We had a wonderful Enrichment Night tonight. A big THANK YOU to all of the committee members who made it such a success. It was a lot of fun to do a progressive dinner, and we appreciate those who opened up their homes to us. The soups and salads were all delicious, and we will be collecting recipes and posting them on the blog for those who are interested in them. We're grateful to all of you sisters who attended, and we missed those who were unable to. Also, Thank You to those who participated in our Service Gift Exchange. Following are photos from the dinner. We wish all a wonderful Holiday Season!!

December Enrichment

Please join us this Thursday, December 4th, at 6:00pm, for our Enrichment Night. We will be doing a progressive dinner. If you would like to participate in our Service Gift Exchange, please come prepared to write down a service you would be willing to offer and we will put it on our Christmas tree and then sisters will be picking these services off of the tree. If possible, try to carpool, so as to keep parking managable(but don't worry if you can't--still come). Call Jodi or Michelle if you have any questions.

Daycare

Do you need daycare while your kids are out of school for winter break? Ihave 4 openings from Dec. 15 to Jan.2. Drop ins ok. My hours are Mon. thruFri. 7am to 5pm. I'm closing early Christmas Eve day at 3pm. Full time rateis $125 per week, drop in rate is $5 per hour. Please call me at480-857-6323 Thank you, Shanda

Kari Ashlock's Funeral

The funeral for Kari Ashlock will be this coming Saturday, November 15th, at 10:00am. Visitation will be held in the Relief Society room from 9:00-9:45am. A luncheon will follow the funeral at 11:30, and the Ashlock family has invited any who would like to attend. Please note *the funeral has changed locations. It will now be held at the Grove Building which is located on Cooper Road just north of Ocotillo Road. Thank you to those that are bringing food for the luncheon. Please remember to have it to the kitchen of the Grove Bldg between 10:30-11:00am Saturday morning, unless you have made prior arrangements.

Namebrand Dress Sale!

Children's Name Brand Dress Sale Don't miss seeing designer girls dresses originally $60 - 130 in catalogs and Department stores. Now on sale for $20 - 37.00! Factory Direct and 100's to choose from. Sizes: 2T - 14 and infant Girls: 2pc skirtsets and Dresses Date: Monday, October 27 Time: 4:30 - 6:30 pm Place: Cherilyn Willden's house (480) 275-6400 4131 S Miller Drive in Chandler Directions: From Ocotillo, Turn South on Mustang Drive Turn West into Qual Springs Community Turn South on Buckskin way Turn West on Glacier Place Turn North on Miller Drive My house is at the end of the street on the right.

More on Breast Cancer 3 Day

Corrina Emch's daughter is still trying to fundraise for her Faith project, which is the Breast Cancer 3 Day. They are looking for anyone who owns a business who would be willing to sponsor them on the event or anyone who would be willing to donate a service from their business towards a raffle basket they are hoping to get put together for the event. They are down to 4 weeks before they have to have the money raised and are looking for ideas.

Thank you. Please contact Corrina Emch if you can help: corrina_emch@hotmail.com

Breast Cancer 3 Day Fundraiser

On October 1 (Wednesday) my work agreed to have a benefit night to raise money for my mom and I to go on the Breast Cancer 3-Day. It would be from 4 - 10 PM at Denny's, located at 3971 S Gilbert Road (in the Target Plaza on Gilbert and Germann). 10% of the evening's receipts will go to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. We must raise at least $4,400 to participate and we haven't reached that amount yet. So come enjoy a really good meal and help find the cure for breast cancer! If you are unable to make it but still want to make a donation you can log on to the website: www.the3day.org , type in Erika Emch and make a donation online (: Every little bit is appreciated. Thank you!

SCHOOL VACATION - Sept 27th - Oct 4th - Hear Ye ! Hear Ye !

GOLD CROWN RESORT - SAN DIEGO

Sleeps 6 - 2 Beds - 2 Baths - Full Kitchen - 3 TVs

Pools - Courts - Games Rooms - Ocean nearby etc.

CALL Juanita Cramer at (480) 495-3181 asap

Value $2,100 Going, Going, Going for $595 - My Cost !

Baked Goods for Zoowalk for Autism

I need help from the cute apron wearing "baker's" in our ward, who would like to donate some of their yummy baked goods soon. My family and I are holding a scrapbook crop (FREE, for anyone interested!), raffle and bake sale on September 27th to raise money for donation to the Zoowalk for Autism. The Zoowalk takes place Oct.18th, we have walked each year since 2004. Here's the site if you would like to link it, www.zoowalk.org on the blog(our team name is Ethan's Superheroes). The Schaub Family would be happy to pick up any treats donated on Friday September 26th or Saturday the 27th before 12noon. If anyone would like more info on the Crop, or the fun Raffle prizes/tickets, here's my email address
jamieschaub@gmail.com.

Pioneer Trek for Youth

The Stake would like everyone that has youth ages 14-and up to "save the date" for the Trek on March 18-21, 2009. (If you have a daughter or son that will be turning 14 prior to March 18th, then they are invited to take part.) The Trek only takes place once every four years, so please try to make a special effort to allow your son/daughter to take part.

Day Care Openings

I have two openings for daycare, for the week of July 28 thru Aug. 1 Give me a call with whatever you need, 1 hour, or all day. Drop ins ok. My normal rate is $25 all day, and my hours are 7am to 5 pm.
Please call 480-857-6323.
Thanks,
Shanda Navarro

Hard Red Wheat

Costco has sealed buckets of Hard Red Wheat from Lehi Roller Mills - very good quality. I think each bucket was around $28. It's only here on a trial basis in Arizona - limited time only based on how well it sells.
Since the cannery is only offering certain products each month, I wanted to get the word out in case any of you need wheat - remember there is a global shortage of wheat........Salt Lake City Distribution Center even approached Lehi Roller Mills to see if they had any available to sell to the distribution center - i.e. there really is a shortage

Creative Memories Party

Michelle Speaker will be hosting a Creative Memories party on the 24th from 2-4pm at her house. She has asked for a demo/info on digital scrapbooking. Those that want to purchase items from their catalog should be able to do that as well.

Word of Wisdom Class

This month the preparedness committee is focused on the Word of Wisdom and we have invited Jacque Gurney to teach us all about it. You will NOT want to miss this presentation. Jacque is incredibly talented and will not only cover the word of wisdom but will teach us how to honor the bodies we have been blessed with by monitoring everything that enters our bodies. We need to be strong both physically, emotionally and mentally and should not only watch food and exercise, but the thoughts we bring into our bodies also. Please share the news with anyone who would like to come.Please join us in the Relief Society room on Tuesday July 15th at 9:30 a.m.

B of M VHS & Conference cd's

If anyone is interested, I have all 12 of the Animated Stories from the Book of Mormon on VHS and the General Conference c.d.'s from 2000-2006. I am giving them to Goodwill next week if no one is interested. Thanks! Leslie Nelson 480.844.0880

Love and Logic Class

Are you interested in getting some help with issue dealing with teens or preteens? The sought after love and logic coach Keri Maughan will be helping us the Love and Logic way with our teens at Jodi Stapley's home on Friday July 25, Aug. 1st and Aug. 8th. The class is from 6:30-9:30pm on each of those Fridays. The cost is about $90.00 a couple or $60.00 and individual depending on how many we get to sign up. The money is due by the 25th of June. You can pay check, cash or credit card. Please let anyone you know who might be interested. Contact April Chandler, Jodi Stapley or Heather Aiono to sign up. Don't miss out on this opportunity to get your concerns answered and learn new ways.

Crib For Sale & Cabin Trip

I have a crib for sale. I'm asking $50 or best offer. Attached are the pictures of it. It does include the mattress and any crib sheets I have. There is a lilttle paint damage along the side - as you can see in the picture, but make me an offer and it's yours.

Also, I'm going to my grandparents cabin from the 13th through the 18th if anyone would like to join me. Yes, that's father's day weekend. I'm giving the gift, that I want for Mother's Day, time by oneself. It's where we had our retreat last October. You can bring your kids and we can work out food or just provide for ourselves. For those that haven't been up there it is 2 hours from Chandler and it's northeast of Payson (approx. 5300 elevation), so usually 10-20 degrees cooler than here!

Michelle Speaker 480-993-3739

Volunteers for PTO at Ryan Elementary

I know that a lot of the sisters and brethren in the ward have children that attend our school. It is always nice to have a say in the kids education and help in making the school year a success. We are starting to put together the PTO committee earlier in the summer so we can get off to an early, smooth start for the 2008/2009 school year. I will be heading up the Art Masterpiece Program for the school as well as working on the student newsletter and publicity. We would love to have volunteers in all areas of the PTO program, such as Fundraising, Daddy Club, Yearbook, Publicity, EScipt, etc. What a wonderful service this would provide to our community, our children, and a GREAT MISSIONARY OPPORTUNITY! Thanks to those who have already signed up and if you haven't yet, please feel free to contact me, Fedora J. Hunsaker (480) 895-1414 fjoeh@msn.com, or Denise Courson, PTO President (480) 802-6890 RyanPTO@yahoo.com

SunWest Containers

35th Ave & Washington #602-353-9060

55 Gallon Drums $40.00
30 Gallon Drums $44.00
20 Gallon Drums $34.00
15 Gallon Drums $28.05
5 Gallon Drums $7.00

Caps are $0.65 each
*prices are approximate

Music Lessons

I will be teaching Lets Play Music classes starting this Fall. Lets Play Music is music curriculum which teaches advanced musical skills to young children using age-appropriate methods. Basically a lot of play, experience and discovery! I will be teaching some sample classes in a few weeks so you and your children can experience the program first hand. Please check out the website: letsplaymusicsite.com and/or contact me for more information! This truly is an amazing program and I am very excited to teach it. Registration starts April 18th! You can contact me at home (480)844.0880, cell (480)710.1514 or email leslienelson1@mac.com. Thank you, Leslie Nelson

Bags for Girls Camp & Scentsy Consultant

Shanda Navarro's daughter, Bailey Navarro, will be selling cloth totes/purses with ribbon handles, to raise money for Girls Camp. If anyone is interested they can email her at cherries711@qwest.net The cost is $10.00.
Also, Shanda has a Scentsy web site. She is a Scentsy consultant and would like to get the word out. Her web site is www.scentsy.com/shanda

Summer Job Wanted!

Dear Sisters, my 19 year old sister Lanee Aho is looking for a three month summer job/internship in the area (well, she's looking for one anywhere, butI really want her to come live with me for the summer!). She is finishing up her freshman year at BYU and will be available for the entire months of June, July & August. She is EXTREMELY bright and is fluent in Spanish. If you have anything available or would like her resume, please email either Lanee (lanee@ahofam.com) or me (theangelica@gmail.com). Thanks for your help!
Angelica Hatch

Free Piano Tuner

My hubby is apprenticing as a piano tuner and currently looking for pianos to tune for free. He needs all the practice he can get, so any out-of-tune piano would be great! It still takes him about 2 to 2 1/2 hours, but he doesn't charge, and his teacher says he does a good job. If you have a piano that you would like tuned, please call me to schedule a time. (480) 219-2175.
Thanks!
April Johnson

Sister Savings

The new www.SisterSavings.net web site is now working. Open it and save it as a favorite on your web favorites, that way you will always have it available. This website is a compilation of weekly sales from your grocery stores, recipes and other ways to save and help with food storage!

Vinyl Signs For Sale

Wendi Moore is selling wood vinyl signs. She has some that are black with a white tree and underneath it is says Hold to the Rod. Underneath that is an iron rod that is detachable for an object lesson. I would like to sell them for $25 a piece. They are 5" tall and 12" long (not including the rod attachment)
Also, for anyone with sons or daughters on missions, or others who may just want a AZ temple tile with their family name on it, there are some where over the top it says Families are Forever and underneath the temple it will have their family name. It is $20 They can use a tile that matches their decor or go with a generic white or black.
You can go to her website for more and for pictures: www.creativesignsndesigns.com
Also, for contact, here is her email: wendi@carriagecreekranch.com or you can call her