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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Fashion Show Judging July 22; Public Fashion Show July 31; Register by July 14
In the Fashion Show contest, 4‑H members learn how to present themselves and gain confidence as they model their constructed or purchased clothing projects and show the proper fit of their clothing. Fashion Show is open to 4‑H members ages 5–18. Continue reading…
Photography Help Session, July 14
A 4‑H Photography Help Session will be held Monday, July 14 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. No fees or pre‑registration required, just drop in. Open to all 4‑H youth ages 8 and up!
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Last Day to Log Horse Incentive Points July 21; Forms Due July 25
Any Lancaster County 4-H’er may participate in the horse incentive program and earn points by participating in horse-related activities between January 1 and July 21. Official sheets and the are due to the Extension office no later than Friday, July 25. Continue reading…
Free and Fundraising Food for 4-H'ers at the Super Fair
There are a variety of opportunities for 4‑H exhibitors and their families to grab some free food at the Lancaster County Super Fair — and to purchase food to support the Lancaster 4‑H program! Continue reading…
Biosecurity Measures Protect Livestock During Fairs
County fairs, livestock competitions, and rodeos let people see, experience, and celebrate agriculture on a different level. Since many agricultural events take place during the summer, the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) wants to remind livestock owners to protect their animals... Continue reading…
4-H Code of Conduct for Fair-Time
The primary goal of the 4‑H Program is to help youth develop competency in their projects, confidence in themselves and others, connections to their community and sound character. Continue reading…
What Do the Ribbon Colors Mean?
Ever wonder why we judge 4‑H exhibits? The answer is in Nebraska 4‑H's motto: To Make the Best Better! The “best” we strive to “make better” is young people. Our goal in judging exhibits is to help members achieve the best in themselves. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
Table Setting Contest Aug. 1; Register by July 22
In the Table Setting Contest, 4‑H members select a theme, wear a costume related to that theme and display one place setting, including table covering, dishes, glassware, silverware, centerpiece and menu. Continue reading…
Static Interview Judging, July 30; Sign-up July 7–25
Interview Judging is Wednesday, July 30 beginning at 9 a.m. in the Ag Society Hall. 4‑H members have the opportunity to talk to judges about their static exhibits and share what was easy, what was challenging and the lessons they learned. Continue reading…
Bagged Shavings for Super Fair; Preorder by July 28
All animal exhibitors must use shavings provided by the Sandhills Global Event Center (SGEC). Absolutely no outside shavings or straw is allowed since SGEC composts. Save time and prepay for shavings online to pick up at the General Store in EquineMarket Pavilion. Continue reading…
Clover Kids Show & Tell, Aug. 3; Sign Up July 7–25
All Clover Kids (youth ages 5–7 by Jan. 1, 2025) are invited to show & tell one of their 4‑H exhibits or a small animal during Clover Kids Show & Tell on Sunday, Aug. 3 in Ag Society Hall, Clover Kids exhibit area (15‑minute time slots run from 1–2:30 p.m.). Continue reading…
LAN Exhibitor Numbers Available Now!
LAN numbers are unique numbers assigned to all youth (excluding Clover Kids, aged 5–7) enrolled in Lancaster County 4-H that are used for events at the Lancaster County Super Fair. You can contact the Lancaster County Extension Office to learn your LAN number(s)... Continue reading…
Animal Exhibitor Load-In & Parking for Super Fair
Horses may start arriving Tuesday, July 29 at 4 p.m. Livestock may start arriving Wednesday, July 30 at noon. Animal exhibitors must enter Gate 3 (second driveway off Havelock Avenue). On load‑in days, exhibitors may unload in the posted temporary 20-minute unloading zones for each animal... Continue reading…
Static Exhibit Parking, Check-in and Pick Up
All exhibits which don’t move on their own (for example, Food & Nutrition; Photography; and Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) are called static exhibits. All Lancaster County Super Fair 4‑H & FFA static exhibits are not preregistered, but MUST be physically checked in and picked up. Continue reading…
Livestock Judging Contest, Aug. 3; Register by July 31
A 4‑H & FFA Livestock Judging Contest will be held at the Lancaster County Super Fair on Sunday, Aug. 3, 12–2 p.m. in the Currency Pavilion — Arena, West Side. Register by Thursday, July 31, 6 p.m. in the livestock office at the fair. Open to 4‑H and FFA members. Continue reading…
Premium Payouts at the Super Fair
Pay attention to premium payout times! All premium payouts will be forfeited if not picked up at the specified time. The Lancaster County Agricultural Society awards premium monies according to exhibit class and ribbon placing. Premium amounts are indicated in the Fair Book within each category. Continue reading…
Animal Release and Load-Out from Super Fair Begins Aug. 3
At check‑in, fair gate parking attendants at Gate 3 entrance will give 4‑H & FFA animal exhibitors with trailers a windshield trailer load‑out pass. These passes will give vehicles with trailers access to the closest load‑out zone for each animal species... Continue reading…
Culinary Challenge at State Fair; Register by Aug. 10
Interact with 4‑H youth demonstrating healthy decision making at the 4‑H Culinary Challenge. Contestants create a menu, prepare one food item, and choose an appropriate theme for their occasion, all while expressing their food, nutrition and food safety knowledge... Continue reading…
Robotics Showcase at State Fair; Register by Aug. 10
The Nebraska 4‑H Robotics Showcase at the Nebraska State Fair is an in‑person contest for youth ages 8–18 (by Jan. 1 of the current year). Contest will be held on Sunday, Aug. 23, 4:30–8 p.m. at the Raising Nebraska building at Fonner Park... Continue reading…
Be a Fair Volunteer — Have Fun, Make a Difference!
Lancaster County 4‑H asks for adults and youth ages 8 and up to help 4‑H during the Lancaster County Super Fair at the Sandhills Global Event Center. If you, someone from your club or an interested volunteer would like to help... Continue reading…
Help Raise Money for 4-H and Have Fun With Friends — Volunteer at the 4-H Food Stand!
YOUR HELP IS NEEDED! Help the 4‑H program by volunteering at the 4‑H Food Stand. The Lancaster County Super Fair is just around the corner and 4‑H Council is working hard to have another fantastic 4‑H Food Stand at the fair. Continue reading…
Chicken Dinner and Silent Auction 4-H Fundraiser at Super Fair
Lancaster County 4‑H Council is hosting a Chicken Dinner on Friday, Aug. 1, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the South Hall — enter through Lancaster County Farm Bureau Room (vehicles enter Gate 3 off Havelock, park near the South Hall). Dinner features Slim Chickens chicken tenders, side dishes and dessert! Continue reading…
Silent Auction Donations Needed by July 23
Trying to figure out what to do with that gift you won’t use? Do you have a special item you’ve handcrafted and would like to donate for a great cause? Help support Lancaster County 4‑H Council by donating items for their Silent Auction held in conjunction with the 4‑H Chicken Dinner... Continue reading…
Livestock Premium Auction Donations Needed
The Lancaster County 4‑H & FFA Purple Ribbon Market Livestock Premium Auction is a way for the community to reward purple ribbon market animal exhibitors. “Premium” cash rewards are given by individuals and businesses. The success of the auction is dependent on donations and buyers. Continue reading…
4-H & FFA Hang Tags for Free Super Fair Entry Available at Extension Office
4‑H & FFA exhibitors can get free 4‑H & FFA Entry Pass Hangtags for their immediate families at the Extension office, available until July 30, or the Extension 4‑H Fair, Horse and Livestock offices at the Sandhills Global Event Center (during 4‑H & FFA portion of the fair.) Continue reading…
Clover College 2025 Photos Now on Flickr
Photos from this summer's Clover College are now on Flickr, see https://www.flickr.com/photos/unlextlanco/collections/72157723895285361. This year’s Clover College was held June 10–13 and featured 59 workshops with a total of 1,047 session registrations. Continue reading…
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***NEWS FROM 4-H PARTNERS***
The information below is shared at the request of 4-H partners:
STEMVentures — New STEM Summer Camp from UNL School of Computing
The School of Computing at UNL is launching a STEM Camp called STEMVenturesthis summer, to be held Monday, Aug. 4–Friday, Aug. 8. The curriculum is designed by the faculty and volunteers of the UNL School of Computing. The camp will be a fun-filled week packed with not only coding... Continue reading…
Originally published July 11, 2025 -
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