CONGRATULATIONS TO MATTHEW AND MASON DEHLINGER for their terrific accomplishments at the National Engineering Challenge at Purdue University in early October. Matthew won first place in welding and Mason took first in tractor driving. They both also participated in the Engineering Quiz Bowl on the Illinois team with 2 other youth and came in second, one point off the mark of first place. They earned the trip to Nationals by winning in their respective divisions in Illinois earlier this year. These boys can serve as encouragement to other Richland County youth who have skills in any of the engineering fields such as electricity, robotics, bicycle, aerospace, etc. The Illinois contests usually take place in June in Champaign. Watch the Newsletter for announcements of such opportunities.
Be sure to attend the Achievement Night ceremonies on November 6. We need to show our youth our support and let them know just how proud we are of them all. Just a reminder to the Golden Harvesters, Berryville Jr Farmers and Builders of the Future clubs to bring 8 dozen cookies each to this event. Please bring your food items for the food pantry. See you there!
October
26 – Federation mtg., 7 p.m., Ext. mtg. rm. (costumes)
November
3 – Small engine school, 6-8 p.m., Schneider Repair
6 – Achievement Night, 7 p.m., 1st U.M. Church
7 – Paper drive, Progressive Farmers
10 – Small engine school, 6-8 p.m., Schneider Repair
11 – Veteran's Day Parade, 10:30 a.m., TrustBank
17 – Small engine school, 6-8 p.m., Schneider Repair
23 – Federation mtg., 7 p.m., Ext. mtg. rm
26-27 – Thanksgiving vacation, office closed
Happy Thanksgiving to all!
December
5 – Paper drive, Federation
13 – Cloverbud/Federation Christmas party
23 – Livestock enrollments due in office
24 - Jan. 1 – Holidays, Office closed
30 – Federation Bucket Brigade, 5-9 p.m.
January
2 – Paper drive, Federation
7 – Blood drive,1st U.M.Church – Club needed
30 – Leader's Banquet, Holiday, 5:30 p.m.
At the September meeting of 4-H Federation, plans were made for upcoming events during the coming year. Committees were formed to help with Achievement Night:
- all members are to help set up chairs at 6:15 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church, 335 S. Fair St., Olney (diagonally across from the Extension office);
- take in food items and count: Ryan Ochs and Austin Zwilling
- carry up flags: Alexandra Brewer and Bridget Brian
- help hand out awards: Audrey Burgener and Kenzie Zwilling
- help serve refreshments: Angie Branstetter and Heather Henson
- clean up: EVERYONE
Dates were chosen for participating in the Bucket Brigade: December 30 was the only one of the 3 open so the Federation will be working the Brigade from 5 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, December 30.
Christmas parties will be Sunday, December 13, with the Cloverbud party from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. and the Federation party to follow at about 3:30. There will be a short business meeting before the fun and games. Committees include: Cloverbud party = Audrey, Trevor, Maggie, Haley, Alexandra, Rachel and Sydney; Federation = Ryan, Eric, Austin, Ross and Anthony.
Jr. High Lock-in was discussed, then tabled until the October meeting.
The September meeting closed with pizza for everyone and drinks provided by Rachel Pampe, Haley Utley, Sydney Pitts and Heather Henson.
The next meeting will be October 26 at 7:00 p.m. Mason is the scheduled speaker; he will talk about the National Engineering Contest he attended. It was suggested that everyone come in costumes for the Halloween season, which was roundly approved by the kids. Refreshment committee for October is the Sagers and Zwillings. Election of officers will take place at this meeting also.
The annual Veteran's Day Parade will be Wednesday, November 11. All marchers are asked to meet at the TrustBank on east Main St. about 10:00 a.m. The parade will begin its march to the courthouse at 10:30 a.m. sharp. In case of rain, please go to the VFW hall for the ceremonies. 4-H members are asked to please wear their 4-H shirts and carry their club banners. If any club is interested in carrying the county 4-H banner, please call the office. There is no school November 11 but the Extension office will be open.
à A craft show is planned in Dundas November 21 and 22; the organizer is looking for a 4-H or other civic club to sell a lunch those days.They don't have large crowds but the club would keep all their profits. If any club is interested, please call Betty Meers at 618-754- 3551 as
soon as possible.
à The Salvation Army is looking for "Tree of Lights" campaign bell ringers at Wal-Mart and IGA stores from 9:00 a.m. through 9:00 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays through Saturdays beginning November 18 up to December 24. Please contact Matt Taylor or Jessie Taylor at 838-6155 if you/your club can help.
à Operation Home Front is asking 4-H to help them with care packages for our service men and women stationed overseas. They are in need of snack items such as packaged candy, gum, rice crispy treats, mints, lifesavers, cheese crackers, etc; and personal care items such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, wet wipes, chap stick, card games, word search and puzzle books, etc. If anyone or group would care to donate to this cause, you may contact Genelle Beck at 838-5883 for more information, or drop items off at the Extension office for her to pick up. Items may also be brought to 4-H Achievement Night November 6. Please clearly label your donation for Operation Home Front so items are not confused with our annual non-perishable food drive for our local food pantry also being collected at Achievement Night. OHF would also appreciate people writing/making greeting cards of any kind for our soldiers, to let them know we appreciate their service to our country. All items need to be collected before November 20 as they will be packing boxes then for delivery overseas before Christmas.
à 2010 Citizenship Washington Focus trip is now open for applications on line only!
This is a weeklong program (July 10-17, 2010) that will provide you with many insights into the workings of our federal government. Through small group sessions at the National 4-H Center you'll learn about federal legislation, the political parties, the Bill of Rights, and how to make a positive impact in your community. Sight seeing will include Arlington National Cemetery, Jefferson Memorial, Mt. Vernon, Smithsonian, U.S. Capitol and other famous memorials. Delegates must be 14-18 years of age by May 1, 2010. Minimum cost is $1,050. The fee includes: CWF registration, room and board at the National 4-H Center; most meals; and bus transportation to, from and around Washington, D.C. Deadline for registration is December 15, 2009. Register at https://webs.extension.uiuc.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=3650. Remember that Richland County 4-H members can receive scholarships through our 4-H Foundation; call the office (395-2191) for details.
à The Illinois State 4-H Youth Leadership Team is announcing the formation of a Speaking for Illinois 4-H or SF4-H group. The purpose of SFI4-H is to train 4-H members in advanced public speaking skills and business etiquette to effectively promote the University of Illinois Extension 4-H Youth Development Program. The goal is to offer a team of teen speakers across the state that are available to speak to civic groups, potential donors, and elected officials on the local, state and federal level. If you would be interested in joining this effort, register on line for the training, which will be on November 14 in Springfield, at https://webs.extension.uiuc.edu/registration/default.cfm?RegistrationID=3578. Please notify the office if you plan on attending. Again, scholarships are available for 4-H members from the Richland County 4-H Foundation.
à The 2009-10 Illinois Farm Bureau & Affiliates 4-H Premier LCP Award application is available on line at http://my.extension.uiuc.edu/documents/8090109090909/2009-10%20LCPapp.doc, or in the office. LCP is short for Leadership, Citizenship & Professionalism. This award is open to 17-19 year old 4-H'ers (age as of December 1, 2009), and are due in our office by December 10. The program is designed to recognize and promote achievement in the agricultural industry.
à National 4-H Conference is March 20-26, 2010 at the National 4-H Center in Chevy Chase, MD. This is for youth 15-18 years of age. Statements of Interest are due December 7 for the Illinois delegation which will consist of 5-6 teens. Information, applications and details about costs, etc., are available in the office.
à Judith Taylor, Extension Educator, shares this web site which is pretty amazing for those interested in aerospace: http://i.usatoday.net/tech/graphics/iss_timeline/flash.htm
à The Babysitters Clinic will again be held this year on Saturday, February 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This is open to youth 12 years of age and older. Participants do not need to be members of 4-H to attend. Mark your calendars now, tell your friends, and be watching later Newsletters for details. Registration deadline will be February 5, 2010.
à A First-Year Member meeting will be held in January 2010, date to be determined. This is for youth and parents new to 4-H. Youngsters and parents will have a chance to explore what is involved when completing projects, learn the procedures to follow, and ask questions,. In the meantime, if you have a problem or question, please check with your club leader or call the office for help.
The semi-annual Small Engine School will be held on consecutive Tuesday's in November: the 3rd, 10th, and 17th. All classes will begin at 6:00 p.m. and end at about 8:00 p.m. Classes will be held at Schneider Repair Shop, 6776 N. Stringtown Rd. The school is open at all youth age 8 and older. Participants should bring a four-cycle engine, eight horsepower or less, and have the oil and gasoline drained. Bring a box to put engine parts in, rags for wiping hands on, appropriate tools if available, and wear work clothes. Please register for the classes by calling the Extension office (395-2191) by October 30. There is no charge for this course. If you don't have an engine to work on, please call Jim Schneider at 618-754-3692 to see if he has one available.
Everyone is invited to attend Achievement Night
on Friday, November 6, 2009, at 7:00 p.m.
at the First United Methodist Church, 335 S. Fair St., Olney
All Cloverbuds, 4-H members, their families and leaders are encouraged to attend
4-H members will be recognized for their accomplishments during the 2008-09 year Clubs are asked to bring your banners and present them during opening ceremony
Installation of Federation officers
Entertainment
Refreshments
Now that we have started a new 4-H year, youth are reminded to complete their enrollment forms and return to their club leaders as quickly as possible. Due to rising costs of postage and handling, the office usually does not enter enrollments/order manuals until leaders believe all returning club members have turned in their forms. This way, all manuals come together and not "piece-meal" which is very expensive postage wise. Please help us keep your costs down by returning enrollments promptly. Remember: all those taking livestock projects MUST have enrollment forms in the office by December 23, 2009, in order to sell at the auction.
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