Hello Simmental Enthusiasts!
Wow, this summer has gone by fast! Between two jobs, an online class, and my cows, it has been a busy summer for me. It has been a hot one (especially show day in Des Moines), but a fun one. The corn is looking great and so are the cattle. County fairs have come to an end and State Fair is just around the corner. Congratulations to all who exhibited at their county fairs. I look forward to seeing all of you at State Fair and good luck to everyone exhibiting!

Your MJSA President,
Andrea Diehn

Note from Amanda Eberspacher

Greetings!

The blowing snow and chilly temps remind us the holiday season is here! It was wonderful to see everyone at the MN Beef Expo and was proud to have Simmentals well represented in the sale and also the Jr. Show.  The MJSA Exec team had a short meeting at the expo discussing ideas for the semen and merchandise auction held at State Sale. Speaking of State Sale, it also seems to be just around the corner! If you have any items or baskets you would like to donate please contact Mary Virnig or Lori Eberspacher. 

Need Christmas gifts? Check out the MJSA Clothing Line!!!  Images Embroidery  is working with the MJSA to help launch the line! They are willing to put our logo on just about anything! A few price quotes are:
• Hooded sweatshirts: $34.99
• Hats: $15.00
• Windbreakers &/or pack & go's: starting at $34.99
• Jackets: starting around $39.99
• Tear-away pants:
   Pants alone: $34.99
   With front embroidery: $44.99
   With butt embroidery: $54.99

The best part is part of the proceeds go back to the MJSA!! Don’t forget this awesome opportunity when doing your Christmas Shopping!

Looking for some comfort food during the holidays? Try Amanda’s new favorite recipe!

Beef n Bowties
2 cups uncooked bowtie pasta
1 pound hamburger
1 can cheddar cheese soup
1 cup salsa
1 ½ cups shredded cheese

Boil the pasta until tender. Brown hamburger and season to your liking. Add the soup and salsa, simmer until pasta is cooked. Drain pasta and combine with hamburger mixture. Add shreaded cheese and serve! I like to serve it with sour cream, guacamole, and Dorito chips! SO EASY!

Sincerely,
Amanda Eberspacher

August 26-29
MN State Fair 4-H Shows

September 4
MN State Fair Open Simmental Show,
Starts at 8:00 AM
Entry Deadline: August 2nd

September 5
MN State Fair FFA Simmental Show,
Starts at 11:00 AM (Ring 2)
Entry Deadline: August 2nd

October 21-24
MN Beef Expo

Contact them today for any number of items with MJSA logo such as:
hooded sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats, fleece vests, windbreakers, jackets or tear away pants with front or back embroidery.

You can also just use the word Simmental!
See the complete line of clothing items that Images Embroidery offers on their website at www.imagesemb.com

Make sure you tell them your order is through Minnesota Junior Simmental Association!

Credit cards accepted.
Call your order in, fax it in or email!
Ph. 715-435-3181 or Cell 715-570-2037
Fax 715-435-3196
E-mail: bc@imagesemb.com