HCE Connection Manitowoc County Association of Home and Community Education

February 2017- March 2017

President’s Letter…

The New Year is amongst us and hope it has started

well for everyone. It has been cold for sure but we do live in

Wisconsin and it was going to happen. The holidays are over

and many of you were busy, but now is time to get back into a

HCE frame of mind.

I hope everyone is working on their projects for cultural

arts. I am entering something this year, which is going to be

interesting for me because I have not done it before. I was

always so scared because I am not the craftiest person, but it is

time to give it a try. I’m not promising anything but it will be

there.

The codes for the HCE hours are in the newsletter

because several people have asked for them. It is helpful when

we are calculating the hours. If you are not sure, just leave the

hours without a code and we will place it where it belongs.

These are hours that are dedicated to HCE events or activities.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Our Focus Studies are planned for the year. The

Community Outreach for the year is The Crossings, a

pregnancy program, located in Manitowoc that helps young

women who need assistance with a pregnancy and parenting

issues. They are accepting various donations. They are

starting a home for young women who do not have anywhere

to go during this time and need some kitchen items for it and

also items for the boutique at The Crossings. Food staples,

cleaning supplies and personal care items are among the items

needed.

Our February focus is “Are We Allergic to What We

Eat” with Abbey Bubolz and will only be at 1:00 PM. March

focus study is “Keeping Our Brain Fit as We Age” with Kim

Jackquart Franzen from UW Extension. Our April focus Study

is the Manitowoc County K-9 Unit and will be at 1:00pm only

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also. Looking forward to learning to put to daily use in my

life.

Again, thank you to everyone for being part of our

organization and continuing to learn and apply what we need to

our daily lives. We can always use extra help with projects and

on the board. New people bring new ideas and that can only

help our group grow and continue to have an impact in the

community. To a great 2017 for all.

Sincerely submitted Amy Kohlmann

Tue. Jan 24 Executive Board Meeting

MCOC Room 111

1 PM

Wed. Feb. 1

Study Focus: Are We Allergic to What

We Eat?

MCOC Room 300

1 PM Only

(Lunch Bunch- Room 111 noon to 1 PM)

Wed. March 1

Study Focus: Keeping Our Brain Fit as

We Age

1 PM and 6 PM

MCOC Room 300

(Lunch Bunch-Room 111 noon to 1 PM)

Tue. March 28

HCE Board Meeting

1 PM

MCOC Room 111

Wed. April 5

Study Focus: Manitowoc County K-9

MCOC Room 300

1 PM Only

(Lunch Bunch-Room 111 noon to 1 PM)

HCE Dates to Remember

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Wed. April 19

Spring NE District Meeting

Seven Lakes Golf Course

Registration 8:30 AM

Meeting 9:15 AM

Tue. May 2

Cultural Arts Judging

MCOC Room 300

Registration due April 26

Projects due May 1

Wed. May 3

Salad Supper

First Reformed United Church

Date: February 1st

Time: 1:00PM only

Location: UW Extension Office

Presenter: Abbey Bubolz

Description: Holy Family

Memorial Dietitian, Abbey

Bubolz, will help shed some light

on a topic that can be confusing. Learn about food allergies

and intolerances as well as practical tips for managing special

dietary needs.

February Study Focus:

Are We Allergic to What We Eat?

HCE Dates to Remember

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Date: March 1st

Time: 1:00PM and 6:00PM

Location: UW Extension Office

Presenter: Kim Jackquart Franzen,

Dementia Care Specialist

Description: Besides a nourishing diet,

what is needed to keep our brain fit?

Kim, from Aging and Disability Resource Center of the

Lakeshore, will share information that may encourage members

to change their lifestyle.

Date: April 5th

Time: 1:00PM Only

Presenter: Keto

Description: We will have the honor of

watching Keto and his handler, Lieutenant

Cummings. They are an important part of

keeping Manitowoc County Safe.

It is time to start thinking about the Salad Supper, May 3rd at

the First Reformed United Church of Christ, on Waldo Blvd.

South and West Centers are hosting this year. Baskets for

silent auction and proceeds to the scholarship fund are always

needed. Have a great Winter and we look forward to Spring.

South Center- Ellen Stecker & Helen Isaacson-

Co-Chairmen

March Study Focus:

Keeping Our Brain Fit as We Age

April Study Focus:

Manitowoc County K-9 Unit

Salad Supper Association Meeting

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New Member: Welcome Corrine Schneider! Corrine was born and

raised in the town of Cato. She works as a head cook at MHC and

also volunteers at her church. She loves working with raise dough.

Corrine heard about HCE from other members.

Reminder: Annual club dues are $13 per club member. The

deadline was December 1st. Please contact County Association

Treasurer if you must register.

Enrollment: Our membership is down to about 135. Please ask

your relatives and friends to join HCE. Remember “Each one bring

one”. We have wonderful meetings with many opportunities for

leadership as well. Volunteers for Reading Buddies and Well Water

Screening are always welcome.

Be sure to attend the “Lunch Bunch” at noon before the 1PM Study

Focus meetings. Continue to wear your HCE pins and clothing

please.

Shirley Oswald, M&M

Commitment: Please track your time invested in HCE activities

from June 1, 2016 to May 31, 2017. Indicate the event code as well

as the description. Please include club meetings, study focus

meetings, community service…etc. We will compile the information

collected from all current members and submit to WAHCE.

Event Codes:

1- County HCE Spring Event

2- County HCE Fall Event

3- County HCE Educational Sessions

4- County HCE Executive Board Meetings

5- HC Club Meetings

6- HCE District Meetings

7- HCE State Meetings

8- Community Outreach and Other Activities

Marketing and Membership

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2016-2017 HCE Time and Commitment Log

Name: ______________________________________

Club Member: Individual Member:

Club Name: ________________________________________

Please track all your time invested in HCE activities from June 1,

2016 to May 31, 2017. We will compile the information collected

from all current members and submit to WAHCE. Please include

club meetings, study focus meetings, community service, etc.

Date Event Hours

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Cultural Arts

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Cultural and Textile Arts Show Registration Form Pre-registration required by April 20, 2017

Name Phone________________ Address __________________________________________________ Club Name_________________________________________________

Item Registered Category _______________ Item Registered Category _______________ Item Registered Category _______________ Item Registered Category _______________ Item Registered Category _______________ Item Registered Category _______________ Item Registered Category _______________

Send completed registration to: Judy Yanda, Cultural Arts Committee

Chairperson, 6131 Old Y, Maribel, WI 54227

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Ardith McDowell International Scholarship

The Ardith McDowell International Scholarship was established to

honor Ardith, a long-time member of the Wisconsin Association for

Home and Community Education, Inc (WAHCE), as retiring Letter

Friend Coordinator for Associated Country Women of the World

(ACWW) for eight and a half years. During that time Ardith

matched 648 women to write to each other from 230 societies in 42

countries all over the world. This scholarship is available to

WAHCE members only, for travel to a WAHCE supported

international project. It may be received only once in three years,

and is to be used for travel expenses. The application is due June

1st to the Scholarship Chair.

Memorial Leadership Scholarship

The Memorial Leadership Scholarship was established through a

memorial from the Betty Hilbert estate and the monies from the

WAHCE Legacy Fund. This scholarship ($200) is to be used to

encourage members of WAHCE to seek leadership training so they

may become capable, willing and enthusiastic leaders in the

organization. This scholarship is available to WAHCE members

only for registration to a leadership program. (Members of the

WAHCE State Board are not eligible.) The application is due June

30th to the Scholarship Chair and may be used for leadership

opportunities during the previous months from the last Scholarship,

as well as to upcoming leadership opportunities.

Student Scholarship

The Manitowoc County Association for Home and Community

Education will award two $500 scholarships annually. Applicants

Scholarship Information

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may be seniors in high school or college students continuing their

education. Applicants must be sons, daughters, or grandchildren of a

current Manitowoc County Association for Home and Community

Education member. This scholarship can be used for any field of

advanced study. The deadline to apply is April 1st of the current

year.

Ruth B. Sayre Scholarship

This $500 general education scholarship is available to a woman

who is a resident of North or South America, who shows financial

need, and has the ability to complete her education. The deadline to

apply is March 1st of the current year.

The HCE organization received a

“thank you” note from the

Salvation Army for the pillowcases

that the “Stitches of Love” donated

for their Christmas party. Over

100 pillowcases were delivered. A

“thank you” card was also received

from The Crossing for the baby hat

donations.

With the long winter days upon us,

it is time to get that sewing

machine up and running. There

are lots of kits for pillowcases and

Little Dresses for Africa available

at the UW Extension Office.

Stitches of Love

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Other projects you might consider are sewing, knitting, crocheting,

or tying a fleece lap robe. Suggested sizes: 30”-36” x 42”-48”.

Fabric quilts should have two sides. A filler (an old sheet or

batting) can be used.

We are always looking for more cotton fabric, ¼” elastic and

double fold seam binding to fill the kits. Cash donations are

always welcome if you don’t sew.

Please continue to knit or sew cancer hats for chemo patients.

Yarn and cash donations are appreciated for this project as well.

Over 40 dresses were sent to Louisiana after the flooding. Thanks

to all who sew those dresses for children in need. It's not just girls

in Africa who need a new dress to wear! Girls in America can find

themselves looking for clothing also.

Questions may be called in to:

Shirley Oswald: 920-682-4234

Janet Wesener: 920-894-7209

Ann DeMark: 920-682-0202

Our focus for our 2017 Community Outreach will be “The

Crossing of Manitowoc County”. The mission of The Crossing is to

offer life-affirming help to women and men facing unplanned

pregnancies, to provide services that will strengthen families- teen

parents as well as other families in need of support. Their primary

concern is for the children; enabling parents to better provide for,

nurture and give value to their families.

Community Outreach 2017

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“Earn While You Learn” is the program they offer that helps

prepare current and expecting parents with educational videos about

prenatal development, infant health, parenting techniques and life

skills. The parents earn “dollars” that can be redeemed for baby

supplies and clothing from The Boutique and Pantry. We will help

stock the shelves by providing needed items. These items include:

Infant & Toddler Care: Diapers, especially sizes 3-4-5;

Huggies if possible because some children are sensitive to other

brands, Baby Wipes, Diaper Cream, Baby Shampoo, Formula

(Gerber Brand “Good Start”, and gently used clothing up to size 6x.

Household Items: Toilet paper, Paper towel, Napkins,

Kleenex, Baggies (all sizes), Laundry soap, Hand soap, Dish soap,

Aluminum foil, Plastic wrap, etc.

Personal Care Items: Deodorant, Toothpaste and

Toothbrushes, Hair brushes, Body wash, Body Lotion, Razors,

Shampoo and Conditioner, Feminine Hygiene products, etc.

Another opportunity to help is by supplying the kitchen in

“The Crossing HOME”, which opened recently and is designed to

offer young women, pregnant or with small children, the chance to

turn their lives around by teaching them life skills so they can live on

their own. Items needed include basic staple foods, canned goods,

baking goods, spices. Also needed are new or gently used dishes,

utensils, bake ware, flatware, cookware, pots and pans and small

appliances.

If you have any questions, please call Cindy Christianson at

775-4010. Thank You for your help.

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If anyone has the square glass

salt or pepper shakers and are

not using them, consider

donating them for our fall

project. Either leave them at the

office or give me a call.

Jan Siewert 920-755-4441

or Judy Yanda 920-609-4076

Vicki Forner

Age 73

Ever Readies

11/10/2016

Doris Cherney

Age 84

Individual Member

11/28/2016

In Loving Memory

Fall Cultural Arts

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How is Your Family

Coping with Mental Illness

Information provided by the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –

Holy Family Memorial.

Each year millions of people are diagnosed with mental

illness. Family members commonly feel an overwhelming

sense of helplessness and anxiety and may secretly blame

themselves for the mental illness, believing that something

they did caused it. Since family members are often the key

to successful intervention, helping them cope is crucial to

helping those with mental illness. Use the following tips to

empower your ability to cope and intervene:

Learn about mental illness and its signs and symptoms.

Avoid falling into traps of shame and guilt. Reach out

for support from professionals or self-help groups.

Don’t ignore the needs of children. Let them know

they are not to blame for the mental illness and

provide information suitable to their ability to

understand.

Understand the patient’s responsibility for managing

the illness.

Take care of yourself! Schedule activities that are fun

and also make sure you have social support.

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The April/May Newsletter deadline is

March 1st

UW Extension will no longer accept articles after

the deadline. NO EXCEPTIONS. UW Extension

would like to continue providing this newsletter

service to HCE, but with limited staff resources, it is

necessary for HCE to follow these deadlines so that

UWEX may schedule to complete the newsletter in a

timely manner.

If possible, please submit articles electronically by

emailing them to

Amandacordova@co.manitowoc.wi.us

An EEO/Affirmative Action employer, University of Wisconsin-Extension provides equal opportunities in

employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA requirements. Please make requests for

reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to educational programs as early as possible preceding

the scheduled program, service or activity.

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