Transcendental Meditation talk to be held in Estherville
Northwest Iowa native Michael Tinker a Transcendental Meditation teacher will lecture on the TM program Thursday September 15 at 8 p.m. in the Estherville area Iwa Lakes Community College north attendance center. He will describe TM as a simple mental technique with deep rest and restful alertness and cite studies on mental and physical health benefits. A ladies membership banquet and officer election are scheduled for September 26 at 7 30 p.m. at Hillcrest Supper Club.
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Weather Watch: Is Russia Altering Our Climate?
Garden Talk columnist Joe Gabrielson examines recent droughts and strange weather patterns in Iowa. He discusses solar activity, jet streams, and cycles, then probes Soviet weather modification theories and the potential global impact of damming rivers and cloud seeding to create a milder Siberia and warmer ports.
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Carol Crocker Explores Shared 4-H Leadership Roles
Experienced 4-H leaders say teen retention hinges on strong personal commitment to a project. Delegating responsibility to peers and clubs may deepen involvement and foster a vested interest, encouraging continued participation beyond early adolescence.
Effective delegation in 4-H club activities
Discussion emphasizes active teen involvement in club decisions and functions to maintain interest. It advises leaders to define tasks, assign suitable roles to older youth, and select individuals by interest and ability. Leaders should approach lovingly, explain the purpose, invite questions, and provide support to ensure success.
Feedback to Turnover and Club Update
A directive to embrace flexibility and accept imperfect results at first. Emphasizes reporting back to the club after completing a task and sharing success once the job is well done. Mentions turning over the job and revealing outcomes to the group.
September Rainfall Totals in Slow Showers
Total precipitation in September reaches .66 inch with a .34 inch rain on Wednesday September 7. The period features ongoing light showers and a slow rain on Monday September 12 during a spell of modest rainfall.
Don's Community Calendar Sees Fall Buffet and Openings
The Graettinger Women’s Club hosts a Fall Buffet at Hillcrest Supper Club Monday at 7 p.m. A Tuesday coop meeting at American Legion Hall starts at 8 p.m. The Sunken Ship grand opening runs Tuesday 8 p.m. to midnight with Blue Ribbon Special. Wednesday features library board at Marcus Public Library and a teachers’ reception at Graettinger School lunchroom. Also Girl Scouts host New Scouter’s Tea at Methodist Church 4–5 p.m. Friday Pirates visit Terris Tigers at Terris 7:30 p.m. A ladies membership banquet and officer election occurs Monday at Hillcrest Supper Club 7:30 p.m.
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Graettinger Booster Bucks Prize Draw
This week's name drawn for the Graettinger Booster Bucks was George Torrence. The prize was $50 and remains unchanged since he was not present.
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