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'-•••••-'^ V: t^irn to oftfe for TRENDS Thursday, August 8,1985 Section B PEOPLE TALK Stooge fan STOOGE FAN: Michael Jackson appreciates a double eye gouge and the sound of cracking noggins as much as the next guy. Jackson has written the forward for "Curley -- A Biography of the Super Stooge," which is due out in October. The book is the third on the Three Stooges by Joan Howard Maurer, daughter of Moe and niece of Curley Howard. After learning Jackson was a fan, Maurer sent him a copy of "The Three Stooges Book of Scripts" and he called back to say how much he enjoyed it. His forward for "Curley," Maurer says, is "basically, his feelings about the Stooges and how he grew to enjoy the shows." Daughterly loyalty aside, Maurer says Curley was her favorite Stooge. "When I was young it was really a bit embarrassing to have your father knocking his family (Curley and brother Sbemp Howard) around," she said, "As far as a favorite, I had filial feelings for Moe but he was mean (in the movies). Curley was the elfin, channing one. He was like a man- child and a bit like the character you saw on the screen -- not that dingey of course -- and never really grew up because of an overprotec- tive mother." One flew over the typewriter Ken Keeey, author of "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" and "Sometimes a Great Notion," has some advice for aspiring writers -- think about another career. Kesey, speaking at the American Writer's Conference in Houston, advised young writers to keep at it, but warned that the chances for literary fame aren't very good. "Your chances are better to become a pro football quarterback," he said. Kesey also criticized the media for scrutinizing the private lives of famous people. "The media feels they've become more equal than the rest of the animals," he said. Take turns at mayor The West Hollywood, Calif. City Council was in an uproar because the mayor refused to give up the Job even though her term was over. So everyone decided to take the bean sprouts-and-avocado approach -- hire a psychologist for $2,000, take personality tests and go on a weekend retreat to Santa Barbara. "I think things will operate more smoothly now," Councilman John Heilman said after the weekend, outing. "It went very well. We focused a lot on the.skills we need to develop and on working together as a team." Heilman, the mayor-elect, has been having a tug-of-war with Mayor Valerie Terrigno, who won't step down even though her term ended last week. Jerrigno, who made headlines when newly incorporated West Hollywood elected her as the, nation's first avowed lesbian mayor, talked it over with Heilman, also a homosexual, but there was no decision on succession. Still, there was a feeling of cooperation after the retreat. Heilman learned he must work on "developing trust, not feeling uncomfortable when things are in someone else's control." Flying in the face of idiots Instead of the red-carpet treatment, Chuck Yeager says he got the "idiot treatment" uponflying into Houston's Hobby Airport. Yeager, the "Right Stuff" prototype and the first man to break the sound barrier, is flying around the 6oiintry promoting his autobiography and taade it from Detroit to Houston in two hours and 59 minutes, averaging 378 mph in a Piper Cheyenne 400-LS. "Everywhere we fly we can set a new record in this plane," said Yeager, 62. "It's never boring. It's always sdmething new." He andPhis co-pilot encountered something new on his final approach into Hobby. "When we got here, we got the Jiiitr a around time so the record could be official. "Ndw we'li gstto cwl the tower for the exact information." Movie demands American actress Bo Derek and husband John share a tender moment in Parte, August 5. A Paris newspaper reported that Bo Derek will require future co-starring actors to undergo tests for AIDS before appearing with her. INDEX/SECTION B Fall college classes to provide direction, teach self-confidence Persons who have trouble feeling good about themselves; or do not know where they are going in life, may benefit from personal develop­ ment courses being offered by Mc­ Henry County College. Five options, all taught by MCC counselors, are scheduled to begin this fall. They include: Human Po­ tential, Career Development, Asser­ tive Communication, Strategies for Successful Learning and Wellness. Each of the classed will be held for two hours each week, for 10 weeks total. They can be taken on a credit or non-credit basis. Credit students can apply the one credit hour as general elective credit in degree programs available at MCC. The personal development courses meet two particular needs. They can prove to be a good first step to attending classes at MCC for those new to college life. They can also be helpful to current students trying to cope with life's stresses. The Human Potential course would prove especially valuable to individuals wishing to gain confi­ dence and direction. Counselor Shir­ ley Webster will lead students into examining their values, attitudes, strengths and beliefs. Emphasis will be on applying those character­ istics to conflict resolution and life­ style planning. The class will meet Tuesdays, from 1 to 3 p.m., begin­ ning Sept. 3. Counselor Shelly Kaplan will in­ struct the class in Career Develop­ ment. Persons taking the class will have the opportunity to identify his or her interests, skills, values and attitudes as they relate to career choices. Job-seeking skills such as resume preparation and interview techniques are stressed. Class ses­ sions are set for Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to noon, beginning Sept. 4. Assertive Communicatibn, to be led by MCC counselor Mary Kay Messling, will focus on personal and interpersonal communication styles. Students will learn the differ­ ences between assertive, non-asser­ tive and aggressive behavior; and will increase self-confidence. The class will be held on Monday after­ noons, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., begin­ ning Sept.'9. Strategies.for Successful Learn­ ing will also be taught by Messling. In the course, students will explore their current learning styles and resources. They will work on devel­ oping confidence as a learner and increase learning potential and mo­ tivation. The class will meet Tues­ day, from 1 to 3 p.m., beginning Sept. 3. The Wellness course is intended to help people realize their potential, both physically and psychologically. Students will explore the options which would increase physical health, emotional serenity and zest for living. Counselor Cathy Bolger will lead participants in examining the concept of a wellness lifestyle, spending time on physical fitness and nutrition, stress management, environmental awareness and the building of self-esteem. Wednes­ days, from 1 to 3 p.m. is the time period slotted for the class. The first session will be Sept. 4. 2005 plan may be studied The public is invited to com-, ment on 'the proposed Year 2005 Update to the McHenry County Land Use Plan. The update was prepared by the McHenry County ' Department of Planning and reviewed by the McHenry County Regional Planning Commission. . A public meeting is scheduled /or Thursday, Aug. 22, 1965, in Room 203 of the McHenry County Courthouse, at 7 p.m. Copies of the draft text are now avaUable in the Planning Department, Room 105 of the courthouse. Copies will also be available at the public meeting. Persons wishing to submit writ­ ten comments should address them to the: McHenry County Regional Planning Commission, 2200 N. Seminary Avenue., Woodstock, IUinois 60098. Written comments will be accepted through Friday, Aug. 30,1965. The proposed plan map is on display in the Planning Depart­ ment office and may be viewed between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. An informational summary on land use plans in general, and the Year 2005 Update in particular, can also be obtained from the planning Department. Baby shower to benefit Birthright The Fox VaUey Lutherans For Life will host a "baby shower" for Birthright of Elgin at its monthly meeting, 7 p.m., Wednesday, Au­ gust 14, at Immanuel Lutheran School, East Main and Van Buren Streets, East Dundee. Use the east entrance to get to the meeting room. Those attending the shower will bring baby gifts, which will be later wrapped and presented to Birth­ right. The baby shower will be ther­ apeutic for pro-lifers, as well as for the women who will receive the gifts, according to David W. NeUes- sen, president of the Fox Valley ijatlierans tor Life. The event is meant for men and women; non- Lutherans are also invited to Join the event. The shower will be preceded by a short film and presentation on Birthright by Jamie Rohling, its El­ gin director. Call Sandy Slovacek at (312) 428- "3722 for more information; or for a list of items needed. Orientation set for :: returning students Orientation for students return­ ing to coUege after a break in their education will be held Wednesday, Aug. 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the McHenry County College cafeteria. Sponsored by the Adult Re- Entry Program (REP) at McHenry County CoUege, the orientation session offers return-' ing students the opportunity to learn about MCC and its pro­ grams. Participants wUl tour the MCC campus and get the chance to meet feUow returning students. Individuals who have registered for classes for the first time, or are thinking'about returning to school, are encouraged to stop by the MCC cafeteria, Aug. 21, for coffee and information. Those planning to attend the free oriehtation session are asked to call the MCC Re-Entry Pro­ gram Office at 455-3700, extension 334. ROOMS WITH CABLE ; Memorial Hospital for McHenry County in Woodstock has recently installed cable television and a sat­ ellite antenna system. Patients will now be able to see feature movies, free of charge; as well as education­ al films on health care topics from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Astronomy program set The McHenry County Conserva­ tion District and the Northwest Suburban Astronomers will cooperate to present a program on the "Night Sky" at Marengo Ridge Conservation Site on Satur­ day, Aug. 10, at 8 p.m. The Night Sky program will begin at the amphitheater in the Thomas Woods campground at Marengo Ridge. Members of the astronomers group have produced a slide/tape program entiUed "Our Universe" which provides understandable background in­ formation on extraterrestrial phenomena. FoUowing the slide program and a brief introduction to the con­ stellations in August, the program will move to the Kunde Woods sec­ tion of Marengo Ridge: In an open field in Kunde Woods, the astronomers group wUl have set up highpowered telescopes to allow program participants to view star clusters and other faraway night lights invisible to the naked eye. The Northwest Suburban Astronomers are using the Marengo Ridge Conservation Site because it affords a night sky viewing environment that is relatively free from the Ught pollution of urban areas. Persons attending the program are en­ couraged to bring folding chairs or blankets to sit on. The program. will last until approximately 10:30 p.m. to aUow ample viewing time through the telescopes provided. For further information or directions to the Marengo conser­ vation site, call (815 ) 338-1405 or 678-4431.