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Club Dems and Discussions One morning of the conference was given ,0 club exhibits and demonstrations and to group discussions of questions relating to club work, the groups presenting their findings to the general assembly. The demonstrations were “Selecting Ma- terials and Colors for Bedroom Accessories," by Joan and Evelyn Weatherston of West Flamboro Club, Wentworth county: "The Art of Making Muffins by Lois McNabb, Janet ,Nurse and Lynn Rodgers of Ashgrove Club in Halton; and an exhibit, “Salads” with com- mentator Leora 1ch of Beehive Club in Wel- lington. The club leaders, Mrs. A. L. Stopps, Mrs. Ward Brownridge and Mrs. A. Schmocker were present. One of the questions submitted to discussion groups was what special meaning the 4 H’s (Head, Hand, Heart and Health) in the club emblem have for the members in their club work. Some of the answers were that the "Head" sh0uld develop clear, mature llll minute run , IEDWOOIIIEEESSURI! . fil’ “ ruitmn mm mints Joan and Evelyn Weolherslone, of West Flumhoro Club, Wentworth County, give a demonstration on "Materials and Colors for Bedroom Accessories," thinking and common sense; should help us to gain knowledge, to use initiative and re- sourcefulness, to be responsible and underâ€" standing. Through the Head we should learn to be both organizers and volunteer wmkers. The “Hand” stands for physical capabilities, Hands should acquire skills, serve others, take responsibility for physical work in the home and the community. “Heart” might stand for either or both character and emotions, and should express sincerity, consideration, pa- tience, persistence. One group reported: "If YOU Wish to excel in anything you mttst put your heart into it.” To one group “Health” is the theme of the project “The Club Girl Stands on Guard”; it is also ncessary to the enjoyment of life and to carrying the responsibilities of the head, hands and heart. Another group said that “Health” in their program included a mid)( of first aid, proper food and sleep and mental attitudes. As 4-H Homemaking Club members what FALL 1965 Lois MeNohb, Jone! Nurse and lynn Rodgers of Ash- grove CIUb in Holton County demonstrate "The Art of Making Mullins." projects would the girls suggest to mark cen- tennial year in 1967? Suggestions included home beautification which might be done through garden clubs; heaving contests by counties to beautify farms and homes; in conâ€" tennial parades to help with floats to promote 4H: gather history of the county and start a museum. Girls might make a project of doing volunteer work in hospitals. it was noted that girls who begin club work when they are only twelve years old often do not continue. The girls were asked what they thought might be the reason for this: and in their own experience what factors had in- fluenced them to continue in club work. Some of their opinions were that a twelveâ€"ycur-oltl may join a club “for the glamour", because the older girls do. If she is not especially interested in cooking and sewing she is dis- illusioned so she quits: or if the senior girls “boss” the younger ones. or if a young mem- ber starts with a hard cluh she may become discouraged. A twelve-year-old just may not be mature enough for club work. If parents force her into club work she is not likely to enjoy it. As other reasons for quitting club work one group reported: "If no one is inter- ested in what you do. especially if there is no parental interest: if the Home Economist is tough: if leaders are not well enough informed. or do not check record books; if there is no challenge. The things listed that influenced them to continue in club work were: the influ- ence of parents, variety in types of projects; coming together with friends; the things learned by practical experience; the help cluh work gives in home economics at school: httw ing a good leader. Some answers to the question, “How do you find that being a member of a 4-H Homemakv 19