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April 2021
Vol. 70, No. 4
Pages 8 & 9
FIND YOUR ACCOUNT #:
One account # is hidden inside this issue. If it’s yours, call us
and you’ll receive a
$10 BILL CREDIT
* Credit must be claimed by April 5, 2021.
Page 5 (Your account number on the back cover does not count.)
Greater West Central Public
Library District is sending you
a warm smile and hug for your
Are all account numbers hidden in
the Adams Outlet new ones, never
for old users? www.adamselectric.coop
Ensuring reliability as power supply tightens
continued support through Penny by Jim Thompson PE, other technologies develop, become more
Office hours:
Power Grants. As technology
continually evolves, it can be hard
The accounts numbers we hide
are randomly drawn, so everyone Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. General Manager “ In MISO, there were six max-
gen events from 2006-2016.
affordable, and more large scale, renewable
resources will become more dispatchable
to keep up with the need! Your has the same chance of winning. To report an outage: I have been in the which will be required when we have these
utility industry for Since 2016, there have been 15,
organization helps us meet the However, there aren’t very many 1-800-232-4797 extreme weather events.
old account numbers in the mix. Local calls dial direct: 32 years and much has including three last July and
needs of the extras that do not fit
changed over this time. August alone. ”
COMMENTS
into our budget. (The newer numbers start with 217-593-7701 As we transition away from carbon
Thank you, thank you! 9. They are 6 digits, followed However, reliability generation which provided approximately
Jennifer Gorsuch & by a hyphen and 3 digits. The Mission Statement: of the electric grid
is not enough generation, load needs to be 75% of Illinois power supply mix during
Greater West Central old numbers don’t follow this “Adams Electric Cooperative’s has always been a this cold period, it will be very important
top priority. taken off the grid to match the generation.
Public Library Board of pattern.) I’m glad to hear you’re mission is to strive to exceed our If the load is not reduced to match the
Director Trustees looking though! members’ expectations by
providing safe, reliable and America has developed a complex generation, the grid will collapse. It is really “As we transition away from
network of electricity generators and tens a matter of physics and engineering. carbon generation (coal & natural
affordable electric service in a
cooperative and environmentally of thousands of miles of electrical lines gas) which provided approximately
We would just like to take a Regional transmission organizations
moment to thank you for your responsible manner.” that work together to try to ensure enough 75% of Illinois power supply mix
electricity is available every day of the year coordinate, control, and monitor the electric during this cold period, it will be
continued dedication to this grid across several states in a region. Think
community. We are grateful for Board of Directors: when you need it. very important that we control the
of them as energy traffic managers on an
the money you provided us from President interstate highway system, regulating the
pace of change with the available
the Penny Power Grant Program. Roger Busen......................Timewell Many people do not realize that electricity technology to make sure we
number of cars – in this case, electricity
Our students are looking forward
to learning robotics.
Vice President
Rebecca Barlow.................. Clayton
is unlike other commodities such as corn
that can be stored and distributed when – and their destination. In our area, the maintain a reliable grid. ”
needed. Electricity generation (supply) regional transmission operator is the
Thank you, Treasurer Midcontinent Independent System Operator that we control the pace of change with
Terri Billingsley Tobias Kris Farwell..................... Plymouth (MISO) and covers 15 states. the available technology to make sure we
Southeastern Jr./Sr. Secretary
MEMBER
maintain a reliable grid. This transition will
High School Laura Meyer......................... Liberty
Director “Electricity generation (supply) On some days, there is a high risk that an
imbalance may occur that could lead to
be a challenge and very complex.
Eric Ewing....................... Rushville
and the load (demand) must always
Thank you so much for the Thank you so Director match instantaneously in real time. ” rolling power interruptions or blackouts—
so-called “max-gen” events. In those cases,
Electric cooperatives and others in the
energy sector will continue to develop
donation to Rushville Little much for giving us the money Brent Clair........................... Loraine supply (generation) is on the verge of not renewable options and pursue new
League for our safety net project. from the grant program. We Director keeping up. In MISO, there were six max- technologies. But absent new large-scale
We appreciate your continued were able to get so many fun Jim Ward...................... Mt. Sterling and the load (demand) must always match gen events from 2006-2016. Since 2016, alternatives and advances in energy storage,
support to our program. new art supplies to help create Director instantaneously in real time. The key to there have been 15, including three last July the resources of today’s energy fleet—coal,
Rushville Little League fun new projects for many classes. Tom Travis........................... Payson meeting the energy needs so essential to and August alone. natural gas, and nuclear energy facilities—
Board of Directors This means so much to the art Director your quality of life is balancing electricity must continue to operate.
department, students, Jim Benz............................... Quincy supply with demand. With the move away from carbon
and teacher! General Manager generation (coal and natural gas), much of We must control the rate of change to a
Thanks, Jim Thompson PE................ Quincy While that may sound simple, there is a the new generation has been and will be carbon-free energy portfolio to keep the
Unity High School Attorney complex web of facilities and organizations renewables such as solar and wind. These grid reliable and available for all of us.
Art Department Charles Burton................. Rushville that work together to make it happen each types of resources are currently controlled
day. If the load becomes too large and there by nature instead of people. As storage and
Adams Electric Cooperative provides safe,
reliable service to over 8,700 members in
Adams, Brown, Schuyler, Pike, Hancock,
McDonough, and Fulton counties. Adams
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Electric Car Safety Concerns: DIRECTORS
FACT OR FICTION Ewing & Ward
Electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in
hybrids receive a lot of attention in the
Eric Ewing Jim Ward
EARN CCd
media. The cars get a lot of exposure be-
cause they are becoming more common
and because they are, well, just different Directors Eric Ewing and Jim Ward Cooperstown, and Versailles
than their gas-powered predecessors. recently received their Credentialed townships of Brown County. Ward
Plug-in hybrids run on electricity Cooperative Director Certificate. is serving his 4th year on the Board
NEWS
first and then once depleted, convert to The certificate is earned by attend- of Directors.
gasoline for power. ing five director education and Directors must have a
WIN $20
True EVs run only on electricity knowledge of the electric utility
training courses through the
(charged at home with 120 or 240 volts
National Rural Electric Cooperative business, governance skills, and a
or at public charging stations). Some
electric car enthusiasts use solar energy Association (NRECA). working knowledge of the
to power their 240-volt charging stations. Director Ewing represents cooperative principles. Adams
Electric Cooperative’s Board of We’ll be sending one quick question by email
(An at-home 240-volt charging unit, District #1, consisting of Astoria
to members. Respond to the question for your
known as a level 2 system, used with or involving gas-powered vehicles when the storage yard. After that fatal spring township of Fulton County and Directors has a commitment to work
chance to win a $20 electric bill credit. Make
without solar, should be installed by a compared mile per mile. That isolated 2018 Tesla crash in California, the battery Littleton, Oakland, Buena Vista, through NRECA to sharpen this
IN THE
sure your email address is current by visiting our
qualified electrician.) fact doesn’t mean EVs are necessarily pack reignited three times in six days. Woodstock, Browning, Rushville, body of knowledge for the benefit of website at adamselectric.coop (Click on Contact
The strongest attraction to EVs is safer; there are simply far fewer on the Firefighters must use different tactics Bainbridge, Hickory, and Frederick their electric cooperative members. Us > Update Your Email) or give us a call at (800)
obvious: they run on electricity, not gas. road. for EV fires than they do for regular ve- townships of Schuyler County. Adams Electric Cooperative 232-4797. If you’ve set up your account on our
They’re also fun to drive (they can get up In fact, the likelihood of EVs catch- hicles, according to the U.S. Fire Admin- Ewing is serving his 2nd year on commends Eric and Jim on their website and already receive your bills by email,
and go!) and are becoming more afford- ing on fire from battery systems and the istration (USFA). Lithium-ion batteries you’re good to go. The next question will be
the Board of Directos. commitment to the membership
able than the high-end versions offered severity of fires and explosions “… are burn differently than regular car batteries, emailed on April 15, 2021.
anticipated to be somewhat comparable and methods normally used for gasoline Director Ward represents and congratulates them on
by Tesla.
Chevrolet offers the all-electric to or perhaps slightly less than those for fires may make the situation worse. Due District #4, consisting of Mt. their achievement.
Chevy Bolt. Volvo is making a commit- gasoline or diesel vehicular fuels,” it to the possibility of a fire reigniting, an Sterling, Elkhorn, Ripley,
ment to eventually offer only electric and states in a 2017 NHTSA report on electric EV or hybrid vehicle must also be stored
electric-hybrid vehicles. General Motors and plug-in hybrid vehicles. differently after an accident.
plans to launch more than 20 new all- While the NHTSA takes a conserva- Firefighters and other first respond-
electric cars globally by 2023 and Ford tive stance on EV/plug-in hybrid safety, ers must also follow specific procedures
has set its sights on offering 40 hybrid another organization called CleanTech- to disable the battery to avoid electric
and electric vehicles by 2022. nica (CT) studied various data and shock, among other safety precautions.
Aside from the excitement of driving published “The EV Safety Advantage” in Although the U.S. Department of
right past the gas station, there are at least July 2018. Transportation (DOT) has determined
three safety concerns surrounding electric The company reviewed govern- that new EV/hybrid technology is not
cars: ment safety ratings in the U.S., Europe, inherently more dangerous to emergency
Australia and Japan; gathered insurance responders and the public, first respond-
Battery fires and explosions data; and examined vehicle fire data. The ers are catching up in training and ex-
report states “… ICE (internal combus- perience when compared to century-old Specializing in:
The main fire risk posed by electric cars tion engine) cars are fundamentally more conventional combustion engine vehicles.
stems from the battery pack. In most
cases, the packs are wrapped in an extra
exposed to fatal fire risks than their elec-
tric counterparts, as the deadliest fires are Pedestrian safety
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layer of protection. However, if the bat-
tery pack is exposed to severe external
mostly due to flammable liquids located
in the engine area.” New owners of EVs often complain of
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damage it could lead to an electrical
short, which could start a fire.
Even in collisions, “ICE vehicles
are more likely to catch fire than hybrid
people walking out in front of them in
parking lots. Drivers eventually come
Decks
A fatal Tesla crash in California was vehicles,” the report stated. to the realization that people just don’t
a prominent news story in spring 2018. hear them coming and get used to the
First responder safety
5% discount
The driver hit a median barrier and the caveat of driving a nearly inaudible car.
car caught on fire. It was a tragic ac- The National Highway Traffic Safety Mention this ad and get a
cident, but there is no evidence that EVs Once a lithium-ion battery catches fire, Administration is working on methods to
catch on fire more often or more easily it can produce a slow-motion chain reac- address the whisper-quiet vehicles, such
than gas-powered cars. Moreover, it’s not tion, eventually igniting all the batteries it as requiring electric cars to emit audible “Tell us what you need.
uncommon for any vehicle to catch on is connected to (within the battery pack). sounds while operating at low speeds.
fire after a high-speed crash. In 2014, a Tesla Model S lithium-ion This option is already featured on many FREE We will do our best!”
According to the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),
there have been fires involving electric
battery reignited two times after it was
involved in a fatal high-speed crash in
Florida: once when it was being removed
electric cars currently on the market.
For more information on electrical safety,
Estimates
Marvin Mullett • (217) 495-3028
Serving the Tri-State Area
cars, but not nearly as many as those from the scene and once as it arrived at go to
SafeElectricity.org .
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Electrical Safety:
Landscaping Ladders
for energy efficiency & Scaffolding
A well-designed landscape • Plant shrubs and ground Aluminum ladders conduct electricity
will not only add beauty to cover around your house to and even non-metallic fiberglass lad-
ENERGY
your home, but can help help reduce heat buildup. ders can conduct electricity if they’re
save on heating and cooling dirty or wet. When working with a
ladder, keep it at least 10 feet away
BRU 210205-AD.indd 1 2/17/21 6:30 PM
costs. • Place evergreen trees
on the north and northwest from power lines. When carrying a
All of the energy you spend sides of your home to pro- ladder, keep it level to avoid hitting a
each spring to create that vide year-round windbreaks power line.
perfect green lawn could be from outside air.
used to plant the seeds for a Construction workers using scaffold-
lower energy bill. A well-de- Before you begin your ing must follow National Institute
SAVE
signed landscape can pro- landscaping project, call 811 for Occupational Safety and Health
vide cooling shade around to have underground util- (NIOSH) guidelines for minimum
your home that reduces the ity lines marked. Knowing clearances between scaffolding and
need for air-conditioning. the location of underground power lines, three feet for power lines
utility lines on your property of less than 300 volts, and 10 feet for
Dig this: will help you avoid injury, those with 300 volts or more.
service outages, and costly
• Plant leafy trees on the repairs. A worker should be appointed to
south and west sides of your ensure the clearance is being main-
home to provide shade on For more information, see tained. If minimum clearance can’t
hot summer days. The leaves the U.S. Department of be maintained, NIOSH recommends
will fall off in the autumn Energy’s “Landscaping for contacting your utility company
and allow warm summer Energy-Efficient Homes” to de-energize the power lines or
sunlight to help heat your at: energy.gov/ provide adequate insulation before
home during winter. energysaver/design/ beginning any work.
landscaping-energy-
efficient-homes
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The oldest generations remember when Adams started, “It was a group effort from ten students. We
talked about different ideas and about starting a co-op.
All FFA students have access to the cooperative’s
binder with the account total. Reese Kline, QHS FFA
Warsaw has always had a snack co-op from the begin-
ning. Not everyone can say ‘my class owns a vending
Electric Cooperative was formed. A few remain who
helped organize the co-op, but most remember their They (FFA ag business class) put together a business Treasurer says, “We were worried about sales at first, machine of its own!”
parents banding together to bring electricity to rural plan and took that to the Vocational Technical School but it has gone better than we expected.” Adams Electric helps additional students learn
Adams County. principal (Evie Morrison) who said to give it a shot.” QHS FFA Vice President Emma Lowe adds, “I about cooperatives by sponsoring the Youth to Wash-
One of the big differences between cooperatives The school has several vending machines for didn’t think that many people would use the vending ington program. Illinois students form a chip and soda
versus investor-owned utilities and municipalities is drinks operated by Refreshment Services Pepsi. Kelly machine. We put flyers up around the school when we cooperative on their bus to Washington, D.C. “Snacks
capital credits. Cooperatives operate on a not-for-profit Weiman said, “There are regulations on what you can first got it. It’s done really well.” are more expensive out east, so forming a cooperative
basis. Excess margins pay for things like replacing and cannot sell during school hours. Students were The “Gas Station” that normally provided snacks has provided an affordable alternative while teach-
of poles, lines, transformers, etc. This amount over limited to diet soda or snacks.” during the lunch hour has been limited with Covid ing students the benefits of a cooperative,” said Laura
cost also helps the cooperative build equity to borrow restrictions. “This has been a good year for the Snack Bergman, who helps organize the Youth to Washington
money. Eventually, profits are returned to mem- Shack, but there are also no after school activities,” program, locally, for Adams Electric.
bers based on the revenue each member paid. Weiman continued, “Students expected to make money Several years ago, Adams Electric employees also
Directors approve this distribution. Our capital during after school programs.” formed their own Chip ‘N Pop Co-op in the lunch
credits are usually returned on an approximately As activities regain momentum, students will do room for employees to purchase snacks. Employees
30-year cycle. Therefore, the older generations more advertising. The students expect snacks to sell re- share in the capital credits earned throughout the year.
are also more familiar with receiving capital ally well during after school practices like sports, New It is important for everyone, young and old, to
credit checks. Faces (the school’s variety show), concerts, colorguard understand the benefits of cooperatives. Cooperatives
For this reason, it’s always nice to hear that practice, and definitely during musical. “During musi- help fill needs and are voluntarily owned and con-
younger generations are learning about coopera- cal practice students are in the building until 8 p.m. or trolled by the people who use it’s services. To learn
tives. Quincy Senior High’s FFA ag business longer and can’t really leave,” explained Weiman. more about cooperatives, watch “Electric Coopera-
class is doing just that. Haley Holton, the 2020- The students take care of everything. They check tive Purpose” or “NRECA: The Electric Cooperative
21 QHS FFA Secretary said, “We came together the vending machine and turn in the money. “The Story” on Adams Electric Cooperative’s YouTube page
as a class to find a way to raise money.” students decide what they need. We have a binder of (and, be sure to subscribe!).
The “co-op” idea began in early 2020, but snacks. Every two to three weeks, we place a big order
Below: Haley Holton, Reese Kline, and Emma Lowe show
due to the pandemic, couldn’t be executed until the and Mrs. Weiman buys it online,” Kline stated.
off their Snack Shack Cooperative.
fall. FFA Advisor Kelly Weiman explained how it Holton added, “There were no snack vending ma- The Snack Shack has helped students learn about
chines, just soda and other drinks.” There is no place cooperatives. Lowe commented, “None of us really
to buy snacks during school hours once the cafeteria knew what a co-op was at the beginning of this.”
closes. A “Snack Shack”, as the FFA students named it, Weiman concluded, “At the very end of the year
made perfect sense. we will distribute capital credits to empty the account.
The class purchased a vending machine at the Then, we will resell shares in the fall to have starting
beginning of this school year. Membership in the money for next year.”
Snack Shack is $10 per share and snacks are priced at Reese Kline appreciates the uniqueness of the
50 cents to $1.50. Students are careful to make at least project. She only knows of one other chapter that
a small profit off everything. The vending machine is operates a co-op. She said, “An FFA chapter in
located in the commons near the Pepsi machines, so all
students can purchase snacks.
The Snack Shack sells a variety of items including
candy bars, chips, fruit snacks, Rice Krispie Treats,
and other usual vending machine items.
Holton has learned about the hard work of manag-
ing their small cooperative, “Students bought shares
(or memberships) and will get money back at the
end of the year. It’s more complicated than I thought.
There’s a lot of planning and cooperation involved.”
Left: All students have access to the Snack Shack vending
machine in the commons area. Pictured is FFA student Sydney
Hull. Right: FFA student Craig Hagerbaumer helps restock the
vending machine.
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pumps, air-to-air heat pumps, energy-efficient win-
dows, doors, insulation, and even back-up generators.
Rates are very reasonable. Call (800) 232-4797 for
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Strawberry Lemon
Cinnamon Rolls
Tired of High
Submitted by Laura Bergman
For dough:
3 1/4 cups flour
2 tsp. instant yeast Heating Costs?
Consider
1/4 cup white sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
Geothermal
1 egg
1/4 cup water Parmesan-Crusted
3/4 cup milk Strawberry Lemon Lemon Chicken
1/3 cup butter, softened Cinnamon Rolls Submitted by Laura Bergman
For filling:
21 oz. can strawberry pie filling 1 1/2 lbs. chicken breast
2 tsp. cinnamon 1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. sugar
For lemon cream cheese frosting:
1 Tbsp. parsley to garnish (optional)
1/2 lemon sliced for garnish (optional)
As most of us experienced first-hand, heating your home
during periods of extreme cold, like we had in February, can
4 oz. cream cheese, softened Egg mixture: be challenging and costly. Some of you may even be consid-
3 Tbsp. butter, softened 2 large eggs ering replacing your old, inefficient HVAC systems. Many
1 cup powdered sugar 1 garlic clove, minced people want to experience a geothermal heat pump but won-
1/4 cup half and half 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning der if they can afford it. So, is installing a geothermal heat
2 tsp. lemon juice 1/2 tsp. salt pump possible for you? Let’s look at your options!
1 Tbsp. lemon zest (1 lemon) 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper Currently, there is a 26% federal residential tax credit
1 tsp. vanilla your taxes. Now, your cost is down to $12,580—only $4,580
Parmesan breading: available for installing geothermal systems. This credit is more than a traditional system.
1 cup Parmesan cheese grated applicable through the end of 2022 at which time the value Let’s say that your savings with geothermal equates to
To make dough, in a small saucepan reduces to 22% through 2023.
over medium low heat, add milk and 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour 30-70% on your electric bill. This means that your system
Lemon Butter Sauce: The tax credit covers all costs associated with the geo- likely pays back in about six years (possibly less), and any
butter. Stir until butter has melted and thermal system, so installation, labor, and the value of the unit
remove from heat. Let stand until luke 8 Tbsp. butter longer than that is profit.
2 garlic cloves, minced are all covered in this incentive as long as the unit meets En- If a geothermal system isn’t practical for your home due
warm temperature. In a large mixing ergy Star requirements. The tax credit shows that the federal
bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups flour, 1/4 cup lemon juice to the cost of installation, limited yard space, or other reasons,
1/4 cup chicken broth government recognizes the numerous benefits of geothermal many members look at the next best option and install high
yeast, sugar, and salt. Add to mixer heat pumps…benefits, not just for the individual homeowner,
with dough hook attached. (You can 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper efficiency air source heat pumps. While not quite as efficient
but for the communities in which they’re implemented. as geothermal systems, especially during a polar vortex, air
also make this by hand, just knead until Many manufacturers, dealers, and installers partner with
smooth once all ingredients are added.) Cut the chicken breasts in half length- source heat pumps have improved dramatically over the years
wise. Lightly beat with a meat mallet lending institutions to offer attractive financing options. and can be less expensive to install.
Add egg and water and mix until start- Adams Electric Cooperative has a low interest loan program
ing to combine. Slowly add in milk until even thickness. Pat dry with paper So, weigh your options, do the research, get multiple
Parmesan-Crusted towels. In a bowl, whisk ingredients that can help members finance both ground source and air quotes, and choose an energy efficient system that best meets
mixture and 1 cup flour until dough source heating and cooling systems. The savings you receive
starts to form and becomes smooth. Let Lemon Chicken for egg mixture. Dip chicken into egg your needs. The result will be added comfort for your family
mixture, then dredge in parmesan on your utility bills will help contribute to the monthly pay- and lower energy costs.
dough rest for 10 minutes. On a lightly ment on the loan.
floured surface, roll dough into a large mixture. In a large skillet, heat enough
9x15 square. About 1/4-1/2 inch thick. Fresh Vegetable Salad oil to cover bottom of skillet. Once hot, Here at Adams Electric, the EnergyWyse Loan program
Submitted by Shirley McClain add chicken and cook 4-5 minutes per offers low, fixed interest rates along with terms of up to
Spread strawberry pie filling evenly on
side, or until crispy, golden, and cooked 10 years. For your convenience, loan payments are added Answer Key for page 10
top of dough. In a small bowl, combine directly to your monthly bill. For more information or to see
cinnamon and sugar and sprinkle on top 1 bottle Italian Dressing through to 165 degrees. Reduce heat
1 cup sugar if chicken browns too quickly. Mean- if you qualify, contact Bill Stalder at the Cooperative and
of strawberry filling. Roll up 15 inch ask for an application. Bill can be reached at 217-509-7760.
side into a log and pinch seams. Cut into 2 red sweet onions while, in a separate saucepan, melt but-
5 tomatoes ter and garlic until fragrant. Add broth, You can also access the application online at
9-12 slices depending on how thick you www.adamselectric.coop.
want your cinnamon rolls. Place in a 2 white sweet onions lemon juice, and pepper. Allow sauce
3 green peppers to cook for about 2 minutes. Pour sauce With its industry-leading savings potential, the payback
greased 9x13 pan and cover with damp time on your investment in geothermal can really be quite
cloth and let rise for 30 minutes. Preheat 2 cucumbers, sliced over cooked chicken, turning to coat.
Garnish with lemon slices and chopped rapid. The costs for an above-average efficiency traditional
oven to 375 degrees. Bake for 30 min- (not geothermal) system can vary widely but can easily
utes or until just golden brown on tops. Cut onions, tomatoes, and peppers into parsley, if desired.
bite size pieces. Mix all ingredients exceed $8,000. For a geothermal heat pump, unit and instal-
To make glaze: Beat together cream lation prices are varied, but for comparison purposes, we
cheese, butter, and powdered sugar together an hour before serving. Chill.
Great for a picnic outing. will use an install cost of $17,000. In this case, the 26% US
until smooth. Add half and half, vanilla, federal tax credit takes $4,420 and applies that as a credit to
lemon juice, and lemon zest until com-
bined. Frost over warm cinnamon rolls
and enjoy! (909384-001)
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Community-Based Outreach This is How We Came to Be:
Personal and Professional A Handler’s Bond with her Unity Zoom Poetry Night
Development Courses Service Dog by Oaklee Thiele Apr. 10 (7pm), Unity Church of Quincy.
John Wood Community College, 1301 S. Thru April 30 (1-4pm), Quincy Art Center. Just listen or participate with a poem, bit
48th St., Quincy. Art exhibit by Oaklee Thiele, of Michigan. of writing, or a piece of art you’d like to
Thiele is an artist and disability rights share (yours or someone else’s), or even
Advanced Excel - Apr. 20, 22, 27 & 29 advocate whose work centers on invisible an original song. Message Unity Church of
(6-8pm) chronic illness and the bond she has Quincy on Facebook for meeting number
Solar Energy - Apr. 8 (6-7pm) formed with her service dog. and link.
Afternoon Tea - Apr. 17 (2-4pm)
Cake Decorating w/Fondant - Apr. 14, 21 Jensen Woods Camp Work Day UCCU Shred Day
& 28 (6-8:30pm) Apr. 10 (9am-5pm), 1498 275 E St., Apr. 10 (9-11am), Unity Community
Homemade Mexican-Style Cooking - Timewell. Bring work-related items that Credit Union, 1426 N. 26th St., Quincy.
Apr. 24 (10am-12pm) might be useful: gloves, hats, rakes, Free shred day. Open to the public. Bring
Garde Manger/Pantry Chef - Apr. 13 & 15 cleaning supplies, pruning tools, etc. The your paper items only – no staples, wire
(6-9pm) & Apr. 17 (9am-2pm) camp has some tools available as well. bindings, etc. to be shredded on site. All
Career Services Workshop - Apr. 21 paper must be in bags or boxes AND in
(1-2:30pm) 32 to Save A Life your trunk. No contact drop-off. Limit 5
Social Security: Your Questions Answered Apr. 2 (9am-2pm), Quincy Town Center boxes or bags per vehicle.
(In-Person or Virtual) - Apr. 6 (6-7pm) (formerly Quincy Mall) Community Room.
Health Care and Your Retirement Blood drive. Muddy River Riders
(In-Person or Virtual) - Apr. 13 Blessing of the Bikes
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
(6-7pm) “The Belle of Amherst” Apr. 24 (11am-6pm), Knights of Columbus,
Standing Guard: Protect What You’ve 700 S. 36th St., Quincy. Blessing of the
Worked For (In-Person or Virtual) -
Discovery Night & Live Show
Quincy Community Theatre bikes. Bands and vendors. Open to
Apr. 20 (6-7pm) the public.
Preparing Your Estate Plan (In-Person or
Discovery Night - Apr. 6 (6pm). Take
Virtual) - Apr. 27 (6-7pm) Baccalaurate - Senior
a deeper look into the life of one of
Learn more and register at:
America’s beloved poets. Explore Emily’s Retrospective 2021 Art Show
life through the lens of “The Belle of Apr. 26-May 15, Brenner Library, 1800
jwcc.edu/cbo or by calling (217) 641-4941
Amherst” written by William Luce and hear College, Quincy. A comprehensive
from director Brandon Thomsen as he showing of works in a variety of media
Easter Bunny Arrives discusses the play. Virtual option also on produced and presented by the graduating
Thru April 3, Quincy Town Center (formerly Facebook. QU art majors.
Quincy Mall). Visit the Easter Bunny at the Live Show - Apr. 14-18 (Wed.-Sat. 7:30pm,
fountain court. He will arrive at 11am on Sun. 2pm). Provocative one-woman show
March 20. based on the life of Emily Dickinson. The
play, written by William Luce, show us both
the pain and joy of Dickinson’s secluded
life. Live show. Call (217) 222-3209 for
tickets.
Kenneth Yoder 2833 N 1300th Ave
Clayton, IL 62324
217.322.8953 Fax 217.894.6290
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