Home Hospice Quality of Life Workshops begin in January

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Home Hospice Quality of Life Workshops begin in January

Home Hospice Quality of Life WorkshopHome Hospice of Grayson, Cooke, and Fannin Counties will offer quality of life workshops during January and February.  The support groups are open to anyone in our community who wishes to attend.  Space is limited so reservations are suggested.

The Grief Support Group will meet on Tuesday mornings from 10 am to 11 am on January 17, 24, 31 and February 7, 14 and 21, 2017.  Topics of discussion will be Not “getting over it”, Myths about grief, Does time heal all wounds? and learning to cope.  This workshop is open to anyone in our community who wishes to attend.  The workshop will be held at the Home Hospice office, 505 W. Center Street, Sherman, Texas.

Cooking for OneCooking for One support group will be on Mondays from 11:30 am – 1 pm beginning January 16, 2017.  Workshops will be held January 16, 23, 30 and February 6 at the TEAM Center 806 W. 16th Street, Bonham, Texas 75418.  This class is designed for those who have recently suffered a loss.  If you are a First Time Cook or Experienced Pro, this workshop supports you in finding ways to enjoy cooking for one.   Participants will be helping prepare lunch in class.  Cooking for One is free!

To make your reservation, call Melinda Kyle at 903.868.9315.  Seating is limited.

Home Hospice is a non-profit organization, founded in 1982, dedicated to providing education, programs, services and quality care to ease physical, emotional and spiritual symptoms at end-of-life for patients, families, and caregivers regardless of ability to pay, as well as all in our communities who grieve.

For more information visit their website http://www.homehospice.org/

Kathleen Hooten to Introduce Children’s Book

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Kathleen Hooten to Introduce Children’s Book

Kathleen HootenFirst-time Author Appears at Children’s Museum

The Northeast Texas Children’s Museum is pleased to present first-time author Kathleen Hooten for a presentation of The Adventures of Cabo the Goat. Not only will the presentation include Kathleen’s appearance, but it will also include an introduction and appearance of Cabo. We are told that Cabo is very well-mannered and loves the attention of kids. Kathleen and Cabo will appear at the Children’s Museum on Saturday, January 28 at 2:00.

Kathleen Sullivan Hooten is a former science teacher with an extensive background in animal science.  Living on her family ranch, Kathleen has always found the humor in farm animal antics and behavior as they interact with one another.  Cabo first arrived on the ranch as  her son’s show goat. The family was drawn to the personality of Cabo, and Kathleen was inspired to chronicle his adventures. Although this book highlights Cabo’s arrival at the ranch, there are plans for this book  to be the first in a series.

“I am so excited that Kathleen and Cabo will be coming to the Children’s Museum. Kathleen has been involved here as our Board President in 2015. She also wrote the curriculum for our Weird Science program for fifth graders.  Even her dog Domino has appeared to teach children to care for their pets. We are very excited to meet Cabo.”

The Adventures of Cabo the Goat is for grades three to five “read alone level”. The high interest of Cabo’s adventures will make it a great story for a much wider age group. The book is   illustrated by local artist Katie Ritchie. Books will be available for purchase and signing by the author. Call the Children’s Museum at 903-886-6055 for additional information

Ag Business Development Series

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Ag Business Development Series

Texas A&m Agri-Life Extension Presented by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

These 4 week classes are for anyone considering or building their own business.  Emphasis will be on small ag-niche businesses but applicable to any type of business.

Upon course completion, you will have the resources and materials needed to finalize a business plan.   The course provides professional guidance on most aspects of business start up.  Special guest presenters include Dr. Blake Bennet – AgriLife Economist and Dr. Myriah Johnson – Noble Foundation Economist.

Glass 1 – February 9

Resource inventory, Objective Development, and Mission Statement

Class 2 – February 16

Record Keeping, Financial Statements, and Budgets

Class 3 – February 23

Marketing and market Research

Class 4 – March 9

Legal and Liability

 

All classes are from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the Grayson County Courthouse, 2nd floor Assembly Room.  Enter at the south door.  Fee is $50.  Make reservations by calling (903) 813-4202.  Sponsored by the Grayson County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office.