The Future of 4-H – Carving New Ideas Teen Workshop – November 15-17

The Future of 4-H – Carving New Ideas Teen Workshop

November 15-17

It’s time to register for Carving New Ideas! CNI is set for Nov. 15-17 at 4-H Camp Ohio for teens in grades 8-12. Come learn “The Future of 4-H” and meet 4-H’ers from all over Ohio. Find the details at https://ohio4h.org/events/carving-new-ideas-workshop

​2019 Reverse Raffle tickets are ON SALE NOW!!!

​2019 Reverse Raffle tickets are ON SALE NOW!!!

ONLY 300 TICKETS SOLD!! Each ticket admits TWO people with dinner and you are entered into the drawing to win $10,000!!! There are numerous cash prizes along the way and a $500 Loser’s drawing!! You do not have to be present to win the grand prize, only the loser’s drawing!! Tickets are $100 each and the raffle is on September 14th!! If you are interested please contact Randy Bensman at 937-726-1821.

Proceeds made from this raffle go towards improvements for the Junior Fair participants in Shelby County. Past projects include the rabbit/chicken building, improvements to the horse barn, security cameras for the booth building, purchases for non livestock projects and many other small projects that improve the fair experience for our Junior Fair participants. Thank you for considering supporting our youth!!

2019 Annual 4-H Breakfast

Shelby Co. 4-H Foundation Breakfast

If you appreciated having the 4-H app during fair, be sure to attend the Shelby Co. 4-H Foundation breakfast this year!

Proceeds from the event support many causes in our program, including the app!!!

Take part in celebrating over 100 years of 4-H by treating yourself to a delicious breakfast!

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC & HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 | 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
at the Sidney Elks – BPOE 786 – 221 S. Main St.

$7.00 Adults | $3.00 Children 16 & under

Buffet menu includes sausage links and patties, bacon, eggs, pancakes, home fries, sausage gravy, biscuits, toast, orange juice, coffee & milk. Sponsored by Sidney Elks – BPOE 786. All proceeds benefit the Shelby Co. 4-H Foundation Fund.

2019 Consignor’s Meeting this upcoming Wednesday, September 4th 2019

2019 Consignor’s Meeting this upcoming Wednesday, September 4th 2019

It starts at 7:00 in the hog show arena.

The sale committee will be reviewing the 2019 Shelby County Fair and reports

Sub-meetings will be broken down by species.

Discussion of Sale procedures for the 2020Sale

Election of 2020 Sale Committee members.

We are looking for members and parents to help serve on the Sale Committee for the next year.

Checks won’t be handed out until all species meeting are finished.

If you can’t be there to pick up their check, they will need to talk to their adviser or someone else to get them because they won’t be mailed.

Ohio 4-H Health Heroes-A Teen Healthy Living Advocacy Group-Deadline September 15th

Are you a 4-H teen interested in learning about healthy living?

Consider becoming a 4-H Health Hero!

Health Heroes promote healthy living, encourage people to lead active lifestyles, and promote community change.

Teens who participate will have the opportunity to:

  • Gain valuable leadership and communication skills.
  • Meet other Ohio 4-H youth interested in healthy living.
  • Leave a positive impact on family, friends, and the community.
  • Be selected to attend the National 4-H Summit on Healthy Living.
  • Be recognized at the 2020 Ohio 4-H Conference.
  • For more information, requirements to serve, and to apply, visit:
  • https://ohio4h.org/healthheroes

Application Deadline on September 15.

EXPECTATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS TO SERVE AS A 4-H HEALTH HERO

  • Be currently enrolled in 4-H and in grades 9-12 at the beginning of the 2019-2020 academic school year.
  • Be available to serve as a 4-H Health Hero from September 2019 through August 2020 (option to renew membership).
  • Attend and actively participate in an all-day training session (see training date and location below).
  • Participate in face-to-face (in Columbus) and virtual meetings.
  • Complete teaching and/or advocacy activities promoting healthy living at the state level and/or in your community.
  • Participate in state events, such as the Ohio 4-H Conference, The Ohio State Fair, HealthU, new Health Hero trainings, and/or any other events identified by Extension staff.
  • Keep up-to-date on 4-H Health Hero activities by consistently checking and responding to communication from program staff in a timely manner.
  • Be interested in learning about healthy eating, leading an active lifestyle, and other health-related topics.
  • Be excited to teach others about nutrition, physical activity, mental health, and drug prevention.
  • Be responsible and trustworthy.
  • Be passionate about making a difference in your community.
  • Record activities conducted as a 4-H Health Hero and report to Extension staff.
  • Actively share the message of Healthy Living within your local 4-H clubs and/or school clubs.
  • Model healthy eating and physical activity to family, friends, and 4-H members.

Contact information: Theresa Ferrari.8@osu.edu

Calling all 4‑H Artists 4‑H’ers submit your artwork to be featured in the 2020 4‑H youth art calendar.

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