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New In 2015 — 4-H Members MUST Be Enrolled Online by Jan. 31
Nebraska 4-H is introducing a new 4-H online enrollment system, called “4-H Online.” The website to enroll is https://ne.4honline.com. NOTE: only parents/guardians may enroll 4-H members. THE HEALTH INFORMATION IS OPTIONAL! Continue reading…
4-H Achievement Celebration, Feb. 10
Join us in celebrating 4-H youth achievements on Tuesday, Feb. 10, 6:30pm at the Lancaster Extension Education Center. Light snack provided. 4-H members, clubs and volunteers receiving awards, scholarships or pins will be mailed detailed information.
4-H Crocheting Workshop, Feb. 7
4-H youth ages 10 & up are invited to learn how to crochet a washcloth utilizing the single crochet stitch at the “Basic Crocheting” workshop on Saturday, Feb. 7, 9am at the Lancaster Extension Education Center. No cost – all supplies will be provided. Must preregister by Feb. 4. Continue reading…
4-H Pillow Sewing Workshop, Feb. 21
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to learn beginning sewing skills and make a pillow at the “Pillow Party” sewing workshop on Saturday, Feb. 21, 9am at the Lancaster Extension Education Center. Sign up by Feb. 18. Bring your sewing machine, basic sewing equipment, etc. Continue reading…
4-H Jammie Workshop, March 28
4-H youth ages 8 and up are invited to practice their basic sewing skills and make jammie bottoms at the “Jammie Jamboree” sewing workshop on Saturday, March 28, 9am at the Lancaster Extension Education Center, 444 Cherrycreek Road. No cost to attend. Sign up by March 26 by calling 402-441-7180. Continue reading…
4-H Clubs Needed to Help Provide Booths at Kiwanis Karnival, April 10
The annual Kiwanis Karnival, a FREE family event, is sponsored by the Lincoln Center Kiwanis. This year, it will be held Friday, April 10, 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Elliott Elementary School, 225 S. 25th St., Lincoln (NOTE CHANGE from a Saturday to Friday). Continue reading…
4-H Photography Themes
The 2015 4-H Photography Nebraska Theme classes for fair will encourage 4-H’ers to explore potential careers in photography.
Unit II, Editorial photographer career exhibit print. Unit III, Commercial photographer career exhibit print. Continue reading…
Governor’s Ag Excellence Award Forms Due March 1
The Governor’s Agricultural Excellence Awards are sponsored by the Nebraska 4-H Foundation and Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA). Each year, 25 4-H clubs are awarded $500 to be used as described in the award application form completed by the club.
More details at: http://www.ne4hfoundation.org4-H Council Camp Scholarships
Lancaster County 4-H Council is offering a select number of full scholarships to attend a 4-H summer camp at either of the two Nebraska 4-H Camp locations: Gretna or Halsey. Preference given to applications submitted by March 1, will accept through July 31. Continue reading…
Applications Open for 4-H Camp Staff
The two 4-H Camps in Nebraska are currently accepting applications for summer staff. The camps offer outstanding opportunities for young adults to learn leadership skills, gain valuable experience for future careers and make lasting memories. Need not be in 4-H to apply.
More details at: http://go.unl.edu/k64h4-H/FFA Market Beef Weigh-In, Jan. 22
4-H and FFA exhibitors showing market steers or heifers at the Lancaster County Super Fair, Nebraska State Fair and/or Ak-Sar-Ben 4-H Stock Show must identify and weigh-in their projects on Thursday, Jan. 22, 6–7pm at the Lancaster Event Center – Pavilion 2. Continue reading…
4-H Horse Incentive Program Has Begun
Any Lancaster County 4-H’er can participate in the Lancaster County 4-H Horse Incentive Program and log hours/points by participating in various horse-related activities Jan. 1–June 30.
State 4-H Horse Stampede Entries Due Feb. 13
The annual 4-H Horse Stampede will be held Saturday, March 14 at the UNL Animal Science Building on East Campus. Stampede includes the 4-H state horse-related competitions which do not require a horse: Horse Bowl, Public Speaking, Demonstration and Art Contest. Continue reading…
4-H Dog Workshop, Feb. 21
A statewide 4-H Paws-On Dog Workshop will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, 9am–3pm at the Greater Lincoln Obedience Club Building, 5740 Johanna Road. Fee is $15 per person which includes a lunch. Register by Feb. 13. Continue reading…
More details at: http://go.unl.edu/nu0vNEW 4-H Companion Animal Challenge, March 14
A new statewide Companion Animal Challenge for 4-H’ers 8–18 will be held Saturday, March 14 at the Animal Science Building on UNL East Campus. It provides youth a chance to participate in a variety of contests about dog, cat, rabbit or other companion animals. Continue reading…
More details at: http://go.unl.edu/4hcacSpring Rabbit Show, March 21
All youth ages 8-18 are invited to the Spring Rabbit Show, March 21, 9 a.m. at the Lancaster Event Center - Exhibit Hall. Classes include fancy, commercial, pet and pee wee. Great opportunity to learn and practice showmanship! For more info, call Marty at 402-441-7180.
Pick-A-Pig Club Accepting New Members
The Pick-A-Pig 4-H club is accepting new members for anyone who wants to learn about pork production and show a pig at the Lancaster County Super Fair. The club is open to all city and rural youth. For additional information, contact Harry Muhlbach at 402-430-7304. Deadline to join is March 15.
'Farmland' film screening is Jan. 20
The UNL Collegiate Farm Bureau Club and IANR are offering a screening of the documentary film "Farmland" at 7 p.m., Jan. 20 in the Hardin Hall auditorium (room 107) on UNL's East Campus. The screening is free and open to the public. Continue reading…
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Originally published January 17, 2015 -
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