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Play
sessions offer parents information
[SEPT.
25, 2002]
Lincoln Christian College
will offer an eight-week session,
"Parents-Education-Relationship-Play for Infants," Prep-I, from Oct.
1 through Nov. 21.
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This eight-week session for parents and
their babies will allow parents time to play and learn about child
development with college students who are preparing to be teachers.
Prep-I participants will meet each
Tuesday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. during the eight-week session at the
Lincoln Christian Church. This is part of the "Infant and Toddler
Development" class offered at Lincoln Christian College. Parents who
have infants — non-walking babies — are encouraged to call for a
reservation.
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Parents who have walking babies up to
age 3 will meet in a similar class play session on Thursdays from
3:30 to 5 p.m. This group is called Prep-T. Both sessions include
time for play with children and time for adults to discuss
development while student teachers play with children.
Please call
for a reservation at 1 (888) 522-5228, Ext. 2257 and ask for Annette
or Debby.
[LCC news release] |
Heartland Community College
Your pathway to lifelong learning!
Community
Education Class through the Lincoln Center of HCC
For more
information or to register,
call 735-1731,
stop by HCC at 620 Broadway,
or go online at
hcc.cc.il.us/CCE |
Classes currently
available:
Herbaceous Perennials
7:00-9:00 pm,
9/24, U of I
Ext.
Intro to MS Excel
6:00-9:00 pm, 9/30 & 10/7, HCC
Vachel Lindsay
7:00-9:00 pm, 10/2, 9 & 16,
Oasis
Do's & Don'ts of
Landscaping
7:00-9:00 pm, 10/8,
U of I Ext. |
Lincolndailynews.com
is the place to
advertise
Call (217) 732-7443
or e-mail
ads@lincolndailynews.com |
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Step
back and enjoy
the role of grandparent
[SEPT.
21, 2002]
URBANA — "When I was raising
my kids…," "That’s the way we always did it," and "My kids turned
out OK" are common phrases spoken by grandparents when discussing
child-rearing techniques.
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"Grandparents sometimes find it
difficult to let their adult children parent, especially if it
conflicts with their beliefs," said Cheri Burcham, University of
Illinois family life educator. "Opposing values, religious
differences, distance and strained relationships can also add to the
dispute between generations."
Burcham has some advice for
grandparents. The most important thing to remember is that you are
the grandparent, not the parent. Respect your children’s right to
raise their children, and follow their lead. Be supportive and
loving, and ask your children how you can be of assistance to them.
Don’t compare your child-rearing
techniques to theirs. Much has changed in the area of child
development and the information available to parents. "The most
beneficial thing to do is read and update yourself on these new
developments. You still may not agree, but at least you will
understand where your children are coming from," said Burcham.
The most frequent cause of conflict is
miscommunication between generations. Instead of meddling and giving
advice, offer concerns that are expressed tactfully. Pick your
battles carefully. And don’t bring up the past but focus on the
present.
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"Criticizing adult children in front of
the grandchildren is a big no-no," said Burcham. "If grandchildren
sense the stress between generations, they may use this to their
advantage by playing one off of the other."
According to an AARP survey, 50 percent
of responding grandparents stated that they frequently play the role
of friend or companion to their grandchild. "By adopting this view
of the relationship, it certainly alters the grandparent’s viewpoint
of the child in respect to discipline and child-rearing," said
Burcham.
"Step back and enjoy the role of
grandparent — it’s one you don’t want to miss," added Burcham.
Grandchildren can bring out your inner child, make you feel young
again, and give you someone to share your history with. Also, as a
grandparent, you may have more time and resources to share with your
grandchildren than you did with your own children.
"I recommend
that you let your adult children take the lead in rearing their
children and that you don’t interfere unless your grandchild’s
safety and well-being are threatened," said Burcham. "The role of
grandparent can be very positive and fulfilling and can add a
valuable dimension to the family that benefits everyone."
[U of I news release] |
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Animals
for Adoption
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Found
dog
Rescuers seek dog owner
We are seeking help in finding the
owner of a dog found on Monday, Sept. 16, wandering on Old 66 near
the Burwell office building. The dog, an unaltered male
poodle/terrier or schnauzer mix, was thin and wet, as if he had been
out loose for a few days. He had no collar. He was very willing to
go with the woman who stopped to rescue him from the highway. He is
very friendly and seems to be house-trained. His mostly black fur
had been clipped within the last month, so somebody had been caring
for him in the recent past.
We have
contacted local groomers, vets and animal control with no response
so far. If no one claims him soon, we will find a new home for him.
The owner can contact us at 735-1413, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4
p.m. |
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At Logan County Animal Control —
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DOGS
Big to
little, most of these dogs will make wonderful lifelong companions when
you take them home and provide solid, steady training, grooming and
general care. Get educated about what you choose. If you give them
the time and care they need, you will be rewarded with much more
than you gave them. They are entertaining, fun, comforting, and will
lift you up for days on end.
Be prepared to take the necessary time when you bring home a
puppy, kitten, dog, cat or any other pet, and you will be blessed.
[Logan
County Animal Control is thankful for pet supplies donated by
individuals and Wal-Mart.]
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Warden
Sheila Farmer and her assistant, Polly Farmer,
look forward
to assisting you.
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[A friendly-faced 2-year-old male mixed Lab is seeking his
human soul mate.
He's not fixed, and he's good with other dogs.] |
[A purebred Doberman with a sweet disposition, this handsome
1½-year-old male is good with children and other
dogs. His ears are cropped; he is not fixed.] |
[Yes, I have a purple tongue!
That's because I'm a black Labrador and chow chow mix. I'm
male and just 1 year old. I'm not fixed, and I would make a
great farm dog.] |
[Glory is looking for a quiet home where she
can get some TLC. She likes kids. An American bulldog, she is
7 years old and has not been fixed.] |
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Ten reasons to adopt a
shelter dog
1.
I'll bring out your
playful side!
2.
I'll lend an ear to
your troubles.
3.
I'll keep you
fit and trim.
4.
We'll look out for each other.
5.
We'll sniff
out fun together!
6.
I'll keep you
right on schedule.
7.
I'll love you
with all my heart.
8.
We'll have a
tail-waggin' good time!
9.
We'll snuggle
on a quiet evening.
10.
We'll be
best friends always.
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CATS
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[Logan
County Animal Control is thankful for pet supplies donated by
individuals and Wal-Mart.] |
Warden
Sheila Farmer and her assistant, Polly Farmer, look forward
to assisting you. |
In
the cat section there are a number of wonderful cats to
choose from
in a variety of colors and sizes.
Farm
cats available for free!
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[This lovely lady with green eyes is Bailey. She is 3
years old and has been spayed and declawed. She would love a
new home full of love.] |
[This soft-faced 1-year-old male kitty needs a cat lover's
care. He has not been fixed but has been declawed.] |
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These animals and
more are available to good homes from the Logan County Animal
Control at 1515 N. Kickapoo, phone 735-3232.
Fees for animal
adoption: dogs, $60/male, $65/female; cats, $35/male, $44/female.
The fees include neutering and spaying.
Logan County Animal
Control's hours of operation:
Sunday
– closed
Monday –
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday –
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday –
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday –
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday –
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturday –
closed
Warden: Sheila Farmer
Assistant: Polly Farmer
In-house veterinarian: Dr. Lester Thomson
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Quail management workshop
[SEPT.
19, 2002] Illinois
landowners, sportsmen and others who want to see bobwhite quail
numbers improve are invited to attend the free Landowner’s Quail
Management Workshop on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 9 to 1 p.m. at the
Ulrich family’s Sugar Creek Farm.
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The workshop includes a program on
quail management, a habitat tour, free lunch and a drawing for a
shotgun.
The farm is seven miles west of McLean,
or eight miles east of Interstate 155, and just south of U.S. Route
136. There will be workshop signs to follow. Go south on 1600th Avenue for
1.2 miles, then one mile west on Road 2575.
Register in advance by calling (217)
732-2010, Ext. 3 or send your name and the number of people
attending to Quail Workshop, NRCS, 1650 Fifth St., Lincoln, IL
62656. Advance registrants will have their names entered in a
drawing for a shotgun donated by Quail Unlimited.
For more information, interested
landowners and sportsmen may also call the Department of Natural
Resources at (217) 784-4730.
The workshop
is co-sponsored by Illinois and Logan County Quail Unlimited,
Illinois State Habitat Stamp Fund, USDA Natural Resources
Conservation Service, Southern Illinois University, Logan County
Soil and Water Conservation District, University of Illinois
Extension, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. |
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