The Chicago Southwest Suburban Community

Parish and Community Center Foundation

Sunday services 12:30pm and 4:30pm http://www.thecenterpalos.org 708-361-3650

The Center gives people of all faiths, back-

grounds, and ages the space to dream, grow, and

become fully alive—physically, mentally, emotion-

ally, and spiritually. “A place for celebration, enrichment and healing”

OUR SINCERE THANKS TO ALL THOSE WHO HELPED US BUILD A BEAUTIFUL KITCHEN!

This January 31 we held the dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony for our new kitchen in the lodge. Many over the last seven months did a tremendous amount of work to make this dream come true! We owe a great deal of thanks to Excell Marketing Corporation’s “Cooking Up Better Lives” program. Each year Cooking Up Better Lives helps a non-profit, home, or hospital upgrade their kitchen. Their help to our organization this year was monumental. In addition, we received tremendous assistance from Foundations, Service Clubs, Companies in the Trades, Businesses, Volunteers, and our Fellowship. We sincerely thank the following individuals, companies, and organizations for helping us build a kitch-en that will serve our fellowship and community for decades to come! This was truly a team effort!

Excell Marketing “Cooking Up Better Lives” Mr. Randy Brunschwig - President

Members of Excell Marketing Advance Tabco – Stainless Kitchen Equipment Daniel Schwartz Blodgett Corporation – Convection Ovens & Fryers Josh Compton CMA Restaurant Supply and Design, Inc. - Dishwasher Jeff Winter Captive Aire – Hood, Exhaust & Make-up Air Systems Walter Murtaugh Carolina Cooks Foodservice Equipment and Supplies - Mixer Kelly and Kristina Bortle Carter Hoffmann – Heated Holding Cabinet Jim Fagan Continental Refrigerator – Work-top Refrigerator & Freezer Grant Price Comstock Castle - Charbroiler Curtis Spake Eliason Corporation – Commercial Doors Gail Stanforth Empire Cooler – Ice Machine Ted Vesevick Hamilton Beach Commercial – Coffee Makers Mark Raber Hoshizaki America – Ice Machine Ken Hardisty John Boos and Company – Grease Trap and Equipment Ted Gravenhost Krowne Metal Corporation – Kitchen Equipment Roger Forman The Legacy Companies – Stainless Work Tables Teresa Asbury Maverick Foodservice Group – Kitchen Equip. Hot/Cold Serving Shane Cloud Minot Restaurant Supply – Commercial Toaster Dusty Forthun Nor-Lake, Inc. – Reach-in Refrigerator & Freezer Mike Eckelberg R. M. Flagg – Coffee Makers & Equipment Joseph Guerin Ramar Restaurant and Supply – 3-Compartment Sink & Equip. Mark Raber Royal Industries – Shelving Units Jay Johnson Southbend – Griddle Range Oven and Six Burner Oven Chris Reeves U. S. Cooler – Walk-in Cooler and Freezer Joshua Craig

Companies and Trades Alliance Refrigeration – Assembled Walk-in Cooler/Freezer Bob Warton Breheny Tile – Laid all Tile Flooring Tim Breheny

The Camp Benefit is now at Palos Country Club, see inside for details!

Chase Mechanical – Mechanical Systems & Venting for Hood Sam Ghrayyib DeVries Roofing – Roof work for Fan Unit Ray DeVries DiFoggio Plumbing – All Plumbing & Gas Mike DiFoggio Focal Points Lighting – Lighting in Kitchen John Dellorto General Building Supply – Vinyl Gypsum Panels – Ceiling Lee Seritella Koning Concrete – Floors, Foundations & I-Beam Fred Koning Peter G. Paraskis Architect, LTD – Architectural Plans & Layout Peter Paraskis P. G. Crane and Engineering Company – Lift Fan Unit to Roof Phil and Jonathon Slack Ramar Restaurant and Supply – General Planning & Contracting Mark Raber Rockfon – Track-work Drop Ceiling Peter Jahn Voltage Systems, Inc. – All New Electric & Service Tom McDonough

Foundations and Service Clubs Excell Marketing Corporation The Orland Park Kiwanis Club

Peace Marketplace – Kevin & Jane Callazzo Two Foundations to Remain Anonymous

Fellowship Contributions Carol Alesia, Raymond & Judith Ballantyne, Richard & Anne Brandt, Pat Burger, Brendan & Ei-leen Byrne, Roger & Judith Carlsen, Rachel & Cheryl Charles, Joseph & Andrene Conwell, Thomas & Lorraina Daker, Evan Djikas, John & Carole Downes, Lois Duran, Wayne & Patricia Earnest, Dan & Maureen Esposito, Joan Frase, Dan & Anne Girzadas, Martin & Gail Gottner, Dave & Joan Heinemann, Bill & Chris Hopkins, Kevin & Patsy (Girzadas) Hynes, Walter & Renee Lebetski, Bunga A.E. Lemmer, Larry & Lori Lindahl, Gerald & Alice Lindquist, Janice Mager, Andrew & Ann Martin, Glenn & Roberta Mar-tin, Marcia McGerty, Geraldine Mize, John & Jane Mohan, Ronnie Wier & Gregory Murphy, Irene Olson, Richard Paggi, Louis & Arlene Pasierb, Shirley Regan, Trish Schikora, Anthony & Susanne Simkus, John & Lenette Staudinger, Jackie Suprenant, James & Helen Wann, Dale & Nancy Wudtke, Joan Zahorik

Volunteers, Friends, and Staff Our sincere thanks to Mark Raber who submitted our mission to Cooking Up Better Lives and promoted our organization throughout the entire decision process. Mark lined up the technical services for equipment, was the go-between for all the dealers and distributors, staged and de-livered all the equipment, and kept us on track from beginning to end. I would also like to thank our good friend Len Quas, who volunteered much time sharing his expertise to help us get things right, and for his work on walls, doors, and ceilings. A special thanks to the maintenance staff of The Center: Dan Morley, Alec Mueller, and Scott Vandenberg, who put countless hours in with demolition, carpentry, masonry, and a million little things that had to get done. Last, but not least, a big thanks to our Hospitality Director - Winnie Brock, our cook - Jeremy Mazurek, and our housekeeper – Ed Swider, who kept our foodservice and facility going smoothly for seven months without a kitchen in the lodge!

This kitchen is dedicated in memory and honor of Dennis Raber, and all those who fight the battle of addiction every day.

SPIRITUAL OFFERINGS: Meditation: Attending the Silence Tuesday evenings 5:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. or Thursday mornings 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Please join us for a 20 minute period of silent meditation each week. Come whenever you are able.

Loving-Kindness Meditation Monday mornings 9 - 9:45 a.m. Our Monday morning meditation is a Loving-Kindness meditation. It is not a silent meditation, but a group prayer for peace in the world beginning with ourselves. Come whenever you are able.

Mindfulness Sunday mornings 11 a.m. - noon Mindfulness: the practice of being present to what is with kindness and curiosity. For anyone who has tried, they can tell you that it is easier said than done! Come gather with others who seek to be truly present to their lives. Find the support, guidance and companionship that you need, whenever you are able. No regis-tration necessary. These Sunday morning sessions are team led by Dan Morley, Georgina Taylor, and Kitty Riggenbach. All are welcome!

VESPERS IN THE CHAPEL Sundays, 12:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. Please join us each week for a nondenominational service of music, meditation and prayer led by Rev. Chris Hop-kins. The Chapel stands on the highest point of The Center’s grounds and symbolizes the underlying spirituality of all Center programs. All are welcome!

Communion Sunday Feb. 8 12:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. On the first Sunday of each month (except December) Communion is offered at both of our Chapel services. Vol-unteers are needed to help set up for Communion as well as helping to distribute it. If you are able and interested, please contact Chris Hopkins. ALL ARE WELCOME! *Please note: we always have a non-alcoholic cup & gluten free bread.

Family Service Sunday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m. Please join us as we gather inside the Lodge (on the west side of Southwest Highway) for this family friendly service. Since it is February our topic will be Love! And, of course, we will share a bit of hospitality together, because Jesus always ate with his friends!

Spirituality 101 Tuesday evenings, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. (or) Thursday mornings, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Please join us as we discuss the classic by Don Miguel Ruiz, The Four Agreements. It began on January 22 and 24th but new folks are always welcome! You will need a copy of his book and please call Chris Hopkins if you have any questions. Starting Feb. 26/28 we will begin to explore The Shape of God: Deepening the Mystery of the Trinity with Richard Rohr and Rev. Cynthia Bourgeault. Everything makes sense when God is communion instead of domination. This DVD series was recorded in Albuquerque, New Mexico at a weekend conference. Registra-tion is requested: 708-361-3650 and each class is $8.

Anniversary Dinner and Renewal Of Vows Sunday, Feb. 17

Whether you were married in our chapel, a grand cathedral or a courthouse, if you were married in January or February, we invite you to this beautiful evening of celebrating and renewing your marriage commitment. You are invited to begin the evening with Vespers Service at 4:30 pm in the Chapel. After Vespers, you will enjoy a gracious (and delicious!) candlelight dinner in the lodge and then return to the Chapel for the Renew-al of Wedding Vows ceremony. For reservations, send $90 for dinner for two, to be received no later than Monday, February 11.

GRATEFUL GATHERINGS Sunday, Feb. 20 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. In co-operation with Gratefulness. org, you are invited to join with other kindred spirits who desire to live their lives in gratitude. Living gratefully is so much more than remembering to say “thank you.” It is all about see-ing the whole of life as a gift. The topic for this month is: “The Great Fullness of Life!”. Registration is not nec-essary and a free will offering will be greatly appreciated! Any questions may be directed to Dan or Chris at 708-361-3650.

LABYRINTH OFFERING! A Loving Labyrinth Journey ~ Sunday, Feb. 3 at 10 a.m.

February, while being a month full of cold and snow is also the month of Valentine’s Day…a celebration of the warmth of love. Please join us this morning as we use the labyrinth to help us become aware of the ob-stacles we place in the path of receiving Love. We will also have the intention to become aware of new ways that we might offer Love. Registration is necessary as this event is weather dependent.

REJUVENATE YOURSELF AT THE CENTER… GENTLE YOGA CLASSES Instructor: Carolyn Harms

Five Tuesday evenings, beginning Feb. 19, 6 - 7:15 p.m. Five Thursday evenings, beginning Feb. 21, 6 - 7:15 p.m.

Gentle Yoga classes are a great place to take it slower and still experience all the benefits of yoga. Classes focus on releasing ten-sion, connecting with the breath and helping students gain strength and flexibility. Gentle Yoga uses classical hatha postures with slight variations to accommodate all levels of yoga students. Dress in comfortable clothing; bring a yoga mat. Classes are held in the Forest View Room of The Main Lodge. Pre-registration required. Class fee: $55 for our 5-week session BODY PRAYER YOGA Instructor: Celeste Santiago

Five Sunday mornings starting Feb. 17, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Yoga is more than just physical movement. Come explore what it means to use your body as a form of devotion to connect to the deepest parts of ourselves and, in turn, to others. This hatha style yoga class will link movement, breath, alignment and meditation to create a practice that blends physical movement and spiritual intention. Some yoga experience helpful but not mandatory. Join us in the beautiful Forest View room with amazing panoramic wooded views! Dress in comfortable clothing, bring a mat and water bottle. Class fee: $55 or $13 per class drop in rate if class isn’t full. TAI CHI Instructor: Trudy Erikson

Intro session Monday Jan. 28, 10 - 11 a.m. Four-week session starts Monday, Feb. 4, 10 - 11 a.m.

Practice the ancient art of meditative movement to cultivate Ultimate Ch’i (energy), balance and serenity. The contrasting powers of yin and yang are expressed in slow, free flowing movements, creating harmony between the internal and the external body and mind. Beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome. Class is held in the beautiful forest view room of the lodge. Class fee: $10 per class REIKI HEALING SESSIONS Reiki is a gentle energetic healing method which balances, harmonizes and restores the body, mind and spirit. It promotes deep relaxation and stress reduction as it strengthens the flow of energy in the body, clearing energy blocks, balancing the chakras, strengthening the immune system and facilitating self- healing. Reiki Master Practitioner Karen Hart Signore will provide a safe, sup-portive, nurturing environment to assist you in going inward and relaxing deeply so you can receive all of the benefits of the Reiki session. We have gift certificates for sale in the front office if you would like to treat a friend. $65 for an hour session. Call for appointment availability.

Farm and Nature Discovery School

As open registration begins, I anticipate classes to fill quickly. If you have recommended us to friends, neigh-bors and other family members, we are truly grateful and appreciate the compliment. We have been very lucky with snow, hopefully will be able to do some sledding this month.

February is the study of oceans. Although we are not near an ocean, the children will learn all about them including who lives in the ocean, where they are and about salt vs. fresh water.

We will have our Valentine Day Tea Parties this month as well. Children come dressed in their best and enjoy a lovely tea party put on by our parents. These are always fun to watch. I’ll put a pic-ture in next newsletter.

Registration for fall begins February 2. Please call or email for a brochure, a tour, or any infor-mation. Our email address is farmandnature@sbcglobal.net or 708-361-8933.

Thank you for your continued support.

We’re thrilled to be offering six seasonal session of Junior Farmers this year. If you missed the Winter session or cold weather just isn’t your thing, get ready for five more upcoming sessions this year! Please mark your calendars and plan to Join Mr. Paul (or Miss Michelle in the Sum-mer) for an educational, hands on approach to outdoor & animal en-richment!

Early Spring – 4 Weeks – Begins Late February Late Spring – 6 Weeks – Begins Late March

Summer – 7, one week sessions – Beginning Mid-June Fall – 6 Weeks – Begins Mid-September

Winter Holiday – 4 Weeks, Beings Early November

RETREATS AT THE CENTER You deserve a break! Treat yourself to a retreat....

Register today to assure your spot in one of these wonderful experiences! WINTER NEEDLEWORK/CRAFTS RETREAT Saturday, Jan. 26, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Calling all people who love to work with their hands! If playing with yarn, thread, craft materials, etc. is your creative outlet and you yearn to “get away from it all”, come join Georgann Ring (our knitting/weaving instructor) for a fun-filled day in the Forest View Room. The lighting is excellent, the scenery serene, and the food is beyond compare. If you knit, crochet, weave, embroider, cross stitch, needlepoint, do beading, enjoy craftwork, etc., be sure to put this date on your calendar. All are welcome! Retreat fee: $55 in-cludes leadership and lunch/ 24-hour advance registration is required. OUR SACRED SELF – TAPPING INTO THE WISDOM WITHIN US Saturday, Feb 2, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Retreat Leaders: Debbie Jacobs, OTR/L, CYT, Reiki III and Karen Signore, Reiki Master and Creative Journal Expressive Arts Certified With our day to day responsibilities, in today’s busy world it’s easy to lose sight of our inner resources. We can become externally focused and look for joy, guidance and direction from outside of us. Within us lies a depth of innate wisdom, peace and joy that is available when we take time to go within and listen. Through process-oriented drawing and clay work, journaling, creative movement, guided meditation, yoga and a sound bowl experience, we will delve inward to connect with our inner selves. You will learn techniques to help you: Relax and calm your mind and body, listen to your body’s messages and signals, process emo-tions to gain clarity, access both sides of the brain and connect with your innate wisdom to gain new in-sights and guidance. If weather permits, we will also spend some time outdoors in nature. Join us for a fun creative day of relaxation, rejuvenation and journeying inward. No prior art, writing or yoga experience necessary. Bring a blanket, pillow and yoga mat if you have one. Includes leadership, lunch and materials. Retreat fee: $60 HALF-DAY WOMEN’S RETREAT: Friday, March 15, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Leader: Lois Lauer We’ll discuss Joan Anderson’s classic “A Year by the Sea,” a story of a women’s journey of self-discovery as she spends a year alone in a cottage on Cape Cod, where she realizes she had unconsciously re-placed her own dreams with the needs of her family, and gradually realizes her life is still full of possibili-ties. We’ll discuss Joan’s journey, our feelings about the book, and then share some personal growth ex-ercises as we consider our own dreams and potential possibilities for our own journeys. Retreat cost: $45, includes leadership, lunch and retreat supplies. Participants are asked to obtain a copy from a bookstore or library, and read the book (easy read!) before March 15.

PROGRAMS OFFERED EVERY MONTH

TOASTMASTERS Wednesday evenings, Feb. 6 and 13, 7 p.m. If you are interested in improving and practicing your public speaking skills, we invite you to join our supportive group. We take turns leading the meetings and giving speeches, and we having fun doing it. We're all in this effort together and gain confidence from the encouragement of each other. We invite you to come as a guest to the next meeting and to consider becoming a Center Toastmaster. Please contact Lois Lauer for more infor-mation - 708.361.3650.

WOMANTALK COFFEE HOUR! Tuesday, Feb. 26, 10 a.m. – noon. WOMANTALK! is a wonderfully nurturing and supportive women’s discussion group, led by Mary Anne O’Callaghan, and focusing on the month’s readings in Sarah Ban Breathnach’s “Simple Abundance” or any other inspirational resources that ladies would like to bring to share. The focus of Womantalk is on learning to live authentically, joyfully, simply, and grate-fully. No fee, but please call to reserve a spot.

MEN’S POINT OF VIEW (POV) The group meets Tuesday, Feb. 26 in the Lodge at 7 p.m.

The group will discuss “The Winter Fortress” by Neil Bascomb Invite a friend—New mem-bers welcome!!!

CENTER SINGERS are practicing for the winter/spring singing season. There's still time to join us as we practice on Monday evenings at 5:30 in the Forest View room. As you may know, we sing at Vesper Services on average of once a month. It's usually at the 4:30 service, however, 12:30 is occasionally scheduled. Our first Vesper service is Sunday, Feb. 10 at 12:30 p.m. If you can't join us in singing, please join us in listening. Contact The Cen-ter at 708-361-3650 if questions need to be answered. Hope to see you soon.

IT’S NEVER TOO LATE Instructor: Lois Lauer A class for retirees and seniors seeking to create fulfilling and joyful lives! 12 Wednesday mornings beginning Feb. 13, 10 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.** Julia Cameron has written a new book in her “Artist Way” series, entitled “It’s Never Too Late to Begin Again, Discovering Creativity and Meaning at Midlife and Beyond.” The book out-lines a 12-week program, specifically designed to show retirees and seniors that this can be the most rich, fulfilling, and creative time of their lives. Two years into retirement herself, The Center’s former program director, Lois Lauer, facilitates this fun, gentle, step-by-step journey of discovering that “It’s Never Too Late to Begin Again.”

Program fee for 12 week course: $120. **Prospective participants are invited to an Introductory course over-view session on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 10 a.m. No charge for introductory session on Feb 6, and no need to make a commitment to the next 12 weeks until after Feb 6.

Students will be asked to purchase their own textbook for the course, and to read the first assignment before the Feb. 13 class.

WINTER TREE ID WORKSHOP Instructor: Carol Alesia Saturday, Feb. 23, 10 a.m. - noon See winter trees in a new light! Learn how to identify trees by their buds, leaf scars, fruit, bark and branching patterns. We will begin the workshop indoors and then practice our skills outdoors, so remember your boots and dress for the weath-er. Children 10 and older are welcome to register as long as they are accompanied by an adult who is also registered. Class will meet in Log Cabin 3. Workshop fee: $15.

School’s Out at The Children’s Farm! Monday, Feb. 18 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Children ages 7-12 are invited to join us for a day of fun-filled farm adven-tures. In this drop-off program, participants will have an opportunity to help care for our animals, make yummy treats, explore the farm, and indulge in a craft. Children should bring a sack lunch. Pre-Registration Required. Program fee: $50

A Glimpse at 2019 Summer Camp Programs at The Children’s Farm…

The Children’s Farm is a great place to have a unique, memorable summer camp experience. We have sum-mer programs for children ages 3-17! Programs range from short day classes to overnight, residential camp-ing and everything in between. Programs are highlighted below. Please visit our website for more infor-mation as registration is already underway!

Residential Camping for Children Entering Grades 10th - 12th Senior Outdoor Leadership – 12 nights of outdoor living, adventure challenges, and leadership opportuni-ties through onsite activities and off site travel trips. Canoeing, hiking, and other physical activities are a focus.

Residential Camping for Children Entering Grades 8th & 9th Ranch Camp – 12 nights of action-packed rustic living, trail rides and caring for your own horse. Camp program includes daily horse care, onsite riding lessons, half day trail rides and whole day trail rides.

Outdoor Adventure for Teens – 12 nights of adventure and exploration through on and offsite experiences. Program will utilize the farm animals and horses as well as offsite experiences such as hiking trips, over-night campouts and adventure challenges.

Residential Camping for Children Entering Grades 4th – 7th Farm Camp - 12 nights or 5 nights (4th graders welcome to 5 night program only) of fresh air, caring for farm animals, riding horses, exploring nature, crafts, group games, laughter, friendship and so much more!

Day Camping for Children Entering Grades 2nd – 6th Farm Explorers- 5 days (9am-4pm) of caring for the farm animals and horses, camp crafts, hiking, cookouts, group games, singing, and exploring the natural world around us. This is a great introduction to our camp-ing programs!

Long Day, Day Camping for Children Entering Grades 3rd – 7th Extreme Explorers- 6 days (Sunday evening, Monday-Thursday all day, Friday 1/2 day) side by side with our residential farm campers. This program will mimic Farm Camp except for the overnight stays. Camp-ers will join us for morning chores, lunch and afternoon programs, and also for dinner and evening activi-ties. We feel this is a great way to satisfy the camper that is ‘almost’ ready for overnight camp.

Half Day Farm Program for Children ages 6-8 Junior Farmers- 1 week sessions with classes meeting on Monday through Friday afternoons from Noon-3pm. This is a farm focused program that will give children lots of hands-on time with the farm animals and exposure to fun farm activities!

One Hour Farm Program for Children ages 3-6 Junior Farmers- 1 week sessions with classes meeting on Monday through Friday mornings from 9am-10am or 10:30am-11:30am. This is a farm focused program that will give very young children an opportunity to experience summertime at the farm. Hands-on time with the animals and farm activities will be the focus.

Please support our Festival Sponsor!

2019 Summer Camp is Right Around the Corner… WE INVITE YOU TO APPLY NOW!!

The Center is once again offering a wonderful opportunity for children to learn, play, and grow! Farm and Ranch Camp, Outdoor Adventure for Teens, Senior Outdoor Leadership and Farm Explorers Day Camp, are outstanding summer opportunities for young people entering grades 2nd – 12th to spend time in the healthy and fun atmosphere of the farm and surrounding woods. The Center’s camping programs include horseback riding, arts and crafts, hayrides, farm animals, songs, nature hikes, games, fun, friend-ship, and lots of laughter!

Our summer campers spend either 5 days, 5 nights or 12 nights attending our nature and animal based camps.

NOW IS THE TIME TO APPLY! Do you know someone that could benefit from a life enriching experi-ence like this one? If so, please visit our website for more information.

12 NIGHT PROGRAM

FARM CAMP Entering grades 4th-7th

RANCH CAMP Entering grades 8th-9th

SENIOR OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP Entering grades 10th-12th

____ I June 16 - June 28 ____ II June 30– July 12

____ I June 16 - June 28 (Girls) ____ II June 30 - July 12 (Boys) ____ III July 14 - July 26 (Girls) ____ IV July 28 - Aug. 9 (Girls)

____ I June 16 - June 28 (Girls) ____ II June 30 - July 12 (Boys) ____ IV July 28 - Aug. 9 (Girls)

12 NIGHT FARM CAMP FEE $1194 12 NIGHT RANCH CAMP FEE

$1352 12 NIGHT SOL PROGRAM FEE $1458

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE FOR TEENS

Entering Grades 8th – 9th ____ III July 14 - July 26 (Boys) ____ IV July 28 - Aug. 9 (Girls)

12 NIGHT OAT FEE $1273

FARM CAMP Entering grades 4th-7th

____ IIIA July 14 - July 19 ____ IIIB July 21 - July 26

____ IVA July 28 - Aug. 2 ____ IVB Aug. 4 - Aug. 9

5 NIGHT FARM CAMP FEE $689

5 NIGHT PROGRAM DAY TIME ONLY PROGRAM

FARM EXPLORERS Entering grades 2nd-6th

EXTREME FARM EXPLORERS Entering grades 3rd-7th

_____ IA June 17 – June 21

_____ IB June 24 – June 28

_____ IIB July 8 – July 12

_____ IIIA July 15 – July 19

_____ IIIB July 22 – July 26

_____ IVA July 29 – Aug. 2

_____ IVB Aug. 5 – Aug. 9

9am – 4pm Monday - Friday

_____ IB June 23 – June 28

_____ IIB July 7 – July 12

5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. – Sunday,

9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Tuesday– Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Friday

FARM EXPLORERS FEE $340 EXTREME EXPLORERS FEE $494

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

A Night to Linger 10

Thursday, February 21, 2019 6 – 9 p.m.

At Palos Country Club13100 Southwest Hwy

Orland ParkJoin us in a night of honoring Farm and Ranch Camp at The Center. Let’s celebrate its success, share memories, and raise money for the Camp Scholarship Fund. The night will be filled with a silent auction, raffles, hors d’ oeuvres, a slideshow, and fun.

Proceeds benefit the Camp Scholarship Fund, helping send children to camp who otherwise would be financially unable to attend. Last year, more than one-third of our 200-plus campers received camp scholarships amounting to more than $45,000 in need-based awards.

$20 advance tickets are required and are available in our office. Please call 708.361.3650 for more information.

Lots and lots of great prizes!!!

COME OUT FOR A GREAT CAUSE AND A GREAT TIME!

(Sadly, Hackney's has closed. Thanks for all your support!)

TUESDAY LUNCHEONS Noon - 2 p.m.

Every Tuesday at The Center, we have a delicious luncheon followed by an enlightening program on travel, na-ture, art, book reviews, personal growth, world affairs, spirituality, or other topics of interest. Cost is $23. Please make reservations by the Sunday before the luncheon and payment is requested at the time of reservation. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Music with The Convertibles! The Convertibles quartet performs a wide-ranging mixture of music throughout northeastern Illinois. The group has its roots in four-part barbershop harmony, but ever since the Convertibles formed in 1997 they've grown musical branches in new directions. Audiences are likely to hear a mixture of doo-wop music from the

Fifties and pop music from the Sixties, plus a few jokes -- and a few surprises. Lou, Ron, Tom, and Glenn always put on a great show! Tuesday, Feb. 12 “Laura Ingalls Wilder: The Real Story” with Laura Keyes Hear the real history of Laura Ingalls Wilder, and discover the times, places, and people who inspired her wonderful books. Have you met Laura Ingalls Wilder? Not the girl from the books, and not the woman from the television – this is the real Laura Wilder. The beloved “Little House” books are based on Laura’s life, but they are fiction. This program explores the real life of Laura Ingalls Wilder with all its hardships and tragedies.

Tuesday, Feb. 19 Martina Mathisen is “Marie Antoinette” Martina Mathisen, as Marie Antoinette, comes in costume to The Center to talk about Marie’s life, loves, and intrigues. Martina will entertainingly reveal the truth behind this mis-

understood queen, who went from a teen bride surrounded by pure opulence to the most hated woman in France. Tuesday, Feb. 26 “Marie Ringenberg: The Three H’s” What are the Three H’s you ask? The Three H’s are Humor, honesty and humility—all character traits that promote respect for oneself and others. Professional storyteller Marie Ringenberg will spin tales that help reflect and show these qualities. Marie holds degrees from Illinois State University and Rosary College, won a grant from the Beck Institute, and has been liaison to the National Storytelling Association.

Emerson Hill Night

in February Special Emerson Hill Night: Saturday Feb. 9, Nightclub Dance Party 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Fresh from their triumphant performance at last summer’s Mo-town in the Pines, the Michael Walters Band comes back to

perform Motown, disco, and timeless clas-sics! The Great Hall of the Lodge (including the balcony) will be set with nightclub tables and we’ll put up a large dance floor! Come enjoy a fancy, special evening for singles, couples, and groups, with a lavish buffet prepared by Chef Jeremy and attended by Winnie Byrne and her smiling wait staff. This is a night you don’t want to miss! The cost is $52 per person. Space is limited: Advance tickets required.

Classes and workshops for adults and children in fine arts and folk arts

JANUARY ART SCHEDULE 2019

NEW!!! Monthly Art Shows at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts: Collage Show, Sunday, Feb. 24, 2 – 4 p.m.

Featuring the art work of April Schabes’ Collage classes

Jewelry Show, Sunday, March 24, 2 – 4 p.m. Featuring the art of our Jewelry teachers and students

Art Classes for Children

LOG CABIN ART FOR KIDS Instructor: Heather Young Four Saturday mornings beginning Feb. 16

Kindergarten through 2nd Grade: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 3rd through 8th Grade: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

A world of art and nature for kids! Classes are held in our log cabin art studios and outdoors; the majori-ty of projects are inspired by the natural beauty of The Center’s grounds. Within each session students may work on a variety of art projects such as painting, drawing, jewelry, sculpture, pottery, crafts, and more. Each session ends with a fun art show! Class Fee: $55 plus a $10 materials fee.

POTTERY FOR KIDS Instructor: Heather Young Four Thursdays starting Feb. 28, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Learn the basics of working with clay and create a variety of fun ceramic art pieces. Heather will have lessons planed for students as well as time for experimentation. Open to students in 1 - 8 grade. Class fee: $45 plus a $15 materials fee.

Adult Art Classes Teens are able to register for most adult classes, please inquire with interest

ART EXPERIMENTS: Instructor: Sue Flanagan

MIXED MEDIA ART Saturday Jan. 26, 9:30 a.m. - noon What do string, dry wall tape, acrylic paint, inks, paper, a hot glue gun and paper have in common? These are only a few of the many useful things that can be used in mixed media art. Join us as we experiment with a variety of methods to create mixed media canvases. Instruction will include technique and concepts of design. All the materials are provided. Register early. Class size is limited. Workshop fee: $30 plus a $5 material fee.

MONOPRINTING Feb. 16, 9:30 a.m. - noon A monotype is a one of a kind print made with ink or paint. These prints can be abstract or realistic. The print can be a complete piece of art or used in collage, for greeting cards, a background for paintings or art journaling. In this month’s workshop learn how to print using acrylic paint and a variety of print-ing plates. All supplies are provided. Class fee: $30 Material fee: $5

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BASKETMAKING Instructors: Jane Dwyer (evenings) and Lois Shive (mornings) Six Thursday nights beginning Jan. 31, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. (following session starts March 14)

or Six Tuesday mornings beginning March 5 , 9 - 11 a.m. (no class March 12) Begin by making an easy and beautiful wood-bottomed basket with your choice of colored trim. Continue on to learn techniques for weaving a variety of shapes and sizes of baskets and choose your own project in consulta-tion with the instructor. You can expect to make 2-3 baskets in 6 weeks, depending on your style and choice of projects. Class Fee: $100 plus a $30 materials fee.

COLLAGE Instructor: April Schabes (Advanced class, open to students who have previously taken classes with April only) Six Wednesday mornings beginning Feb. 27, 9:30 a.m. – noon Continue on your fun journey with April into the world of collage! April will have fun projects planned like always experimenting with papers, paints, images and text. Class fee: $120.

COLLAGE (Open to beginning or intermediate students) Instructor: April Schabes Six Monday mornings beginning Feb. 25, 9:30 a.m. – noon Experiment with color and composition to create your own mixed-media collages... an opportunity to “play in your own world of artistic expression with a fun and easy art form!” Class Fee: $120.

CREATIVE ART JOURNALING Instructor: April Schabes Meets the last Friday of each month throughout the year, noon - 3 p.m. Create a colorful artistic record of your days, your thoughts, your experiences - through words, collages, photos, poems, magazine images, drawings, watercolor and a fun project to add to your journal each month! No excuses! New students welcome! Class fee: $135, for the entire 2019 year or $15 per class.

DRAWING Instructor: Lois Hrejsa Six Thursday mornings beginning March 7 , 9 - 11:30 a.m. Work in pencil or pen and ink to achieve a realistic three-dimensional effect on a two-dimensional surface. Value, perspective, composition, landscape, still life, and portraiture will be explored. Students with drawing experience will be encouraged to try other drawing materials such as colored pencils or watercolor washes combined with pen and ink. Individual and group critiques will help point out what has worked and how to improve that which has not. Class Fee: $120. A list of required supplies is available in our office.

DRAWING YOUR STRESS AWAY Instructor: Karen Signore Saturday, March 23, 1 - 4:30 p.m. In today’s fast paced world, we are bombarded by stressful situations such as traffic, deadlines, bills, health chal-lenges, etc. on a daily basis. It’s important to have simple ways to reduce stress and tension. Through process-oriented drawing, journaling, guided meditation, and creative experiences you will learn effective techniques to process stressful situations, release tension, and cultivate relaxation. No prior art or writing skills or experience needed. This experiential workshop is based on The Creative Journal Expressive Arts Method founded by Lucia Capacchione, Ph.D., A.T.R. Workshop fee: $32 plus a $5 materials fee.

FOLKARTS WORKSHOPS Instructor: Lois Lauer Fun workshops in which we create beautiful nature-themed decorative crafts.

PAPER QUILLING: Hearts and Snowflakes Monday afternoon or evening, Jan. 28, 1 - 3 p.m. or 6 - 8 p.m. Discover the classic art of paper quilling (coiling thin strips of paper) to make intricate designs. Delightful for gift cards or wall hangings! Workshop fee: $20 plus $4 materials fee.

BOOK FOLDING: HEARTS AND SNOW MEN Wednesday afternoon or evening, Feb. 13, 1 - 3 p.m. or 6 - 8 p.m. (date has been changed from Feb. 11 originally listed in the January newsletter) The art of book folding combines the love of books with the love of paper crafting. We’ll create 3-dimensional “sculptures” of hearts and snowmen and pine trees. Workshop fee: $20 plus $4 materials fee.

FUN! Umbrella Art Workshop! Wednesday, March 13, 1-3 p.m. or 6-8 p.m. Using permanent ink markers, create your own designs (or use some ready templates) to make your own unique umbrella, ready for the inevitable spring showers! Lois will have plenty of suggestions for easy designs, quotes, and colors, and even some tem-plates if you feel stuck for ideas. Class Fee: $20 plus $10 materials fee includes all supplies, including an umbrella for each student.

INTRO TO CERAMICS Instructor: Liz Credio Four Sunday afternoons starting Feb. 17, 10:30 - 12:30 (no class March 3) Learn the basics of working with clay to create ceramic art such as pottery or sculpture. Liz will have fun weekly projects planned for you as well as allowing for time to experiment. No experience necessary. Class fee: $70 Materials fee: $25

JEWELRY WORKSHOPS: Instructor: Liz Credio

COPPER LETTERING, Saturday, Jan. 26, 1 - 3 p.m. By using copper wire and round pliers you will learn how to bend the wire to write the word love and then your name, can be worn on a necklace. Workshop fee: $20 plus a $5 ma-terials fee.

SECRET MESSAGE METAL STAMPING WORKSHOP, Friday, Feb. 1, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Stamp a secret message or words of encouragement on a heart shaped piece of metal to cre-ate a pendant. Workshop fee: $20 plus a $8 materials fee.

ROSEBUD BRACELET, Saturday, Feb. 9, 4 - 6 p.m. Create a bracelet using copper wire and gemstones with a wire wrapping technique. Liz will have a variety of beads colors to choose from. Workshop fee: $20 plus a $13 materials fee.

KNITTING 101 - AND BEYOND! Instructor: Georgann Ring Six Monday nights beginning Feb. 25, 6 - 8 p.m. or

Six Friday mornings beginning Feb. 25, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Beginning knitters will learn knitting basics as well as correcting mistakes, making a yarn chart, and locating yarn and pattern sources while making a spa cloth, then a project from a suggested collection. Beginning students should bring a ball of Sugar ’n Cream yarn and a pair of 10” U.S. size 8 (5mm) knitting needles. Experienced knitters will choose their own projects and learn more advanced knitting techniques through class discussions and demon-strations. Class fee: $100.

LAPIDARY Instructor: Larry Rothenberg Six Monday mornings beginning Feb. 25, 9 - 11 a.m. or

Six Monday evenings beginning Feb. 25, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Turn rough hunks of rock into beautifully polished gemstones. Create a pair of round or oval stones, and then advance to more complex designs. Class Fee: $125 Stones can be purchased from our instructor for projects.

PAINTING WORKSHOPS: Instructor: Heaven Newsom

LANDSCAPE PAINTING WORKSHOP Sunday, January 27, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Let Heaven show you step by step how to create a snowy winter landscape painting. Each student will receive a canvas to paint on and use acrylic paints. All materials pro-vided, no experience necessary. Workshop fee: $20 plus a $6 materials fee.

KISSING PENGUINS Sunday, Feb. 17, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Heaven will show you step by step how to create a painting of two kissing penguins. Each student will receive a canvas to paint on and use acrylic paints. All materials pro-vided, no experience necessary. Workshop fee: $20 plus a $6 materials fee.

METALSMITHING FOR JEWELRY Instructor: Mary Michaelson Six Tuesday nights, beginning Feb. 12, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. By working with silver, copper or brass students can create either a silver ring or pendant. Learn the basics of metalsmithing such as sawing, filing, sanding and soldering. Advanced instruction will be given to continuing/advanced students. Class fee: $100 plus a $35 materials fee.

PAPER MAKING WORKSHOPS Instructor: Marilyn VandenBout

VALENTINES PAPERMAKING Wednesday, January 30, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Learn the art of papermaking by creating papers from pulp and imbedding flowers in your creation. Great for art projects or handmade valentines! Workshop fee: $20 plus a $5 materials fee.

SPRING PAPERMAKING Wednesday, March 27, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Welcome back to spring! By using pastel colors of handmade paper pulp you will create your own hand-made papers. Workshop fee: $20 plus a $5 materials fee.

TAMING THE INNER CRITIC Instructor: Karen Signore Saturday, March 9, 1 - 4:30 p.m. One of the biggest obstacles to a peaceful, creative and fulfilling life resides in our own mind. Our inner critic can undermine our self -worth, keep us in unhealthy relationships and situations and block us from following our heart's desire. Through process-oriented drawing, mask making, clay work, journal prompts and guided meditation you will learn simple but powerful techniques for identifying and quieting the critical voice with-in. Learn to disengage from your inner critic and rewrite a new inner script for empowerment and posi-tive action. No prior art or writing skill or experience needed. This experiential workshop is based on The Crea-tive Journal Expressive Arts Method founded by Lucia Capacchione, Ph.D., A.T.R. Workshop fee: $32 plus a $5 materials fee.

THE ART OF SELF LOVE Instructor: Karen Signore Saturday, Feb. 16, 1 - 4:30 p.m. February is a perfect time to take the focus on love inward and look at how we can bring more love and com-passion into our relationship with ourselves. This experiential workshop includes guided meditation, process-oriented art exercises and journal prompts which activate both sides of the brain and allow us to release stress, process emotions, cultivate intuition and deepen our inner awareness. Join us as we access our inner artists and connect with our inner wisdom to gain new insights on how we can more effectively nourish and care for ourselves. No prior art or writing skill or experience needed. All materials and healthy light snacks will be provided. This workshop is based on The Creative Journal Expressive Arts method originated by Lucia Ca-pacchione Ph.D. , A.T.R., R.E.A.T. Workshop fee: $32 plus a $5 materials fee.

WATERCOLOR PAINTING Instructors: Lois Hrejsa and Lenox Wallace (www.lenoxwallace.com) Six Wednesday evenings beginning Feb. 27, 6:30 - 9 p.m. or

Six Thursday afternoons beginning March 7, 1 - 3:30 p.m. Wednesday evenings with Lenox Wallace feature structured lessons for beginning watercolorists with critique and guidance in composition, values, textures, negative painting, brush stroke usage, and more, while experi-enced painters work individually with occasional guidance and critique. Thursday afternoons with Lois Hrejsa, include instruction in color mixing and theory, washes, light and shadow, glazing and negative painting, while intermediate and advanced students have the opportunity to further express themselves in watercolor with at-tention to areas of interest to the individual student. Opportunities will arise to expand the advanced students' painting experience. Individual and group critiques will point out what has worked and how to improve that which has not. Class Fee: $120. List of required supplies available in office. WEAVING Instructor: Georgann Ring Six Wednesday mornings beginning Feb. 27, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Beginning weavers will learn to weave a scarf on a rigid heddle loom. Then explore intermediate techniques on the rigid heddle loom while weaving a sampler or set of coasters. Supply list for the first project available in the office; purchase yarn before first class. Experienced / returning weavers use our table or floor looms or bring their own loom. Study and weave a project in the patterns of student’s choice with instructor guid-ance. Class Fee: $100.

WIRE WRAPPING WORKSHOPS Instructor: Jeremy Mazurek

OVAL OR DIAMOND SHAPES, Friday, Jan. 25, 6 - 8:30 p.m. Learn the basics of wire wrapping by wrapping silver platted wire in a pattern around an oval or diamond shaped stone to create a pendant that can be hung on a necklace. Also learn how to incorporate stone beads into your design. Bring your own stone (must be oval or dia-mond shaped) or purchase one in class from the instructor. Workshop fee: $25 plus a $5 ma-terials fee.

HEART SHAPED WIRE WRAPPING, Saturday, Feb. 2, 12:30 - 2 p.m. Bring a round stone or purchase one from our instructor. By working with silver plated wire you will learn to weave a wire wrapped design around your stone in a heart shape. Workshop fee: $25 plus a $4 materials fee.

WOODCARVING Instructor: Keith Miller Six Thursday mornings beginning Thursday Feb. 28, 9 - 11 a.m. Learn and practice the tools and techniques of woodcarving using a variety of types of wood. Create beautiful animals, objects, and faces. New students will make 3-6 projects such as a bird, a shoe, an egret, and miniature people. If you're experienced, you may design your own projects. Class Fee: $100. Wood and bench knives are available for purchase in class (approximately $25 for wood and bench knives).

Pre-registration is required 24 hours in advance for all Log Cabin classes and workshops. Class and materials fees are due at time of registration. All class fees include a $10 non-refundable, non-transferable registration fee. No refunds or transfers of fees are available for cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to the beginning of class. To register for a class, you can stop in our main office or call 708-361-3650. Registration for an art class at The Center authorizes The Center to use photos or videos of students for promotional uses.

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Did you know it costs nearly $5,000 a day to fund The Center? While we strive to maintain our buildings and grounds to make it look like we might not need money, in reality we do depend on charitable contributions to con-tinue our operations. As always, we also depend on a lot of love and elbow grease to keep things running smoothly. Today, your charitable giving to The Center is an outstanding way to give voice to your values and priorities in our community. It is also vital to the continued operation of the programs that we all know and love—about one-quarter of our operating budget is financed through charitable contribu-tions. In the future, by including The Center in your estate plan right now, you can help ensure our operations for years or even generations to come. Recent legacy gifts have made possible repairs and capital improvements that would have been very difficult in their absence. If you have any ques-tions about leaving The Center a gift from your estate, please contact Execu-tive Director Dave Sanders.

SAGE offerings this month:

BREADMAKING Instructor: Lois Lauer Sunday, Feb. 24, 1 - 5 p.m. Meet in the Lodge kitchen. Learn the ancient art of making bread from Lois, who loves the en-tire process, from proofing the yeast to kneading the dough, from shaping the loaves to buttering their freshly baked sur-faces. We’ll each make a loaf of bread. While we're waiting for the bread to rise and bake, we’ll taste and learn about a variety of breads made with different grains, and

formed into various shapes, and learn more about the process and histo-ry of bread making. Class fee: $25 plus $8 materials fee. Bring a basket or box and a kitchen towel for taking home your warm bread. GARDENING 101 Instructor: Lois Lauer Sunday afternoon, March 24, 1:30 - 4 p.m.

Meet at the lodge. Optional walk to the garden after class. Let Lois Lauer help you garden effectively, enjoyably, and sustainably! Topics to be included are garden planning; soil fertility and preparation, heirloom/hybrid/GMO, and organic vegetables; perennial/annual/and bien-nial vegetables and herbs; cool season/warm season plants; growing plants from seed vs. buying seedlings from a garden center; where to buy/when to plant seeds, onion sets, and potato tubers; and a month-by-month plan for a great garden of herbs and vegetables from March through No-vember, and maybe even longer! Lois grows a large vegetable, herb, and fruit garden at the farm and wants to share some of the joy and lessons she's learned. Class fee: $ 20 plus $8 materials fee which includes the cost of one tray of tomato, pepper, basil, and parsley seedlings which each student will plant at the end of class. Please pre-register by calling The

Center. SAGE Pasture Expansion – WE NEED A FENCE!! We are thrilled to announce that our new pasture sprouted well in the fall and seems to be faring the winter well. We are hopeful that by May, we will be able to have our cattle herd grazing on the new-ly planted acreage! But before then…WE NEED A FENCE! Our plan is to construct a five strand, high tensile, hot wire, perimeter fence. This will take many days of labor as well as a lot of funding and supplies. Below is our supply list.

We are actively seeking Fence Angels to help us with the cost of this project.

Would you consider making a donation to this critical project of ours? High Tensile Wire 11,000 ft. = $400 Metal T Posts 70 =$280 Wooden Corner Posts 45 =$630 Insulators 575 =$92 Gates 8 =$1,200 Poly Wire 500 ft. =$300 Wire reels 3 =$150 Latches & Hardware =$300 Wire Tensioners 100 =$400 Total Fence Cost =$3,752

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Tickets On Sale March 6th

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Our thirty-fourth annual…

EASTER EGG ROUNDUP AT THE FARM!

Saturday, April 20, 2019

Advance Tickets Required Tickets available for

10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30 a.m., 12:00 Noon, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, and 2:30 p.m.

$26 per child (no charge for adults or older siblings) Children, age 9 and younger accompanied by parents, are invited for a special day of decorating an egg from the chicken coop, visiting the bunnies, riding a horse, seeing the farm animals wearing their best Easter bonnets, meeting the Easter Bun-ny, and finding a colored egg in the Easter Bunny's Magic Forest! Be sure to dress to be outside! Advance tickets for the Easter Egg Roundup are required because we have to have enough eggs and treats for all the children who visit. Tickets are avail-able at the lodge office. You usually need to get them early, as they are limited in number.