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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
State Fair Static Exhibits Need To Be Brought to Extension Office Aug. 23 or 24
At the Lancaster County Super Fair, 4-H static exhibits were selected for the Nebraska State Fair by the judges in their respective areas. A purple State Fair sticker was placed on all exhibits selected for State Fair. Continue reading…
State Fair Volunteers
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Nebraska 4-H is looking for volunteers for the days leading up to, and during, the 2021 Nebraska State Fair. A wide variety of roles and times are available, and no prior experience is necessary. Volunteers receive a fair pass for the day(s) they volunteer.
State Fair 4-H Schedule
The 2021 Nebraska State Fair will be Friday, Aug. 27–Monday, Sept. 6 at Fonner Park in Grand Island. For a schedule of 4-H activities at the State Fair and more, go to http://4h.unl.edu/state-fair. Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
4-H at Super Fair Photos on Flickr
Photos of Lancaster County 4-H exhibits, contests and animal shows at the 2021 Lancaster County Super Fair are now posted on Extension's Flickr Collection. Lots of youth accomplishments to see!
4-H Council Alumni Scholarship, Deadline Sept. 30
Lancaster County 4-H Council is sponsoring a new $500 4-H alumni scholarship. Must be a Lancaster County 4-H alumni at least one year post-high school and has continued involvement in 4-H program as a leader or volunteer. Continue reading…
Looking for Quotes About 4-H at Super Fair
How did 4-H at Super Fair go for your family? I'm looking for quotes from youth, parents and volunteers to include in Nebline. Please email to vjedlicka2@unl.edu.
Become a Youth Master Health Volunteer! Zoom Classes Start Sept. 9
Lancaster County Extension and 4-H are seeking several Youth Master Health volunteers as part of Well Connected Communities — must be at least a Freshman in High School. If you are interested in health, nutrition, medicine or community development, this opportunity is for you! Continue reading…
Culver's Night for 4-H, Sept. 20
Support 4-H by eating at any of the three Culver's restaurant locations in Lincoln on Monday, Sep. 20 from 4:30–7:30 p.m. Lancaster County 4-H Council will receive 25% of the proceeds. 4-H Council helps support 4-H programs, activities and scholarships.
4-H Community Service Project Showcase
Calling all true leaders! Submit your club-based or independent 4-H community service project for a chance to be showcased online by Nebraska 4-H! Rules and submission form are at https://4h.unl.edu/community-service-showcase
Launching Nebraska-nauts
Calling all Nebraska youth! Ever wonder what it’s like to live and work in space? Here’s your chance to find out straight from the astronauts who are aboard the International Space Station right now! All Nebraska youth are invited to submit questions they’d like to ask the astronauts. Continue reading…
UNL CASNR Visit Day, Sept. 18, Deadline Sept. 10
University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR) is hosting its annual Experience the Power of Red Visit Day for students grades 8–12 on Saturday, Sept. 18, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. There is no charge. Learn how CASNR prepares students for careers... Continue reading…
Make It With Wool Contest Deadline Oct. 15
The 2021 State Make It With Wool Contest will be Saturday, Nov. 20, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Adams County Extension Office in Hastings. Everyone is invited to the public Fashion Show at 1 p.m. Entry forms, fees, wool samples and wool testing fees are due Oct. 15. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
New 4-H Cat Club, Meeting Aug. 26
Are you a young person in Lancaster County who wants to learn more about cats, how to care for them and how to train them? Would you like to build camaraderie with other cat lovers? Join Lancaster 4-H's new cat club. Continue reading…
4-H Teen Council Invites New Members, Next Meeting Nov. 14
Youth in 7th–12th grade — want to have so much fun making new friends, doing community service projects and other activities that you won’t realize you are learning important leadership skills? Join Lancaster County 4-H Teen Council! Continue reading…
New State 4-H Rodeo in Lincoln, Oct. 9, Deadline Sept. 17
Nebraska 4-H is partnering with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Rodeo Team to offer an all new State 4-H Rodeo! The event will be held at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds on Saturday, Oct. 9. Classes include goat tying, barrel racing, pole bending, tie down roping, break-a-way roping... Continue reading…
4-H Golf Tournament Fundraiser, Oct. 3
The 4-H Council Golf Tournament Fundraiser will be held Sunday, Oct. 3 at the Woodland Hills Golf Course, 6000 Woodland Hills Drive, Eagle, NE with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. This tournament is a four-person scramble. Registration fee is $75 per golfer or $300 per team and includes... Continue reading…
Photography Showcase
Submit your favorite 4-H photography for a chance to be showcased! The 4-H Photography Showcase offers a project exhibition opportunity beyond traditional print media. 4-H'ers are invited to submit their favorite photos for a chance to have them showcased online by Nebraska 4-H. Continue reading…
Originally published August 20, 2021 -
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