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PAGE 2 - PLAIN DEALER - FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 1978 Students Study Book / Greg Garde, fifth grade student at Edgebrook school, helps Kris Panerali of the first grade choose a book from the school library. The funds from the coming book fair will increase the amount of books in the school library. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD Edgebrook school is busy planning its annual book fair on Thursday, March 9. Books will be available for browsing and buying from 9 a m to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Edgebrook students will all have the op­ portunity to look at the books and choose their favorites during the school day. The special feature of the book fair is the open house from 6 to 9 p.m During this time parents can visit their children's classrooms and meet their teachers. Refreshments will be served in the main hall near the fireplace. Benefits from the book fair are all used to enrich the school library. This is an excellent opportunity to add to your child's reading material both at home and at school. Join with Edgebrook teachers, parents and students and support this worthwhile event. Anyone needing further in­ formation or wishing to con­ tribute time or talent may call Kay Halverson, Lois Prust or Carol Law Prevue Of New Furnishings Nancy Moore, Extension home economics adviser, represented McHenry county at the 1978 Home Furnishings Market workshop held recently in Chicago. Nineteen Illinois advisers participated in the three-day tour which included visits to Hargri's decorator showrooms, Merchandise Mart and the American Mart. Advisers saw model rooms decorated by professional designers and heard the design concepts explained by one of the designers. Ms. Moore joined others in talking with industry representatives and learned about innovations and technological developments in specific home furnishings products: furniture, floor coverings, wall and window treatments, lighting and ac­ cessories. Advisers also visited Jack Denet's town house where they viewed his one main showing of painting. This house good neighbor, State Farm is there. s S T A T I I A P M I N S U R A N C I Dennis Conway 3319 W. Elm Si, McHenry 385-7111 State Farm Insurance Companies Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois Women Aglow Luncheon Features Bob Johnson Favors From Brownies Bob Johnson, one of the most popular speakers of Women Aglow in Christ, an in­ dependent non-denominational organization which has "proclaimed the good news of Jesus Christ" to this com­ munity for five years, will be returning to minister in God's word at the regular monthly luncheon to be held at Mar- tinetti's restaurant, Route 14, in Crystal Lake, Feb. 23, at 11 a.m. Bob Johnson was led by God to teach and preach His word. He began. his ministry in Libertyville nine years ago, beginning with only five people and it has grown to a regular attendance of several hundred weekly. His ministry has drawn people from all walks of life and a l l d e n o m i n a t i o n a l backgrounds and his inspired teaching has blessed and edified many. The speaker is a resident of Winthrop Harbor, where he lives with his wife, Jean, their daughter and son, who has recently graduated from Bible school and has entered into a ministry of music. Angela Amici of McHenry, gospel singer who regularly ministers in music at these luncheons, will be proclaiming the joy of the Lord in song. Everyone is welcome. For reservations and further in­ formation call Mrs. Anthony Amici. Sorority Group Tours , Woodstock Opera House Alpha Theta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma held its February 11 meeting at the Old Court House Inn in Woodstock. At 11 o'clock members who desired toured the Woodstock Opera House with tour guide Patricia Gaylord who related the history of the beautiful center. Following the noon luncheon a general business meeting was held. Marcia Wright of Crystal Lake, adviser for the new chapter recently sponsored by Alpha Theta Chapter, reported on new Gamma Psi Chapter's progress and received from Alpha Theta s president, Janet Vierke, a new Bible to be presented to Gamma Psi. Verda Dierzen of Woodstock reported for Native American Project chairman, Agnes Thomson of Crystal Lake, that committee's past activities and future plans. Eighty-five dollars has been sent to Navajo Community college, Tsaile, Ariz., for student scholarship funds. Two boxes of sewing needs were also mailed to Navajo Community college for the home economics classes there Alpha Theta members were reminded to bring the sewing needs for this year's assistance to the Navajo Community college classes to the March 13 meeting. Alice Ronan of Woodstock, chairman of Alpha Theta's n o m i n a t i n g c o m m i t t e e , presented the following names for future election of chapter officers: President, Susan Anderson, Crystal Lake; first vice-president. Marlene Goetschel, McHenry; second vice-president, Theresa Dirrenberger, Woodstock; recording secretary, Margaret Nienstedt, Crystal Lake; corresponding secretary, Twila Garrett. Crystal Lake. Delta Kappa Gamma's up­ coming state convention in April, 1978, and international convention in July, 1978, were discussed. Legislative committee chairman Ruth Beard of Crystal Lake discussed legislative plans and members' action. The March meeting will be held at Northwood Elementary school in Woodstock on March 13 at 7 p.m. Valentine's day greetings were delivered to patients at McHenry hospital through tray favors made by members of McHenryBrownie Troop 414. Shown delivering the colorful valentines to hospital dietary aide, Amy Chaps, are Brownies Megan Halverson. left, Lyn Mercurio, and Linda Miller. Vatentine Theme For Marcia Mary Ball Circle Meeting Cleda McCracken and Helen Lundy were hostesses at a table decorated in the Valentine theme, serving very luscious desserts, when the Marcia Mary Ball Circle met on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 12:30 p.m. There were thirteen in at­ tendance, which was quite good in view of the winter weather and the "flu" bug. Ann Demke had the meditations taken from the 1978 Guideposts daily reading book, which were very interesting and inspirational. Many things were discussed and some of the members told what items they have been working on for the bazaar. Members were reminded that the new Bible study under the leadership of Rev. Ruth Wickersham will begin on Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 11 a.m. The members who are not attending the Koinonia Group were urged to come out, as it is a very interesting book now being studied on prayer. Mae Stinespring is the leader. It was also mentioned that theT H E O S. Group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 28 with the "Smiles" from the First Baptist church of McHenry as guests. This will be a potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m. followed by an evening of fellowship. This is a non-denominational group consisting of widows and widowers, and all are welcome. Meeting place - First United Methodist church, 3717 W. Main street. The next meeting of the Marcia Mary Ball Circle will be on Tuesday, March 7 at 12:30 p.m at the church Celebrate Anniversary Mass Host'Christening Dinner For Lady Forester Society For New Granddaughters was also toured to see his wall covering designs and use of mirrors. The town house is 24 feet wide and four stories tall and was built in 1853. The workshop provides home economists with an unique opportunity to see new fur­ nishings before they appear on the market. Many participants will conduct meetings for other county advisers and homemakers to share in­ formation they gained from the workshop LECTURE TOUR McHenry residents are in­ vited to join the Whispering Oaks Garden club on a lecture and tour of the Thorne Rooms in Miniature at the Chicago Art Institute Tuesday. Feb. 21. The bus will leave the Whispering Oaks Community center at 9 a.m. and return at 3 p.m. The lecture begins at 10:30 and the tour of the Miniature Rooms will follow lunch. Reservations should be made with Evelyn Enger, 385-8715 as soon as possible Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Schaefer, Woodstock, hostedja double christening dinner when their two new granddaughters were baptized Sunday, Jan. 29, at St. Mary's Catholic church in Woodstock Father Ahles of­ ficiated at the noon ceremonies in which Rebecca Suzanne Palmer and Reagan Elizabeth Schaefer were baptized. Rebecca Suzanne is the first child of Mr. and Mrs. Sherwood Palmer. Woodstock, bom Dec. 16 at Memorial hospital, Woodstock. Acting as god­ parents for their niece were Ron Schaefer, Woodstock, and Mrs. George" (Cathy) Pope, Granger, Ind. Rebecca's mother is the former Elaine Schaefer »Paternal grand­ parents are Mr. and Mrs. Harold Palmer, McHenry. Reagan Elizabeth is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Schaefer, Woodstock, born Dec. 10 at Memorial hospital, Woodstock. She has two brothers, Ron and Ryan. Godparents for their niece were Sherwood Palmer and Mrs. James (Pat) Schaefer, Woodstock. Maternal grand­ parents are Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Shulfer, Woodstock. Reagan's mother is the former JoAnn Shulfer. Among the guests attending were the grandparents, god­ parents and their families, the girls' great aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Pank, Wauconda and Reagan's great- grandmother, Mrs. A. Lim- merhirt. Hebron Mrs. Florence Welsh, National President of the National Catholic Society of Foresters and Mrs. Marie Abel, National Director, joined the members, ttieir husbands and guests of St. Agatha Ct. 777 at Johnsburg for the sixtieth anniversary of the institution of the court Sunday, Feb. 12. Rev. Leo Bartel, court chaplain, was celebrant of the Mass in St. John the Baptist church which preceded the dinner at the community club hall. St. Agatha Ct. 777 president Mrs. Paul Pitzen welcomed the guests and members present especially the charter mem­ bers who were later given N.C.S.F. pins by Mrs. Welsh. Fifty year membership pins were presented to Mrs. Ed Frett and Mrs. Leo Hiller by Mrs. Abel. Charter members present were Mrs. RoseTonyan, Mrt. William Hiller and Mrs. Anna Guyser who was the pianist at the institution of the court Feb. 6, 1918. Of special interest was the reading of the article which appeared in the McHenry Plaindealer's Johnsburg News, Feb. 7, 1918,, concerning the court institution by Mrs. Francis Schmitt. court vice- president. The court history was read by Mrs. David Miller, recording secretary. Vocal selections were * presented by St. Agatha court juniors, Janice Schmitt, Kathy Szumlas, Mary Beth Gallager and Patty Haag under the direction of Miss Chris. Other juniors helping with the serving were Sue Dehn, Linda Schmitt. Nancy Fowler, Barbara Sch mitt and Beth Oeffling. Past Presidents Mrs. Ben Thelen, Mrs. Alfred Oeffling and Mrs. Richard Dehn con­ ducted a short memorial service for the departed members and chaplains. Plan Easter Egg Hunt For Children March 18 For MCC Magazine Fund Many Goodies Among Bake Sale Specialties Although the weather is cold, and there is lots of snow still on the ground, the Lakeland Park Women's Club is busy with spring plans. The Children's Easter Egg Hunt is scheduled for Saturday, March 18. Plans for the annual spring luncheon and card party are well under way. The date is Wednesday, April 26, at St. Patrick's church hall, 3500 West Washington street; - serving from 11;30 a.m. This annual spring luncheon and card party is always a very gala event with lots of good food, warm and congenial fellowship, and nice prizes; and has always helped usher the "Spring Season" in to McHenry. A good suggestion - "Mark your calendars now" so you will not miss this festive affair. Pies, cakes, cookies and brownies will be among the specialties featured at a bake sale Saturday, Feb. 18, which will help fund McHenry County college's student literary magazine. The sale which will be held at Hornsby's, 4310 W. Route 120, McHenry, will last from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Students will make many of the items that will be on sale, but others who would like to help raise money for the magazine may bring items to the sale or to Room 144 at McHenry County college's Main hall building Feb. 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The funds raised by the sale will help finance the spring issue of SLAM, the Student Literary Art magazine which is distributed free on the MCC campus. The magazine, which comes out twice a year, includes photography, art work, poems, short stories and plays by both full-time and part-time students at MCC. Gourmet Food* Live Entertainment "Passport Club Dinner No. 4" The Cuisine of Poland Tuesday, February 21 Jimmy Alman Jazz Trio Friday & Saturday Nijhts Live Big Band Jazz Sundays from 4 to 7~p.m. No Cover - No Minimum Served Sunday Brunch from 10 to 2:30 p.m. Call 385-8899 for Details & Reservations GRgSCENT cBAY* sLAHpiNg 3309 N. Chapel Hill Rd., McHenry /«£ Wednesday Evening MARCH 1st m V.F.W. STEAK FRY 3002 W. Rte. 120, McHenry I 65* Cocktail Hour 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. Cookers Stoked 6:30 to 8 P.M. ARE YOU CRAZY? AC00K0UT IN MARCH? WE FURNISH: - *T-Bones t? *Baked Potato \ •Slaw •Rolls & Butter •FREE BEER •Live Band YOU FURNISH: •Cooking Expertise •Table Settings DANCING: 8 P.M. to 11 P.M. *6" In Advance '7" At Tlx Door CRAZY? YEAH, BUT FUN!-LIMIT 200 RUMMAGE SALE A rummage sale will be held Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 18- 19, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Alternative school on Waukegan street. Proceeds will benefit the funding program established so that this school may continue operation. Prairie Grove Club To Serve Smorgasbord The Activities club of Prairie Grove school will host its an­ nual home cooked smorgasbord Sunday March 5, at the school, located on Rt 176, east of Rt. 31. As in past years, there will be a wide variety of foods and desserts donated by the Prairie Grove parents. The entrees will be beef, chicken and swedish meatballs and will be prepared by members of the activities club. Pre-sale tickets may be purchased from Feb. 20 through March 4 at the school office at a reduction in price. The entire community is invited to attend. LADY FORESTERS MEET St. Clara Court No. 659, National Catholic society of Foresters will hold its monthly meeting Feb. 23, at 8 p.m. in the Oak Room of Montini Middle school. NOW HEAR THIS! M TOP DECK HAVE YOU TRIED EM YET? MON. thru FRI. SPEICAL 3 BABY LOBSTER TAILS *595 Complete Dinner DON'T FORGET OUR DAILY LUNCHEON SPECIALS and MON.-THURS. HAPPY HOUR 1232 N. Green St., McHenry MIXED DRINK 50*