The 4-H Update
August 25, 2023
NE State Fair
As we head into a busy weekend full of 4-H shows and contests at the Nebraska State Fair, let’s not forget to practice good sportsmanship! This is a skill we strive to instill in young people all year long, and it is essential during fair time. We know, too, that young people learn how to deal with conflict, disappointment, and competition by observing the behavior of those around them. So, of course, we expect everyone involved in 4-H to demonstrate good sportsmanship, including parents, volunteers, and officials.
4-H in the News!
Channel 7 recently featured some of our 4-Her gearing up for the NE State Fair. Check out their tv spot at https://www.ketv.com/article/nebraska-extension-4-h-participants-gear-up-for-the-ne-state-fair/44875151
State Fair's 4-H Project Showcase
Thank you to everyone who submitted projects to this year’s 4-H Project Showcase. There are several entries from Douglas and Sarpy County youth!
Look for these video at the State Fair in the 4-H building.
Nebraska State Fair 4-H Scavenger Hunt
1st annual 4-H Day at the Nebraska State Fair
The Nebraska State Fair is thrilled to host the 1st annual 4-H Day at the Nebraska State Fair. 4-H Day will be Sunday, August 27th. To celebrate our 4-H members statewide we are offering a discounted admission that day that is only for bonafide 4-H members. They will be able to enter the Fair for $5 for older youth and $3 for younger 4-Hers. The link is https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/7980811/4h-day-at-nebraska-state-fair-good-on-aug-27-only-lincoln-nebraska-state-fairlivestock. This is only intended for 4-H members, family members including parents will need to purchase regular admission tickets. This is not just for exhibitors, but for any 4-H member.
Special thanks to the team at the Nebraska State Fair for offering this opportunity to all Nebraska 4-H youth! In hopes to continuing this tradition, please share this announcement with your families as well as highlighting that the discount tickets are for enrolled youth only.
For any questions, please contact Amy Kelley akelley@statefair.org at the Nebraska State Fair.
State Fair App
More information: https://4h.unl.edu/state-fair#app
End of the Year Banquet
When: October 24, 2023
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Sarpy County Fairground
RSVP will be coming soon.
Feature of the Week
Project Idea - Upcycle Item
4-Her of the Week - Addy Negrete
This week's 4-Her of the week is Addy Negrete who had her foods projected selected for state fair! Are you curious what it takes to make a high quality food exhibit? Check out our 4-H Foods Judging Guide at https://food.unl.edu/Youth/4-H-foods-judging-guide.pdf
Do you have a notable 4-H moment?
Upload your project pictures to be included in our newsletter at https://go.unl.edu/4-hwinners
Upcoming Events
Pick Up State Fair Static Exhibits
After the State Fair, entries may be picked up at the Extension office from Wednesday, September 6 through Friday, September 8 from 8 am – 4:30 pm.
Please pick up items NO LATER than Sept. 8 as we do not have room to store them.
New Workshop- Kitchen Science
In this engaging workshop, youth will learn the why and how behind the making of some of our favorite foods. By conducting a series of mini food science experiments, youth will learn the science behind making ice cream, popping popcorn, changes in water density and carbonated fruit (Yes, CARBONATED fruit!). The kitchen science workshop is open to ALL youth 5-18. Sign up today!
When: Sept. 21, 2023 from 5:30-7:30 pm
Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha
Cost: $10
Register and pay by Friday, Sept. 15, 2023 at https://go.unl.edu/kitchenscienceworkshop
For more information, contact Ericka Murray at ericka.murray@unl.edu.
For more information, contact Alaina Kauffman M.Ed, Extension Assistant, Alaina.kauffman@unl.edu
4-H Quilt Club
When: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Interested members can contact Club Leader Stephanie at (stephkucera@hotmail.com).
*This club usually meets on the third Tuesday of the month.
Paddock Posse - Horseless Horse Club
Please join Douglas-Sarpy's Horseless Horse Club!
Where: Nebraska Extension Douglas-Sarpy Central Office, 8015 W Center Rd. Omaha
When: TBA (usually the first Friday of every Month) at 5 pm
Who: Youth ages 8-18
Let's learn more about the Horse Industry and Horse Related Topics!
You need to rsvp with Alaina at Alaina.kauffman@unl.edu
NE Youth Beef Leadership Symposium
Tthe 19th annual Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium (NYBLS) here at the Animal Science Complex on November 17 – 19, 2023. More details about the symposium, the 2022 recap video and the application link can be found at go.unl.edu/nybls. Please note the application deadline of October 1st. If an individual is selected to participate, a $75 registration fee will be collected at that time.
More details at: https://go.unl.edu/nybls
Participate in the Quilts of Valor Program
The Douglas-Sarpy 4-H program would like to encourage our youth to participate in the Quilts of Valor program. Learn more about the program at
https://4h.unl.edu/documents/Quilts%20of%20Valor%20State-wide%20Challenge%20GUIDELINES.pdf
Diamond Clover Program
This year's applications are due Sept. 30th.
4-H Dates
- Aug. 25 - Sep. 4, 2023 - Nebraska State Fair
- October 1st-7th - National 4-H Week 2023
- Oct. 4 - Douglas-Sarpy Discount Day at Vala's Pumpkin Patch (more details to come)
- June 18, Premier Communication Event - https://4h.unl.edu/premier-communication-event
- June 20 and Friday, June 21, 2024 - PACE - https://4h.unl.edu/pase
Learn more
Leader Newsletter - Check out all the issues here.
The Nebraska 4-H Glossary https://4h.unl.edu/glossary
4-H Shooting Sports information can be found here.
Start a club: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18S0FvDS90FXh_xsP5s-NSD3DKu1gVlx0?usp=sharing
New Member Handouts (Drive folder)
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1atu4VKDHTYukncs9_gVpRwPTY4MvbuRe?usp=sharing
New Member Guidebook
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j99YzlGpClOexfXZDJJrouP9USUTtVn_/view?usp=share_link
Nebraska Extension in Douglas-Sarpy Counties
Submit your community service project at 4h.unl.edu/csps
Email: douglas-sarpy4h@unl.edu
Website: www.douglas-sarpy.unl.edu
Location: 8015 West Center Road, Omaha, NE, USA
Phone: 402-444-7804
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/douglassarpy4h
Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made to Douglas-Sarpy County Extension at 402-444-7804 or douglas-sarpy@unl.edu
Nebraska Extension education programs abide with the non-discrimination policies of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the United State Department of Agriculture.