4-H Friday NewsBlast
09/15/2023
4-H Foundation Charity Shoot
- The Nebraska 4-H Foundation’s Charity Shoot is coming up on September 28 at Oak Creek Sporting Club near Brainard. This fundraising event supports Nebraska 4-H Youth Development programs, including shooting sports, camps, leadership training, and national awards and recognition trips for youth. Learn more and register at https://www.ne4hfoundation.org/charity-shoot/.
Point Sheets, Diamond Clover, Achievement Applications & other awards
It's time for the paperwork! Be sure to get your point sheets , Diamond Clover applications, Achievement Applications, Beyond Traditional County Only awards AND nominations for Cass County Volunteer Recognition forms in! They are all due October 1, 2023.
Here is a link to all applications and forms: https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/cass/4-h-resources/
Email forms and questions to Tammy @ tcavanaugh2@unl.edu
It’s time to work on those Diamond Clover plans! This program encourages youth to engage in a variety of age-appropriate experiences and rewards youth for trying new things, setting goals, and keeping records. Learn more and find planning forms at 4h.unl.edu/diamond-clover. Email Tammy @tcavanaugh2@unl.edu with questions.
Nebraska 4-H Clubs of Excellence - DUE TODAY!
Club of Excellence summary forms are due September 15! The Nebraska 4-H Club of Excellence designation recognizes and celebrates 4-H clubs for engaging and empowering members. To receive and maintain the designation, clubs must meet certain criteria and submit an annual summary form to their local Extension office by September 15. More information and summary form templates are available at 4h.unl.edu/clubs-excellence. More information: https://4h.unl.edu/clubs-excellence
Email forms and questions to Tammy @tcavanaugh2@unl.edu
Cass County 4-H Ambassador Applications are OPEN!
The primary goal of the Cass County 4-H Ambassador Program is to develop leadership skills and building communication skills to be utilized in an
advocacy role for the Cass County 4-H Program as well as in other aspects of the Ambassador’s life.
Through this program, 4-H staff members are committed to offering you:
• Increased understanding of your leadership skills and abilities
• Increased confidence in yourself
• Better understanding of the Cass County 4-H Program
Cass County 4-H Ambassador Program Application 2023-24 - Due October 1, 2023
Adults interested in Judging at State and County Fairs
- Time is running out to get your name added to our 2024 judges list! Deadline is September 30! More info: https://4h.unl.edu/resources/judges
REMINDER: 4-H ENROLLMET
Just a quick reminder that enrollment in Cass County 4-H 2024 will start mid October. PLEASE do not try to enroll until notice is sent that 4-H enrollment is open. Please contact Tammy @tcavanaugh2@unl.edu with questions.
Robotics Club Meeting
The Cass County Robotics Club will meet September 26th @ 6pm in the Extension Office meeting room. Come join us if you are interested in Robotics! Contact Mirissa @mscholting2@unl.edu with questions.
4-H STEM Challenge
- Looking for fun lessons to engage and inspire young people in your club or classroom? This year’s 4-H STEM Challenge, Power Protectors, includes 3 activities that teach kids ages 8-14 how to address real-world issues and explore careers in energy. Learn more at https://4-h.org/programs/stem-challenge/
4-H Day at Vala's Oct 4th!
4H Day, $7 off per person, the student must wear their 4H t-shirt or show membership.
DATE: Oct 4th
More info: https://www.valaspumpkinpatch.com/.../valas-discount.../
Auction Checks and Thank You Cards
Be sure to get your checks cashed and your Thank You cards sent!
Shout Outs!
Let us know if your Cass County 4-Her's is doing great things! Just email Tammy @tcavanaugh2@unl.edu the details and of course pictures! We will put "shout outs" in the NewsBlast and possibly on our social media.
Joke of the Week!
4-H Calendar
4-H Calendar
- Oct 1, 2023 Point Sheets, Diamond Clover and Awards applications due
- Oct 29.2023 Cass County 4H Achievement Party @ Cass County Fairgrounds
Nebraska Extension Cass County
Lauren Stohlmann, Extension Educator and Unit Leader, lauren.stohlmann@unl.edu
Carol Waters, Extension Educator, cwaters3@unl.edu
Mirissa Scholting, 4H Extension Assistant, mscholting2@huskers.unl.edu
Tammy Cavanaugh, 4-H Staff, tcavanaugh2@unl.edu
Sandy Prall, Office Manager, sprall2@unl.edu
Email: cass-county@unl.edu
Website: www.cass.unl.edu
Location: 8400 144th Street, Weeping Water, NE, 68463
Phone: 402-267-2205
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UNLCassCounty/
Twitter: @UNLCassCounty
Cass County 4-H