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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Achievement Celebration, Feb. 11
Lancaster County 4-H and 4-H Council invite ALL 4-H’ers, 4-H families and volunteers to the 4-H Achievement Celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 6:30 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Light snack provided. Continue reading…
More Fun at This Year's Achievement Celebration!
Don't miss this year's increased 4-H fun at Achievement Celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 11 at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Every youth who attends will receive a 4-H MopTopper Pen! There will be 4-H activity sheets, jokes, more door prizes, popcorn... Continue reading…
4-H Crocheting Workshop, Feb. 15
4-H youth ages 10 and up are invited to learn how to crochet a washcloth utilizing the single crochet stitch at the “Basic Crocheting” workshop on Saturday, Feb. 15, 9 a.m. until about noon at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road. No cost — all supplies will be provided. Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Governor’s Ag Excellence Awards Due March 1
The Governor’s Agricultural Excellence Awards are sponsored by the Nebraska 4-H Foundation and Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA). Each year, 25 4-H clubs are awarded $500 to be used as described in the award application form completed by the club. Clubs may use the award dollars for... Continue reading…
State 4-H Stampede Entries Due March 6
The annual 4-H Horse Stampede will be held Saturday, March 28 at the UNL Animal Science Complex on East Campus. Stampede includes the 4-H state horse-related competitions which do not require a horse: Horse Bowl, Public Speaking, Demonstration and Art and Photography Contest. Open to 4-H’ers ages... Continue reading…
Pillow Sewing Workshop, March 7
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to learn beginning sewing skills while constructing a pillow at the “Pillow Party” sewing workshop on Saturday, March 7, 9 a.m. until about noon at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. No registration fee. Must register by Continue reading…
2020 4-H Beekeeping Essay Competition
This year's National 4-H Beekeeping Essay Competition information is online at https://preservationofhoneybees.org/essays/2020-essays.
Nebraska 4-H state entries are due by March 1 to the UNL Bee Lab (unlbeelab@unl.edu) with the subject header “4H Essay Contest.”
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***REMINDERS***
Share Your Adventure During Nebraska 4-H Month
February is Nebraska 4-H Month. This year, state 4-H wants to see what 4-H is like from your perspective! Whether you're a 4-H adult volunteer or youth member — share your story on social media, and tag @Nebraska4H and #NE4H. Also, consider hosting a Nebraska 4-H Instagram Takeover!
4-H Companion Animal Challenge Entries Due Feb. 28
The 4-H Companion Animal Challenge will be held on Saturday, March 28 at the Animal Science Complex on UNL’s East Campus (same date as 4-H Horse Stampede.) It provides youth a chance to participate in a variety of contests that do not require animals, but allow youth to learn more about their dog... Continue reading…
Great Volunteer Opportunity for a 4-H Teen
Up to two Lancaster County 4-H teens ages 15 and older will be selected to help lead the Ag Innovators Experience this spring/summer. This year’s theme is “Water Connects Us All.” Selected teens will attend a training on Sat., Mar. 21. This is a great opportunity to grow through 4-H. For more... Continue reading…
4-H/FFA Livestock Requirements for Super Fair
The 2020 Lancaster County 4-H/FFA Livestock Checklist is now available at the Extension office and online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair. This 2-page handout lists deadlines and events, identification requirements for showing at Super Fair and State Fair... Continue reading…
Announcing the New 4-H Photography Showcase!
Flaunt your photography, and submit your favorite photo for a chance for it to be showcased on the Nebraska 4-H social media channels. The NEW 4-H Photography Showcase offers a project exhibition opportunity beyond traditional print media. Each month, a new photo will be selected.
Originally published February 7, 2020 -
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