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***BREAKING NEWS***
Achievement Celebrations Results, Presentation and Photos Online
The 2022 4-H Achievement Celebration Awards results, slideshow presentation (as a PDF) and Accomplishments of Note video are now online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/achievement. Photos are posted on Flickr at https://www.flickr.com/photos/unlextlanco/albums/72177720297697598. Continue reading…
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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Photography Workshop, April 9; Register by April 4
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to learn how to take great photos and prepare exhibits for the fair on Saturday, April 9, 2–4 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. No cost — all supplies will be provided. Continue reading…
Horsemanship Level Testings, April 12 & 26
Lancaster County 4-H Horsemanship Advancement Level tests must be done in group testings. The second 2022 testing will be held on Tuesday, April 26 at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds. Anyone wishing to be tested must sign up by Tuesday, April 19. Continue reading…
Providing Carnival-Type Games at Kiwanis Karnival is a Fun Community Service Opportunity for 4-H Clubs
Families of 4-H members and Elliott Elementary School students are invited to attend the annual Kiwanis Karnival, a FREE family event sponsored by the Lincoln Center Kiwanis. This year, it is planned to be held on Friday, April 8, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Elliott Elementary School, 225 S. 25th St., Lincoln Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
YQCA Has Moved to a New Online System
Nebraska 4-H requires all members enrolled in a livestock project to complete annual quality assurance certification through the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) program. The program has recently moved to a new online system at https://yqcaprogram.org. Continue reading…
Equine Webinar on April 11 to Focus on Entries for District and State Horse Shows
Nebraska Extension's Equine Webinar on Monday, April 11, 6-7 p.m. will focus on how 4-H families submit entries for the Nebraska 4-H Horse district and state shows via Showorks. Entries will be due May 6. To register in advance for the webinar please go to https://4h.unl.edu/horse/webinar-series. Continue reading…
Jelly Making Zoom Class, April 19
Nebraska Extension's food preservation team will present a free Zoom class, "Jelly Making," on Tuesday, April 19, 7-9 p.m. Extension's experts will give a live demonstration of making jelly and answer your questions. The virtual class is open to everyone — adults and youth. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
4-H Cat Show/Clinic, April 9
A 4-H Cat Show/Clinic will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds – Exhibit Hall Lancaster County Farm Bureau Room, 84th & Havelock, Lincoln. Registration and check-in from 1:15–1:45 p.m. Continue reading…
Computer Science Camps at UNL Raikes School of Computer Science & Management
The Jeffrey S. Raikes School of Computer Science and Management at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is hosting two computer science camps July 10-23 on city campus for high school students who expect to enter college in the fall of 2023. Application deadline is April 15. Continue reading…
Nebraska Ag Youth Institute Deadline is April 15
The Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute (NAYI) is a five-day program for current high school juniors and seniors to learn more about Nebraska agriculture, network with agriculture leaders and discover the many careers available in agriculture. NAYI will be held July 11–15... Continue reading…
Lunch & Learn Volunteer Training Series, April 18–22
In celebration of the Week of the Volunteer, Nebraska 4-H will be hosting a live Lunch & Learn volunteer training series. Starting at noon CDT, each session will provide practical tips and information for volunteers and club leaders, followed by discussion and networking time. Continue reading…
Runza Night for Lancaster County 4-H, April 19
Support 4-H by eating at Runza on 33rd and Pioneers on Tuesday, April 19 from 5–8 p.m. Simply mention 4-H and Lancaster County 4-H Council will receive 15% of the proceeds. 4-H Council helps support 4-H programs, activities and scholarships.
Spring Leader/Volunteer Update Training, April 28
What is “Essential Pizza?” New leaders, experienced leaders, volunteers and parents are invited to attend a 4-H Leader/Volunteer Update Training on Thursday, April 28, 9 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. to find out. (You choose which time to participate.) Continue reading…
Dressage Schooling Show, April 30; Entries Due April 16
The Spring Fling Dressage Schooling Show, presented by the Lancaster County Horse VIPS committee and Esprit De Corps 4-H Club, will be held on Saturday April 30, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. at the Lancaster Event Center Fairgrounds. Open to all ages to benefit the 4-H horse program. Entries are due April 16. Continue reading…
Husker Horse Judging School and Contest, April 30 & May 1
Nebraska Extension is offering a horse-filled weekend with a Horse Judging School and Contest open to youth ages 10 & up, and adults. Both events will be held on University of Nebraska-Lincoln East Campus at the Animal Science Complex. Register by April 8 or late fees will apply. Continue reading…
Order Seeds for Special Garden and Agronomy Projects by End of April
4-H families have the opportunity to participate in the special garden and/or special agronomy projects this year. The Special Garden Project is Rubenza Cosmos. The flowers of the Rubenza are unique and the petals change color as they age. The Special Agronomy Project is broomcorn sorghum... Continue reading…
Originally published April 1, 2022 -
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