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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
Jammie Jamboree Sewing Workshop, Feb 22; Register by Feb. 10
4‑H youth ages 8 and older are invited to practice their basic sewing skills and make pajama or lounge wear pants or shorts using a pattern at the “Jammie Jamboree” sewing workshop on Saturday, Feb. 22, 9 a.m.–Noon at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms ... Continue reading…
Achievement Celebration, Feb. 13
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 Thursday, Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
February is Nebraska 4-H Month — Feb. 28 is Get Enrolled Day!
Nebraska 4-H Month, held during February each year, is an opportunity to celebrate 4-H locally, invite new members and volunteers, and have fun! In 2025, we will celebrate all the opportunities 4-H offers to help young people to be Beyond Ready. Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Rabbit Showmanship Clinic, Feb. 23
The Rabbit VIPS Committee is hosting a clinic with judge Taylor Arens on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2:30 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County office at 444 Cherrycreek Rd, Suite A, Lincoln. Open to all youth ages 8–18. Continue reading…
Rabbit Show, March 15 — Now in Ag Society Hall
The 4-H Spring Rabbit Show will be held on Saturday, March 15, 9 a.m. at the Sandhills Global Event Center – Ag Society Hall (note room change). Open to all youth ages 8–18, with a Clover Kids class for youth ages 5–7. Continue reading…
UNL's Chick Days, March 22; Register by March 15
University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Chick Days for small and backyard poultry producers and youth will be held on Saturday, March 22, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Department of Animal Science, 3940 Fair St., Lincoln on UNL East Campus. Continue reading…
4-H Members and Leaders — Re-Enroll by April 1!
All 4-H members and volunteers must re-enroll for the 2024–25 4-H year. The website to enroll or re-enroll is https://4honline.com. New members may be updated through June 15. For returning families, please do not create a new account — use your previous log-in credentials. Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
Play with Crochet Workshop, March 1; Register by Feb. 18
4‑H youth ages 10 and up are invited to learn how to crochet a washcloth utilizing the single crochet stitch at this “Basic Crocheting” workshop on Saturday, March 1, 1–3 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A. Continue reading…
Horse Stampede on Mar. 29-30; Register Today!
The Nebraska 4‑H Horse Stampede offers a variety of horse contests that do not require live animals, including public speaking, demonstration, quiz bowl, art and photography contests. Note in 2025, horse judging and hippology are moving from the State Horse Expo to the Stampede! Continue reading…
Dog Virtual Trivia, May 7-14
The Lancaster County 4-H Dog Virtual Trivia Contest will be available Wednesday, May 7, Noon–Wednesday, May 14, 11:59 p.m. Contest is open to 4-H’ers ages 8–18. This year’s contest will focus on Hound dog breeds. A study guide is now online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fair/contests/#dog. Continue reading…
4-H & FFA Market Beef Weigh-In March 3
Due to low 4-H and FFA Beef weigh-in attendance and Rate of Gain contest participation the past several years, it will be on probation in this year. After 2025, if participation is still low, they will be dropped for 2026. See below for 2025 weigh-in details: Continue reading…
4-H & FFA Livestock Requirements for Super Fair & State Fair
The 2025 Lancaster County 4-H/FFA Livestock Checklist is now online at https://go.unl.edu/lan4h-livestock-checklist and available at the Extension office. This handout lists deadlines, events and identification requirements for showing at the Lancaster County Super Fair and State Fair... Continue reading…
2025 Nebraska 4-H Summer Camp Series Registration Open; Scholarships Available!
The 2025 What’s the Buzz? season of the Nebraska State 4-H Camp will share the importance of pollinators in Nebraska — why they’re important, how they impact agriculture and what youth can do in their own communities to support the various native pollinators we have in Nebraska. Continue reading…
Visit University of Nebraska–Lincoln to Explore Your Future
University of Nebraska—Lincoln has several opportunities for high school youth to visit campus and learn what UNL can offer your future:
• Husker Weekdays: half-day for juniors, seniors and transfers (most weekdays through May)
• Red Letter Days: full-day for juniors and seniors... Continue reading…
Data Driven: A Statistics & Data Science Field Day, March 22
Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 22, and join Nebraska 4-H on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s East Campus for an exciting day of data science and statistics competitions! This event is open to teams of four high school students and one coach. Continue reading…
NDA's Annual Poster Contest; Deadline March 1
The Nebraska Department of Agriculture’s (NDA) annual poster contest is underway and open to all Nebraska students in 1st-6th grades. This year’s theme, “Agriculture is Amazing,” highlights and celebrates Nebraska’s #1 industry. The deadline to submit posters is March 1, 2025. Continue reading…
FEMA Youth Preparedness Council Applications Open
Youth in Grades 8-11 who are interested in making a difference in their communities are encouraged to apply to join the FEMA Youth Preparedness Council! The Youth Preparedness Council (YPC) brings teens together from across the country who are passionate about emergency preparedness... Continue reading…
Originally published February 7, 2025 -
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