Submitted by Diana Shook
The wind howled, and the temperatures outside were wintry Friday night, but inside the Calhoun Park Barn, twenty-eight 4-H'ers were enjoying the fun and warmth of this year's "Up-All-Night," event.
A tradition in Calhoun, the annual Up-All-Night is an opportunity for 4-H members and guests to gather and enjoy one another while mingling, dancing and playing games under the supervision of adult volunteers.
Members bring sleeping bags, pillows, games, CDs, videos, television and game systems to play throughout the night.
Jeff Jones provided music from 9:30-1:00, and the event came to a close at 7 a.m. Saturday when everyone enjoyed breakfast before going home.
Over 75% of those attending staid up all night. By the time it was over, everyone had an opportunity to make new friends and discover new talents.
Karen Jacobs had a nice craft table set up all night for everyone.
This year's participating 4-H members included; Emily Bain, Tyler Carpenter, Kenny Chriswell, Meghan Chriswell, Elizabeth Duskey, Ashley Houchin, Matt Houchin, Sara Husk, Chucky Kendall, Danielle Kendall, Maria Kisner, Arla Lane, Kenzie Laughlin, Jordan Mace, Jeffrey Miller, Rebbicca Newlon, Brittaney Potter, Stephanie Roberts, Angelica Samples, Anna Sampson, Amala Saum, Caleb Schoolcraft, Dana Thomas, Jeremy Watkins, Nathan Watkins, Brittney Whystell, Jessica Wood, Samantha Yoak.
With any 4-H event, its success depends on the willingness of adults to volunteer their time and energy. This year's Up-All-Night was chaperoned by Jeff Himes, Kelley Houchin, Karen Jacobs, Phil Kisner, Jacob McCumbers, Sandy McCumbers, Kenny Sampson, and Diana Shook.
A special thank you is in order for all adults who helped provide a safe environment and for all the 4-H'ers and their guests for behaving so well throughout the entire night.
Programs and activities offered by the West Virginia University Extension Service are available to all persons without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political beliefs, sexual orientation, national origin, and marital or family status. If you would like to learn more, volunteer or join the Calhoun County 4-H program call the Extension Office at 354-6332. |
