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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
State 4-H Horse Stampede Entries Due March 5
The statewide 4-H Horse Stampede is planned for Saturday, March 27 on University of Nebraska-Lincoln East Campus. This event offers a variety of 4-H horse contests that don’t require live horses, including public speaking, demonstration, quiz bowl, art and photography. Some changes have been made... Continue reading…
4-H Jammie Sewing Workshop, March 13 - Register by March 8
4-H youth ages 8 and older are invited to practice their basic sewing skills and learn to use a pattern to make pajama or lounge wear pants or shorts at the Jammie Jamboree sewing workshop on Saturday, March 13, 9 a.m. until about 12:30 p.m. at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444... Continue reading…
4-H/FFA Market Beef Weigh-in, March 9
4-H and FFA exhibitors showing market steers or heifers at the Lancaster County Super Fair for participation in rate of gain must weigh-in their projects at the 4-H/FFA Market Beef Weigh-In on Tuesday, March 9, 6–7 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – Pavilion 2. Exhibitors planning... Continue reading…
4-H Speech & PSA Contest, March 10 Deadline
4-H Speech & PSA Contests are open to all 4-H’ers ages 5–18 — need not be enrolled in a specific project. Youth may participate in either or both the Speech and PSA contests. For rules, helpful resources and examples, go to https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/speech. Both contests have Clover Kids... Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
4-H/FFA Fair Book Is Now Online!
The Lancaster County Super Fair will be July 29–Aug. 7. 4-H & FFA exhibits and events will be July 29–Aug. 1. 4-H Horse Show will be July 28–Aug. 1. The Lancaster County 4-H & FFA Fair Book contains entry information for 4-H & FFA members exhibiting in 4-H/FFA. Continue reading…
New in 4-H at Super Fair
The 2021 Lancaster County Super Fair will be July 29–Aug. 7 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds. 4-H & FFA Exhibits & Events are planned for July 29–Aug. 1, and 4-H Horse Shows July 28–Aug. 1. See the Fair Book for detailed information about each of the following new classes or changes: Continue reading…
4-H Pet Pals Club Seeks New Members
Did you adopt a new small pet such as a hamster, a gecko, or a hermit crab over the winter months? Maybe you already had one? The 4-H Pet Pals small animal club can give you the opportunity to learn about pet care, create animal crafts, listen to speakers, go on tours, and even show your pet... Continue reading…
4-H Members and Leaders — Please Re-Enroll by April 1!
The 4-H year is Oct. 1–Sept. 30 and, since it is a new 4-H year, all 4-H members and volunteers must re-enroll for the 2020–2021 4-H year (even if you just enrolled in August or September). New members and fair projects may be updated through June 15. Continue reading…
Governor’s Ag Excellence Awards Deadline Extended to April 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. Continue reading…
Meet 2020–2021 4-H Council
Lancaster County 4-H Council, comprised of adult and youth volunteers, is responsible for determining long- and short-term goals and policy for Lancaster County 4-H. Council also raises funds to help support 4-H programs, activities and scholarships. Extension Educator Tracy Anderson is the staff... Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
Pick-A-Pig Club Accepting New Members
The Pick-A-Pig 4-H club is for anyone who wants to learn about pork production and show a pig at the Lancaster County Super Fair. The club is open to all city and rural youth ages 8–18. The club reorganizes in late winter with a strict deadline to join by March 15. Continue reading…
4-H Rabbit Show, March 20
The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show is currently planned for Saturday, March 20, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – Exhibit Hall. Open to all youth ages 8–18. This is a great opportunity to learn and practice your showmanship! Show flyer is at... Continue reading…
4-H Furniture Painting Workshop, March 27 - Register TODAY
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to participate in the Furniture Painting workshop on Saturday, March 27, 9 a.m. until about noon at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Lincoln. Must register by Friday, March 19 by calling 402-441-7180... Continue reading…
4-H Virtual Companion Animal Challenge Entries Due March 29
The Virtual Companion Animal Challenge offers a variety of 4-H companion animal contests that don’t require live animals, including a Demonstration Contest, Essay Contest, Art Contest, Photography Contest, Cat Trivia, and Dog Trivia. Youth have the opportunity to display their companion animal... Continue reading…
Originally published March 5, 2021 -
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