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Winter Maker Day
When: Saturday, December 10, 2022
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha
The first annual Maker Day, hosted by our 4-H program, will spark youth’s innovative and entrepreneurial spirit! Youth will choose from three festive maker projects. This event is open to ALL Douglas and Sarpy youth ages 5-18. Youth ages 10 and under will need to bring a helper who is 16 years or older. Bring paint shirt or wear clothes that can get paint on them.
Registration and Payment due November 11, 2022Registration Fee: $15 per youth
Pre-registration required https://go.unl.edu/makerday2022
Premium Checks
Premium checks are available for pick up at the Douglas-Sarpy central office (8015 West Center Rd, Omaha). Monday - Friday from 8-4:30 pm.
2022 Club of the Year
The Douglas-Sarpy 4-H program would like to announce the 2022 Club of the Year: Tails and Trails. Congratulations on your hard work and thank you for all your community service!
4-H Project Idea - Houseplants
Curious about learning more about the houseplant 4-H Project? Make plans to attend our Horticulture Workshop.
Horticulture 101
When: January 4, 2023
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha
At this workshop, youth will learn about taking care of houseplants and how to make them look good for the fair. Youth will get to plant and take home their own houseplant to grow! Cost is $10 per youth.
Register and pay by December 16, 2022 at https://forms.gle/gvNu8tkH9fGsnJ7z5
See more 2023 4-H project ideas at https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.642169387476476&type=3
4-Hers of the Week - Eliza Boyd
Friday feature 4-Her Eliza Boyd! At the 2022 fair, Eliza's Home Environment projects were not only Selected for State Fair, but they also received the Judge's Special Recognition.
The purpose of Home Environment is to learn design principles and develop graphic design techniques. In addition, activities in this category encourage well-thought-out design plans and diverse artistic techniques. Be sure to take note of the rules section to develop a successful project. Learn more about this project area at
https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/douglas-sarpy/pdfs/4-H/4h-sarpy-fair-home-environment-2022.pdf
Enroll in 4-H
To enroll in 4-H for 2023, click here.
For returning families, please do not create a new account; rather use your log-in credentials for 4honline used in previous years. Instructions can be found here: https://4h.unl.edu/enroll/returning-member. Enrollment instructions for new families can be found here: https://4h.unl.edu/enroll/new-member.
Please note the enrollment fee for Douglas-Sarpy counties is $10 per member and is paid online. Enrollments are due June 15, 2023.
Please contact Mary Dierks at mdierks@sarpy.com with any questions.
New 4-H Volunteers for Douglas-Sarpy 4-H will need to be screened and have a background check done. Volunteers may not work with youth until volunteer enrollment and screening is complete. To begin the screening process visit and enroll via 4-H Online.
Mechanical Engineering Workshop
When: November 29, 2022
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha
Cost $15
In this engaging workshop, youth (ages 8 and older) will learn about mechanical engineering and apply skills learned to build cardboard automatas! Cardboard automata is a type of mechanical sculpture made of simple materials. As youth build, they can explore simple machine elements such as cams, levers, and linkages in a playful way. Join us as we bring stories and ideas to life with these cool mechanical sculptures that can be entered into fair!
4-H Quilt Club
When: Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Where: Celtic Quilter, 5080 S. 108th Street, Omaha
For more information, contact Club Leader Stephanie at (stephkucera@hotmail.com).
*This club usually meets on the third Tuesday of the month.
4-H Informational Meeting
When: November 28, 2022
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha
Cost: Free
Register at https://go.unl.edu/new4h
Learn ways to get involved in the Douglas-Sarpy 4-H program. A light meal will be served and fun prizes will be awarded.
Nebraska 4-H Fed Steer Challenge - Sign up by Nov. 18
The Nebraska 4-H Fed Steer Challenge is a unique opportunity for teens to learn more about the Nebraska cattle industry and develop skills to help them lead that industry in the future. Applications are now open for youth interested in participating in 2023. Visit 4h.unl.edu/fed-steer-challenge to learn more about this opportunity or to apply.
2023-2024 Nebraska Poultry Education Scholarship
Nebraska residents, those attending school in Nebraska, or those interested in a career in poultry-based in Nebraska are encouraged to apply for the 2023-2024 Nebraska Poultry Education Scholarship. A total of eight $1,000 scholarships can be awarded for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Learn more at https://form.jotform.com/221916433604149
2023-2024 J.H. & J.W. Claybaugh Memorial Scholarship
Nebraska residents, those attending school in Nebraska, or those interested in a career in poultry-based in Nebraska are encouraged to apply for the 2023-2024 J.H. & J.W. Claybaugh Memorial Scholarship.
Learn more and apply at https://form.jotform.com/221916476165158
Nebraska Extension in Douglas-Sarpy Counties
Submit your community service project at 4h.unl.edu/csps
