Lecturer’s News…

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Mar 252013
 
LecturerSherry Harriman, Lecturer
280 Kennebunk Rd   
Sanford, ME  04073-5515
Phone: 490-1029       
Fax: 490-0111                  
E-mail: sherryhatgwidotnet 

APRIL-MAY-JUNE 2013

There will be NO  Talent Contest in April.  It will be in August  at the Maine Lect. Conference.  All are welcome.

APRIL IS GRANGE MONTH!!!  Order your Community Service Awards from National Grange!  Get Certificates of Appreciation from me or state office.

July 10  Registration Deadline.  North East Lecturers Conference  (Information comes out in May and is sent to the Grange Secretary.) (Send form & conference fee $195 double/$205 single to host state)  (Send registration card & $10.00 fee to State Lect.)

July 19-21– Family Campout Weekend Silver Springs Campground & Lodging,  Rt 1  Saco Saturday Judging Junior & other crafts at camp-out-Horseshoes & Bochee Ball Tournament Group potluck & ice cream social. Call campground for reservations – 207-283-3880

July 21–Rehearsal for NE Lect Conference  2:00 at HQ

Aug  5 – 7– NE Lecturers Conference at Albertus Magnus College in New Haven, CT   (3 day)

Aug 24–Maine Lecturers Conference 9:00 to Noon  at HQ 9:00 -   New Program Review, workshops and ALL awards at 10:30, Skit & Story Performances, State Talent Contest;  2x2x2 (lect dept.) Contest at Conf. entries deadline  10:00 a.m.

Lunch served by CWA at 12:00

CWA Conference & Display of Needlework   1:00 p.m.

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POETRY CONTEST      JULY 1   Deadline Date  sent to Lect. home

AGE GROUPS: All Subordinate Members;  And  Juniors 5–9 , 10–14 (Age as of Jan 1)

CATEGORIES:   1. NATURE    2. LOVE   3. GRANGE   4. PATRIOTIC   5. OTHERS

Three (3) prizes will be awarded in each category to each age group.  Awards will be given Aug 24th  at the Maine Lecturers’ Conference.  (No monetary awards.)  

RULES:

  1. The poem(s) must be written by a Grange member.
  2. There is no restriction on length of poem.
  3. Entries are to be sent, e-mailed or faxed to the State Lecturer’s home address by July 1, 2013.
  4. There is no limit on number of poems submitted, however, you can receive only one ribbon/prize per category.
  5. YOU MUST SELECT A CATEGORY FOR EACH OF YOUR ENTRIES.
  6. ut your title, name and all the following information at the TOP of  EACH  poem: TITLE OF POEM;  CATEGORY;  NAME / AUTHOR;  ADDRESS;  GRANGE NAME & NO.; PHONE.          AGE OF JUNIOR (as of Jan 1 of current year).

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Veterans’ Resources Offered

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Mar 202013
 

Troop Support(Maine State Grange Steward Richard Harriman shared this information which is making its way around the Internet… please note that Maine State Grange is posting this without having verified the accuracy of the information and makes no explicit or implied guarantees regarding information obtained from any of these sites.)

Below are web-sites that provide information on Veterans benefits and how to file/ask for them.  

Appeals http://www.warms.vba.va.gov/admin21/m21_1/mr/part1/ch05.doc

Board of Veteran’s Appeals http://www.va.gov/vbs/bva/

CARES Commission http://www.va.gov/vbs/bva/

CARES Draft National Plan http://www1.va.gov/cares/page.cfm?pg=105

Center for Minority Veterans http://www1.va.gov/centerforminorityveterans/

Center for Veterans Enterprise http://www.vetbiz.gov/default2.htm

Center for Women Veterans http://www1.va.gov/womenvet/

Clarification on the changes in VA healthcare for Gulf War Veterans http://www.gulfwarvets.com/ubb/Forum1/HTML/000016.html

Classified Records – American Gulf War Veterans Assoc http://www.gulfwarvets.com/ubb/Forum18/HTML/000011.html

Compensation for Disabilities Associated with the Gulf War Service http://www.warms.vba.va.gov/admin21/m21_1/part6%20/ch07.doc

Compensation Rate Tables, 12-1-03 http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/Rates/comp01.htm

Department of Veterans Affairs Home Page http://www.va.gov/

Directory of Veterans Service Organizations http://www1.va.gov/vso/index.cfm?template=view

Disability Examination Worksheets Index, Comp http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/21/Benefits/exams/index.htm

Due Process http://www.warms.vba.va.gov/admin21/m21_1/mr/part1/ch02.doc

Duty to Assist http://www.warms.vba.va.gov/admin21/m21_1/mr/part1/ch01.doc

Electronic Code of Federal Regulations http://www.gpoaccess.gov/ecfr/

Emergency, Non-emergency, and Fee Basis Care http://www1.va.gov/opa/vadocs/fedben.pdf

Environmental Agents http://www1.va.gov/environagents/

Environmental Agents M10 http://www1.va.gov/vhapublications/ViewPublication.asp?pub_ID=1002

Establishing Combat Veteran Eligibility http://www1.va.gov/vhapublications/ViewPublication.asp?pub_ID=315
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Quick Tip

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Sep 012012
 

While Maine hasn’t suffered the same sort of problem with wildfires as other states, the potential exists! Here is a link to a “Firewise Toolkit” with lots of free “resources for homeowners and other community residents who work tirelessly to help prepare for and reduce the risk of wildfire damage and loss in their neighborhoods.” Some of the material might be adaptable to a lecturer’s program, family health and hearing report, or even a community service project. Fall is an especially hazardous season!

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2012 Lecturers’ Reports

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Aug 122012
 

As a reminder, 2012 Lecturers’ Reports are due September 1. The new “short form” for completing was included in the last news letter and has been uploaded to this site: 2012 Lecturer’s Report Short Form. Note that reports are expected from both Subordinate and Pomona Lecturers. Pomona Lecturers are also asked to send a list of their Pomona’s meeting dates and locations.

Completed reports should be mailed to: Sherry Harriman, MSG Lecturer, 280 Kennebunk Road, Sanford ME 04073-5515. Please also note that Sherry is currently having computer issues and only has limited access to email.

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Allagash Tails and Tales

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Jun 252012
 

Webmaster note: Here’s an opportunity for a lecturer’s program and perhaps some community service by supporting this program in a local school, helping kids learn more about Maine!

Allagash Tails and Tales is a multi-media presentation intended for any school, library or civic organization who would like to have a discussion about one of our nation’s premier wild and scenic Rivers.

Narrated by author and former Waterway Supervisor Tim Caverly, the show includes music, scenic and historic photographs as well as stories detailing Tim’s personal experiences while living in the woods.  Canoeing down the river, people will experience the Allagash in a whole new way.

While the visual portion of the program lasts about an hour, Tim is also available to do readings from one of the Allagash Tails books.  Accompanied by the artistry of Franklin Manzo Jr, the program has been very well received.  By the spring of the 2012 school year Tim had given 57 programs and reached out to 1800 students in addition to libraries and civic organizations.  But talking about the books isn’t enough for the Allagash Tails guys.  Thanks to the support of the King Foundation, banks, health organizations and civic organizations over 1428 books donated to 83 Maine schools to date.

The presentation normally lasts from 45 to 60 minutes, but can be modified to fit time available.

Caverly is now scheduling programs throughout New England for 2012-2013.  If you would like more information or to arrange a visit, please call (207) 907-0517 or visit http://www.allagashtails.com/ to contact by email.

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Lecturers’ Newsletter Apr-Jun 2012

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Apr 132012
 
Sherry Harriman, Lecturer
280 Kennebunk Rd Sanford, ME 04073-5515
Phone: 490-1029 Fax: 490-0111
E-Mail: sherryhatgwidotnet  (sherryhatgwidotnet)  

March 31, Skit Writing and Story Writing entries are due to my home address. Entries will be judged during April or May and winners announced. Performances will be September 15 at Lecturers Conf. There will be NO Talent Contest in April. It will be in September 15 at the Maine Lect. Conference. All are welcome.

APRIL IS GRANGE MONTH!!! Order your Community Service Awards from National Grange! Get Certificates of Appreciation from me or state office.

North East Lecturers Conference (Information comes out in May and is sent to the Grange Secretary.) July 10 Registration Deadline. (Send form & conference fee to host state) (Send registration card & $10.00 fee to State Lect.)

July 20, 21, 22 Family Campout Weekend Silver Springs Campground in Saco. Note: This is a change of dates and week. Call campground for reservations.

July 30 – Aug 2 North East Lect. Conference— NH Hosting Note change of dates / week! (Rivier College, Nashua, NH App. $240.00 & $10.00 regis.)

POETRY CONTEST JULY 1 Deadline Date sent to Lect. home

AGE GROUPS: All Subordinate Members; And Juniors 5–9 , 10–14 (Age as of Jan 1)

CATEGORIES: 1. NATURE 2. LOVE 3. GRANGE 4. PATRIOTIC 5. OTHERS

Three (3) prizes will be awarded in each category to each age group. Awards will be given Sept. 15 at the Lecturers’ Conference.

RULES:

1. The poem(s) must be written by a Grange member.

2. There is no restriction on length of poem.

3. Entries are to be sent, e-mailed or faxed to the State Lecturer’s home address by July 1, 2012.

4. There is no limit on number of poems submitted, however, you can receive only one prize per category.

5. YOU MUST SELECT A CATEGORY FOR EACH OF YOUR ENTRIES.

6. Put your title, name and all the following information at the top of each poem:

TITLE OF POEM; CATEGORY; NAME / AUTHOR; ADDRESS; GRANGE NAME & NO.; PHONE. AGE OF JUNIOR (as of Jan 1 of current year)

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This article was sent to me. I thought this would be an excellent idea for us to participate in our areas around the state. I am certain any of the food pantries would appreciate the help.

“Spread The Love: Peanut Butter & Jelly Drive” In these hard economic times, more Maine families are facing hunger than ever before. Today, 200,000 Mainers, including 1 in 4 children, struggle with hunger. Bangor Savings Bank is excited to launch its first-ever Peanut Butter and Jelly Drive. During the month of March, join Bangor Savings Bank in the fight against hunger by donating peanut butter and jelly. Stop in at your local Bangor Savings Bank branch and drop off a jar of peanut butter, jelly, or both. All donations will help families right in your community through your local food pantry.

Why peanut butter and jelly? Peanut butter is among one of the most expensive foods for food banks to purchase in large quantities. However, it is in high demand because it is rich with protein and also has monounsaturated and polyunsaturated oils, the “good fats.” And what’s peanut butter without jelly?

Christine Force, Good Shepherd Food-Bank’s Vice President of Fund Development and Strategic Initiatives says, “… thanks to this peanut butter & jelly drive, more families will have access to a protein-rich, non-perishable food, and it will make a big difference in their daily lives.” For more information or to find a branch nearest you, visit www.bangor.com.

Thank You, Bangor Savings Bank Community Matters More.”

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Lecturer’s Tidbits

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Feb 202012
 
Sherry Harriman, Lecturer
280 Kennebunk Road
Sanford, ME 04073-5515
207-490-1029
Fax: 207-490-0111
sherryhatgwidotnet  (sherryhatgwidotnet)  

 

I will be mailing the updated Lecturer Contest material with the changes I have made sometime very soon. It will be sent to the Subordinate and Pomona Lecturers, to all other Granges who do not have a Lectuer and to the additional folks I have on my mailing list. If you would like to have a copy please call my home phone number and leave a message with your name and address.

I just want to remind everyone again April is Grange Month. Please order your certificates early. The big award plaques MUST be ordered from National Grange. I ONLY have the 8X10 beige cardstock “Certificates of Appreciation” for $1.00 each. These may be given to any person or member for any reason, at any time. PLEASE, remember, I spend a lot of time away from home on my job, so the more notice you can give me to send your certificates to you the better. It is impossible to get something mailed to you in two days. A message on my home phone is the quickest way for me to get your request. I check home everyday and Richard is there most of the time to let me know of a message or mail coming in. I usually check e-mails once a week, sometimes less so I may miss your request. The State Office has a supply on hand, also.

 

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Lecturer’s Contests Updates

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Jan 252012
 

Taken from the recent Lecturer’s Newsletter…

I am making some changes to the dates and contests for my department and want you to be aware of them. Please be sure to pass the changes along to your members.

No Lect. contests Talent, Skit or Stories on April 21, moved to Sept. 15

NOTE: You should check with the Junior and Youth Directors about other contests, manual alphabet, sign-a-song, public speaking, etc., listed for April 21.

SKIT WRITING CONTEST Deadline: March 31 sent/e-mailed/faxed to me at my home address above. Open to All Subordinate members.

Categories: Original and Not Original / Internet. Profanity or inappropriate items will not be accepted. Length of play or skit must not exceed 10 minutes.

LABEL: AT THE TOP OF EACH SKIT. Include all the following information:

NAME; ADDRESS; GRANGE & NUMBER; PHONE; TITLE; CATEGORY.

NOTE: All non-original material must have an author’s name on the item and must be checked & have copyright information!!

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ORIGINAL_STORY WRITING CONTEST “With Pen In Hand”

Deadline: March 31 sent/e-mailed/faxed to my home address above.

Open to All Subordinate members. Categories: Fact and/or Fiction (Original stories only) Profanity or inappropriate items will not be accepted. Length of story must not exceed 10 minutes — 500 word maximum. Enter as many stories as you wish.

LABEL: AT THE TOP OF EACH STORY. Include all the following information: NAME; ADDRESS; GRANGE & NUMBER; PHONE; TITLE; AND CATEGORY.

Judging of skits & stories will be done in April and winners announced.

If you wish to perform your Skits and Stories this will be done at the Lecturers Conference held in Sept., in Augusta. Let me know so I can plan.

(This is a change from the original program books sent out and previous years.)

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GRANGE TALENT CONTEST. Date has been changed. Judging September 15 at 10:00 a.m. in Augusta at the Lecturers Conference. Open to all Members and( Junior members 5–9, 10–14 judged separately). You may enter Vocal; Instrumental or Variety Act. Six (6) minutes maximum. You may enter once under each different category, but as all categories are judged with one winner as best of show act, you may receive only one award. Please let me know in advance if you wish to enter so I can plan.

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APRIL IS GRANGE MONTH!

Information is available from National Grange, our publicity director and on the Web for “Grange Month”. If you are making presentations using the “National Grange Community Citizen Award” or “Pomona Award for Public Service” you MUST order them early from National 1-888-447-2643 not me. I only have plain certificates for purchase, not the special plaques or awards.

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ART CONTEST: Rule changes: All Art entries must have frames or matting, with a hanger. (No glass on any entry.) Maximum size including frame or matting has been changed to: 18” X 24”. All other rules are the same.

PHOTO CONTEST: Rule change: “OTHER” category added to make a total of six (6) categories. All other rules are the same. No frames on photos but each must have a backing or matting. Size maximum 11” X 14” with backing.

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Do You Know Who – Two?

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Dec 292011
 

The photo is back from the framer… and closer examination reveals enough new information to justify a new post.

Maine Lecturers

The year was actually 1929… and the event was a Lecturer’s Conference. The original photo is a bit the worse for wear (we all should look this good when we’re this age), but Debbie took some photos making it possible for us to share… Debbie also tells us, “…the woman in the last row, upper left is my great grandmother Gladys Ridley from the Mousam Lake Grange in Shapleigh.”

 I’ve included a small copy of the complete photo… remember that it’s 31 inches wide–quite a feat both technically and practically. As one who “dabbles” in photography I have quite an appreciation for what the photographer must have gone through getting all these people positioned–and holding a pose long enough to take the shot.
The caption on the photo reads, “New England Grange Lecturers’ Conference, Amherst, Massachusetts, August 12 – 15, 1929.” Even if you don’t stand a chance of identifying someone, it’s great fun to check out the hair and clothing styles as well as some of the facial expressions.
If you should recognize someone… post a comment here or send an email to Debbie Petersen  (infoatactonshapleighdotcom)  .
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