Education:

President, Karen Long, opened the meeting and welcomed guests from Delaware County.  Marsha Kiss introduced the evening’s educational speaker.  Meagan Laird, President of the Marysville FFA Chapter, gave a presentation and demonstration on saving tomato seeds. After removing the seeds from the fruit, they need to be placed in some type of cup, covered with water and sealed with plastic wrap. This allows the seeds to ferment, a necessary process in proper seed saving for tomatoes. Once all of the seeds have settled to the bottom (usually about a week) you can drain off the water and place the seeds on a paper towel or plate to dry.  They can then be safely stored in an envelope.  Be sure to remember to label the seeds throughout the process.

Kathy Altizer reported that the plant sale was very successful.  The only problem was that we ran out of plants just a few hours into the sale.  A follow-up meeting for the committee will be scheduled.  Approximately 900 plants sold, giving us a profit of roughly $1,900.

Leaping Frog Award

The frog has returned! After disappearing last month, she suddenly reappeared in George’s office and was given to recipient Miriam Carson.  Apparently, she had been in hiding due to threats by Miss Piggy (related to relationships involving Kermit).  While visiting with Miriam, the frog attended the Marion Popcorn Festival, Affair of the Hort at Inniswood and checked out possible sites for next year’s Tour of Gardens.  Miriam awarded the frog to Carolyn Gibeaut.  Upon receiving the frog, Carolyn stated that she felt the frog was ready for a rest and she expected the time spent with her would be relatively uneventful when compared to past adventures. 

Prizes were awarded for the Tomato Contest: 

    Ugliest – Jill Ricker
    Ripest – Carolyn Gibeaut
    Smallest – Jill Ricker
    Biggest – Roberta Gordon
    Best Non-Red – Deb Brown
    Best of Show – Deb Brown

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