Boone County Shopper May 5, 2022

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May 5, 2022 Vol. 76 No. 14

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In This Issue May...

JOHNSONVILLE FULLY COOKED BRATS 14 OZ $

BOONE COUNTY

SENIOR LIVING

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SEE PAGES 7-10

A MONTHLY FOUR PAGE SECTION FOR SENIORS

Mother’s Day, May 8th

Shower Her With Love...

And Flowers!

Shop Our Entire Assortment Of: • 1000’s Of Hanging Baskets • Mulch - 4 Varieties • Annuals & Perennials • Vegetable & Herb Plants • Container Gardens • Evergreens & Flowering Shrubs Shop Our Gift Department For Unique Garden Art, Home Decor & Gifts. Gift Cards Available.

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Boone County Shopper - Belvidere, Illinois - May 5, 2022

SUMMER CAMP Your Spot For Summer Fun! Each week will be full of new games, activities, field trips, & days at the pool (SS) Location: Rivers Edge Rec Center • Time: 7am-6pm Registration For Camp Compass Days: Monday-Friday Additional weeks registration can be done NOW online at belviderepark.org or in person at Rivers Edge Rec Center.

Please register children for the grade they are entering for the 2022/2023 school year. First week attending of camp needs to be paid in full at time of registration.

Discover - Ages 3-5 For our youngest campers. This group will focus on developing a sense of curiosity, socialization, interpersonal skills, & play. Children are required to be toilet trained.

Explore - Grades K-1 Exploring & broadening the camper’s horizon with new experiences & opportunities will be the focus for this age group!

Large & small group trips, being active, & having fun will build up each camper’s confidence and enhance self-esteem.

Achieve - Grades 2-3 This group will focus on developing positive values & a strong sense of self. Creating an atmosphere of trust & fun.

Lead - Grades 4-5 Lead campers will focus on developing their leadership skills & potential through the opportunity to be a role model to younger campers, a chance to relax & bond, and unique & fun field trips just for them.

Succeed - Grades 6-8 Our oldest group of campers will face fun & adventurous challenges over the course of the summer. Learning what it means to set your mind to something as an individual or group with a goal to succeed.

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CAMP HORIZON JR. - New For 2022!

Is your child between the ages of 3 to 5 & ready to have some Summer-time fun? The Camper in Training program is the perfect introductory program for them to get adjusted to summer camp life! Campers will attend 2 mornings a week, & participate in camp activities with the Club Horizon program. Staff ratio will be 1:3 to provide extra support to your little ones. (SC) Min/Max: 3/9 • Location: Special Recreation Facility • Days: Tuesday & Thursday Mornings • Time: 9am-noon • Transportation: NONE. Ages: 3-5 Register by: Wednesday, 8 pm before week of attendance.

NEW HORIZONS - Transition Program Are you between the ages of 18 and 21 & want to try out New Horizons this summer? If so, here is your chance! The New Horizons Transition Program will be filled on a first come, first serve basis & will strictly adhere to the maximum participation set forth. Each option is a 2 day a week option & there will be weekly trips/experiences every Monday with separate registration (SC) Min/Max: 1/6 • Location: Special Recreation Facility • Transportation: NONE. Ages: 18-21

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• • • • • S P E C I A L R E C R E AT I O N • • • • • CAMP HORIZON - Choose Your Adventure Camp Horizon will embark on a weekly adventure ... Choose which ones you want to participate in, from pirates to animals to water to slime to so much more! Each week of camp, campers will explore their adventure through themed activities, summertime snacks, crafts, wacky experiments, swimming at the William Grady Pool, visitors, field trips, & playing at different parts of the park district. Breakfast & snack will be included, & campers are required to bring a cold lunch every day. If you are new to Camp Horizon, please contact Sean Cramer to complete an Intake Assessment before registering for the summer. (SC) Min/Max: 8/25 • Location: Special Recreation Facility • Transportation: NONE. Ages: 5-21 Register by: Wednesday, 8 pm before week of attendance.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

99 A/C Clean & Check

$

On Wednesday, May 11th at 2:30 PM a meeting conducted by Belvidere CUSD #100 will take place at 1201 5th Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008.

Includes Complete 19 Pt. Inspection & Safety Check Exp. 5-31-22

Free Estimates On New Equipment Installations

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We Protect Your Legal Rights. We Also Offer Smart Insurance Policies That Will Protect Everything That Is Important To You.

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The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the district plans for providing special education services to students with disabilities who attend private schools and home schools within the district for the 2022-2023 school year. If you are a parent of a student who is home-schooled or attends a private school, and is also identified as a student with a disability within the boundaries of Belvidere CUSD #100 you are encouraged to attend. If you have further questions pertaining to this meeting, please contact Theresa Montalbano Owen, Director of Special Education, at 815-544-8662

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Teacher & School Staff n o i t a i c e r p Ap

week May 2-6

2022 Winner Pictured: 2022 Golden Apple Winner Mrs. Rebecca Perry, BSMS Science Teacher and Mr. Ben Commare, BSMS Principal

Making Our World A Better Place Thanks to the dedicated educators who help our community’s kids learn, thrive, succeed and create a better future.

We appreciate all you do.

In particular with the challenges faced this year.

We’re Giving School Employees

EXTRA+ CREDIT! Belvidere CUSD #100 1201 5th Ave., Belvidere 815-544-0301

Belvidere High School North High School Everest Satellite High School Central Middle School South Middle School Washington Academy

Caledonia School Lincoln School Meehan School Perry School Seth Whitman School

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SUMMER

Tuesday’s Podcast on Rockforddc.com or was:

CAMP 2022

Does My Child Need Chiropractic Care?

On Average 130 PEOPLE DIE DAILY From An Opioid Related Overdose In The U.S.*

For Children Entering Kindergarten-8th Grade

What We Ask You To Provide: Sunscreen (labeled with name) & Hat, Reusable Water Bottle (labeled with name), Cold Lunch

What We Will Provide: Breakfast, Snack, On-Site “Field Trips”, Crafts, Structured Activities, Community Partners CARE TIMES: Monday-Friday, 5:30 AM - 6:00 PM MEMBER FEE: $145/Wk Per Child • NON-MEMBER FEE: $155/Wk Per Child All Paperwork Can Be Completed Online: belvidererecliquecore.com/programs

Stay tuned for more EXCITING details!!

Begins Monday, June 6th at Belvidere Y

DON’T RISK ADDICTION.

STRONG KIDS CAMPAIGN

Every day, the Belvidere Family YMCA gives our community the support it needs to learn, grow and thrive. Membership dollars are what support our general facility.

YOUR GENEROUS GIFT GOES TO SUPPORT SO MUCH MORE! It provides funding to programs that benefit children. $125 donation can provide a summer worth of experiential field trips for a child. $500 gives the gift of safety around the water for 15 children. $1000 donation can provide a year of before & after school care for a child. Every dollar donated to the Belvidere Family YMCA has a lasting impact in Boone County.

STRONG Y = STRONG BOONE COUNTY! Please consider donating today.

CHOOSE CHIROPRACTIC CARE FIRST. Chiropractors offer a non-drug solution to pain. Chiropractic care is safe, & both clinically & cost-effective. It correlates with positive societal impact & high patient satisfaction rates.

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Official Chiropractor Of The Rockford IceHogs!

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Belvidere Family

(Across From CherryVale Mall)

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Go Where The Pros Go!

Air Conditioning & Heating PROFESSIONALS

Complete Auto Repair Shop & 24 Hour Towing Serving The Belvidere Area For 43 Years 321 North State St. Belvidere, IL 61008

Belvidere Heating/Air/Vent 815-547-6995 Service

2002 INNSBRUCK 24’ travel trailer, roof damage, selling as is. Come see, make offer. 815904-3386.

HELP WANTED: Career opportunity! HVAC installer - will train the right candidate. Email greg@ flemingheating.com or stop by 402 Buchanan Street and fill out an application.

INDEPENDENT CAREGIVER would like to help care for seniors in their home. Will work most hours as needed. Call Joyce between 9 AM-8 PM, 847-890-1811.

HARDWOOD FLOORS: We install, sand and finish old and new hardwood floors. We also install laminates. 30 years experience. Free estimates. (You have called the rest, now call the best.)

Robert’s Hardwood Floors, Bob 815-547-0407 or 815-761-1679.

Steve Cadie Automotive

PHILLIPS

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Ensure An Efficient & Trouble-Free System For The Summer.

JOHN DEERE X360, 22 horsepower, 48” deck with grass and leaf blower and dump cart. 815-209-6674.

FOR SALE: 4-wheel scooter, in great shape, $500 or best offer. Call 815547-8786.

220 W. LOCUST ST., BELVIDERE

YMCA

Open Monday - Saturday

MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL: Spring clean up and yard care. Prune, trim, clean ups and haul-a-ways available. Call 815-2898322. eliteservesyou.com

SPECIAL PRICING FOR DIST. 100 STUDENTS FOR JUNE & JULY!

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BOB’S MASONRY: Brick, block, stone, and stone foundation repair, chimney repair, tuck pointing, and new construction. Serving Belvidere for over 30 years.

Call 815-703-6747.

HELP WANTED: Busy dry cleaner looking for full time customer service rep. 1-7 PM with some Saturdays 8 AM-4 PM. Must have ability to multitask. Apply in person at 754 Beloit Road.

Call David for more information, 815-547-7770.

NEED PAINTING? Interior/exterior, residential/commercial. Family owned and operated. Call All About Painting, 815-975-9692. Free estimates.

Minnihans Tree Service Trimming • Removal • Stump Removal

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$

39.95

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Columbarium Double Niche $2500 (Includes Engraving)

BCelvidere emetery Association

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Come and join us!

Expanding Millwork and Cabinetry Manufacturer looking to hire full-time production workers. Will learn to fabricate/assemble cabinets, commercial and residential from detailed drawings (with guidance).

Requirements: Knowledge of shop tools, ability to follow directions with the desire to learn. Strong work ethics of punctuality and time management, and ability to read a tape measure.

Physically active positionability to lift throughout the day. Must be able to stand/ walk for entire shift. 8-9 hours.

Please Contact: employment@premierwoodwork inc.com or call number below QUALITY ARCHITECTURAL MILLWORK 1522 7th St. • ROCKFORD, IL 61104

815.968.6650

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CLEAN & CHECK SPECIAL CALL FOR SPECIALS ON A/C & FURNACES Free Estimates

Carey Heating & Air Following COVID-19 Precautions To Keep You & Your Family Safe.

815-222-2316 815-319-2465 Electrical & Plumbing Services Available

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PERSONAL WANT AD Deadline: No later than noon on Tuesdays, for Thursday publication. Must be paid in advance (cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover). Call The Boone County Shopper at 815544-2166 or visit our website at www.boonecountyshopper.com

NOTICE

NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that the Belvidere CUSD #100 Special Education Department will be destroying Special Education student records. The destruction will include records of any student who attended between August 18, 2016 to May 20, 2017.

Notice is hereby given that the Belvidere CUSD #100 Student Services Department will be destroying Permanent Student Records for students who graduated between 1954 and 1962. If an individual who graduated between 1954 and 1962 would like to have their files released to them, they must contact the student services department at Belvidere CUSD #100 Central Office by June 30, 2022. After that date, these records will be destroyed.

Files may be picked up by coming to the Central Office before June 30, 2022. After that date these records will be destroyed.

Belvidere CUSD #100 Central Office located at: 1201 Fifth Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008.

Please call 815-544-8662 with any questions.

AVISO Por la presente, se notifica que el Departamento de Educación Especial de Distrito #100 destruirá los registros de Educación Especial. La destrucción incluirá registros de cualquier estudiante que asistió entre el 18 de Agosto de 2016 al 20 de Mayo de 2017.

Belvidere CUSD #100 Central Office located at: 1201 Fifth Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008.

Please call 815-544-8510 with any questions.

AVISO

Los archivos se pueden recoger en la Oficina Central del Distrito #100 antes del 30 de Junio de 2022. Después de esa fecha, estos registros serán destruidos.

Por la presente se notifica que el Departamento de Servicios Estudiantiles de Belvidere CUSD #100 destruir· los Registros Estudiantiles Permanentes de los estudiantes que se graduaron entre 1954 y 1962. Si una persona que se graduó entre 1954 y 1962 desea que se le entreguen sus archivos, debe comunicarse con el departamento de servicios estudiantiles en la oficina central de Belvidere CUSD #100 antes del 30 de junio del 2022. DespuÈs de esa fecha, estos registros ser·n destruidos.

La oficina Central del Distrito #100 esta ubicada en: 1201 Fifth Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008.

Por favor llame al 815-544-8662 si tiene alguna pregunta.

La oficina Central de Belvidere CUSD #100 esta ubicada en: 1201 Fifth Avenue, Belvidere, IL 61008.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, llame al 815-544-8510

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May

It Is Your Journey.

We Adapt To You!

BOONE COUNTY

SENIOR LIVING

Time to Live Well

A MONTHLY FOUR PAGE SECTION FOR SENIORS

12 Popular Flower Meanings Flowers are always a great gift for Mom on Mother’s Day! If you’re planning on purchasing a bouquet of flowers to give on Mother’s Day, May 8th, why not make it unique? Here are special meanings behind 12 of the most popular flowers Gerbera Daisy - Meaning: Beauty & innocence Tulip - Meaning: Perfect love & charity Lily - Meaning: Motherhood, virtue & prosperity Rose - Meaning: Love & appreciation Orchid - Meaning: Rare beauty & love Iris - Meaning: Faith, hope & wisdom Alstroemeria - Meaning: Friendship & devotion Chrysanthemum - Meaning: Longevity & Joy Snapdragon- Meaning: Strength & graciousness Carnation - Meaning: Love, admiration & gratitude Daffodil - Meaning: Rebirth & new beginnings Gladiolus - Meaning: Strength of character & moral integrity Keep these flower meanings in mind as you set out to choose the perfect bouquet for Mother’s Day!

How To Corral Spring Allergies Spring is synonymous with rebirth. Each spring, flowers begin to bloom again, grass starts to grow & people from all walks of life rekindle their love affair with the great outdoors. Spring also marks the return of a familiar foe: Allergies. Seasonal allergies can put a damper on even the most welcoming spring day. After all, a day soaking up the sun isn’t so relaxing when it’s also spent sneezing & confronting allergy symptoms like congestion, runny nose & watery eyes. Thankfully, it’s possible for seasonal allergy sufferers to have their spring & enjoy it, too.

• Pay attention to seasonal allergy trackers. Seasonal allergies are now easier to track than ever. For example, Pollen.com is an easily accessible & free site that allows visitors to type in their ZIP codes & access daily allergy reports for their towns & cities. Visitors also can see five-day forecasts that can help them plan trips & other outdoor excursions. Weather.com also offers free allergy reports & forecasts. Individuals with seasonal allergies can make use of these sites & plan their activities based on the information they provide.

• Stay indoors when allergen levels are especially high. The Mayo Clinic notes that there are several things individuals can do to reduce their exposure to seasonal allergy triggers. That includes staying indoors on dry, windy days. It’s important that seasonal allergy sufferers recognize that some days might be too much to handle.

Rain helps clear pollen from the air, so individuals who are avoiding the outdoors on days when pollen counts are high should be able to get outside after a good rain without triggering an attack.

• Maintain clean air indoors. The great outdoors is not the only place where allergens percolate. The Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America notes that improving air quality in a home can reduce allergy triggers. Air conditioners can prevent outdoor allergens from entering a home, so utilize units on warm spring days when you might otherwise open the windows. Open windows provide easy entry points for allergens like pollen, so turning on the AC when outdoor allergen counts are high can make seasonal allergies more manageable.

• Consider treatments. Over-the-counter treatments like antihistamines, nasal sprays & decongestants provide most individuals with sufficient relief from their seasonal allergies. If OTC remedies are ineffective, treatments such as allergen immunotherapy & a consultation with an allergen may be necessary.

Seasonal allergies can spoil an otherwise welcoming spring day. But there are many ways for individuals to corral their seasonal allergies and still enjoy spring sun.

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The Wall That Heals Is Coming May 12-15 The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile education center is coming to Boone County on May 12th-15th. The exhibit will be on display at the Boone County Fairgrounds, 8847 IL Rte. 76, in the center field of the track at Gate 6 off McKinley Avenue & Rt. 20. The exhibit will be open 24 hours a day & free to the public.

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Flora Grange #1762 is leading the effort that will bring the exhibit to the Boone County/Belvidere area. The Wall That Heals honors the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in the Vietnam War and bears the names of the 58,276 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam. Group tours can be scheduled Thursday - Saturday, contact Emalee Colver at granger.em.1867@gmail.com to schedule your group. For more information about The Wall That Heals visit www.vvmf.org/The-Wall-That-Heals.

MEMORIAL DAY Monday, May 30th The Boone County VFW will host a Memorial Day Celebration on Monday, May 30th to pay tribute to those who died in service for our country. The ceremony will be held at 10 AM at the VFW Post 1461 Memorial Garden, 1310 W. Lincoln Avenue, Belvidere. The service will be moved inside in case of inclement weather.

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This Month’s Healthy Recipe Homemade Zesty Tortilla Chips Ingredients Six 6-inch corn tortillas Nonstick cooking spray

1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

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Nutrition Facts Per Serving (4 Servings) One Serving Is 9 Chips Calories 110 Total Fat 1.50 g Sodium 400 mg Carbohydrates 22.00 g Fiber 0.00 g Protein 2.00 g

Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Wash hands with soap & water.

2. Cut each tortilla into six sections with a large knife or pizza-cutting utensil.

3. Spray nonstick cooking spray onto baking pan or cookie sheet. Spread out tortillas & spray tops w/more non-stick cooking spray.

4. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder & 1/8 teaspoon chili powder onto tortilla pieces.

5. Bake for 6-7 minutes. Flip chips over. Spray with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining salt & spices.

6. Bake for an additional 6-7 minutes, until chips are light brown in color. Let chips cool before enjoying

The Peculiar Story Of Cinco De Mayo & The U.S. Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday celebrated by millions of people each year. Oddly enough, the majority of those people live in the United States instead of Mexico. Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Battle of Puebla, during which the Mexican Army overcame significant obstacles to defeat the French Army under the direction of General Ignacio Zaragoza. On May 5, 1862, an attacking French Army battled against Mexican forces that were roughly half the size of their opponents. Despite that decided disadvantage, the Mexican Army won the battle.

Mexican forces would ultimately be defeated by the French a year later, but that same year witnessed the first celebrations of Cinco de Mayo in California, where Mexican miners celebrated the heroic efforts of their countrymen a year prior. Curiously, those 1863 celebrations would prove to be a harbinger of things to come, as Cinco de Mayo eventually became a more prominent holiday in the United States than it did in Mexico.

The only major celebrations of Cinco de Mayo in Mexico, where the day is a holiday but not considered a significant one (banks & government offices remain open), take place in Puebla, though the neighboring state of Veracruz also treats the day with a greater degree of significance than elsewhere in Mexico. Historical reenactments of the battle & parades are part of celebrations in Puebla.

Celebrations in the U.S. are considerable, as many people, including those with no ancestral ties to Mexico, look forward to May 5 as an opportunity to celebrate Mexican culture & food as well as the many traditions that make Mexico such a unique & special place. Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the U.S. bear some resemblance to the country’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, though many American celebrants have no connection to Ireland or the Catholic Church. Rather, the day has become an opportunity for people from various backgrounds to celebrate Irish culture, much like Cinco de Mayo marks a chance to celebrate Mexican culture.

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Homeowners enjoy gardening for many different reasons. In addition to adding beauty to a property, gardens can offset grocery costs by yielding tasty produce. They also offer important habitats & food sources for both insects & animals. While growing a vegetable or flower garden can turn into a rewarding hobby, or even a passion, gardening also can be overwhelming - particularly when the results are less than stellar. Gardeners have scores of resources at their disposal, including advice of gardeners who have made mistakes & learned from them.

1. Start small. It is smart to start small & build on what you find successful, which includes plants that thrive in your lawn & garden. This is beneficial if you are unsure of vegetable yields. Several blooming plants producing bushels of crops can be overwhelming, especially if you can’t get to harvesting them in a timely fashion.

2. Assess the soil. Plants need nutrient-rich soil to encourage extensive root systems & produce strong, hardy plants, according to the gardening resource GrowVeg. Nourish soil with organic matter, such as manure, compost, shredded leaves, & natural mulch. Add this organic matter in the off-season to give it enough time to be incorporated. You can have your soil tested for pH & other characteristics at a local garden center.

3. Arm yourself with knowledge. Do you know how deeply to plant seeds & how far apart to space plants? Are you aware of the sunlight needs of certain flowers or plants? If not, read the packaging & do your research so your plants have the best chance of not only sprouting, but also surviving. Many people prefer to start seedlings indoors in late winter & then transfer those plants outdoors when they are stronger & more established.

4. Sit in your yard & observe. Take note of which areas get the most sun & shade. This will help you plan what to plant & where to plant it. Vegetable gardens tend to need ample sunlight to bear pick-worthy produce. You can give plants a leg up by growing them in optimal conditions.

5. Choose hardy varieties. Certain plants have been bred to thrive in your climate, including heat-tolerant plants for climates with sweltering summer sun. Consult with a local gardening center to figure out which plant zone you are in & which plants will do best within that zone.

6. Use rainwater. Rainwater contains fewer contaminants & additives than tap water, which can benefit garden plants. Collect rainwater in rain barrels & use irrigation systems to deliver it to the garden.

Home gardens can yield many gifts, from flowers to fruit. Beginners can utilize some time-tested strategies to increase their chances of planting a successful garden.

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The Ida Public Library presents Gardening with U Of I. Join the University of Illinois Extension office for a great in person gardening presentation Saturday, May 21st at 1 PM at the Ida Public Library, 320 N. State Street, Belvidere. Learn about different types of tea gardens, tea garden design & various plants used to make tea.

This presentation will be offered by Boone County Master Gardener, Jennifer Crider. This event requires registration and requires a valid library card. Visit idapubliclibrary.org/registration or call 815-544-3838.

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Warm weather & extra hours of sunlight spark flowering trees & plants to bloom anew. This is the time of year when the air is sweet with the aroma of blossoms & the familiar hum of insects can be heard all around. Not all “bugs” are the same this time of year. While you probably won’t want ants invading your backyard grill fest, the presence of bees nearby can be a good thing - because almost 90% of wild plants & 75% of the leading global crops depend on animal pollination, indicates the World Wildlife Federation.

Bees are remarkable creatures in small packages. The following are some bee facts to buzz about: • There are roughly 20,000 species of bees around the world. Most of them are solitary bees.

• Honeybees have a move called the “waggle dance.” It is a clever way of communicating to tell them where to go to find the best sources of food.

• Bees can carry up to 122 times their body weight in pollen & nectar.

• Bumblebees leave footprint scents behind. They are able to distinguish between their own scents, the scent of a relative & the scent of a stranger as they look for food. They also can avoid flowers already visited.

• Should a queen bee perish, the hive workers will select a new young larva & feed it a special food called “royal jelly.” The larva will develop into a fertile queen.

• Bees flap their wings 190 - 200 times per second. They can fly up to 15 miles per hour.

• Female bees can sting; males do not. Losing the stinger will cause the bee to die. The honeybee only can sting once because its stinger is barbed. Bumblebees & hornets can sting multiple times.

• It can require nectar from two million flowers to make one pound of honey.

• Many bees are not aggressive. Simply moving away from them can prevent a person from being stung.

• Wasps are different from bees in that they are mostly known to be predators. They eat other insects & often food that people eat, which is why wasps are more likely to be found around your cookout. Bees tend to be covered in hair, while wasps (which include yellow jackets) are smooth.

Bees are remarkable creatures & should be celebrated as the weather warms up.

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We are so pleased that so many of you have been willing to chip in to support a good cause! I am looking forward to our golf play day fundraiser, the Jack Wolf Memorial Golf Outing, on May 23, 2022, presented by Kunes of Belvidere and hosted by Timber Pointe Golf Club. To honor Jack Wolf and his wife, Peggy’s support for the agency and the community, we are dedicating the golf outing to his memory.

• May 23, 2022 - 1:30 PM tee time • Timber Pointe Golf Club • Shotgun Start • Games & Challenges • Drinks on the course and buffet dinner to follow Because of the limitations caused by the Pandemic, we have been unable to hold fundraising events to levels that we have in the past. The golf outing will serve as our major fundraiser this year. We are seeking financial donations from our community partners & friends to make the event a success & further support our programs.

Your donation keeps our services free or low-cost for Boone County’s residents & allows us to expand further to reach more older people with increasingly effective services. We want to recognize our generous sponsors: Don Banks Medicare 411 - Yvonne Peterson Blackhawk Bank Tony McIntire Chuck & Penny Billman Northern Directional Drilling Blain’s Farm & Fleet Midland States Bank Jim Cox Mr. Goodwater Kay Davis Omaha Bank Edward Jones R & D Thiel Edwards Apple Orchard RJ Daniels Fuel & Tire Franklin Display Group Tobin Ramon Barber, Attorneys at Law Gallano Farms UW Health Gallano Trucking, Inc. Ron Wait Heritage Woods of Belvidere & Rockford John Wolf Kunes of Belvidere I hope to see you at the event! Limited sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact us at (815) 5449893. Have a good round! - Kelly

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Join your local healthcare & service organizations for a FREE interactive community fair at the Belvidere Community Building, 111 West 1st St., Belvidere. This will be an outdoor fair, weather permitting. If needed the fair will move indoors.

The event is sponsored by: Symphony Maple Crest, Symphony Northwoods, Heritage Woods of Belvidere and ProMedica Hospice.

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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention says that the sun’s UVB rays stimulate melanocytes, & more than 90% of melanomas are thought to be caused by ultraviolet exposure. Melanoma can exhibit different symptoms depending on the part of the body it is affecting, & may not affect everyone in the same way. The following are some of the signs and symptoms of melanoma.

• A new spot on the skin that changes in shape, size or color.

• A spot or mole that looks different from the other moles or spots on the skin (known as the ugly duckling sign).

• A sore that doesn’t heal.

• Spreading of pigment from the border of a spot into the surrounding skin.

• Changes in sensation in the skin, such as itchiness, tenderness or pain.

• Changes in the surface of a mole, whether bleeding, oozing or scaliness.

• A dark line beneath the nail bed.

• The presence of hard or swollen lymph nodes.

• A hard lump on the skin.

• Unexplained pain, weight loss or fatigue.

• Ocular melanoma, or melanoma that occurs in the eye, may be difficult to see without a professional eye exam.

Enlarged blood vessels in the eye could indicate the presence of a tumor.

Any symptoms, however benign they may seem, should be brought to the attention of a doctor who can determine if melanoma is present. The Melanoma Research Alliance says there is now a 98% five-year survival rate for stage 0, I & II localized melanoma.

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Clean Background Check. High School Diploma or G.E.D. Valid driver’s license and insured vehicle. Bi-lingual Spanish/English Helpful. Boone County Council on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a United Way Agency. To apply send resume to aswanson@keenage.org or call (779) 552-7256.

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Friday, May 6th, 7-10 PM

After 27 years of serving the Belvidere community Chief Al Hyser is retiring from the Belvidere Fire Department.

Join Us At The Boone County Historical Museum 314 S. State Street Belvidere

Dale Rhode & The Crossroads Band Country & Bluegrass

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Jeanneraye Johnson Jeanneraye Johnson, 79, of Belvidere, IL passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at her home. She was born on July 23, 1942, in Belvidere, IL to the late Edward and Guinevere (Wright) Anderson.

She married Ronald Johnson on January 5, 1963, in Belvidere, IL. Jeanneraye was an excellent cook. She enjoyed watching True Crime, mystery shows, doing crosswords, yard work, sewing, crocheting, & watching football. In her younger years, she enjoyed playing softball, bowling, & was a Girl Scout leader. Jeanneraye & Ronald enjoyed traveling & taking motorcycle trips. She also dearly loved her two dogs, Gus & Paddi, and her cat Maisy.

Jeanneraye is loved & will be deeply missed by her sons, Chuck (Shannon Panzke) Johnson, Craig Johnson; daughter, Carmen Johnson; grandchildren, Corey (Leah) Johnson, Alex Turner, Ryan Panzke, Mitchell Panzke, Sam Panzke; great granddaughter, Ryan Raye Johnson; brothers, Rodney (Jody) Anderson, Gordy Anderson; sister, Connie (Dave) Stapleton; numerous nieces & nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward & Guinevere; beloved husband, Ronald; daughter, Rhonda Johnson; brothers, Roger Anderson, Jim Anderson. Services will be held at later date. Memorials can be made to the family.

Belvidere Funeral Home & Cremation Service is assisting the family.

Gary Wayne Wickre Gary Wayne Wickre was born March 22,1944 in Mt. Clemons, Michigan to Julian and Eleanor (Christopherson) Wickre. The second child of six, he cherished family and took the role of big brother seriously.

When he was very young, they moved to South Dakota near relatives, and he spent fun times on the farm working and playing baseball. He attended high school in Mankato, Minnesota mostly, but graduated from Dubuque Sr. in Iowa after moving with his family. He then joined the Army and was assigned to the 101st Airborne Division and served his country with great commitment. After his service he settled in Belvidere, Illinois and worked at the Chrysler Assembly Plant.

He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, and on November 2,1988 he married Becky Bleakley. He loved to travel together as they served others through the American Legion. He was a life member of American Legion Post 205 of Capron, Illinois. He served many roles throughout his service including 12th District Commander, 2nd Division Commander, and many other roles involving helping the community. He lived as a leader in all things he did, including a passion of sending young men to experience the tradition of Boys’ State. He was a member of Anavicus and the Egyptian Past Commander’s Club. He valued fellowship and service and was a craftsman at heart, designing and building his own home, among other projects, especially cabinetry. He loved gardening and was a life member of the Boone County Garden Club. He was always at-the -ready to lend a hand to anyone and everyone in need. He was a Mr. Fix-it, as well as a talented singer and guitar player. He often shared his gift with family members at special times. His legacy of wise wit, gentle humor, compassionate heart, and hard work ethic will continue through his children and grandchildren. Gary moved to HQ, God’s Army on April 26, 2022 holding Becky’s hand, and is now in his Heavenly Quarters.

Those left to cherish him are his wife, Becky, of almost 34 years, who cared for him with amazing patience. His 4 children, 12 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren: Daughter, Annette (Ken) Brown of Des Moines, Iowa, and their children - Katie & Bryon Coen and their four childrenNeveah, Walker, Harry, and Alucard; Jacob Brown and Tiffany Brown; son, Thomas (Patti) Wickre MSgt, USAF, Retired of Alamogordo, New Mexico and their children - Tim Wickre MMN3, USN, Tami and Dewey Huffmon, Abby Wickre, and Brooke Wickre; daughter, Christi Wickre of West DesMoines, Iowa and her children, Ellie and Jaiden Cole; and daughter, Bethany-Buffy (Joe) Tangen of Pella, Iowa and their children -Thomas, Tabetha, and Theodore; and his siblings and their families: Shirley, Jayne, Daryl, Jackie, and Jeff, all of whom he loved dearly.

Memorials in Gary’s honor can be gifted to Immanuel Lutheran Church or to the family. Visitation will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church on May 3rd at 9:00 a.m, with the memorial service to follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will ensue at a later date at Rock Island National Cemetery.

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Community Invited

MOTHERS DAY BUFFET Served from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm

HEALTH

&Services

Adults $44.99 Children 6-12 $16.99 Children 5 & Under FREE

FAIR

Chef's Carving Station with Roast Beef, Turkeyoand Honey Glazed Ham Famous Soup and Salad Well Ice cold mountain of peel-n-eat shrimp Assorted pastry and bread station with cheese display Fried Chicken, Beef Tenderloin Tips with Egg Noodles Stuffed Chicken Risotto, Broiled Cod, Glazed Carrots Green Beans, Corn, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy Swedish Pancakes, Hash Brown Casserole Crisp Bacon, Jumbo Sausage Links Eggs Benedict, Scrambled Eggs A Large Assortment of Desserts, Cheesecakes and Pies and many more options including childrens options includes coffee, tea and milk alcoholic and all other beverages are extra

WEDNESDAY, MAY 11 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Join your local healthcare and service organizations for a FREE interactive community fair.

EVENT SPONSORS

Belvidere Community Building Parking Lot 111 West 1st St., Belvidere

Reservations Please Call 815-397-5800

This will be an outdoor fair, weather permitting. If needed we will move indoors.

SAVE THE DATE

MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND! May 7th, 10 am - 5 pm May 8th, 10 am - 4 pm

Blaine United Methodist Church

We have the menu to make your event special!

Italian Dinner SUNDAY, MAY 15TH

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 7200 Blaine Rd., Poplar Grove Corner of Beaverton & Blaine

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CATER

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28th Season Special

Veterans Assistance Commission Of Boone County

cordially invites you to our

VAC OPEN HOUSE Friday, May 13, 11 AM - 2 PM

Please join us for lunch, veteran camaraderie & to learn more about our services.

Open to Boone County Veterans and their dependents only.

(DD214 & proof of residency required)

130 S. State Street, Suite 212

Every Monday

4:30-7 PM OR UNTIL SOLD OUT Music: oke Baked Cod, Traditional or Beer Battered DJ/Kara Cod; Fried Walleye; & Catfish; Shrimp; New Seafood Platter; Fried or Baked Boneless Chicken Includes: Choice of Baked Potato, French Fries or Vegetable; Coleslaw; Bread & Coffee

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May 19th, 4-7 PM

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FRESHLY GRILLED FRIDAY

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$

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Choice of Ribeye, Strip, or T-Bone w/ Baked Potato, Salad & Dessert

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PRIME SATURDAY $

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Prime Rib, Loaded Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable & Dessert

Group Tours Available Thurs.-Saturday, Contact Emalee at 815-222-9943

HAPPY HOUR $3 SUMMER SHANDY MON-FRI 3-6 PM

413 Southtowne Dr., Belvidere • Open Daily • 815-847-0013

The Wall That Heals Schedule Tuesday, May 10

Friday, May 13

2:30 pm

12:01 am The Wall continues to be open 24 hours a day for viewing 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Group/School Visits by appointment only Call 815-222-9943

2:45 pm

(approximately) The Wall That Heals and Escort arrive downtown Belvidere via Logan Ave., S. State St., Fairgrounds Rd., McKinley Ave. (Gate 6) Come & greet them along the route!

Arrival at Boone County Fairgrounds The Wall being constructed Volunteer training at The Wall

Thursday, May 12 12:01 am The Wall Opens 24 hours a day for viewing 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Group/School Visits by appointment only Call 815-222-9943 6:30 pm Welcome Ceremony - All Are Welcome The Wall will be closed during ceremony The Ceremony will include: The Presentation of Colors National Anthem Laying of the Wreath Recognition of Gold Star Families Speaker: Rev. Dr. Allan Buss 21 Gun Salute, Playing of Taps

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Saturday, May 14th, 5-7 PM DINE IN or TAKE OUT Serving BBQ Pork Chops, Wilburs Baked Beans, Macaroni Salad & Dessert

Belvidere Methodist Church, 610 Bonus Ave.

Tickets $10 PORK CHOP DINNER

Available At The Church & Online https://givebutter.com/chopsdinner

12:01 am The Wall continues to be open 24 hours a day for viewing 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Group/School Visits by appointment only Call 815-222-9943 2:00 pm Honors Ceremony The Ceremony will include: The Awarding of “Quilts of Valor” to Veterans, & Music

8:00 pm

Playing of Taps

Sunday, May 15 12:01 am to 2:00 pm The Wall is open for viewing 1:45 pm Closing Ceremony The Ceremony will include: The Retirement of Colors Playing of Taps

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Saturday, May 14

Wednesday, May 11 8:30 am 6:00 pm

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Annual Plant Sale May 6th-8th & May 13th-15th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Hall Rentals available for Wedding Receptions, Birthday Parties, Anniversaries, Baptisms, Holiday Parties, Business Meetings, Baby Showers & Celebrations Of Life

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Boone County Democratic Party You Are Invited To Attend Our

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CARD SALES END AT 12:20 PM BINGO STARTS APPROX. 12:30 PM

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BREAKFAST

Face Mask Recommended

SUNDAY, MAY 8TH, 8-11 AM

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Change That Matters Paid for by Boone County Democratic Central Committee.

WE OFFER TO GO MEALS

$6.00/pp Includes sides & dessert.

MOTHER’S DAY EVERY WEDNESDAY

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Tuesday, May 10th, 7 PM

Must be 18 to play.

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PADDLE PARTY Saturday, May 7th at 1 PM Purchase Paddles & Bid On Items From Specialty Sellers. Last One Until Sept.

5:00 - 7:00 PM

BURGERS BRATS & HOT DOGS IN THE PAVILION

Thank you for supporting your local Veterans!

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