35th Annual TAFCE Conference “Connect to fce”

Embassy Suites

Convention Center Franklin, TN

October 30 – November 2, 2016

Embassy Suites Convention Center

1200 Conference Center Blvd. Murfreesboro, Tennessee

TAFCE ANNUAL CONFERENCE October 30 – November 2, 2016

Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center 1200 Conference Center Drive

Murfreesboro, TN 37129 615-890-4464

Check in time: 3:00 p.m. CST Check Out time: 12:00 p.m. CST For reservations call: 615-890-4464 To receive the special group rate, you must indicate that you are with the TAFCE Conference. All reservations need to be made before mailing in your conference form as you will need your confirmation number to receive the $50.00 deduction on your registration form. CONFIRMATION NUMBER: ________________________________________ Spacious two room suites are $129.00 plus taxes/single occupancy per night which includes the fully cooked to order breakfast. Each additional guest in the suite is $10.00 per night which pays for their breakfast. The hotel has two restaurants/lounges, the Gateway Grille and Atrium Lounge, that serve value priced American cuisine. There is also a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast each morning in the open-air atrium. There are many restaurants and shopping areas within a short walk/drive from the hotel. A list and map will be furnished at registration. Guest services include: free parking, indoor pool with spa, fitness facility, whirlpool and sauna. All suites have a refrigerator, coffeemaker, microwave, hairdryer, ironing board and iron. Every room consists of one king or two queen beds with a separate living room which has a sofa bed. Free Wi-Fi in every room and a nightly Manager’s Reception. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THERE BE ANY SALE OF ITEMS OUT OF PERSONAL ROOMS. DOING SO WILL VIOLATE OUR CONTRACT WITH THE HOTEL. Directions: The Embassy Suites is located at: 1200 Convention Center Drive, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 – Traveling east or west on Interstate 24, take Exit 76. Head north on Medical Center Parkway, hotel will be located on the right. The deadline for making reservations at the stated price is September 28, 2016. Reservations must be accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed by a major credit card. The hotel cancellation policy for rooms is by 6:00 p.m. CST on the day of arrival.

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REGISTRATION FORM

2016 TAFCE CONFERENCE OCTOBER 30 - NOVEMBER 2, 2016

Name_______________________________________ County__________________________

Address_____________________________________ Region_________________________ City/State/Zip_________________________________ Phone w/area code_________________ Email address_________________________________ Please check all that apply to you: _____TAFCE Member _____TAFCE State Board Member ____ Guest _____Voting Delegate _____ Executive Alumnus ____ Non-Member _____CVU Recipient _____ First Conference _____Past 50 year members ____ NAFCE Member _____ First time 50 year member _____Extension Staff Registration-full time-TAFCE Member staying at Embassy Suites $30.00 _______ Hotel Confirmation Number____________________________ Registration-full time-TAFCE Member NOT staying at Embassy Suites $80.00 _______ Registration-TAFCE Member –Statewide -ONE DAY ONLY $30.00 _______ Indicate Day Attending: __Monday only ___Tuesday only Non-Member Registration Fee $80.00 _______ Extension Staff Registration Fee $30.00________ Banquet $35.00________ Breakfast Meeting (complimentary breakfast) Please circle your region: Western Central Eastern Late Registration Fee (Postmarked after September 28, 2016) $30.00 _______ TOTAL_______ Arrival Date: (Circle one) Sunday Oct 30/ Monday Oct 31/Tuesday Nov 1 NO REFUNDS AFTER SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 EXCEPT FOR EXTREME EMERGENCIES REGISTRATIONS ARE TRANSFERABLE AFTER SEPTEMBER 28, BUT ARE NOT REFUNDABLE. Mail registration form and check PAYABLE to TAFCE by September 28 to: Eileen Horton 366 Duckbranch Rd. Fayetteville, TN 37334 Ph-931-433-0075 It is very important that we patronize our host hotel to keep down the cost of our conference. We are charged for educational session rooms and the ballroom based on the number of sleeping rooms sold. We appreciate your attendance at the conference and hope that you enjoy your stay at the Embassy Suites in Murfreesboro.

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35th Annual TAFCE State Conference Embassy Suites – Murfreesboro, TN

October 30 - November 2, 2016 Tentative Agenda

Sunday, October 30 Registration 3:00-5:00 p.m. Enter Cultural Arts 3:00-5:00 p.m. Hospitality Room Open 4:00-5:30 p.m. Manager’s Special 5:00 p.m. Tour #1 Dinner/Oaklands 5:00 p.m. Free Time/dinner on your own Monday, October 31 Breakfast 6:00 - 9:30 a.m. Registration 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Pre Board Meeting 9:00-11:00 a.m. Walk In Craft Workshops 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Tour #2 - Lynchburg 7:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tour #3 – Courthouse 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Hospitality Room Open 10:00-11:00 a.m. Enter Cultural Arts 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. TAFCE Alumni Auction 12:00-5:00 p.m. Creative Connections Open 12:00-5:00 p.m. Tour #4- Painting 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Walk In Craft Workshops 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Fashion Revue Judging 1:00 p.m. Cultural Arts Judging 4:00 p.m. First Timers Event 4:00-4:30 p.m. NAFCE Meeting 4:30-5:00 p.m. Manager’s Special 5:00 p.m. Executive Alumni Dinner/Meeting 5:00 p.m. DINNER ON YOUR OWN County Flags Line-Up 6:30 p.m. OPENING SESSION 7:00 p.m. Halloween Costume Contest at end of Opening Session Also after the opening session until 10:00 p.m. Creative Connections Gift Shop Open Hospitality Room Open View Cultural Arts TAFCE Alumni Auction TUESDAY NOVEMBER 1 Breakfast 6:00 – 9:30 a.m. Voting Delegates Seated 8:15 a.m. Business Meeting 8:30 a.m.

Tuesday, November 1 – Continued Registration 9:00-11:00 a.m. Break General Session 10:00 a.m. Speaker Author Meredith Burton – Ms. Burton is a local author of 3 fictional works. Born totally blind, Ms. Burton tells her story in a not to be forgotten way that will keep you both entertained and amazed. Ms. Burton will remain after the session to sign books if anyone would care to purchase one. FCE Alumni Auction LUNCH ON YOUR OWN Creative Connections Open 12:00-5:00 p.m. Educational Sessions 1:00-3:45 p.m. View Cultural Arts 1:00-2:45 p.m. Hospitality Room Open 2:00-3:30 p.m. Pick Up Cultural Arts Eastern Region 3:00-3:30 p.m. Western Region 3:30-4:00 p.m. Central Region 4:00-4:30 p.m. Manager’s Special 5:00 p.m. Banquet/Closing Session 6:30 p.m. Entertainment: “Us Two and Him” After the banquet until 10:00 p.m. Creative Connections Gift Shop Open TAFCE Post Board Meeting Wednesday, November 2 Breakfast 6:00 – 9:30 a.m. Region Meetings (After Breakfast) – Staggered Eastern Region 7:30 a.m.

Western Region 8:00 a.m. Central Region 8:30 a.m.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

ONE DAY ONLY REGISTRATION – In 2012 the State Board voted to extend the ONE DAY registration to fce members STATEWIDE. The ONE DAY ONLY fee is $30.00. SPECIAL PROJECT – End Slavery Tennessee – The mission for this organization is to promote healing of human trafficking survivors and strategically confront slavery in our state. Their vision is to create a slave free Tennessee. The speaker will be Dana Garrett Montgomery, RN BSN FCN. She is currently employed as the Executive Director of the Rutherford County Health Department. She has worked in public health and community education for more than 20 years. The current needs for this organization are: $25 gift cards from WalMart and Kroger as well as gas cards. They also need items such as: ladies deodorant, body wash, backpacks, earbuds, women’s panties (all sizes), makeup, flip flops, pretty journals/notebooks and adult coloring books with crayons/markers/colored pencils. You can also learn more about this organization at www.EndSlaverytn.org. On their web site they list their current needs and update them often. BREAKFAST is a fully cooked to order meal that is included in your room fee. Breakfast is served from 6:00 to 9:30 a.m. LANYARDS – Please bring your TAFCE lanyard from a previous conference for your name badge. New lanyards will NOT be provided except for first timers. Some generic lanyards may be made available if you do not have one. FLAGS – All county council presidents or their representatives are to bring their county flags for the opening session Parade of flags. Be in the opening session foyer area at 6:00 p.m. for instructions and lineup. Please bring with you a 3x5 index card with your Region, County, and Name of presenter on it. “CREATIVE CONNECTIONS GIFT SHOP” – The gift shop is sponsored by Central Region and will have an array of handmade items for purchase. Do your Christmas shopping with us! You may just find that unique item that you have been looking for. It will be located in Cambridge A. TAFCE EXECUTIVE ALUMNI SILENT AUCTION – Executive alumni members donate items for the auction. The money from the sale pays for the speaker on Tuesday at the conference. Check throughout the conference for bidding times. The auction is located in Broadlands A. NAFCE MEETING – Come see what the National Organization is all about. This is a great opportunity to meet and greet the National Members and ask those questions you have always been wondering about. FIRST TIMERS – This meeting on Monday afternoon is for those who are attending their very first TAFCE conference. It is a great opportunity to learn more about fce, the conference and meet new friends. CONFERENCE TEE SHIRTS/PINS – Tee shirts and pins will be available for ordering with the logo on the front left of the tee shirt. See the order form on page 13, complete and send it in with your registration. Tee shirts and pin orders are on the same form. You may make out one check to TAFCE for registration and tee shirt/pin. Tour registration is a separate form and a separate check. TOURS – Tour fee checks are to be made out separately to Central Region and sent with tour registration. DO NOT SEND TOUR CHECKS COMBINED WITH REGISTRATION CHECK. HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST – On Halloween after the Opening Session. See flyer on last page

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WALK-IN SESSIONS – MONDAY OCTOBER 31, 2016

ALL CLASSES WILL BE HELD FROM 9:00 TO 11:00 A.M. AND

REPEATED AGAIN FROM 1:30 TO 3:30 P.M.

1. Spinner Gourd Kids or Pine Cone Elf Ornament – John & Zena Swendiman, Wilson County Spinner Kids are $5.00 for the pair Pine Cone Elf Ornament is $10.00

2. Aluminum Flowers – Carla Bush, Rutherford County FCS Agent and fce members Cost for this project is $1.00

3. Origami Paper Dolls – Charity Uker, Putnam County Cost is $2.00

4. DIY Scarf from T-Shirts – Anne Waggoner There are 3 scarf styles to choose from and the project takes 15 minutes or less. There is no cost if the participant brings their own XL t-shirt and a pair of sharp scissors. Cost is $5.00 if the instructor provides the t-shirt. You may choose one for the $5.00 or if you want to make all three styles the cost is $5.00 for each or free if you bring three XL t-shirts.

5. Winter Hat Christmas Ornament – Mary Sue Young, Cost for this project is $1.50

6. Ribbon Angels – Betty Uker Cost for this project is $2.00. Using ribbon and beads you will make this cute angel. Kits are also available at $2.00.

7. Colored Quilt Block – Gail Norton & Shirley Winter, Using crayons and an iron, participants will create a one of a kind quilt block. Cost for this project is $2.00. When completed participants may take home their quilt block or donate it to be used in a quilt to be given to a veteran. Make as many as you want at $2.00 each.

PICTURES OF THESE PROJECTS ARE FOUND AT THE END OF THIS PACKET.

PARTICIPANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO BRING EXACT CHANGE TO THE CLASSES AS THIS HELPS TO MOVE THE CLASSES ALONG; THEREBY GIVING EVERYONE A CHANCE TO PARTICIPATE.

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WALK-IN SESSIONS REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION IS FOR COUNT ONLY

Prepayment is NOT required for the walk-in sessions. However, so that our instructors may have an estimated count of the number who might be interested, please mark as many as you think that you might want to do. Have correct change to pay the instructor on the day of the class. Monday, October 31, 2016 Monday, October 31, 2016 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. ____ Spinner Kids ____ Spinner Kids ____ Pine Cone Elf ____ Pine Cone Elf ____ Aluminum Flowers ____ Aluminum Flowers ____ Origami Paper Dolls ____ Origami Paper Dolls ____ DIY Scarf ____ DIY Scarf ____ Winter Hat Ornament ____ Winter Hat Ornament ____ Ribbon Angel ____ Ribbon Angel ____ Colored Quilt Block ____ Colored Quilt Block

Mail completed copy by October 1, 2016 to:

Gail Norton (TAFCE Conference) 1619 Wilson Hill Road Readyville, TN 27149

Phone # 615-542-0005

Redhatquilter3@gmail.com

Name: _______________________________________ County: _________________ Address:______________________________________ Region: _________________ City, State, Zip _________________________________ Phone:__________________ E-Mail ______________________________________

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EDUCATIONAL CLASSES

Tuesday – November 1, 2016 Each session will be taught twice from 1:30 to 2:30 and again from 2:45 to 3:45

1. “Connect to the Health Benefits of Essential Oils” Presenter – Bonnie Banks, Doterra Gold Leadership Wellness Advocate with 18 years experience in natural “self-care.” In this class you will learn how to incorporate essential oils into your daily routine. You will also learn how you can use the oils to support your immune system naturally, assist in creating a healthier lifestyle, invigorate your mood, calm anxious feelings, reduce appearances of aging skin or blemishes, rid your body of unwanted substances, and more.

2. “Connect to Beekeeping and Honey” Presenter – Billy Allen is a certified hobbyist bee keeper and certified honey bee inspector by the state of Tennessee. His honey business is “Lynchburg TN Honey.” He has been keeping honey bees about twenty years and operates between 80 and 100 bee hives each season. Mr. Allen will be discussing the start and care of new bee hives, extraction of the honey from the frames, the nutritional benefits of honey, and how important bees are for the pollination of the food we eat. Also he will talk about the three types of bees in a hive and their role in the colony. There should be an opportunity for each person present to sample the fresh honey that will be made this year.

3. “Connect to Safety” – Women’s Safety Presenter – Deputy Justin Grogan of the Metropolitan Lynchburg/Moore County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Grogan has 20 years of law enforcement experience, 20 years of advanced S.W.A.T.T. (Special Weapons and Tactics Training) and 15 years of experience as a school resource officer. He is a certified instructor of chemical, explosive munitions. He is presently the President of the Tennessee School Resource Officer Association and a board member of the University of Tennessee Law Enforcement Innovation. Deputy Grogan will be teaching basic self-defense and awareness in a fun and interactive style. The participant will learn how to protect themselves from assault utilizing everyday items/personal defense. The participant will also develop an awareness of what to look for, or possible dangers in everyday events.

4. “Connect Your Community to fce – Facebook for fce (non profits)” Presenter – Billy Jo Higgins. Billy Jo has a BS in Sociology with concentration in Women’s studies. She is an fce member of Williamson County and president of her local club. She has worked for several small nonprofit entities, and shares this thought: “I had to learn to maximize the pros and acknowledge the cons of living in an internet connected world.” In this class you will learn how to create a Facebook page or group for your club, and how to promote your club and other fce entities using Facebook.

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5. “Connect to Your Smart Phone” – What Do You Know About Them? Presenter – Justin Stefanski: Justin, a former agent in Wilson County, is currently employed by the University of Tennessee as an IT specialist and works in the Central Region.

6. “Connect to new fce Members: Hope on the Horizon: Finding, Recruiting and retaining new fce members.” This is a FCL Class - $2.00 cost for material.

Co-presenters Janice Lynch, Central Region Educational Chairperson for Recruitment and Smith County fce member; and, Pamela Sites, Central Region President and Rutherford County fce member. In this class you will be able to explain the membership decline of fce, realize there is “Hope on the Horizon” and be able to formulate a solution to declining membership, understand how to find new members and reactivate less active members, identify tools to recruit new members and recognize the strategies to retain those new members that you recruit.

7. “Connect to Cooking: the Flavors of the Holidays” Presenter Whitney Danhof: M.S. in Home Economics Education, FCS agent from Bedford County. Whitney has worked for Extension for 27 years, writes a seasonal eating blog online and a monthly feature for the Shelbyville Times Gazette. She and Gay Ervin taught the School of Gourmet Arts and Seasonal Eating Demonstrations with over 100 classes and 800 recipes. Come learn how to make the most of the fall produce through a cooking demonstration, recipe booklet and samples for the flavors of the holidays. You’ll gain new ideas for fresh dishes using those familiar (and not so familiar) fall ingredients. So get a start on your holiday entertaining plan with the flavors of the holidays.

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EDUCATIONAL CLASSES REGISTRATION

Tuesday, November 1, 2016

You MUST pre-register for these classes by October 1, 2016. Do not send money. However, if there is a fee you will pay in the class. Please select your 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th choices. Classes will be filled on a first received basis. All classes are being offered for two sessions. __________ Essential Oils __________ Beekeeping __________ Women’s Safety __________ Facebook for non profits __________ Smart Phone __________ FCL – Hope on the Horizon __________ Flavors of the Holidays with Whitney Danhof

Mark your selections, and mail this form by October 1, 2013 to:

Eileen Horton 366 Duckbranch Rd.

Fayetteville, TN 37334 Home phone #: 931-433-0075

Cell phone #: 931-808-0402 ehorton194272@gmail.com

Name: _______________________________________ County: _________________ Address:______________________________________ Region: _________________ City, State, Zip _________________________________ Phone:__________________ E-Mail _______________________________________

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TOUR #1

Sunday – October 30, 2016

OAKLANDS MANSION AND DINNER

Price : $20.00 per person + $5.00 to ride the bus

(Eastern Region bus riders do not have to pay extra $5.00 to ride bus)

BOARD BUS at 5:15 p.m.

Take the hassle out of driving in Murfreesboro and finding a place for dinner by boarding a bus at the hotel and joining other fce club members to enjoy a private, catered meal in Maney Hall and tour Oaklands Mansion, one of Murfreesboro treasures, recently featured on Tennessee Crossroads. In the Halloween season the historic mansion is placed “in morning” to visitors may see furniture and architecture of that period in a spooky ambiance. The fee includes the private catered meal, spooky tour and transportation. Space is limited to 50 people – SO FIRST COME FIRST SERVED.

TOUR #2

Monday – October 31, 2016

7:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

LYNCHBURG

Price - $30.00 per person + $5.00 to ride bus.

(Eastern Region bus riders do not have to pay extra $5.00 to ride bus.)

If you’ve never been to Lynchburg, TN here is your chance! This will be a one of a kind experience to tour the Jack Daniel’s Distillery, have lunch at the legendary Miss Mary Bobo’s and shop on the historic square. Guided by our Extension locals, Larry Moorehead, Ag Agent and Brenda Hannah, FCS Agent, you will enjoy your time in this small town that is known worldwide for its local product. The bus will NOT return to the hotel in time for anyone who is participating in the Fashion Review judging.

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TOUR #3

Monday – October 31, 2016

COURTHOUSE SQUARE TOUR AND DOWNTOWN SHOPPING

Price - $10.00

Lunch on the Square is on your own.

Board the Van at 10:30 a.m.

Historic downtown squares are a cherished place that influences our communities. We will be led on a guided tour of the epicenter of Rutherford County, then given time to enjoy lunch and shopping on our own at stores like The Country Gourmet, Mars Popcorn, Bella’s Boutique, Bink’s and more. Carla Bush, Extension Agent, will be your hostess and driver to avoid the crazy traffic due to construction in Murfreesboro. The van will NOT return to the hotel in time for anyone participating in Fashion Review judging.

TOUR 4

Monday – October 31, 2016

12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

PAINTING WITH A TWIST 2615 Medical Center Pkwy, Ste. 430, Murfreesboro, TN

(In the Avenue Mall)

Price - $35.00 per person

Transportation will be either by personal car, walking or shuttle from the hotel.

Have fun painting – No experience necessary! We supply the canvas, brushes and paints. We will be creating a beautiful fall scene. Brush stroke by brush stroke will bring you closer to completing your own brilliant creation. You may bring your own refreshments in (wine is allowed). Take your masterpiece home to enjoy. At the end of the afternoon you will have your own creation and hopefully a new talent you will want to explore! This class will NOT conclude in time for anyone that is participating in Fashion Review judging. Space is limited to 30 painters – FIRST COME FIRST SERVED.

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2016 TAFCE CONFERENCE TOUR REGISTRATION

___________ TOUR #1 – Dinner and Spooky tour of Oaklands Mansion $25 $20 (Eastern Region Bus Riders) ___________ TOUR #2 – Lynchburg and meal at Miss Mary Bobo’s $35 $30 (Eastern Region Bus Riders) ___________ TOUR #3 – Murfreesboro Historical Courthouse and Square - Lunch on Your Own $10.00 ___________ TOUR #4 – Painting with a Twist (Please check one below) $35.00 I will need a ride ______________ I will walk ______________ I will drive myself ______________

PLEASE INDICATE THE TOURS YOU WILL BE ATTENDING AND SEND THIS FORM AND YOUR CHECK MADE OUT TO CENTRAL REGION TAFCE TO:

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A SEPARATE CHECK FOR TOURS MADE OUT TO CENTRAL REGION NOT TO TAFCE AND NOT TO BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR REGISTRATION CHECK.

ALSO PLEASE NOTE NONE OF THESE TOURS ON MONDAY WILL CONCLUDE IN TIME FOR ANYONE PARTICIPATING IN FASHION REVIEW JUDGING.

Eileen Horton

366 Duckbranch Rd. Fayetteville, TN 37334

931-433-0075 ehorton194272@gmail.com

REGISTRATION FORMS AND MONEY MUST BE POSTMARKED BY OCTOBER 15, 2016

NAME: ______________________________________ COUNTY:______________________ ADDRESS:___________________________________________________________________ PHONE NO.___________________________________ REGION:_______________________

NOTE: ALL TOUR FEES ARE NON REFUNDABLE BUT ARE TRANSFERRABLE. MONEY WILL BE REFUNDED IF THERE IS NOT ENOUGH INTEREST IN ANY OF THESE TOURS.

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CONFERENCE SOUVENIR T-SHIRT and/or PIN ORDER FORM

These shirts are 100% cotton with short sleeves. They will be imprinted with the conference theme and TAFCE spelled out with Murfreesboro and 2016 on the left front only. The cost is $12.00 for sizes small through large. $13.00 for sizes XL $14.00 for sizes XXL $15.00 for sizes XXXL The shirts will be labeled and available for you to pick up when you register at conference. The pin(s) will be with your registration packet. ______ Adult small ______ Adult XL ______ Adult medium ______ Adult XXL ______ Adult large ______ Adult XXXL Total number of shirts at $12.00__________ Total number of shirts at $13.00 __________ Total number of shirts at $14.00__________ Total number of shirts at $15.00__________ Total number of pins at $ 5.00___________ Amount enclosed ________________ Name: _____________________________ County:___________________ Address: ____________________________ Region: ___________________ City: _______________________________ Phone: ____________________ State & Zip: _________________________ E-mail: ____________________ Please mark the size/sizes you want to order: Please enclose form and check made payable to TAFCE and enclose with your registration form to:

Eileen Horton 366 Duckbranch Rd.

Fayetteville, TN 37334 931-433-0075

ehorton194272@gmail.com