New 4-H Clubs in Siler City

September 2006

We successfully launched our 4-H clubs in Siler City early in the summer. A total of 20 children who are on our waiting list for mentors participated in a 4-H project entitled "Public Adventures" where we learned about citizenship, democracy and our community.

The enthusiastic 4-H members, who range in age from 5-19, went on litter patrol in town, started a homework club, raised money at a carwash ($110 in the rain!) and are working on creating a community watch program at Landreth-Siler Park. They toured the Police Department, took a walking tour of the town, played kickball, met with community leaders and had many hours of meaningful interaction learning about respect, giving back to the community and leadership skills. We have discovered some natural born leaders in these clubs that would have otherwise gone unnoticed.

Many thanks to Sarah Kotzian from Chatham Co. 4-H who helped us get the project off the ground and provided us with materials and resources. Donald Dones, Siler City Parks and Recreation Director, who is clearly committed to helping Siler kids reach their potential, regularly participates in the club and allows us to use the Community Center at no charge. Jodi York, CCT! volunteer, and the parents of these rising stars helped in many ways and we are very grateful for their involvement. We welcome new members and volunteers to ANY Chatham County 4-H club (there are 4). Call me!

Car wash

Kickball team

Litter patrol