WWW.COLORADOGRANGE.ORG THE COLORADO GRANGER, JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2017 VOLUME 92, NUMBER 5 150 Grange Accomplishments/Achievements 1. First National Wide Farm Organi- Food and Drug Act. 34. Grange is instrumental in organiz- ident on international discussions of the United Nations. zation. 15. The National Grange secures pas- ing Rural Electric Cooperatives. leading to multilateral trade agree- 47. The National Grange helped found 2. First National Organization to give sage of legislation for Direct elec- 35. Grange is instrumental in organiz- ments and international food aid CARE or Cooperatives for Amer- full voice and vote to women — 60 tion of U.S. Senators. ing rural Water Service Cooperatives. programs such as the General ican Relief Everywhere. years before the adoption of Uni- 16. The National Grange secures pas- 36. Grange is instrumental in organiz- Agreement and International Food 48. The Grange/Germany Friendship versal suffrage in the U.S. sage of legislation for Federal In- ing rural Telephone Cooperatives. Aid Programs such as the General Program, a part of the U.S. Mar- 3. Chicago Entrepreneur Montgom- come Tax. 37. Grange is instrumental in organiz- Agreements on Tariffs and Trade. shall Plan, brought more than 1700 ery Ward begins his mail order bus- 17. The National Grange secures pas- ing public utility districts. 41. Food for Peace. German and European farm teen- iness as a contractor to the Nation- sage of legislation for Smith-Lever 38. Grange is instrumental in organizing 42. The Caribbean Basin Initiative. agers to live with Grange Farm al Grange selling exclusively to Act for vocational education. State Police programs across U.S.A. 43. North American Free Trade families to learn about modern agri- Grange members. 18. The National Grange secures pas- 39. National Grange steadfastly sup- Agreement. culture practices and the advan- 4. First farm organization to attempt sage of legislation for The Clayton ported National Farm Legislation 44. Central American Free Trade tages of democracy. to organize African American farm- Antitrust act. as well as multilateral trade nego- Agreement. 49. The National Grange participat- ers following the Civil War. 19. The National Grange secures pas- tiations and food aid programs to 45. National Grange Assisted in re- ed in Agriculture development pro- 5. Granges sponsor Fairs. sage of legislation for Universal open foreign markets to U.S. Farm- building a world ravaged by eco- grams for the U.S. Peace Corps. 6. Granges sponsor awards for Fairs. Suffrage. ers, advised congress and support nomic depression and war. 50. Grass roots network. 7. National Grange introduces the 20. The Grange secures passage of to every periodic reauthorization 46. The National Grange advised the Please add to the list and send your “Rochdale” system of cooperative successive pieces of legislation to of National Farm legislation, known U.S. Delegation at the Founding additions to [email protected]. business organizations to America. finance general transportation im- as the “Farm Bill.” Over time successful national and re- provement to benefit farming and 40. National Grange has given coun- State Grange Handbook Enclosed gional farm cooperatives were form- rural communities based on dedicat- sel and support to every U.S. Pres- ed from locally organized Grange ed user fees deposited in highway, cooperatives and Grange Stores. waterways and airport trust funds. Former U.S. Deputy Ag Secretary Among 8. Munn vs. Illinois U.S. Supreme 21. The National Grange secures pas- Court decision affirms the consti- sage of federal legislation to assist Keynote Speakers For 2017 Governor’s tutionality of Granger Laws to reg- struggling farmers by strengthen- ulate railroads and other monopo- ing their property rights and their Forum On Colorado Agriculture lies in the public interest. bargaining position including. Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of ture Don Brown, among many others. Along with Harden, another key- 9. The National Grange secures pas- 22. Federal Farm Loan Act. Agriculture Krysta Harden will pro- Titled “Label It: Agriculture,” this note presentation will be delivered by sage of legislation to protect the po- 23. The Packers and Stockyards Act. vide one of the many highlights for the year’s event will be an innovative and Dr. Gregory Graff, an associate pro- litical and economic rights of farm- 24. Capper-Volstead Act. 2017 Governor’s Forum on Colorado informative program, bringing togeth- fessor at Colorado State University, ers and consumers including the 25. The Grain Futures Act. Agriculture, when she steps up to the er producers, consumers, experts and whose research looks at the econom- Hatch Act creating “Experiment Sta- 26. Farm Credit Act. podium to deliver a presentation on an other ag stakeholders to peel back the ics and public policy of technological tions” at state colleges of Agriculture. 27. Produce Agency Act. agricultural “future built by collabora- polarizing rhetoric often found in to- innovation and technology-based 10. The National Grange secures pas- 28. Perishable Agriculture commodi- tion.” Harden, who currently serves as day’s society. entrepreneurship, and how they drive sage of legislation for Elevation of ties Act. vice president of public policy and Stories can create divisive bounda- economic development and industry the U.S. Department of Agriculture 29. Agricultural Marketing Agree- chief sustainability officer for DuPont, ries in agriculture between organic change. His presentation will focus on to the President’s Cabinet. ments ACT. will share her perspective on the need and conventional; urban and rural; “The Value of Colorado Agriculture.” 11. The National Grange secures pas- 30. Pure Seed Act. for alliances with food, nutrition and large-scale and small-scale. The Fo- The day will also include breakout sage of legislation for The Sherman 31. Livestock Theft Act. conservation groups, as well as other rum will instead focus on the power- sessions covering CSU consumer sur- Anti-Trust Act. 32. National Grange organizes Mutual non-traditional partners. ful history of collaboration and coop- veys, pollinator health, conservation, 12. The National Grange secures pas- Insurance Companies focused on The Forum — taking place on eration that has made agriculture in National Western Stock Show devel- sage of legislation for Rural Free serving farm and rural markets. Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, at the Ren- Colorado the state’s second-largest opments, cooperatives, comparisons Delivery mail service. 33. Grange insurance companies were aissance Hotel in Denver — will also driver of our economy. It will chal- between global food production and 13. The first legislation promoting among first to offer property and feature addresses from Colorado Gov. lenge and equip attendees to seek out local food, food safety, food label- ethanol as a motor fuel. casualty insurance to Japanese- John Hickenlooper, Colorado State novel alliances and ideas to benefit ing, food waste, and succession plan- 14. The National Grange secures pas- American Farmers returning from University President Tony Frank and their own operations, the industry ning. sage of legislation for The Pure internment following WWII. Colorado Commissioner of Agricul- statewide, and beyond. Look for future announcements as more details regarding the Forum GIA Announces Scholarship Program For School Year 2017-2018 agenda are finalized. Grange Insurance Association (GIA) Applicants may apply for either an $1,000-$2,000 each. scholarship To learn more and get registered, go Chairman of the Board, D. Thomas academic or a vocational scholarship. Eligibility requirements (applicants Please note that children or legal to www.governorsagforum.com. For McKern, is pleased to announce that Three of the awards will be for stu- must meet one of the following): wards of officers, directors or agents those who need accommodations, in- GIA will again fund 25 scholarships dents wishing to pursue vocational 1. Current GIA policyholder (or chil- of GIA are ineligible. formation for booking rooms at the for the 2017-2018 school year, total- studies and 22 awards will be for aca- dren of GIA policyholder) These scholarships may be used at Renaissance Hotel in Denver (3801 ing $33,500. In addition, GIA is hon- demic studies. The top winner in each 2. Children of current GIA company any institution offering courses lead- Quebec St.) can also be made at the ored to award the $1,000 Paul and category will receive a $2,500 award employees (Continued on Page 2) Governor’s Forum website. Ethel Holter Memorial Scholarship, and the remaining winners will receive 3. A previous recipient of a GIA funded by a gift of Mrs. Holter’s es- tate, and the $1,000 Dee and Ina National Grange Magazine Important Dates McKern Memorial Scholarship, fund- Attention Grangers!!! The National Grange will be publishing the Good For further information about these events, please see the contact per- ed by a gift from the McKern family. Day! magazine. If you want to keep informed about National events and ac- son for the individual Granges. tivities please complete the form and send in your subscription. The first issue Jan. 6 Marvel Grange Business Meeting, 7:30 p.m. is scheduled to be out in February. Your Grange can contribute to the magazine. Do you have a story or a story Jan. 8 Community Supper, 5:30 p.m. at Mt. Lookout Grange idea you would like to see in the magazine? Do you have an amazing project Jan. 8 Pancake Breakfast 8 to 10:30 a.m. at Golden Gate Grange or event from your Grange you would like to be published? Well here is your Jan. 11 Potluck, 6:30 p.m. at Enterprise Grange chance! Follow the link below and submit a story or a story idea and it may Jan. 13 Field Trip to Polish Pottery, 9 a.m. at Enterprise Grange end up in the magazine. Spread the word to your Granges and your members!! Jan. ? Homemade Soap Workshop at Marvel Grange, TBD https://form.jotform.com/63415253436150. Jan. 16 Annual Community Martin Luther King breakfast at Mt. Lookout Grange Jan. 21 Chili Cook-off and Dessert Auction at Marvel Grange Jan. 28 Dryside Quilters 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Marvel Grange Feb. 8 Valentine Potluck and Card Exchange at 6:30 p.m. at Enterprise Grange Feb. 11 Valentine’s Day Brunch from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Florissant Grange Feb. 11 High Tea at 2 p.m. at Enterprise Grange Feb. 11 Dance at Marvel Grange Feb. 12 Pancake Breakfast, 8 to 10:30 a.m. at Golden Gate Grange Feb. 12 Community Supper, 5:30 p.m. at Mt. Lookout Grange Feb. ? Small Motor Repair Workshop at Marvel Grange, TBD Feb. 25 Luau 6:30 p.m. at Marvel Grange Feb. 25 Dryside Quilters 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Marvel Grange Feb. 25 Mardi Gras Party, 7 p.m. at Golden Gate Grange Page 2, The Colorado Granger, January-February 2017 great activities for Grange Month and throughout the year. So get out there Master’s Message Notes From and be a “Doer.” Cindy Greer, State Master Your Roster has been sent out and The Secretary you should have it by now. If the in- 7629 CR 100, Hesperus, CO 81316 formation is not correct, such as ad- 970-588-3386 • Email: [email protected] Renee Caldwell, State Secretary dresses, times for meetings, the list of Celebrating the Grange’s 150th should be a priority 2009 CR 31, Florissant, CO 80816 Officers, etc… please let this office for every Grange in the state. What will your Grange 719-748-5008 know so we can get it changed for do to celebrate? Please take pictures and send them to Email: [email protected] next year. If your officers are not cor- the state office. National is having a Gala December 4, A Positive Point Of View that you don’t miss out on your copy rect, please get me a list by the end of 2017 in Washington, D.C. at which they would like to Greetings from Windy, Windy, of the Granger and so that the office September so the Roster for next year share pictures with people in attendance. I will be ask- Windy, Florissant. I think it is this isn’t charged with a bevy of postage can be updated. Addresses and phone ing two Pomonas to host an Event, one for the Eastern windy all over the State … and I don’t due fees. That would really help us numbers can be updated during the Slope and one for the Western Slope. know about you … But the wind can out. Many of you have done that this year, although they will not be correct- 2017 is a Year to GROW. A Growing Grange has reg- go away anytime. year and we appreciate your help. ed in the current Roster that you have. ular activities. A Growing Grange has regular meetings. Things are going well here in the As I gathered together all the arti- A new Handbook is included in A Growing Grange has information available at activ- Colorado State Grange Office and it cles for the Granger for this printing, this Granger. Be sure to keep it on ities, in their buildings and in the community. Are you in a Growing Grange? is the beginning of a brand new year. I noticed a lot of really good, new hand so you can join the fun at State What can you do to start being a Growing Grange? I challenge each Grange I believe 2017 is going to be a fantas- programs coming to us from National. Session entering all the contests. If to be A Growing Grange. If you want help all you have to do is ask and I will tic year for all of us, so let’s set our I hope you read your Granger thor- you should happen to lose it or mis- do whatever I can to help you out, but you have to want to Grow and you have minds on a great year and I guaran- oughly and find a way to help your place it, we also have an email ver- to ask. tee we will have one. Grange participate in these new pro- sion we can send you, or you can find Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced that the U.S. De- I noticed after the last mailing of the grams. I especially like the “I’m a it on our State Grange Website at: partment of Agriculture (USDA) will offer farmers and ranchers more oppor- Granger, that we had quite a few DOer” campaign. www.coloradogrange.org. tunities to participate in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). The an- change of address “returns” to the of- And since it is the theme for Grange Start where you are, use what you nouncement includes new CRP practices to protect water quality and adds an fice. If your address has changed, Month, we as Grangers can really have, do what you can. additional 1.1 million acres targeted to benefit wildlife, pollinators and wet- please notify the office right away so brainstorm and come up with some — Arthur Ashe lands. To learn more about FSA’s conservation programs, visit www.fsa.usda .gov/conservation or contact your local FSA office. To find your local FSA office, visit http://offices.usda.gov. Agriculture Report and that he will be replaced eventual- David H. McCord and John Hagen Claudia’s Corner ly by regional membership represen- State Co-Directors tatives. Samantha Wilkens from Texas David • 303-388-1259 • Email: [email protected] has accepted the Junior Grange Direc- tor position. John • 970-381-2891 • Email: [email protected] We have been asked to be patient by David H. McCord, day. You can tune in at www.Grange ag candidate names to the new admin- with the National office staff as they CSG Agriculture Co-Director radio.org and hear a variety of music, istration for those federal administra- are doing a lot of different jobs. Drought conditions to November. Grange news and happenings for tion positions that are appointed. The National Grange is encouraging October and the first half of Novem- across the country. state EPA director, FSA Rural Devel- everyone to Honor a Law Enforce- ber had well above average tem- Related by Senator Jerry Sonnen- opment head and other USDA posi- ment Officer, First Responder and peratures and precipitation was below berg at the Fall Ag Council meeting tions need to be filled. Teacher in the coming year. You can normal with a three-inch deficit below there are no ag bills in drafting at this Important Dates: by Claudia the Skunk from get a certificate for each from National average in Denver and similar for the time and he does not expect any. The Wednesday, January 11, Colorado leg- the National Grange Herd Community Service Director, Pete remainder of eastern Colorado. By House and Senate Ag Committee islative session begins The National Convention in Wash- Pompper. Your recognition of these this time for the snow year, Colorado memberships have not yet been made Thursday, January 19, morning, Ag ington, D.C., was very successful. individuals could result in national typically receives over two inches of final though he will be the Chair and Council/industry and legislators, Lots and lots of shoes and socks were recognition for them also next year in snow water equivalent but the state Senator Baumgardner will be the Vice meet and greet at the Capitol, w/ collected for needy. We learned about Spokane, WA. only has 0.1 inches (though it is snow- Chair. He is concerned the House Ag breakfast. Sponsored by the Ag the National Grange’s new Database The quilt blocks that we have been ing in the mountains as I write this in Committee may not have a rural look. Council. (The location TBA, either program and the company Blue Tahiti submitting over the past five years early December). Colorado is experi- Note that Rep Brown, sheep rancher, the basement level or by the old that is based in Denver. have been made up into quilts and encing a weak La Niña condition that and ag committee member was not re- Supreme Court room.) We visited Rock Creek Cemetery there will be a big quilt show in Spo- should favor the northern and central elected. Wednesday, February 1, first meet- and found the gravesites of Grange kane. National plans to sell these mountains through mid-winter. Odds and ends from the Ag Council ing of Ag Council, basement Founders, John Thompson, William quilts to raise funds. Ag Radio and Internet — radio re- meeting: Need to personally invite Wednesday, February 22, Governor’s Saunders and Oliver H. Kelley. The Grange Radio is up and running ports on our state’s agriculture can be legislators to attend the every other Ag Forum, Renaissance Hotel National Grange laid a wreath at the again and the National Grange an- found on the Internet at http://www. Wednesday Ag Council meetings. Wednesday, March 22, Ag Day at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Ar- nounced that they will be printing the barnmedia.net and live on 1310 on Concern about farm animal opera- Capitol when producers of Colora- lington National Cemetery. “Good Day” magazine in 2107. The the AM dial each Saturday morning tions near urban areas; livestock was do agriculture products host the Two executive committee officers subscription price is $14. from Greeley. The signal can usually let out on roadway near Gunnison legislators, staff, and guests to hon- were up for election and were re-elect- There were 16 Communications also be heard as far south as Denver. and Leadville. Animal rights people or and recognize the importance of ed. Lecturer Amanda Brozanna re- Fellows this year. Elizabeth Hiner Topics include an interview with Col- filmed livestock near Kersey (assert- our state’s agriculture to our econ- signed due to being employed as Na- from Colorado, a Florida Grange orado’s Commissioners of Agriculture ing mistreatment) but would not turn omy tional Grange Communications Di- member, participated in 10 days of Don Brown, an audio from Farm Bu- over film to authorities. Drone flights rector; Chris Hamp was elected to fill intensive training and work. reau’s annual meeting, and current ag over farm operations, who allows, is- Deadline for the a one-year term. Chris was L.A.S. Daniel Greer of Marvel Grange did information from CSU Ag Extension sue of height and animal disturbance, March-April 2017 issue and her election as Lecturer left that an outstanding performance at the Agents. flights by groups not friendly to ag, position open and Brenda Rousselle Evening of Excellence. Kaleb Lackey is February 15, 2017. Also note the return of National if filming for pesticide monitoring from Vermont was elected to fill that Barnett entertained the group at the Grange Public Radio, our Internet and who then owns the data. one year term. Harry Greer served on Junior Grange Breakfast. The Colorado Granger based station operating 24-hours a We are all asked to submit qualified the conservation committee as Sec- Colorado participants at National Vol. 92, No. 5 January-February 2017 The Colorado Granger retary and Cindy Greer served on the convention were: Harry and Cindy USPS: 123-040 • ISSN: 1094-0022 Grange Law committee as Secretary. Greer, Daniel Greer, Elizabeth Hiner, GIA Scholarship Program is printed bi-monthly We learned that Joe Stephanoni, Jeanne Davies and Susan, Kim Lac- for 6 issues annually Membership Director, was resigning key, Kaleb Burnett, and Rick Tutor. by the COLORADO STATE GRANGE For School Year 2017-2018 Phone: 719-748-5008 The Grange is America’s great family fraternity (Continued from Page 1) family and your future goals Office of Publications & Editorial Office ing to a certificate or a degree in a rec- • Also include any leadership or 2009 CR 31, Florissant, CO 80816 active in your community, state and nation Email: [email protected] ognized profession or vocation, in- volunteer-related programs or Periodicals Postage Paid at promoting activities and legislation cluding: community colleges, business projects in which you have been Florissant, Colorado and additional mailing locations. for the betterment and enrichment colleges and technical institutes. Vo- involved in high school, in the 50¢ of your annual membership dues of our society and families. cational scholarships are aimed spe- community, or elsewhere pays your “Colorado Granger” cifically for those students not pursu- • What college, university, or trade subscription for one year. ing a college diploma, but seeking school do you plan to attend and Views and opinions in articles are not to further education and/or training in a how will this scholarship assist be taken as official expressions of the Please notify the State Grange Office Colorado State Grange’s policy unless so of any address change. vocation often not covered by more you stated. traditional colleges or universities. Application deadline is March 1, POSTMASTER: Send address change The committee will base its awards 2017 (Postmarked). Funds award- form 3579 to:THE COLORADO GRANGER, Because it is 2nd class mail, the Grange is charged on the following: ed are for the 2017-2018 school year. 2009 CR 31, Florissant, CO 80816. 59¢ per address change the post office sends • Complete and legible application Please complete the request form EDITORIAL STAFF Cindy Greer...... Editor from the Granger mailings. • Scholastic ability (official grade below for an application for a Grange 2009 CR 31, Florissant, CO 80816 transcript required) Insurance Association Scholarship. Email - [email protected] Email: [email protected] • Handwritten or typed Essay by Ap- APPLICATION FORMS CAN Phone - 719-748-5008 Renee Caldwell...... Managing Editor Call 719-748-5008 or mail the form below. plicant ALSO BE DOWNLOADED AT • Please tell us about yourself, your OUR WEBSITE: www.grange.com. BUSINESS STAFF Cindy Greer ...... Grange Master Renee Caldwell...... Secretary FOR THE COLORADO GRANGER MAILING LIST SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE COLORADO STATE GRANGE OFFICERS ADDRESS CHANGE FORM Master...... Cindy Greer GRANGE INSURANCE ASSOCIATION Overseer...... Gary Wardle NAME______GRANGE #______Lecturer...... Kathy Wardle Please send a GIA Scholarship Application to: Steward...... John Cruz OLD ADDRESS Assistant Steward...... Roger Ayers (IF CHANGE OR DROP) ______Name: ______Lady Asst. Steward...... Amy Peterson Chaplain...... Sheryl Ayers ______ZIP CODE______Treasurer...... Marlys Halbeisen Address: ______Secretary...... Renee Caldwell PRESENT ADDRESS______Gatekeeper...... Tom Campion ______Ceres...... Janette Oppermann ______ZIP CODE______Pomona...... J Kelly (GIVE ROUTE AND BOX NUMBER) Flora...... Terri Costeldia Send to: Colorado State Grange Mail your request to: GRANGE INSURANCE ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, 2009 CR 31, Florissant, CO 80816 Attn: Scholarship Coordinator, P.O. Box 21089, Seattle, WA 98111-3089 Larry Corman, Alan Caldwell, John Hagen January-February 2017, The Colorado Granger, Page 3 Lecturer’s Creative Family & And Performing Arts Women’s Activities Kathy Wardle, State Director Idella Lewis and Karen Baxter, State Activities Co-Directors Idella Lewis, 303-233-3393 1136 Bluebell Way, Brighton, CO 80601-6783 Email: [email protected] 303-659-8470 Karen Baxter, 14857 CR 240, Bayfield, CO 81122 Email: [email protected] 970-259-1595 During the Lecturer Conference at scavenger hunt with the found canned We are beginning a new year and The next change is in the categories items sent to military serving over- the State Convention this past fall, I food going to a local food bank? I change is in the air! There are sever- of food preservation and needlework. seas. $ also appreciated. promised that I would devote my col- found great instructions on how to al changes in the baking and needle- Some of the categories were so broad • Clothing protectors are bib protec- umns this coming year to helping lec- write haiku poetry. How about hosting work contest for this next year. At the that it has now been broken down in- tors to be used in nursing homes. turers find resources and materials a blanket making party and contribute Family and Women’s Activities Con- to workable units for the judges. Read Directions on website. for programs they can use in their your final products to wherever? ference held Saturday morning at the the new Handbook for some of these • Eyeglasses collected should be giv- Granges. This is like asking the stu- Did you know you could use 2016 State Session several items were changes in categories. en to a local Lions Club in your dent to teach the master. I must admit Sharpies on clean rocks and create discussed and changed. We need to encourage more parti- area to be distributed. I have only one year experience as a message stones? One merely artisti- The first change is that both the cipation in the child and adult gar- • Boxtops for Education collected subordinate lecturer while many of cally writes the message on the stone baking and needlework events will ment sewing class as there were no should be given to a school in your you have dozens of years. But I will and bakes it at 150 degrees for 30 be open to Grange members only. The entries in 2016 in these classes. area. give it a try. minutes and you have a great gift or intent to sponsor non-members who Perhaps you might have a place to • Cancelled stamps collection is dis- First, I would ask all lecturers and/ personal reminder. You can find free might join the Grange did not seem collect “From the Heart” items in your continued due to a lack of a place or Grangers who have good resources do-it-yourself Murder Mystery Party to be bringing in new members. This Grange hall. This might encourage to donate them, but if anyone for programs, good programs that kits on Pinterest. You can find so means that we will need to encourage renters to contribute things as well as knows of a place to donate them, have worked for your Grange, or just much on that site alone. everyone to get busy NOW on proj- Grange members. let us know! good ideas, and are willing to share Do you have a community fair that ects so that we have entries in all of • Baby quilts can be brought to the • Refer to the Grange website for their knowledge, to please send this you might like a booth at … there are the events. There are many members State Session and will he donated further information on items which information to me at artklw@gmail instructions on how to make a jail for out there who can share their talents to a worthy cause. are being collected and distributed. .com, I will print your information a fundraising activity. Or, you could with us! • Blue Star Mothers collect small Wishing you a prosperous New Year! treasures in my column to help all possibly create a “Twister Room” that Colorado lecturers. could be fun especially for a young a hearing aid. The audiologist and Dr. Second, my suggestions for pro- group. You could make a “lollipop from Children’s suggest that the gramming ideas this time are center- tree” where fairgoers would pay to Mandy Project BAHA Band Hearing Aids would be ed around the use of the Internet. Dur- choose a lollipop with perhaps a $100 Cindy Greer, Director a great help to her during this critical ing a couple hours of surfing, I had a as the main prize. time of her language development. good list of programs I feel would be I also looked at activities for cor- 7629 CR 100, Hesperus, CO 81316 In the future (age 6+) we will consid- fun and enriching for my Grange. porate groups on Google and found 970-588-3386 er surgery on her ear to help her pos- Using what information I found about potential speakers, potential destina- Fax 970-588-3871 sibly hear without aid. The family has programs or crafts or service projects tions for team building activities as Email: [email protected] great hopes that Hadassah will still be that others have used and putting my well as service opportunities such as able to function with her hearing and Grange’s own twist on the project Tutor Mates. Mandy Project speech. They also expect that a sur- could lead to a good program. Most If you have access to the Internet Recipients gery she had on her left ear (non- of these were found on Pinterest. you can really make your program- Jonathan Strobel closed over one) will remove fluid For example, Capes for Kids is a ming ideas grow. Again, I know that Jonathan Strobel, nine-years-old she had there and improve that ear’s program where you can send super this is programming 101 for most of from Castle Rock experienced sen- hearing. hero capes to Peyton Manning Chil- you. I therefore would really appreci- sorineural hearing loss at the age of Hadassah has a moderate to severe dren’s Hospital. Your Grange could ate you sharing your knowledge on eight-years-old and it is believed to be hearing loss in her right ear second- perhaps help a local kindergarten how to make viable programs that go genetic. They have worked with his ary to microtia/atresia. This hearing teacher or hospital with superhero beyond bingo for our Granges. I real- school to set up a section 504 plan to loss can have a significant impact on capes if you wanted to keep your pro- ly am not an expert in this area. ensure that he has all resources avail- her speech/language and psycho-so- gram local. Or maybe with a dollar IMPORTANT: You will find this able to him at school. They have also cial development as well as academ- store water bottle you could create a year’s Lecturer Program in the Col- worked with Dr. Linda Baker at Park- ic achievement. The use of a Baha Blessing Bottle (simply a water bot- orado State Grange Handbook print- er and Castle Rock Center for Audi- sound processor will improve her tle filled with toiletries or other items) ed in this issue. Be sure to save the ology who has provided him with overall communication ability partic- for a nursing home patient. Handbook and use it to also help form “loaner” hearing aids and Bluetooth Jonathan Strobel ularly in noisy environments such as How about having a canned food your programs for the coming year. device to use ongoing. This has made Their current outstanding balance the classroom. It will also improve a significant difference in Jonathan’s for Jonathan’s hearing aids/device is her localization ability and learning life — both in school and in social sit- $1,813.95. Their insurance has a potential and is considered a medical Tune In To Junior Grange uations. As a family they want to con- 5,000 deductible and then covers 80% necessity. Dan and Jenna Greer, State Directors tinue to support Jonathan and ensure of the cost of hearing aids/devices. The father and mother work for a 970-588-3386 • Email: [email protected] he has full capacity to learn and so- After insurance the hearing aids/de- non-profit organization, Wycliffe cialize as well as any child without vices came to $3,813.95. Jonathan Christmas is now a little less than Bible Translators. Their income is hearing loss. They want to make sure was approved for a $2,000 grant from based on donations made by friends a year away, and I would say that we he owns his own hearing aids and can the United Healthcare Children’s had a great first year as the Junior and family. They adopted two girls be confident that he will have that to Foundation. The Colorado State from China in December of 2105. Grange Directors for the state of Col- help ongoing. They have also had Grange awarded this family $1,000. orado. We would like to congratulate Hadassah was adopted and they were Jonathan participate in events for chil- Donations for the Mandy project aware that it was possible she would the new National Junior Grange Di- dren who are deaf and hard of hear- can be sent to the State Grange office rector, Samantha Wilkins. Samantha have hearing challenges, but did not ing so he can meet other kids with or to PICK at 7629 C.R. 100, Hespe- anticipate the cost of diagnosing this comes from Texas where she pretty similar disabilities and hope to con- rus, CO 81326. Checks should either much grew up in the Grange, and now or obtaining a hearing aid to help tinue this in the future. The family be made out to Colorado State Grange her. The anticipated cost of the hear- has the opportunity to help her chil- consists of Mother, Father and two or PICK depending on where you are dren grow up through the Grange as ing aid is over $7,000. Their insur- children (Jonathan - 9 and Liliana - 2 sending the donation. ance paid for half of the costs after well. We are excited to see a fellow months). Johnathan attends South parent of Jr Grangers as the National Hadassah McKinnies they met the deductible which is Ridge Elementary school and they Hadassah McKinnies is 2-1/2- $2,500. The Colorado State Grange Director, and we are looking forward ple of chances for the Juniors of our are citizens of the U.S. to working with her to improve the state to get out and meet fellow JGers years-old and was born with Aural awarded this family $1,000 from the Prior to learning of his hearing loss, Atresia on her right side (her ear cav- Mandy Project. National JG program. We also would across the state. The best way to do this Jonathan was having trouble paying like to thank Kaleb Burnett and his is to have an affordable camp that they ity is closed over attention in school, socializing with with flesh). The family for attending the 150th Nation- can attend. We would like to know other kids his age and listening in al Grange Convention. Kaleb came what your Junior Grangers would like family lives in Lit- general. After multiple attempts from tleton, Colo., and all the way to Washington, D.C. to to do. Maybe visit the State Capitol, the school to correct his “behavioral” sing his song “If I Were President” check out a museum, take a hike, play they have three older problems, they found out he had a children. Hadassah for the Jr Grange breakfast. If you did- some games, visit a National Park….. hearing loss at the annual school hear- n’t get to see his wonderful perform- Don’t be strangers, let us know what has had an MRI and ing tests. They continued to pursue the a Bone conduction ance at the state convention you should your younger members would like to issue and their audiologist confirmed watch it on our Facebook Page. Just do. We also need help with ideas on hearing test at Chil- the hearing loss that more than like- dren’s Hospital Col- search “Colorado State Junior Grange.” how to “Grow” our State Junior Pro- ly attributed to the behavioral prob- As we approach 2017 we are in gram. orado confirming lems at school. Upon learning this in- that her inner ear has need of some help throughout the state 2017 is going to be a great year for formation and sharing with their fam- again. We would like to have a cou- the Colorado State Junior Grange!! good function that ily, they discovered that his father’s could be helped with The McKinnies Family side of the family also had cousins Community Service with genetic hearing loss that develop- GRANGE INSURANCE ASSOCIATION ed later on in life. (Seattle, Washington) Teresa Montejano, State Director Since receiving the loaner hearing 790 E. Phelps Dr. S., Littleton, CO 80120 aids Jonathan has made a best friend NOTICE OF 2017 ANNUAL 303-408-7389 • Email: [email protected] at school and has been able to com- POLICYHOLDERS’ MEETING plete his work in a timely manner at I am honored to be your new Com- “One Book” under the Community The Annual Policyholders’ meeting of the Grange Insurance school — now that he can hear what’s munity Service Director. I am look- Service Section. Association will be held on Monday, March 20, 2017 being asked of him. ing forward to getting to know you “Without community service, we at 10:00 a.m. at Grange Insurance Association, He is very proud of his hearing aids and working together to help bring would not have a strong quality of and takes very good care of them. 200 Cedar Street, Seattle, Washington 98121. Granges in Colorado together for us life. It’s important to the person who Their insurance is not able to cover the to reach out and better serve our com- serves as well as the recipient. It’s the All Grange Insurance Association policyholders full price of the hearing aids. His fath- munity. Don’t forget to log your Help- way in which we ourselves grow and are welcome to attend. er was unexpectedly out of work for ing Hand Hours and your Empty Plate develop” the first half of this year due to a frac- Signed at Seattle, Washington this 22nd day of September 2016. Projects to put into your Grange’s — Dr. Dorothy Height tured spine and Jonathan’s baby sis- Rodney A. King, CIC, AFIS, Corporate Secretary ter arrived in August. They purchased GRANGE INSURANCE ASSOCIATION Visit www.coloradogrange.org two hearing aids that cost $4,300 each. Page 4, The Colorado Granger, January-February 2017

P.I.C.K. DardenJefferson County People Improving Communities And Kids Contact Idella Lewis, idellam Cindy Greer, Secretary/Treasurer [email protected], 303-233-3393, 7629 CR 100, Hesperus, CO 81316 for further information. 970-588-3386 • Fax 970-588-3871 February 4, 2017 — Darden Po- Email: [email protected] mona Grange meets at Wheat Ridge Grange, 4 p.m. Meeting, 5 Capital Improvement Grants a. Volunteer time and effort p.m. Potluck with Hobby Night People Improving Communities b. In kind donations Program to follow. Bring a hobby and Kids (PICK) realizes that many c. Potential support from other sourc- to share! Granges need financial assistance to es Darden Pomona Grange met Dec. do some of their capital improvement 8. Picture of work needing to be done 10 at Enterprise Grange for a combin- projects. PICK will help your Grange (also if you have drawings or other ed Christmas party with Enterprise pursue capital improvement grants, specifications, please submit those) Grange. Items were collected for but we need your help. 9. Cost of potential project Shannon’s Hope, a shelter in Arvada. Any Grange that has capital im- 10. Time needed to complete the proj- Granges in Darden Pomona contrib- provement plans and is willing to meet ect (keep in mind most grants re- uted $50 each to purchase Christmas the requirements of a grant, are eligi- quire the project to be complete gifts for residents so they could enjoy ble to apply. (Grant requirements vary within one year. Therefore if it is a the Christmas season. Warm hats, and depend on what the foundation big project it may need to be bro- Master of Enterprise Grange Mike Lackey reading “The Night Before gloves, and coats were also collected Christmas” to the children. giving the funds requires.) PICK will ken down into smaller projects and to be given to those less fortunate. seek capital improvement grants only prioritized.) Following the meeting a Christmas for projects submitted. Once the 11. Portion of cost you are willing to dinner was held for Darden Pomona Grange process is started, we expect raise. Most grants require the recip- Grange members and guests from that it can take anywhere from six ient to provide some kind of match- Carin’ Clinic, a health clinic for the months to one year to receive funding. ing funds. underserved, and Shannon’s Hope, a PICK does not have the funding, we 12. Detailed calendar of events at the shelter for abused women and chil- are seeking funding for your needs. Grange Hall over the last six dren. The tables were decorated in Granges applying need to submit months. festive Christmas décor and turkey the following information by April 1, 13. If you are listing more than one and ham with all the trimmings was 2017. project, which project is your prior- served along with an assortment of 1. Name of Grange ity? What makes this project a pri- salads, breads, salads and desserts. 2. Name and address of Grange con- ority? What a Christmas feast! tact 14. Other helpful information Following the Christmas dinner the 3. Telephone number of contact (email Late applications will not be con- Christmas program was held upstairs. addresses are also appreciated) sidered in the potential grant search. Two Christmas carol sing-a-longs 4. Description of community Any Grange failing to meet the re- were sung. A plaque presentation was 5. Explanation of planned improve- quirements and/or deadlines of the given to Kaleb Burnett from Enter- ment grant, will not be eligible to apply for prise Grange who performed at the 6. Why are these capital improve- grants through PICK for five years. 2016 National Grange Convention ments needed (BE SPECIFIC) Send information to PICK, Cindy held in Washington, D.C. He sang 7. What support will be provided by Greer, Secretary, 7629 C.R. 100, Hes- “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like the local community perus, CO 81326, by April 1. Christmas” and then children were Santa arrived at the Grange and gave the children Teddy Bears or Char- invited to sing or perform their spe- acter Hats. cial talent with everyone. Several Saturday, February 11, 2017— Publicity brave souls came forward to perform High Tea at the Enterprise Grange Hall starting at 2 p.m. Larry Corman, State Director and share their special talent of sing- Wednesday, March 8, 2017— St. 970-884-4762 (h) ing. Master Mike Lackey read “The Patrick’s Day Irish Potluck. 970-749-8438 (c) Night Before Christmas” to the chil- Join us Wednesday, January 11 — Email: [email protected] dren and a special guest, Santa him- Potluck at 6:30 p.m. The Westernaires Welcome To The New Year! pain out of this process. I will again self, came to hear their Christmas will be with us to talk about their pro- For those Granges that have been be available if you need any assis- wishes. The finale to the evening was grams. General Planning Meeting for attempting to create a website for your tance with any of this. the breaking of a snowman piñata High Tea to follow. Grange, I now have instructions on The instructions can be found at: made by Carol Lackey which was On Friday, January 13 — 9 a.m. We the State website on how to create http://coloradogrange.org/publicity filled with candy for the children to will be doing a field trip to The Polish your own local website. These are in- Also, be sure to take a look at the scramble and collect once the piñata Pottery Outlet at 800 W. Oxford Ave- structions to create and edit websites Handbook (enclosed in this newspa- was broken. nue, Suite A, in Englewood. Plan to using the National Grange website. I per) for the new rules for the Publicity Everyone attending the Christmas meet at the Enterprise Grange at 9 have tried in past months to help Col- contest. As a group, we have decided party received a treat bag filled with a.m. to carpool. The outlet is giving orado Granges do this without much to go the “One Book” route to make candy, popcorn ball, Clementine, us a tour and information on the pro- success (and I feel myself to be fair- it simpler for submissions for all con- Christmas ornament and candy cane cess and the history of Polish Pottery. ly literate in this regard). These in- tests this coming State Session. I hope pen, Children also received a warm It is gorgeously well-crafted and con- structions should take some of the this will make it easier for all of you. “animal hat” and stuffed animal. sidered to be “functional art” with Everyone left with the true spirit of every piece unique and beautiful. Granger Deadline And Guidelines love in their heart and sharing of the Please RSVP to Dorothy Dannels at true Christmas spirit! 303-425-0111. If time allows, we may This year’s Snowman Piñata was Contact person (with a phone number) February 15, 2017, is the deadline Idella Lewis consider stopping for lunch after our the finale at the Christmas Dinner for articles for the March-April 2017 Upcoming dates tour. at Enterprise. edition of The Colorado Granger. Brief summary of what has been hap- Enterprise Coming Wednesday, February 8— for 2017). You can send them to the State Grange pening at your Grange — DO NOT Contact Mike Lackey, thelackey Valentine Potluck and Card Exchange On Wednesday, March 8 — St. Pat- Office, 2009 CR 31, Florissant, CO SEND MINUTES [email protected], 303-521-8773, at 6:30 p.m. A member from the Gar- rick’s Day Irish Potluck. Bring some- 80816 or email costategrange@gmail Community Service Projects for further information. dening Club of Arvada will talk about thing green or something Irish! Irish .com. In Memoriam (Grangers who have Wednesday, January 11, 2017 — Box Gardening in your yard. Business music will be provided. Business and We would appreciate your follow- passed away) Potluck at 6:30 p.m. meeting to follow. Planning meeting for Community ing these guidelines when writing an Thinking of You (Grangers who are Friday, January 13, 2017 — 9 Join us Saturday, February 11— Service Award to follow. article. sick and shut in — include address a.m. a field trip to The Polish Pot- High Tea at the Enterprise Grange At our meeting in September we Name of Grange if they would enjoy cards) tery Outlet. Hall starting at 2 p.m. Tickets will be hosted Ed Talbot as our speaker. In Enjoy convenient online shopping Hats Off (Grangers to be recognized) Wednesday, February 8, 2017— $15 per person. (Please purchase no 1944, at the height of WWII a U.S. and unbeatable customer service. You’re Invited (activities open to non- Valentine Potluck and Card Ex- later than Thursday, February 9, for Task Force surprised the Japanese Just visit my website to find fabulous members and visiting Grangers) change at 6:30 p.m. our planning purposes.) Tickets will fleet at their primary Pacific fleet base Mary Kay® gifts. What could be easier? be sold at the door for $18 per person. at Truk (now called Chuuk) in Micro- Lisa J. Cole • Mary Kay More Programs Available From National Lecturer Purchase tickets from any current nesia. Over several days 52 Japanese Independent Beauty Consultant Enterprise Grange member or for 303-420-6645 • marykay.com/lcole6 • Root Beer Program in a Box. ships were sunk in a major turning • Yoga Program in a Box. further information call or email: point in the war. Today those wrecks • Traffic Cone Program in a Box. Carol Lackey at 303-521-4477, carol litter the floor of the lagoon contain- The Opening and Closing Ceremony for the Grange is available in [email protected]; Dorothy Dannels at ing munitions and oil. A volunteer Spanish now. 303-921-7849 dorothydannels@gm team of experienced divers were part ail.com. of a past Earthwatch Research Team The High Tea is our fundraiser for Your Agent for which surveyed the wrecks to deter- Special Causes (yet to be determined mine their state of deterioration and UNITED HERITAGE LIFE INSURANCE risks to the lagoon. Ed Talbot was Your Agent for one of the volunteer divers who pro- Clifford R. Schertz, LUTCF 15240 Delaware St., Broomfield 80023...... (303) 450-0657 vided us with an informative and illus- LONG TERM trated look back at the Truk attack, the Listing available for a nominal fee — Contact Colorado State Grange CARE undersea research work, and a pic- 7275 S. Lima St., Centennial, CO 80112-3850 • 303-708-0606 ture narrative of this isolated but his- INSURANCE toric site. It was a very informative Your Agent for Clifford R. Schertz, LUTCF and entertaining trip under the sea. 14829 Pecos St. Chipotle Mexican Grill presents a GRANGE INSURANCE ASSOCIATION Westminster 80023 series of films called the Sustainable Dell F. Duran (303) 450-0657 Food Films every fall. On September 510 Bell Ave.., Alamosa 81101-2437 ...... (719) 589-3606 20, we ventured off sight to the Bo- Listing available for a nominal fee — tanical Gardens in downtown Denver Listing available for a nominal fee — Contact Colorado State Grange Contact Colorado State Grange for the first of four films. The film that 7275 S. Lima St., Centennial, CO 80112-3850 • 303-708-0606 7275 S. Lima St. email: [email protected] Centennial, CO 80112-3850 • 303-708-0606 night was Inhabit: A Permaculture Perspective. 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Grange Name: ______Teresa Montejano, Director Colorado SSttaattee GGrraannggee 790 E. Phelps Dr. S., Littleton, CO 80120 Contact Information Phone: 303-408-7389 Name: ______Email: [email protected] Phone#: ______August 25, 2017 — Deadline for contest reports. Email Address:______Watch for Community Service suggestions in The Colorado Program Granger. A Community Service Packet to be mailed or emailed Projects/Events Hours to each Grange Secretary or Community Service Chairman. April is Grange Month and an ideal time to promote projects and recognize Grangers and non-Grangers who are making a difference with their volunteer work. Participate in the State Deaf Education, Mandy Project, P.I.C.K., Emergency Relief Handbook Program, Family and Women’s Activities, Junior Grange and Handbook Youth Grange projects. (*See sample Contest/Report Form.) State Community Service Contest — A report form* will be sent to each Grange. Please include pictures and news EMPTY PLATE PROJECT September 1, 2016 - August 31, 2017 articles with the report form. The deadline is August 25, 2017. 2016-2017 Helping Hands Volunteer Project — This project is designed to recognize individual Grangers who make a Grange Name: ______difference in their communities. Individual Grangers can submit a report* which lists the number of people they have Grange #: ______helped during the year and the number of hours involved. This Project Contact Person: ______would include all volunteer work through Grange, church, Phone#: ______schools, other organizations, and community, state and Email Address:______national projects. We know Grangers make a huge impact by Name of Project(s): ______offering a helping hand where needed. Empty Plate Project — Granges are encouraged to collect Date(s): ______non-perishable food items for local food banks. Granges are (Write your summary here, or you may write a separate also encouraged to provide meals/pot lucks for community report(s) that follows this page.) events and programs they host.* ONE BOOK — The Lecturer Department, the Community Service Department and the Publicity Department have agreed to allow one book that covers all three categories to be created and submitted for the various awards from these Claudia’s Ritual departments. Please place a form in the front of the scrapbook for each department you are wishing your book to be judged Achievement Award in. These entries are due August 25, 2017. Please mail them Claudia, the skunk, is a stinker for Ritual. Claudia will to Kathy Wardle, Colorado State Grange Lecturer, 1136 award any Grange who completes some of the following Bluebell Way, Brighton, Colorado 80601. Ritualistic work this coming year with a special certificate. The Grange achieving more than one seal will be in a drawing for $50. Proof must be submitted by September 9 COMMUNITY SERVICE REPORT FORM to 7629 C.R. 100, Hesperus, CO 81326. 1. The Community Service Report must be received by the Sapphire Seal — Have an individual score a business State Community Service Directors by August 25, 2017. meeting opened and closed with the Grange Ritual using Grange Name: ______the score sheet provided by the CSG, return score sheet to State Master. Grange #: ______Silver Seal — Exemplify one of the first four degrees in full City, County: ______form or read through one degree with new members in State: ______Zip: ______attendance. Submit a letter/email stating the date this Guide To Contests And Programs Chairperson’s Name: ______took place and send it to the State Master. Chairperson’s Address: ______OR Drape the charter at one of your meetings. Submit a City: ______State: ______Zip: ______Contact State Directors Or Subordinate Chairmen letter/email stating the date this took place and send it to Telephone: ______the State Master. For Information On All Contests And Programs. Master’s Name: ______OR Number of Grange Members: ______Have your officers Installed using the ritual (New or Number of Grange Members involved in projects: ______traditional). Installation ceremony may be performed by one of your members or you can contact one of the State Please Save This Section, Pull Out And Fold. 2. Please complete this form and place it as the FIRST page Deputies or State officers to help you. Submit a of your report book. letter/email stating the date this took place and send it to Or see it online at coloradogrange.org. 3. The Report Book Cover should indicate your state, name the State Master. and number of your Grange on the outside, front cover. Gold Seal — National Grange has developed an alternate National Grange Office Colorado State Grange Office 4. Reports should be typed or prepared on a computer if opening and closing ceremony. Use this opening at one 1616 H St. NW 2009 CR 31 possible. of your meetings. And Initiate new members utilizing the Washington, D.C. 20006-4999 Florissant, CO 80816 5. Reports are judged on the projects and events. official Obligation Ceremony or the Welcoming Ceremony from the 2013 Subordinate Grange Manual. Toll Free: 1-888-447-2643 Phone: 719-748-5008 Signature of Community Service Chairperson Submit a letter/email stating the date this took place and www.nationalgrange.org www.coloradogrange.org ______send it to the State Master. P.I.C.K. Junior Grange Contests Peoplle Imprroviing Communiittiies And Kiids — The Hearrtt Off The Grrange Creative Art Contest — Daniel and Jenna Greer, Co-Directors Must be a picture showing what the 2) Ease of presentation Cindy Greer, Director 7633 CR 100, Hesperus, CO 81326 Theme means to you. May use crayons, 3) Completeness of program colored pencils, markers or paints. 7629 CR 100, Hesperus, CO 81326-9311 Phone: 970-588-3386 Develop a program about that can be presented by anyone. Email: [email protected] Maximum size is 8-1/2 x 11 inches. Phone: 970-588-3386 There will be two categories: Public Speaking — Email: [email protected] 1. Program for Adults • Open to anyone ages 1 to 14, Junior Grange members and Topics: (1) How the Junior Grange Can 2. Program for Kids non-members. Grow Across the Nation OR (2) Any P.l.C.K. helps expand the vision and explores new avenues First Prize will be $25. Second prize will be $15. Third prize • All entries must be labeled with name, age, sponsoring Topic of your choice. Speech must be a of funding which will enable the members to create interest in will be $10. Grange or Junior Grange, member or minimum of 4 minutes and a maximum the Grange. PICK is a 501c3 organization. All Donations to of 7 minutes. Entries must be submitted to 7629 County Road 100, by non-member, and class. PICK are Tax-exempt. Contest held at State Grange in conjunction with the September 9, 2017. • Items will be judged on neatness, creativity, appropriateness PICK can partner with your Grange when you need a 501c3 Lecturer’s program. and ability for age. status to accomplish a project. Contact the secretary for Sign A Song: Categories — • All entries are due by noon on Thursday of State Session. details. Individual Sign A Song Contest: Ages 11-14 • There will be three age categories under 5, 5-9 and 10-14. Our annual Silent Auction at State Session raises funds that HHeeaalltthh AAwwaarreenneessss Group Sign A Song Contest: Two or more Junior Grangers. are divided up between six areas: • Children may enter more than one item in each class but are limited to no more than three items per class. All members must be 9-14 years of age. Specific areas of interest to PICK are as follows: Department • First, Second and Third Place will be awarded in each class Contest held in conjunction with the Lecturer’s program at • Mandy Project — We supplement applications received by and age group. State. CSG as needed. • Entries will be judged at State Session. All entries must be Merit Badge Program — • Youth and Juniors — We support educational camps, Louetta Phelps submitted on Thursday morning. Level 1 for ages 5-9, Level 2 for ages10-14 seminars, workshops and retreats focusing on leadership, 10676 State Hwy. 151, Ignacio, CO 81137 Art Contest — HOST State Study — Washington State strengthening community involvement, developing and Phone: 970-749-1747 Any medium may be used. Maximum size of entry must not Kelley Farm project enhancing awareness of cultural and social unity specifically Email: [email protected] exceed 14”x14”. There is no minimum. Super J.G. Award for Youth. Granges desiring to start a program needing some 1. Water Color Junior Ambassadors financial assistance can apply to PICK. 2. Other Mediums Junior Grange Recruiter The Purpose of the Health Awareness department is to • Community Improvement — We encourage Granges to Photography — Junior Grange Camp — continue to bring Community Improvement Projects to their educate Grange and community members about major health In 2017 there will be two different Jr. Grange camps. One issues and prevention. Prints only, do not have to be matted or framed. community. This includes keeping their building up to date Any size is acceptable. will be held in the southwestern part of Colorado and the and usable, thus a need for capital improvement projects is What Health Issues are prominent in your Grange and other will be held in the northeast region. Both of these 3. Scenes in order and we will assist Granges in seeking grants for Community? Do you have Grange or Community members camps will be a “Grange Camp Out” and will include fun 4. Animals capital improvement projects. An Emergency project fund that are affected by Cancer, Heart Disease, Hearing Loss, activities and an age appropriate community service project. 5. People has been established. Contact PICK secretary for details. Alzheimer’s, etc? Subordinate and Pomona Health Awareness Each camp will present all attendees the opportunity to earn Cookies — • Women’s Resources — Educating the community about chairmen are encouraged to explore what issues are affecting multiple merit badges. Six cookies, exhibited on a disposable base in a zip-lock safe and proper methods of food preservation is quickly their community and see if there are any needs your Grange Talent Contest — type bag. The recipe must be included. making a comeback. The Grange can be a leader in making can meet. Does someone need a sitter, ride to an appointment, Junior Talent contest will be held during State Session in Cookies will not be returned. conjunction with the Lecturer’s Department Talent Contest. sure men and women who are interested in food a hot meal, a listening ear, groceries picked up…? Chairmen preservation are educated and well informed. We encourage Crafts — Three classes: are encouraged to work with the Community Service each grange to sponsor a food preservation program using a 6. Holiday Decorations 1: Vocal; Chairmen in deciding how you can best serve your members reliable source to conduct the workshop. If funds are needed 7. Recycled Craft — Any item made using something 2. Instrumental; and community. to obtain a reliable source and your Grange does not have one generally throws away. 3. Comedy. Prizes will be awarded. Please notify director of funding you can apply for partial assistance. Proof of Activity Ideas include: 8. Nature Craft — Any item made from nature (rocks, intent to enter. completion of the workshop is required. If funds are • Sponsor a family in need. Schedule members to take turns. pinecones, seeds, etc.). requested the following information must be included: National Opportunities: • Assist with a benefit for a local individual who is facing a 9. Textiles — May use any type of fabric, yard, thread, etc. Grange Name and Number, Contact Person, Address, Date of Theme: “Growing Across the Nation.” major health issue. 10. Miscellaneous workshop, Name of workshop expert, Qualifications of workshop 11. Special Gifts Age Groups: (Age groups: 7 and under; 8-10, 11-14) expert. Thirty days following the workshop’s completion the Grange • Sponsor or assist with a local Health Fair. Additional rules apply — Check the National Grange website Growth — seeking funding must report the outcome of the workshop and provide • Sponsor a health screening event. or contact state director. Any type of plant that the JR. has grown from a seed or is one photo. This report can be sent via email. We would like to know • Sponsor a Team and/or participate in Relay For Life or other taken as an offshoot. These will be judged on health of N1. Mini-Scrapbook Contest — To capture the activities of how many attended the workshop. Funding must be returned if the Health Awareness Events. the Junior Grange member throughout the year. What did Grange fails to report within 30 days. plant as well as creativity of planter. ALL GROWTH • Encourage members and non-members to participate in a PROJECTS WILL BE USED AS TABLE DECORATIONS you do? Where did you go? What did you make? What did • Women’s Health Issues — are unique and we encourage Walk-A-Thon, 5K, etc. FOR JUNIOR LUNCHEON. you participate in? This is your journey, how did it help you you to consider hosting an educational program on a health grow? • Support legislation that promotes prevention of health issues issue that is important to your community. Creative Writing Project — and hearing impairment. N2. Digital Scrapbook — See Mini scrapbook above. • Creative and Performing Arts — PICK will supplement Open to members and non-members. May be a poem, story • Assist your Lecturer with a program educating members and or an essay. Entry may be typed or hand written, double N3. Creative Writing Contest — Write a story about what prizes for contests open to non-members. We will help you would like to grow and who would help you. non-members about major health issues and how they can spaced and placed in a protective cover and labeled. Talent participants with travel expenses to the National N4. Creative Art Contest — showcase. be prevented. There will be three age groups in the Creative Writing Project 5-7, • Create a container to collect Campbell’s product UPC labels 8-10, 11-14. Member only: What would you like to grow (Age groups: 7 and under; 8-10, 11-14) and who would help you. Complete Program Contest and donate labels to a local school or the Colorado School Must be a picture showing what the Theme means to you. What is a Complete Program? for the Deaf and Blind. Mini-Scrapbook Contest — May use crayons, colored pencils, markers or paints. Programs contain activities, tips, and a list of needed To capture the activities of the Junior Maximum size is 8-1/2 x 11 inches. • Create a container to collect Aluminum Tabs for the Ronald supplies for fun exploration of specific topics and the activities Grange member throughout the year. Public Speaking — (Age group: 11-14) McDonald House. listed in the box. The programs can be submitted on paper, on What did you do? Where did you go? Topics: “How the Junior Grange Can Grow Across the a CD, via email, etc. Programs can be in PowerPoint • Post and encourage healthy habits or other health related What did you make? This is your Nation ” OR any topic of your choice. Speech must be a presentations. issues. journey how did it help you grow? minimum of 4 minutes and a maximum of 7 minutes. Judging Criteria: • Host a Disease Prevention Seminar. Digital Scrapbook — Contest held at State Grange in conjunction with the 1) Content • Be creative. See Mini-Scrapbook above. Lecturer’s program at State. MMaannddyy PPrroojjeecctt Family And Women’s Activities for the Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind. Class B — Crochet or Knit Cindy Greer, Director Idella Lewis and Karen Baxter, Co-Directors Sign A Song Contest Sweater (any size) 7629 CR 100, Hesperus, CO 81326-9311 Lewis • 11615 W. 32nd Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 Regional opportunities will be held in conjunction with the Class C — Crochet (miscellaneous) Phone: 970-588-3386 State Lecturer. Participants will be eligible to participate in the 303-223-3393 • [email protected] Class D — Embroidery, Cross Stitch, Counted Cross Stitch Email: [email protected] Great Plains Regional Youth conference in July. Baxter • 14857 CR 240, Bayfield, CO 81122 (any item — back must be uncovered) 1. Participants are to submit three copies of the words to the Phone: 970-259-1595 Class E — Decorator Pillows The purpose of song they are signing. Quilting the Mandy Project 2. Participants must provide their own music. A cassette and In all categories you may enter Class F — Machine Quilted Quilt (any size) is to help children CD player will be available. only one entry per class. with hearing loss Class G — Hand Quilted Quilt (any size) 3. Anyone who is a professional instructor or receives money Baking, Food Preservation and Needlework, Quilting to become Class H — Quilted Table Runner for signing may not enter. and Sewing entries must be a Grange member. productive citizens 4. Signers must use total communication techniques: Sign Class I — Wall Hangings (not to exceed 36” x 54”) Entries will be judged at State Session. and to provide Language, facial expressions, mouthing of words for lip Sewing assistance to reading, finger spelling if appropriate, and body movement. Baking Class J — Adult Garment a family 5. Props and costumes are not allowed, rhythm is optional. experiencing Label baking entries with the following: Class K — Child’s Garment 6. There are three categories hardship due • Recipe printed on recipe card Class L — Aprons A. Novice — one who is beginning to learn sign, has had • Contestant’s name, address, Grange to a child’s Class M — Stuffed Toys no more than three sign language classes and has • Class hearing loss. Class N — Quilt Block Contest As many entered the Sign a Song contest no more than two years. All baking entries are to be exhibited on a sturdy disposable B. Hobbyist — one who signs on an occasional basis and base and placed in a Ziploc bag. All items will become the Quilt block pattern and children will be instructions will be printed in helped as possible and as funds are available. Families with a strictly for fun. One who has entered the Sign a Song property of the State Directors and will be sold following contest more than two years. judging at the State Session. the Granger or posted on the child who has a hearing loss will be chosen through the FWA page on the State or C. Group — two or more people signing. application process to receive funding assistance to help cover Class A — Cakes (Butter Cake, frosted) National website. costs of hearing aids, speech therapy, surgery or other related 7. Only one song may be signed during the competition Class B — Altered Cake Mix Class O — Miscellaneous includes expenses. performance. Medleys are not allowed. Class C — Yeast Bread anything with fabric, thread or yarn. Brochures can be obtained by contacting the State Director. 8. Participants must sign their own name and song title. (One loaf or seven rolls per plate) Granges who sponsor a special fundraiser or make a First place winners will receive $25. Class D — Sweet Rolls (Seven rolls made with yeast) “From The Heart” Projects donation to the Mandy Project will receive a special certificate Class E — Bar Cookies (Seven per plate) Baby Quilts are accepted but not judged at State Session. at State Convention. Class F — Drop, Rolled, Shaped Cookies They will be donated to a worthy cause. Every Grange should have a “Do You Know the Signs” YYouth Program (Seven per plate) Blue Star Mothers — small items to be sent by mothers of poster up in their hall or in the building where they meet if at Class G — Quick Breads military serving overseas. Acceptable items will be on the all possible. Brochures with the same information are Family and Women’s Activities website. available and should also be available for distribution at your Charlene Porter, Director (Fruit or nut containing no yeast) meeting place. 5090 Cody St., Arvada, CO 80002 Class H — Fudge (Seven pieces per plate) Clothing Protectors — bibs for adults will be donated to area nursing homes. Instructions on website. Granges are encouraged to give these posters and brochures Phone: 720-434-7161 Class I — Other Candy (Seven pieces per plate) Eyeglasses — collect and donate to a local Lions Club. to their local schools, pre-schools, and Kindergarten classes. Email: [email protected] Class J — Gluten Free Cookies (Seven per plate) Early intervention is important to a child’s learning when Class K — Gluten Free Cakes Boxtops for Education — donate to a local school in your hearing loss is involved. Posters and Brochures can be Class I — Gluten Free Breads area. The Youth Department is open to all ages with only a obtained through the Mandy Project Director. couple of contests restricted to age. Thus, anyone from very Food Preservation Granges are encouraged to collect Campbell’s product UPC youthful to youthful seniors can enter these contests! Symbols for the Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind. Bring Canned items should be entered in standard glass canning Youth/Junior Officers — will be opening the Colorado the symbols to the State Grange Convention and we will pass jars and sealed with new lids. Headspace for jams/jellies is 1/4” OOuuttssttaannddiinngg State Grange Session on Saturday morning. We need youth age them on to the school. and canned foods is 1/2”. Canned items will not be opened for and Junior age Grangers to serve as officers. Following the judging. Canned foods must be picked up before the end of Granges might also sponsor sign language classes in their opening and the Junior Luncheon, a special Fun Activity will GGrraannggeerr CCoonntteesstt State Session. halls. be planned. Entries should be labeled with the following: Subordinate And Pomona Grange Hospitality Room — The Youth department will operate Any initiated Colorado Grange member may be nominated • Name of item and Class Activities Suggestions the Hospitality room at State Session. Food donations and for the Outstanding Granger Award. This award is presented monetary donations are appreciated. • Method of processing at the Final Banquet of the State Convention to the deserving A. Sponsor, host, or promote Sign Language classes or a Sign • Month and year processed person or persons. A Song contest for the community. Family Camp — Watch The Colorado Granger for details. • Contestant’s name, address, Grange Nominations can be made by any Grange member. The B. Support legislation and encourage assistance for the There are many contests and activities available for the youth. Class 1 — Canned Foods nominations should be in booklet form about the nominee for hearing impaired. Please submit your ideas and suggestions to the State Youth Department. Send your email and/or snail mail address to the Class 2 — Jams, Jellies the judges to use to make their decision. The booklet should C. Sponsor a special fundraiser for the Mandy Project and contain: assist in distributing Mandy Project flyers/brochures. State Director to receive upcoming information. Check the Class 3 — Juices National Grange website (www.nationalgrange.org) and the 1. Letters of Recommendation D. Promote Hearing Testing Class 4 — Salsas, tomatoes State Grange website (www.coloradogrange.org/youth) for Class 5 — Pickles, any kind 2. Information about the person’s Grange activities and E. Assist Lecturer with a program educating members and youth programs and updated information. Remember you are non-members about deafness or hearing loss. Class 6 — Dried Foods including leathers and jerky achievements. a Grange member!! Participate in all Grange activities and (1/2 Cup in a plastic bag) 3. Articles F. Write articles about Grange Deaf Activities Projects and programs. Help make the Grange GROW! 4. Pictures send to local news media during May, which is a special Great Plains Regional Leadership Conference will be Needlework, Quilting And Sewing month for deaf awareness. 5. Other supportive material (involvement with organizations hosted by. Kansas in June. Public Speaking, Sign A Song, All entries must be made by a Grange member and finished G. Each Grange should have posters up on Signs of Deafness Grange Jeopardy and Parliamentary procedure contests will be other than Grange) or Hearing Loss for within the current Grange year. All items should be picked up held. before the end of State Session. Entries are due in the State Grange office by September 9. 1) Adults National Grange 151st Convention will be November 7- Entries should be labeled with the following: The State Master will appoint a committee to judge the 2) Children 11, 2017, in Spokane, Washington. Youth Officers, • Class entries. The winner is not announced until the banquet, and H. Promote Finger Spelling Bees, Sign Language Challenges, Ambassadors, Young Couples, Legislative experience • Name, address, Grange may be kept a surprise if the sponsor so wished. and Sign A Song competitions. participants re opportunities for those who meet the A plaque noting this award is given to the winner, as well as I. Create a container to hold Campbell’s product UPC qualifications. Youth have the opportunity to participate in Needlework a special name badge that will always denote that the person symbols so members can bring them to a central location workshops, tours, contests and parties. Class A — Crocheted or Knit Afghans (any size) received this special honor. LLeeccttuurreerr’’ss AAwwaarrddss:: PPrrooggrraammmmiinngg AAcchhiieevveemmeenntt,, CCrreeaattiivvee && PPeerrffoorrmmiinngg AArrMMttsseemmbbeerrsshhiipp PPrrooggrraamm Performing Arts Hobby Corner Kathy Wardle, State Lecturer Guidelines: Roger Ayers, State Director Each Grange is encouraged to bring at least one participant 1136 Bluebell Way, Brighton, CO 80601 • All work must be original from start to finish, with the 13151 Hwy. 140, Hesperus, CO 81326 to the State Talent Showcase. The participant does not have to exception of a purchased frame, kit, or mold. Phone: 303-659-8470 • [email protected] be a Grange member. The more participants, the better the 970-385-4557 • [email protected] Showcase will be. Judging Criteria: There will be two age categories in Vocal, Instrumental, • Originality/Neatness/Creativity/Workmanship Meet the challenge! Lecturer’s Star Awards Classes: 1. Holiday items Lecturers completing the Star Report form and returning the Variety and Joke Telling. What is the challenge? 2. Jewelry form to the State Lecturer by August 25, 2017, will be eligible I. Junior, 5-13 Five new members this year. 3. Miscellaneous for the following Star Awards. Reports should be mailed to II. Adult, 14 and over. The Colorado State Kathy Wardle, Colorado State Lecturer, 1136 Bluebell Way, The statewide Showcase will be held at the State 4. Individual Scrapbooks Membership program will Brighton, Colorado 80601 or email the completed form to my Convention on Saturday evening. Those wishing to 5. Special Gifts offer recognition and participate in the Talent Contest need to notify the State email at: [email protected]. Photography rewards to Granges for Lecturer on or before Thursday of State Convention. One Guidelines: new members joining Star certificates will be awarded to each Grange earning participant in the statewide Showcase 14 and over division will any of the following possible stars. Granges completing all • Photos should be mounted or in a photo mat. between September 1, be eligible to participate in the National Grange Evening of 2016-August 31, 2017. of the categories will earn recognition as a Star Excellence held during the National Convention in November. • Framed photos will not be accepted. 1) Granges that get at least Achievement Grange. Classes: • An image may be entered in only one class. five (5) new members. • Gold Star — Information: Programs/activities providing I. Vocal • Participants may enter all classes using separate images. educational information on pertinent issues to your II. Instrumental • Participants may have multiple entries in one category. 2) The Subordinate/community community. III. Variety • Photos/images may be made by a commercial processor, but Grange with the most new members. • Blue Star — Entertainment: Programs/activities involving (skits, readings, monologues, dance, pantomimes, etc.) must have been taken by the entrant. 3) The Pomona Grange with the most traveling outside your hall or meeting place for an event, IV. Joke Telling • The photo must not be less than 4 x 6 new members, special meal, art exhibit, play, or show, etc. V. Public Speaking or larger than 11 x 14. and (See Youth and Junior Dept. for specific guidelines) • Green Star — Membership: Activities/programs promoting • A caption/title about the photo is optional. 4) Granges completing a “Celebrate the ‘Ask’” VI. Sign A Song membership and recruiting new members. • Only prints (color, black/white or digital) will be accepted, membership program. (Details and forms for this (See Deaf and Junior Dept. for specific guidelines). no slides. • Red Star — Community: Programs/activities specifically will be sent with State Master’s newsletter early planned for the community. Community Dinner • Professional photographers may not enter the contest 2017.) (professionals make their living through photography.) Granges that sponsor a Community Dinner planned Remember, ask someone to join your Grange. YOU can • Silver Star — Cooperation: Sponsor programs/activities Judging Criteria: cooperating with other community groups. around a theme such as a Chili Cook-off or Luau or other make a difference. New members make your Grange stronger. creative event will be recognized. • Composition and arrangement — Interest — Presentation • Orange Star — Family: Programs/activities oriented around — Technique the family or provide opportunities that are focused on the Lecturer Contests Classes: 1. Landscapes and Seascapes family. General Guidelines for all Lecturers’ Contests: 2. People PPuubblliicc RReellaattiioonnss • Purple Star — Media: Creating publicity using social media • All entries in Fine Art, Hobby Corner, Photography, or With 3. Animals and Other Creatures or traditional media to promote Grange programs/activities Pen in Hand must be labeled as follows: Name, address, 4. Photo Collage or Story and the Grange. Suggested media include website, e-blasts, Larry Corman, Director Grange or sponsoring Grange, class, member or non- With Pen in Hand Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn plus traditional brochures, 396 Pine Spring Dr., Bayfield, CO 81122 member, and value. Guidelines: posters, news releases, newsletters, and PowerPoint • All entries are due at State Session on Thursday between 8 Phone: 970-884-4765 • 970-749-8438 presentations about your Grange, etc. Working with three • All entries must be typed and double spaced. a.m. to noon. Email: [email protected] or more media types qualify for this award. • Individuals may have more than one entry in a class. • Entries may be fictional or non-fictional. Outstanding Subordinate and Pomona Lecturer Award will • All categories are open to Grange members in good stand- Judging Criteria: This year, Public Relations has joined with the other State be awarded based on the Star Report form. ing as well as non-members sponsored by a local Grange. • Content — organization departments/programs in the “One Book” submission. Please • Entries must be completed since the beginning of the • Spelling, punctuation and grammar include your public relations submission in the ONE BOOK Grange Yearbook Contest previous State Convention. • Audience appeal and send it to: If you create a Yearbook for your Grange, please place the • We reserve the right to combine or divide classes as number Classes: 1. Short story or essay Lecturer’s Star Report Form at the beginning of the yearbook. of entries warrants. 2. Recommend a book. (your choice) Kathy Wardle, State Lecturer Note: Granges do not need to create a yearbook to be eligible • Participants must select the class for his/her entry. 3. Poetry 1136 Bluebell Way, Brighton, CO 80601 for the Lecturer’s Star Awards. Awards: First place receives $5, second place $3 and third Due: August 25, 2017 Up to four Granges will be recognized for the best Grange place $2. Food Sustainability Program A Best of Show will be awarded. 2017 Yearbooks (scrapbooks). Yearbooks must be received Subordinate and Pomona Granges completing any ONE Clearly identify the section for your publicity material so 1. The Grange with the most entries will receive The by August 25, 2017 by the State Lecturer. Please mail them category and reporting on the Community Garden Program that it can be judged at State Session. Judging of your Grange’s Colorado State Grange Lecturer’s Participation Award. to Kathy Wardle, Colorado State Grange Lecturer, 1136 Form (to be mailed to Subordinate Granges and due to the publicity efforts will be based on: Bluebell Way, Brighton, Colorado 80601. 2. A Sweepstakes Award will be given to the individual State Lecturer on August 25, 2017) will receive a Community with the most entries in the Lecturer’s programs. • Quantity of Information Releases August events can be covered with pre-event publicity and Garden Award. • Quality of Information Releases (visual, contact info, when, preparation coverage. Fine Art Categories (do one of the following): where, what...) Guidelines: ONE BOOK. The Lecturer Department, the Community • Share The Harvest • Variety of public promotions (flyers, radio, newspaper, etc.) Service Department and the Publicity Department have agreed • All entries must be framed or on a firm backing which enables the entry to be properly displayed. Grange members and friends donate excess crops to • Social/web Media presence (Web, Facebook, Twitter...) to allow one book that covers all three categories to be created the local food bank or pantry or a deserving family. • Professional submission of this report and submitted for the various awards from these departments. • Entrant is responsible if charcoal and pencil entries are not treated to prevent smudging. OR Plant or sponsor a community garden. In the front section of the ONE BOOK, please include a Please place a form in the front of the scrapbook for each • Community Produce Classes or Contest page (clearly identified as Public Relations) which has the department you are wishing your book to be judged in. • Entries of nudes are not allowed. • Entries cannot be covered with glass. Sponsor an agricultural oriented contest for your following information on it: Criteria: (Plexiglas may be used.) community. Establish your own judging criteria. Grange (or Pomona) Name Subordinate and Pomona Granges will be in the same Criteria for judging entries: OR Sponsor a class on an agricultural topic. Contact Person along with phone number/email category. • Use of medium selected — Craftsmanship and skill — • Community Food Preservation I encourage each of the Granges to become more visible in Judging: Composition/presentation of subject — Originality Demonstration or Classes your publicity efforts. I also serve as the State Grange’s 1. Completeness Classes: 1. Painting Sponsor a food preservation demonstration for your webmaster — please contact me if you want your Grange to 2. Creativity 2. Drawing community. have a presence on the State’s website. I am also available for 3. Craftsmanship 3. Computer art/collage OR Sponsor a class on food preservation. any of your technology needs. January-February 2017, The Colorado Granger, Page 5

This National Merit Achievement Award was given to Kaleb Burnett at the Darden Pomona Christmas Party in recognition of outstanding per- formance and dignified representation of the Colorado State Grange at Halloween Party at Wheat Ridge Grange. the Junior Grange Breakfast in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, November 18, 2016. Congratulations on a job well done! Wheat Ridge documentary introducing permacul- asked if any other children would like Contact Charlene Porter, char- ture, a design method for a garden to perform. We have sooo much tal- [email protected], 720-434-7161, that offers an ecological alternative for ent in our youth! The favorite song of for further information. solving issues related to agriculture, the night was Jingle Bells. The first Thursday of each month economics, governance, and more. Master Mike Lackey read The — Business meeting at 6 p.m. The film presented a vast array of Night Before Christmas to the chil- The third Thursday of each projects, concepts, and people, and dren, another few sing-a-long songs month — Social gathering, educa- translated the diversity of permacul- and then the last song “Here Comes tion and events at 6 p.m. ture into something that can be under- Santa Claus.” Santa arrived and each The second Monday of each stood by an equally diverse audience. child received a small gift from Santa. month — Potluck and Bunco at 12 For those familiar, it is a call to action The finale was the Snowman piñata. p.m. and a glimpse into what’s possible — Each person left with a bag full of The 3rd Wednesday of each what kind of projects and solutions are candy, fruit and a popcorn ball. Over month — Gambling Trip — meet at already underway. For those unfamil- 30 adults and children from the Carin’ the Safeway parking lot at 44th and iar, it was an introduction to a new Clinic and Shannon’s Hope attend- Lowell. $10: $5 to play and a $10 way of being and a new way of relat- ed. We had Maple Grove, Wheat food voucher. ing to the Earth. For everyone, it was Ridge and Enterprise members also in We just had our Inaugural Christ- a reminder that humans are capable of attendance. The Carin’ Clinic also mas Party and feasted on Spaghetti! being planetary healing forces. provided us with three families in Instead of having a gift exchange, we Joe Pirozzoli, Public Relations for need during the holidays. With gifts collected non-perishable foods for Arvada Modelers Association, spoke and meals, we can make their holidays Wheat Ridge United Methodist to us about drones and model air- a little less stressful. Thanks to every- Church. Everyone enjoyed a casual planes early this past spring. He then one who attended and to all those who night with friends, ate some great told us about Warbirds Over the pitched in to make this a memorable food, played some games and just Rockies, an international event that evening for all! enjoyed what the season is truly attracts model aviation pilots and war- Again this year, Jefferson County about! birds (planes) from around the globe. Human Services asked organizations Our second Annual Chili Cook-off The event took place at their airfield in the community to fill Christmas will benefit the Backpack Program in Arvada, west of Leyden Rock, the stockings or tote bags for low income January 19 starting at 6 p.m. Join us weekend of September 24 and 25. seniors and disabled adults. There are for a fun evening. Entry fee for Chili Several Enterprise Grange members about 4,500 of these adults in Jeffer- is $10 and $5 to be a taste tester. For attended. It was a fun-filled afternoon son County alone, many without fam- more details or to participate, please and most felt it was just as good as any ily or support systems. We were able contact Charlene. air show with full-sized airplanes and to help with approximately 175 stock- Our Grange will be hosting a worth writing down on their calendars ings. Our Chili Dinner is a fundrais- monthly bus trip to Black Hawk on for 2017. er for this project and this year we the third Wednesday of the month. On October 5, we returned to the made much more than in the past. We Casino Bus Trip will pick you up at Pleasant Park Master Yvonne Ludwig, Julie Olson, and Denise Patrick Botanic Gardens for the film and pres- were happy to have extra items this 9 a.m. at the Safeway parking lot at volunteering at Christmas Celebration. entation called GMO OMG. The di- year that we donated to add to other 44th and Lowell and return by 3 p.m. rector of the film and concerned father stockings for this worthy cause. We are looking forward to a great Jeremy Seifert went in search of an- Carol Lackey 2017. swers about how GMOs affect our Charlene Porter children, the health of our planet, and Maple Grove Pleasant Park our freedom of choice? And perhaps Contact Idella Lewis, idellam the ultimate question: is it even pos- [email protected], 303-233-3393, Contact Yvonne Ludwig, Master, sible to reject the food system current- for further information. 303-838-4805, for information. ly in place, or have we lost something January 5, 2017 — Maple Grove January 14 — Regular meeting we can’t gain back? These and other meets for potluck at 6:30 p.m. fol- 10 a. m. followed by Potluck Lunch. questions took us on a journey from lowed by the meeting. February 11 — Regular meeting Seifert’s family table to Haiti, Paris, Maple Grove Grange met in De- 10 a. m. followed by Potluck Lunch. Norway, and the lobby of agra-giant cember with the annual Christmas March 11 — Regular meeting 10 Monsanto. This film helped us gain potluck dinner. The beautiful Christ- a. m. followed by Potluck Lunch. insight into a question that is of grow- mas tree was lit with everyone in the The annual Thanksgiving Dinner ing concern to citizens the world over: true spirit of Christmas. A gift ex- was held after the regular meeting on What’s on your plate? change was held around the tree and November 12. Abe Lincoln (John Our Thanksgiving Dinner was on there was a minimal amount of “steal- Vohl) was our guest speaker. Thank November 9 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. We ing” of gifts with everyone going you to all the Grange Members who invited clients from the Carin’ Clinic home with a treasured item. came up the hill for the dinner and and Shannon’s Hope to share the John Cruz and son John and chil- speaker. We enjoyed having you. evening with the Grange families and dren and Idella Lewis went up to the Mark your calendars — Abe will be the members of the community. Our mountains to find the perfect Christ- back for our Thanksgiving event on Betty Long was a Grand Marshal in the parade. Thanksgiving feast was a traditional mas tree to cut for Maple Grove November 11, 2017! potluck with turkey and all the trim- Grange. They lucked out with the We were pleased to win second mings. The meal was delicious and weather being warm just before the place with the Volunteer Hour scrap- everyone had a wonderful evening. blast of cold arctic air blew in upon book. Thank you to Donna Beck, This year’s Old Fashioned Christ- us. It is a huge Douglas fir tree and Denise Patrick and Sharon Bonomo mas Dinner and Party with Santa were was decorated by Grange members for all their hard work and time to held in conjunction with the Pomona and Rocky Mountain Square Dance compile the book. Christmas Party on Saturday Decem- members. Betty Long and Donna Beck were ber 9. After our Christmas potluck, we Marion Cruz is recovering now the Grand Marshals at the Conifer had a sing-a-long with pianist Mary after having hip surgery. Marge Gatlin 35th annual Christmas Parade. Don Staghouse. Kaleb Burnett was then is doing better after having several and Suzi Morris represented the Con- given a National Merit Achievement health setbacks. We wish them both ifer Historical Society and Museum Award for his performance and rep- well in their recoveries. with an entry in the Parade. Several resentation of the Enterprise Grange There was a problem with the heat- members volunteered their time at and the Colorado State Grange in er but it is now doing fine. Thanks to the Chamber Winter Celebration Washington, D.C., at the National Bill Lane for overseeing the project wherever they were needed. Junior Grange Breakfast during the of restoring heat. We had a great time at our Christ- convention. Kaleb then performed a We wish everyone a Happy New mas Party and white elephant gift ex- Christmas song, “It’s Beginning to Year! change. Look a Lot Like Christmas.” Mike Idella Lewis Don and Suzi Morris at Conifer Parade. (Continued on Page 6) Page 6, The Colorado Granger, January-February 2017

Thanks to all who donated to the Jeffco Foster Kids’ Gift Drive! And, thanks to all those who helped wrap hundreds of gifts! You all showed the true meaning of the holidays with Jeffco Foster Kids’ Toy Drive and Wrapping Party at the Golden Gate Grange. your generosity and your time! Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!

DardenJefferson County • Pleasant Park (Continued from Page 5) The Bicycle Rest Stop is closed for the season. A special thank you to all the members that made it a success this year. Everyone is invited to come and join us at any of our meetings! Our Lecturer has more interesting speak- ers scheduled. The Pleasant Park Grange Hall continues to be a busy place hosting meetings and special events. All Grange members can use the facility for a donation. Contact Donna Beck at 303-907-9855 if you want to plan an event there. Golden Gate Auxiliary and Golden Gate Grange members Mary Pries- Yvonne Ludwig Grange member Helene Arendt with her beautiful precious metal jewel- ter and Susan Dentry raising funds for our firefighters at the Golden Gate ry at the Golden Gate Holiday Craft Fair. Holiday Craft Fair. Golden Gate Primmer 303 239-6789. We have several fellows who are reg- at the Grange this year. Stay tuned Website: www.goldengategrange Contact Master Rich Phillips, Thanks to Vicky Phillips and her ular attendees, so don’t be shy fel- for more details! If you would like to .com; Like us on our Facebook page 303-277-1933, or Jayne Ruesch, friends who organized and ran the lows … join us for Yoga! help plan and organize this event, call — Golden Gate Canyon Community. 303-215-9257, for further informa- Family Halloween Party. One young There will be a Mardi Gras Party Rich Phillips, 303-277-1933. Rich Phillips tion. party goer announced, “This is the January 5 — Grange Meeting, 3 best party I ever went to!” High praise, Marvel hall for a memorial gathering on No- to 4 p.m. indeed! vember 11. The Secret Sister group La Plata Contact Cindy Greer, 970-588- met on December 4 at Cindy Greer’s January 8 — Pancake Breakfast, The Golden Gate Holiday Craft Archuleta and La Plata Counties, CO 3386 or [email protected], for 8 to 10:30 a.m. Fair was a success. The Grange gar- and San Juan County, NM house. Most tried to complete a word further information. scramble game before sharing who February 2 — Grange Meeting, nered almost $500 and our local January 6 — Business Meeting 3 to 4 p.m. crafters were afforded an inexpensive Mt. Allison they thought their Secret Sister was 7:30 p.m. — Program. and opening gifts. New names were February 12 — Pancake Break- forum to sell their unique wares. Contact Larry Corman, 970-884- January 9 — La Plata Pomona fast, 8 to 10:30 a.m. Wreath Making was another fun 4762 or Larry_Corman@hotmail drawn and refreshments enjoyed. Meeting 7:30 p.m. — Marvel We took the month of November February 25 — Mardi Gras Par- event. Local greens gathered by .com for more information. Grange Host. ty, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Grange members and others were Upcoming events: off. We canceled our December busi- January ? — Homemade Soap ness meeting. Had a waffle night on March 2 — Grange Meeting, 3 to fashioned into beautiful wreaths. Kids January 16 — monthly business workshop, Date TBD. December 16 with a white elephant 4 p.m. were busy with holiday crafts. meeting at 7 p.m. (Grange Hall) January 21 — Chili Cook-off and gift exchange. December 31 we were March 12 — Pancake Breakfast, For the third year we held a Holiday February 20 — monthly busi- Dessert Auction. busy as it was a fifth Saturday and the 8 to 10:30 a.m. Toy and Clothing Drive and Wrapping ness meeting at 7 p.m. (Grange January 28 — Dryside Quilters day for a free community breakfast in Mondays at 1:30 p.m. and Wed- Party for the children in Jefferson Hall) 9 a.m.-3 p.m. the morning and a New Year’s Eve nesday at 5 p.m. — Yoga. County Foster Care. Thanks to Grang- April 15 — Easter Supper (5-7 February 3 — Business Meeting Pancake Breakfasts, held on the er Janet Primmer who is the President “construction” party that evening. p.m.) 7:30 p.m. — Program. We are looking into getting new second Sunday of the month, are a of the Jefferson County Foster Families We’ve gotten through the fall and February 4 — Marvel United great way to catch up with neighbors for organizing this wonderful event. signs for the outside of the Grange are looking forward to the New Year! Methodist Ground Hog Supper 4- Hall. and friends. Pancakes, eggs, sausage, Thanks, too, to all those who donated Still not much snow down in this part 7 p.m. coffee and juice will be served. The gifts and helped wrap presents. Thank you to Sheryl Ayers for pro- of the country but that could change February 11 — Dance viding a fun game of “Thanksgiving” price is $5 for adults and kids $2. If Yoga classes continue to be a popu- after this weekend. February ? — Small Motor Re- you would like to help, call Janet lar offering at the Golden Gate Grange. charades after our November meeting. We had a change to our Christmas pair workshop, Date TBD. Cindy Greer breakfast this year. We’ll report on February 25 — Luau 6:30 p.m. how it went since we’re just now get- February 25 — Dryside Quilters Marvel JGs ting ready to host it on December 19. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact: Cindy Greer hcrdgreer Instead of the recent community March 3 — Business Meeting @frontier.net, or Jenna Greer djbn breakfasts, our worthy Lecturer Yvon- 7:30 p.m. — Program. [email protected], or 970-588-3386 ne Chapman suggested that we have In October we co-hosted the for further information. a Grinch~mas supper/evening instead. League of Women Voters at the Fort January 10 — Meeting 5 p.m. As many of you know, we have no Lewis Mesa Elementary School. The We have officially moved out meet- idea if 20 or 100 will show up for the League presented information on the ings to Tuesday at 5 p.m. either the delicious menu of Roasted Beast, ballot issues. The La Plata County first or second Tuesday of the month Who Mash, and Green Finger punch. Commissioners held their On The depending on schedules. December 6 No matter how many show up, we Road Meeting at the Marvel Grange we met and made Christmas decora- are looking forward to an excellent Hall and we provided cookies and tions or ornaments, played games, time. coffee. decorated the Grange’s Christmas Larry Corman The Tony Herrera family used the Tree and worked on the Salutation. We had nine members attend this Special guests were State Grange meeting. Treasurer Marlys Halbeisen, State We hope to have a real meeting in Adams,WorkingMorgan and Weld Counties Youth Director Charlene Porter and January. Maple Grove’s new member Marge Cindy Greer Victory Gatlin. Marlys attended to present Contact Master David McCord, Victory Grange member and former Colorado State Grange Website [email protected], for Colorado State Grange Secretary Larry Corman takes care of the web further information. Marge Sassman with her recognition page for the State Grange. He is re- We hosted our annual party mid- for 20 years of service as our Secre- questing that Officers and Directors day on Friday, December 9, to avoid tary. contact him with updates for their de- nighttime traffic by members and Following lunch a “cut-throat” gift partments. guests. This was our first meeting in exchange was conducted with lots of He would like to link the web page the restored Hall after repairs were fun for all. Our youngest guest was of each Grange to the State Grange completed to fix the leaky roof and re- our grandson Colton McCord, age 3 site. Please contact him to have this place water stained and damaged ceil- years, who was gifted with a set of done so Grange members and others ing tile and insulation. New LED plastic tools. He then commenced to can easily access your page for infor- lighting was also added to update the attempt disassembly of anything mation. building’s interior appearance and mechanical in reach. Larry Corman: larry_corman@hot Wreath making at Golden Gate. energy efficiency. David McCord mail.com or 970-884-4762. January-February 2017, The Colorado Granger, Page 7

Arapahoe,Progressive Denver, Douglas & Elbert Counties Castlewood Contact Secretary Joyce Moun- tain, 303-268-3440, or Joan Hill, 303-648-3104, for further informa- tion. We had a wonderful Harvest Din- ner with about 40 folks enjoying the abundant turkey, taters and delicious shared holiday dishes as the photos at- test. We also celebrated our Ruby Hickman’s 94th birthday, although she was not able to attend due to ill- ness. She has been a Grange member for over 40 years. An announcement was made by Gary Tobey that we will be hosting tables. Dates to be announced at a permitting. No meeting in February. learning seminars on how food is pro- later date. We will meet in March. duced and how it is delivered to our We will meet in January, weather Joyce Mountain

Grandview Contact Teresa Montejano, 303-408-7389 or teresamontejano@hot mail.com, for further information. What a fun time provided by Jackman Brothers Production at our Grange’s Parents Night Out. The kids ate pizza and snacks, made a gift to take home for their parents, played games, and watched a Christmas movie.

home cooked brunch BEFORE Val- was a big hit for the little ones. We entine’s Day. Eggs, bacon, hash changed things up a bit and held it in PikesEl Paso and T ellerPeak Counties browns, biscuits ’n gravy etc. (sorry, the afternoon (1-3 p.m.) this year. Not we can’t do the champagne). A friend- a very scary time of day but, real good ly atmosphere and always good food. for the “under teen” crowd. It worked Florissant Please feel free to join us. well as we had at least 40 children turn Contact Ed Oppermann, 719- Late October thru December is def- out to join in the fun. We made a maze 748-5004, florissantgrange@gmail initely a busy time at the Florissant from a wood frame and lots of card- .com, for further information. Grange. Without our volunteers we board. It was a huge success. Even our February 11, 2017 — 10 a.m.-1 would never be able to have this much Master had a go at it. Scarecrows were p.m. Valentine’s Day Brunch. fun or do this much good for our com- made, pumpkins were decorated, priz- Get on your sweetheart’s good side munity. es were handed out for costumes and by bringing her/him to a good ol’ Our Kids Halloween Party (Oct. 29) candy was consumed. There was even a “potato hunt” (the Fall version of Eas- ter Eggs)! A good time was had by all. November 23 our Grange hosted its Free Thanksgiving Dinner for the VFW Ladies Auxiliary presents grant check to Florissant Grange. community. This event has been well received in the past and, thanks to a lot of wonderful volunteers, this year was a huge success once again. Over a hundred people attended and had a great traditional Thanksgiving din- ner. Many of whom stayed and chat- ted with friends for a good while after listening to the music of The Floris- sant Jammers. I can’t thank our cooks and servers enough. A huge effort but, well worth it. Santa and his wife visited our Grange Hall once again on December 10. About 23 kids from our area brought their parents out to meet them. Treats were handed out to the good boys and girls, crafts were made, face painting was done and cookies Florissant Grange Mrs. Claus, Santa and kiddos. were sampled! One of our members was anxious to try out her new toy (a Santa and Baby Santa. photo printer) so she took photos of the children with Mr. and Mrs. Claus and printed them out for the parents there at the party. No waiting this year! Thank you Sue. It was appreci- ated. Every Thursday all year we have music by The Florissant Jammers. Potluck starts at 6 p.m. and music from 6:30 p.m. until the musicians call it a night. If you play an instru- ment and would like to jam with us some Thursday, please come on out! Last but, not least we had our Last Minute Craft Show. Saturday, Dec. 17, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Just in time for Christmas. Procrastinators always love this one! Ed Oppermann See Page 8 for information from Mount Lookout and Left Hand Florissant Grange Christmas Party complete with crafts and goodies. Face painting. Subordinate Granges. Page 8, The Colorado Granger, January-February 2017 Left Hand Boulder County Contact Bruce Johnson, 720-301-6367 or [email protected] for Boulder County further information.

Live music at Mount Lookout Grange Pig Roast. cers’ retreat, where we will brain- Boulder County Architect Stan Sny- storm our activities for the coming Left Hand Valley Grange Park new benches and re-mounted plaque. der and Eagle Scout Candidate Ming Ute Mountain year. We plan to bring back to the Dolores and Montezuma Counties Ming Sun. membership more education and gen- Mount Lookout eral interest programs, in addition to well attended. We are expecting that Contact Carol van der Harten, completing a commercial kitchen ex- the presence of a certified commercial [email protected] or 970-533-9955, pansion and community food pantry. kitchen will bring many more won- for further information. This year promises to be a busy, pro- derful activities to our Grange Hall. January 8 — Community Sup- ductive time. We are looking forward to an excit- per 5:30 p.m. We will also host the annual MLK ing are year. January 16 — Annual communi- community breakfast, which is always Carol van der Harten ty Martin Luther King breakfast. January 18 — Officers meeting 6 p.m. February 12 — Community Sup- per 5:30 p.m. February 15 — Officers meeting 6 p.m. Following a very successful fund- raising event in October, a Pig Roast Painting Class at the Left Hand Grange. with live music and great food, it has been decided that this should contin- National Grange Has A New And Improved Grange Store ue as a yearly event. The officers elected for the new year include: Links to both the Grange Store @Monroe Classic Kathryn Fulton, Master; Josh Horner, and the Grange Supplies Store @National Grange Overseer; Betsy Harrison, Treasurer; are below and on the National Grange website. Carol van der Harten, Secretary; Gretchen Groenke, Lecturer; Craig There are a lot of new items available for sale. Feigenbaum, Steward. Patricia Burk, Greg Kemp, Jordan Lang and Chad www.promoplace.com/grange Close will also serve on the Council. Left Hand Grange Secretary Bruce Johnson and his wife Marcia with www.grangestore.org January will bring our yearly offi- their paintings.