Friday 4-H Nugget

Friday, February 2, 2024

Volume 5 Issue 9

Friday 4-H Nugget

Greetings 4-H Community,

February is here! This year is a leap year so we get that extra day; what are you going to do with that time? Maybe explore a new 4-H project? Much of the information for each of the projects can be found on our website. You can also order manuals for pick up by completing this form.

Need an idea of a fun activity or something to celebrate at a 4-H meeting? Check out this article from Country Living of different Holidays and Observances during the month. I know I am excited to celebrate Ice Cream for Breakfast day!

There is a a lot of good information below in this Friday 4-H Nugget so be sure to check it out, from the Mini 4-H Welcome Event, Grill Masters (which there are a few spots left! so sign up) and why science is important. If you have any questions please be sure to reach out to our office staff and we will be happy to assist you.

All the best,

Robby Kelly, Sthele Greybar & Corey Sharp

Extension Educators

Mini 4-H Welcome Event

Join us February 21 at 6:00pm at the ECCC building! Connect with volunteers, 4-H Educators, and fellow families to discover exciting county fair projects, and get a sneak peek into upcoming events like Bonneyville Mills Day Camp, Livestock Camp, and Mini 4-H Day of Service.

It's a chance to build lasting connections, gain valuable insights, and kickstart an amazing Mini 4-H journey. Don't miss out on this enriching experience that promises fun, learning, and community spirit. See you there!

Scan the QR Code to register for the Mini 4-H Welcome Event or call the office at 574-533-0554.

Grill Masters

Calling all 7-12th graders! You can still register to participate in our new Grill Masters program offering a hands-on experience learning about outdoor cooking, food safety, food preparation and menu planning.

The first of three workshops begins March 15 then a Saturday BBQ cook-off event! This will be a great capstone to try out everything you have learned. Spots are limited to 20 youth and we are near capacity so be sure to sign up today.

Grill Masters Series Flyer

Summer Internships Available!

Calling all 4-H Alumni! The Purdue Extension Elkhart County office is looking for two college students to serve as summer interns. This is a paid position starting mid-May and wrapping up the first week of August. More details and the application can be found on the Indiana Work and Learn website. Application deadline is February 15. Contact Robby Kelly or Brandy Cavanagh for more details.

Cake Decorating Workshop

There will be a Beginner/Intermediate Cake Decorating Workshop on Tuesday, March 5 in Ag Hall (Fairgrounds) from 6:00pm-8:00pm.

We had over 40 participants at the Beginner & Intermediate Cake Decorating Workshop last year!

4-H’ers learned about:

Basic skills needed to complete the Cake Decorating project.
Supplies needed to complete their exhibit.
Additional 4-H programming/trips they might be interested in.

If you cannot attend this workshop, or would like to know more about Cake Decorating, please be sure to check out the Cake Decorating Workshop YouTube video.

CLOVER by 4-H!

Empower all young people to find their spark!

CLOVER is a digital learning platform that encourages hands-on learning in a fun and accessible way. Developed by Cooperative Extension and our network of land-grant universities, CLOVER’s content spans more than 20 subject areas, including STEM, emotional wellbeing, financial literacy, and career readiness. With both free and paid subscriptions, CLOVER is another way to ensure that young people everywhere have access to high-quality 4-H programming.

You can learn more or sign up here.

Key Things to Know About CLOVER:

220+ online activities for everyone ages 5-18.
Content developed by experts! From space exploration to the science of pollination to stress management, the information and activities provided through CLOVER come directly from some of the nation’s top academics, innovators, and leaders in these fields.
Interactive content and gamification: CLOVER is designed to be as fun and rewarding as it is educational. Users can customize their CLOVER experience to their interests and earn pins as they complete the interactive activities, some of which include gamified content and augmented reality.

Purdue Extension Information

Elkhart County 4-H Information

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Purdue University is an equal access/equal opportunity institution

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