood Ave., Norridge, IL. Mr. and Mrs. John M. (Irene) Horvath, 1507 River Road, McHenry, are the parents of the bridegroom. The new Mrs. Horvath graduated from Ridgewood High School in Norridge ; earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management at the University of Illinois, Chicago .Circle Campus; and is a District Manager at Jo-Ann Fabrics. Her husband graduated from Forest View High School in Arlington Heights, earned an Associate Degree in liberal Arts from William Rainey Harper, Jr. College in Palatine, IL; and is an Account Manager for Pan American World Air­ ways. U.M.W. slates potluck luncheon The next general meeting of the United Methodist Women of the First United Methodist Church of McHenry will be held _, Dec. 15, at noon, in 'ellowship Hall, begimtnjf with a potluck luncheon. Ruth Circle will be the hostess; new officers will be installed; and a musical program will be featured. Guests are most welcome. The November meeting began at 7:30 p.m., with Nancy Hodges and Kathy Boehmer giving the meditations, "Worship Oneness In Christ," which was very interesting and in­ spirational. During the program, members sang "Blest Be The Tie That Binds" and "You Will Know We Are Christians By Our Love." Kathy BO^ttrter then iitf- troduced Steve Moore and Greg Prestipino, who gave an in­ formative talk on Y.O.U. (Youth Opportunites Unlimited), an organization to help problem boys in a homelike environment located in Woodstock. They explained the structure of the group and services rendered which make this a much needed organization in the area. The Evening Circle served delicious refreshments during the 'break' and then the meeting resumed. Three recommendations from the U.M.W. Mission Team were read, discussed and approved, including making a donation of $50 as a contributing member to Y.O.U.: a $50 donation to Hospice; and the institution of "Secret Sisters" for U.M.W. members, to begin in January. The Nominating Committee Chairman read the slate of nominees for the next year. It was announced that there will be an Open House Sunday, Dec. 18, at the parsonage, from 1 to 5 p.m. Vonnie Wynveen is in charge. La Leche League discusses Pick up orders St. Clara Court nutrition-weaning Dec. 14 Nutrition and Weaning is the topic for the McHenry-Fox Lake La Leche League meeting this month. The meeting will be held Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 7:30 p.m. La Leche League is a self-help group dedicated to promoting good mothering through breastfeeding. Some of the points of discussion will be the league's belief that breastmilk is the superior infant food and the increased awareness in good nutrition for the entire family. BIRTHS Delaying introducing solid food into the baby's diet will provide an interesting discussion, as well as baby-led weaning which is an important concept in child rearing. Available at the meetings is a lending library with many ex­ cellent books on such subjects as breastfeeding, chidbirth and nutrition. For more information on the meetings or breastfeeding help, please contact Mrs. Thomas (Margie) McCarthy, 385-2666. Parents of McHenry Junior High School students must pick up all of their cheese and sausage orders Wednesday, Dec. 7, between the hours of 3 and 9 p.m., at the school. Orders were turned in about two weeks ago. This fund raiser was spon­ sored by the McHenry Junior High School P.T.O. to purchase more computers for the school office and also for the use of the students. holds potluck Members of St. Clara Court No. 659 of the Lady Foresters will have their Christmas Potluck Supper Thursday, De. 8, at 6 p.m., in the Mary Hall if Montini Middle School. A collection will be taken A that time for canned goods to bt donated to the FISH organization. A highlight of the evening will be the appearance of Santa Claus. Voter league plans ahead •SMITH Amanda Louise is the name chosen by Lamar Kim and Theresa Ann (Balfanz) Smith of San Antonio, TX, for their first child. The 8 lbs. 9 oz. baby girl was born Oct. 4 at Wilford Hall Medical Center, Lackland AFB, TX, and measured 21 inches Terrence R. and Kimberly Smith, 213 Augusta Dr., McHenry, announce the birth of their third child and second son. Christopher Robert entered the world Nov. 2 at Good Shepherd Hospital, Barrington, weighing 8 lbs. 4 oz. He has a brother An­ thony and a sister Danielle. Maternal grandparents are Mr. Mary Catherine Marrs, daughter of Barbara and Michael Marrs of McHenry, was bom Nov. 16, at Prentice Women's Hospital in Chicago. She weighed 3 lbs. 13 oz. and was 16 Mt inches long. The baby remains at the hospital where long. Maternal grandparents are Margaret A. Balfanz of Wonder Lake and J. J. Balfanz of Chicago. Paternal grand­ parents are Margaret O. Ross of Corinth, MS and the late Howard W. Smith. SMITH and Mrs. Warren Lynch of Arlington Heights, IL. and Mr. Fred Haemker of Palatine, IL. Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Smith of Buffalo Grove, IL are the paternal grandparents. Mrs. Elizabeth Haemker of Palatine and Mrs. Theresa Smith of Chicago are the children's great-grandmothers. --MARRS she's doing beautifully; and brothers Chris, age seven and Teddy, five; and sister EUzabeth, three, are eagerly waiting for her to come home. Grandparents are Pat and Dave Condon of Chicago and Dorothy and Homer Marrs of Inverness. The Woodstock-McHenry League of Women Voters has announced an informal meeting on program planning will be held Thursday, Dec. 8, at 9:30 a.m. This will be an opportunity for all members to voice their ideas and concerns for programs at the local and national levels. Now is the time to make suggestions to other leagues and the national board in order to get a program adopted at next year's convention. There should be much lively discussion combined with socializing. The meeting will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, 311 Washington Street, Woodstock. For further information about the league or this meeting, one may call Barb Marrs, 385-1434. Present holidays program "Home for the Holidays" will be the theme of the McHenry County Christian Women's Club's December meeting. The meeting will be a Continental Breakfast, held Wednesday, Dec. 14, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at T.C. Spirits Restaurant, 6305 Northwest Highway in Crystal Lake. A special feature will be "Wrapping It Up," last minute decorating ideas. "Caroling at the Door" will be a girls triple trio from Harrison Grade School in Wonder Lake. The inspirational speaker will oe Del Jansen from Waukesha, WI, with a "Fireside Chat " Her talk is entitled "Peanuts and People." Each person attending the breakfast will receive a hand­ made Christmas ornament. There will also be a Christmas tree displaying a variety of handmade ornaments available for sale. ' Reservations are essential by noon Dec. 12, and may be made by calling Charlotte at 455-6642, or Sue at 312-639-0977. A free nursery is available with I reservation. -