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***COMING UP THIS WEEK***
After Super Fair Online Feedback Due By Oct. 1
All Lancaster County 4-H & FFA members, families and volunteers are invited to the following 4‑H After Super Fair Planning Meetings and Feedback opportunities. This is an opportunity to discuss changes and generate ideas for the 2026 Lancaster County Super Fair and 4‑H program areas. Continue reading…
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***NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS***
Paper Basket Workshop, Nov. 15
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to attend a Paper Basket Workshop to engineer and construct a woven paper basket using recycled newspapers and wire on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9–11 a.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Continue reading…
3rd Annual Husker Youth Meats Workout, Oct. 20
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln will host its 3rd annual Husker Youth Meats Workout on Monday, Oct. 20 from 8 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Animal Science Complex Meat Laboratory, 3940 Fair St., Lincoln. This come-and-go event will feature a wide variety of meat products for students to practice... Continue reading…
Homeschool Youth Science Day; Register by Oct. 27
Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County will present a Homeschool Youth Science Day on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. OR 1–4 p.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Open to all homeschooled youth, grades K–6th... Continue reading…
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***REMINDERS***
"Launch Your 4-H Journey" for New Members and Volunteers, Oct. 5
Do you know youth who are interested in joining 4‑H or adults who would like to help start a club? Invite them to the "Launch Your 4‑H Journey" special event (formerly called 4‑H Information Night) on Sunday, Oct. 5, 5 p.m. at Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County... Continue reading…
4-H Leader & Volunteer Collaboration, Oct. 29; Register by Oct. 17
All 4-H leaders and volunteers helping with clubs and independent members are encouraged to get the inside scoop at the Fall 4‑H Leader & Volunteer Collaboration on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 9 a.m. via Zoom or in-person at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms... Continue reading…
State Fair Premium Pick Up; Deadline Nov. 25
All State Fair premium checks for Lancaster County 4‑H'ers, including livestock and contests, are available for pick up at Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln, at the Extension office during regular business hours... Continue reading…
4-H Council Alumni Scholarship Applications Due Sept. 30
Lancaster County 4‑H Council is sponsoring a $500 4‑H alumni scholarship. Applicants must be a Lancaster County 4‑H alumni, at least one year post-high school and enrolled in a higher learning institution, who has continued involvement in the 4‑H program... Continue reading…
Extended Deadline! My Hands to Larger Service Funds Applications Due Oct. 1
Lancaster County 4‑H Council is excited to announce a new funding opportunity for 4‑H clubs or members who want to make a positive impact! Called My Hands to Larger Service funds, 4-H Council offers four $300 and three $100 awards each year... Continue reading…
Applications for Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium Due Oct. 1
High school students interested in learning more about the beef industry can now apply to attend the 21st annual Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium (NYBLS) on Nov. 21-23 on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s East Campus at the Animal Science Complex. Continue reading…
Reflect on Your Year in 4-H!
Before the 4‑H program year wraps up at the end of September, it's important for youth and clubs to reflect on their year and measure their success. This could include reviewing projects, community service activities and impacts, as well as any general operational processes. What went well? Continue reading…
Shooting Sports Instructor Certification Workshop at Ashland, Oct. 11 & 12; Register by Oct. 6
A Nebraska 4‑H Shooting Sports Instructor Certification Workshop will be held Oct. 11–12 at the Ashland Gun Club, 426 County Rd. C, Ashland. 4‑H volunteers have the opportunity to become certified as an adult (21 years and older) or apprentice (14–20 years old) leader in the shotgun... Continue reading…
Shooting Sports Instructor Update Session at Ashland, Oct. 11; Register by Oct. 6
A Nebraska 4‑H Shooting Sports Leader Update Session will be held Saturday, Oct. 11, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Ashland Gun Club, 426 County Rd. C, Ashland. Updates in the shotgun and archery disciplines will be presented by members of the Nebraska State 4‑H Shooting Sports Training Team. Continue reading…
Nebraska Association of Fair Managers Martha & Don Romeo Scholarship; Deadline Nov. 30
The Nebraska Association of Fair Managers presents the Don and Martha Romeo Scholarship to one qualifying 4‑H male and to one qualifying 4‑H female. Applicants must be Nebraska high school seniors graduating in May of 2026 who plan to continue onto post-secondary education. Continue reading…
Fall Red Letter Days at UNL
Hello 4‑H juniors and seniors! Are you interested in the University of Nebraska? If you answered yes, don't miss out on the Fall Red Letter Days! Here, you'll experience for yourself what life is like as a student at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Continue reading…
UNL Campus Visit Day for 4-H Families, Oct. 11; RSVP by Oct. 6
Explore the "Power of Red" at the 4-H Campus Visit Day! Join us on Saturday, Oct. 11, for a half-day college visit experience at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Dive into academic interests, enjoy a campus tour and get all your questions answered about admissions... Continue reading…
Super Fair 2026 Dates
Save the dates! The 2026 Lancaster County Super Fair is scheduled for Thursday, July 30–Saturday, Aug. 8 at the Sandhills Global Event Center. 4‑H & FFA exhibits and events will be Thursday, July 30–Sunday, Aug. 2.
Originally published September 19, 2025 -
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