4-H auction raises spirits, funds
EAST BUTLER — A Butler County 4-H tradition was renewed at the East Butler Firemen's Hall Saturday evening.
Nearly 200 people attended the 14th benefit auction, which raises money that will be used to send members to leadership events at the local, state, regional and national levels as well as fund scholarships for those who will soon be graduating.
4-H members solicited item donations from residents and businesses. They included everything from quilts and blankets to toys and games to 4-H and outdoor-themed shirts and hats.
“The kids really like this event because they get to be on stage,” said Amy Metrick, a 4-H educator who oversees all 250 youths involved in the county. “Our goal is to raise $10,000. This and the petting zoo we hold every year at the Big Butler Fair are our two biggest fundraisers.”
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