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In Vocational Olympics Barb Humann Ringwood News 653-9262 728-0343 Participants in the state Skill Olympics from McHenry high school are, front row, Mary Foley, Barb Humann and Dee Sturm; back row, Bob Bltterman, Robert Heinmiller. Steve Wickenkamp and Kurt Roth. Not pictured are Anne Marie Kluth and Laurie Lanphier. The 1980 Illinois Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) State Skill Olympics and Leadership conference will be held April 24-26, 1980 at the Prairie Capital Con­ vention Center and Capital Area Vocational center, Springfield. Local students taking part are Bob Bitterman, com­ mercial foods; Mary Foley, suitcase; Robert Heinmiller, restaurant services (east); Barbara Humann, nurses aide; Anne Marie Kluth, commercial art; Laurie Lanphier, dental assistant; Kurt Roth, creative photography-nurses aid; Dee Sturm, dental assistant; and Steve Wickenkamp, welding. Voting delegates are Norma Argy, Diane Giacomo, Alisa Lange and Lee Schneidewent. Students from all over the state of Illinois enrolled in vocational, technical, health and personal and public service occupations in secondary and post- secondary ; schools will be competing in skills such as architectural - drafting, carpentry, bulletin board display, interior design, commercial sewing, out­ s t a n d i n g r e p o r t e r , cosmetology, essay, job interview, opening and closing ceremonies, creative photography, sheet metal, welding, auto mechanics, graphic arts, auto body, outstanding club, display, extemporaneous speaking, scrapbook, nurse's aide and orderly, machine shop, industrial electronics, bricklaying, cabinetmaking and millwork, prepared speech, electrical trades, commercial food trades, commercial art, machine drafting, suitcase (job) display, safety, club business procedure, dental assistant, aviation, air c o n d i t i o n i n g a n d refrigeration < and small engine repair. There will also be students participating at a disad­ vantaged level in contest such as full auto services, oral safety, care studies, restaurant services and interview competence. The Illinois VICA state officers for 1980-81 will also be elected at this conference. Over 1,000 persons are registered to attend the convention which will be highlighted by the awards ceremony Saturday mor­ ning, April 26. First place winners at the Illinois Skill Olympics will be eligible to compete at the national level in Atlanta, Ga., June 24-27. National winners then are eligible to compete in the international Olympics. The public is invited to tour and see students in action during the convention. Hold Services A capacity number at­ tended services last Sunday in the Ringwood United Methodist church to par­ ticipate in the dedication of the twenty stained glass windows above the altar. Reverend James Segin and Frank 1G. Adams led the congregation in the service and speciaKjgusic was sung by the choir. One of the win<fows-jvas in memory of Willis Walker, a former minister of the Ringwood parish, and we were very happy to have Mary Grace Walker, Alice and her husband, Arthur and Audrey present to share tfils occasion with us. Following the service, a fellowship hour was held and a beautiful cake decorated by- Lil Visconti, was served with coffee and juice. ^ VISITORS The Christophers enjoyed a visit Tuesday from Katy's sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. John Hamilton, and cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Merritt Harper, all from Wisconsin. U.M.W. BUS TRIP The ladies of the Ringwood church U.M.W. are spon­ soring a bus trip to the Water Tower place in Chicago Thursday, May 8. There is still room for you, so call Dpris Low for your reserved seat. *- - • The bus will leave the Ringwood church at 8:10 a.m. and everyone should board by 8 a.m. This is to be a fun rday so call and get your name on the list. This trip ' takes the place of the regular sting day. jijeet PARISH CAMP-OUT The Ringwood-Greenwood parish campout will be Friday evening May 16 through Sunday, May 18 at the Chain O-Lakes State park, in the same camping area as last year. All campers of the parish should plan on camping out that weekend and join in the fun. There will be a parish picnic and Worship service at Chain-O-Lakes at 10 a.m. Non-campers are invited to attend the service and the picnic. BIRTHDAYS Happy birthday to Dorothy Tonyan and Jim Wegner April 29 and on May 1 (May Day) we find Ed Mack ad­ ding another year. May 2 is that special day for Jay Walkington and Walter Wilcox, with Nancy Barker and little Pamela Barker adding another candle to their cake to blow out on May 3. On May 4 Susan Hogan, Wendy Brennan and Sandra (Brennan) Coss add another year; with Lori Rich, Dennis Rich, Jr., Charles Carr, Charles Brennan and Jack Pearson adding another year May 5. Happy birthday to all of you wonderful people. THINGS TO REMEMBER April 25 - One-half day Inservice for teachers (no student attendance in the afternoon-no hot lunch) April 27 - church services - 9:15a.m.-- Ringwood church April 27 - church school - 9:45 a.m. - Ringwood church April 29 - choir practice - 7 p.m. -- Ringwood church May 4 - church services - 9:15 a.m. - Ringwood church . JMay 4 - church school - 9:45 a.m. - Ringwood church May 8 - U.M.W. bus trip to chicago - Contact Doris Low for reservations, there's still room. GOD BLESS SECTION 2-PAGE 7 - PLAINDEALER- FRIDAY, APRILJ25, 1M Cloverleafs To State Not Tonight "I've had a wonderful eve­ ning, " said Groucho Marx to his hostess as he was leaving a rather dull Hollywood party, "but this wasn't it!" The Lincoln Cloverleafs 4- H club, McHenry was selected to represent McHenry county at the Illinois State fair as a result of Share-the-Fun judging. The club skit, titled "Words From Our Sponsor", was a chorus number of popular commercials. The Cloverleafs will compete at the State fair Aug. 13. v Diane Heinrich, member of the Junior Wonder Maids 4-H club, Crystal Lake, will introduce the Lincoln Cloverleafs skit at the State fair. This is the second year she has captured the master of ceremonies honor. First alternate to the State fair was the Community Builders 4-H club, Alden. for the"skit, "Mike The 4-H'er". The Woodchucks 4-H club, McHenry, was second alternate with their production "Showboat". Alternates in the Master of Ceremonies category were Keith Dorman, member of the Dunham "B" Sharps, Harvard; first alternate. J e a n n e t t e M a y w a s a n ­ nounced second alternate. She is a member of the L i n c o l n C l o v e r l e a f s , McHenry. Over 400 youth par­ ticipated in the 1980 4-H Shar^-The-Fun festival. Share-The-Fun is a 4-H club activity where members write, direct and make props and costumes for their 3-10 minute skit. The clubs that received "participation" ratings included Busy Three, * McHenry, "Let's Spend an Evening At Home With TV". Eleven youths par­ ticipated in the Master of Ceremonies category: MC's were to perform a 3-minute act and introduce a 4-H club skit. The participants who received "participation" ratings included Lee Tomlinson, Busy Three, McHenry ; Debbie Swinford, Woodchucks; and Tanya C v i t k o v i c , L i n c o l n Goverleafs, all McHenry; and Liz Byrnes, Cherry Valley, Wonder Lake. Modern World Someone is going to have to invest a parking meter that will take credit cards. -Journal, Sioux City, la. ALEXANDER LUMBER CO. "BEST OF EVERYTHING FOR THE BUILDER" FEATURING COMPLETE LINES,OF: •OLYMPIC STAIN •BRAMMER CABINETS •ANDERSEN WINDOWS •PRE-HUNG DOORS •NORD SPINDLES •JIM MARTIN PAINTS •LINCOLN WINDOWS •GAF SHINGLES •BUILDERS HARDWARE •PREFINISHED PANELING •CHAMBERLAIN GARAGE DOOR OPERATORS Phone 385-1424 909 N. 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May 4. 2:30 p.m.: $6-50 reserved Classical Vermeer Quartet Sunday. June I. 2:30 p.m.: $6 50 reserved For Reservations Call : (815)338-5300 Memorial Day Camping And 4-H Open House Memorial day weekend has been reserved at 4-H Camp Shaw-waw-nas-see, in Kankakee county, for a Discovery weekend open house. People who want to find out about the camp and its programs are invited to spend the weekend camping or just come for a guided tour on Sunday, May 25. Guests registering for the Discovery weekend may check in at noon on Satur­ day, May 24 and stay through noon on Monday, May 26. Discovery weekenders will enjoy several planned activities, including a campfire, square dancing, and nature hikes. There will also be plenty of free time for families to enjoy the peace and quiet of the secluded campsite. Those who cannot camp all weekend are invited to at- h -- tend the open house tour planned for Sunday, May 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. People camping for all three days may stay either in a camp cabin or in their own tent, trailer, or R.V. Each family will be responsible for the preparation of their own meals. Since the families will be guests of the camp, no fees will be charged. The Discovery weekend is open to the public, but ad­ vance registration is necessary. To register, contact 4-H Camp Shaw- Waw-Nas-See, Ht. 1, Box 198, Manteno, 111. 60950, phone (815) 933-3011 or contact the McHenry County Extension service, at 789 McHenry avenue, Box 431; Woodstock, 111. 60098, phone (815) 338-3737 or 4747. 'Federal regulations prohibit compounding of Money Market Certificates and require substantial penalties for early withdrawals. 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