November 2016 Cooperative Extension Service Hardin County 201 Peterson Drive Elizabethtown, KY 42701-9370 (270) 765-4121 Fax: (270) 769-0426 extension.ca.uky.edu Hello Homemakers! It is FINALLY feeling like fall. Thank goodness! We have a lot of things coming up that hopefully means I ll be seeing several of you. For one, a council meeting on the 7th; for another, the HOLIDAY BAZAAR that Saturday, Nov.12! The flyer for the bazaar is later in this newsletter please pass it out! Hang it somewhere! If you need or want more flyers, please don t hesitate to ask. We will print you as many as you think you can hang up in town. We want a big attendance! For those of you who will sign up to bring baked goods and make soups and man the kitchen, thank you in advance. It is because of your dedication that things like this happen, and I am so grateful. Even if you aren't able to contribute to the Bazaar (it s okay if you cannot), please stop by and purchase some gifts for yourself or your loved ones, and tell your friends to stop by too! That will help even more. Keep in mind a few other upcoming things like the President s luncheon, and Homemaker deadlines for dues and contests. In addition, congratulations to everyone who participated in and won on the county and/or area level of Cultural Arts. I had several people compliment your work!! I ll leave you with the picture of the fantastic group of ladies who attended area annual meeting in Nelson County in mid-october (it s on the next page so it would fit better). We had a great time! Stay safe and stay warm, and I m looking forward to seeing each of you throughout November. Homemaker Dues are due to the Extension office November 1. Next Council Meeting Monday, November 7 10:00 a.m.
All classes listed will be held at the Hardin County Cooperative Extension Service, 201 Peterson Drive, Elizabethtown unless otherwise noted. Call 270-765-4121 to RSVP or with questions, comments or concerns. Peppermint Express (Acrylic 7-1/2 x 16 1/4 Masonite sled) Painting Class Friday, November 18 10:00-2:00 p.m. Cost: 25.00 (includes ALL supplies) Instructor: Byrle Thomas Capture the fun and love that every one has for snowmen on this keepsake sled. A great gift or decoration. Class size is limited. Registration deadline is November 11. [Hand or Machine Embroidery] Group meets on 4th Thursday of the month from 10: a.m. to 2:00 p.m. POC: Mary Logsdon 270-668-7603 Bring a project, machine, show & tell, and/or questions if you need assistance with anything. Classes can be arranged if there is enough interest. HAPPY TO ALL!! November Homemaker Lesson: Class Is Open To Everyone!! Building a strong family takes time and effort. Strong families are unified through deep emotional connections with each other, a sense of belonging in the family system, Open Sewing Day Visit Open Sewing Day on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 8:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. at the Hardin County Extension Office, 201 Peterson Drive, Elizabethtown You don t need a reservation just show up, bring a project and have fun! *Note: On the 1st Thursday of the month we will have a Master Clothing Volunteer available between 1-4 p.m. to assist with your sewing projects. Call 270-765-4121 with any questions. Presented by Jennifer Bridge Meade County FCS Agent Thursday, November 3 at 1:30 pm ET and healthy relationships between members. Participants will: identify primary assets to help families develop and maintain healthy relationships; learn how to establish family traditions while maintaining expectations for all family members; learn to adapt to challenges as a family; and learn to connect families & communities. Class will be held at the Hardin County Extension Office 270-765-4121
All classes listed will be held at the Hardin County Cooperative Extension Service, 201 Peterson Drive, Elizabethtown unless otherwise noted. Call 270-765-4121 to RSVP or with questions, comments or concerns. Beginning Quilt Class Basic Machine Quilting Class Saturday, Jan 28 9:30-4:30 Cost: $20.00 Instructor: Patty Pruitt A great way to start the new year. Come and learn the basics of quilting as you make this one block. We will cover all of the basics you need to get started. (Ex: thread, needles, rotary cutters/rulers/mats and much more.) You will learn to cut and piece accurately. Tuesday, February 7 9:30 am 1:30 pm or 5:30 pm 9:30 pm Cost: $ 15.00 Instructor: Patti Pruitt Bring lunch and/or snack. Have you wanted to start machine quilting but not sure where to even begin? This class will look at what you need to know to get started. We will discuss different methods of marking, how to properly prepare your quilt and so much more. Class size is limited. Class size is limited. Supply list will be given at registration. Supply list will be given at registration. Registration deadline is January 20, 2017 Registration deadline is January 31. What a great participation from Hardin County Homemakers at the LTA Meeting. 16 Blue Ribbons were won by Hardin County Homemakers at the Cultural Arts Exhibit at the Area Meeting
Apparel Novelty Baby Bunting (pink) Carmel Pike, Rineyville Club Basic Sewing Dress, black w. polka dots Carmel Pike, Rineyville Club Accessory Infinity scarf (pastel) Carmel Pike, Rineyville Club Ceramics Hand-formed Jar Head Brenda Heaton, Dixie Club County & Area Molded Welcome Sign Winona Skees, Rineyville Club County & Area Pre-made Fireplace Christmas Rosemarie Yates, Rineyville Club County & Area Crochet Yarn Pink Hat +Shawl Carmel Pike, Rineyville Club County & Area Thread Ecru Doily Lorine Horn, White Mills Club Drawing Pen & Ink w. Oil Rouging Bench w. baskets Diane McCamish, Cecilia Club County & Area Pencil-Color Bird (Chickadee) Diane McCamish, Cecilia Club County & Area Embroidery Crewel Table Topper (w. flowers) Lorine Horn, White Mills Club Holiday Decorations Spring Bunny Banner Diane McCamish-Cecilia Club Summer Flower Wreath w. yellow flowers Nora Sweat, Cecilia Club Winter Music Wreath Bettye Mae Raymer, White Mills Club Jewelry Crochet Necklace w. pink pearls Carmel Pike, Rineyville Club Beaded Bracelet w. pink pearls Carmel Pike, Rineyville Club Painting, Art Oil Iris, purple + yellow Byrle Thomas, Cecilia Club Acrylic Stairs, w. flowers Byrle Thomas, Cecilia Club County & Area Water Color Umbrellas Diane McCamish, Cecilia Club County & Area Painting, Decorative Wood Wooden eggs, set of 7 Anna Miserendino, Vine Grove Club County & Area Metal Fruit Tree Byrle Thomas, Cecilia Club County & Area Photography Black & White Barn Nora Sweat, Cecilia Club Color Wooden Blocks Rita Johnson, Cecilia Club Pillows Yellow + black polka dots Carmel Pike, Rineyville Club Quilts To All Hand Pieced (hand quilted) Blue + White Lorine Horn, White Mills Club Machine Pieced (hand quilted) Civil War Reproduction Connie Kinkade, Mailbox Member County & Area Novelty (hand quilted) Table Runner, Christmas Connie Kinkade, Mailbox Member County & Area Recycled Art Clothing Childs Shirt + Hat (blue) Carmel Pike, Rineyville Club County & Area Scrapbooking, Heritage Layout Daughters/Siblings Nora Sweat, Cecilia Club County & Area Family Layout I love my Grandkids Brenda Elmore, White Mills Club Miscellaneous Layout Valentines Day Brenda Elmore, White Mills Club Collage Layout West Hardin HS 50 yrs. Nora Sweat, Cecilia Club Wall or Door Hanging, Fabric Santa w. horse Diane McCamoish, Cecilia Club County & Area Miscellaneous Stained glass mirror Brenda Heaton, Dixie Club
Dear Homemakers, The busiest season is upon us, and many of you may be ready for it. But if you need more gifts or foods for family and friends, please come to the Annual Hardin County Homemaker Holiday Bazaar where you will find delicious foods and fabulous crafts. A big thank you goes out to all who helped with the Cultural Arts Exhibit on October 12 at the CES auditorium - Byrle Thomas, Cultural Arts Chair, judges - Nora Sweat, Pat Wilson, Carl McKinley, also Fran Hodges and Dayna Parrett. Our artists brought several blue ribbons home from the Lincoln Trail Area Annual Homemaker Meeting. Congratulations to all who participated in the Cultural Arts Exhibit. Hardin County Homemakers, you, are to be commended for the great turnout at the Lincoln Trail Annual Meeting. Thank you! Thank you! It was wonderful to see so many of you. Don t forget: 1. Please let Martha Thomas (Rineyville) know how much we appreciate all her tremendous effort to attain a bus, hotel and events for an adventurous trip to Covered Bridge Country. The trip has had to be canceled. Please keep your fingers crossed that this same trip will come to fruition in the future. Thank you, Martha Thomas, from the bottom of our hearts for all the work you put into this effort. We appreciate all you do. 2. November 7 Hardin County Homemaker Council Meeting at 10:00 am in the CES auditorium. 3. November 12 Hardin County Homemaker Annual Homemaker Bazaar at the Extension Office Auditorium and the Project Room. Each club is asked to bring at least 5 baked goods to Extension Office on Friday afternoon, November 11, until 4:00 pm, or by 9:00 am on Saturday, November 12. 4. Each club is also asked to give $5.00 to help cover Bazaar expenses - from Lavinda Curl, Bazaar Chair (West Point). 5. Money earned from the Bazaar is given to high school students in the form of scholarships. The last few years, we have given 10 high school scholarships and 2 homemaker scholarships. 6. Fill out forms for people who have 50, 60, 70, or 75 years of Homemaker membership. Deadline is February 1, 2017. 7. Presidents Luncheon is December 5, at First Christian Church 8. If you plan to attend the KEHA STATE MEETING in Owensboro May 1-4, 2017, please make your reservations in order to get a room Hampton Inn - 270-685 -2005; Holiday Inn 270-683-1111. 9. Our service project - HUGS - Help Understand by Giving Service collect your designated items to give to a local charity. I hope to see you at the Annual Holiday Bazaar. Keep Winning in Kentucky! Happy Thanksgiving! Diane McCamish Sincerely, Join the Extension Office on Facebook at www.facebook.com/hardinext Dayna Parrett County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences