4-H - Lancaster County - March 14

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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***

 

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…

 

Nebraska 4-H Volunteer Award Nominations Due March 20

Nebraska 4‑H is now accepting nominations for a new awards program to recognize the outstanding contributions of 4-H volunteers across the state.

The Nebraska 4‑H Volunteer Recognition Awards honors adult volunteers, youth volunteers and multi-generational families... Continue reading…

 

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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***

 

Presentation & Video Communication Contest, April 26 — Handout Now Available!

This year’s Lancaster County 4‑H Illustrated Presentation & Video Communication Contest will be Saturday, April 26, starting at 8:30 a.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Open to all 4‑H members ages 8–18. Continue reading…

 

Pillowcase Sewing Workshop, June 29

4‑H'ers 8 and up are invited to a beginner sewing workshop on Sunday, June 29, 1‑4 p.m. at Walt Branch Library, 6701 S. 14th Street, Lincoln. It will be hosted by Clothing Superintendent Kath Conroy and participants will construct a pillowcase that can be exhibited at the fair. Continue reading…

 

Big Red Summer Academic Camps, June 8–13; Scholarships Available!

The Big Red Camps are residential career exploration camps held at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. During the week‑long camps, participants will work with our university faculty to explore the topic of their particular camp, like animation, data science or climatology. Continue reading…

 

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***REMINDERS***

 

Prepared Speech & Radio PSA Contest, March 24 Deadline

The 4‑H Prepared Speech and Radio Public Service Announcement (PSA) Contests provide 4-H’ers the opportunity to learn to express themselves clearly, organize their ideas and have confidence. The Lancaster County 4‑H contests are open to all 4‑H’ers ages 5–18 ... Continue reading…

 

Home Decor & Furniture Painting Workshop, April 5; Register by March 31

4‑H youth ages 8 and up are invited to participate in a Home Décor & Furniture Painting workshop on Saturday, April 5, 9 a.m. until about noon at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. No cost to attend. Continue reading…

 

Photography Workshop, April 12; Register by March 31

4‑H youth ages 8 and up are invited to the “Developing the Photographer’s Eye” 4‑H workshop on Saturday, April 12, 10 a.m. until about noon at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County Conference Rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln, to learn how to create better photographs... Continue reading…

 

Livestock Judging Practices

Fun opportunity for 4‑H youth interested in learning more about livestock judging and participating in contests throughout the state! Weekly livestock judging practices will be coached by Sarah Dilley, former Lancaster County 4‑H’er and UNL Livestock Judging team member. Continue reading…

 

Special Garden and Agronomy Project Seeds First-Come, First-Served

4-H families have the opportunity to participate in the Special Garden and/or Special Agronomy Projects again this year. The Special Garden Project is the Goldie Husk Cherry. The Special Agronomy Project is sunflowers. Continue reading…

 

Spring Leader/Volunteer Update Training, April 30; Register by April 16

New leaders, experienced leaders, volunteers and parents are invited to attend the 4‑H Spring Leader/Volunteer Update Training on Wednesday, April 30, 9 a.m. via Zoom or in‑person at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…

 

Start Setting Your 4-H Goals for 2025!

Nebraska 4-H offers several programs for 4-H members to plan and report age-appropriate accomplishments and get recognition! Now is a good time for 4-H’ers to plan their goals for this year. Continue reading…

 

2025 Achievement Celebration Results Now Online

Lancaster County 4‑H and 4‑H Council presented the Lancaster County 4‑H Achievement Celebration on Thursday, Feb. 13. The theme was "4-H'ers Have Heart.” 4-H members, clubs and leaders were recognized for their 2024 achievements. Continue reading…

 

Pick Up Your Leftover Awards!

There are many 4‑H awards, certificates and more ready at the Extension office for pick up from this year's (and previous year's) Achievement Celebration and Horse Awards! Please pick up your item(s) at Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…

 

Free 4-H Alumni T-shirts for Graduating 2025 Seniors

Lancaster County 4‑H seniors who graduate in the spring of 2025 are eligible for a free 4‑H alumni T‑shirt, courtesy of Lancaster County 4‑H Council. If seniors have not already received their shirt, they may pick it up at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County office... 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…

 

Nebraska 4-H Camp Now Accepting Applications for Staff

A summer job that makes a difference!

The Nebraska State 4‑H Camp is hiring staff and program assistants for the 2025 season. Travel across the state as we bring everything that makes 4‑H Camp great to Chadron and Burwell! Continue reading…

 

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