Bee Keeping Workshop

T here will be a 4-H Bee Keeping Workshop from 1-3 p.m. on May 7, 2016 at the Ray Township Community Center, 64255 Wolcott Road, Ray Township. The presenter for this workshop is Ryan Smith, Sanilac County 4-Her and member of the AgInnovators State Leadership Team. Participants of all ages are welcome, and you do not have to be a 4-H member or volunteer to attend. 

This workshop is free, but please R.S.V.P. to Macomb County MSU Extension, 586-469-6431 or macomb.4h@macombgov.org, by 5 p.m. on Friday, May 6th. Contact Elizabeth Duran, 4-H Program Coordinator, at 586-469-6090 or  duraneli@anr.msu.edu  for more information.

Old 4-H Items Needed for Historical Display in Warren

Do you have old Macomb County 4-H photos, awards or other 4-H items from years gone by? Macomb County 4-H staff is looking for items for a 4-H historical display in Warren. Contact Elizabeth Duran, 4-H Program Coordinator, at 586-469-6090 or duraneli@anr.msu.edu if you have items you can lend for this exhibit.

School Section 4-H Club Volunteers to Help Council

Thank you, School Section 4-H Club, for supporting the Macomb County 4-H Youth Council! School Section 4-H Club has volunteered to help the Macomb County 4-H Youth Council with its wood shavings sales fundraiser during the 2016 Armada Fair. Fundraisers like this enable the Council to offer scholarships and other opportunities to Macomb County 4-H members and volunteers. 

Submitted by Maggie Bohm, President

Macomb County 4-H Youth Council 

 

Children and Youth Institute Offers Volunteer Training

The MSU Extension CYI Capacity Building Work Team is offering a Generational Differences Training on May 5, 2016 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at YouthVille Detroit, 7375 Woodward Avenue, Suite 1520, Detroit.

See http://events.anr.msu.edu/GenerationDifferences2016/ for more information or to register.

 

This training is aimed at helping to build the capacity of professionals, volunteers and youth-serving organizations and is designed to keep participants active and engaged. The registration cost, unless otherwise listed, is $55 with a reduced fee for MSU Extension staff and AmeriCorps members. The cost includes lunch and any workshop materials.

 

If you have any questions, please contact the workshop facilitator listed on the registration page or Scott Lakin, 248-858-1509 or lakinsco@msu.edu. 

Raising Money Smart Children - April 23

Michigan State University Extension is offering "Raising Money Smart Children", a FREE workshop 

at Thompson Community Center, 11370 Hupp Avenue in Warren, from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, 

April 23, 2016, for adults and their children in grades 3-6. Adults and children will engage in activities designed to explore wants vs. needs, allowance, spending plans, and saving tips, and practice managing their money as a family unit. Seating is limited and lunch is provided. R.S.V.P. to 

586-469-7614 by April 21, 2016.

 

Mad City Money - May 3

Teens get a taste of the adult world with this hands-on simulation, complete with jobs, income, family and debt. During this two-hour challenge, youth visit merchants to select housing, transportation, food, household necessities, clothing, daycare and other wants and needs while building a budget for their simulated family. Mad City Money allows participants to make mistakes - and suffer the consequences of their decisions - in a realistic but safe environment. This Money Smart Week event, sponsored by Michigan State University Extension, is at the Farmington Community Library's Main Library Auditorium, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills, on Tuesday, May 3rd from 6-8 p.m. Call 

248-553-6880 for information.

 

Build Your Future: Choices...Connections...Careers... Curriculum Training

Learn how to implement this National 4-H curriculum that focuses on career exploration and workforce preparation. This National 4-H curriculum written by MSU Extension educators helps teens investigate career interests, identify goals, develop employability skills and explore post-secondary education options and sources of funding. Participants experience a variety of learning methods, such as developing a business plan, competing in a quiz bowl, creating a portfolio, analyzing case studiesand discussing questions that reflect on their experiences. Nine engaging activities provide a fun structure to help teens learn about their choices, make important connections and plan successful, meaningful careers. The curriculum is perfect for clubs, community groups, school enrichment, afterschool, and camp settings targeting upper middle and high school students. The training is conducted by two of the authors. This training would be beneficial for parents, volunteers, youth development workers, teachers and counselors. The Build Your Future: Choices...Connections...Careers Curriculum Training is May 2, 2016 from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at Wayne County MSU Extension, 33030 Van Born Road, Wayne, MI 48184. The training is $40 and includes a full curriculum, refreshments and lunch. Register online at http://events.anr.msu.edu/BuildYourFutureWayne2016/. Email 4-HCareerPrep@anr.msu.edu for more information.

Pioneers Learn about Nature and Serving the Community

Life Enrichment Academy-CSDD Warren is excited to have the privilege to be a part of 4-H. Over the last year at Life Enrichment Academy, we have launched a group that has become more involved in activities and volunteer efforts related to 4-H. The group, dedicated entirely to 4-H, is called "The Pioneers".

During the week, we visited the nature trails at the Lake Saint Clair Metropark in Harrison Township. We discussed habitats and ecosystems as we observed the wonders of nature around us. We talked about how the stuff on top of the water, that we think is gross, actually protects the life forms which live in the water. We were amazed at how nature is designed to take care of itself. We are looking forward to learning more lessons like this one. Pictured above is staff member Lynn, teaching about nature.

Submitted by Tena Harris, Pioneers 4-H Club

DTA 4-H Club and Mount Clemens 4-H Mentor Program Youth Prepare Gardens

4-Hers Explore Digital Storytelling at the Apple Store

The morning of April 16th was a fun time of creativity and learning for 15 members of School Section, Sharper Focus, and Thompson Community Center 4-H clubs. The youths attended the 4-H Meets at the Apple Store event at Partridge Creek in Clinton Township to learn about Apple technology and create digital stories using an assortment of Apple applications and devices.

 

They started off drawing and writing story boards on paper, then used iPads and various applications to draw out the pages of their story boards. Finally, they transferred the stories to MacBooks to put finishing touches on their books. Each 4-Her received a flash drive with his or her story on it and will also be receiving a t-shirt. 

Summer Youth Camps Planned at Thompson Community Center

Three summer camps for youth are planned by MSU Extension 4-H Youth Development. All will be 

held from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Thompson Community Center, 11370 Hupp Avenue, Warren. Camp dates are June 27-July 1, July 11-15, and August 8-12. Activities will focus on Healthy Living, Gardening, STEM, and Theater Arts. For more information, contact Lizz Duran, 4-H Program Coordinator, at 

(586) 469-6090 or duraneli@anr.msu.edu. 

National 4-H Calendar of Events

June 26-July 2

4-H Shooting Sports National Championships

Heartland Public Shooting Park, Grand Island, Nebraska  

Who should attend?

Youth ( 13 to 19 years of age as of January 1, 2016) who are interested in exploring health, food science, nutrition, physical fitness and personal safety related activities

How do interested youth and chaperones apply for camp?