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PAGE 14 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY., SEPTEMBER 27,1978 Reassignment Sept. 30 License Deadline Guide To Travel Secretary of State Alan J. Dixon has issued a final reminder that the deadline for receiving reassignment and special license number requests for 1979 passenger car registrations in Springfield is Viidnight Saturday, Sept 30 This is the only plate which will be issued for license renewals for the new mlilti- year. staggered registration program during the next five years. Stickers with up-to-date expiration dates will replace the former annual plate system Dixon cautioned every ap plicant to read instructions on the back of the pre printed renewal form for the correct fee and expiration date of both the short and extended options before mailing registrations "Only the fees shown on the options will be accepted for processing so we can put the staggered registration program in effect," Dixon said 1 I Y" Classes Have Openings The Lake Region YMCA still has some openings and is still taking registrations in a few adult programs "Yoga class is a science of living involving physical and mental development of the whole person through simple relaxed postures, coordinated breathing and concentration states Nancy Bailey, yoga instructor Classes meet Tuesday evenings at First tnited Methodist church in Crystal Lake Continuing Classes are nine weeks for one hour and fifteen minutes starting at 8 p m Belly Dancing class for women only includes historical information. conditioning, exercise and Egyptian dance patterns for females only taught by Sue Crounse Wed. nesday evenings from 8 to 8 45 p m Disco Dance class is a well rounded program including basic disco steps and current dances taught by Dina Riek Classes are Tuesday evening at 7:30 or 8:30 pm at Lundahl Junior high school Men's and women's exercise classes which include trim ming. stretching, muscle and overall body development are available in the mornings or evenings S.C.U.B A classes are starting Thursday. Sept 28 and Friday. Oct 6. Register at the Lake Region YMCA. 7315 South Route 31 in Crystal Lake or call for more information at 459-4455 Fall, most of all. is a time for outdoor tours And family walks Solo cool-weather strolls through blushing red and yellow meadows; starlight camping and the brisk October scent of highland hardwoods in those downstate Ozark foothills It 's a yearly drama held throughout the state, and in­ cludes festivals and special season events as well as favorite auto routes that take you where the color dazzles i>est The e^yball feast begins next month Everywhere. On each bough, bush and tucked-away prairie Wildflower And here's where to see jt in Illinois The North -.- For Chicago travelers who balk at motoring past the city limits, there's a local forest preserve system of 35.000 acres which encircles the metro area like a wide green collar The 20-mile lakefront bicycle path also offers pedal buffs a route from Brvn Mawr avenue south through Jackson Park The Morton Arboretum in Lisle (Route 53» includes 1.000 acres of coiffured trails and forests which are open from 8 a m to sunset The Illinois Prairie Path is a local hiker's mainstay, and it begins near Route 64 and 38 in Elmhurst and ends at points in Batavia or Aurora. ' Fire-red maples, black oak. hickory and sweetgum hallmark a motor trek through the Rock River Valley in northern Illinois Drive Route 2 in any direction between Rockford and Dixon the road here curls along the bank of the river, mostly through tight stands of woodland and meadow Ix)redo Taft 's looming "Blackhawk statue" rises above the Rock from the west bluff of Lowden State Park Nearby attractions include White Pines Forest. Castle Rock State Park, and the vintage John Deere blacksmith shop near Grand Detour The A •HOME SPECIALTY MERCHANDISING INC. OF RINGWOOD, ILL. AND.. . W •HENDRIXSON & SONS INSTALLATION •# OF MUNDELEIN, ILL.. . INVITES YOU TO JOIN THE... i t \ GREAT AMERICAN REVOLUTION in making your home the place of enjoyment you have always wanted. \V S BUY NOW! { AND SAVE 550000 -X w ON DELIVERY & SET UP S-.FOR2 WEEKS ONLY! k m h'i DOES NOT INCLUDE ELECTRICAL WORK N5> S . ">,r L^LAXATION° ROMANCE and •gsg"r «= w. «• --s-SESft--» . ,h i„k ob.-! CALL US NOW! 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Off-road tours include a drive up Blackjack road to the Chestnut Mountain ski area Un paved side roads here splice in either direction for good views of the Mississippi river's numerous islands Galena's "Octoberfest" breaks loose with a selection of ooh- mpa music, brats, beer and frolicks on Oct 21 at Turner Hall on south Bench street. Get there by R p m A drive south through Hanover and along route 84 toward Savanna brings you to Mississippi Palisades State Park Aspen groves, steep terrain, and an unusual mix of prairie and western plaines topography makes this 1.716- acre recreation area a favorite among fall color hunters. Try a hike up Sunset Trail for a view of the limestone river bluffs Savanna's "Fall Festival" this year includes parades, food and craft exhibits and local artisans on Oct <1-8 Located south of Route HO as it splices through LaSalle county are Starved Rock. Matthiessen and Buffalo Rock State Parks Take the drive along the Illinois river via route 71 from Ottawa Starved Rock's canyons, ravines and water­ falls feature a lush selection of white oak. sugar maple and hazel This year's "Burgoo Festival" in Utica is slated for Oct K and includes the famous frontier stew dinners which are prepared in huge iron cauldrons in the center of town. In Grundy county, take the Morris exit to Goose Lake Prairie State Park, the mid­ west's largest stretch of virgin prairie, marked walking trails lace through fields of aster, goldenrod. and belts of native hjuestem and indian grass. Grundy county's "Corn Festival" will be held in Morris on Oct I. An antique show <11-5 p.m.), downtown parade <2 p.m.). and a band concert and fireworks <6:30 p.m.) are scheduled. Other northern Illinois fall fests: Geneva <Oct. 5-7); Aurora (Oct 7. 20-22); and Sycamore's "Pumpkin Festival" held Oct 26-31. Central - Kickapoo State Park's fall attractions feature nature trails and thickly wooded upland forests Old mining pools and the popular middle fork of the Vermillion river provide good canoeing » and prime picnic and hiking locations Trees native to. Kickapoo include cypress, sycamore, beech, hickory and dogwood Ash and wild cherry grow in the higher hills The "Clayville Full Crafts Festival" Oct 7-8 echoes the days when prairie politicians once gathered at the old Clayville stagecoach stop in Pleasant Plains Located northwest of Springfield, the test is set against a backdrop of 19th Century foods, crafts and museum attractions Springfield's always popular Lincoln landmarks mingle well with nearby fall sights at New Salem Slate Park The restored log cabin village can be toured best during mid-October The Springfield "Octoberfest" is slated for Oct 7 at Old Capilol Plaza from 10 am to <i pm Charleston's Harvest Frolick." held Oct 7 8 at Lincoln l»g Cabin State Park, offers another chance to lour local historic attractions Western The river valleys of western Illinois host the Knox county scenic drive during the first two weekends in October. Enter from the north at Toute 1H0 and follow marked signs through Victoria. Dahinda. Gilson and across the 1840 's Wolf Covered bridge. Maps are available at various points along the drive: crafts, local entertainment, back­ woods cookery such as corn chowder, apple cider and pork roasts are offered from 10 a m to dusk&each day Further south, the 05-mile Spoon river "Fall Festival drive begins at l^ondon Mills i also during the first two weekends of the month) and follows the woodsy landscape that inspired Fdgar Lee Masters' "Spoon River An­ thology " In LewistOwn. you can visit the Dickson Mounds Indian Museum which overlooks the Illinois River Valley and features archoological treasures and a restored Indian village. The Spoon River trek is clearly marked Over 500 exhibitors are expected to participate in the fest > Bishop Hill 's annual "Jord- bruksdagarna" fall fest offers a re-creation of traditional Swedish harvest time fun Held Sept 30-Oct 1. the event in­ cludes pioneer games, food, and demonstrations such as butter churning. silver- smithing, and blacksmithing Hay harvesting, broom corn sorting, and cider pressing are also highlighted Bishop Hill 's refurbished colonial buildings will also be open for tours Also held in Henry county is Geneseo's "Country Lanes Festival" on Oct 1 and 8 The "Barry Apple Festival" is slated for Oct. 1 on the town square Southern - Dogwoods and sun-speckled backwoods roads make Illinois' Ozark foothills a fall treat A drive east through Marion to the 43.000-acre Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge brings you within easy reach of even more local woodland the Shawnee National Forest. Feme Clyffe State Park, the Big Muddy River Valley and. further east, the natural rock formations of the Garden of the Gods recreation area near Harrisburg At Giant City State Park visitors can rent weekend cabins; also Pere Marquette State Park l^odge information and reservations are offered Nearby tour sights include the Illinois French colonial district and places li ke Ft De Chart res State Park. Prairie du Rocher and the Pierre Menard Home. This year's "Fort Massac 1776" festival lets you peek hack into colonial times with 18th Century militia demon­ strations, frontier contests, and the natural scenery delights of the Ohio River Valley Other Illinois events slated to£ this fall Areola's "Horse Farming Days", a rural fest hinged on local Amish customs and harvest activities-On Oct 1, and 6-8; the St Francisville "Chestnut Festival," Oct. 7. which heralds a southern Illinois quilt show, antiques, chestnut tasting and parade, the Rosiclare "Flourspar Festival." near Cave-in-Rock State Park on Oct 14 Also a good bet for hometown food and frolic is the Kin- mundy "Pioneer Crafts Festval." held at Pioneer I»g Cabin Village Held 10a m to 7 p m . the fest includes blue grass music, quilting, and dulcimer making demon strations all of it set against a backdrop of Illinois oldest restored log cabins For more information on upcoming fall and winter travel attractions, get your new Illinois Calendar of Events by writing Illinois Adventure Center. 160 N La Salle St.. Chicago. Ill . 60601; or. Illinois Office of Tourism, 222 S College St.. Springfield, 111 , 62959 Newman Club At MCC Elects New Officers The Newman club at McHenry County college has !>egun another year, with the election of officers Officers for the 1978 1979 school year are as follows Joel Blake, peer minister; Lorelei Kuetemeyer, vice president 1; John Krausen. III. vice president II; Mary Bell, secretary <648- 2543) The following chairmen have been elected to head various committees Social committee. Tim Brix. Liturgical committee. Patrick Kinney Any information on Newman club and its activities throughout the year can be obtained by calling any one of the officers or Father Holdren at 459 5909 The Newman club's annual get together picnic will be held at the Rotary shelter, far north end at Veterans Acres in Crystal l>ake. Sunday. Oct 1. beginning at 12:30 p.m The Fucharistic celebration will take place at 2 pm which fulfills one's Sunday obligation All past, as well as present and new members are welcome to attend this event Each one attending is asked to bring a dish to pass Classes For "Hams" The McHenry County Wireless Association is spon- sering novice license classes for prospective amateur radio operators, plus upgrade classes for those who already have their licenses, beginning Wednesday evening. Sept 27. at 7:30 p m More information, including the location of the classes, can be obtained by contacting Jerry Heien < WD9HQQ) or Art Reis. both of Wonder I^ake The required textbook for the Cheese Meltovers »Y ANN D ALltN It's surprising how much appetite appeal melted chtfiec adds to many O* course, it really shouldn t amaze anyone when you think how appetizing cheeseburger* and ni"" , „ ... U-v, «u> stop there? Its easy to add more appeal to a lot of foods by this simple technique. If you could make it quickly, wouldn't you rather have a piece of cheeae topped toast instead of a plain one in the morning? And, if there's time for a poached egg, place that on a piece of p i n e a p p l e - t o p p e d E n g l i s h muffin, all held deliciously together by melting a slice of Swiss cheese on top. If you're extending meft loaf with bread crumbs, or rice, increase the pedat- ability with slices of over­ lapping cheese placed atop the warm meat after it comes from the oven. The heat is usually enough to melt the cheese attractively. When vegetables aren't as popular as you'd like them to be, either sprinkle them with grated leftover cheese or pre­ pare them with a white sauce, then top with cheese. Onion soup is rightly famous for its toast and melted cheese topping, but you can do the samee fdr vegetable-beef soup, cabbage- carrot soup or just melting cheese atop a bowl of chili. Cheese contributes protein as well as a feeling of satisfac­ tion, so it's possible to turn soups into main dishes by topping them with cheese. UNDERSTANDING MENTAL HEALTH a health column from the Alcohol, Drug Abuse, and Mental Health Administration U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare Part I--The Art of Relaxation It is surprising how little the art of relaxation is prac­ tised in America Relaxation is more than getting away from the work-a-day grind, and it is more than the ab­ sence of stress ll is some­ thing positive and satisfying-- * a feeling in which one experi­ ences peace of mind True relaxation requires becoming sensitive to one's basic needs for peace, self-awareness, thoughtful reflection, and be­ ing willing to meet these needs rather than ignoring or dismissing them The continuing pressures of everyday life take a heavy toll on the physical and mental well-being of millions of peo­ ple each year Medical re­ search into the origins of com­ mon diseases such as high blood pressure, heart disease, ulcers, and headaches shows a connection between stress anil the development of such ail­ ments In the area of mental health, stress frequently un­ derlies emotional and behav- ioral problems, including nervous breakdowns Various environmental factors- from noise and air pollution to eco­ nomic disruptions, such as un­ employment, inflation, and recession--can make living conditions even more stress­ ful These conditions, in turn can create a greater need for mental health services to help people cope more effectively with their environment In the course of a day, peo­ ple are frequently distracted from their activities by per­ sonal problems--conflicts with family members, disagree­ ments with employers, poor living or working conditions, boredom, loneliness--to name just a few It is easy to gel so preoccupied with living, think­ ing, organizing, existing, and working that one disregards his or her needs for relaxa­ tion Most people reared in our production-oriented so­ ciety feel guilty, or at least ill-at-ease, when they are' not actively involved in accom­ plishing tasks or producing things Even their vacations become whirlwind productions that leave the participants ex­ hausted after concentrating too many experiences into a short period of time Such be­ havior undermines the value of vacation time as an oppor­ tunity for diversion, calm, restoration of one's energies, and gaining new experience* Next week we will explore the "secret of relaxation " novice course will be the RED edition of "Tune In The World With Ham Radio" by the American Radio Relay league The text for the upgrade class is the ARRL License Manual, also published by the league Optional texts for both classes are available Teachers for the courses will be Heien of Wonder Lake in the novice class, and Art Reis. Wonder I^ake, for the upgrade class. Nuclear Brazil South American power Brazil plans to have constructed and in­ stalled eight nuclear reactors by the year 1990 The nuclear plants will produce 10 million killowats of power annually to the in­ dustrial economy of Brazil.*' Great Lakes America s Great Lakes form the largest body of fresh water in the world. But only one of the lakes. Lake Michigan, is wholly in the United States The others are "shared" with Canada.