March 2016 Clark County HCE Newsletter

March 2016

Clark County Association for

Home & Community Education “The Grapevine” Growing Stronger—Reaching Wider

Caring To Make A Difference

Scholarships/Dates at a Glance Cover Page

HCE Donations Page 2

HCE Day Page 3

HCE Registration Page 4

Cultural Arts Page 5

Cultural Arts Registration Page 6

Cultural Arts Bonus Category Page 7

Club News Page 8

HCE Board Meeting Page 9

West District Invitation Page 10

Dates To Remember

MAR 15 Living Your Bucket List with Nancy Vance, at Loyal City Hall @ 10:00sm

MAR 16 Living Your Bucket List with Nancy Vance, at Clark County Auditorium @ 5:00pm

APR 4 Juneau County West District Meeting, Elroy WI

APR 16 HCE Day

MAY 3 Executive Board Meeting @ ADS in Greenwood at 6:00p.m.

MAY 3 Diverticular Disease, Neillsville Auditorium **Note Date has been changed!!

2016 Clark County Association for Home & Community Education

Scholarship

HCE Scholarships Available

Three $500 scholarships are being offered to college or technical school students, originally from Clark County or currently living in Clark County. The students applying for the scholarship must be in the process of, or have completed at least one year of higher education beyond high school, and must have 24 credits by June. According to HCE Scholarship Chairperson Sally Malm funds for the scholarships are made available through the Dairy Bar sales at the Clark County Fair.

Applications are available at:

UW-Extension Office 517 Court Street, Room 104 Neillsville, WI 54456-1982

or by calling 715-743-5121.

The application deadline is June 16, 2015

Mission Statement of the Wisconsin Association for Home and Community Education HCE Offers Opportunities for:

Learning in a social setting

Sharing what we learn

Caring to make a difference in our homes, communities, and the world

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HCE Day April 16th

HCE Day Donations Department of Aging

HCE Day will be here before we know it, so lets do some planning for our donations to help our Clark County Department of Aging and Disability Resource Center. I had a delightful conversation with Mary Sladich. Her enthusiasm is contagious! She currently has some needs that are out of the ordinary that we can help her fill:

Coffee Tea Canned meats Canned fruits in natural juice Oatmeal-plain Quick 1-Minute New bed pillows Towels Sets - light weight Clean, gently used towels would work Silverware - clean used

Currently some of her resources are:

Trinity Lutheran Church Loyal makes quilts. A quilting group makes beautiful pillowcases. Wildcat donates its old dishes.

If you know of a large or small resource that could help the Department of Aging, please contact Mary Sladich at 715-743-5144. She would be thrilled to hear from you. Mary mentioned the oldest adult she is working with will be 107 in April. So lets give the Department of Aging a boost! Thank You! Any questions, please call. International/Citizenship Committee Donna Koski 715-255-9443

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“From A to Z: We Are First Rate”“From A to Z: We Are First Rate”“From A to Z: We Are First Rate” HCE DAYHCE DAYHCE DAY

Saturday April 16, 2016 Saturday April 16, 2016 Saturday April 16, 2016

Trinity Lutheran Church Trinity Lutheran Church Trinity Lutheran Church 201 N West Street, Loyal201 N West Street, Loyal201 N West Street, Loyal

8:30am8:30am8:30am---1:30pm1:30pm1:30pm

**Remember to bring: plates, cup, and silverware.**Remember to bring: plates, cup, and silverware.**Remember to bring: plates, cup, and silverware.

Must Register by April 6, 2016 with PaymentMust Register by April 6, 2016 with PaymentMust Register by April 6, 2016 with Payment

The Heart

OF

IS YOU” !!!

Open to the PublicOpen to the PublicOpen to the Public A fun filled day with educational speakers, crafts, and food!A fun filled day with educational speakers, crafts, and food!A fun filled day with educational speakers, crafts, and food!

Join us for Potluck! View our Cultural Arts Crafts!Join us for Potluck! View our Cultural Arts Crafts!Join us for Potluck! View our Cultural Arts Crafts! There are Door Prizes!! There are Door Prizes!! There are Door Prizes!!

8:30am8:30am8:30am--- Coffee and registrationCoffee and registrationCoffee and registration

9:00am9:00am9:00am––– Welcome Joan Knack, HCE updatesWelcome Joan Knack, HCE updatesWelcome Joan Knack, HCE updates

9:30am9:30am9:30am––– 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am ––– Mini SessionsMini SessionsMini Sessions

10:45am10:45am10:45am––– 11:45am 11:45am 11:45am ––– Guest Speaker Guest Speaker Guest Speaker

11:45am11:45am11:45am––– 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm ––– Pot Luck Lunch Pot Luck Lunch Pot Luck Lunch

1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm --- 1:30pm1:30pm1:30pm––– Awards, Door Prizes, EvaluationsAwards, Door Prizes, EvaluationsAwards, Door Prizes, Evaluations

Guest Speaker: Guest Speaker: Guest Speaker: Sylvia Oberle “Slide Show on Rural Barn Architecture & Presentation of ‘Ice Age Trail’” Sylvia Oberle “Slide Show on Rural Barn Architecture & Presentation of ‘Ice Age Trail’” Sylvia Oberle “Slide Show on Rural Barn Architecture & Presentation of ‘Ice Age Trail’”

Mini Sessions Descriptions:Mini Sessions Descriptions:Mini Sessions Descriptions:

How, Who, What, When, Where of African Violets? - Margaret Hoffman Saintpaulias, commonly known as African violets, are a genus of 6–20 species of herbaceous perennial flowering plants in the family Gesneriaceae. Come join Margaret as she shows us the importance of how to plant an African violet, where to set it, and what soil to use. Class not limitedClass not limitedClass not limited–––no extra cost.no extra cost.no extra cost.

Paper Flower Decor - Deb Engelbretson Lush springtime flowers can bring cheer to anyone's day. Please join Deb while she demonstrates the Lush springtime flowers can bring cheer to anyone's day. Please join Deb while she demonstrates the Lush springtime flowers can bring cheer to anyone's day. Please join Deb while she demonstrates the creativity of a spring flower, by using paper punching and a canvas ring or bouquet. creativity of a spring flower, by using paper punching and a canvas ring or bouquet. creativity of a spring flower, by using paper punching and a canvas ring or bouquet. Extra cost $5.00 payable at doorExtra cost $5.00 payable at doorExtra cost $5.00 payable at door

ABC’s of Foods ABC’s of Foods ABC’s of Foods --- Sandy Fritz Sandy Fritz Sandy Fritz Nothing is like whisking together a “Make, Taste, & Take” meal! Join Sandy in creating a meal that is sure Nothing is like whisking together a “Make, Taste, & Take” meal! Join Sandy in creating a meal that is sure Nothing is like whisking together a “Make, Taste, & Take” meal! Join Sandy in creating a meal that is sure to attract. You will be making: Roasted Brussel Sprouts with cranberries and almonds, Blueberry French to attract. You will be making: Roasted Brussel Sprouts with cranberries and almonds, Blueberry French to attract. You will be making: Roasted Brussel Sprouts with cranberries and almonds, Blueberry French Toast, and Cranberry Fluff Salad. You can take some home or we can put it out for potluck. Toast, and Cranberry Fluff Salad. You can take some home or we can put it out for potluck. Toast, and Cranberry Fluff Salad. You can take some home or we can put it out for potluck.

Extra cost $4.00 payable at the doorExtra cost $4.00 payable at the doorExtra cost $4.00 payable at the door...

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____________________________________ _____________________________ Name Phone number

______________________________________ Address

Check One That Applies: Cost For Day

Club Members _____________________ $2.00 plus Dish to pass

2016 Member at large $2.00 plus Dish to pass Non-member attending HCE Day Only $2.00 plus Dish to pass

Non-member wanting to join (Dues to be Paid) $2.00 plus Dish to pass

Non-member being sponsored by a club ___________________ $2.00 plus Dish to pass List Club Please

HCE Member from Neighboring County ____________________ $2.00 plus Dish to pass List County Please

Neighboring County Presidents _____________________________ FREE List county Please

Choose your Mini Session Descriptions Page Three Place 1 by your first choice, 2 by second choice and 3, by third choice. Seating is first come first serve basis.

Complete and Mail to:

HCE Day Registration Attn: Lois Becker, Treasurer

N8094 County Road K Loyal, WI 54446

How, Who, What, Why, Where, of African Violets? - Margaret Hoffman

Paper Flower Decor - Deb Engelbretson-$5.00 payable at the door

ABC’s of Foods - Sandy Fritz -$4.00 payable at the door

“From A to Z: We Are First Rate”“From A to Z: We Are First Rate”“From A to Z: We Are First Rate” HCE DAYHCE DAYHCE DAY

Saturday April 16, 2016 Saturday April 16, 2016 Saturday April 16, 2016

Trinity Lutheran Church Trinity Lutheran Church Trinity Lutheran Church 201 N West Street, Loyal201 N West Street, Loyal201 N West Street, Loyal

8:30am8:30am8:30am---1:30pm1:30pm1:30pm

**Remember to bring: plates, cup, and silverware.**Remember to bring: plates, cup, and silverware.**Remember to bring: plates, cup, and silverware.

Must Register by April 6, 2016 with PaymentMust Register by April 6, 2016 with PaymentMust Register by April 6, 2016 with Payment

The Heart

OF

IS YOU” !!!

List Club Please

March 2016 Clark County HCE Newsletter

1. Paintings/Drawings

Framed or Wrapped A. Oil

B. Acrylic

C. Water Color

D. Other

2. Photography (note Rule #10) A. Color – Landscape

B. Color – Waterscape

C. Color – Plants

D. Color – Animals

E. Color – People F. Color – Skyscape

G. Black and White

H. Other

3. Sewing

A. Children’s Wear B. Adult Wear

C. Original Design

D. Wearable Art

E. Useful Sewn Item

F. Purse or Tote G. Pillows

H. Sewn item made from re-

cycled materials

I. Other

4. Knitting A. Wearable Item

B. Afghan

C. Other

5. Crocheting A. Wearable Item

B. Doily/Dresser Scarf

C. Afghan

D. Other

6. Hand Stitching A. Plastic Canvas

B. Embroidery

C. Counted Cross Stitch

D. Other

7. Crafts (note Rule #12)

A. Cards–paper only-6

B. Cards–mixed media-6

C. Scrapbooking

D. Craft made from recycled

materials E. Handcrafted doll/toy

F. Glass craft

G. Other

8. Heritage Skills

A. Hardanger

B. Tatting C. Woodworking

D. Basketry

E Spinning/Weaving

F. Felting

G Swedish Weaving

H. Rug Making I. Original published book

J. Other

9. Bed Quilts (Larger than 60” x 80”

or 4,800 square inches)

A. Tied

B. Hand quilted Machine Quilted by You: C. Pieced

D. Appliqued

E. Embroidered

Machine Quilted Professionally: F. Pieced

G. Appliquéd

H. Embroidered

I. Any other Bed Quilt

10. Lap/Baby Quilt (Smaller than

60” x 80” or 4,800 square inches)

A. Tied

B. Hand-quilted

Machine Quilted By You C. Pieced D. Appliquéd

E. Embroidered

Machine Quilted Professionally F. Pieced

G Appliquéd

H. Embroidered I. Any other lap quilt

11. Quilted Wall Hanging (NO

Frame) -- One (1) item only no

longer than 50 inches A. Hand Quilted, fabric

B. Machine Quilted, fabric

C. Other i.e., - collage of as-

sembled materials or

mixed media

12. Table Topper/Runner

A. Hand Quilted

B. Machine Quilted C. Other

13. Jewelry

A. Bracelet

B. Necklace C. Other

14. Constructed Original Item

A. Clay/Pottery

B. Wood

C. Other

15. Painted Objects

A. China

B. Glass C. Fabric

D. Wood

E. Other

Poem, Essay, Short Story/Play

must accompany this form. Include 3

copies, stapled individually if

multiple pages.

Do not count “a”, “an”, and “the” for

either essays or short stories. (Refer to Rule # 7 on Guidelines.)

16. Poem

17. Essay Original, 1 topic; 250-500 words

18. Short Story/Play

19. Original that has beginning,

middle and end

3,000 words or less

19. Bonus Category – “Let’s Make

Music”. Details on next page.

ENTRIES DUE BY AUGUST 1, 2016

Send registrations and written entries to: Veronica Sustar N2894 Overgaard Road Mauston, WI 53948 608-847-1140 E-mail: va914@yahoo.com

Cultural Arts

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Wisconsin Association for Home & Community Education, Inc. Cultural & Textile Arts Show

2016 Guidelines

1. Pre-registration is required for ALL items, including Bonus Category. Due by August 1, 2016.

2. Note: County Chairman -- If you want verification that your registrations were received, include

e-mail address or self-addressed stamped postcard.

3. Only one entry on each registration form. SEND ALL FORMS TOGETHER IMMEDIATELY AFTER COUNTY SHOW.

4. Any items NOT pre-registered will NOT be judged or displayed. Category changes will be made only by judge.

5. All work must be done by entrant and completed after last year’s show. It must receive a first place at this year’s county show or fair. All items must be clean or laundered or will be disqualified by the judge.

6. Each county may enter a total of 11 items from 1-15 and 1 from 16-18 plus one Bonus Category which must be registered in Category 19. A county cannot have duplicate entries in any lettered sub-category.

7. Three copies of poems, essays, and short stories/plays must accompany the registration forms. Must not be

framed or in book form. Staple a cover sheet with the category/title which is to be centered on the entry. Name should appear only on the back side.

8. All entries in categories 16, 17, and 18 must be typed. Use plain paper and 12 pitch font. Author must

sign permission form if they agree to have their piece printed in HCE Update.

9. Kits and patterns may be used as long as entrant does all the work.

10. Photography must be an 8” x 10” photograph -- unmatted only -- put into an 8½” x 11” plastic sleeve – slip in

tag board or cardboard behind picture. Double-sided tape will hold picture to your tag board. Photographs matted or framed will be disqualified.

11. If bringing an easel for your painting or drawing--Be sure to securely tape a label with name, district

and county.

12. Six (6) Cards without envelopes must be mounted as a group on a flat sturdy display board no larger than 14” x 22” or they will be disqualified.

13. WAHCE is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any loss or damage of items on display.

Color Coding for Registration Forms by Districts:

Central – White Northeast – Yellow Northwest – Light Blue Southeast – Green Southwest – Orange West – Pink

Entry Day: Items may be brought in Sunday (9/11) from 6:30-8PM or Monday (9/12) 8-11:30 am. Judging

will begin at 12:30PM. All entries will receive a placing. Members may view for 1 hour after the

evening activity on Monday. Hours on Tuesday for viewing will be announced or posted.

Registration Form Claim Check

Category/Class (example 2D) Category/Class (example 2D)

County: District County: District

Name Name

Address Address

City/Zip City/Zip

E-mail: E-mail:

Phone # Phone #

Title or Description Title or description:

Are you bringing an easel? o Yes or o No Are you bringing an easel? o Yes or o No

People’s Choice’s #

Signature required for WAHCE authority to print copies of poems, essays and short stories/plays. Author’s Signature: Date:

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19. Bonus Category – Let’s Make Music

For the past four years our "Bonus" contest has been

greeted with a lot of excitement and participation. We decided to do it again. This year we're celebrating with Let’s Make Music.

The bonus category is just for fun!! Note: There is a size restriction. Base no larger than 10” x 10” with a maximum height of 20”.

Here are the rules to enter:

The display you use for your creation is of your choice.

You can use any media to construct your entry. As with any Cultural Arts entries, your entry should be judged in some way at the County

level. Please bring only one entry from each county. The entry will be turned in with your other Cultural Arts entries and will be put on display

somewhere in the conference center.

This will not be a judged category – instead – the “Music” item will be voted on by those attending the conference. Each person will receive a “vote slip” in their packets when they register for the 2016 WAHCE State Conference. Then it will be up to all attending to choose

the best looking entry. We hope all counties will like the idea and join in the fun.

If you have any questions about the 2016 Cultural Arts show, please contact me. Thank you!

Veronica Sustar N2894 Overgaard Road

Mauston, WI 53948 Phone: 608-847-1140

Email: va914@yahoo.com

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HCE WEST DISTRICT SPRING MEETING

Swing into Spring

Monday, April 4, 2016 Elroy American Legion Hall 402 Franklin St., Elroy, WI

Schedule: 9:15 a.m. Registration -- Morning Refreshments 9:45 a.m. Welcome -- Creed & Roll Call 10:00 a.m. Business Meeting 10:30 Break

10:45 “Sentimental Journey” Suann Degenhardt, Kathy Garner and JoAnn Blonien 11:45 Lunch 12:30 International Medical Mission – Sharon Rosine 1:30 Invitation to 2016 Fall District Meeting 1:45 Wrap-up, Door Prizes, Basket Raffle 2:00 Adjourn

Each County HCE is asked to bring a Basket of Goodies for the Basket Raffle. Cost is $12.00 per person Reservations are due on March 25, 2016 All registrations are non-refundable – only transferable.

HCE West District Spring Meeting April 4, 2016

Name(s) _____________________________________________________________________ County: ______________________________________________________________________

Total Number Attending _________ x $12.00 = $ ______ Please make checks payable to: Juneau County HCE and send to: Helen Petrowitz N2567 Hwy 58 Mauston, WI 53928

Directions to Elroy American Legion Hall: You will be entering Elroy on Hwy. 71, 80 or 82. Follow Hwy. 71, 80 & 82 into the main part of Elroy. Turn left at Royal Bank onto Franklin Street. American Legion Hall will be on your right in the 2

nd block on Franklin Street. Parking available on the street and in parking lot behind the building.

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Club News

Candlelight: Candlelight Homemakers-February 16, 2016. Heard a speaker on “Shirley’s House of Hope” given by Julie. It was interesting information on a place in Marshfield that takes in mentally and physically abused women and children. Old Business: brochures were passed out on family records from last months meetings, also information on Homeland Security. New Business: Several articles were read by members. 1. Cure of feet & how diabetes can affect the nerve endings in your feet, a disease know as neuropathy. 2. Nine condiments to have on hand that can lower your risks of various diseases like cardiovascular disease, fights aging, boost memory, lowers blood levels, curbs appetites, and can guard against cancer—some mentioned were: ketchup, cinnamon, black pepper, hot sauce and several others herbs & spices. Pat Mrotek mentioned mailing of Aging Newsletter on Feb. 22 Lone Pine– February 17, 2016-Roll call was “favorite bird.” Project was given by violet Roth & Rosemary Sloniker. Margaret Artz gave a report on the history of Presidents’ play. Marie Kaiser gave a report on “Healthy year than ever.” HCE days were discussed. Lone Pine will help with registrations. Next meeting on March 16th at Rosemary Sloniker home. Hilltop– February 23, 2016 Roll call-member brought items for raffle basket to be donated to “Tea at Tuffs.” New Business-Arlene, Audrey, and Cindy are going to the Daytripper's Theater on March 3rd. Arlene shard the “Update” with club members. She also suggested to have Daina Shilts as guest speaker at a meeting. Daina is a local athlete who recently won a bronze medal at the X-games in Aspen. Bus trip to Chanhassen’s is schedule for June 8th. Beauty and the Beast is playing. To reserve seats please contact Carol Zickert or Deb Holman. Cost is $85.00 also sign up in pairs is preferred. Safety-making streets safer, especially for bikers and pedestrians, as fatalities are on the rise. Drivers need to slow down and be aware of their surroundings. Int/Cit– Kathleen shard an article on Holly Nysech-Brehr; a Neillsville High School graduate. She worked and studied in countries where Genocide is a problem. Studies show that genocide can be predicted and maybe prevented. Holly is currently a Professor of Sociology at Ohio State. FHN: Peggy provided booklets for each member. “A checklist for New Caregivers.” Next Meeting—March 23rd at UCC.

Change of Date!

The Diverticular Disease schedule on May 24 has been changed to: Tuesday May 3 at 10:00a.m.

Hilltop HCE

The Tea at Tuffs Committee wants to thank you for your generous

donation to “Tea at Tuffs”

Thank you ladies.

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Mission Statement of the Wisconsin Association for Home and Community Education

HCE Offers Opportunities for: Learning in a social setting

Sharing what we learn

Caring to make a difference in our homes, communities, and the world

HCE Board Meeting March 1st, 2016

Meeting was called to order at 6:20 p.m. by Joan Knack at the home of Mary Kipp. Members present

were: Joan Knack-President; Joanne Trunkel-Vice-President for Family and Community Outreach; Lois

Becker-Treasurer; Cindy Craig- Marketing/Membership and Dairy Bar Coordinator; Diana Schuette-WI

Bookworm TM coordinator; and Mary Kipp-Secretary. The Secretary's report from February 4 was read

and placed on file. The Treasurer's report was read and placed on file.

DIRECTOR REPORTS: Joanne Trunkel, Vice -President for Family and Community Outreach reported that

the Comfort Cart Quilts were finished on February 4. Lois Becker reported on the cost of the fleece and

other materials for the quilts in addition to the materials which were donated. Joanne Trunkel made a

motion with a second by Cindy Craig that Lois Becker be reimbursed $75.00 toward the cost of materials

for the quilts. Motion carried.

WI BOOKWORM TM COORDINATORE: Diana Schuette, reported on her idea to use some of the remaining

books from the Program. She suggested a story time at the fair in the 4-H Building for two days during the

fair. The children who participated would then receive a book. It was agreed by the Board Members that

this would be a worthwhile project and would give good exposure to the WI Bookworm TM Program.

Diana will contact the Clark Co. Fair Board about the idea. Joanne Trunkel stated Clark Co. HCE is again

eligible to apply for funds for the WI Bookworm TM Program from the KSKJ.

HCE DAY: Will be held on April 16 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Loyal. The Registration and Cultural

Arts forms are in the Newsletter. Donations will be given this year to the Clark Co. Office on Aging.

Suggested items are listed in the Newsletter. Arrangements will be made for a representative of the new

ARTS CENTER in Neillsville to give a short presentation about the center during the lunch. The main

speaker for the day will be Sylvia Oberle. She will talk on the Ice Age Trails and have a slide show on rural

barn architecture. Mini sessions will include a Paper Flower Decor by Deb Engelbretson; African violets by

Mary Hoffman, and ABC's of Foods by Sandy Fritz.

COMMITTEE REPORTS: Scholarship-Change to Standing Rules: Lois Becker made a motion with a second

from Diana Schuette to make the following change. "All Executive Board Members and Committee

Chairpersons, who attend the State Conference, may receive $150.00 toward the cost of attending

the Conference. All other HCE Members may receive $100.00 toward the cost attending the Conference."

Motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS: The West District Meeting will be held on April 4 in Elroy at the American Legion Hall.

Meeting was adjoured at 7:30 p.m.

Submitted by:

Mary Kipp, Secretary