Photos from C2 RS Christmas Dinner

Thank you, all wonderful sisters of Columbia 2nd ward Relief Society for a wonderful Christmas dinner we all shared last Wednesday night. Thank you all who have participated in preparation, dinner and program to make the evening a success. Please, enjoy these pictures to remember great sisterhood, friendship and love we have shared all this year helping, loving and taking care of each other. Merry Christmas, may the Lord bless you and your loved ones!

Relief Society C2 Presidency



Thank you to the sisters in the photos for giving permission to share your faces!

Ride to BWI Airport

Here is email from Sister Tiffany Cramer:

We're leaving town this coming week. Would anyone be willing/able to help us get to or from the airport? We would need to leave around 9:45-10:00 am on the 22nd (next Thursday). We come back on Monday January 2nd at 2:50 pm.

We would love to babysit for you as payment :) And we would love to help anyone out with rides to/from the airport if we can. Thank you much, Tiffany Cramer.

Please, if you can help the Cramer;s family, connect directly with Tiffany. Thanks!

Sad News

With sadness, I have found out this morning that Brother John Harris from the Ellicott City Ward has passed away today. Many of the sisters and families in our ward knew him because he was serving a few years ago as a bishop of the Catonsville ward. More information will be coming your way.

Sister Olga Campora.

FOSTER PARENT INQUIRY

Sisters, if any of you is certified as a foster parent, would you be so kind and contact sister Chey Brower?

Thanks!

Babysitting Help Needed

A sister in our Relief Society is in need of babysitting help from December 19 through 23rd (next week) for medical reasons. She will need to drop off her children at 8:30 am and would pick them up at 3:30pm. Monday thru Friday. If you can help during these hours, on any day of the week, please contact the RS President Olga Campora.

BROWNIES REQUEST

Our Relief Society is in a need of one volunteer, awesome sister who would be willing to make brownies for this coming Wednesday. Our RS is supposed to deliver a dinner to the sisters missionaries who serve at the Washington DC visitor center this Wed by noon. We have all covered but the brownies. If you can help, please connect with Sister Olga Campora.

Update: Sister Franklin has volunteered and will help with the brownies. Thank you, sister Franklin!

Items needed for this week Beehive's Activity

Does anyone have the following items and would be willing to donate for this week's young women's Thursday activity:

2 - 1 quart canning jars with lids
15 pages of memory book pages, preferably about a 5x7 size
a cover for the memory book
photo paper

Please, connect with sister Gina Hagen!

TOYS - Give Away!

Single Graco stroller- very gently used
A wood changing table - also gently used has three shelves
Assortment of baby and toddler books/coloring books
small stuffed animals
Toy sink
crib mobile - its of fishes and projects lights on the celing as well
assorted girl clothes
rugrats clock
Foam square puzzle of ABCs and 1,2,3's ( not for toddler more for kids 6+)

If you're interested in any of these items, please, connect directly with sister Kelly Gish.

PIANO KEYBOARD

Sisters, if any of you happen to have an extra piano keyboard which is collecting dust and you wish to donate it, please, let us know. We have a sister in our ward who wishes to learn how to play it and so it would be wonderful if any of you might have one which you won't plan to use anymore.

Please, connect with sister Olga Campora.

FIVE DOLLAR FEAST FOR GRASSROOTS SHELTER

The Franco family, in the Columbia 1st Ward, is hosting the following
event for all youth in the Stake (Please spread the word):

FIVE DOLLAR FEAST FOR GRASSROOTS SHELTER
Time
Monday, November 21 · 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Location
Assemble dinners at the Francos then deliver to Grassroots next to
Atholton High School
6501 Autumn Wind Circle
Created By
Alexandra Franco
More Info
TO ALL YOU BUDDING CHEFS...OR NOT...

For November, the season of Thanksgiving, I thought it would be fun to
do a Mormon Helping Hands type service project together.

The Grassroots shelter has 55 residents right now. They rely on the
community to donate meals. We will be assembling dinner for them and
bringing it over.

This is how it works...I challenge each of you to find a way in the
next week to earn $5. Bring that money our house to put towards the
food. I will have purchased everything at Costco ahead of time. You
will be putting together the dinners and then taking a few vans over
to deliver the food by 3:15.

Any extra money we have, we will buy a Giant gift card to give to a
resident (and her children) who live at the shelter and are in the
Columbia 1st ward.

The Blaskos are donating cookies so that will give us some extra money
there!!! Thank you, BLASKOS!

As usual, please spread the word to all the youth in your ward.
Everyone is invited! I think it will be a fun way to kick off the
holiday season, by both hanging with and helping with your friends in
the Stake.

Breast Cancer Awareness Service Project Photos

Kizoa slideshow: Breast Cancer Awareness Service Project - Slideshow

Eagle Scout Project Service Opportunities

From : Ben Blasko 2:44pm Oct 28 "Hey all. I am trying to finish my eagle project. I am sending care packages overseas to troops. I am almost ready to send them but I am still looking for a few items. If anyone would like to help, I am looking for boot socks and foot powder. I am short of 130 pairs of socks and 150 bottles of foot powder." And For Brother Olivier Monday November 7th, 5pm-9pm Bring in a flyer to have 20% of your sale at Chik-Fil-A on Dobbin road, go towards his eagle project for protecting runoff water in the Patapsco Elkridge Area. "Everyone-- Please come support my eagle project by eating at the Chick-fil-a in Columbia on November 7. There will be a fundraiser from 5-9 pm. You must bring this flier to the event in order for the money to go to my project. The money will be used to buy supplies for painting stencils on storm drains that say "Don't Dump, Chesapeake Bay Drainage" in a neighborhood off of Landing road in Elkridge." Print this flyer off:

Self Reliance Links and Mylar Sealer

Sisters:

I became aware today that the church has a new website full of fabulous information all in one place regarding Self-Reliance and Family Well-Being. It is found at https://lds.org/family/family-well-being?lang=eng.

We also remind you about the opportunity to reserve the use of the stake mylar sealer. Please consider planning opportunities for your sisters to use it before year's end, or in the coming year.

Thank you,

Sister Deon Tait

Item Needed: Vacuum Cleaner

There is a need for a gently used vacumm cleaner for an elderly sister in our ward. If you have one to donate, please contact sister Chey Brower. Thank you!

Stake Day of Service Details

Dear Brothers and Sisters of the Columbia Maryland Stake, this year the church is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Church welfare program. This inspired program was started to meet the needs of those who lost employment, farms, and even homes in the wake of what became known as the Great Depression. To commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Church welfare program, members worldwide have been invited to participate in a day of service. With the assistance of the High Council and Stake Relief Society Presidency we have prayerfully considered how the Columbia Stake could render meaningful service to our brothers and sisters in our communities and neighborhoods.

On Saturday the 29th of October 2011 we have arranged four separate service opportunities; the purpose of this email is to describe each of these opportunities to you. After you understand the details of the four service opportunities we would ask you as individuals and families to select the opportunity that best suits your personal situation. If you are not able to participate in one of these opportunities we encourage you to seek opportunities of your own.

Information about our planned service opportunities will be distributed through ward and branch Relief Society and Priesthood “Information Chains” All families and individuals desiring to participate in any of these activities are asked to show up at the time and place indicated.

We invite you to extend an invitation to your friends and neighbors to join in on this meaningful service if you feel so inspired.

The Stake Relief Society will keep updated information on their blog, which is found at http://columbiastakers.blogspot.com/ .

After reading this email if you still have questions, please contact the stake Relief Society at columbiastake.rs@gmail.com or President Tucker at columbiastake2c@gmail.com .

“And behold, I tell you these things that ye may learn wisdom that ye may learn that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.” Mosiah 2:17

Sincerely, President Steve Tucker

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SERVICE OPPORTUNITY #1. Therapeutic Recreational Riding Center

Saturday 29 Oct, 8:00AM to 12:00 Noon

3750 Shady Lane in Glenwood, Maryland

For directions, see their website: http://www.trrcmd.org/Welcome.html

BENEFICIARY: The first opportunity for service is to contribute some sweat and hard work to improve the Therapeutic and Recreational Riding Center (TRRC). The TRRC’s mission is to provide both physical and occupational therapy on horseback, treating a range of physical, mental and emotional disabilities, including cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, post-traumatic brain injury, autism, ADHD, and cognitive disorders. It also provides recreational riding opportunity for clients with and without disabilities.

3 PROJECTS:

Depending on the job(s) you decide to tackle we would ask that you bring the following…..
1. For Painting fences, please bring your own paint brushes, paint rollers, paint trays. Paint will be provided by the TRCC

2. To clear brush from their meditation pond, we will need - gas powered weed eaters, electric or gas powered hedge trimmers, extension cords, gloves, shovels, rakes, lopping shears

3. The Pond liner task (to adjust the rubber liner in the pond) will require a few strong backs

TOOLS: If you don’t have any of the above tools or equipment there will be other opportunities for service at the TRRC.

DRESS: Dress appropriately for the service of your choice.

WHO CAN HELP: The TRRC can accommodate a large group, 200+ will not be a problem. This activity is appropriate for children, we would remind you however, that you are responsible for the safety and management of all those you bring. The TRRC has a picnic area and a small playground; families are welcome to use both after the completion of our service effort.

WEATHER DEPENDENT: In case of bad weather this event will be cancelled.

CONTACT PERSON: any changes will be posted on the stake Relief Society blog, found at http://columbiastakers.blogspot.com/ .

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SERVICE OPPORTUNITY #2. Columbia, MD Stake Center

Saturday 29 Oct, 9:00AM to 12:00 NOON

BENEFICIARY: Grassroots is an emergency and transitional shelter with 50 beds, and a 24-hour phone and walk-in crisis center located in Columbia, MD

PROJECT: At the Stake Center we will be sewing pillow cases for the residents, and drawstring bags to be used for toiletries.

ACTIVITIES and WHAT TO BRING: bring fabric (1 yard needed for each pillow case. Neutral, cotton fabrics preferred.) Ribbon also needed for bags. If you are unable to provide these items, you are STILL welcome to attend this project.

1. Cutting fabric: bring scissors

2. Ironing: Please contact Jill Johnson (contact info below) if you can bring an iron and ironing board.

3. Sewing: We will need 2 sewing machines per ward. Please check with your ward Relief Society leadership to see if these are still needed, or contact Jill Johnson directly (contact info below) .

4. Making cards for the residents. Each completed item will be given with a handmade card. Materials will be provided.

5. Bagging the handmade card and item. Materials provided.

5. Delivery: A few families are needed to deliver the finished items to Grassroots.

WHO CAN HELP: We can accommodate about 75-100 people among the various stations. Children are welcome and can make cards, but will need supervision by the parents. Adults without sewing experience can cut and iron, attach labels, bag the items, or help deliver the items to Grassroots.

CONTACT PERSON: Jill Johnson, Savage Mill Ward, 301-490-0705, rickjill1@verizon.net

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SERVICE OPPORTUNITY #3 “Partners in Care”

29 October, time/place and description of service is a work in progress

BENEFICIARY: Partners in Care is an initiative of the Maryland National Guard Joint Force Headquarters Chaplain’s office. The purpose of Partners in Care is to provide support to the families of Maryland National Guard personnel who are deployed.

PROJECT: Chaplain William Sean Lee, Colonel, Maryland National Guard, is in charge of coordinating support to the families of Maryland’s deployed servicemen and women. When a family of a deployed person requires assistance (the service rendered varies for each situation) the Colonel is made aware of these needs and takes steps to match the need to a volunteer service organization. President Tucker has volunteered the support of the Columbia Stake to respond when Colonel Lee is seeking assistance for service member families that reside within the boundaries of the Columbia Stake.

Because each situation is different the exact description of what service needs to be rendered may not be known until a few days before our Day of Service. For 29 October, if Colonel Lee identifies a family or families in need of assistance, he will contact President Tucker the week prior with the details and scale of the project(s). President Tucker will coordinate the Columbia Stake’s response.

WHO CAN HELP: Any individual or family who is willing to assist. For the service activity on 29 October we request the names of families/individuals who would be willing to assist on that day. Additionally, because the need for service to the families of deployed personnel is not a “one time event” the Colonel will reach out to the Columbia Stake, via President Tucker, whenever service is needed. For that reason we are interested in knowing the names of families and/or individuals interested in volunteering for future service opportunities.

Detailed information describing what specific service will be rendered on 29 Oct in support of "Partners in Care" will be provided when known. Please contact President Tucker directly for the most up to date information on this service opportunity. The stake Relief Society blog, found at http://columbiastakers.blogspot.com/ , will also keep updated information.

CONTACT PERSON: President Tucker, 301-725-2819 columbiastake2c@gmail.com .

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SERVICE OPPORTUNITY #4 Baltimore Re-hab extended care center (BRECC).

Saturday 29 Oct, 1:30-3:00 pm 3900 Loch Raven Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland

BENEFICIARY: The Baltimore VA Rehabilitation & Extended Care Center specializes in providing rehabilitation and post-acute care for patients in the VA Maryland Health Care System.

PROJECT: Visit and assist the Veterans by providing a 90 minute program which could include a BBQ, Games, Conversation, Instruction on compiling a personal history or Family history research or other activities suggested by the recreational and service staff.

WHO CAN HELP: We are requesting the Stake Single Adults and Young Single Adults lead organize and staff this service opportunity. Due to the size of the facility and the fact that many of the Veterans are in wheelchairs, the BRECC can accommodate only 20-30 volunteers. The Single Adults and Young Single Adults in the Stake desiring to participate are asked to contact the Stake Single Adult or the Young Single Adult leaders . The Young Single Adults will provide detailed information on their Facebook page, which is named "Columbia Maryland Stake YSA". The Stake Relief Society blog will also provide information which is found athttp://columbiastakers.blogspot.com/ .

CONTACT PERSONS: Jon Walton 408-761-2944, jwalton2@gmail.com

Kimberly Howell 410-790-1219, khowell0416@comcast.net

Food Storage Article

Deseret News Article on Food Storage--Five Surprising Things

Check out this article on Deseret News; it includes three recipes to try:

http://desne.ws/nZ8U9e

Congratulations!

The Ladle Family Welcomes their newest addition!

Henry Hansen Ladle

born 3:33 pm on Sep 11,

7lb 11 oz.

Toddler bed giveaway

If anyone is interested, I have a toddler bed to give away. It is cherry wood in color. There are some places where the paint has rubbed due to being moved a few times. I have the manual on how to put it together etc. I didn't use it with my last child so I probably wont use it with my next so if anyone would like it they can let me know and come get it. I'm trying to get everything cleaned up and moved before baby gets here.

contact: Miriam Plass

Toy Donations needed for 2 yr old boy

Hello Sisters,

There is a need for some toy donations for a 2 year old boy. If you have any toys to donate, please bring them on Sunday, or contact a member of the RS presidency.

Thank You!

roofer and general contractor recommendation

The Hagen Family is in need of recommendations for licensed/insured roofers and general contractors due to a tree falling on a portion of their roof during the hurricane. If you have a recommendation, please email the Hagen's.

For Scouts Moms

Sisters;

Do you have any old scout shirts with our ward's number? We were wondering if someone could donate to one of our Teachers? (#1022)

If you have one, please, contact bro. Batson, he will appreciate it.

Back to School Brunch Tuesday 9:30am

Hello!

I'm still planning to hold the back to school brunch tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 30th at 9:30. Please join us if you can!

Thanks,

Christina Hansen

Looking for: Area Rug

Chey Brower is looking for a gently used area rug for a sister in need. If you have one that needs a new home please let Chey know asap!

Embrace the Harvest Sept 24th

Saturday, September 24th at 6:30 p.m.: The Stake Relief Society invites all
sisters to 'Embrace the Harvest'. Join us for dinner, service, and
friendshipping at the Columbia Stake Center. The Relief Society General
Broadcast will be shown at 8 p.m. in the chapel following dinner.
*Ward/branch representatives from your Relief Society are collecting photos
(digital or printed) of YOU and/or of your family with your produce! Please
make sure we get yours.

PHOTOS DUE TO STAKE BY AUGUST 31st. Email them to Miriam Plass or Cassandra Hancock.

Back to School Brunch Tuesday 9:30am

It's back to school time again! Please come to the second annual back to school brunch on Tuesday Aug. 30 at 9:30 at Christina Hansen's home. All are invited as well as children who are not school-age. Please bring your favorite brunch dish to share. Email us if you need her contact info.

Giveaway: Loft Bed

I have a tall twin-size loft bed made of solid wood, with a large board underneath that serves as a desk. Assembly instructions included. No mattress. Contact Linette Teerlink.

Food Storage Buckets

Food Storage Containers: If you are looking for plastic storage buckets to compliment your food storage, contact Alice Johnson. (Email us for her phone #) She has about 15 left for $1.35 each.

Reminder about Grow Forth and Garden Photos!

Dear Sisters,

The Stake Relief Society would like to remind all sisters, families and stake members to continue to "Grow Forth and Garden" even in the summer heat! It's not too late to start. Please remember to take a photo of yourself with your growing items - we will be collecting those very soon for our Fall Stake event. Enjoy your harvest!

Thank you!

Naomi Avery
Stake Relief Society Secretary

In A Pickle Evening- with Photos!

Click on the Picture to View our Album of Photos from the Pickle Making!

Pickles

Here is the Recipe for the Pickles:

EASY DILL PICKLES:

Brine: 1 cup Apple Cider Vinegar

2 cups water

2 Tablespoons pickling salt

Boil Brine and pour over filled jar that has been packed with:

1 Slice onion

1 clove garlic

Fresh Dill

1 hot pepper (optional)

1 pinch Alum powder (helps cukes keep their crispiness)

Small Cucumbers

Tap jar to release any air bubbles. Seal with lid and band and Process in rolling water bath for 15 minutes.

2 Chandeliers Need Good home

Sister Chey Brower has 2 Chandeliers to give away. Contact her if you are interested.

Message from Stake RS President

Dear Sisters:

As I traveled on beautiful sunshiny, tree-lined roads to visit Eldersburg ward's Relief Society this past Sunday, I decided to listen to Mormon Channel through an app on my phone ( I love technology!). Lo and Behold, playing was an episode of "Conversations" which had Sister Sheri Dew interviewing Sister Julie B. Beck and her daughters! I was so happy to stumble upon it! Does it get any better than that? Perhaps some of you have already heard it. In case you are not familiar with this website, here is the information.

http://mormonchannel.org/?lang=eng

The link to this episode of conversations is:

http://feeds.lds.org/LDSConversations Scroll down to episode 15. It is about an hour, but well worth your time.

I also recently found the link to Sister Beck's entire talk from BYU Women's conference this past April.

http://byutv.org/watch/1daaaa65-7fdb-47fe-aa39-0bd79328561b

I would counsel each of you to take time to watch her talk from the conference, and to consider listening to the Conversations episode in the near future. I personally can never get enough of hearing from Sister Beck. She is our direct Relief Society leader and our example. She discusses family, working mothers, finding balance, women's roles as defined by media and the world, our relationship with the Priesthood, Mary and Martha, preparing sisters for the temple, etc. It is a powerful talk. Please consider also sending these links out to your sisters. We will post them on our blog as well.

Thank you for all you do - we know you are always busy and engaged in good things,

Sister Deon Tait

Thinking about doing good this week....

Sister Cornell is still at the Howard County hospital. She doesn't mind visits and would most likely appreciate them. Her family is out of town this week and so it would be great if any of you sisters, feel to pay a little short visit to her, she would like it. She cannot hear and so you communicate with her by writing on a little board she has in her room. You're welcome to bring a picture of Christ, flowers, no food.

If you go to visit with her, she is listed under name Cornellia Hicks and she is in room #3109.

Thank you,
Sister Olga Campora.

Our very own amazing Sister Chey Brower in Baltimore Sun!

Check it out! Congrats Chey, we hope to see pictures from your race!

http://www.baltimoresun.com/health/breastcancer/bs-gl-reimer-dragon-boat-20110623,0,7889708.column

Computer Speakers and Monitor Cords Needed for Family History Class

The family history center is looking for a donation of a set of computer speakers and 5 VGA monitor cords. These will be used for the family history class. If you have any extras at home, please, contact sister Merilee Clay.

Items to give away!

Hey ladies,

I have a huge pile of items that I'm planning to bring to a thrift store when I get the chance. If anyone is interested at looking to see if they want anything or know of someone who might be in need etc I'm willing to give anything away for free because I'm too lazy to sell it.
I know there are several small toys, baby bath, water dispenser, air filter machines that probably need filters but should work, some electronics, work out bands, and much more. Most of this has web in our storage and we figure we should just get rid of it.
Let me know if anyone is interested. Plus if any groups at church are interested I may have scrapbooking paper, sewing items to get rid of whe. I go through it so if there is a need let me know and I'll look for it.

Thanks
Miriam Plass

BISHOP'S STORE HOUSE SERVICE OPPORTUNITY

Sisters;

Our ward is assigned to provide a few members to help to work at the Washington Bishop's Storehouse on Saturday, June 18. The shift goes from 8:30am till 4:00pm, lunch is provided. Even if you can do a half shift, please, consider to serve.

This assignment will be primarily to help patrons fill their orders, restock shelves, and maybe help pick some orders in the warehouse for satellite locations. Pretty light work, which can be handled by most people, though they will need to be able to spend some time on their feet.

Please, let Sister Campora know if you would benefit from this type op service. If interested, please, send her email.

PLAYGROUP Tuesdays at 9:30am!

Sisters, There will be a playgroup starting this next TUESDAY at 9:30am Rockburn Branch Park (follow the road past the Elementary school.) This "women's group" is open to any one who would like to attend!

The summer plan is to have a consistent playgroup running, so for now we will plan on Tuesday's at 9:30am every week. (Possibly starting 9am if it's getting too hot.) We will announce alternate locations as they arise, but for now, plan on Rockburn Park every tuesday at 9:30am!

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Real Food 101 Mini Class

Starts this Saturday at 11am at Sister Browers house!

Looking for Yard Sale to Share

Sister Cynthia Lau is looking for a family who is having a yard sale that her family could share space with. If you are having a yard sale soon, please contact Cynthia!

Lakefront Free Lunchtime Concerts

Here is some info about Free Lunchtime Concerts in Columbia:

Last week, Columbia Lakefront Wednesdays Lunchtime Concert Series
started, where there are free outdoor concerts at the Town Center
lakefront every Wednesday from 12 to 2 p.m. The schedule is
available at www.columbiaassociation.org/events

Hope to see you at the lakefront!

Free Tree Stakes or Firewood

"I have a lot of free tree stakes (maybe 200) made of oak that can be used as garden stakes or firewood. They are about ¾” x ¾” and the longest is about 5 feet long. Most of the stakes have been broken and are of shorter lengths. Let me know if you are interested.

Wanda Franklin"

Stake Conference 2011 Schedule

Here is the schedule for Stake Conference coming up!

Wednesday, June 1
(All day) - Stake temple day
5pm - Temple priesthood room meeting (endowed members only, 7th floor of Washington DC Temple)

June 6 - June 10
(All week) - Stake conference temple week; all stake/ward activities/meetings canceled

Saturday, June 11
4pm - Stake Priesthood Leadership Meeting (stake center)
7pm - Adult Session (stake center)

Sunday, June 12
10am - General Session (see below)

The Sunday General Session will be held at the stake center for the Columbia 2nd, Ellicott City, Eldersburg, and Hampstead Wards and Columbia 3rd Branch. It will be broadcast to the Clarksville meetinghouse for the Columbia 1st and Savage Mill Wards. Regardless of where members meet for the general session, all should arrive early and carpool as much as possible.

BYU TV Special

Just wanted to share that our very own Olga Campora, is mentioned in this BYU TV rebroadcast by sister Winder, a former RS General President.

To view the video clip go here: http://byutv.org/watch/175-1507 It's a great watch and titled "We are Doing something Extraordinary."

Go to about minute 9 if you want to hear about Olga, and a little of her history. :)

Condo for Rent

Starting June 1st, there is a 2-bed, 2-bath condo available for rent.

Contact Tess Connell for more info.

Activity Days Help, Fabric, Sewing Machines needed.

We're hoping to make simple skirts in activity days over the next month as part of a lesson on modesty and also to learn about sewing. If anyone has any fabric, elastic, or ribbon that they would like to donate that would be great. More importantly though, we will need to borrow some sewing machines. The dates we would need them would most likely be June 9th and 23rd (Activity days is 7-8:15 at the church). We may be ready to start sewing on May 26th, but I'm thinking we'll need at least that evening to take measurements and cut fabric.

If you can help out with any of these, or want to come help out the girls those nights, just talk to Meg Ricks. Thanks!

Garden Guru Class and Much Thanks!

Thank you to all who helped with the Garden Guru class! We learned about the Maryland Extension service and the Master Gardeners program-

which you can reference here: http://growit.umd.edu/ and here: http://extension.umd.edu/gardening/index.cfm

You can also get a FREE rain barrel from Howard county on the following dates at the Alpha Ridge Landfill:

May 2011

Saturday, May 7 · 9am · Alpha Ridge Landfill,

Saturday, May 21 · 9am · Alpha Ridge Landfill

June 2

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Saturday, June 4 · 9am · Alpha Ridge Landfill

Saturday, June 18 · 9am · Alpha Ridge Landfill

July 2011

Saturday, July 16 · 9am · Alpha Ridge Landfill

August 2011

Saturday, August 6 · 9am · Alpha Ridge Landfill

Saturday, August 20 · 9am · Alpha Ridge Landfill

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WE learned about Herbs and how to use them in the kitchen, also sampled Basil Jelly and freezer pickles- we will get the recipes out to you soon!

And, we learned from sister Wanda Franklin about fruit and vegetable gardening, and saw photos of her successful garden!

It was a great evening and we are so grateful for all that was shared and all that we learned!

We had a seed and start swap- if you would like some basil plant starts contact Elizabeth Grange as she has extra to give out if anyone would like one!

New Sisters!

Welcome to the new sisters who have moved into our ward recently!

Tiffany Cramer

Anne Harris

Introduce yourselves and welcome them!

Blood Sugar Monitor

Brother John Jordan has a blood sugar monitor that he used to check blood sugars for diabetics. He doesn't need it anymore. If there is anyone who could use it, he would be happy to give it away.
If you know of anyone, have them contact sister Olga Campora.

Free Formula

If you, or someone you know would be able to use some Newborn Enfamil, Christa Hedricks has some formula she isn't using that she'd like to offer out. Also available are some Enfamil coupons.

Contact Christa Hedricks or reply by email if you need her email address.

Toy Donations Needed for C2 RS Children's Classes

Hello Sisters!

We are in need of toy donations for our C2 RS "Toy Box" We will be using it for our children's class for Relief Society Evening Meetings And for our one-time per month temple trip child-care swap. So just two times per month- but we need toys to entertain our ward children during these times.

Also, we are in need of children's door gates for the same purposes.

If you are spring-cleaning and happen to have toys or children's gate's you are clearing out, we'd greatly appreciate these. Please email a member of the RS Presidency or bring them on Sunday or to one of our other meetings. (or email: col2rs@gmail.com )

Age range of toys: toddler to five years.

Thank You for your cooperation and support!

Offer: Living Scriptures

5 Video Cassette tapes. Animated dramatizations by Living Scriptures.

1. Nephi & the Brass Plates
2. Abinadi & King Noah
3. Journey to the Promised Land (Nephi & Co. on the boat)
4. The Conversion of Alma the Younger
5. The Miracles of Jesus

Contact Linette Teerlink. If no one claims them in the next week, I will put them in the "Free" section in the Stake library.

Offer: Maternity/ Nursing Garments

Offer: Used maternity and nursing garments

6 nursing tops- size 34, good condition

2 maternity tops - size 36, like new

2 maternity bottoms - size 36, very good condition

4 maternity bottoms - size 34, fair condition

Conact Linette Teerlink

May 11th RS Evening Meeting

Want to be a Garden Guru?

Join us for a horticultural evening…

Wednesday, May 11

7:00 pm

*We will have guest speakers to discuss:

-gardening tips and techniques

-how to cultivate herbs and use

them in the kitchen

*There will also be a seed/ sprout exchange

-Bring your seeds or starts to share and swap

**A children’s class will be provided**

Stake Relief Society Women's Conference- THIS Saturday.

Dear Sisters,

We wanted to send out one last reminder about our special Columbia Stake women's conference, "Embrace Our Purpose." The fun begins this Saturday at 8 a.m. with a walk, which will be cancelled in case of rain.Opening exercises will begin promptly at 9 a.m., and our own President Mitchell will address us at that time. Two class periods will follow. The luncheon will begin at 11:30, and two class periods will follow lunch. Our service project will be ongoing throughout the day. Nice casual dress is requested.

This conference is open to ALL sisters in our stake, neighbors or friends, and graduating Laurels may attend with their mothers. Please know you are invited to attend even if you didn't get a chance to register online for the classes.

If you have any questions, and for a detailed schedule of the day, please visitcolumbiastakers.blogspot.com.

See you Saturday!

Deon Tait
Stake Relief Society President

Free Compost Bins and Rain Barrels!

Howard County is giving away free compost bins and free rain barrels
for Howard County residents. Anyone is welcome to attend the
composting workshops regardless of residency. Here's a link for a
flier with details on what, where and when.

http://www.howardcountymd.gov/DPW/DOCS/compost%20flier%202011%20from%20mg.pdf

http://livegreenhoward.com/water/rain-gardens-rain-barrels/

Annual C2 Play Group Easter Egg Hunt

Please join us for our Annual (unofficial) C2 Play Group Easter Egg Hunt!

Tuesday, April 19 (we'll reschedule if the weather is uncooperative)

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Danelle De Graw's house

Bring:

1. A snack or treat to share

2. 1 dozen eggs per child--candy, toy, or real eggs are all OK

Preschoolers and school-aged children are all welcome to participate in the Easter Egg Hunt, and everyone is welcome to come socialize and play!

Thanks,

Danelle

Mens clothes avialable

Mens clothes available for anyone who can use them--mostly size 4x.
All are high quality and in excellent condition. Contact Danelle De
Graw if interested.

3 nice cords 2 w58 l30 1 w56 l30
1 shorts 54
13 Shirts 4x
2 20 38/39
2 22 36/37
1 21 37
3 sweaters
1 long sleeve flannel

News from a happy new grandmother Pam Diamond

My daughter Katherine and her hubby Ryan Grastorfs had their first baby girl on Tuesday, March 15th at 11.02 a.m. Audrey Mae was 8.1 lbs and 21 inches long. Everyone is tired and Mom is sore, but all are doing well. FYI, Katherine resides in the Columbia 1st ward now but she grew up in our ward.

Sound of Music performed by Centennial High School

Rebecca Mitchell is cast as Maria during these shows:

Thurs, March 17 @ 7 pm
Sat, March 19 @ 2 pm
Fri, March 25 @ 7 pm
Sat, March 26 @ 7pm

Alissa and Luke Mitchell play their parts in all 8 shows.

It is also being performed with a second lead cast on March 18,19,24 at 7pm and March 26 at 2pm
You can get tickets in advance for $8 at (www.seatyourself.biz/chstheatre) .
Tickets at the door cost $10.

Sister Colleen Mitchell

Looking for a TV?

Brother Jim Bushman has a 10 year old 32" TV (very heavy) that is looking for a new home. It still works well. If any of you know someone that could use this TV, please let him know. He does not want anything for it.

Map of USA

The Family History Center has a 4’ x 6’ map of the United States that we would like to donate to someone. It’s in good condition and could be a lovely, educational wall decoration for the bedroom of one of your children. Contact Wanda Franklin.

If you need a blender ...

We have a blender free to a good home. It is a basic blender we do not need so if anyone can use it let me know.

For more information, please, contact sister Marilee Clay.

Book Study #2 Sneak Peek :-)

Dear Sisters:

Our very first book study in February was a great success. We had close to 20 sisters who have read the book called "Continuing Atonement" and there are few who are reading it thanks to those who have finished the book and were willing to share it with those who were interested to read it.

We would like to announce the next book study which will be in April (the date and place will be announced soon) and here is a book which few of you recommended to RS Presidency for the next book study. We have felt it would be a great read and many of you might be interested in the following title. The book is called "A Heart Like His: Making Space for God's Love in Your Life" by Virgina H. Pearce (President Hinckley's daughter). You may check the following website which gives more insight on the book:

http://deseretbook.com/Heart-His-Making-Space-Gods-Love-Your-Life-Virginia-H-Pearce/i/4954457

As we have mentioned before, the book study is meant to support sisters in spiritual growth and sisterhood. This meeting is not mandatory, nor will it involve everyone; just those who are looking to share thoughts and a good book!

Please, RSVP to sister Campora and let her know if you wish to participate.

Thanks, RS C2 Presidency.

Broken or Old Crayon Donations needed!

The Activity Days girls are looking for donations of old broken crayons for an upcoming activity. If you have any you'd like to donate please contact Meg Ricks or if you're at the church this Thursday evening, you can bring them to the Primary room. Thanks!