2nd Wednesday 4H will feature Connolly's new book

Lincoln County 4-H alumna, Jillian Connolly, and her new book, "A Horse Named Sugar" will be featured at "2nd Wednesday 4-H" on June 10 at the WSU Extension Office, 205 W Main Ave in Ritzville. Jillian, the daughter of Mike and Terry Connolly, grew up in Odessa and was a 4-H member in the Lincoln County 4-H program for 10 years. She was very involved in the 4-H horse project from the beginning, over the years participating in Lincoln County and state 4-H activities including showing, instructing and serving on the Washington State 4-H Equine Committee.

On June 10, horse-themed activity stations will be available from 4 to 6 p.m. Connolly will arrive at 5 p.m. for a book reading and signing. She will also share her experience of becoming a children's book author. The book is the enchanting and true story of a very beautiful and special horse named Sugar, who tackles each challenge that comes along on the way to becoming a professional barrel racing horse. The message it inspires is to "never give up on your dreams, because they just might come true"! A couple of copies of the book will be included in the door prize drawings. Attendees young and old can also bring their own copies of "A Horse Named Sugar" for Connolly to sign.

The Saddle Warmers 4-H Club and the Ritzville Public Library will assist with the horse-themed activity stations. The WSU Extension Office is open extended hours every second Wednesday for 4-H members, leaders, parents and the general public to access youth and volunteer educational resources. WSU Extension programs are available to all without discrimination. Accommodations for special needs must be requested at least seven days in advance of programs. For more information visit http://ext100.wsu.edu/lincoln-adams/ or call 509-659-3209.