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The Julian Historical Society Presents:
Cows, Ploughs And So Much More
The Mission and History of the Future Farmers of America The Future Farmers of America (FFA) was founded in 1928 by Agriculture Teachers at the Virginia Polytechnic Institute to become one of the largest youth organizations in the United States with over 650,000 members in 7,665 Chapters in all 50 states. The Julian Chapter alone has been active for many years and numerous Historical Society members were Future Farmers in their youth. Dedicated Chapter Advisor Dale Fullerton is justly proud of the many livestock show awards won by his "young stockmen." As Dale often says, FFA is "not just about Cows and Ploughs. We teach responsibility, leadership and small business skills designed to make our kids better citizens." The Julian Chapter of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) has been active for an amazing 56 years, encouraging youth, building character and the teaching valuable adult as well as citizenship skills through agriculture project management, leadership skill development, public speaking participation and intense mentoring. Successful completion of agricultural projects emphasizes commitment and responsibility, often resulting in profitable livestock auction for the FFA member if the stock places well in the shows. By the way, FFA is coed, with many successful young women also raising and showing stock as well as demonstrating the true family partnership present in small agricultural businesses. Dale is particularly proud of his Chapter's accomplishments. Most other community chapters are sponsored by much larger schools from heavily populated San Diego County or community areas. These chapters often enjoy heavy financial subsidies and corporate support. This requires extraordinary efforts on the part of Julian Chapter members to do more with less and to be as successful as they are. Each member takes on a year-long project consisting of financial management of a loan for stock purchase, fund raising and daily animal care, feeding, cleanup and showing for market auction. All project stock such as cattle, sheep, pigs, goats and poultry is raised for market auction sufficient to hopefully repay loans and animal care expenses. Any profits realized are used by the members for future education, or reinvested in the next year's project. These hard working, responsible and motivated young people as well as their parents deserve your support and generosity. Our congratulations to the Julian FFA Chapter, our young Future Farmers and leaders and special thanks to Mr. Dale Fullerton for his encouragement of these fine young people. Come hear about the FFA and what Mr. Fullerton has to say. Wednesday, June 25th at 7pm in the Julian Historical Society Headquarters, 2133 4th St., Admission is free. membership information is available and refreshments will be served.
Learn to Be a Nature Docent Saturday, June 20, 10am–1pm Volcan Mountain Nature Center, 22850 Volcan Road, Julian The Volcan Mountain Foundation (VMF) has a growing volunteer docent group led by VMF's Education Coordinator, Kathleen Beck and naturalist Mary Aldern. On Saturday, June 20 from 10am–1pm, discover VMF's Volcan Mountain Nature Center and learn how to share your passion for nature with visitors from youth to adult. New participants are welcome and encouraged to come and explore their interest in sharing nature with others. In this session, participants will learn about leading hikes and how to engage with a hiking audience. You will also work on design classes using an outline for a fun and knowledgeable outdoor experience. Please RSVP to Kathleen Beck by Friday, June 19 at 760-5183273 or VMFEducation@VolcanMt.org. Visit the Volcan Mountain Foundation's website at www.VolcanMt.org for ongoing updates of events and activities on and around Volcan Mountain.
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“San Diego Legends”, Saturday At The Library
Thought you knew everything about San Diego history? Bet you don’t! The Julian Branch library is pleased to be hosting author Jack Innis on Saturday, June 20, at 2 PM as he speaks about his book “San Diego Legends.” He will also be showing a slide presentation. “San Diego Legends” brings together extraordinary accounts of famous and infamous people, places, and events in San Diego’s past. Some of history’s most colorful characters have “made headlines” in San Diego — and this book has the stories behind the news stories. These fascinating accounts range from the 1852 murder of the city’s first mayor to the glamorous lives of modern stars of stage and screen who called San Diego home. The author has also researched and included a dozen Kumeyaay Indian tales. This new second edition has 100 new stories and legends, making this the ultimate reference for San Diego’s legends. The book brings together continued on page 14
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The Dance #9
Julian’s Annual Party had everything going for it, great music, good food and lots of folks on the dance floor. The SAL can also thank mother nature for the best weather in recent memory.
Julian Arts Guild Demonstration:
Painting With Michael Steirnagle
Artist Michael Steirnagle will be giving a demonstration of his techniques on June 23 at 6 pm in the Julian library. Sponsored by the Julian Arts Guild, this demonstration is free to the public and all who are interested are welcome. It should be a wonderful program. His work is outstanding.
Triangle Club Donates To Town Hall Restoration
Garnette Welch, representing the Julian Triangle Club, presented a more than generous donation of $2,747.58 to Patti Thornburgh and Betty Birdsell for the Julian Town Hall Restoration Project. Last summer, the Triangle Club informed the JTHRP that they would sponsor a fundraising event in the spring of 2015. The members of the Club, under the direction of Garnette, presented a tremendously successful two-night murder mystery dinner theater in late April. All the profit was donated to the JTHRP. Julian Chamber of Commerce office staff member, Krisie Morgan and Renee Engel, owner of Main Street Carriage Company, were responsible for a donation of $303.00 to the JTHRP fund. These ladies ran a no-host bar sponsored by the JCC at both nights of the event. The cast members and those other volunteers participating in the event are most certainly to be commended for giving two nights of joy and entertainment to Julian. Those attending the event have voiced anticipation for another such presentation. The members of the Triangle Club are very active in raising funds for the benefit of Julian. They donate hard earned money to scholarships for local students, the maintenance and upgrading of the Julian Town Hall and many other worthy causes in the community. Betty Birdsell and Patti Thornburgh most certainly appreciate their tireless efforts to help better Julian and to helping the JTHRP fund grow.
Mr. Steirnagle is a figurative painter using oils as his medium. Moving between left and right brain (form and content) Michael finds pleasure in both worlds. Usually using the figure as his subject, he seeks to find a comfortable balance between these 2 opposing forces, unconsciously letting life events and emotions effect the end result. He finds the painting experience to be a total emersion in a sea of lush paint and color which, hopefully, evolve into a pleasurable and meaningful experience for the viewer. Michael divides his time between his studio in Escondido and Costa Rica. His work is shown in several galleries across the country, including one in Escondido. You can visit his website at https://w w w.facebook.com/ MichaelSteirnagleStudio or http://www.Steirnagle.com
Julian Backcountry Quilt Trail Continues to Grow
The Julian Backcountry Quilt Trail (JBQT) continues its expansion with new installations in the Santa Ysabel area. A quilt trail is a driving route along which property owners have installed large wooden panels painted with quilt block designs. The Julian Woman’s Club, sponsor of the first quilt trail in southern California, is working on four blocks to be completed within the month. Homeowners and businesses within 30 miles of Julian are invited to join the trail as a way to encourage economic development in the backcountry. Currently there are fourteen installations. Information on participation is available at julianbackcountryquilttrail.org or by calling 760 765-1450. Flyers are also available at the Chamber of Commerce and at business locations with quilt blocks. Recent installations include the Star B Ranch on Highway 78 and Red Hawk Realty at the junction of Hwys. 78 and 79 in Santa Ysabel.
Star B Ranch owners Ken Childs and daughter Amie March, next to their 6’ x 6’ quilt block “Buffalo Star,” which celebrates the history and preservation of the American bison. The ranch breeds and sells grass-fed bison and is also southern California’s largest commercial hops farm.
Red Hawk Realty -“Feathers”
Julian Gold Rush Days ~ June 27th & 28th *Call The Chamber of Commerce For Information