The Salina Journal from Salina, Kansas • Page 36

8 MONDAY, JULY 29. 2002 THE SAUNA JOURNAL MAAAA I REUNIONS FROM PAGE 7 lene; Ron and Donita Michaelsen; Leslie Schneeman; and Tim, Maarchelle, April and Molly Kerbs, all of Salina; and Del Kerbs, Bellevue, Neb. HARDER: Fifty-three descendants of brpthers Edward Julius Harder and Fredrick Wilhelm Harder met June 8 at Friendship Center in Salina for the annual Harder family reunion. Edward Julius Harder farmed north of Wells. His grandchildren are now the nior members of the family.

Twelve out of 16 cousins were in attendance. Only one, Roy Harder, is deceased. Those attending from Kansas were Clarence and Bern ice Nunemaker; Jack Harder; Chuck, Michelle and Dillon Leivan; Ruth Nunemaker; Nancy Vaughn; Patricia Geissert; Asel, Joanne and Barbara Harder; Beary and -Vickie Nabors; Robert and Dottie Harder; Ruth Lois Scott; Warren and Ilia Rae Harder; Steve, Connie, Jeremy and Krista Harder; Doug Patterson; Alice Colton; Frieda Donaldson; Cheryl Curtis; Kalisa, Sam and Elizabeth Laffere; Marvin, Christie, Bradley and Zachary Blue; Kyle Harder; Craig Harder; Brandon Harder; Kathryn Wagner; Marlys Wagner; and Beverly Pallmateer. Attending from out of state were Claude and Lois Harder, Cinda Brudigan and Stephanie and Brandon Suggs, all of Nebraska; Eldon Harder of Texas; Paulihe. Kloss of Oklahoma; Mary, Schroff of Washington; and Herman and Florence Harder and Sarah Garvert of Colorado.

HEER-WAGNER: The Heer- Wagner families gathered for a picnic June 14 in Kenwood Park in Salina. Those present from Salina were Loren and Connie Heer, Jerry and Edward Schraden and Chase Fry. Abilene: Sylvia Koestle; Lloyd Wagner; Jodi, Marvin and Linda Cole; Laura Clark; David, John and llene Ansber- ry; and Richard Ansberry. Assaria: Dawn, Kelly and Jamie Bush. Bennington: Lori Thompson.

Tribune: Betty Mintener. Smolan: John Noeller. Wichita: Ellis Noeller. Manhattan: Roy and Faye Taylor and Wendy Schmidt. Junction City: Mike, Christina, Emil andMeghan Strauss.

Newton: Doug and Trish Chelsea; Shelby Grosch; Bryan, Roxanne and Courtney Grosch; and Stanley and Shirley Grosch. Derby: Wayne and Joan Houseman, and Denise, Loren and Jerry Skinner. Wichita: Preston Skinner. Rose Hill: Duane and Jill Houseman. Berryton: Carolyn and Gerry Mowery.

Tecumseh: Jeanette and Seth Mitchell. Out of state: Tessie Heer, Sun City, Phil and Carol Heer, Janice Charpentier and Joyce Cullly, all of Eugene, Jim and Maxine Banks, Junction City, Darald Heer, Creswell, Donald Heer, Springfield, Dick and Donna Sparks, Denver; Colleen, Lee and Todd Ferrier, Elma, Karen Reiner, Fishtail, Angela Noble, Columbus, Terry Schmidt, Steven and Stacie Schmidt, Valeria Schmidt, Tony, Veague and Hailey Fox, all of Tuttle, Linda and Audi Good and Walt Morrison, all of Grand Prairie, Texas; and Paul Strunk, Corpus Christi, Texas. Susie Renfro, Great Bend, was a visitor. HEALTHY YOUTH FAMILY INFORMATION mimifi.iiiiii(tii Asset The Search Institute, a non-profit on -nization that specializes in reseat children and youth, has identified 4L developmental assets which act as predictors of behavior the more assets a young person has, the less likely the are to engage in high-risk behavior. August Calendar Young person accepts and takes personal of local youth surveyed have this asset in their lives.

Asset Building Activities: 1. Part of being responsible is being available. Be there when children need you. 2. Keep infants near you when you're doing simple For example, some adults fold laundry while a baby snuggles' with them in a child carrier.

Toddlers will make it clear when they want to do things on their own. When they're able, let them put on their, own shirt or socks. First Annual Saline County Back to School Fair Saturday, August 24,10 a.m. 2 p.m., Bicentennial Center. Free health screenings for all children youth.

Information on youth programs services, free entertainment, refreshments and prizes. Call Salina Area United Wax for information at 827-1312. Red Cross Pet First Aid Saturday, August 10, 9 a.m. 1 p.m. For reservations call 827-3644.

Sisters Program information sessions. Thursday, August 15,6:00 p.m. Monday, August 26,6:00 p.m. Located at 227 N. Santa Fc, Suite 305.

Call 825-5509for more information. Consumer Credit Counseling Services Home buying Seminar August 10,1 p.m.- 5 p.m., $30 per family Money Skills Seminar August 15,6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Credit Debt Reduction August 27,6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., by the Greater Community Foundation Located at 1201 W. Walnut. Call 827-6731. 4.

Preschoolers often need to be reminded to be responsible, Beginning to Lnnediate Running: the Courage to example, you'll probably need to tell a child many times to 5 August 3. 10,24,31, 10 a.m.-ii:30a.m.,$37. Be patient. Learning responsibility takes pick up her toys, time. 5.

Give children a list of regular, clearly defined tasks to such as making the bed, packing their lunch, and washing their hair. 6. Challenge assumptions that youth are naturally irresponsible. Ask your local media to feature stories responsible kids and teens. Source: Search Institute, Minneapolis, MN vtN? Design a running program to meet your fitness goals with Doug Birdsong.

Free Your Mind Program for youth in 6,7, 8 grades. Call and ask Ron for information. Call YWCA at 825-4626. Smoky Hill Museum Free exhibits for the entire family. Call 785-309-5776.

Heartland SHARE provides a quality affordable monthly package of food to those who are willing to help themselves and others. Call Salina Senior Center, i 827-9818. For more information about the Healthy Youth Initiative, contact Salina Area United Way, (785) 827-1312 Child without health insurance? Call HealthWave at 800-792-4884. Information gathered and coordinattd by Salina Aria Vniled Way House, Lire Skills Classes Includes budgeting, nutrition, responsive discipline, job readiness, house cleaning tips. Call 826-4935.

Morning Out for Free licensed child care (income based) for children 3 wks to 5 yrs old. Tues. 9:00 11:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 122 8th. Reservations for classes and Morning out.825-4493. Domestic Violence Support Group Tuesdays, 6:00 pm Sexual Assault Support Group Thursdays, 6:00 pm Teen Sexual Assault Group Mondays, 4:00 pm Call 827-5862 or 800-874-1499.

Hospice of Salina, Inner Peace, our adult support group, is held the fourth Sunday of each month at 2pm at the Hospice office, 333 S. Santa Fe, 825-1717. Salina-Saline County Health Department, 125 West Elm. Family Children Services. Call 826-6602 for clinic dates times.

No one will be refused services if unable to pay. Services Include: Immunizations for Children and Adults; Well-Child Clinics; WIC; Family Planning Services; Expectant Parents Classes. Cares Health Clinic, 125 W. Elm, Clinic Hours. Mon.

6:30 p.m. to close. Must call 826-6609 for appointment. If you are.concerned that a child may be neglected or abused, call The Protection Report Center: 1-800-922-5330. Kansas Foundation is your source for info about drugs, alcohol, family issues and other prevention topics.

Books and videos are available. Call 825-6224. Bike Helmets $10 each. Offered by Salina Parks and Rcc. the Salina Safe Kids Chapter.

Call 826-7434. Look for meetings and events on the Community Calendar at www.salhtlp.org 'Supported by donations to United Way Regional the Salina Journal.