November 22, 2006

So, first thing, our office will be closed Thursday and Friday, open again on Monday.

If you have any members exhibiting at the Walter Gerlach Show, we need their names to send them eligibility forms. Please send us a list ASAP.

If you have any members that missed our first deadline for major shows, our second deadline is Monday, Nov. 27, 5 p.m. with a $25 late fee.

We just received information from NAMIWalks for the Mind of America. This is a nationwide fundraising program for mental health awareness. The San Antonio walk is scheduled for April 14, but plans are going on now. Call 734-3349 or visit the website at namisat@aol.com for more information.

Now chocolate is over, its time to be planning on what to budget with our profit that was made. Mark your calendar to attend the Finance Task Force Planning Meeting on Monday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m. here at our office S-208.

Please encourage your graduating seniors to attend the Scholarship Training on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m., here at our office, S-208. 4-H offers over 200 scholarship with 4-H Foundation due in February.

Bexar County Junior Livestock Show eligibility forms will be mailed on Monday.

Last swine validation date is Monday, Nov. 27 3:30-6 p.m. this is the last date.

Helotes Clover Classic Pig Show is this Saturday, Nov. 25 at the Walter Gerlach Show grounds. See the flyer enclosed in your November newsletter for complete details.

We have received very few Council Delegate reservations for the Council Party at Laser Quest on Dec. 7.

We just received information on the Texas Teen Retreat camp. It is scheduled for Jan. 5-7. Deadline to sign up is Dec. 12. This camp is for members 13-19 with a cost of $100 which pays for lodging, meals and snacks. This camp includes exploring creativity, communication skills, working with audiences of all ages and lots more.

If you need any info on any of the above articles, please let us know.