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r \ ( ; K 2 - » M . Y 1 M > K . \ L K H - W E D N E S D A Y . D E C E M B E R 2 9 , 1 9 8 2 j <£ocia.C > MR. AND MRS. JEFFREY PUCKETT JAMAICAN HONEYMOON - Following a honeymoon at Runaway Bay, Jamaica, newly married Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Robert Puckett are making their home in Wheaton, 111. The bride is the former Linda Schiller, daughter of Vernon and Jean Schiller of McHenry. Robert and Shirley Puckett of Dayton, Ohio are the bridegroom's parents. The couple was united in holy matrimony ^ Nov. 27, during a 4:30 p.m. ceremony officiated by Pastor Gordon Shaffer In the First United Methodist church, Woodstock. A reception for 200 guests was held ) - > at the Branded Steak House, Crystal Lake. The bride attended the College of DuPage and McHenry County college. The groom graduated from Bowling * Green college in Ohio and is employed as a salesman for Heldor Co., Chicago. i The holiday season is festive, fun and filled with tempting treats. Popcorn, despite its simplicity, is a delightful favorite with all ages. While some people prefer it plain and others lightly seasoned, few can resist the enticing flavor of caramel corn. Sweet, crunchy and delicious, caramel corn is surprisingly simple to make. Most kitchens are already equipped with the necessary ingredients and utensils. Of course, if popcorn and caramel corn are regular requests, you should consider buying one of the new corn poppers to simplify the preparation and clean-up of caramel corn, cheese - corn and other popcorn snacks. This season, treat your popcorn lovers to these sensational but simple recipes. They'll become fast favorites with any crowd! Caramel Corn 1/2 cup butter or margarine 1/4 cup light or dark corn syrup 1 cup lightly packed brown sugar 112 teaspoon baking soda 4 quarts plain popped popcorn 1) Melt butter with corn syrup in 2- quart sauce pan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and stir to dissolve. 2 ) Using a candy thermometer, cook syrup to hard ball stage (250 degrees F). Remove from heat and add baking soda, stirring to blend. Syrup will foam and lighten in color. 3) Pour caramel syrup over popcorn in a large bowl or dutch oven and stir to coat evenly with long handled spoon as mixture is hot. Cool and then break into clusters for serving. Makes 4 quarts. Hint: If popcorn balls are desired, butter hands generously or use but­ tered popcorn ball shapers to form balls while mixture is still warm. Makes 14 to 16 popcorn balls. Caramel Crunch 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/4 cup corn syrup 1/4 cup water 1/8 teaspoon salt 4 quarts plain popped com 1 cup dry roasted peanuts 1) Combine butter, sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, water and salt in 2- quart sauce pan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugars are dissolved. 2 ) Using a candy thermometer, cook syrup to hard ball state (250 degrees F). 3) Pour syrup over combined popcorn and peanuts in a large bowl or dutch oven. Stir to coat evenly using a long handled spoon as mixture is hot. Allow to cool and break into clusters. Makes 4 quarts. COMMUNITY CALENDAR McHenry Senior Citizen Club Elects Officers For Coming Year [Simple, Enticing Recipes For " * " * For Popcorn-Everyone's Favorite DECEMBER 31 Wonder Lake American Legion Post 1169-Will be open. JANUARY 3 Compassionate Friends-meeting, 7 p.m.--Family Service & Community Mental Health Service facility-4302 Crystal Lake road, Suite G. U.M.W. Mission Team (Executive committee (-meeting, 9:30 a.m.-First United Methodist church parlor. JANUARY 3 McHenry Senior Citizens Club- Executive Board meeting, 10 a.re­ present and new members-McHenry Public Library. JANUARY 4 Marcia Mary Ball Circle-First United Methodist church-parlor, noon. Ruth Circle-meeting, noon-home of Marion Barrows-members bring a sandwich-if weather inclement, call Marion to verify meeting. JANUARY 5 Whispering Oaks Woman's club- Board meeting, 9 a.m.-Community Center. JANUARY 6 McHenry Sportsmen'* club- Weingart road-meeting, 8 p.m. JANUARY 8 McHenry Sportsmen's club- Weingart road-practice shoot-open 1 p.m.-public invited. Friendhiip Club Potluck Luncheon- Meeting-l p.m.-Fellowship hall- First United Methodist church. McHenry Area Toastmasters-- meet, 9 p.m.-Letizia Financial Corp- Wonder Lake-guests welcome. JANUARY 9 McHenry Sportsmen's club- Weingart road-meat shoot, 11 a.m.- public invited. JANUARY 10 McHenry Senior Citizens club- regular meeting, 7 p.m.-East campus cafeteria-installation of officers. JANUARY 12 Kishwaukee Life Member club- Telephone Pioneers of America- monthly meeting, 11:30 a.m.-V.F.W., 240 N. Thrope, Woodstock- reservations by Jan. 5-call 344-4144 or 338-6637. JANUARY 13 Lakeland Park Women's club- potluck dinner, 6:30 p.m.-meeting, 7:30 p.m.-Lakeland Park Community House-1717 N. Sunset Ave. Priscilla Circle-9:30 to 11:30 a.na-- First United Methodist church; -babysitter provided. On Dec. 13, the nomination and election of officers for 1983 revealed Florence Roth as president; Stanley Tomaszewski, vice-president; Sue Wirfs, recording secretary; Marge Lange, treasurer; Ruth Fradell, financial secretary; Julia Smock, Membership chairperson ; Ann Bailey and Ann Schwarz, Bowling chair­ persons; Esther Heard, Newsletter and Publicity chairperson; Carol Voelke, Social chairperson; Clem Umbdenstock, Tour chairperson; A1 Heggeland, Art chairperson; James Jansen, Driver Refresher course; Virginia Nix, greeter; Harry Sikora, Program chairman; and Alice Wilke, sewing. JANUARY 18 McCullom Lake Conservation club- meeting, 8 p.m.--McCullom Lake Beach House-Orchard Drive. JANUARY 19 ' Whispering Oaks Woman's club- Community Center-l p.m. JANUARY 20 United Methodist Women-general meeting, noon-potluck luncheon- First United Methodist church- Fellowship hall. JANUARY 24 McHenry Area Toastmasters-meet 8 p.m.-First United Methodist church-Center & Main streets-guests welcome. McHenry Senior Citizens club- regular meeting, 7 p.m.-East campus cafeteria-entertainment. FEBRUARY 7 McHenry Senior Citizens club- Executive Board meeting, 10 a.m.-* McHenry Public Library. CHEESE BALL Vi pound shredded cheddar cheese 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese V4 cup prepared yellow mustard 1 tbl. catsup 2 tbl. drained horseradish parsley flakes Mix together cheddar sheese, cream cheese, mustard, catsup and horseradish. Chill several hours. Form into a ball; roll in parsley flakes. Serve with crackers. 3C: n £_ P u X CHINA LIGHT RESTAURANT and LOUNGE New Year's Eve REGULAR MENU New Year's Day OPEN AT 12 NOON REGULAR MENU . " " : " L 1224 N. MIEN ST., McHENRY (Corn«r^Gr»«n St. and Rout* 120) FOR CARRVOUT ORDiRS CALL 344-3220 E): One Last Chance To Say "Thank You" To All My Regular Cus tomers & Friends For Your Patronage. I Look Forward To Serving Your Beauty Needs Next Year. i FRAN'S HIDDEN CURL 1212 N. GREEN ST. (OFC. 8) McHENRY 344-1019 'THE FRIENDLY UTTIEIUUIY SHOP THAI'S HARD TO FIND" Installation of officers will be conducted by Henry Rahn at the Jan. 10 meeting. In keeping with the holiday season, the club made a substantial donation to the McHenry Rescue Squad, Johnsburg Rescue Squad, and FISH. Leona Husch reported 489 members j date, with new members: Joan French, Sophie Wala, Stephania Weber, and Adeline Sladek. Many individuals have already paid their dues for 1983. Ann Bailey and Ann Schwarz in­ vited everyone to join in the bowling at McHenry Recreation on Tuesdays and Fridays. Leo Shermach presented at­ tendance awards to Clara Slegar, Dorothy Finney and Bernice Berg. A bountiful Christmas dinner was - attended by 160 members at the McHenry Country club, with en­ joyable entertainment. There will be a board meeting on Jan. 3, at 10 a.m., at McHenry Public Library, and newly elected board members are asked to be present. Members of the board are very appreciative of the support given them by the membership, in all of the club's activities. The next meeting is slated for Jan. 10, at 7 p.m., in East campus cafeteria. Board members are asked to be present at 6:45 p.m. for pictures. TMCnsH Time Management Program For Childbirth & Parenting Assn. The generosity of the people of McHenry is something to be marveled at and anyone connected with FISH can testify to that. Never before had such quantities of food poured in; never before had so many fine toys, so many gifts of new clothing been given. The scene at St. Patrick's hall was unbelievable on Saturday, Dec. 18. Controlled chaos, one volunteer said. And controlled it was - beautifully. A large group of volun­ teers were on hand, starting at 8:30 in the morning and many worked through a long, constantly busy day into the evening. Then, back again on Sunday morning. ««- Food was stacked, grocery shelf style, on the long tables ; then in boxes on the floor to accommodate the overflow. Toys were arranged all along one long wall. Two equally long aisles . contained the wonderful clothing gifts. Boxes were set up in both the food and gift areas for each family, with family members listed and special requests noted. Then, the volunteers "shopped" for the families, on and on until all were taken care of. FISH couldn't afford turkeys for all these families, but the several that were donated went out; many three-pound cans of ham had been received and they were added. Also, every family received a five- pound box of cheese. There was food for a good Christmas dinner for each family, although in many cases, it had more of an Italian flavor than Pilgrim Father. By noon on Sunday, all was ready for the drivers to fulfill their Santa Clause mission. And never before could FISH bring Christmas cheer to so many! , ; . There are so many heartwarming Christmas stories. The Girl Scouts sang carols, asked for donations of food for FISH, and brought a big box full of canned foods. One troop made over 100 very attractive little net stockings, and filled each with a candy cane. A FISH volunteer gave a gas stove to a family whose stove had been ruined trying to heat their home. In fact, the wall caught on fire - a terrifying experience. They were so glad this stove had a working oven as the children were looking forward excitedly to baking Christmas cookies. Two families that FISH could help many Christmases ago donated generous checks, remembering how much it had meant to them to have Christmas brightened at their time of need. "Toys for Tots".allows FISH to distribute many of the toys they collect. A particulary endearing endeavor grows out of this. FISH collects all the dolls, most much the worse for wear, and takes them to the library. During the year, a group of ladies, known as the "Willing Workers" renew these dolls for the next Christmas. The result is dolls that are absolutely lovely, bright, clean, beautifully dressed - some in hand-knitted or crocheted outfits - once again ready for little girls to love. Now, FISH looks forward to another year, hoping to be of service. We know there will be many calls for help and for food in the winter ahead. But, as Arlette Rietesel, coordinator, says, "FISH seems to experience a 'loaves and fishes' miracle. We are requested to help, and lo and behold, through the generosity of many, we can fill the need". AFW spurgeons Watch For Our White Sale Needlework Sale Circular in this Wed., Dec. 29 Cit izen Shopper SAVINGS OF 20-40-60% M c H e n r y M a r k r - t P l a c e 3 8 5 4 1 Many people often find they have too many things to do and not enough time to do them. Getting organized and learning how to manage time can be the answer. On Monday, Jan. 10, a program entitled, "Time Management for Busy Families-How To Ease the Stress", will be held at the Crystal Lake Central high school, at 7 p.m., and Carol Vavroch will be the speaker. Ms. Vavroch will share ideas on how to get one's life organized so that he- she may find more time for things to really enjoy. The high school is located on Franklin avenue in Crystal Lake and the meeting will be held in room 268. There is no fee for the program and the public is encouraged to attend. For more information Tempt Holiday Guests With A Tasty Beverage The holiday season is a time of sparkling celebrations, family gatherings and sizzling evenings. This year, treat your friends and family to the season's most scrump­ tious beverages, each so irresistible we call them temptations. The snappy Winter Punch blends spirits and spices with bubbling ginger ale - a holiday knock-out that will set your guests aglow. Winter Punch (24 Servings) 4 qts. cranapple juice 4 cinnamon sticks 1 tsp. whole cloves 1 qt. ginger ale 2-1/2 diips vodka Place * cinnamon ' and cloves in cheese cloth and heat with cranapple juice in large sauce pan; simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool- remove spice bag. Pour into punch bowl, add vodka and ginger ale. Float block of ice. Surround punch bowl with holly. Champagne sparkles in a sizzling mix of club soda, brandy and triple sec, in the Champagne Cup. Champagne Cup (Serves 8) 2 oz. triple sec 4 oz. brandy 8 tsp. superfine sugar 12 oz. club soda 1 qt. champagne, chilled Fill a glass punch bowl with ice cubes and mix in first four ingredients. Add champagne. Garnish with strawberries and orange wheels. Serve in punch glasses. When the party's over, the perfect way to end a festive evening is with special emerald fizz for two-and chestnuts roasting on an open fire. Emerald Fizz (Serves 1) l oz. green creme de men the 6-1/2 oz: chilled club soda Serve over crushed ice and garnish with a sprig of mint. about the program, please call Mrs. Ric (Lin; Schaefer of Crystal Lake. The Childbirth and Parenting Association of McHenry County, a group of concerned parents who strive to promote healthy and happy families, is sponsoring this program. Many services are offered to the community at large and to C.&P.A. members through educational programs, discussion groups for new moms and moms of tots, parties for children, playgroups and an in­ formative bimonthly newsletter. C.&P.A. is open to all interested parents. For more information about the group, call Mrs. David A. (Mary Jo) Lemke of Woodstock, or Mrs. Mitchell A. (Pat) Piech of Hebron. Luncheon Speaker DIP FOR FRUIT ' V/z cups cottage cheese 3 tbl. fruit juice 1 tsp. confectioners' sugar V* tsp. cinnamon. Vs tsp. cloves pineapple chunks, orange segments and other fresh fruits Beat cottage cheese with fruit juice in blender or mixer with fectioners' sugar, cinnamon and cloves until smooth and creamy. Chill. Serve as a dip surrounded by fresh fruits. Makes about one and one-third cups dip. KATHRYN RISS Womens Aglow Fellowship of Crystal Lake-McHenry will host a luncheon Thursday, Jan . 6 , a t 10 : 3 0 a.m., at John Evans Inn, Crystal Lake. Guest speaker will be Kathryn Riss, who currently serves as pastoral intern at Christian Life church in Mt. Prospect. Although a former atheist and political activist, Kathryn's search for truth ended when she responded to the message of Jesus' love and found her life completely transformed. She says, "There is no sin so great that Christ cannot forgive or any life beyond the reach of His love". The things which are impossible with men are possible with God. (Luke 18:27). The deadline for reservations is Sunday, Jan. 2. Call Mrs. Dale (Lois) Koss of McHenry or Mrs. James R. (Miki) Hayden of Crystal Lake. Rainbow-Ramblers Double Trouble The Rainbow-Ramblers will sponsor Double Trouble, their biggest dance of the year, including two halls and two callers. ^ Herb 'Whooo" Oesterle will call mainstream and the second hall in­ vites all beginners to try their luck with Don- Smith calling to the floor. Rounds by George and Joyce Kam- meref. The event will take place Sunday afternoon, Jan. 9, from 2 to 5 p.m., at the Wauconda Junior high on Slocum "and Osage in Wauconda. All square dancers from Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana are welcome. Refreshments jand prizes will be available. For more information call the Gentrys at 312-526-8907. Cervantes began writing Quixote" while in jail. 'Don m WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR THOUGHTFUL • DONATIONS AND ENTERTAINMENT THAT WAS PROVIDED THROUGHOUT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON. WE WISH EVERYONE A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR! THE RESIDENTS OF ROYAL TERRACE 803 ROYAL DR., McHENRY 344-2600