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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
LAST Horsemanship Level Testing June 24; Register by June 17
This year’s 4‑H horsemanship advancement level group testings will be held at the Sandhills Global Event Center on the following Tuesday evenings: April 15, April 29, May 13, May 27, June 17 and June 24. Continue reading…
Online Plant Science Contests for Youth AND Adults June 10–24
All youth, as well as adults, may test their knowledge of plants through two upcoming online plant science contests. Study materials are online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/hort-fair. Continue reading…
Many Clover College Classes Still Available!
Lancaster County 4‑H Clover College is four days of in-person, “hands‑on” workshops full of fun and a sense of belonging! Learning topics include STEAM concepts of science, technology, engineering, art and math, which can spark career interests. Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Volunteer at the 4-H Food Stand — Help Raise Money for 4-H and Have Fun!
YOUR HELP IS NEEDED! Help the 4‑H program by volunteering at the 4‑H Food Stand. The Lancaster County Super Fair is just around the corner and 4‑H Council is working hard to have another fantastic 4‑H Food Stand at the fair. Continue reading…
4-H & FFA Hang Tags for Free Super Fair Entry Available at Extension Office
4‑H & FFA exhibitors can get free 4‑H & FFA Entry Pass Hangtags for their immediate families at the Extension office, available until July 30, or the Extension 4‑H Fair, Horse and Livestock offices at the Sandhills Global Event Center (during 4‑H & FFA portion of the fair.) Continue reading…
Chicken Dinner and Silent Auction 4-H Fundraiser at Super Fair
Lancaster County 4‑H Council is hosting a Chicken Dinner on Friday, Aug. 1, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the South Hall — enter through Lancaster County Farm Bureau Room (vehicles enter Gate 3 off Havelock, park near the South Hall). Dinner features Slim Chickens chicken tenders, side dishes and dessert! Continue reading…
Livestock Bedding and Horse Roping/Working Ranch Fees Due July 7
Livestock exhibitors who enter the following species will be charged a bedding fee: Beef and dairy cattle — $12 per head. Bucket calves — $9 per head. Fill out the form at https://go.unl.edu/lcsf-livestock. Print and submit with payment (cash or check) to the Extension office... Continue reading…
Photography Help Session, July 14
A 4‑H Photography Help Session will be held Monday, July 14 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. No fees or pre‑registration required, just drop in. Open to all 4‑H youth ages 8 and up!
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***REMINDERS***
2 Days Left to Enroll, Submit YQCA Certificates and Submit Animal IDs
There are three major 4‑H deadlines that fall on Sunday, June 15:
• Enrollment/Re‑enrollment in 4‑H Online
• Youth for Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) Certificates due to Extension office or lancaster4h@unl.edu
• Animal IDs due to Extension office or lancaster4h@unl.edu Continue reading…
Nebraska 4-H Livestock Achievement Program; Applications Due June 15
The Nebraska 4‑H Livestock Achievement Program is a recognizes excellence in the project areas of beef, sheep, meat goat, swine, dairy cattle, dairy goat, rabbit and poultry across the state. Continue reading…
Runza 4-H Fundraiser, June 17
Do you want to support your local 4‑H program AND treat yourself at the same time? Do we have good news for you!
The Runza restaurant at 33rd and Nebraska Parkway/Highway 2 in Lincoln is partnering with 4-H on Tuesday, June 17, and will be donating 10% of their sales from 5–8 p.m... Continue reading…
Plant Science Contest June 18; Register by June 17
The Lancaster County 4-H Plant Science Contests will be held in-person on Wednesday, June 18, 10 a.m.–Noon at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Register by Tuesday, June 17 by calling 402-441-7180. Continue reading…
Get Expert Help With Your 4-H Sewing Project, June 24, 26 and 28
Sewing help sessions for 4‑H members ages 8–18 will be held Tuesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 26 from 12:30–4:30 p.m. and Saturday, June 28 from 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. All sessions will be held at the Bernina Sewing Center, 5740 Old Cheney Road, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Submit an Essay to Earn a NEW Bernina Sewing Machine — Essays Due June 26
This is the 15th year Kath Conroy, a 4‑H Clothing Superintendent, and her husband, Mike, are graciously donating a new sewing machine to one Lancaster County 4‑H youth! 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…
Super Fair 4-H & FFA Animal Online Entries and Horse Advancement Levels Due July 1
Important 4-H Deadlines that fall on Tuesday, July 1:
• 4‑H and FFA entries for animal classes at the Lancaster County Super Fair are due between June 18 and July 1 at 11:59 p.m.
• Those showing your own animal for Clover Kids Animal Showmanship at the Lancaster County Super Fair... Continue reading…
4-H Senior Recognition Posters at Super Fair; Sign up by July 1 — Includes Horse Seniors!
New this year! Lancaster County 4‑H wishes to honor our 2025 4‑H senior graduates by offering to print and display Senior Recognition 2’ x 3’ posters during the 4‑H days of the Lancaster County Super Fair, July 31–Aug. 3! See prototype pictured. A $10 fee covers paper, printing... Continue reading…
Livestock Boosters Scholarship Deadline July 6
Applications for the Lancaster County 4‑H & FFA Livestock Boosters $500 college scholarships are due Sunday, July 6. Open to all Lancaster County 4‑H or FFA high school seniors, but preference to those who have exhibited production livestock in 4‑H or FFA. Continue reading…
Fashion Show Judging July 22; Public Fashion Show July 31; Register by July 14
In the Fashion Show contest, 4‑H members learn how to present themselves and gain confidence as they model their constructed or purchased clothing projects and show the proper fit of their clothing. Fashion Show is open to 4‑H members ages 5–18. Continue reading…
Babysitting Training Clinic July 18
Extension Educator Hayley Jackson Perez will present a Babysitting Training, open to youth ages 10–15, on Friday, July 18 at 9 a.m.–3 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
Livestock Premium Auction Donations Needed
The Lancaster County 4‑H & FFA Purple Ribbon Market Livestock Premium Auction is a way for the community to reward purple ribbon market animal exhibitors. “Premium” cash rewards are given by individuals and businesses. The success of the auction is dependent on donations and buyers. Continue reading…
Recording of the Spring Leader/Volunteer Collaboration Available Online
A recording of the Spring Leader/Volunteer Collaboration is now posted with the training resources at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/leaders. The theme was "Get the Inside Scoop." Topics covered include the "Beyond Ready" mission, new community service funding opportunities... Continue reading…
Share Your 4-H Journey During Fair Season
Everyone loves a transformation trend!
Packed with learning, excitement, collaboration and connection, Fair means something different to everyone. What are your most memorable or impactful Fair memories? We’d love to hear why Fair is special to you! Continue reading…
Youth Crop Scouting Competition — Connecting Youth with Crops
Looking for a fun club project? Want to unite your club members? Running out of ideas for club meetings? If you answered, “yes” to any of these questions, help is on the way! Nebraska Extension is pleased to present the 12th annual Crop Scouting Competition for Nebraska youth. Continue reading…
Originally published June 6, 2025 -
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