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r V, IWGE S- PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 1984 ft mostly Women's Club hears speakers Community ^Calendar The McHenry Women's Club will hold its general meeting Thursday, Jan. 12, at noon- in. the hall at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church. A board meeting at 11 a.m. will precede the program. . Mrs.^Zimny, a member of the Telephone Pioneers, will show a short film on the history of the Statue of Liberty and the need for its renovation. Later, Nancy Moore, Senior. University of Illinois Extension Home Adviser, Home Economics, McHenry County, will present an interesting program on "The American Woman's Fashions~"of 1776- 1976," showirig how events shaped what women wopp. V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary hblds. busy monthly meeting The December meeting of the during the holidavs wit LORAINE S. FORSTER ANNOUNCE ENGAGEMENT -- Mr. and Mrs. F. William Forster of McHpnry announce the engagement of their daughter Loraine S., to Jeffrey W. Meyers, son of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer G. Meyers of 2002 w. Church, Johnsburg, The bride elect graduated from McHenry West Campus in 1979. The future bridegroom is a 1978 graduate of the same high school. An Oct. 6,1984 wedding is planned. Thank- The December meeting of the Ladies Auxiliary to Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4600^ was called to order by AmreScar- brough, pre^denfy with 14 members present. Following the operung ser vices and pledge to the flag, reports were given by chairmen. Cancer Aid and .Research Chairman Barb Bryniarski announced the auxiliary members have made donations making it possible for the auxiliary to donate over the $2 per member quota as set by the national organization. Gerry Kuck, Voice of Democracy Chairman, stated the essays entered from the three local high schools will be judged and one from each school will be forwarded to the fifth district judging. She also stated the Fifth District Voice of Democracy Awards Banquet will be held Saturday, Jan. 14, at the VFW in Lake Villa. Other chairmen reporting were Safety Chairman Eva Snell"; who mentioned safety during the holidays with Christmas trees and other decorations; and Mary Fergen, Community Service Chairman, who asked the members . to continue saving bread wrappers for the Easter Seal Society. -The ^membership decided to donate $50 to the Viet yNarry isl you-notes always welcome Christmas presents have been opened, arid the sweater from aunt Minnie is perfect. The home-baked breads sent over from the next-door neighbor were the hit of Chirstmas break' fast and the twins adore the sled grandpa picked out. The holiday season is one in which the expression, "It's more blessed to give than to receive," is joyfully demonstrated. It's also appropriate that the sen­ der's g^i^rosity be remembered in a thank-you note. It's important that the thank- you be conveyed as soon as possible following the giver's kindness, but too often, sending the note .is delayed because the receiver just doesn't know what to write. Here are a few hints that make sending a thank-you note easier: ...Write the note within a few days of the receipt of the gift, while details are still fresh in the mind. ...Describe the moment when the gift was received. Tell the person who sent the gift what emotions were felt when it was opened. --: ...Explain how the gift will be used -- and be specific. Let aunt * Minnie know the first occasion when the sweater will be worn, for example. ...Jot a note about how much the gift meant, or mention how it reflects the giver's personality. Try something like, "Only you would have known that we'd be up all night Christmas Eve wrapping presents ̂ nd I'd be too tired to cook a fancy breakfast. But thanks to the breads you sent, the morning was perfect for everyone - including me!" ...Set the gift where it will evoke a personal comment or two when describing it. "It looks like a sled, Grandpa, but it soundsj like laughter. I can see the twins from the window right now and they're having the times of their lives." ...Personalize the thank-you note with a photograph of the gift as it is opened or is being used by the receiver. Sincerity and originality are the keys to writing a thank-you note. And it will make the person who gave the gift as happy as the recipient was when it was opened. Moms & Tots discussion group meets Syndrome project, which is the project of this year's State President Patricia Hyatt, and State Commander Dwight Tanner. This project provides funds for Viet Nam veterans who are patients at North Chicago Medical Center. The veterans are undergoing therapy and this donation helps provide transportation, meals, etc. Auxiliary members also decided to give $182 to the Veterans of Foreign Wars National Home Funds, $100 to the General Hospital Fund, $200 to FISH, $50 to Political Action Committee, $25 to Willing Workers, and $25 to the Statue of Liberty Restoration Fund. Learn how to shop sensibly "Are you enticed into buying products at the grocery store you really don't need? Is there a difference between advertised brands, house brands and generic products? Ar^ there aisles I should avoid?" These questions and more will be answered when Laurie Lindsay, R.D., addresses the issue, "Supermarket Survival" for the Lake Zurich Newcomers' Club at the Harry Knigge Center in Lake Zurich Tuesday, Jan. 17, at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free and all interested are invited to attend. Ms. Lindsay is a registered dietitian, an Illinois Dietetic Association Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year for 1983 and a Nutrition Education Con­ sultant for the Dairy Nutrition Council. Membership Meeting-Kristof' JANUARY 4 McH. Grandmothers Club-Meeting, 11:30 a.m.-Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church--Program-Pl(j&se Attend and Bring Sand­ wich. / * JANUARY 5 McH. Sportsmen's Club-Meeting, 8 p.m.-1984 Memberships Due. Evening Circle-First United Methodist Church-7:30 p.m>At The Parsonage-Study, "The Great Physician." „ JANUARY 7 McH. Sportsmen's Club-Weingart Rd.-Practice Shoot, 1 p.m.- Public Welcome. McH. Area Jaycees-Recycling Drive-McH. West Campus-9 a m to 1 p.m. JANUARY 8 McH. Sportsmen's Club-Weingart Rd.-Meat Shoot, 10 a.m.-- Games-Public Welcome. JANUARY 9 U.M.W. Mission Team-Executive Committee-Meeting, 9:30 a.m.~ First United Methodist Church Parlor. McH. Senior Citizens Club-Executive Board Meeting, 10 a.m- McH. Public Library-Outgoing & Incoming Boards. - McH. Senior Citizen's Regular Meeting, 7 p.m.-^East Campus. JANUARY 10 > McH. Area Jaycees-General Cirkus-8 p.m.-Public Invited. JANUARY 11 Kishwaukee Life Member CluhrTelephone Pioneers of America- Monthly Meeting, 11:30 a.m.-VFW on Throop St., Woodstock- Reservations By Jan. 8.-Calk 344-2808 or 338-6637. JANUARY 12 McH. Co. Genealogical Soc.-Meeting, 7:30 p.m.-Gra^ce Luthera Church Fellowship Hall-Washington (Rt. 120 & Try on ^Sts., Wood stock--"Use of Topographical Charts & Maps." Lakeland Park Women's Club-No Meeting. JANUARY 14 McH. Sportsmen's Club-Weingart Rd.-Practice Shoot, 1 p.m.- Public Welcome. Friendship Club Poitluck Luncheon & Meeting-12:30 p.m.- Fellowship Hall-First llnited Methodist Church. McH. Area Toastmasters-Meeting, 9 a.m.-McH. West Campus- Guests Welcome. A # JANUARY 15-21 National Jaycee Week JANUARY- 16 T.H.E.O.S.-Meet at 5:30 p.m.-Dinner At Busy Bee Restaurant- Then to First United Methodist Church for Fun and Fellowship. JANUARY 19 United Methodist Women-General Meeting, Noon-Potluck Luri cheon-Fellowship Hall-First United Methodist Church-Hostess Priscilla Circle. JANUARY 21 McH. SportsmenV Club-Weingart Rd.-Practice Shoot, 1 p.m. Public Welcome. The Moms and Tots Discussion group, open to all mothers of toddlers, will meet Wednesday, Jan. 11, at lO^a.m. Topics of discussion will be scheduled every month. In addition, there will be an op­ portunity at every meeting to discuss any topics of concern to individual mothers. For more information about the group and the location of the meeting, one may contact the group's leader at 312-658-3679. The Moms and Tots Discussion Group is sponsored by the Childbirth and Parenting Association of McHenry County, which also offers its members support and information to help with their important roles as parents. One need not be a member of C. & P. A. to attend the Moms and Tots Discussion Group. Other services offerfd by C. & P. A. include a mmonthly newsletter, discussion groups for working moms and for new moms, children's parties, play groups for pre-schoolers and meetings which feature authorities speaking on subjects of concern and interest to parents. For. more information about the Childbirth and Parenting Association, call Muffie Slater at 459-58" McHenry Area Jaycees plan many worthwhile projects As a rule, only the patients who are in desperate neeti of medical care are kept in McHenry Hospital over the Christmas holiday season, and members of the McHenry Area Jaycees realize that. Therefore, this Christmas Eve, lik^ so many in the past, they sent Santa Claus and two of his elves (Jaycees) to visit all the patients. * The purpose of the visit was simply to bring a moment or two of cheer and good will to the patients and members of their families and friends who were visiting them. Santa passed out toys and games to the children in the pediatric ward, and candy canes were given to everyone in the hospital, as he went on his merry way. This is just one of many projects performed by the McHenry Area Jaycees all year »•* long. Anyone interested in learning more about the group is urged to call 344-0195 after 5 p.m. for more information. ton A r SALE! 20-30% OFF WINTER MERCHANDISE STARTING WED., J AN. 4th •DRESSES •COORDINATES ~ •SWEATERS-LINGERIE > * •MUCH MUCH MORE ton 1007 N. FRONT ST., (S. RTE., 31) McHENRY .1' DON'T TAKE A CHANCE ON YOUR FAMILY'S HEALTH Dundee Dental Center Dr. Louis Blanchet, Director DENTURES *145 T Custom Made-Upper or Lower PARTIALS CROWNS '250 '225 ROOT CANALS -'70 RELINES - '65 V SERVICE REPAIRS-'15 AND UP 12 HR. SERVICE EXTRACTIONS-FILLS-CLEANING AND UP $20 AND HOURS: MON.-FRfl. 10-5:30, SAT. 9-5 Please call for appointment 201 Penny Ave. (IL. 68) East Dundee 312-428-8700 Visa & Mastercard accepted JANUARY 22 McH. Sportsmen's Club-Weingart Rd. Games-Public Welcome. Ieat Shoot, 10 a.m.- JANUARY 23 McH. Senior Citizens Club-Regular Meeting, 7 p. McH. Area Toastmasters-Meeting, 8 p.m.- ast Campus est Campus PWP slates outings Chapter No. 189 of Parents Without Partners (PWP) will be offering many opportunities for fun during the first month of the new year. The first general meeting of 1984 will be Friday, Jan. 6, beginning at 8:30 p.m., at the Senior Citizen's Center on Illinois St. in Crystal Lake. A member of AAIM (Alliance*. Against Intoxicated Motorists) will give a talk on what the organization is attempting to do to curb the abuses of the law by intoxicated motorists and * variations in sentences metered out by the courts. Coffee and refreshments will be served following the meeting. All single parents in the area are invited to attend this or any other meeting of PWP. For more information, call Gladys at 815-568-7543, or Ginny at 459- 5262. Other 'events for January include a game night Jan. 7, at 8 p.m.; newcomers coffee Jan. 11 (312-639-3447 for details); "Friday the 13th Coffee & Discussion" Jan. 13, at 8 p.m. in Crystal Lake (459-5262 to RSVP); Wine-tasting & Cheese Party Jan. 14, at 8 p.m. in Algonquin (312-658-7119) amf a family outing to the In­ ternational Ski vJump Tour­ nament Jan. 15, beginning at 1 p.m. in Fox River Grove (312- 639-3447). Parents Without Partners is not only an educational organization for single parents, it is also a warm and friendly place to spend an evening with nice people who truly care about each other and about new single parents who come for a vist. SUNTANNING WE TAMED THE SUN...AND MADE IT COMFORTABLE Ask About Our Gift Certificates * SESSIONS *40 HAVE A TAH CHRISTMAS VJcHenry I nnensnry ) 804 Mill St. CALL 344-2202 / NSUtilUS McHenry, II. *»•* < HEALTH & FITNESS CLUB K FOR APPT.