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Ministry of Agriculture and Food to nta rio n “ma rum Hon tome Mum-rm “Duly Mun-in anm “Fantastic!” “Rejuvenating!” “Inspiring!” “Fun!” - these were a few ofthe words that 233 4â€"H Homemaking ‘13 ub leaders used in describing the 3rd Annual 4-H Home- aking Club Leader's Provincial Conference which was eld at the Holiday Inn, Toronto, on November 19, 20 and To aid in meeting new friends. Joyce Canning, Regional {Supervisor of Home Economists. Guelph, directed a fun ’ activity â€" the Sack Shake. It wasn‘t long before each - ",.'.person had become acquainted with a number of fellow ileaders. Mrs. Dorothy Needles, Drama Consultant. led a session “fur half the group on “Skits without Scrambles‘. Leaders éwhad an Opportunliy to experiment with different ways of ‘ assisting members in developing ideas for skits. Creativity came to the fore as leaders put theory to practice with the ‘ “ aid of scarves, fabric, boxes. papers and pens. Through ’2'. discussion. leaders were able to share their techniques for E involving 4â€"H members in skits. ' Mrs. Beverley Brown Carson, Home Economist for Nor- folk & Haldimand counties introduced the other delegates " to “The Seven S's of Social Recreation". Through lecture and practical activity the leaders were able to discover the importance of â€" 1. Starters â€" The mixer games that make everyone feel at home. 2. Songs â€" By choosing familiar and easy songs, everyone becomes involved. 3. Spiritual Recreation â€" With songs or readings. this makes the audience think. i“ 4. Stretchers â€" Informal exercise is a good change of pace. 5.8tunts/Skits â€" These require preparation but always ; f: entertain the audience, 6. Socializers â€" These games and activities help people to get-to-know each other. ‘ .- 7. Signatures â€" A way to close-off an evening. ” .. The second day of conference saw the 4-H Homemaking club leaders at the Royal Winter Fair for the morning. Highlights at the fair included the 1981 Queen‘s Guineas 4~H Show, the Flower Show and the Foodland Ontario ‘ displays. The afternoon speaker, Dr. Terry Burrows. Toronto, "v caught the leaders‘ attention with his topic “Stress and 1 I, Adolescents". Dr. Burrows assured the leaders that stress is a fact of life and that our individual methods of dealing with stress form. in part, our personality. He pointed out that recognizing adolescent stress is a key to understanding and working with youth. The delegates were particularly in~ terested to hear Dr. Burrows‘ principles of stress manag- ment which are similar for adolescents and adults. A high» light of the afternoon was a demonstration on how effec- tively we can control stress within ourselves. Later. Ruth Marcou. Regional Supervisor of Home Economists, London. led a discussion and exchange of fig ideas on 4â€"H topics. The leaders had an opportunity to form 4-H Provincial Conference Miss Marjorie MacDonald, Regional Supervisor Home Economics Branch, Kingston Three Days to Remember!! in Ian 'nnc and g 'il ill 4â€"H Homemaking Club Ieaderrfmm various parts (If the Province discuss how rhey will introduce some oft/1c new idea: gained during the Conference. into their Club UK" tivitics. small groups and share their experiences as 4â€"H leaders in their individual communities. Friday's program was concluded with that evening's ban- quet. All leaders enjoyed the treat of having such a lovely meal served to them, Dr. Clare Rennie. Assistant Deputy Minister. Education. Research and Special Services. brought greetings on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food. The evening's speaker, Dr. Richard Barham. Department of Family Studies. University of Guelph, commented on “Families â€" Dead or Alive?". In his update on family statistics and situations, Dr. Barham emphastzed the posiv tive attitude that families will continue in society. He dis- cuSSed the many variations in family combinations which are present today. The final conference session. on Saturday morning was given to the vital topic "Leadership is Communication". Mr. Jim Mitchell. Grey County Board of Education. used many examples from home and school situations to illus- trate the importance of communications. He stressed five aspects of communications â€" self concept â€" listening 7 clarity of expression â€"â€" coping with anger â€" self disclosure The delegates were able to see the effectiveness of the various communication methods which they use, The conference windAup featured closing comments from Lorraine Holding, Associate Director, Home Economics Branch. All leaders left for home having gained new friends. new experiences, new Ideas and new enthusiasm for the vital role which they play in the community. "Learn to do by doing" â€" the motto of 4-H â€" applies to leaders as well as members as they share their new ideas with fellow leaders and 4-H members in their own counties. 7]