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PAGF 2 - PLAINDE ALER - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28,1N1 Church Women's Meeting .j l Features Talk - Pictures At the January General meeting of the United Methodist Women of the- First United Methodist Church of McHenry, Timothy Tonyan, recently returned from three years in Swaziland, gave an in­ teresting talk and showed pictures. He then answered many many questions, ending a very nice program which (everyone enjoyed Tonyan also told a little about the work he will be doing in Egypt, as that will be his next assignment. The meeting was well attended, considering the weather and the number who have been bit by the old 'flu bug', and it began with a potluck luncheon at noon, hosted by the Priscilla - Circle. ; President, Veretta Ger- stad was happy to announce that Sandi Lewis will be the treasurer, filling the position recently vacated by LaNita McNamara. Norma Pieplow told the need for volunteers for the Clothing Closet at Wood­ stock. Charlene Tonyan reported on the Church Women United's annual" meeting, Friday, Feb. 6, at Grace Lutheran church and advised that she had gotten two volunteers to bring salads. The president installed Sandi Lewis, treasurer; Bertha Stange, Local Church Responsibility chairman; Patricia Esposito, Christian Personhood; and Norma Pieplow, Priscilla Circle chairman. These ladies were not able to be at the December meeting when the other officers were installed. Patricia Esposito's meditations on "The Apostle's Creed" and "The Woman's Creed" were in­ teresting and inspiring. The impressive pledge service was led by Veretta Gerstad, assisted by Bertha Stange, Norma Pieplow, Daisy Wildhagen, Jean Robinson, Vonnie Ferguson, Kathee Stark, Marion Barrows, Patricia Esposito and Sandi Lewis, ending with prayer and collection of the pledge cards, Kathee Stark received a commendation for her fine work enabling the 1961 year books to be ready for distribution at this meeting. The next General meeting of the U.M.W. will be Thursday, Feb. 19, at noon, in the Fellowship hall, when hostesses will be the Marcia Mary Ball Circle. It will be an Agape luncheon, com­ memorating the week of prayer and self-denial. y n i u i » n n » » a i m » • I Community • Calendar JANUARY 28 Dobson films, 7 p.m.- Faith Presbyterian church- ! public invited. ! Pistakee Highlands [Women's club-monthly • meeting, 7 p.m.--slides, Rick Martin. JANUARY 31 St. John's Home and School assn.-Snowflake Ball-Johnsburg Community club~8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. FEBRUARY 1 Roast Beef dinner, family style-Zion Lutheran church- -12 to 3 p.m. Junior High Youth Fellowship-T-shirt party- noon to 2 p.m.-First United Methodist ehurcfr •»* <* FEBRUARYS St. Patrick's Ladies Guild- rmeeting, 1 p.m.-church McHenry Senior Citizens- Board meeting, 10 a.m.- McHenry Public library. U.M.W. Mission team (Executive committees- meeting, 9:30 a.m.-First United Methodist church parlor. » Koinonia group-10 a.m. to noon-First United Methodist church parlor. Marcia Mary Ball Circle- meeting, noon-First United Methodist church parlor. FEBRUARY 3 Ruth Circle, noon-First United Methodist church- hostess, Vivian Bassett. FEBRUARY 4 Dobson films, 7 p.m.- Faith Presbyterian church- public invited. McHenry Grandmothers club-luncheon, Mr. C's, 11:3j^a.m.-meeting, 1 p.m- Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran church. FEBRUARY 7 McHenry hospital, annual dinner meeting-McHenry Country club-speaker, Fred Briggs, NBC correspondent- reservations, 385-2200, ext. 622. FEBRUARY 9 McHenry Senior Citizens- meeting, 7 p.m.-West campus. Whispering Oaks Woman's club-Board meeting, 9:30 a.m. FEBRUARY 10 McHenry Chapter 547 O.E.S.-Stated meeting, 8 p.m.-Masonic temple. Newcomers club monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m.--St. Paul's Episcopal church, McHenry-visitors welcome. Whispering Oaks Garden club-Board meeting, 1 p.m. FEBRUARY 11 Dobson films, 7 p.m.- Faith Presbyterian church- public invited. "Around The World" Valentine Buffet-Salad Luncheon-Card party-St. Patrick's Ladies Guild- church hall, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. FEBRUARY 12 Priscilla Circle meeting- 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.-First United Methodist church parlor. Lakeland Park Women's club-potluck dinner, ft: 30 p.m.-meeting,7:30 p.m- Lakeland Park Community house. McHenry Woman's club meeting, 12 p.m.-Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran church. FEBRUARY 14 ' The Friendship club- potluck dinner and meeting, 5:30 p.m.-Fellowship hall, First United Methodist church. FEBRUARY 16 THEOS-dinner at Busy Bee restaurant, 5:30 p.m.~ meeting at First United Methodist church follows. FEBRUARY 17 Whispering Oaks Garden club-meeting, 1 p.m. FEBRUARY 18 Dobson films, 7 p.m.-- Faith Presbyterian church- public invited. Newcomers club, monthly morning coffee, 9:30 a.m.- Shepherd -of the Hills L u t h e r a n c h u r c h - - babysitting-visitors welcome. Whispering Oaks Woman's club, 1 p.m.-The Strange Case of A.L.-by Dr. Wilt. FEBRUARY 19 United Methodist Women- general meeting, noon- Agape luncheon-Fellowship hall, First United Methodist church-MarciaMary Ball Circle hostess FEBRUARY 21 Johnsburg Rescue Squad party-Johnsburg Com­ m u n i t y c l u b - b e n e f i t building fund. FEBRUARY 23 McHenry Senior Citizens- meeting. 7 p.m.-West campus. McHenry Woman's club- B o a r d m e e t i n g , 1 0 a . m - McHenry Public library. FEBRUARY 24 McHenry Chapter 547 O.E.S--Stated meeting, 8 p.m.-Masonic temple. Baby Sitting Safety Course-J.C. Bush school, Johnsburg P.T O.-5th grade and up-consecutive Tuesday meetings. FEBRUARY 25 Dobson films, 7 p m - Faith Presbyterian church- public invited. FEBRUARY 28 Newcomers club "Mardi Gras" party, 8 p.m.- Barbara Hajek, reservations and information. MARCH 5 McHenry Senior Citizens club-Drivers Refresher course-first session, 9:30 a.m. to noon-council chambers, McHenry City hall. MARCH 10 Whispering Oaks Garden club-Board meeting, 1 p.m. Maybe one New Year's resolution some people made was to take inventory of the household, to eliminate some of the unnecessary articles of furniture and other such items no longer being used, so as to make everyday work lighter! FISH hopes that will be done because current requests reveal there are folks who can make good use of those articles. Needs are for a living room couch and two smaller chairs, a 30 inch electric stove, washer and dryer, vacuum cleaner, black and .white T.V., space heater, two men's dressers, refrigerator, freezer, double bed size sheets, pillow cases, an infant's dressing table, with or without drawers, for an expected little one, two double beds, three double bed size springs and mat­ tresses, end tables and a living room lamp table. All items to be donated should be in good, clean and usable condition. FISH also works with the Birthright group. It has new offices and is in need of shelving for the storeroom. Birthright can be reached direct, or contacted through FISH. It is listed in the phone book. There is also a group of . Willing Workers (senior, citizens) who meet weekly at the McHenry library. The members make patch quilts, blankets, infant sets, mit­ tens, etc. for needy McHenry area families. They can use any materials for the blankets, thread, all types of yarn, flannelette for baby kimonos, etc. Some ladies do this work at home. Anyone interested in donating materials and-or joining the group, can advise FISH. For those who seek food, the FISH pantry is for a one­ time emergency, but operates all year. The First Methodist church has collections regularly and St Mary's receives packages the first Saturday and Sunday of each month at all the Masses. Call FISH at 385-0258, for information, answers to questions, donations of requested items, or if in­ terested, in joining. Also, a check, money order or certificate from a super­ market may be mailed to FISH, P. O. Box 282, McHenry, 111., 60050. M.G. Editor's Quote Book The darkest hour of a man's life is when he sils down to plan how to get money without earning it. Horace Greeley Last Chance To Enter Easter Seal Benefit The fourth annual Easter Seal-WXRD Dance-A-Thon, which will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at the Woodstock high school, has drawn 90 dancers from McHenry county who have decided to "Dance To Help Heal For Easter Seal". Woodstock high school, the location of the dance, has a capacity limit so dancers are encouraged to pick up registration forms, sign and return to the Easter Seal center by Feb. 1. The deadline date also allows Easter Seal to anticipate the amount of food needs. Plege and registration forms are available at all McHenry county high schools, McHenry County college, WXRD, various businesses, and the Easter Seal Therapy center }n, Woodstock. Where can one dance, get free food, hear great music, see exciting entertainment, and help the handicapped? The answer is the Easter Seal-WXRD Dance-A-Thon. All those interested are urged to register now! For more information call Easter Seal, 338-1707. H & M BODY SHOPPE'S Professionally Certified Stall Nov Offers: • Manicure • Pedicure • Body Wnp BY APPOINTMENT Blouses are more femi­ nine and tend to soften tai­ lored suits. These silk blouses feature lace on col­ lars, ties and rows of lace on bodice. GGNG mmw. It Hi Hd)j|ty Nt.W Yi I I I ChllH' M ' Chinese New Year, the t r a d i t i o n a l O r i e n t a l celebration that has become as popular in this country as Chinese food, will begin on Thursday, Feb. 5. On that day, the world will leave the "Year of the Monkey" and enter 4679, the "Year of the Rooster". Although the Chinese many years ago officially changed to the Gregorian calendar (the one we use), they still celebrate festivals based on their ancient moon calendar, such as New Year. In Chinese communities in this country everyone claims a share in the fun of the New Year festival, whether the celebration takes the form of firecrackers in the street, a parade, a night at the theater watching old legends retold, or a family reunion. The date of Chinese New Year changes every year, but always falls between Jan. 21 and Feb. 19. It arrives with the second new moon after the winter solstice (the shortest day of the year). i. The Year of the Rooster which starts Feb. 5, follows the tradition of naming the years after constellations of the Zodiac in 12-year cycles. In order after the Rooster are the constellations of Dog, Boar, Rat, Ox, Tiger, Hare, Dragon, Serpent, Horse, Ram and Monkey. Nowadays the celebration of New Year is concentrated into a few days. In days past, according to Oriental lore experts employed by a Chinese food products company, preparations began a month in advance and festivities lasted a full month after New Year's Day, from new moon to full moon. Weeks before the New Year, villages bustled with housecleaning activity, befitting the New Year as a time of renewal. Men in masks and warrior costumes s y m b o l i c a l l y c h a s e d pestilence out of the town. A villager, garbed as a sor­ cerer, ran through the streets with an ax in hand, driving out evil spirits. All debts were to be paid before the old year ended. When evil spirits had been banished and creditors satisfied, people turned their attention Urpacifying more benevolent gods. According to tradition, all gods go to the Jade Emperor and highest god of all, between the 24th day of the 12th month and New Year's Day. An elaborate farewell dinner is given for one deity, the Kitchen God. It consists solely of sweets, so that this god will tell the Jade Em­ peror only sweet things about the family with whom he spent the year. After the meal the god, who is represented by a paper image seated on a bamboo chariot, is set afire, so that he rides with the flames to heaven. The ceremony ends with a burst of firecrackers, an essential Chicken Livers Ideal Chinese New Year Fare biggest and most important r. Since it falls in the middle of in cans, Chinese New Year is the holiday on the Chinese calendar. the dreariest season, why not use it as a good reason to host a holiday party of your own? It's a good way to cure mid-winter doldrums. If you're looking for a new recipe to bring in 4679, the Year of the Rooster, home economists for an Oriental food products company would like to share this one with you. 6 Chicken livers with Chinese pineapple sauce, served with hot rice, is ideal party fare. A side dish of fancy mixed vegetables, readily available both frozen and complements the meal. CHICKEN LIVERS WITH CHINESE PINEAPPLE SAUCE (4 Servings) 1 lb. chicken livers, washed, dried and cut in half 1-4 cup soy sauce 1-4 cup cooking oil 1 cup drained pineapple chunks (reserve syrup) \ 1 can (8 oz.) water chestnuts, drained, cut in half 1-2 cup reserved pineapple syrup 1-2 cup cider vinegar 1-2 teaspoon salt 1-2 cup sugar 1-4 cup cornstarch 1 pkg. (6 oz.) frozen Chinese pea pods, thawed and drained. Place chicken livers in small bowl; pour soy sauce over and mix well. Let stand 20 minutes or more. Heat oil in large skillet placed over high"heat. Remove chicken livers from sov sauce with slotted spoon; add to skillet and brown quickly, stirring constantly. Add pineapple chunks and water chestnuts; remove from heat. Keep warm. Combine pineapple syrup, vinegar, salt, sugar and cornstarch in small saucepan- stir over low heat until thickened and clear. Stir pea pods into chicken liver mixture. Add sauce and mix well. Serve immediately with hot cooked rice. "OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST 1 ml 4 pm ff Aerobic ft Exercise Demonstration ft 'Everything Nice" Fashion Show Introductory Special! 6 week Membership wr Coining Sooo Nutrition Clinics I Health Days I We earn tights ft leotards COUPON Go«d lor 1 FREE Enccisc Class Ofltf [litis Jan. 31,1911 S mm mmm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm mm « CALL 385-5690 M & M BODY SNOPPE 2908 W RTE 120 McHENRY (', MILE EAST OF BRIDGE) MON-FRI 8:00 8:30 p.m. SAT 8:00-4:00 As of F#b 1st All progrom role* will bo going up. 1 KAN'S HIDDI N ( 1 '2.1 2 \ (jici'ii Si . Of< m . H . m h v 3 4 4 - 1 0 1 c If you're feeling the January blahs . . . . C o m e v i s i t FRAN'S HIDDEN CURL for a friendly smile and a hairstyle that could cheer up any dreary day part of every Chinese ceremony. On the fourth day of the New Year, the family places a new image of the Kitchen God in a niche over the hearth, but until his return they enjoy freedom from his watchful eye. Hie last days of the old year find crowds surging through the streets, for this is the time when the traditional New Year's gifts are purchased ~ flowers, tea and rare fruits. The old year is finished with visits to relatives and, for the women, cooking. All food preparation must be finished on the last day of the year, since using a knife or any sharp instrument on New Year's day is thought to cut the coming year's good luck patterns. The final hours of New Year's Eve are devoted to family worship of the gods and to remembering an­ cestors. After the rites, family members join in a feast. All their quarrels must by now be forgotten. Fireworks and good wishes at midnight hail the new year. At midnight, cries of "Gung Hoy Fet Toy" (Happy New Year) and "La Choy" (good luck) ring through the household. • *' On New Year's Day, and often the five days following, families remain at home. Shops close, streets are empty, and behind closed doors each family enjoys feasting and unaccustomed leisure. The days following are for still more feasts and visiting friends. Tlie official ending of the New Year holidays is the Feast of Lanterns, celebrated on the 15th of the first month of the full moon. EAST MEETS WEST TO CELEBRATE NEW YEAR ' East meets West on Feb. 5 to celebrate CMnese New Year. On that day, the old Year of the Moifcey will give way to the new Year of the Rooster/ Under the influence of the proud bird, the days ahead will be filled with self-assurance and personal achievement. Chinese New Year is a lug day for giving and receiving presents. Fruit,- especially oranges which symbolize abundance, an array of foods, potted plants for friends; fabrics and ornaments for one's own family are the traditional gifts. Children are dressed in new clothes and receive small amounts of money wrapped in red paper to assure good luck. In Chinese communities, fireworks and good wishes hail the New Year. At midnight, cries of "Gung Hoy Fet Toy" (Happy New Year) and La Choy (good luck) ring in the streets and throughout the household. Celebrate the holiday like the Chinese do - with an Oriental feast. Home economists of an Oriental food products company make it easy with a feast developed for American kitchens. Oriental Braised Chieken combines flavors of East and West. To serve with it, there's Spiced Mushrooms and tender sauteed Pea Pods. ORIENTAL BRAISED CHICKEN (4 Servings)' 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce t/2 teaspoon salt 1 large whole chicken breast, skinned, boned and cut into 2-inch squares 2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 /2 lb. leeks or 1 bunch green onions, cut into 1-inch sections 2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 cup Water 1 tablespoon sherry 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce 1 can (8 02.) Bamboo Shoots, drained 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 teaspoon sugar 2 tablespoons cold water 2 tablespoons minced cooked ham „ Like New To clean and make brick tiles look like new, wash them with a cloth saturated with vine­ gar. Combine first three ingredients. Pour over chicken and stir until chicken pieces are coated Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large skillet placed over medium high heat. Add leeks and cook and stir until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm. In same pan, heat 2 more tablespoons oil; add chicken, cook and stir until meat turns white and opaque. Return leeks to pan; add water and bring to boil. Stir in sherry and remaining soy sauce. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes. Add bamboo shoots and continue simmer­ ing 20 minutes more. With slotted spoon, remove chicken and vegetables to serving platter; keep warm. Blend remaining cornstarch, sugar and water; stir into liquid in skillet. Heat and stir until thickened. Pour over chicken and garnish with chopped ham. CHINESE SPICED MUSHROOMS (4 Servings) 1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, wiped clean, stem ends removed 1 quart boiling water 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce 1 tablespoon sherry pinch salt Hot Pepper Sauce and sesame oil to taste Crisp lettuce leaves Place mushrooms in colander in sink; pour boiling water over to blanch. Drain and dry thoroughly. • Combine soy sauce, sherry, salt, Hot Pepper Sauce and sesame oil, mixing weH. Add mushrooms and toss. Refrigerate to chid, about 20 minutes. Serve on crisp lettuce leaves. COME AND Mr? I Wistin Mnk Friday 1 Saturday East of McHonry Route