OCTOBER 2019

BG Area Homemaker Meeting Registration Name: ___________________________________________ Phone: _______________________ Email: ___________________________________________ Check here for Vegetarian Meal: _________ I hereby grant the FCS Program, University of Kentucky and their agents, the right to use, reproduce, assign and /or distribute still pictures, video and sound recordings of myself without compensation for use in promotion, advertising, educational publications or online content.

Brunch Menu Quiche Muffin

Fruit Cup Lemonade, Tea, Coffee

Vegetarian choice available on request

Coopera ve Extension Service Faye e County Extension 1140 Harry Sykes Way Lexington, KY 40504 Phone (859) 257‐5582

Bluegrass Area Extension Homemakers Annual Meeting

Votes For Women:

Remembering the Movement in Story and Song

When Friday, October 25, 2019

Where

Fayette County Extension Office 1140 Harry Sykes Way

Lexington, KY

Time 9:00 a.m. - Registration 9:30 a.m. - Call to Order

Registration Fee

$15.00 Make Check Payable:

Fayette County Homemakers

Registration Deadline October 11

Mail Registration and Fee to: BG Area Homemaker Meeting

Fayette County Extension Office 1140 Harry Sykes Way Lexington, KY 40504

Women’s Suffrage Centennial Chorus

Cooking Through the Calendar: BBQ Sweet Potato Nachos ~ Wednesday, October 2

Kentucky Proud Evening: The Bluegrass Files: Down the Rabbit Hole by F J Massina ~ Thursday, October 3 Monthly Table Runner - October: 60 Degree Triangle ~ Monday, October 7

Pumpkin Raw Edge Runner ~ Tuesday, October 15 Chinese New Year Basket Class ~ Wednesday, October 16 Log Cabin Christmas Tree Wall Hanging ~ Thursday, October 17

Turn Fall Vegetables into Delicious Dishes ~ Wednesday, October 23 What’s In Your Quilting Toolbox? ~ Wednesday, October 30

Monthly Table Runner-November: Maple Leaves and Zig Zag ~ Monday, November 4 Cooking Through the Calendar: Autumn Apple Pork ~ Wednesday, November 6

Shadow Quilt ~ Wednesday, November 6 Pajama Party ~ Thursday, November 7

Civil War Quilt Class/Underground Railroad Sampler ~ 1st

and 3nd Thursdays of each month November 2019-June 2020, starting November 7

Scandinavian Star ~ Thursday, November 21

Making Food for Holiday Giving ~ Thursday, November 21 Monthly Table Runner-December: Gift Package ~ Monday, December 2 Kentucky Proud Evening: Mommy Goose: Rhymes from the Mountains by Mike Norris ~ Thursday, December 5

Raleigh Candle Basket ~ Thursday, December 12

Peppermint Twist 2006 Basket ~ Thursday, December 12 Crazy Stocking ~ Thursday, December 12

Be sure to check out the Food, Creativity & Solutions Classes (Descriptions and Registration form in newsletter)

Military Missions Collections Bring your items for donations November 4-8

DONATION LIST FOR CARE PACKAGES: GIFT ITEMS: Puzzle Books, Small Nerf Balls, Playing Cards, Travel Games, Hacky Sacks, Bibles (pocket size), Hair Bands/Ties DRINK ITEMS: Coffee, Hot Cocoa Mix, Tea Bags (individually wrapped), Powdered Drink Mix for Bottled Water: Crystal Light, Gatorade, Kool-Aid, Equate, Propel, etc. SNACK ITEMS: Hard Candy, Cookies, Snack Bars – any type, Chex Mix, Crackers, Sunflower Seeds, Chewing Gum, Trail Mix, Slim Jims, Twizzlers, Beef Jerky, Popcorn. Items need to be small packages or individual serving size packets. PERSONAL CARE ITEMS: Baby Wipes (no tubs), Eye Drops, Vaseline, Nasal Saline Spray, Foot Powder, Boot Insoles, Tissues (pocket size), Socks, Lens Cleansing Wipes, Lip Balm, Female Sanitary Items, Travel size: Shampoo, Lotion, and Hand Sanitizer (alcohol free) CARDS: *Buy a box of cards, sign them, and write a short personal note of thanks to our troops *Write personal letters to be included in our packages *Make handmade cards (non-holiday) MISCELLANEOUS: Ziploc Bags - sandwich, quart, gallon. Monetary donations for postage.

Saturday, November 9, 2019

Fayette County Cooperative Extension Service

1140 Harry Sykes Way Lexington, KY

Brunch at 11:00 a.m.

Bring items for Military Missions List of acceptable items included in this newsletter

Quilts of Valor Brunch & Ceremony

Quilt of Valor Brunch & Ceremony - November 9, 2019 Name: _____________________________________ Phone: _____________________________________

Registration deadline: November 2, 2019 Mail to: QOV, Fayette County Extension,

1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington, KY 40504 Or Call 859-257-5582 to be added to the list

Joy of Giving

Monday, December 9, 2019, is the date to save for the 2019 Joy of Giving community outreach program sponsored by the Fayette Extension Homemakers Association. Joy of Giving is a community outreach program that targets seniors in local nursing care centers. Each holiday season nursing home residents are invited to join homemaker club members to share holiday food and fellowship. Gifts are provided for residents to select and share with loved ones and friends as well as for personal use. This historic program is unique in its goal to provide community volunteer service to seniors with minimum family support, especially during the holiday season. The following list of items have been approved for donation. The need is great and associate members as well as the general public are encouraged to bring donations to the Fayette County Extension Office on or before December 5. All donations will be distributed by a Fayette Extension Homemaker Club at a participating nursing care center. Thank you in advance for your contribution.

Shopping list: Wall calendars with pictures, clocks with large numerals that run on batteries, small stuffed animals that can be held on their lap, small plastic pictures frames and small photo albums, coloring books and crayons, picture books, large print crossword puzzle books, large print word find books, small jigsaw puzzles with large pieces for the elderly fingers to grab. Music CD’s or movie DVD’s (consider the age and population for selection), Combs and hair brushes for men and women, soft nail files (no metal), hair bands, hair bows, hair barrettes, liquid bath soap, body and hand lotion, lap throws, small lap blanket or shoulder wraps/ shawls, small blankets, quilts, throws, slipper socks with non skid bottoms, diabetic socks and socks with Holiday themes-Christmas, Easter, etc., sweaters, cardigans, sweat shirts and pants, flannel shirts, warm nightgowns or pajamas, billfolds, purses, men’s belts, winter hats/gloves/ warm scarves as residents go out on outings or to doctor appointments, jewelry, watches, necklaces/clip earrings, T-shirts (UK is a favorite), UK or NFL items (clothing or fan items). Clothing any adult size – but especially larger and plus sizes for MEN and WOMEN, sugar free candy, tins of sugar free cookies Items not to be given as gifts: glass or power items due to safety issues if spilled and or broken, magnets due to medical issues, hand sanitizer, cologne or after shave due to the alcohol content and candles that have a flame. Candles that are battery operated are acceptable.

We need help from all our Homemaker Clubs and/or any individual whether or not a homemaker members to make this day special for the nursing home residents. We need gifts for about 1000 residents for the nursing homes we serve. Please call Marilyn Caudell at (859)224-0727, if you would like to volunteer, have gifts or wrapping supplies that you cannot bring to us...we will pick up.

Save on Auto Insurance Taking the AARP Smart Driver Safety Course could earn you a discount on your automobile insurance

premiums for three to five years, and you will be a better driver. The AARP Smart Driver Safety Course will be held on October 29, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Fayette County Extension Office, 1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington. The AARP Smart Driver Safety Program is a classroom course for drivers aged 50 and over. The course identifies many of the changes which occur as we age and suggests strategies for accommodating those changes for safer driving. Participants who complete the course will receive a certificate which many car insurance agencies honor with a discount. A small fee covers course expenses: $15.00 for AARP members, $20.00 for non-members. Feel free to bring a sack lunch if you would like, the class will continue through the lunch hour.

Seating is limited. Pre-register by calling the Fayette County Extension Office at 859-257-5582.

October is Membership Month! Help grow Homemakers: We want to bring 50 new members into our programs and clubs this year. Here's how you can 'bee' involved:

Reach out to friends in other clubs, groups, and settings and invite them to your next club meeting.

Give a copy of our new membership brochure to your friends, or leave in easy-to-see places. You can get copies from the office.

"Like" our Facebook page, ,https://www.facebook.com/FayetteCoHM/, and share our events and info on your own Facebook page.

Give a 'gift' of membership: Offer to pay the $8 Homemaker membership fee for a friend.

Grow a NEW club! Consider creating a new club with friends at work, church, school, the gym -- wherever you have a bunch of friends. The Office can help you get started.

Questions? Contact the Extension Office or Fayette County Homemaker Association Vice President Doraine Bailey at 859-373-9457 or doraineb@hotmail.com.

Fayette County Homemaker Gift Membership

Name: _____________________________________

Address: ____________________________________

City: _______________________________________

State: ________________ ZIP: __________________

E-mail Address:_______________________________

Daytime Phone: ______________________________

Gender: ____ Female ____ Male

Ethnic Group: ___Hispanic ___Not Hispanic

Race: ____ White ____ Black

____ Asian Other (list):________

Gift given by:________________________________

Please make $8.00 check payable to: Fayette County Extension Homemakers

Return to:

Fayette County Homemakers , 1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington, KY 40504

Quilts of Valor How to Request a Quilt of Valor. Visit: www.qovf.org to make the request. A Quilt of Valor® is a single lifetime award. We will need your help in making this award including verifying that your nominee has not previously been awarded a Quilt of Valor. They will be contacting you to arrange a presentation time and place. If you are not the person who will make those arrangements, please have that information ready for the QOVF volunteer who contacts you. Please include all pertinent information in your request. Let them know if there are any special circumstances that affect making this award (currently deployed, hospice, surprise, etc.). Awards for service members currently deployed will be planned to take place upon their return to the States. Thank you for your assistance in making this award to your loved one.

The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.

Kentucky Proud Evenings, a series of monthly author talks. These events will occur at 6:00pm at the Fayette County Extension Office, 1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington. Plate it Up! Kentucky Proud food samples will be available for those attending. Reserve your spot at a talk by calling the Fayette County Extension Office (859-257-5582). Copies of the book being discussed will be available for sale at the events. The Bluegrass Files: Down the Rabbit Hole by F J Messina - Thursday, October 3rd, 6:00 p.m. Sonia Vitale is new at the PI game; she’s got a quirky partner; and she’s working with her handsome competition. But can she survive long enough to trust in love again? What Sonia uncovers as she surveils a small Kentucky horse farm sends her on a journey she could never have imagined. Speeding cars, bullets, secret codes and mysterious voices burst into her life. And the most challenging conundrum of all – two very different men, each of whom enflames her Italian passions. Come along for the ride as Sonia takes her first steps on a dangerous, action-packed journey that will eventually lead her from novice PI to consummate yet compassionate professional. Ring Around the Moon: Mommy Goose Rhymes by Mike Norris ~ Thursday, December 5th, 6:00 p.m. As this collection adeptly illustrates, nursery rhymes not only evoke innocence, discovery, and joy for children of all ages, but they also can educate and celebrate tradition. Ring Around the Moon features original rhyming poems in a time-honored Appalachian style that acknowledges the importance of the region and its rich heritage while introducing readers to the whimsical and enchanting world of Mommy Goose.

President’s News

HAPPY FALL Y'ALL!

Greetings to all on this official start of fall! Hope we are trying to adjust to the lack of rain and hot Indian summer conditions. I feel the "real" fall weather will emerge soon!

As we look at this month--I hope you have OCTOBER 25TH circled big on your calendars for the BLUEGRASS AREA HOMEMAKERS MEETING! If you have not registered--please STOP now and go and take care of that! We need everyone on board for this event--we only host every nine years and Fayette County is excited about this meeting! For $15--a great brunch will be served, along with a very interesting program planned. Information has been sent to the clubs/presidents about various committees we will need help with. It will be great to fellowship with all the different counties--plus you may get lucky and win a great door prize! Please respond to the office by October 11th! Thanks in advance for your response and work!

With fall comes many new opportunities to build up our membership--October is membership month for Homemakers. Invite a friend to the Area meeting or purchase a $8.00 mailbox membership gift for a family member, friend, neighbor or use as a stocking stuffer during the holidays. Let us work to grow our membership for this year.

As you look through the newsletter--check out all the events coming up--new classes--hands on activities--festive new lessons lined up that will get us excited about the fall and holidays ahead. Take advantage of all the wonderful activities the Extension office has to offer.

***Remember October is breast cancer awareness month--if you have not had a mammogram this year--check with your doctor and schedule one soon. Let us support this great cause!

Hope to see you soon!

Be blessed and be safe!

President Alyce S.Emerson

Family and Consumer Sciences Specialty Club Meetings

Specialty Clubs focus on learning, developing and preserving a specific skill, interest or activity. There is a deliberate focus on sharing members’ skills with others to strengthen the community. Participants do not have to be an expert - as the objective is to learn. During the monthly meetings, members work on personal projects, participate in group projects and learn new techniques and methods from fellow members. Specialty clubs meet at the Fayette County Extension Office. You are welcome to join us at anytime.

Sew Mores Meets the 4th Saturday of each month at 9:00 a.m. Savings Lifestyle 101 “Coupon Club” Meets the 1st Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Quilters Guild of the Bluegrass Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Grandparent/Caregiver Support Group Meets the 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Kentucky Krafters Meets the 4th Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. Lost Ways Meets the last Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Open Sewing Room September 3, 10, 17, 24 - 8:00am-4:00pm Strength and Stability Meets on Wednesdays at 6:30pm Knitting Club 2nd and 4th Thursday at 1:30pm Crochet Club 3rd Thursday at 6:00pm

Join us for Job Club The Fayette County Cooperative Extension Service, University of Kentucky (UK) Alumni Association, and UK Human Resources Staff Career Development are pleased to announce the Fall 2019 Central Kentucky Job Club schedule. The purpose of the Job Club is to provide a positive environment for motivated job seekers to meet, connect, share and learn. The free group is open to the public and meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, from 9:00–10:15 a.m. at the Fayette County Cooperative Extension office, 1140 Harry Sykes Way, Lexington, KY. Business attire is encouraged. Convenient, free parking is available. Job Club is for you if you are motivated and currently out of work, underemployed or looking to make a career transition. In addition, recruiters and employers are always welcome and introduced to Job Club attendees. For more information, call the UK Alumni Association at 859-257-8905, the Fayette County Cooperative Extension office at 859-257-5582, or the UK Staff Career Development Office at 859-257-8920. Additional information including testimonials from former Job Club participants can be viewed at: www.ukalumni.net/jobclub. Job Club Meeting Schedule: October 8: Target Your Resume - Presented by Caroline Francis, Ed.S., CCC, BCC, CCSP, Director of UK Alumni Career Services & Amanda Schagane, MSEd, CCC, CCSCC, Associate Director, UK Alumni Career Services

October 22: Building a Foundation for Success: How to Ace Your Interview – Presented by April Spellman, Corporate Recruiter, Gray Construction *Free resume critiques immediately following Job Club for attendees.

November 12: Writing Your Way to Your Next Opportunity – Presented by Amanda Lawrence, PhD, Lecturer/Course Coordinator, UK Instructional Communication and Research

November 26: Finding Employment after 50 – Presented by Diane Kohler, MA, CCMC, Manager, UK Human Resources Career Development

December 10: Keeping Your Sense of Humor in the Ups and Downs of a Job Search – Presented by Mike Nichols, PhD, Licensed Psychologist and Retired Professor of Psychology

Mindful Chair Yoga Yoga is an excellent way for adults to loosen and stretch painful muscles, reduce stress, and improve circulation. It also reduces anxiety, helps lower blood pressure, protects joints, and builds strength and balance. Chair yoga can lessen the impact of chronic illnesses and pain. Attend this presentation to learn some fantastic chair yoga poses and exercises that can be easily completed at home or in a group setting.

Everyone is welcomed to join this lesson presented by Madison McAlmond, Nicholas County Family and Consumer Sciences Agent, on November 19, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Fayette County Extension Service.

The program is free and open to the public. Please register by calling 859-257-5582 so we will have plenty of handouts.

Foster Care Bags Sewing Day Friday, November 1 ~ 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Sierra Smith will be leading us to make duffle bags for the Foster care programs. We need sewers, ironers, cutters and finishers. So, if you don’t sew, come and help out in another way. Feel free to bring a sack lunch. We need you to help us complete the bags as one of our charitable projects. Please RSVP to 859-257-5582 if you plan to volunteer.

Turn Fall Vegetables into Delicious Dishes

Join us on Wednesday, October 23, 6:00 p.m. and learn to make great entrees and side dishes using those sometimes-challenging fall vegetables like broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cauliflower, eggplant, butternut squash, turnips and more. You’ll see the steps for making dishes start to finish, and have a chance to sample several. Recipes will also be provided—some might be great additions to your holiday meals. Class taught by Victoria Faoro, Champion Food Volunteer. Cost: $5 for Fayette Co Homemakers or $13 for non-members. See registration form later in this newsletter.

Pajama Party! Everyone loves comfy pajama pants! Make a pair for yourself or someone you love. During class on Thursday, November 7 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. you will learn the basic garments skills you need to sew pajama pants: a fun, simple project that is perfect for beginners.

You will learn to transfer and use a pattern to cut fabric, sew seams, and create an elastic waist. Skills needed: how to thread and operate your sewing machine. Supplies needed: Butterick Pattern 5153, sewing machine, sewing scissors, straight pins, measuring tape, prewashed flannel fabric (2 3/4 yd), 1” elastic (1 1/2 yd), thread to match your fabric and sewing bobbin for your machine. Please feel free to bring a snack or lunch. This free class has limited seating so register early. See registration form later in this newsletter.

Bluegrass Area Extension Homemakers

Fall Craft Festival

November 8 and 9, 2019

Madison County Extension Office 230 Duncannon Lane Richmond KY 40475

For catalog and registration visit:

http://fayette.ca.uky.edu/content/upcoming-classes

or call

859-257-5582 to have a copy mailed to you.

International Sewing Project Come join us on the October 11, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and learn how to make shorts and tee shirt dresses for children. The State International Homemaker Project includes sewing and sending these children’s garments overseas as well as locally where needed. Please bring your own machine if possible. We do have machines available, but let us know if you want to use one, so we will be prepared. We plan to set up an assembly process to make as many garments as possible. If you are not a seamstress, we can always use help with cutting and pressing or providing supplies. Please contact Fayette County International Chairperson, Rita Hardman by email: ritahardman@mail.com for more information. Please RSVP to 859-257-5582 if you plan to volunteer.

Bluegrass Area Meeting Sewing Day October 1 – 10:00 a.m.

Please join other Homemakers make rosette buttons for Fayette County Extension Homemakers to wear at the Bluegrass Area Extension Homemaker Annual Meeting on October 25. Thanks is advance for your willingness to serve! Contact Doraine Bailey, doraineb@hotmail.com to register and for further details.

Cooperative Extension Service

Fayette County Extension

1140 Harry Sykes Way

Lexington, KY 40504-1383

Phone (859) 257-5582

Email: DL_CES_Fayette@email.uky.edu

http://fayette.ca.uky.edu/

2019 Schedule: October – December We are happy to offer you the following opportunities. Classes/events have limited enrollment

so register early to assure a spot in the classes/events you wish to attend. All classes/events, including the “Free” ones, are “PRE-REGISTRATION” only. For classes/events with a class

fee, registration and fee (cash or check only) must be submitted to reserve a space. * *List will be updated as new classes/events are added. Please check back.* *

Strength and Stability ~ on Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Bring a friend or come alone to a fitness class, Strength and Stability, that is sure to meet your 2019 physical activity goal. The class will be lead by Beth Leistensnider, CYT, 200. This is a beginner level class, accessible to most, that is yoga based with added strength and stability training techniques. Cost: $4.00 per week (exact amount, cash or check only, payable at door). Registration in advance is encouraged but not required. Cooking Through the Calendar: BBQ Sweet Potato Nachos ~ Wednesday, October 2th, 12:00-1:00 p.m.: Class will include a cooking demonstration and taste test. Learn the techniques used in the recipe along with helpful and healthy kitchen tips. Door prizes will be given. Cost: Free, but must register in advance. Kentucky Proud Evening: The Bluegrass Files: Down the Rabbit Hole by F J Messina ~ Thursday, October 3rd, 6:00 p.m.: Sonia Vitale is new at the PI game; she’s got a quirky partner; and she’s working with her handsome competition. But can she survive long enough to trust in love again? What Sonia uncovers as she surveils a small Kentucky horse farm sends her on a journey she could never have imagined. Speeding cars, bullets, secret codes and mysterious voices burst into her life. And the most challenging conundrum of all – two very different men, each of whom enflames her Italian passions. Come along for the ride as Sonia takes her first steps on a dangerous, action-packed journey that will eventually lead her from novice PI to consummate yet compassionate professional. Cost: Free, but must register in advance. Monthly Table Runner - October: 60 Degree Triangle ~ Monday, October 7th, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Throughout the year we will explore some traditional blocks, do some appliqué work, dabble in foundation piecing, and explore the principles and tasks of setting blocks on point, all while keeping the runners seasonal. Classes will focus on learning or reinforcing basic and more advanced quilting skills. Fabric must be cut before class. Cost: $13.00, supply list will be provided after registration. Kit available for an additional fee of $15.00 (for a total of $28.00, class and kit - kits will include all fabric for runner top). Pre-registration is required. Kit: While the integrity of the fabrics (color, holiday theme) will remain true for each pre-cut kit, actual fabrics will probably change according to availability.

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Pumpkin Raw Edge Runner ~ Tuesday, October 15th, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.: Make a fun table runner or wall hanging while learning some tips and trips for raw edge applique. Can make your runner/hanging any size you want - just make that number of pumpkins! Make your pumpkins in the traditional colors of fall or go crazy and make them any color you want. Cost: $20.00, supply list will be provided after registration. “Chinese New Year” Basket ~ WEDNESDAY, October 16th, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.: Oval basket measuring 10x5x6H. Weaving done with alternating 11/64 FO dyed reed and fine seagrass. Shaping will be emphasized. Unique rim in seagrass with coin and bone bead trim. ** Supplies Y OU must provide: water container (bucket/bowl), small towel, scissors (garden type preferable), small flat head screwdriver, 2 dozen snap type clothespins, tape measure, pencil, pocket knife (good sized), sandpaper, weights (unopened soup cans work) and a small spray bottle. Materials for making the actual basket (reed, etc.) will be provided. Please Note: Supplies are specifically cut for each basket two days prior to class. If you need to cancel, you MUST call 72 hours prior to class. SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate. Cost: $40.00 for Fayette Co. Homemaker members or $48.00 for non-members. NEW Log Cabin Christmas Tree Wall Hanging ~ Thursday, October 17th, 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.: Please call the Fayette County Extension Office for more information. Turn Fall Vegetables into Delicious Dishes ~ Wednesday, October 23rd, 6:00 p.m.: Learn to make great entrees and side dishes using those sometimes-challenging fall vegetables like broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cauliflower, eggplant, butternut squash, turnips and more. You’ll see the steps for making dishes start to finish, and have a chance to sample several. Recipes will also be provided—some might be great additions to your holiday meals. Class taught by Victoria Faoro, Champion Food Volunteer. Cost: $5.00 for Fayette Co. Homemakers or $13.00 for non-members. NEW What’s In Your Quilting Toolbox? ~ Wednesday, October 30th, select 9:30-11:30 a.m. OR 1:00-3:00 p.m.: There are hundreds of quilting tools available to purchase, but what is beneficial to you personally for your quilting needs? This workshop will provide a demonstration and discussion regarding a wide variety of quilting accessories that will help the beginner and novice alike make wise choices in the future. Attendees will also make a useful quilt tool in this fun and informative workshop. Instructor: Rita Hardman. Cost: $5.00 Please select: 9:30-11:30 a.m. OR 1:00-3:00 p.m. Monthly Table Runner-November: Maple Leaves and Zig Zag ~ Monday, November 4th, 9:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.: Table runners are an excellent opportunity to learn a new block or pattern, try it to see if it meets your expectations and complete a project without the commitment of a whole quilt. Sample in the office. Cost: $13.00, supply list will be provided after registration. NO KIT available for this class. Fabr ic MUST be cut before class. NEW Shadow Quilt ~ Wednesday, November 6th, 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.: This quilt features dark and light tones that accentuate the floating colored fabric squares. This is a simple quilt to sew with a dramatic effect! Supplies YOU must bring: 2 yards light background fabric; 1 yard dark fabric; 5 inch squares (equivalent to 2 charm packs or 80 squares); Matching thread; scissors; Sewing machine (machines will be provided upon request). Instructor: Rita Hardman. Cost: Free, but must register in advance. This free class has limited seating so register early. Cooking Through the Calendar: Autumn Apple Pork ~ Wednesday, November 6th, 12:00-1:00 p.m.: Class will include a cooking demonstration and taste test. Learn the techniques used in the recipe along with helpful and healthy kitchen tips. Door prizes will be given. Cost: Free, but must register in advance.

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Civil War Quilt Class/Underground Railroad Sampler ~ 1st and 3nd Thursdays of each month, November 2019-June 2020, starting November 7th. First class is on November 7th and will meet 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for both sessions. **For all other classes: select either 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. OR 1:00-4:00 p.m. Required book: Underground Railroad SAMPLER by Eleanor Burns and Sue Bouchard. Each participant is responsible for supplying her/his own book. Because the book is still in active printing and because of copyright laws, the extension office cannot copy any

part of this book. Start looking on line for a used copy, ask friends if they have a copy to borrow. The new pur-chase price of the book is $24.95. The first class, November 7th, will be instruction on cutting, organizing pieces, and preparing to make this quilt. The class will be cutting intensive and will set you up for success through the remainder of class meetings. It is very important that all participants attend. A tools supplies list will be provided after registration. Fabric requirements are given in the required book listed above. You will need to decide ahead of time if you are making 6” blocks for a wall hanging or 12” blocks for lap quilt. SKILL LEVEL: Advanced Beginner. Cost: $80.00 for 8 month class OR $10.00 per month due by the first class of each month (total cost $80.00). No refund given once class begins.

Participants responsible for total cost of all classes whether they attend/complete the quilt or not. Pajama Party ~ Thursday, November 7th, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.: Everyone loves comfy pajama pants! Make a pair for yourself or someone you love. During class you will learn the basic garments skills you need to sew pajama pants: a fun, simple project that is perfect for beginners. You will learn to transfer and use a pattern to cut fabric, sew seams, and create an elastic waist. Skills needed: how to thread and operate your sewing machine. Supplies needed: Butterick Pattern 5153, sewing machine, sewing scissors, straight pins, measuring tape, prewashed flannel fabric (2 3/4 yd), 1” elastic (1 1/2 yd), thread to match your fabric and swing bobbin for your machine. Please feel free to bring a snack or lunch to class. Cost: Free, but must register in advance. This free class has limited seating so register ear ly. “Scandinavian Star” ~ Thursday, November 21st, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.: Ornament Making Day! Make this star in several sizes or all the same size using natural and dyed reed. Also instructions and materials to make an angel and reindeer ornament. ** Supplies Y OU must provide: water container (bucket/bowl), small towel, scissors (garden type preferable), small flat head screwdriver, 2 dozen snap type clothespins, tape measure, pencil, pocket knife (good sized), sandpaper, weights (unopened soup cans work) and a small spray bottle. Materials for making the actual basket (reed, etc.) will be provided. Please Note: Supplies are specifically cut for each basket two days prior to class. If you need to cancel, you MUST call 72 hours prior to class. SKILL LEVEL: Beginner. Cost: $25.00 for Fayette Co. Homemaker members or $33.00 for non-members. Making Food for Holiday Giving ~ Thursday, November 21st, 10:00 a.m.: Learn to make delicious foods you can give as gifts, including holiday cookies, mixes of all kinds, seasoned oils and herb blends, freezer entrees, breads and more. Instructions and recipes will be included for making a range of foods, and many options for great containers will also be provided. Come learn to make special gifts for your friends and family. Class taught by Victoria Faoro, Champion Food Volunteer. Cost: $5.00 for Fayette Co. Homemakers or $13.00 for non-members.

Monthly Table Runner-December: Gift Package ~ Monday, December 2nd, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Table runners are an excellent opportunity to learn a new block or pattern, try it to see if it meets your expectations and complete a project without the commitment of a whole quilt. Throughout the year we will explore some traditional blocks, do some appliqué work, dabble in foundation piecing, and explore the principles and tasks of setting blocks on point, all while keeping the runners seasonal. These classes will focus on learning or reinforcing basic and more advanced quilting skills. If you choose to use your own fabrics, if you choose not to buy the kit each month, your fabric MUST be cut before class. Cost: $13.00, supply list will be provided after registration. Kit available for an additional fee of $15.00 (for a total of $28.00, class and kit - kits will include all fabric for runner top). Pre-registration is required. Kit: While the integrity of the fabrics (color, holiday theme) will remain true for each pre cut kit, actual fabrics will change according to availability. Kentucky Proud Evening: Ring Around the Moon: Mommy Goose Rhymes by Mike Norris ~ Thursday, December 5th, 6:00 p.m. As this collection adeptly illustrates, nursery rhymes not only evoke innocence, discovery, and joy for children of all ages, but they also can educate and celebrate tradition. Ring Around the Moon features original rhyming poems in a time-honored Appalachian style that acknowledges the importance of the region and its rich heritage while introducing readers to the whimsical and enchanting world of Mommy Goose. Cost: Free, but must register in advance. NEW Crazy Quilted Stocking ~ Thursday, December 12th, 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.: Make someone special a one of a kind quilted stocking. Foundation quilt method, utilizing decorative stitching. Cost: $15.00, includes foundation fabric. Supply list will be provided after registration. “Raleigh Candle” Basket ~ Thursday, December 12th, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.: This delicate basket is perfect for an electronic candle. Weaving will be done over a mold to control shaping. Work will be done using narrow reed. Several colors will be offered. ** Supplies Y OU must provide: water container (bucket/bowl), small towel, scissors (garden type preferable), small flat head screwdriver, 2 dozen snap type clothespins, tape measure, pencil, pocket knife (good sized), sandpaper, weights (unopened soup cans work) and a small spray bottle. Materials for making the actual basket (reed, etc.) will be provided. Please Note: Supplies are specifically cut for each basket two days prior to class. If you need to cancel, you MUST call 72 hours prior to class. SKILL LEVEL: Advanced. Cost: $35.00 for Fayette Co. Homemaker members or $43.00 for non-members.

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“Peppermint Twist 2006” Basket ~ Thursday, December 12th, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.: Basket features a filled bottom, French randing and decorative side handles. Size: 4”x3”x4.5”. ** Supplies YOU must provide: water container (bucket/bowl), small towel, scissors (garden type preferable), small flat head screwdriver, 2 dozen snap type clothespins, tape measure, pencil, pocket knife (good sized), sandpaper, weights (unopened soup cans work) and a small spray bottle. Materials for making the actual basket (reed, etc.) will be provided. Please Note: Supplies are specifically cut for each basket two days prior to class. If you need to cancel, you MUST call 72 hours prior to class. SKILL LEVEL: Advanced Beginner. Cost: $15.00 for Fayette Co. Homemaker members or $23.00 for non-members.

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ALL classes/events, including the “Free” ones are “PRE-REGISTRATION” only. Must register and pay the fee, if required, to reserve your space. Fee listed is per person.

Accepted forms of payment are exact cash or check.

If you need to cancel, you must do so one week prior to the class/event time to receive a refund or credit for a different class.

Minimum enrollment is required on all classes/events and is determined by class/event type. If possible, classes/events that do not meet the minimum enrollment will be reschedule one time.

Please Make Check Payable To: Community FCS Programs Mail Payment and Completed Registration Form To:

FCS Registration ~ Fayette County Extension Office ~ 1140 Harry Sykes Way ~ Lexington, KY 40504 For more information, call (859) 257-5582

Class and Cost Class and Cost

Fayette County Homemaker membership ~ Cost per person: $8.00 annually

Wednesday, 10/2: Cooking Through the Calendar: BBQ Sweet Potato Nachos, 12:00- 1:00 p.m. ~ Cost: Free, but must register in advance.

Thursday, 10/3: Kentucky Proud Evening: The Bluegrass Files: Down the Rabbit Hole by F J Messina, 6:00 p.m. ~ Cost: Free, but must register in advance.

Monday, 10/7: Monthly Table Runner - October, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ~ Cost: $13.00, supply list will be provided after registration.

Monday, 10/7: Monthly Table Runner - October, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ~ Cost: $28.00 for class and pre-cut fabric kit for top.

Tuesday, 10/15: Pumpkin Raw Edge Runner, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. ~ Cost: $20.00, supply list will be provided after registration.

Wednesday, 10/16: “Chinese New Year” Basket, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. ~ Cost: $40.00 for Fayette Co. Homemaker members or $48.00 for non-members.

NEW Thursday, 10/17: Log Cabin Christmas Tree Wall Hanging, 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. ~ Please call the Fayette County Extension Office for more information.

Wednesday, 10/23: Turn Fall Vegetables into Delicious Dishes, 6:00 p.m. ~ Cost: $5.00 for Fayette Co. Homemakers or $13.00 for non-members.

NEW Wednesday, 10/30: What’s In Your Quilting Toolbox?, 9:30-11:30 a.m. ~ Cost: $5.00

NEW Wednesday, 10/30: What’s In Your Quilting Toolbox? 1:00-3:00 p.m. ~ Cost: $5.00

Monday, 11/4: Monthly Table Runner - November: Maple Leaves and Zig Zag, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ~ Cost: $13.00, supply list will be provided after registration. (NO kit available.)

Winter Weather Policy When Fayette County Schools are closed, call the

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Class and Cost

Class and Cost

NEW Wednesday, 11/6: Shadow Quilt, 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.~ Cost: Free, but must register in advance.

Wednesday, 11/6: Cooking Through the Calendar: Autumn Apple Pork, 12:00-1:00 p.m. ~ Cost: Free, but must register in advance.

1st and 3rd Thursdays, November 2019 through June 2020, Civil War Quilt Class/Underground Railroad Sampler. First class for all participants will be on Thursday, November 7th at 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. ~ Cost: $80.00. Fabric requirements are given in the required book, which is listed in the class description. ** SELECT A TIME for all remaining class meetings after the first class: _____ 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. _____ 1:00-3:00 p.m.

1st and 3rd Thursdays, November 2019 through June 2020, Civil War Quilt Class/Underground Railroad Sampler. First class for all participants will be on Thursday, November 7th at 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. ~ Cost: $10.00 per month, due by the first class of each month (total cost due is $80.00). Fabric requirements are given in the required book, which is listed in the class description. ** SELECT A TIME for all remaining class meetings after the first class: _____ 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. _____ 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Thursday, 11/7: Pajama Party, 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. ~ Cost: Free, but must register in advance.

Thursday, 11/21: “Scandinavian Star”, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. ~ Cost: $25.00 for Fayette Co. Homemaker members or $33.00 for non-members.

Thursday, 11/21: Making Food for Holiday Giving, 10:00 a.m. ~ Cost: $5.00 for Fayette Co. Homemakers or $13.00 for non-members.

Monday, 12/2: Monthly Table Runner - December: Gift Package, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ~ Cost: $13.00, supply list will be provided after registration.

Monday, 12/2: Monthly Table Runner - December: Gift Package, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. ~ Cost: $28.00 for class and pre-cut fabric kit for top.

Thursday, 12/5: Kentucky Proud Evening: Ring Around the Moon: Mommy Goose Rhymes by Mike Norris, 6:00 p.m. ~ Cost: Free, but must register in advance.

NEW Thursday, 12/12: Crazy Quilted Stocking, 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. ~ Cost: $15,00, includes foundation fabric. Supply list will be provided after registration.

Thursday, 12/12: “Raleigh Candle” Basket, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. ~ Cost: $35.00 for Fayette Co. Homemaker members or $43.00 for non-members.

Thursday, 12/12: “Peppermint Twist” Basket, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. ~ Cost: $15.00 for Fayette Co. Homemaker members or $23.00 for non-members.

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