The pledge to the American flag was led by Hannah T. and the pledge to the 4-H flag was led by Elizabeth R. There were 40 Room 4-U 4-H members in attendance.
After the pledges, Mrs. S. installed our 2009 Room 4-U Officers. She defined the 4-H motto and a charge was read for each office, as a candle was lit for each new officer as follows: Kara R. as President; Jillian S., as Vice President, was noted as being absent; Rachel N. as Secretary; Katherine C. as News Reporter; Bethany R. as Treasurer; Elizabeth A. as Devotion Leader; Bethany G. as Historian; Taya L., Hannah T., and Julia T. as Song Leaders; Sarah N., as Health and Safety; and Hannah and Jacquelyn K. as Recreation Leaders.
Bethany R. gave the Treasurer’s Report, stating that we currently have $393.39 in checking and $98.11 in savings. She also stressed the importance of geranium sales which provide money for postcards, postage, our annual Mother-Daughter Banquet and point prizes.
The Secretary’s Report, prepared by Katherine C., was given by Rachel N.
Julia T., Hannah T. and Taya L. led us in singing, “The 4-H Trail Song,” the “Bear Song,” and “Doggie in the Window.”
Our Health and Safety Report was given by Sarah N. on athlete’s foot. She explained that it is a fungal infection that itches, but can be prevented by wearing flip flops in public restrooms or camp showers and by not sharing shoes. Symptoms noted were flaky skin, itchiness and blisters. In the event that athlete’s foot is discovered, a visit to the doctor for proper treatment was recommended.
Devotions were led by Elizabeth A. who read an article called, “Life Isn’t” from Chicken Soup for the Soul. She expressed that life isn’t about trivial things, but about loving others and using your life to touch another person’s. She also read II Corinthians 10:12-13, 17 and 18.
Old Business was presented by Mrs. S. She reminded us to pick up our pins and point prizes from last year. She also made sure that everyone present had a point sheet. Sign-ups for building supervision at the fair, demonstrations and refreshments were passed around the room.
New Business was introduced by Kara R. presenting the Mother-Daughter committee sign-up sheet and the Show & Tell sign-up sheet for our March 3rd meeting. Next, Mrs. S. explained Hacienda Days and Geranium Sales. She set forth a goal that we should each try to sell at least 50 geraniums or give a $20 donation to the club in order to participate in the pizza party at our June meeting. She also stated that recognition awards would be presented to the top three sellers. Kara then presented our 2009 meeting dates and tentative themes, which were noted as follows:
- March 3rd – Habitat for Humanity aluminum cans, Focus on 4-H (dress in 4-H colors, pins, etc.) Show & Tell projects.
- March 31st – Wild Side of 4-H, bring a stuffed animal for points, Food Drive for Local Food Pantry
- May 5th – Mother-Daughter Banquet, Theme is ‘Picnic in the Park’
- June 2nd – Pizza Party, Mock Judging, Ice cream Social & Pajama party
- June 29th – Record Sheet Completion and Fair Pass Distribution at Mrs. S. house
Our Community Service project was to create Valentines for Greencroft Nursing Home Residents.
Refreshments were provided by: Elizabeth A., Katherine C., Bethany G., Amanda M., and Leah R. Jori Y. and Room 4-U provided the beverages. Our adult helpers were: Becky A. and Sarah R.
