The Town ‘N Kountry Kids Blue Group met on Monday, Aug. 2, at the Letcher Community Center. Twenty-seven members were present for the meeting. The meeting was called to order by Vice President Delaney Zoss. The pledges were led by Cain Zoss and Ramsey Fouberg. Roll call was completed by Shay Bechen. The secretary’s report was read by Janet Maechen and approved. Payton Uecker gave the treasurer’s report, Teagen Moody made a motion to approve, and it was seconded by Ramsey Fouberg. 

Old Business:

Kelly Wilson reported on how the eye glass collection boxes did, and they will be turned into the office now.   

Denny Fouberg will be spraying the weeds in the park between the community center and Jake’s Lounge.

New Business: 

Janet brought up the new exhibit form that will be required for static exhibits for the county and state fairs.  There will be a four entry limit at the state fair on static exhibits. The new form can be found online. 

Janet reviewed the interview process. Members are limited to four interview-judged items at the county level. Several members role played with Janet. This practice was used as an example to members on how to answer questions when interviewing with the judge.

The work schedule for Achievement Days will be coming out soon. 

The group discussed purchasing a new projector for use in the community center. Tiffany Hoffman shared that the Letcher Community Group is also looking at purchasing a new Smart TV.  This discussion was tabled until a decision is made by the Letcher Community Group.

The club is responsible for the lunch stand on Saturday during Achievement Days from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

The next meeting is Sunday, Sept 12, at 2 p.m.

The meeting was adjourned.

Talks/Demonstrations included: 

• Caleb Kneen “How I made a gun rack at school” (Wood Science);

• Riley Kneen “How to make a S’maco;”

• Adalyn Tucker “How to make a snowflake” (Home Environment) with Sidney Richardson;

• Shay Bechen “Dirt Bike Safety and Maintenance” (Safety);

• Teagen Moody “Farm Safety Tips” (Safety);

• Westen White “Building a Bird House” (Wood Science);

• Landon Hoffman “How to build a Semi from a kit” (Kit-Wood Science);

• Oaklyn Plamp “Hot Glue Earrings” (Visual Art or Hobbies and Collections);

• Memphis Moody “How to make a Sensory Bottle”  (Child Development).

• Memphis Moody “How to make a Sensory Bottle”  (Child Development).

…See pictures in the Aug. 12 issue of the Sanborn Weekly Journal!

The Town ‘N Kountry Kids Red Crew 4-H Club met on Monday, July 26, at the Woonsocket Community Center.

Prior to the meeting, club members enjoyed a light supper and prepared “Thinking of You” cards to send to their elderly friends. Luke Larson presented an illustrated talk on Noxious Weeds of South Dakota and then led a range plant identification activity.

The meeting was called to order by Co-Vice President Dilyn Brooks. The Flag Pledge was led by Chris and Ty Burkel, and the 4-H Pledge was led by Emmitt Feistner. 

Roll call was led by Devyn Brooks with the topic, “My Favorite Fruit,” which was answered by 12 members.  

The secretary’s report was read by Co-Secretary Acaiya Schultz and approved as read. The treasurer’s report was given by Co-Treasurer Lane Burkel. It was moved by Ty, seconded by Acaiya, to approve the report as presented. Motion carried.  

Reports were given by Lane on the Memorial Day program, Elisha Schultz on the Special Foods Contest, Acaiya on the Public Speaking Contest, Emmitt on the Horse Show, and Ty on CDM/Horticulture Judging.  

The club discussed the progress of the 20/20 Vision Project to collect gently used eyeglasses to donate.

Members discussed the plans to have a Parade of Purples at the Prairie View Healthcare Center after Achievement Days. A day and time will be determined.  

Discussion was held on the upcoming Achievement Days.  Leader Paula Linke will work to schedule a baking project day.

For fundraising, club members have an opportunity to help in the Cattleman’s Booth at Dakotafest and the State Fair. They have also been asked to set barrels Oct. 2-3.

The next meeting will be scheduled in August.

…See a photo in this week’s issue fo the Sanborn Weekly Journal!

The 4-H Building in Forestburg was overflowing with high fashion and modeling at the recent 4-H Fashion Revue Contest on Wednesday, July 28. Ten 4-Hers and one Cloverbud did an incredible job putting together their outfits and showing them off to the judges! The 11 contestants kept the two judges, Jeanette Linke and Cindy Larson, busy with a total of 21 outfits!  

New to the Fashion Revue Contest this year was a one to two minute oral presentation to the judges for the Senior 4-H members. The presentation could include information about the garment being modeled, learning experiences or activities in the clothing and textile project, future project/personal plans, and any other information related to their 4-H career. Beginner and Junior members were asked to introduce themselves before their evaluation by stating their name, county and one additional personal fact. 

Senior members are judged on their oral presentation skills, oral presentation content, appearance of outfit/garment, responses to judges’ questions and their modeling.  Beginner and Junior members are evaluated on their interview and personal presentation, modeling, appearance of outfit/garment, and the total look created with the use of complementing accessories

See photos and results in this week’s issue of the Sanborn Weekly Journal.