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4-H - Lancaster County March E-Newsletter

4-H Bicycle Contest Superintendent Needed

The 4-H Bicycle Safety Contest consists of a bicycle skills event and bicycle inspection.Do you enjoy riding your bike and helping youth? A 4-H Bicycle Contest Superintendent is needed for the annual contest usually held in June. Training and direction provided. If there is no superintendent, there will be no contest. If interested, contact Tracy at 402-441-7180.

Jammie Sewing Workshop, March 15

From last year's Jammie Jamboree sewing workshop.4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to practice their basic sewing skills and make jammie bottoms at the “Jammie Jamboree” sewing workshop on Saturday, March 15, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Sign up before March 12 by calling 402-441-7180. Continue reading…

Furniture Painting Workshop, April 12

Learn how to prepare new and used wood furniture by sanding, sealing, painting and finishing.4-H youth ages 8 & up are invited to participate in a furniture painting workshop on Saturday, April 12, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road. Bring a small piece of unpainted furniture, such as a shelf, stool or chair. Register by April 9 by calling 402-441-7180. Continue reading…

Public Service Announcement Contest, Due April 7

State 4-H asks for PSA’s to be general enough to be used anywhere in Nebraska at anytime of the year. In the Public Service Announcement (PSA) Contest, 4-H’ers submit a 60 second “radio commercial” promoting 4-H. Submit a PSA via CD to extension by Monday, April 7. The 2014 PSA theme is “Making a Lasting Impact.”
New this year, please use .wav or .mp3 audio formats when recording your PSA.

More details at: http://go.unl.edu/hfwd

Speech Contest, April 13

Note special class added last year: Speech For YouTube (14–18 years old)The 4-H Speech Contest will be held Sunday, April 13 at the Lancaster Extension Education Center. Registration 1–1:30 p.m., contest begins 1:30 p.m. Register by April 7 by calling 402-441-7180 or emailing cmeador2@unl.edu with your name, speech title, age division, and if it is “Speech for YouTube.”

More details at: http://go.unl.edu/hfwd

Clover College Instructors Needed

The 2013 4-H Clover College had 55 hands-on workshops for youth ages 6-18.4-H Clover College is four days of fun-filled, hands-on workshops for youth ages 6 and up, June 17–20 at the Lancaster Extension Education Center. If you have workshop ideas, or would like to teach a workshop or volunteer to help, please contact Tracy at 402-441-7180 or tanderson14@unl.edu.

Interested in Joining a 4-H Poultry Club?

Last year at the Lancaster County Fair was the first time 4-H'ers brought their poultry to a table for judging by breed instead of the judge going down the rows of cages to judge the birds.A 4-H poultry club is forming in Lancaster County for youth ages 8-18! The first meeting which will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 6:30pm at the Lancaster Event Center 4-H office, 84th & Havelock Ave, which is located on the north side of Building 3. Questions, call Marty at 402-441-7180.

Paws-On Dog Workshop, March 8

In showmanship classes, exhibitors are judged on their ability to groom and handle the dog in the show ring.UNL Extension will present its annual statewide 4-H Paws-On Dog Workshop on Saturday, March 8, 9 a.m.–
3 p.m. at the Greater Lincoln Obedience Club Building, 5740 Johanna Road, Lincoln. Fee is $15 per person, which includes a lunch. Registration must be postmarked by March 1. Continue reading…

Spring Rabbit Show, March 29

In showmanship classes, youth are judged on presentation and knowledge of animal. In rabbit classes, the rabbits are judged.All youth ages 8-18 are invited to the 4-H Spring Rabbit Show, March 29, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Event Center - Exhibit Hall. Classes include fancy, commercial, pet and pee wee. Great opportunity to learn and practice showmanship! For more info, call Marty at 402-441-7180.

Horsemanship Level Testing Dates

The Nebraska 4-H Horse Program horsemanship advancement levels are designed to serve as guides for instruction and evaluation of each members progress. The correct handling of horses is emphasized from the beginning level to the most advanced level.Now is a good time to start thinking about new 4-H horsemanship level goals! The 2014 group testings will be held in Lancaster Event Center – Amy Countryman Arena on the following Tuesdays evenings: April 15, April 29, June 3, June 24 and July 1.

Spotlight on 4-H Newsletters

Nebraska’s “Spotlight on 4-H Newsletter” is written by extension staff for 4-H volunteers.Nebraska’s “Spotlight on 4-H Newsletter” is is packed with information and resources to educate, inform and motivate 4-H members & families. The February issue is now online and includes Clover Kids Resources, 4-H Public Speaking Contests, Animal Science & Record Keeping, and New Clothing Projects!

More details at: http://go.unl.edu/a8oy
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