Porter County 4-H is seeking new volunteers for the following positions: Floriculture Superintendent Pigeon Superintendent Small Animals Superintendent Homemade Toys Superintendent Mini 4-H Building Exhibits Co-Superintendent Contact our 4-H Educator, Jen Myers, at myersjn@purdue.edu to ask for an application and to learn more about the volunteer opportunities available. Some of these positions have application deadlines.
4-H Council Rules’ Committee
The Rules' Committee Meeting date has changed from what was given at the September Council meeting. The new date is October 23rd at 5:30 pm in the Porter County Extension Office. Anyone on the committee must re-enroll in 4-H Online and be an approved volunteer prior to the meeting.
Casey’s is Partnering with 4-H
Celebrate National Pizza Month with 4-H’s favorite pizza from Casey’s! When you purchase any large pizza from Oct. 2 - Nov. 5, Casey’s will donate $1 (up to $100,000) to 4-H programs in Casey’s Communities. Casey’s customers can also add a donation to their online order to support 4-H.
2024-25 4-H Enrollment has Opened
Join Indiana 4-H in Porter County! Ready to explore new skills, make friends, and grow as a leader? From animals to computers, gardening to public speaking, 4-H offers amazing hands-on learning opportunities for youth in grades K-12! Whether you are passionate about science, the arts, or agriculture - there’s something for everyone! Enrollment is officially … Continue reading 2024-25 4-H Enrollment has Opened
Dairy Project Butter Braids and Popcorn Fundraiser
Happy fall everyone, I hope everyone is doing well and I know this is later than usual. I only got the order forms last week so they went out as quick as I could get them done with everything else going. Selling dates are as soon as you receive your form until October 26th. You … Continue reading Dairy Project Butter Braids and Popcorn Fundraiser
4-H Online vs FairEntry
As the new 4-H year begins, one of the biggest confusions we come across is: "What is 4-H Online?" and, "What is FairEntry?" Think of 4-H Online being step 1 of the 4-H year. Fair Entry is step 2 for those showing at the upcoming fair. In order to complete step 2, step 1 MUST … Continue reading 4-H Online vs FairEntry
Liberty Sunsetters 4-H Club- Halloween /Fall Party
Exciting Kickoff for the 2024-2025 4-H Year! The Liberty Sunsetters 4-H Club is thrilled to announce our first event of the new 4-H year! Join us for a fun-filled Halloween/Fall Party on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at 3:00 PM. Event Details: What: October Club Event - Halloween/Fall Party When: Sunday, October 13, 2024, at 3:00 … Continue reading Liberty Sunsetters 4-H Club- Halloween /Fall Party
Interested in the Lego Project????????
In the Lego project, kits may not be exhibited; however, parts from kits are allowed. Following is a list of places that sell individual bricks at a lower price. Many of these are used but cleaned. rebrickable.com brickset.com bricklink.com brickowl.com lego.com (click on pick-a-brick) Be sure to watch store sales for bricks too. I … Continue reading Interested in the Lego Project????????
Attention Porter County 4-H Draft Horse Project Members!
The annual hayride is right around the corner. It will be taking place on October 6th at 2 pm. Location of the hayride is 850 S 600 W, Hebron, IN 46341. Questions: Beth Wilcox 708-212-7003
Extended Deadline for 4-H Photography Calendar
October 1 is the new deadline for entering your Gold Sticker photos in the 4-H Photography calendar contest. Attached is a copy of the entry form. Entries may be mailed, or brought to my house: 3058 Sturdy Road, Valparaiso, IN 46383. Mrs. Hewlett, supt. Gold Sticker Entry Form
