The Howard 4-H Club met on August 24 for its monthly business meeting at the Will Gill Pavilion.
The club’s new President, Kaydence Erickson, introduced herself, leaders Tracy and Joanne Ylarregui, and welcomed returning members, new members, parents and leaders.
She then called the club’s new leadership team to be introduced, with each member stepping forward and greeting the club.
Past President Tori Herd was thanked for her outstanding service to the Howard 4-H club, and will be presented with an honorary President duffle bag during Christmas break from Oklahoma State University.
The business portion of the meeting then commenced. The National 4-H Week Display will be set up from October 4-10. Member Oliver Kirchert and the Erickson family are chairing the event, and will set up a display of the Howard 4-H club in a local business in hopes of informing and intriguing the public.
Members Fiona Hawkins and David Jones requested donations for the local Animal Shelter, and asked that any and all donations be brought to the next club meeting.
Tracy Ylarregui announced to the club that the 4-H Leaders Council Tri-Tip Drive-Thru Dinner Fundraiser will be held October 19 at the Madera fairgrounds.
Howard 4-H members with club record books that competed and became a County project winner or medalist were recognized and received a cash award and gift bag.
Before the meeting concluded, project leaders introduced themselves and gave club members a brief explanation of their projects. The meeting was adjourned, and members rushed to sign up for returning and new projects for the year.
Hosts and Hostesses provided refreshments for members on their way out. The next club meeting will be held October 12 at the Ylarregui Ranch.