The November 2009 Clover Chronicle can be found online HERE.
Be sure to read this for information on upcoming 4-H activities.
11.04.2009
10.28.2009
Info About Upcoming Year (Minutes from our planning meeting)
2009-10 Blue Ribbons 4-H Planning Meeting
Wed., October 7, 2009 Georgetown Library, 7-9pm
In attendance: Sue Lange, Amy Minard, Julie Scheele, Jeanne Nolan, Zach Nolan, Trish Richhart (and Sam), Daisy Groves, Christopher Bailey, Stephanie Bailey
Why are we doing this?
Here were some key goals we desire to emphasize in 4-H: community service, relationship building, training/skill growth of our children.
Meeting location and time: 2nd Fridays, 1-3pm., The Chapel (Community Room), December thru May. June meeting TBA.
Officer changes and the creation of a nominating committee:
Each club member will fill out a ballot/form at the December meeting to nominate themselves or others for offices. A nominating committee (2 parents plus 2 or 3 past officers) tallies suggestions to make a slate of officers and presents it at the January meeting for elections. A suggested three names per office would eliminate the "I'm the only one who lost" syndrome.
Officers:
President - Conducts meetings. Involved in contacts and decision-making for club activities - community service. Use correct parliamentary procedure and corrects/instructs members in presenting motions.
Vice President / Program Chairman - Fills in for president when absent and chairs the program portion of the meeting. "Recruits" people to give demonstrations or project talks and then notifies them two weeks ahead of meetings by phone.
Secretary - Chooses role call question. Keeps notes at each meeting. Presents past meeting's notes to the club. Keeps records of attendance.
Treasurer - Keeps financial information for the club. Responsible for communication with 4-H office about membership fees and project manual purchases. Fills in at meetings for Vice President if absent as the program chair.
Opening Prayer - Opens meetings with prayer. (Replaces Devotions Leader)
Recreation Leader - Plans and leads club in recreation time at the end of each meeting. (10 minutes)
Health and Safety Leader - Presents a safety tip at each meeting. (1-3 minutes)
Communications Leader - Puts together e-mail announcements for meetings and events 2 weeks in advance. Gets information to Trish to maintain website or if can maintain the website, would do so. Would submit any information to news sources as appropriate.
Greeters (2) - Greets those attending meetings and makes sure name tags and markers are used to identify members and adults.
Monthly jobs as assigned by president: Flag salutes.
Do we pursue club awards? Suggest choosing no more than three service opportunities.
We decided pursuing county awards as a club is not a high priority.
Meeting schedule:
We are not starting in November .
December - Begin officer elections by filling out surveys. Hand out last year's awards/pins. CHRISTMAS PARTY. Make an ornament and bring donation for food bank or prison ministry (white socks/underwear)? We decided to NOT have a gift exchange but will have snacks.
January - Actual officer elections held. Membership forms and project questionnaires filled out. Dues and fees should be completed as much as possible at this meeting. Jeanne Nolan will likely field most of this this year.
February- 4-Hers bring ideas for community service to present to club. Members shall vote on participation in service.
March - Project show and tell.
April -
May - We decided not to continue service work at Stillwater Ranch this year.
June - No formal meeting at The Chapel. Leaders available to sign books and help with project questions. (TBA)
July - Get together at the fair? After Saturday's exhibit hall watch? Splitting watch hours. (TBA)
August - End of year party at park pavilion (Franke/ Foster/ Dupont/ Buchner)? (TBA)
Adult/Leader/Older 4-Hers - 9th grade and up Questionnaire: Will work this into family "sign-up" at first of year or at enrollment meeting in Jan. Example below:
Project:
I hated it and would never recommend it.
I liked it and could give advice.
I could teach it to someone if they asked.
I want to provide times to work on project workbooks.
Wed., October 7, 2009 Georgetown Library, 7-9pm
In attendance: Sue Lange, Amy Minard, Julie Scheele, Jeanne Nolan, Zach Nolan, Trish Richhart (and Sam), Daisy Groves, Christopher Bailey, Stephanie Bailey
Why are we doing this?
Here were some key goals we desire to emphasize in 4-H: community service, relationship building, training/skill growth of our children.
Meeting location and time: 2nd Fridays, 1-3pm., The Chapel (Community Room), December thru May. June meeting TBA.
Officer changes and the creation of a nominating committee:
Each club member will fill out a ballot/form at the December meeting to nominate themselves or others for offices. A nominating committee (2 parents plus 2 or 3 past officers) tallies suggestions to make a slate of officers and presents it at the January meeting for elections. A suggested three names per office would eliminate the "I'm the only one who lost" syndrome.
Officers:
President - Conducts meetings. Involved in contacts and decision-making for club activities - community service. Use correct parliamentary procedure and corrects/instructs members in presenting motions.
Vice President / Program Chairman - Fills in for president when absent and chairs the program portion of the meeting. "Recruits" people to give demonstrations or project talks and then notifies them two weeks ahead of meetings by phone.
Secretary - Chooses role call question. Keeps notes at each meeting. Presents past meeting's notes to the club. Keeps records of attendance.
Treasurer - Keeps financial information for the club. Responsible for communication with 4-H office about membership fees and project manual purchases. Fills in at meetings for Vice President if absent as the program chair.
Opening Prayer - Opens meetings with prayer. (Replaces Devotions Leader)
Recreation Leader - Plans and leads club in recreation time at the end of each meeting. (10 minutes)
Health and Safety Leader - Presents a safety tip at each meeting. (1-3 minutes)
Communications Leader - Puts together e-mail announcements for meetings and events 2 weeks in advance. Gets information to Trish to maintain website or if can maintain the website, would do so. Would submit any information to news sources as appropriate.
Greeters (2) - Greets those attending meetings and makes sure name tags and markers are used to identify members and adults.
Monthly jobs as assigned by president: Flag salutes.
Do we pursue club awards? Suggest choosing no more than three service opportunities.
We decided pursuing county awards as a club is not a high priority.
Meeting schedule:
We are not starting in November .
December - Begin officer elections by filling out surveys. Hand out last year's awards/pins. CHRISTMAS PARTY. Make an ornament and bring donation for food bank or prison ministry (white socks/underwear)? We decided to NOT have a gift exchange but will have snacks.
January - Actual officer elections held. Membership forms and project questionnaires filled out. Dues and fees should be completed as much as possible at this meeting. Jeanne Nolan will likely field most of this this year.
February- 4-Hers bring ideas for community service to present to club. Members shall vote on participation in service.
March - Project show and tell.
April -
May - We decided not to continue service work at Stillwater Ranch this year.
June - No formal meeting at The Chapel. Leaders available to sign books and help with project questions. (TBA)
July - Get together at the fair? After Saturday's exhibit hall watch? Splitting watch hours. (TBA)
August - End of year party at park pavilion (Franke/ Foster/ Dupont/ Buchner)? (TBA)
Adult/Leader/Older 4-Hers - 9th grade and up Questionnaire: Will work this into family "sign-up" at first of year or at enrollment meeting in Jan. Example below:
Project:
I hated it and would never recommend it.
I liked it and could give advice.
I could teach it to someone if they asked.
I want to provide times to work on project workbooks.
9.28.2009
September 2009 Clover Chronicle
September 2009 Clover Chronicle can be found online here.
Be sure to read to keep up to date on 4-H information.
Be sure to read to keep up to date on 4-H information.
9.14.2009
Thank You
From Sandie Paden:
Thank you to all of you for your very generous gift to me as I finish being a 4-H leader. Your cards and letters were all very sweet. Stephanie, your tree was awesome and I have enjoyed it since our get together. It has been a joy to share with you throughout the years. I am left with many sweet memories and friendships.
Thank you,
Sandie
Thank you to all of you for your very generous gift to me as I finish being a 4-H leader. Your cards and letters were all very sweet. Stephanie, your tree was awesome and I have enjoyed it since our get together. It has been a joy to share with you throughout the years. I am left with many sweet memories and friendships.
Thank you,
Sandie
8.11.2009
End of Year Party
The Blue Ribbons end of year party will be on
August 22, 2009 at 4:00pm
at the Paden's house.
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Hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided along with tableware.
Each family is asked to bring a couple of sides and lawnchairs.
Lemonade will also be provided. If you want something else to drink, you are welcome to bring it.
August 22, 2009 at 4:00pm
at the Paden's house.
View Larger Map
Hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided along with tableware.
Each family is asked to bring a couple of sides and lawnchairs.
Lemonade will also be provided. If you want something else to drink, you are welcome to bring it.
6.08.2009
2009 Allen County Fair
The 2009 Allen County 4-H fair is July 21-26.
Here is an online schedule of events during the week. Check your Clover Chronicle for more details.
Here is an online schedule of events during the week. Check your Clover Chronicle for more details.
June 2009 Meeting
Our next meeting will be at
The Chapel
from 1-3 p.m.
Please bring a snack to share and a non-perishable food item to donate to the food bank.
All 4-Hers 3rd grade and above that have not presented a demonstration yet this year are encouraged to come with one prepared for this meeting. They do not need to be long but loud and informative would be nice.
Call Sandie Paden if you have any questions.
The Chapel
from 1-3 p.m.
Please bring a snack to share and a non-perishable food item to donate to the food bank.
All 4-Hers 3rd grade and above that have not presented a demonstration yet this year are encouraged to come with one prepared for this meeting. They do not need to be long but loud and informative would be nice.
Call Sandie Paden if you have any questions.
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