JULY 29, 2010 -- Interest in home canning-cooking food and preserving it in glass jars as your great-grandmother may have done-is on the rise, as consumers strive to find new ways to enjoy seasonal produce all year.

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JULY 24, 2010 -- A good crowd was in attendance for good food and fun at the Connecticut State Grange's third annual Let's Celebrate Day. The family-oriented event was held July 24 at Cheshire Grange Hall.

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JULY 19, 2010 -- The third annual Let's Celebrate Day will be held July 24 beginning at 11:00 AM at Cheshire Grange Hall, 44 Wallingford Rd. (one block east of the Town Hall), Cheshire. The event will include contest displays including, needlework, baking and crafts, photo and publicity, in both the adult and junior categories.

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JULY / AUGUST 2010 -- Here we are in midsummer and before we know it our Grange year will be over. Have you looked over your CWA Report Form to see if you've met all the requirements for your Certificate of Excellence? Reports are due by September 1st.

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JULY 1, 2010 -- The third annual Let's Celebrate Day will be held July 24 beginning at 11:00 AM at Cheshire Grange Hall, 44 Wallingford Rd. (one block east of the Town Hall), Cheshire. The event will include contest displays including, needlework, baking and crafts, photo and publicity, in both the adult and junior categories.

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JUNE 19, 2010 -- For many years the National Grange conducted an active Deaf Awareness Program which led to many valuable projects that enabled our members to learn more about deaf people and their challenges. In many cases, great relationships were also built with the deaf community.

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JUNE 2010 -- Don't get caught "Cat Napping" on your Catnip Capers! Our CWA year is "Catapulting" along! Summer brings our busy outdoor living season and vacations and some of our Granges meet less often. With this in mind, I'd like to offer some reminders.

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MAY 27, 2010 -- Love can be expressed in many ways, but for some, it is through a unique and generous way of showing their affection for nursing home residents, hospital patients, and newborn babies. Ekonk Community Grange member Barbara Cameron was a spirited woman whose beautiful handiwork produced more than 5,000 lap robes and baby hats, all of which she donated.

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MAY 2010 -- I hope everybody has finished, or come close to finishing their entries. Remember each entry has to have a slip on the item telling us who it belongs to, which Grange it represents, and whether it is a Junior or an adult entry. The different contests you can enter is Needlework, Dress-a-Doll, Crafts, Scrapbooking, and Baking.

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APRIL 30, 2010 -- The Kelley Farm, located in Elk River, Minnesota, will be hosting a series of workshops and events this May.

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APRIL 11, 2010 -- If you like grilled cheese sandwiches, check out this Web site from the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board. The Grilled Cheese Academy is an institution dedicated to deliciousness, which proudly honors Wisconsin Cheese, says the WMMB.

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APRIL 2010 -- Can you believe that Easter has come and gone, and we have had Daylight Saving Time for almost a month? Just because there are more daylight hours and the weather is getting warmer, don't put away that needlework you are working on.

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MARCH 2010 -- I'm sure that many of you have heard about the cookbooks that are going to be sold in the Grange Building at the Big E. This year's book will be "Soups, Salads, and Appetizers" but more recipes are needed so that the book can be published for sale at this year's fair.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2010 -- The Women's Activities Committee is seeking recipes to be submitted for publication in the new Grange cookbook to be sold at the New England Grange Building during the Big E this September/October 2010.

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FEBRUARY 2010 -- We are off and running for the new year of CWA work! Materials and instructions were given out at each of the four regional meetings in the late fall. There are a few changes in our programs, burt we keep the basic things pretty much the same.

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FEBRUARY 2010 -- For the 2009-2010 Grange Year, the Committee on Women's Activities suggests Granges strive to make the following monetary donations:

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FEBRUARY 2010 -- Our project for the year is to work with Covenant to Care, a statewide organization supported by many churches and civic groups as well as individuals. This year we will be having a baby shower of gifts for infants and toddlers.

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FEBRUARY 2010 -- Your help and generosity in supporting Foster Children has been very much appreciated. This year we hope you will select any one of the things (or a combination of them) we have done in recent years and send them to State Session (2010) as your donation.

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FEBRUARY 2010 -- We are very pleased with the response to the requests for handmade items to be sold in the New England Grange Building at the Big E, held in September in West Springfield, MA. Now we ask you to “do it again” for the 2010 Expo.

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FEBRUARY 2010 -- Nifty Needles is a special project or class we offer to Junior Granges. This is a part of the needlework contest. The contestants may make an item using ANY KIND OF NEEDLE, knitting, crochet hook, sewing needle, etc.

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JANUARY 2010 -- I don't know what animal represents the Chinese New Year, but it is "The Year of the Cat" again for the CWA! It is time for our "Catnip Capers!" and another delicious Baking Contest recipe- Calico Muffins.

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DECEMBER 16, 2009 -- The 2010 Northeast Leaders' Conference will be held at the Ramada Hotel and Conference Center at 1380 Putney Road in Brattleboro, Vermont on January 8, 9 and 10, 2010. Hotel reservations must be made with the hotel at (802) 254-8701 no later than JANUARY 1, 2010; be sure to mention Vermont State Grange when reserving.

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DECEMBER 2009 -- Finally winter is here! It is the best time of the year to start working on items for the Needlework, Craft, Scrapbooking, and Make-a-Doll Contest. Last year entries were so impressing and creative; keep up the good work.

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DECEMBER 2009 -- Several years ago the CWA conducted a nationwide sewing contest. Several? Well, a good many years ago, we did have a winner when Ruth Hickcox of Norfield Grange entered in Class C competition.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2009 -- Preparing Thanksgiving dinner can be a wonderful experience, yet daunting for those planning it. The goal is to have a safe and delicious turkey dinner, and if planned one day at a time, it can be a fun and memorable experience.

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NOVEMBER 2009 -- Another Big E is over, and as usual, all the Granges came through with flying colors. All six states say, "Thank You!" Now it's time to start creating all over again- a good way to keep from being bored. Our regional meetings are underway.

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OCTOBER 2009 -- Connecticut State Grange Master/President Robert Sendewicz opened the second day of the 125th Annual Session of the Connecticut State Grange, at the Comfort Inn in Meriden, in form in the Fourth Degree.

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OCTOBER 2009 -- Scholarships and Agriculture Award Winners were formally announced, as well as guest speakers from Connecticut Agencies were the highlight during the Connecticut State Grange Pre-Session Banquet, held on October 14, 2009 at the Comfort Inn and Suites in Meriden.

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OCTOBER 2009 -- With the coming October issue of the Granger comes the start of fall. Now that the summer is done and most of the fairs have ended are we ready for Grange work? I hope everyone enjoyed their vacations and are well rested.

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OCTOBER 2009 -- Here we are in October. Our grange year is ending and a new year will soon begin. Our CWA contests have been judged at Celebration Day and the first place needlework winners have competed in the New England finals at the Big E. Thank you for all the beautiful entries and congratulations to all.

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OCTOBER 2009 -- Congratulations to all of the winners at the New England Grange Needlework Contest held at the Eastern States Exposition (The Big E) in West Springfield, MA in September.

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SEPTEMBER 2009 -- I hope everyone enjoyed the summer as much as Sister Marge and I did. We had a great time in Florida. It’s wonderful to meet once a year with my family. Upon our return we had a quick breather before we were off to the Northeast Lecturer’s Conference. This is a good time to meet friends from the other six states in our region.

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SEPTEMBER 2009 -- "Let's Celebrate" is behind us! We thank everyone who entered our contests or helped with the judging, the luncheon, entertainment, raffle and the reception, which followed the show. We were pleased to have an increase in the number of entries in both the needlework and the crafts.

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SEPTEMBER 2009 -- Over the years, the Pomona Granges have been active by bringing the members of Subordinate Granges together to exchange ideas, problems and acting as the legislative branch of the Order. Members have worked together in their efforts to “better manhood and womanhood.”

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JULY/AUGUST 2009 -- Our CWA year is PURRING right along and now it’s time to HOWL “Let’s Celebrate!” The State Judging for all the CWA Contests will be held on July 25, 2009 at Good Will Grange Hall in Glastonbury. (43 Naubuc Ave., Glastonbury, CT 06033).

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JUNE 2009 -- It seem the year has gone so fast and before we know it is “Let’s Celebrate” day. I hope everyone is finishing up on your projects on time to enter the CWA contest.

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MAY 2009 -- It doesn’t seem possible that it is May already. Judgment day is getting closer and closer. You still have time to work on entries for the needlework contests. These are open to all. You may submit one entry in one or all classes.

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APRIL 2009 -- Spring at last and time for fresh new projects and I have just the thing for you to do.  Take a look through your favorite recipes and pick out your best appetizers, soups and salads.  This year the New England Granges are going to publish a cookbook to be sold at the Grange Building at the Big E.

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MARCH 2009 -- The New England Grange Building has openings for volunteers during the 2009 Big E. As many of you know, we operate a country store and craft sale during the Fair as well as hosting and welcoming many visitors and Grangers from throughout New England and beyond during the 17 day run of the Big E.

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MARCH 2009 -- Leader’s Conference (held in Massachusetts in January) was another chance to meet with our counterparts of the northeastern area. The exchange of ideas, plans and suggestions is always interesting and helpful.

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MARCH 2009 -- During the past few weeks hooked rugs made by Lida Ives have been on display at the Babbidge Library at the University of Connecticut at Storrs. The exhibit will end March 6th.

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FEBRUARY 2009 -- As you know, the CWA has chosen Kitty-cats as our theme this year and our slogan is “You are the Cat’s Meow!” The cat has occupied different roles in our society- from gods in ancient Egypt to demons in Medieval Europe, from everyday mousers to pampered pets!

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JANUARY 2009 -- If any of you had gone to the regionals meetings I hope I spark some creative juices for the craft contest. I just want to remind everybody that you can enter as often as you want in the craft contest.

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DECEMBER 2008 -- We hope many of you had the opportunity to attend one of our Regional Meetings. Now that winter is on the way and long nights are here it makes you want to start working on projects for the coming year’s contests.

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NOVEMBER 2008 -- Another record year for our Country Store in the New England Grange Building at The Big E and now we have to ask, can we do it again next year?  Will we have enough items to sell? 

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OCTOBER 2008 -- The following are the winners of the New England Needlework Contest Judging held in the New England Grange Building at the Eastern States Exposition (The Big E) in September.

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OCTOBER 2008 -- Our day of “celebration” is behind us and awards (checks and ribbons) have been given for the needlework, crafts, and baking contests. We thank you for the wonderful entries and extend congratulations.

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SEPTEMBER 2008 -- Thanks to all who attended our 2nd Annual Let’s Celebrate at Good Will Grange Hall. I hope everyone had an enjoyable time.

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SEPTEMBER 2008 -- Our second annual “Let’s Celebrate Day!” was held on July 26th at Good Will Grange Hall. The judging of all of the CWA contests, the photo contest and the Publicity Poster Contest were held and the entries placed on display.

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SEPTEMBER 2008 -- Sister Marge and I just returned from the Northeast Region Lecturers Conference and what a great time we had. You may have noticed that the name of the conference has changed. Most of you remember it as the New England Lecturers Conference. Well we have a new member to our region and it is the New York State Grange.

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JULY / AUGUST 2008 -- It is getting closer to the time of our “ Let’s Celebrate “. Everybody should have their entries ready for that day; just make sure your name is on your entries so we know who won.

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JULY/AUGUST 2008 -- There are just a few Subordinate Granges left to evaluate and the reports are pretty good. From what I have read the Granges have taken in more than sixty new members this past year. This is very encouraging and I hope it will continue into the fall.

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JUNE 2008 -- This is one of the last chances we have to remind you that the State Judging for the Needlework, Craft and Baking Contests will soon be here. All State Judging will take place at “Let’s Celebrate Day” on July 26.

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MAY 2008 -- Is it May already? Are those needlework and craft entries finished yet? Better get busy. “Lets Celebrate Day” will be here before we know it. We had some very nice entries last year and I hope we have even more this year.

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APRIL 2008 -- I often speak of how much we ask of you in support of our contests and projects and how great you all are at coming through with your support. Now we are calling for your involvement in the things we are doing in preparation for hosting the National Grange Convention this November. Can you handle another challenge? Bet you can!!!

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MARCH 2008 -- “The Melody Lingers On” with the CWA but we have a brand new Baking Contest for 2008 - Applesauce Medley Quick Bread! I think you’ll find the aroma and flavor of this delicious bread will linger on, too!

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FEBRUARY 2008 -- Are you planning to enter the 2008 Craft Contest. Music will be the theme for the new year. As usual we will have two categories: Needlework (knitting, crocheting, embroidery, quilting, weaving, tatting, etc.) and any other Media (wood working, plastics, ceramics, glass, leather, etc.).

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JANUARY 2008 -- A very healthy, happy and productive New Year for all! Now that the holidays are over, it’s a great time to work on entries for the Needlework Contests.

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JANUARY 2008 -- Many children in Foster Care never have an opportunity to save mementos of their lives. We hope that by providing these Memory Books, they will have a place to put pictures, special awards and other “important things” for safe keeping.

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JANUARY 2008 -- First, I want to thank every Grange that donated money or items to the Foster Care program last year and every Granger that suggested doing so at a meeting. As you know the monetary donations will continue through the next year.

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DECEMBER 2007 -- We hope you all enjoyed the Regionals this year and that you’ll be working on some of the projects during the winter. We had some very nice needlework and craft entries last year for “Let’s Celebrate” day and are looking forward to an even bigger and better display next July.

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NOVEMBER 2007 -- The Big E is over and we are happy to report a very successful year for the Country Store of the New England Grange Building. Much of the credit must go to the good folks across the six states who answered the call of the W.A. Directors who spearheaded the drive for handmade things to be sold.

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OCTOBER 2007 -- The winner of the quilt raffle at the Grange building at the Big E was

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OCTOBER 2007 -- The following are the winners of the Lillian Merrill Baking Contest:

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OCTOBER 2007 -- We had a great “Let’s Celebrate Day!” on August 25, 2007 in Glastonbury. In spite of a very hot day, all the state Lecturer’s and CWA contests were judged in the cool of the Good Will Grange Hall.

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SEPTEMBER 2007 -- The following are the winners from Connecticut at the Big E.

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AUGUST 21, 2007 -- On Aug. 25, Grange members from around the state of Connecticut will be gathering at the Goodwill Grange ;Hall, 43 Naubuc Ave., Glastonbury, for judging of their CWA Needlework, Crafts, and bake contests. There will be a photo contest. Judging is at 11 a.m. Following the judging the public is invited to view the entries.

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FEBRUARY 2007 -- Now the holidays are over; we can start thinking about the different contests for the day of celebration on August the 25th.

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APRIL 2007 -- The calendar says it is Spring. It is a time of renewed growth. It is time to throw away those winter blues and get a fresh start on a new year. It is a time of renewed energy and vigor. Let’s put this new energy to use to help our Granges grow.

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APRIL 2007 -- Our year of Musical Chairs is marching right along! Have you been “Drumming Up” interest in our State Baking Contest - Musical Bars? This year, you can choose your Favorite Bar Recipe!

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MAY 2007 -- We know folks spent part of the winter in their rocking chairs, humming or singing along as they kept their needles flying. How much did you accomplish in those cold evenings?

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JUNE 2007 -- Usually at this time of year we’re hustling to get all our needlework ready for the Fair for the State Judging but this year we have an extra month to finish up our projects. On August 25th at the “Lets Celebrate Day” all of our CWA contests will be judged at Good Will Grange Hall.

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JULY/AUGUST 2007 -- This is the last chance we have to remind you that the judging for the needlework and craft contests is almost here. All state judging will take place in Good Will Grange Hall, 43 Naubuc Ave., Glastonbury, CT on “Let’s Celebrate Day” - August 25, 2007.

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JANUARY 2007 -- The weather is just fine for working on entries for the New England Needlework Contests. Again this year our first place winning entries at the State Level will advance to the New England finals at the Big E in September.

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JANUARY 2007 -- Any chance you remember the year 1979-1980? This was a year when a new contest was offered by National Grange. It was a Cranberry Recipe Contest sponsored by Ocean Spray.

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