August 2021 4-H Newsletter
COVID-19 UPDATE
Due to public health concerns, the Marais des Cygnes Extension District offices are open but are limited to the number of people allowed in the offices at a given time to maintain social distancing.

  • You can also access the Marais des Cygnes Extension District via our Facebook page or our website.
  • Follow these guidelines in-person club meetings and all 4-H events/activities:
  • Protocols and COVID-19 guidelines must be followed by the county/city in which the 4-H activity, meeting, or event is taking place.
  • No participant should be asked to participate in any manner that makes them feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Please remember that even if you feel safe, we have 4-H’ers who have conditions that could put them at higher risk or have family members that they are in contact with that could be at higher risk. We need to provide a safe environment for everyone.
  • Try to offer a virtual option for those who don't feel comfortable with a group meeting.
  • You must clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that are frequently touched.
  • Maintain a 6-foot distance from others. Space seating at least 6-feet apart.
  • Provide access to hand-washing stations with soap or hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol. Check with CDC for recalls on hand sanitizer.
  • Limit the amount of time that participants are close to one another and leaders.
  • Discourage hugs, handshakes, etc.

Questions or concerns? Please contact Karla (khightow@ksu.edu) or Abbie (abbie2@ksu.edu).
Dates to Remember
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
August 1 - Linn County Fair Horse Show
August 5 - LNCO Cloverbud Meeting
August 6 - 14- Linn County Fair
August 9 - MICO Junior Leaders Meeting
August 11 - MICO Rabbit Club Meeting
August 12 - MICO Cloverbud Meeting
August 15 - LNCO Junior Leaders Meeting
August 17 - MICO Dog Club Meeting
August 25 - MICO Horse Club Meeting
August 31 - 4-H Leaders Quarterly Meeting

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4-H Council Dates
Linn County 4-H Council is meeting on September 22, at 7:00 p.m. at the Linn County 4-H Building.

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ο»ΏMiami County 4-H Council is meeting on September 12, at 8:00 p.m at the Paola Office.
Coming Up Quick
Fishing Project this month at Cloverbuds!
Cloverbud meetings will now be offered in both Linn & Miami County locations. Both meetings will cover the same topics, so there is no need to attend both and you may attend a meeting in either county.

LNCO Cloverbud Meeting is August 5, 5:30 p.m. at the Linn County 4-H Building.
Follow the event here.

MICO Cloverbud Meeting is August 12, 5:30 p.m. at the Paola Extension Office.
Follow the event here.
State Fair Updates
Click here to view the updates for the 2021 Kansas State Fair.

Kansas State Fair Dates

September 10 - 19, 2021
Fair 4-H Food Stands
The Linn County Fair 4-H Food Stand schedule has been sent to all club leaders

Contact Abbie or Franny if you have questions.
Pre-Fair Reminder!
Be sure to pick up the materials needed for the fair from the Extension office. Such as:

  • Photo mat boards
  • Food preservation labels
  • Sewing tags
  • Space tech informational sheets
  • Entry tags (Miami County)
Fashion/Style Revue Modeling Tips
If you are new to fashion/style revue or would like some tips from a 4-H member who has experienced Fashion Revue. Check out the video by Sidney Wilson giving techniques and tips for modeling your outfit at Fashion Revue Judging. The Tutorial can be found on our YouTube Channel by clicking here.
Highlight Reel
Congratulations!
To all of the Miami County fair exhibitors for your hard work this year and the achievements you received.
More
State Events

  • Register by August 1
  • Expo is August 11

  • August 14

  • Entries due August 15

  • Entries due August 16

  • August 21-22

  • October 9-10
Click here to view the previous Miami County 4-H Foundation Newsletters.
K-State Research and Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact Allison Wakefield two weeks prior to the start of the event at 913-294-4306 or allison16@ksu.edu.  Requests received after this date will be honored when it is feasible to do so. 
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