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PAGE 2 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY, MAY IS. 1M1 tu y Herrmann and Gillen Married At St. Mary's Fair Diddley-For Everyone a i i i i i i i i i i i i i i u b MR. AND MRS. JEFFREY STERN Exchange Wedding Vows Escorted down the aisle by her brother, David Stenson, the former Theresa Stenson approached the altar of St. Mary's Catholic church in Burlington, Wis. M^y 8, to exchange promises of marriage with Jeff Stern. The bride is the daughter of Betty Stenson of Ger- mantown. Wis. Walter and Ruth Stern of Waterford, Wis. are the parents of the groom. Father Robert Gosma officiated at the 6 p.m. solemnization and Oswald Markeland, a brother-in-law of the groom, sang "My Sweet Lady", "Annie's Song", "The Lord's Prayer" and "The Wedding Song", accompanied on the piano by Sister Marianne. Kristy Pavlovich, a sister of the groom, gave a nuptial reading and the groom's younger brother, Chris Stern, gave an appropriate response. TTie bride wore a white gown with a pleated full skirt, highlighted with a ruffle flounce. The fitted bodice had a stand-up lace collar, sheer inset ruffled yoke, accented with lace appliques. Ruffles forming a V-shape, extended from the yoke to the waist. The full sheer sleeves were cuffed with a wide band of lace, and trimmed with a ruffle. Her fingertip veil, edged with a single row of embroidered flowers, was secured to a pleated lace cap. She carried a bouquet of silk daisies in rainbow colors. Attending the bride as her maid of honor was Joan Golembiewski of West Allis, Wis. Bridesmaids were a sister of the bride, Jean Stenson, Germantown, Wis., Ramopa Powell, Kenosha, Wis., and Naomi Vyvyan, Union Grove, Wis., both friends of the bride. Carrying out the 'rainbow' theme, attendants were attired in sleeveless, floor length dresses, in solid colors of blue, pink, yellow and lavender, featuring a matching sheer, floral print shoulder cape. They carried bouquets of rainbow color silk chrysanthemums and a white silk daisy adorned their hair. Handling the duties of best man was the groom's brother, Don Stern, Menomonee -Falls, Wis. Groomsmen were Steven Stern, Waterford, Wis., the groom's brother; and friends of the groom, Paul Warick, Burlington, Wis. and Daniel Fregien, Waterford, Wis. The bridegroom and his attendants wore silver grey tuxedos and boutonnieres in colors coinciding with the dresses of their partners. The mother of the bride chose a floor length, long- sleeved gown with a floral print on a pale blue background. A deep pink chiffon, floor length gown, with a pleated skirt, long sleeves and high neck, was the choice of the groom's mother. After the ceremony, a reception for 350 friends and relatives was held at the Veterans Memorial building, Burlington. The guests enjoyed a delicious dinner which had been prepared by the groom's mother, assisted by her sisters, Mary Runkel and Irene Schmidt, and dancing followed. The new Mrs. Stern graduated from Burlington high school in 1979, attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison, for one year, and is presently employed as an order processor for Brake Parts company, McHenry. Her husband, a graduate of Waterford high school in 1976, is the new Sports editor for the McHenry Plain- dealer. They are residing on James street, McHenry. The bride was guest of honor at a pre-nuptial shower hosted by the groom's mother. McHenry American Legion Auxiliary "ALL YOU CAN EAT" CHICKEN DINNER SUNDAY, MAY 17, 1981 NOON UNTIL 4:00 PM PRICE: 11 YRS. & UP - $3.50 5-10 YRS. $1.75 UNDER 5 • FREE McHenry Legion Post Home RINGWOOD ROAD McHENRY, ILL. The church of St. Mary of the Assumption, McHenry was the setting for the ex­ change of vows May 9, m VllUllgV Wl V \ r Y* O IViaj i7, Community « between the former Susan J ^ Herrmann of McHenry and Calendar Gillen of MAY 15 St. Margaret Chapter of NAIM--meeting, 7:30 p.m.~ Oak room-Montini Middle school. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran church women- Mother-Daughter banquet. 6:30 p.m.-Fellowship hall- potluck dinner-fashion show. MAY 16 Annual Poppy day-9 a.m. to 3 p.m.-sponsor, McHenry American Legion Post 491 and Auxiliary and VFW Post 4600 and Auxiliary. MAY 17 NAIM Council meeting- potluck-St. Mary's church, sponsors-Maryroom, 2 p.m - -Montini Middle school- bring table service. McHenry American Legion Auxiliary-Semi­ annual Chicken Dinner-Post home, Ringwood road-noon to 4 p.m.-public invited MAY 18 T.H*E.O.S.--meet at 5:30 p.m.-Circle R Family restaurant~( formerly A & W)~then to First United Methodist church-fun and fellowship. Potluck dinner honoring Gold Star members-Legion post home, 6:30 p.m.-- American Legion Auxiliary. McHenry Woman's club- Board of Trustees meeting, 10 a.m.--McHenry Public Library. MAY 19 Mother-Daughter banquet- First United Methodist church-Fellowship hall, 6:30 p.m Whispering Oaks Garden club-meeting, 1 p.m.-- Community center. McHenry Lodge 158 AF&AM-Stated meeting, 8 p.m.-Appreciation night. McHenry Post 491-host Elgin hospital vets -Post home, Ringwood road, 5 p.m. MAY 20 Whispering Oaks Woman's club-Spring luncheon-The Appletree-Holiday Park- cocktails, 11:30 a.m.-- luncheon. 12:30. Fox Ridge Women's club- monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m.- Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran church. Family Service & Com­ munity Mental Health center for McHenry county-Board of Directors meeting, 7330 p.m -3409 W Waukegan road, McHenry-open to public. MAY 21 St. Patrick's Ladies Guild- luncheon and play-noon, Crescent Bay-members and guests. Cathoilic Daughters- Regular meeting, 7:30 p.m- Election of Officers-K. of C. hall. McHenry Area Separated and Divorced Catholic group-meeting, 7:45 p.m.- Montini Middle school-Oak room. MAY 24 Polish Legion of American Veterans-Post and Chapter meeting-Spojnia park-for information, call 385-1383. MAY 26 McHenry Chapter 547, O.E.S--Stated meeting, 8 p.m MAY 28 Girl Scouts-Neighborhood Dr. Phillip Springfield, III. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs. William Herrmann, 1402 Freund avenue, McHenry. Mr. and Mrs . Wil l iam Gi l len of Decatur. III. are the parents of the groom. Father Gaynor officiated at the 1 p.m. ceremony, during which special music was provided by soloist. Susan Van Kanagan, a friend of the bride. The bride wore a taffeta lined white sheer polyester organza gown trimmed with lace and applique accents. Sheer front and back yokes created a cape effect. The skirt flowed into a chapel length train. Her headpiece was trimmed with lace matching the bridal gown. The maid of honor was Marti Baker of Clinton, 111. Bridesmaids were Kathy Smith and Carol Herrmann, both of Mcrtenry; and Joyce Robinson of Gardner, 111. Attendants were attired in yellow qiana dresses with accordian .pleated skirts and a draped bodice. The best man was Dr. Ken Kraudel of Springfield. Groomsmen were Bill Herrmann of McHenry; Dr. Michael McLaughlin of Oak Park, 111.;1 and Kevin Volker of Clinton, 111. The mother of the bride wore a light aqua qiana, long-sleeved dress with pleated skirt and lace bodice. A sleeveless lace jacket complimented the ensemble. A lavender voile dress with long sheer sleeves and belted waistline was the choice of the groom's mother. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at the Johnsburg Community club for 175 friends and relatives. The newlyweds will make their home in Springfield upon their return from a honeymoon in Michigan. The bride, a graduate of McHenry Community high school and Parkland college, is employed as an animal health technician. The groom graduated from Warrensburg-Latham high school, the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine and is a practicing veterinarian. 9:30 a.m.- of the Hills church. Green meeting. Shepherd Lutheran street. County meeting, 8 p.m.~ American Legion Post 491, Ringwood road-Post Everlasting service-honor deceased vets-public in­ vited MAY 30 St Margaret chapter of NAIM-Cards, 7:30 p.m.- Oak Room-Montini Middle school. JUNE 2 Ruth Circle of United Methodist church-last get together-Apple Tree restaurant-Holiday Park, route 134-noon. JUNE 3 McHenry Grandmothers club-luncheon, 11 a m - McHenry Country Club - meeting, 1 p.m -Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran church JUNE 4 McHenry Area Separated and Divorced Catholic group-meeting, 7:45 p.m - Montini Middle School -Oak room. JUNE 7 NAIM--SL Margaret chapter-retreat-St. Joseph church, Richmond-Mass, 12:15 p.m.-bring lunch. JUNE 8 Whispering Oaks Woman's club-Board meeting, 9:30 a.m. McHenry American Legion Post 491-regular meeting, 8 p.m. JUNE 10 Luncheon-Cards, 11:30 a.m.-B.V.M. sodality-St. John the Baptist church- Johnsburg Community club- 2315 W. Church st.-Tickets at the door. JUNE 18 McHenry Area Separated and Divorced Catholic group-meeting, 7:45 p.m.~ Montini Middle School-Oak JUNE 19 NAIM St. Margaret Chapter-meeting and elephant sale -7:30 p.m.-- Montini Middle school-Oak JUNE 27 NAIM -St. Margaret chapter-cards, 7:30 p.m.~ Montini Middle school. Woman's Club Slates End Of Year Luncheon The Whispering Oaks Woman's club will close its club year May 20, with a Spring luncheon at the Appletree in Holiday Park. Chairman Clara Bender has arranged for a very 'entertaining program by "The Bailey Girls" from Hebron. These ladies have written a book on family history dating back 200 years. They will present the story in costume and it should be most interesting to those who have resided in the McHenry county area for many years, as well as to all newcomers. Wonder Lake Seniors Hold Meeting-Luncheon The Wonder Lake Senior Citizen club held a luncheon on their regular meeting day. May 4, at Christ the King church hall. It was enjoyed by 125 senior citizens and their friends. Club members were saddened by the death of their newly elected president, Mary Cholera, who passed away April 23. Everyone will miss her, as she was a very energetic person. Blood pressures will be taken at the next meeting, May 18, from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., for all senior citizens of Wonder Lake. The regular meeting will follow, at which time a new president will be installed. It is hoped that there will be a good turnout of members. M & M BODY SHOPPER cA/(ontfi of <£fi£.cLaC± O SPECIAL PRICE (MEMBERS) NON-MEMBERS A K°°* oS BODY WRAP FACIAL MANICURE PEDICURE SCULPTURED NAILS NAIL TIPS M & M BODY SHOPPE 2908 W. RTE. 120 McHENRY DAILY 8-8:30 SAT. 8-4 315-5490 This year's poster for "Fair Diddley" is displayed above by Pat Prxetacznlk and Kathy Bowman of McHenry. The event, an old-time country fair, is being held 8anday, May 17, from noon to < p.m., on the Woodstock square. At Fair Diddley there is something for everyone. Besides 200 craftsmen and 50 artists hawking their wares, there are activities for everyone. "Show Diddley" in the historic Woodstock Opera House, with its magic, clowns, songs and puppets, is. especially for children. Also for children on Dean street, there will be a row of games with prizes and a Moonwalk at the end of the street. Clowns, balloons and painted faces will add to the festive atmosphere. Bargains will be offered at the Mental Health Resource league booths, featuring toys, books and children's clothes. Free entertainment on the bandstand includes the Woodstock City band at 11:15 a.m., the McHenry county chapter of Sweet Adelines at noon, and the Marian Jazz band at 1 p.m. At 2 p.m., a dance studio will present dancing apti gymnastics. Three o'clock will bring the Cary-Grove high school Show Chorale to the band­ stand. At 4 p.m. the lively dancing of McHenry county square dancers will be featured and at 5 p.m. the Woodstock high school Stage band will perform. This free-admission benefit is sponsored by the Mental Health Resource league for McHenry county. The organization funds various mental health services throughout McHenry county by providing funding for equipment, continuing education for professionals and various other programs that aid the handicapped and mentally ill. Wonder Lakers Organize 'Happy Homemakers9 Unit The newest unit of M c H e n r y C o u n t y Homemakers Extension association is the Happy Homemakers unit in Wonder Lake. They will meet Monday, May 18, at 1 p.m., in the home of Marge Dugan. Due to a conflict in schedules, this is a change from the usual meeting day, which is the third Wed­ nesday of the month. Co-hostess for the meeting will be Nancy Fallaw. The lesson, titled, "Getting Your Act Together", will be presented by Betty Wheaton Marge Dugan and Ar- menie Bach attended the annual meeting of the M c H e n r y C o u n t y Homemakers Extension association in April. Marge Dugan carried the unit's banner in the parade of flags. They will give a brief report of their day spent with h o m e m a k e r s f r o m throughout McHenry county. The Homemakers Ex­ tension association is open to all McHenry county residents regardless of race, creed, sex or religion. One need not live in Wonder Lake to belong to the Happy Homemakers. It is a new unit and welcomes anyone who finds the meeting time convenient. Anyone wishing more information regarding this particular unit is urged to call 653-6231 or the Extension office. Senior Walk-In Canter Meals are served Monday through Friday at the McHenry Walk-In center beginning at 11:45 a.m. Reservations must be made by 1:30 p.m. the day before at 385-8260. The menu for the week of May 18 through May 22 is as follows: May 18: Beef patties with gravy, buttered noodles, green beans, peach and cottage cheese salad, white bread, vanilla pudding, milk. • May 19: Beef bratwurst and bun, potato salad, buttered carrots, ambrosia, milk. May 20: Meat loaf, baked potato, peas, tossed green salad, wheat bread, fruit cobbler, milk. May 21: Pork cutlet, scalloped potatoes, French green beans, pear half with cottage cheese, rye bread, ranger cookie, milk. May 22: Oven baked chicken, mashed potatoes, brussel sprouts, tossed green salad, roll, fruit cocktail, milk. Honeymoon In Florida A two-week stay in Florida was in the honeymoon plans of newly married Mr. and Mrs. John Weyland, who will reside at 327 W Prairie street, Apt. 3, Marengo, III. upon their return. The former Sharyn Wilson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore S. Wilson, 20916 River road, Marengo, exchanged promises of marriage with John Weyland, son of Mr. and Mrs. William J. Weyland, 1609 N. Riverside drive, McHenry, May 9. The Reverend Kroll of­ ficiated at the 5 p.m ceremony in St. John's United church of Christ in Union, 111. before an altar decorated with two floral bouquets. Special music included "Longer", "The Rose" and "One Hand, One Heart". The bride wore a princess styled gown trimmed with lace, featuring a cape that flowed into a train. A picture hat completed the look. Her bridal slip was trimmed with lace taken from the dress her grandmother had worn at her own wedding. A friend of the bride, Geraldine Kanaly, was the matron of honor. Bridesmaids were the bride's sister-in-law, Mrs. Jean Wilson; friends of the LARGE POTTED TOMATOE 3MZY PLANTS \ J bride, Mrs. Debbie Moehling and Charlotte Greenwood; and the bride's sfster, Valerie Wilson, all of Marengo. Attendants were attired in short, princess style, peach floral dresses accented with a lace cover up. The best man was a friend of the groom, Sean Thomas of McHenry. Groomsmen were Michael Peterson of McHenry. a friend of the groom; the groom's brother, William Weyland of McHenry; and the bride's brother, Steven Wilson of Marengo. The mother of the bride chose a short, blue print dress with sheer matching cover up. A long-sleeved, violet, street length designer dress with pleated bodice and skirt was the choice of the groom's mother. After the wedding, the Union American Legion was the setting for a reception at which 200 guests toasted the couple. Scrolls were distributed by Donovan and Sarah Weyland, and Barb McPherson circulated the guest book. The bride graduated from Marengo high school in 1978 and is an assistant manager at Brandt's Pharmacy in Marengo. The groom, a 1977 graduate of McHenry Community high school, is a real estate appraiser for Marengo Federal Savings and Loan. • • • • A hard task is eased by the application of immediate energy. • • • • The first fruit of a reli­ gious personality is an honest life. 65* •och ZVi" POTS $7" p«r flat HARMS FARM AND GARDEN CENTER 4727 W Crys ta l I c i koRr ) McHenry I I O P E N 8 A M - 7 P M ( 8 1 5 ) 3 8 5 3 0 7 4 1 L|*e AImwT Call For H«lp Instantly 24 Hr« A DAYI FOR MORE INFO CALL M.T.A.L.S. 385-4021