Attention Dairy Cattle Families! The 2026 Porter County 4-H Dairy Cattle show has been moved to a new day during fair week! The show will take place on Saturday, July 25th. More information will become available as we get closer to the Porter County Fair (Official).
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4-H Day at the Statehouse
4-H Day at the Statehouse February 10, 2026 This is a great opportunity for youth in the grades 7-12 to tour the building, learn about legislative processes, meet with legislators, and experience Indiana history. Be on the lookout for more information to come out in January 2026.
Important Dates for Porter County 4-H
See below for important dates/deadlines for 4-H members. Be sure to mark your calendars with these important dates.
Photography Project Calendars
2026 4-H Photography "Gold Sticker" calendars are ready. Many pre-ordered calendars have already been picked up. The remainder are on my front step in a plastic tote. Extra calendars were printed for anyone who wishes to have one, but didn't have the opportunity to order one. They are $15.00. Call me at 219-476-6653 or email … Continue reading Photography Project Calendars
Teen Leadership Weekend
Registration is officially open for the 2026 Teen Leadership Weekend! This trip is an opportunity extended to youth in grades 7-12. Teen Leadership Weekend will take place March 27-29 at Camp Tecumseh in Brookston, Indiana. Due to the generosity of the Indiana 4-H Foundation, the cost to attend this amazing experience is only $50. The … Continue reading Teen Leadership Weekend
It’s Paper Clover Time
It's that time of year again! Tractor Supply Co. paper clover campaign starts NOW! Donate before December 14th to help kids reach for new goals through camps and leadership experiences in Porter County 4-H!
Photo Contest at Gardening Show
Calling all emerging nature photographers and garden enthusiasts! This year, and for the first time, our Porter County Master Gardener Association, is opening our Photography Contest at our annual Gardening Show to include a new category that will award “Emerging Artists.” Our Gardening Show will take place at the Porter County Expo Center on Saturday, … Continue reading Photo Contest at Gardening Show
Financial Aid and Scholarship Workshop
Need help making sense of College Financial Aid and Scholarships? Register for the virtual workshop on December 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM. See the link below to register.
2026 Indiana 4-H Scholarships
In partnership with the Indiana 4-H Foundation, the Indiana 4-H Youth Development Program annually awards more than $150,000.00 in scholarships to 4-H members to pursue post-secondary education. Scholarships are awarded to recognize youth participating in Indiana’s 4-H Youth Development Program on their achievements and life skill development resulting from their participation in a variety of … Continue reading 2026 Indiana 4-H Scholarships
Chesterton Twilight Parade *Canceled*
Due to the pending weather this weekend, the Duneland Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Chesterton have made the difficult decision to postpone this Saturday's Twilight Holiday Parade. Due to their reschedule date of December 5th, we will not have a 4-H float in this year's parade as our draft horse team will not … Continue reading Chesterton Twilight Parade *Canceled*
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