April 7th + Edneyville = Snow?

Last evening Edneyville Grange opened their doors to anyone who wanted to come for good food and to see an always entertaining Margaret Davidson! I was invited to give a short presentation on building membership. Here were the steps:

1. Set the Stage- Have something to start a conversation with- wear a Grange shirt, have a sticker, keep a copy of Grange News lying around
2. Listen to the potential members needs- do they have a kid that needs to be involved in a wholesome organization? Are they looking to get involved in the community?
3. Find a way to fill their needs- if they have kids, mention our Jr./Youth programs, and scholarships, if they are looking to get involved, tell them all they ways they can, if they are looking to network, tell them all the ways they can.
4. Ask them to join! This is the most important one, most people do not just show up to meetings, make sure they know you want them there, and how they can benefit from being a member.

Here are some pictures from my trip there....


Every Grange should have a sign like this!

Davidson Effort

I have been in contact with the Davidson Farmers Market, and have secured their "Community Booth" on May 9th! I was hoping to have the opening weekend, May 2nd, but it was already taken.

If you visit their website, you can see all their vendors. I researched them all to see who was actually living the closest to Davidson, found their addresses and sent them all information packets, that include a letter introducing who we are, an info guide and a current issue of Grange News. I am hoping they will get it, be interested, and then remember the name and logo when I am at the booth on May 9th.

I'll keep you updated on what happens! :-)

To find out more about the Davidson Farmers Market click here.