OCTOBER 2021 NEWSLETTER
CALLING ALL GREEN THUMBS!
WORK OR HARVEST IN THE
GLENCOE COMMUNITY GARDEN
FREE! Limited Enrollment!

WORK in the GCG: Thur, Oct 7, 3:30pm-5pm

HARVEST in the GCG: Sat, Oct 16, 10am-Noon

Glencoe Community Garden is a community-wide service project for community members of all ages and abilities. It is a sustainable, organic-practicing, food-producing mini-farm and garden that serves local food kitchens, pantries and other charitable organizations.
 
Each season, approximately 3,000 pounds of fresh food is harvested and donated to local service organizations that share the dream of food security for all and the mindfulness for our environment. Visit gjhp.org/gcg for details and email michelle@gjhp.org with questions!
IMPORTANCE OF COMPOSTING:
THE NEED TO SMASH PUMPKINS!
Thursday, October 14, 3:30-4:30pm
FREE and Open to all students & families!


Learn about composting from gardening experts from the Glencoe Community Garden. This is a great opportunity for families to learn about the 6th Grade Composting Unit and get ready for our big 6th Grade-sponsored Pumpkin Smash on Saturday, November 6.

Email michelle@gjhp.org with questions!
GJHP GARDEN CLUB with
THE ORGANIC GARDENER
Upcoming Meetings:
Friday, October 8 & Tuesday, October 19
7:30am-8:20am
in the Central School Garden
Join GJHP and The Organic Gardener as we spruce up the Central School Garden! The Garden Club is FREE and open to 5th-8th graders! No experience necessary!

GIVE BACK THIS FALL
NEW TRIER TOWNSHIP
FOOD DRIVE
Saturday, October 16, 10am-4pm
The Grand Food Center, 341 Hazel Ave.

GJHP is teaming up with Glencoe Youth Services to help our neighbors during tough times. Pick up a shopping list at The Grand Food Center on Oct 16, purchase items for the pantry and drop them in the box on your way out. We'll take care of the rest!

GJHP is also seeking students to work at our table at The Grand! Three shifts are available: 10am-12pm, 12pm-2pm, or 2pm-4pm. Sign Up!

Please visit gjhp.org/food-drive for details and email michelle@gjhp.org with questions!
Prepare Bagged Lunches for
HILDA’S PLACE SHELTER
Wednesday, October 20
3:30-4:30pm in the Oasis

Help prepare bagged lunches for Hilda’s Place, a transitional shelter for those without available permanent housing. The shelter is part of Connections for the Homeless, the leading agency in the Northern suburbs delivering essential services to people facing homelessness & housing insecurity.

Email michelle@gjhp.org with any questions!
Join GJHP to make cards for

National Custodian Appreciation Week

Make cards in The Oasis during lunch on October 6
-OR-
Bring one from home and
drop it off to Michelle!

Please email michelle@gjhp.org
for more information!
SPOOKY SEASON AT CENTRAL
SPOOKY HALLOWEEN
S.N.A.P. DINNER
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
3:30pm-5:30pm: Dinner Prep in the Oasis
6pm-8:30pm: Spooky Food & Games
at Glencoe Youth Services Center

This event is $10! Register Now!

Join us for a Spooky Halloween themed evening of FOOD & FUN at our next SNAP (Special Needs Adults Program) DINNER, October 19. From 3:30pm to 5:30pm we will be preparing dinner in the Oasis. Then from 6pm to 8:30pm join us for an evening of spooky themed food & games.

Visit gjhp.org/snap for details and email michelle@gjhp.org with questions!
PUMPKIN CARVING
Monday, October 25 or Tuesday, October 26
3:30pm-5pm in the Central School Cafeteria

Carve pumpkins for our friends at Over the Rainbow, an organization that provides housing for adults with disabilities so they can lead independent lives. This event is FREE! Pumpkins & carving tools provided by GJHP.
GJHP CONTACTLESS
HALLOWEEN SCAVENGER HUNT
Monday, Oct 25 - Thursday, Oct 28
Open to ALL Glencoe 5th-8th Graders
Join in the GJHP Contactless Halloween Scavenger Hunt, October 25-28 throughout Glencoe. Participation is FREE and open to all Glencoe 5th-8th Graders.

Participants will receive a list of clues on October 25 at 3:30 pm. Hunt items will be located throughout the Village of Glencoe. When you find a clue, simply take a photo and upload it to your clue card or write in what/where you found it.
 
Return your card to michelle@gjhp.org once completed. All clue cards must be received by Oct 28 at 5pm. GREAT PRIZES for students who find the most clues first!
THE EIGHTH GRADE PROJECT
MAKE A MUSICAL:
INTO THE WOODS JR.

DATES: October 18 – December 10, 2021
REHEARSALS: Mon, Wed & Thurs, 3:30-5:30
FEE: $325 (Scholarships Available)
This production of Into the Woods Jr. is exclusively for 8th graders so they can be heavily involved in all aspects of producing a 60-minute musical with Director Samara Harand. Registration very limited! Only a few spots are open!
FINAL REMINDERS: FIRST UP IN OCTOBER!
STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD 2021-22
First Meeting: Friday, October 1 at 7:30am in the Oasis
Bored? Then join the Board!
GJHP is looking for dedicated, enthusiastic students to serve as advisory board members. Help determine what organizations we partner with, design engaging outreach activities, and run super cool events for Glencoe middle school students! There is no campaigning, just step up for a chance to lead and make a difference in our community.

The Student Advisory Board will meet in The Oasis on the first Friday of each month before school.

If you have questions, or would like to join, please email michelle@gjhp.org.
THE GREAT MUD RUN 2021
Saturday, October 2 at 9:00 AM
Participation Fee: $40-$55 (based on reg date)

Ready to get muddy?! The Mud Run is back!

The Great Mud Run is a 1.25 mile race through Watts Park, with 10-12 natural and man-made obstacles throughout the course, challenging your drive and physical stamina. Participants receive a finisher medal and bragging rights.

This local favorite is presented by the Glencoe Park District and is open to ages 7-14.
Email questions to michelle@gjhp.org.
FALL BOOK BUDDIES
Big Buddy Training Session:
October 6 at 3:30pm in the Oasis

There is still space available in the Wednesday session for Big Buddies only!

Fall Session: October 13-December 8
Wednesdays at 4-4:50pm at Glencoe Library (Oct 13, 20 & 27, Nov 3, 10, & 17 and Dec 1 & 8)
Registration Fee: $20 (for entire Fall Session!)

Have questions about being a Buddy? Email michelle@gjhp.org!
If you have any questions about GJHP programs or events
please email contact@gjhp.org.
GJHP MISSION STATEMENT
The Glencoe Junior High Project (GJHP) is a parent-led, non-profit organization that has sought to engage Glencoe middle school students into the community since 1973. In order to carry out our mission of fostering socially aware, civic-minded and community-oriented individuals, we offer Glencoe 5th-8th grade students opportunities to volunteer in their community, attend social activities and events, perform on stage, as well as access to a youth drop-in center in Glencoe's Central School.