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Emz214 — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:59:11 CST

Welcome to the Bethlehem Jr. Grange # 115 website!
See you at the Holiday Party Sunday December 20th at 4pm
Next meeting is Saturday January 9th at 1pm.
Check out our events page to see what's coming!

The Junior Grange is for children ages 5 - 14 who want to have an awesome time and make new friends!

The Youth Grange is for teens and adults between the ages of 14-24. We usually start moving Juniors who are 13 into this group as it meets their creative needs better.

The subordinate grange is for members 18 and older. Here is the link to the Bethlehem Grange #137.

The Grange is all about leadership, responsibility, FUN, respect, honesty, COMMUNITY SERVICE, traditions and more !

The Bethlehem Grange # 137 Community Center, is located in the Town of Bethlehem, Albany County, Selkirk, NY. It is located 1/10th of a mile west of the Rt. 396 and 9w intersection.

http://www.nysgrange.org New York State Grange Webpage

www.nationalgrange.com National Grange webpage

If you have any questions about the Bethlehem Jr. Grange - post a thread, or you can e-mail me at emily.t.214@hotmail.com. I'd love to hear from anyone.

2009 Events!

Emz214 — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:09:19 CST

Our Annual Holiday party will take place on Sunday December 20th from 4-7pm. We will have a movie to watch (hopefully!), games, crafts and a gift exchange as well as a potluck dinner.

Jr + Youth Member newsletter

Emz214 — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:59:06 CST

Junior/Youth Letter

Hello everyone!

I hope you're having a great week! Our meeting for December (there is only one this month) is Saturday December 12th and 1pm.

Don't forget about the In between meeting task that is due December 12th if you want an extra point!

Faith - Draw a picture of yuor favorite season

Jillian + Sara - Write a paragraph about your favorite season and why you like it.

Andrea, Daniel, Kelly - Write a paragraph about an activity you like to do during your favorite season.

Adam, Halle, Teresa, Steven - Write - either a story or skit or poem about your favorite season. Be ready to present it at the next meeting.

For an additional point, get this newsletter signed and bring it to the meeting!

See you soon!

-Emily

Monthly Newsletters

Emz214 — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:57:10 CST

Happy December Parents!

Our group has been very busy! In the November meetings we have focused on voting for our new officer positions. We did a fair election, letting everyone participate in a secret ballot. We have also learned about the characteristics that make a good President, and those who wanted to have worked on the President Merit Badge project. Everyone had an opportunity to try out their new position, and we also put together the dictionaries for our Words for Thirds Project that will probably take place in January or February.

December usually makes most people think of Christmas, so I assume everyone is wondering what is going on with our Holiday Party this year. The probable dates for this years party are Sunday December 20th, or Sunday January 10th. The party would be a potluck dinner at 6. We will probably have games to play and activities to do as well as our usualy gift exchange. Using a $5 limit, everyone should bring a gift for a child. (Girls should bring girls gifts, boys bring boy gifts) this way everyone will have a gift to open that is appropriate to them.

Finally, it is important to note, we will only have ONE meeting in December. Saturday December 12th at 1 pm will be the ONLY meeting in December, because the second meeting would be on the 26th.

See you all on Saturday December 12th at 1pm!

Award's Ceremony - November 1, 2009

Emz214 — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:15:10 CST

New Member Badges: Faith McCoy, Jillian Hagen, Sara Stangle

Grange Adventure #1 (attending Jr. Grange Camp) - Daniel McCoy, Adam McCoy, Teresa Thomas, Kelly Thomas-Mertz

Grange Adventure #5 (learning the alphabet and your name in American Sign Language) Adam McCoy, Andrea Drobner, Kelly Thomas Mertz.

Grange Adventures #10 (Helping to set up fair display) Jillian Hagen, Daniel McCoy, Faith McCoy, Adam McCoy, Teresa Thomas, Kelly Thomas-Mertz.

Discovery Network #2 (Making 4 or more crafts and entering them in state competition) Faith McCoy

Discovery Network #5 (Reading 10 books at your reading level and present it to the grange) Teresa Thomas

Discovery Network #14 (Researching 3 dinosaurs, make a model, write a report and present it to the grange) Teresa Thomas

Outstanding Community Service Award: Faith McCoy, Adam McCoy, Daniel McCoy, Teresa Thomas

Perfect Attendance Award: Teresa Thomas

Participants in No Child Left Inside National Program: Jillian Hagen, Daniel McCoy, Faith McCoy, Adam McCoy, Andrea Drobner, Teresa Thomas, Kelly Thomas-Mertz.

Participants in National Creative Writing Contest: Daniel McCoy, Teresa Thomas, Faith McCoy, Kelly Thomas-Mertz

Participants in National Art Contest: Kelly Thomas-Mertz, Andrea Drobner, Faith McCoy.

Craft Awards entered at State Level:

Wall Hanging

Age 5-8: Faith McCoy

9-11: Kelly Thomas-Mertz

Recycled Lid

5-8: Faith McCoy

9-11: Kelly Thomas-Mertz

12-14: Teresa Thomas

Medallion

5-8: Faith McCoy

9-11: Andrea Drobner

Cinnamon Scents

5-8: Sara Stangle

9-11: Kelly Thomas-Mertz

12-14: Daniel McCoy

2010 Events

Emz214 — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:17:57 CST

February - Valentine's Bake Sale
March - Sub Sale
April - Grange Month Game Night
June - Camp
July-August - Summer Day Camp Programs
October - Halloween party + Award's ceremony

Bethlehem Youth

Emz214 — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:58:21 CDT

Our Youth group is working very hard and will be volunteering at a benefit dinner Saturday September 19th at our Grange Hall.
Get ready, get set! There is a Halloween Sleep - over on October 30th.

Our youth group is currently planning their goals and projects for 2010, don't miss out!

Talent Show

Emz214 — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 21:49:30 CDT

Got Talent? Show it off! Sunday November 8th 4pm Bethlehem Community Center Rt. 396 Selkirk, NY
§ Magic tricks § Poetry § Dramatic reading § Musical talents (singing, instruments etc.) § Dance § Show us what you’re made of!

Entry fee: Individuals - $5
Groups - $10
Mandatory Rehearsal Saturday November 7th 10am-12pm
Registration due Tuesday October 27th
Register by contacting Emily: 488-7833 or thomase801@strose.edu , or fax 463-5709

Name (if group, please list all names and ages respectively)
Age
Address
Phone Number
Talent

Permission Slip for Halloween Sleep-Over

Emz214 — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 21:47:32 CDT

You’re Invited to the Bethlehem Jr. Grange’s Annual Halloween Party!

Friday October 30th – Saturday October 31st

(Yes, you read it right, it’s a sleep-over this year!)

Children ages 6 and older may sleep over

(Must have permission slip signed if under 18 years old)

6:30-8:30pm – Free Carnival – open to the Public with games, face painting, crafts and a prize booth! (Please note there is NO supper at this event)
8:30-10:30 – Camp Fire and ghost stories in the back yard with hot chocolate and s’mores!
10:30-Midnight – Movies, board games, reflections
12Midnight – Lights out – Boys upstairs – Girls downstairs
8:30am Pancake breakfast
10:00 am Time to go home!

Please keep in mind this is a new and improved party! There will be great carnival prizes to win and great games to play. The more people that come makes the party better! Instead of bringing a dish to pass for dinner, we need people to bring something for breakfast. We have pancakes and syrup but we need things like milk, juices, and fruit. Please fill out the permission slip and get it back to me by October 23rd. We will be outside for the fire pit – please bring and or dress in warm clothing! Also, we will be sleeping on the floor so bring your pillow, sleeping bag and any other items to get comfortable! (Air mattress, extra blankets etc.)
Name: ________________________Age:_____
Birth Date: _________ Male or Female
Address:_________________________________________________________
Phone Number __________________________
Allergies/Medical Conditions _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Parent Name: __________________________________ Parent Signature: ________________________________
Item for breakfast: _________________________________

Halloween Party 2009

Emz214 — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 21:44:27 CDT

Free Halloween Carnival Friday October 30th 6:30pm-8:30pm Bethlehem Community Center Rt.396 Selkirk, NY
· Carnival Games · Snacks · Prizes · Arts and crafts · Face Painting
Fun for all ages! Contact Emily for more information 488-7833 or Thomase801@strose.edu

Summer Day Camp Programs

Emz214 — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:07:26 CDT

After such a great response this past summer with our Writing Workshops, Matt and I will be extending our summer program. There will be more activities to choose from, and more time to spend there! The tentative plan right now is:

- A 2 week drama program where we will spend 6-8 hours a day, Monday through Friday rehearsing a play to put on at the end of the 2 week period.
- 1 week cooking and baking program - participants will learn how to cook meals and bake desserts. (Math skills and hygenic lessons will be implemented)
- 1 week singing, drill and dance group.
- 1 week Arts and Crafts and Science Experiments.
- 1 week writing workshops and reading groups.

Writing Workshop

Emz214 — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:15:53 CDT

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Writing Workshops this summer!!!

Congratulations to the winners of our Reading Program:
Jillian
A.J
Teresa

2009 State Crafts

Emz214 — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:58:33 CDT

We will be having a craft day to finish the crafts for state session on August 20th from 12pm-4pm.

2009 Junior Grange Craft Projects
NOTE:
All projects will be judged in groups as follows: Ages 5-8, 9-11, 12-14. May be entered by Junior Grange members of children/grandchildren of Grange members. Each Junior Grange is allowed to send a total of 15 craft projects to State Grange for state-level judging. You may send one for each age group for all 5 projects. All crafts need to be labled with Name, address, Junior Grange, County.

Peanut Butter Balls
3/4 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup skim milk, 1/4 cup rasins, 4 graham crackers (2 inch square) Broken into pieces. 1 teaspoon vanilla, dash of cinnamon. Cream peanut butter with 2 tablespoons milk until well blended. Add remaining ingredients, Mix well. Drop on aluminum foil or wax paper in balls about 1 inch in diamater. Chill. Yeild: 8 balls (4 servings)
Place 8 on a disposable plate and cover. Complete recipe must be included for judging.
JUDGING: Flavor - 45% Appearance - 25% Texture - 30%

Desing a J/G Medallion
On a 8 x 11 sheet of plain white paper, draw a circle no smaller than 6" and no larger than 7". Design a medallion. Repeat on another piece of paper for the back of the medallion. Design both a front and back, J/G sneakers MUST be predominate on one side.
JUDGING:Creativity- 40% Workmanship - 30% Neatness for age - 25%

Recycled Plastic Lid Craft
May use one or more plasstic lids from such items as spray can, margarine tub, 2-liter bottle, jar, etc. Mary decorate with any medium (paint, yarn, butytons, fabric, etc.) Not to exceed 12"x12"x12". If hanging type, must have hanger, magnet, etc. for display. NO KITS.
JUDGING: Originality - 25% Workmanship - 25% Appearance - 25% Neatness 25%

Cinnamon Scents
Ingredients: 6 Tablespoons applesauce; 10 tablespoons ground cinnamon.
Place cinnamon in a bowl, add the applesauce and work/mix until it has a smooth claylike consistency. "Flour" a rolling pin and pastry cloth generously with cinnamon and roll out dough to about 1/8" thick. Using cookie cutters or free form, cut out various shapes from the dough. With a toothpick or nut pick, may mark details on cut out shapes (optional). May also make a hole in each with a straw, etc. to thread string or ribbon for hanging. Place shapes on a cookie sheet. Heat oven 120 degrees. Bake about 1-1/2 hours, turn off heat and leave overnight to harden. Final size not to exceed 12"x12"x12". May docorate shapes in any manner (optional). Note: NOT EDIBLE
JUDGING: Creativity - 40% Workmanship - 30% - Appearance - 30%

Decorated Wall Hanging
Make a wall hanging out of any material you wish to use, fabric, canvas, wood, cardboard, foam, etc. Use any theme. Docorate with any medium. Use your imagination. Completed size not to exceed 18"x18"x18" including the hanger. Must be able to hang on a wall.
JUDGING: Creativity - 30% Workmanship - 40% Appearance 30%
Special "Other" Craft Project
Two catagories - Individual (ages 10-14) Group (all ages but must have one JG member age 10-14) May enter as an individual and/or group. Enter items such as scrapbooks, banners, posters, Agri-Basic report, Legislative craft, digital photography, needle-point, etc. ANYTHING that has been worked on in the past year, and compacted/able to fit in a 12"x12"x12" space for ease of transport. All entries to be judged at State Grange Session. Judging on Dahish system, each entry receiving a ribbon and certificate.

NEW YORK STATE GRANGE PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
This contest is open to both Adult and Junior members, and is divided into three divisions:
Division I , Subordinate (adult) members
Division II , Junior members Ages 5-9
Division III , Junior members Ages 10-14.
NOTE: Junior's age as of Jan. 1, 2009 determines division.
Photos may be entered in the following catagories in all divisions:
1. Our Beautiful Community
2. Just for Fun
3. Grange Involvements
The photograph must have been taken by the person submitting the entry. The photograph must have been taken sometime during 2008 or 2009. A photograph can only be entered once. Photographs should be no smaller than 5" x 7" and no larger than 8" x 10". The photograph does not have to be framed. Participants may have one entry per category. Traditional printed photographs or digital photographs can be entered. On the back of the photograph list the division, category, name, address, and Grange of the person submitting the entry.

NEW YORK STATE GRANGE ART CONTEST
This contest is open to both Adult and Junior members, and is divided into three divisions:
Division I , Subordinate (adult) members
Division II , Junior members Ages 5-9
Division III , Junior members Ages 10-14.
NOTE: Junior's age as of Jan. 1, 2009 determines division
Art may be entered in the following categories in all divisions:
1. OILS AND ACRYLICS OR CRAYON/MARKERS
2. WATERCOLORS
3. CHARCOAL OR PENCIL DRAWING
Each entry must the the original work of the member submitting it. All entries must be completed during 2008 or 2009. A work of art can only be entered once. Entries must not be larger than 24" x 36". There is no minimum size requirement. Participants may have one entry per catagory. Do not send glass with entries.

Youth Sleep-over

Emz214 — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 14:46:34 CDT

Our sleepover will take place as our Halloween party this year! Save the date: October 30th.

Registration Form for Workshops

Emz214 — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:07:16 CDT

Writing Workshop Registration Form Summer 2009

Name: __________________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________ Phone: ____________ Date of Birth: ___________ Male or Female
Grade enrolled in for Fall 2009 (must be at least entering 1st grade): _________________
Emergency Contact Information (Other than parent):
Name: __________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________
Phone: ____________ Relation to the applicant: ________________________________

Because we will be offering a snack, it is important that we are aware of any food allergies. Allergies: _______________________________________________________________
Any other Medical Information we should be aware of? (Medications, conditions, etc.)
___________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________

Please check the work shops you would like to attend, you may attend as many or few as you would like, but please be aware that there are limited spaces for each workshop.
___ July 9th Short Stories
___ July 16th Dramatic Reading and Writing
___ July 23rd Poetry
___ July 30th Lyrics
___ August 6th Nonfiction
___ August 13th Short Stories
___ August 20th Dramatic Reading and Writing
___ August 27th Final day – reading and a party!

Parent Information & Consent Name: __________________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________ Phone: Home ______________ Work _____________

By signing this I agree to allow (applicant’s name) ________________________ to attend the above marked workshops from 9am to 12pm.
I understand that my child will be in a learning environment and should act accordingly.
I also understand that if there are any behavioral problems, I may be called and asked to pick up my child.
_______________________________ _______ ______________________________
Parent's Signature Date Applicant's Signature

Send form to Emily Thomas by July 1, 2009

50 Edgecomb Street, Albany NY 12209
or fax to 463-5709
Please don't email - I need a signature.

Sub Sale

Emz214 — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:32:11 CDT

Congratulations to all who helped! We made $100! Awesome job.

Return to Emily by March 21, 2009
The Bethlehem Jr. Grange says, “Let us do lunch!”
Come get a handmade sub from the Bethlehem Jr. Grange located in the Town of Bethlehem, Albany County, Selkirk, NY. It is in the hamlet of Beckers Corners which is located on NY Route 396, just west of the junction of US Route 9W. Sub pick up is saturday march 28th from 12-3pm.

1. Choose your sub size: 6 inch $3.00 , Foot long, $5.00
2. Choose your bread: White or wheat
3. Choose up to two (2) meats: (Add $0.50 for any extras)

a. Ham b. Salami c. Roast beef d. Pepperoni e. Turkey f. Bologna

4. Choose one (1) cheese: (Add $0.50 for any extras) a. Provolone b. American c. Swiss

5. Toppings:

a. Lettuce b. Onion c. Tomatoes d. Green olives e. Black olives f. Pickles

6. Choose any number of dressings: (Served on the side)

a. Russian b. French c. Italian d. Ranch e. Mayonnaise

7. Soda $0.50: Diet Cola Regular Cola
8. Chips $.050: (Choose type at pick up)
9. Chocolate Chip Cookies $0.50

Sub price ___________
Extras ____________
Soda _____________
Chips _____________
Cookies _____________
Total ______________

Name _______________
Phone # ____________________

Order a T-shirt to remember the event!

Emz214 — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 21:22:58 CST

We will be selling T-shirts to remember our first ever youth sleep-over! As a first time event, we are only going to be accepting pre-orders for the shirts. Shirts are $10.00 each, regardless of size. Order must be received by March 2, 2009 (same as registration date) in order for us to place the order for shirts!

	Quantity	Size (Adult sizes)
		Small
		Medium
		Large
		X-Large
Total

Please be aware that we cannot purchase shirts until payments are made. We make a profit of about 14-15 cents per shirt, and will be using that amount to start a Youth Grange for our area. Thank you!

Registration Forms for Youth and Volunteers

Emz214 — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 18:11:17 CST

Youth members under 18 years old Complete Form and send with $5.00 per person. [This covers cost of Dinner, snack and breakfast. ]

Name________________________________________________________________ Address________________________________________________________________ Telephone _________________________ Please Circle: Male or Female
Date of Birth________________
Age as of April 1, 2009_____________
Grange Name __________________________________________________
Officer position if you hold one in the Grange ______________________________________________ Group Member request (If you want to be in a group with someone)________________________________________________________
e-mail ___________________________________________________________________

Please List two (2) Emergency Contact numbers and addresses.

Name______________________________________ Address__________________________________________________________________________ Telephone _____________________________
Relation to youth member ___________________________________________ Name______________________________________ Address__________________________________________________________________________ Telephone _________________________________
Relation to youth member ___________________________________________

I, ___________________________ (Parent/Guardian) agree to allow _______________________ (Name of youth) to participate in the Spring Break Youth Sleepover. I have read the letter and know the activities that will be taking place at the event. I am aware that I must check out my child between 10:30 and 11:30 am on Thursday April 16, 2009 at the Bethlehem Grange Hall.
_______________________________ (Parent/guardian signature)

I, _____________________________ (Youth) agree not to: bring any drugs, weapons, or wear inappropriate clothing. I understand that if any of these items are found, they will be confiscated, a parent will be notified, and I will be sent home. I also agree not to use my cell phone during events unless it is an emergency.
____________________________________ (Youth Signature)
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Please mail this form to: Emily Thomas 50 Edgecomb Street Albany, NY 12209 or

fax: (518) 463-5709 by March 2, 2009

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Chaperones and Volunteer Registration form [18 and older] Complete forms and send with $5.00 per person. [This covers cost of Dinner, snack, and breakfast.]

Name________________________________________________________________ Address________________________________________________________________
Telephone _________________________ Please Circle: Male or Female
Date of Birth***________________
Grange Name __________________________________________________
Officer position if you hold one in the Grange ______________________________________________
e-mail ___________________________________________________________________

Please List two (2) Emergency Contact numbers and addresses.

Name______________________________________ Address__________________________________________________________________________ Telephone _____________________________
Relation ___________________________________________ Name______________________________________ Address__________________________________________________________________________ Telephone _________________________________
Relation ___________________________________________

*** I understand that youth technically runs until the age of 24, for those of you between the ages of 18 and 24 I will ask you to participate by being a group leader. You will still be able to participate in every activity and still be helping keep everyone safe so we can all enjoy our night!

Medical Form

Emz214 — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:02:10 CST

Medical Information
Name: _________________________________________________________________
DOB: ______________________________
Male or Female

Please check all that apply:
o Sleep walking
o Allergies (Food, medication etc.) ______________________________________________
o Medication (Please list name, dosage and reason.) __________________________________
o Special Dietary Needs: __________________________________________________________
o Other _________________________________________________________________________

In case of an emergency:
Doctors Name ______________________________________________________________________ Phone Number: __________________________________
Health Insurance Provider _____________________________________________________________ Card and Policy # __________________________________________________________________ Please mail this form to: Emily Thomas 50 Edgecomb Street Albany, NY 12209 or fax: (518) 463-5709 by March 2, 2009

Christmas Party 2008

Emz214 — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 13:18:56 CST

December 30, 2008 was our annual Christmas party and everyone had a great time.We had a wonderful time and made many new friends! We even gained a new member!