Forces of Nature is a hybrid (both virtual and in-person experiences) Spark Club open to youth in 3rd-12th grades who have an interest in any area of Natural Resources. One virtual meeting and one in-person meeting will be held once per month beginning in January and running through April. Areas explored include Wildlife, Soil and … Continue reading Forces of Nature Spark Club
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4-H Day at the Statehouse
Indiana 4-H is excited to invite all 7th-12th grade 4-H’ers to Indiana 4-H Day at the Statehouse! On Tuesday February 13, 2024 participants will learn about their state government through a full day of civic engagement & leadership opportunities! 4-H’ers will tour the Indiana Statehouse, meet local representatives and have the opportunity to serve as … Continue reading 4-H Day at the Statehouse
Legos, Legos, and more Legos!
Wal-Mart online only is selling five pound bags of Lego bricks. These are assorted and contain bricks and specialty pieces. A bag holds approximately 4000 pieces. With shipping and tax the price is $64.19. I am not promoting Wal-Mart, but this is a great offer, and less than a set normally costs. Cathy Williams, Lego … Continue reading Legos, Legos, and more Legos!
Jackson Volunteers Meeting
The Jackson Volunteers club will be having our December meeting and a Christmas party all in one on December 17th at 3pm. The address is Fieldstone Farms at 435 E 725 N Valparaiso IN. The club will provide pizza! There is a $15 white elephant gift exchange if you want to participate! Please RSVP to … Continue reading Jackson Volunteers Meeting
4-H Open House
Do you know someone who is interested in 4-H, but you have trouble explaining to them everything there is to know about 4-H? Or are you new to 4-H and want to find out more information? Tell them to come to the 4-H Open House to talk to superintendents, see some projects that 4-H has … Continue reading 4-H Open House
National 4-H Arts Callout
National 4-H Council is collecting applications from 4-H members interested in sharing their talent at 2024 national events. Youth artists, creators and performers of all types are encouraged to apply. Applications are limited to youth 14-19 years of age by January 1, 2024. Applicants must include a 90 second video demonstrating their performance or up … Continue reading National 4-H Arts Callout
Holiday Card Exchange
Want to create friendships across state lines? Join in on the Holiday Card Exchange where you can send a card to a Michigan 4-H'er this holiday season. Our 4-H Extension Educator, Jen, asks that you write a little paragraph about your experiences in 4-H and what 4-H means to you inside the card. Looking forward … Continue reading Holiday Card Exchange
Livestock Superintendent Meeting
A Livestock Superintendent Meeting will be taking place on December 7th at 6:30 pm. Location of the meeting is in Expo East - Upstairs at the Porter County Fairgrounds. We will be discussing the 2023 fair success and needs for improvement as well as the 2024 fair livestock show schedule. Reminder - all livestock superintendents … Continue reading Livestock Superintendent Meeting
Center Wildcats November Meeting Minutes
We had so much fun at the November Center Wildcats 4-H Meeting. We played Bingo match up as a way to get to know new people and make new friends! We also gave out our achievement year pins to the 4-H’ers. Lastly, we talked about Mrs. Hewlett’s front porch committee kits, where 4-H’ers can pick … Continue reading Center Wildcats November Meeting Minutes
Free Poultry Workshop
Please see below for an opportunity offered by the Purdue Poultry Science team at the State Fairgrounds on December 2nd. This is for youth grades 7-12 with only 25 spots available. Please email Stephanie DeCamp with questions. sdecamp@indianastatefair.com Director of Education | Indiana State Fair Commission Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center 1202 East 38th … Continue reading Free Poultry Workshop
Porter County 4-H Hub 