The April meeting of Starlite FCE was held at the Yeager Building on the Bourbon County Fair grounds. Vice President Joyce Allen called the meeting to order and led the club in the Pledge of Allegiance and the club collect. Eight members were in attendance and reported that they had volunteered forty-seven hours and had recycled 2110 pounds.
Doris Ericson reported that the bake less bake sale had raised $174 and that she had sent in 1000 Best Choice labels. She also reported that she had sent $40 to the 4-H fair premiums and $50 for open class premiums. Deb Lust moved that we accept the Treasurers report, Karen Peery seconded the motion, motion carried.
Joyce announced that the Easter eggs had been delivered to Tri-Valley and that Jack Jackson had presented the lesson on Men’s health to the Uniontown Ruritan Club. Twelve members and guests were in attendance. It was also announced that at the Area Recognition Day that Betty Johnson was recognized as the area Heart of FCE representing the Southeast Kansas District. Starlite received First Place in the District in Education with our program on Last Wishes. We also received Second with our Community Service project. Bourbon County FCE clubs received 100% reporting award and Starlite received a gold seal.
Doris Ericson announced that Aging with Attitude will be held April 28th in Parsons. Joyce Allen passed around a Sympathy card for Helen Carson. She will be greatly missed.
Jack Jackson will be presenting the lesson on Mens Health to our club on June 15th and again at the Fair.
Betty Johnson moved that the meeting be adjourned, Doris Ericson seconded the motion, meeting adjourned.
After the meeting Joyce Allen presented the program on “Healthy Body, Healthy Brain.” Refreshment of Orange and Strawberry yogurt pie, mints, nuts and water were provided by LeAnna Taylor and Joyce Allen and enjoyed by all.
Prepared by
Terri Williams