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October
3-9: National 4-H Week
6: 4-H Spirit Day (Wear 4-H Shirt)
3-9: Window Displays Judged
31 Halloween
November
2 @ 7pm: County Council Meeting (YAL)
11: Veteran’s Day (UCCE closed)
25-26: Thanksgiving (UCCE closed)
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Need to set up a zoom meeting? Please Complete this survey
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CCC Meetings
Flyers and other documents are still physically handed out at CCC meetings- if you miss a meeting you can still come to the 4-H Office to check your folder. The office has also created a google folder where some flyers are stored digitally: County Council Meeting Folder
eXtension Update
The link to returning volunteer eXtension training has been updated-previously it took volunteers to the wrong training. We have corrected the link on our webpage. Returning Volunteers must complete the 20 min eXtension training. Diego is offering a webinar on October 21 (details below).
4honline Office Hours
Sonoma 4-H office staff recognize that our members may be experiencing difficulties accessing the new 4honline system. Michelle is available via zoom to assist families reset passwords and escalate issues to the state if necessary. Call the office at 707-565-2681 or email mnozzari@ucanr.edu to get assistance.
Covid-19 Volunteer Acknowledgement
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Wow! What a difference just a few short weeks can make! The wind...the falling leaves...the bitter cold mornings and those warm afternoons...it's bittersweet.
Record Books have been evaluated, scored and the Senior books have been returned in order to get them spiffed-up for the State competition (hope you got your "Intent to Submit" forms in!). I want to thank all of the youth members (and the adult partners behind them!) who submitted record books this year, and I also want to shout out thank you to the evaluators who took the time to read them all and give such great feedback to the members. I promise it is worth it! Great job, everyone! Now, you just have to wait until October 23rd to find out how you scored.
Why October 23, you ask? Well, because OCTOBER 23rd IS ACHIEVEMENT NIGHT! Take some time out on Saturday, October 23rd at 1:00 to come celebrate our amazing "Detour Toward Success" event! We may have had to take a few different ways to get where we were going, but your All Star Team is busy busy busy planning and organizing this year's celebration of your amazing work and can't wait to recognize you publicly! So get your roadsigns ready for the big event, it looks BRIGHT and full of fun! Please remember to RSVP online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfkjOJZrLi4VNKbyNzY4qLJO3KT0r0DmoyZRl84jVYDnjLxcQ/viewform
so we know who to expect and are sure to have enough celebratory swag to go around!
I also want to thank Diego for making our CCC meeting a ZOOMing success; feedback so far has been positive in that those at home were able to hear us and those at the meeting in person were able to hear those on zoom...a huge improvement over our first try! (Yes, I was thinking about throwing in the towel on the whole hybrid CCC meeting idea, but I think Diego has me convinced we can keep it working!) Thanks so so much, Diego! We heard from committee chairs about great events coming up, including the Teen Movie Night at the YAL center, Livestock Judging is moving in a positive direction, Fashion Revue and Presentation Day are gearing up (I hope the members are getting ready for ALL of those events!!) and I am so grateful that we still have amazing volunteers at the helm of those traditional events to keep them alive and kicking!
Also, don't forget to bring your Starcross Twist-tie projects BACK to November's CCC meeting (or take them directly to the office before then) so we can get them back to Gualala where they will be attached to their wreaths. THANK you to all the members and volunteers helping with this annual community service!
I'm sure I'm forgetting something important, but as always I say thank you to all of you for being part of this amazing program and dedicating your time and energy to all it has to offer; we ARE making the best better. My gratitude is sincere and my love for this program runs deep, so anything I can do to help, please reach out and let me know! I can't wait to see you all at Achievement Night!
Happy Fall and happy pumpkin hunting and carving! Here's to warm wishes and fuzzy socks.
OH! Please remember to keep good records of your meeting participants...members, parents, visitors alike...in case contact tracing becomes necessary. Thank you!
Warmly,
Sara
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Hello Sonoma County 4-H,
We have a very exciting event fast approaching. On October 23 at 1:00, we have Achievement night at the YAL Center in the parking lot. The theme is Detour Towards Success. After a crazy year of COVID, we took a detour from normal life but we were still on a route towards the destination. We still need to follow mask and covid protocol but we are glad we can get back to some normalcy by celebrating our 4-H success in person. We are asking each club to make a road sign with your club name. Ghilotti Construction Co. is generously donating their time and equipment for our decorations. I can’t wait to see you there!
-Emily Maners, 2021-2022 All Star Ambassador
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📍 Sonoma County 4-H Events & Resources
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4-H eXtension Webinar For Returning Leaders |
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If you would like to complete the eXtension training required by attending a webinar led by a 4-H staff member please email Diego Mariscal and share your full name, your club, and which day you would like to participate: Thursday, October 21st at 6pm.
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In order to receive credit for the training, you must attend the webinar AND complete the volunteer quiz.
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🚧 Achievement Night: Detour Towards Success
October 23, 2021 at 1pm at the YAL Center in Rohnert Park
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Clubs will be seated in groups made up of family pods according to reservations received; this will allow us to encourage safe distancing and ensure we are gathering in accordance with any guidelines in place on the date of the event. Please be prepared to wear a mask, and bring them for your pod if possible. We are so excited to have an opportunity to celebrate our successes despite the detour we all took to get here! Thank you for participating!
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Sequoia "Open" (County) Sewing Project
Begins 10/9/2022, YAL Center
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Sewing is fun! Come Challenge yourself with us!
Join us as we explore this skill/craft/art together!
Ideas for 2021/22:
Leader/Teen Leader led items to sew this year:
Tote bags, zipper, pouches and embellishment.
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Meeting Schedule:
Place YAL Center, set machines up at 9:30/9:45 AM
Project Time 10:00 am to noon
10/9/21
11/13/21
12/4/21
2/12/22
3/12/22
4/9/22
Fashion Revue Tentatively scheduled 4/2/22
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Come sew with us! Boys and girls ages 5 - 19 are welcome with all sewing abilities. Like a county project, this project is open to members of all clubs who may not have access to a sewing project. Youth may sew an item they
choose or they may opt to follow along with instructions given for a project suggested by the leader and Teen Leader, it all works. Making and presenting an item for County Fashion Revue will be suggested but not required. Sewers
may choose to sew by hand or machine. Youth will plan, prep, and sew in project time but this project works best when youth also sew at home to get more time in.
-Ages: Primaries (5-8yrs) should have an adult present for safety
-Ages 9 and up may be dropped off with prior permission
-New Covid details to follow.
-Youth will be purchasing the majority of their materials independently, cost
varies with the choices they make. Recycling and getting super deals at thrift store will be discussed.
-Youth can leave meetings early if desired, our goal with 2 hr meetings was to allow max. sewing time for those who want it. The duration is flexible to suit all level of patience and ability.
Thanks!
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Leader: Diana Hampton 707-484-6884 hamptond@mac.com
Teen Leader: Satleen Gill
Club: Sequoia
PS, To sign up, make sure to call or e-mail Diana in advance so we will
know how many for social distancing and 4-H Covid procedures!
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Rabbit Royalty & Showmanship
Youth contests are ages 5-18, boys and girls, and can help with rabbit knowledge, showmanship at fairs, and for future needs like interview skills and scholarship opportunities!
Meetings will take place Tuesdays starting in October at the YAL Center in Rohnert Park.
What we will do:
Practice showmanship, talk about youth contests and how to enter, find study groups, work on contests that can be entered virtually only, have fun, meet new people, and enjoy guest speakers!
Anyone interested is welcome to come, cavy will be included too
Please join our Shutterfly page for updates, schedule, information
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Important links for the 2022 Fashion Revue
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📢 State 4-H Events and Information
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Tractor Supply Paper Clover
October 6-17, 2021
Mark your calendars for the Tractor Supply Paper Clover fall campaign, October 6-17. This is one of our largest fundraisers, supporting 4-H camp and leadership activities.
At this time there are no restrictions on 4-H'ers being in stores. Please check with your local store manager before planning any displays
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4-H STEM Shark Tank
The 4-H STEM Shark Tank presentations were a big hit at our virtual 2021 State Field Day. This time, we are offering you up to $2,000 to build a working model of your design! You will present this at State Field Day 2022.
Submit your written proposal by December 20, 2021. Get details of the global issues to solve and apply at the 4-H STEM Shark Tank event page.
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STEM Challenge: Galactic Quest
Designed by Clemson University, the 2021 4‑H STEM Challenge, Galactic Quest, focuses on the mysteries and adventures of space exploration.
Galactic Quest explores the history of humans in space, the technology and resources needed for missions, and the obstacles humans encounter in orbit. Activities explore important STEM topics ranging from physics and engineering to computer science and space agriculture.
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County Ambassador Essentials Series
The State Ambassador team will be hosting a workshop series for County Ambassadors, youth leaders (14 and up), and County Ambassador Coaches.
October 21, 2021 6:30-8:00pm
Creating a Strong Plan of Action
November 18, 2021 6:30-8:30pm
Manage Your Goals & Consensus Building
December 9, 2021-6:30-8:00pm
Anatomy of a Workshop
January 20, 2022- 6:30-8:00pm
The Art of Facilitation
February 17, 2022- 6:30-8:00pm
Develop Your Back Up Plan REGISTER for Workshops & Forums
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Forums for County Ambassadors and their Coaches
The discussion forums for County Ambassadors will be facilitated by the State Ambassador team and the Coaches' forum will be facilitated by Jenna Colburn and additional 4-H CES with County Ambassador program experience. These are geared to offer a safe and encouraging space to seek support, share ideas, and celebrate successes. Topics and Zoom link information for each forum will be announced in advance of the meeting.
County Ambassador Forum 6:30-8:00pm
October 28, 2021
December 16, 2021
January 27, 2022
February 24, 2022
March 24, 2022
April 28, 2022
May 26, 2022
County Ambassador Coaches Forum: 6:30-8:00pm
October 27, 2021
December 15,2021
January 28, 2022
February 23, 2022
March 23, 2022
April 27, 2022
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4-H Zoom series on Poultry Husbandry |
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Be a Winner with Wool!
Enter the California 2021 Make it With Wool Contest
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The competition promotes creativity and the versatility of sewing, knitting, and crocheting using wool fabrics and yarns. The contest has encouraged personal expression and exceptional workmanship while showcasing thousands of awe-inspiring woolen garments from all over the US. Many entries are created by 4-H clothing and textile members.
The California MIWW Contest will offer the following categories:
- Pre-Teen (12 years and under)
- Junior (Ages 13-16)
- Senior (Ages 17-24)
- Adult (Ages 25 and older)
All garments must be constructed using fabric or yarn containing a minimum of 60% wool. Specific rules, age requirements, and judging criteria can be found on the MIWW website.
Junior, Senior and Adult California winners are eligible to compete in the 2021 National Contest, held in San Diego, CA January 21-23, 2022. Entry deadline is October 30, 2021.
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