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\. NORTHWEST HERALD S«ctlon B Tu--day, Auguat 27,19SS Page'3 Regional Cold virus is spread in schools The McHenry County Department of Health reminds readers that with the beginning of school, we begin ithe season of sharing colds. People in the United States aver­ age three colds a year per person %ith symptoms generally beginning one to three days after the virus gets into your body. Such symptoms including sneezing, a runny nose, .watery eyes, aches and pains, nasal congestion and coughing. You cannot be immunized to pre­ vent the common cold, but you can help avoid complications when colds occur and even help prevent catching a cold by keeping up your natural resistance through a nu- trious diet, getting plenty of sleep and exercise, keeping the humidity up in your home (relative humidity should be 20 to 45 percent), not overheating your home to dry out the air, and trying to keep away from others who have colds. If you or someone in your family does catch a cold, you should make sure that person gets plenty of rest, eats and drinks sensibly with an emphasis on fruit juices and hot liquids, uses only mild medication such as aspirin and salt water gar­ gle, observes good hygiene, and keeps drinking glasses and towels separate. If symptoms become worse or complications begin to set in with spread to the ears or sinus, see a physician. Pre-natal classes offered at Memorial Memorial Hospital's Maternity center makes having a baby a "family affair", with both pre­ natal Expectant Parent classes and a Sibling Open House during September. •>. Pre-natal classes will be held Mondays, Sept. 9,16 and 23 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the hospital's Margaret Phillips Conference Center. The Sibling Open House Will be held, Sunday, Sept. 29, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the hospital's maternity center. - During the free parent classes, maternity center nurses will provide important information on prenatal care and nutrition, labor and delivery, and newborn care. Participants will also tour the Maternity Center and view the birthing room. "Expectant parents should plan to attend," said Pam Ofsanik, R.N., nurse manager of the maternity center. "Especially if the father wishes to remain by the mother's side during the delivery." The Sibling Open House helps expectant parents prepare their children for the arrival of a new family member. The program helps youngsters become part of the birthing experience, lessening Area farmers invited to enter fitness run Entries are now being accepted for the 2nd Farmer's Fitness Run onsored by 'Successful Farming' lagazine. Farmers and their fam­ ilies are invited to enter the five mile-race or the two-mile run/walk scheduled for Saturday morning, August 31, at the Iowa State Fair­ grounds in Des Moines, Iowa. > Dick Beardsley, Minnesota dairy farmer, marathon runner and fit­ ness enthusiast, will speak on "Ex­ ercise to Relieve Stress" following the race. Beardsley won the 1984 Farmer's Fitness Run, which drew $60 runners from 14 states. In addi­ tion, Dr. Chuck Ross, podiatric spe­ cialist, will talk on "Injury Prevention." Prior to the 10 a.m. fun run and the 10:30 a.m. race, anyone in atten­ dance at the run can have a free body fat measurement performed. Entry fee for the 1985 event on La­ bor Day weekend is $10 per person and includes lunch. Awards will be given by age division for both men and women. To enter the race of for more information, call Sue at (515) 284- 2853. IMCC offers career planning • CRYSTAL LAKE -- Looking for a hew career or help in making ca­ reer plans? The two-session Career Planning Program offered in Sep­ tember by The second meeting, from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 26, will focus on interpretation of test results. The results aid participants in drawing atwut themselves for sibling rivalry. Children dress up in doctor's garments, tour the delivery suite, sample baby formula, and view infants in the nursery. At the final station, parents and children ask questions about the maternity center and meet members of the nursing staff. Refreshments are served, and certificated given to the children, certifying their completion of the program. For more information regarding either of these events, contact the Memorial Hospital Maternity Center at 815-338-2500, ext. 332. YMCA to start karate classes The Lake Region YMCA will offer Isshinryu Karate Classes for adults and youth. Adult classes will be held on Monday and Wednesday eve­ nings at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 11:30 a.m. Youth classes are held on Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m. for beginners and 10:15 a.m. for intermediate. Isshinryu Karate is one of the most popular martial arts taught in the world. It is a traditional style with the main objective being the perfection of oneself through both physical and mental development. Youth classes are for nine to 13 year olds. High school students will at­ tend the adult classes. The class is an eight-week program with low fees for YMCA members and non- members. Sign up now at the YMCA. Classes start the week of Sept. 3 at the YMCA. first satfon, from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5, will entail admin­ istration of an assessment test ana­ lyzing participants' interests, abili­ ties, experiences and needs as they relate to future employments and training. tiom at McHenry County College is required. The registration office is open Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Beginning Friday, Aug. 23, the office will be open on Fri­ days from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. A Perfect Beginning ...from Spiess For Your Special Day... Invitations Annpuce your special day with our complete selection of invitations, response cards and accessories. Cosmetics & Fragrance A lovely new you with the help of our beauty consultants. And for just a touch of romance, indulge in Lauren, Anais Anais, Halston or your favorite. Trousseau Whatever your image, you can find fashions for your lifestyle. And our shoes and accessories can help make your wardrobe more versatile. Luggage For your honeymoon and many vacations to come. Attendant's Gifts Say a special "thank you" with the perfect gift from our many departments. For your Future... 'Registry Your personalized advisory. We'll help you visualize your new environment. 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Now through early September is the ideal time for renovating lawns in McHenry County. An important first step in renovating lawns is trying to determine the cause of the poor growth and correcting this before trying to reseed a new lawn. Start by looking at the soil. Poor drainage and compaction are two common soil problems leading to poor turf growth. Adding organic matter, such as compost, peat, or rotted manure, will help loosen heavy soils and improve drainage. Trying to grow the wrong species for the site can also lead to poor turf. In full sun areas, plant a blend of several cultivars of Kentucky bluegrass for the best results. Kentucky bluegrass mixed With red (or fine) fescue is the best choice for areas receiving both sun and shade, while red fescue is the best choice for areas primarily in shade. Tall fescue may be used in various problem areas, such as slopes, rough areas, or high traffic areas, either in full sun or partial shade. Excessive thatch is another reason for lawn renovation. Various types of power equipment will physically tear-up thatch, but it will more than likely return unless steps are taken to correct the cause of the buildup. Frequent causes of thatch problems in our area include compacted soil, poorly drained soil, and sod placed over heavy clay soil. Core cultivation or aeration is a great way to solve the causes of thatch and help decompose thatch. Equipment may be rented or professionals may be hired to aerate lawns. When renovating a lawn, it's important to adequately prepare the soil before reseeding. Kill any existing weeds using glyphosate (Roundup, Kleenup). Till the soil to a depth of at least 6 inches, adding organic matter at the same time. Then rake the area to the desired slope, adding a small amount of starter fertilizer (such as 5-10-10). Once the seedbed is prepared, carefully seed the area, using a q u a l i t y s e e d . F o l l o w recommended seeding rates, which are 1-2 pounds per 1,000 sq. ft. for Kentucky bluegrass and 3-4 pounds per 1000 sq. ft. for Kentucky bluegrass-red fescue. After seeding thoroughly water the area. Applying a weed-free straw mulch helps keep the seedbed moist and protects the seedlings until they are well established.; Gradually remove the straw; mulch as the lawn begins to grow.; Mow the new lawn when it is about; 1 V2 times the desired height of cut. For more information on lawns,; contact Horticulture Adviser Bruce Spangenberg at McHenry; County Cooperative Extension Service Office at 789 McHenryj Avenue, P.O. Box 431, Woodstock/ Illinois 60098. Phones (815) 338-i 3737 or 338-4747. The Illinois; cooperative Extension Service- provides equal opportunities in! programs and employment regardless of race, religion, sex,, or handicap. Bike trail booklet available The new edition of "Bikeways" is now available from the Nor­ theastern Illinois Planning Com­ mission (NIPC). The new package contains a six-county Chicago region map showing the location of and surface of all major bicycle trails, as well as proposed trails. Maps can be purchased at NIPC's offices for $5, or can be ordered by sending a check or money order made out to NIPC for $6.25 ($5 plus $1.25 postage) to: Bikeways, Northeastern Illinois Planning Commission, 400 W. Madison St., Chicago, 111. 60606. EYE SURGERY SEMINAR "Outpatient Surgery to Lessen Eyeglass Dependency" will be the subject of a talk by Robert L, Ep- MD,- (#Pr1rwiffinois Center for Corrective Eye Surgery. The seminar will be presented at Northern Illinois Medical Center on Thursday, Sept. 19, at 2 p.m. The seminar is open to the public and will be held in the private dining room. For further information, call 1-800-NEAREYE. FALL RED RASPBERRIES NOW READ: OPEN TUL,THUR., SAT. 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