Member Update

                                                       

Sheryl Hodges went to China last year, and is planning a trip to South America in October. For the past 18 years she has gone on a secret trip --a type of mystery tour. She is planning that again this year as well, and usually takes care of planning the games for that adventure. Sounds like fun, Sheryl!

I believe the "not so secret" destination this time is Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Member Update

Sharon Kuhns is currently serving the IEAFCS Board as Vice President for Life Members. She participates in board meetings and helps newer members keep up on important history of the organization.

Sharon has also been busy busy with her "outdoor hobby" of gardening this summer. She particularly likes growing Hostas.

Her "indoor hobby" is quilting. She has attended Bonnie Hunter Classes. Bonnie is an author and founder of Quiltville. Sharon was also fortunate to be able to attend a class taught by the Gees Bend Quilters from Gees Bend, Alabama. This is a group of women who teach classes and participate in quilt exhibitions around the country. They are keeping the history and culture of their area alive through the artistry of quilting.

Sharon's husband is now retired also, but there is still a farm to keep track of. Her family is planning a trip to Niagara Falls soon. They will go to Florida in the winter. She also has four grand children.

Congratulations to Kay Mayberry!

Kay Mayberry was one of the individuals inducted into the 4-H Hall of Fame at the Illinois State Fair on Saturday.

She served as an Extension Home Economics Adviser in Hamilton County for several years, and also worked a short time in White and Gallatin in that capacity.

Later in her career she was the Family Life Educator at the Mt. Vernon Extension Center. Kay also volunteered countless hours in support of 4-H & Youth programs and initiatives. She was nominated for this honor by Hamilton County staff members.

Kay is currently going through cancer treatment. Her daughter, Tanya, has set up a Facebook page to report on her progress. Send a note to ieafcslife@gmail.com if you would like more information on that.

It Was An Enjoyable Day!

Twenty two former Extension Home Economics Advisers (Family & Consumer Science Educators) gathered in Springfield this week to catch up on life after retirement for everyone. It was a good day of discussing past and present activities!

Those in the photo are: Ruby Lingle, Janet Burnett, Martha Winter, Jananne Finck, Carol Schlitt, Kathy Wolters, Diane Duewer, Mary Ann Fugate, Shirley Camp, Sheryl Hodges, Bev Combs, Mary Jo Stewart, Barb Farner, Joy Richey, Marjorie LaFont, Rachel Schwarzendruber, Amy Griswold, Johanna Bruns, Sharon Kuhns, Robin Bagwell, Cammy Seguin, and Mary Fouts.

Mark your calendar for next year's Summer Reunion. The date is July 30th. We hope to see you there!