Author: Rebecca Supinger

4-H Achievement Form Workshop

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This fall, Teen Leadership Council will be hosting a virtual Achievement Form Workshop for 4-H members statewide!

  • October 2, 2022 (6:30-8:00 p.m. on Zoom): An informational session will be held, providing a basic overview of the Achievement Form, giving introductory tips for completion, and sharing about potential opportunities available to members who complete and submit their forms.
    • Must register at https://go.osu.edu/AchForm2022 by September 30 to receive Zoom information for the workshop.
    • This session will be recorded for those who cannot attend in live-time.

4-H Pura Vida Bracelet Fundraiser

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Here is an awesome opportunity and a possible gift for a 4-H member in your life.

Founded in Costa Rica, Pura Vida Bracelets provide sustainable jobs to artisans and raises awareness for charities with products that give back. They’re also passionate about protecting the environment.

This bracelet will be wax coated, 100% waterproof in green and white.  It is adjustable from 2-5 inches in diameter and has an iron-coated copper “P” charm.

Bracelets are $10 each and will be available for pick up around the week of November 14, 2022.  Proceeds will be shared between the 4-H club and 4-H camp fees.

Drop off money and orders to the OSU Extension Office.  All orders are due by September 15, 2022.  See order form for details.

Thank You Note Reminder

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If you haven’t written your thank you notes, please do so today!

Your awards (trophies, ribbons, plaques, plates, etc.) all need a thank you written.  Also, please think about writing thank you notes to your club advisors, species committee members who helped throughout the week, Senior Fairboard Members, Junior Fairboard, parents, Sales Committee, and anyone else who has helped throughout your 4-H experience.

For the Greene County Senior Fairboard, Junior Fairboard, and Sales Committee, please address 120 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH 45385.

It takes so many individuals to put on a great fair and we are lucky to be able to work with them all.  Now, we need your help to show your appreciation.

Please make sure you are showing appreciation for the donations and the time people spend to put on our fair.

Thank you!

4-H Celebration of Youth

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The Ohio 4-H Foundation’s annual Celebration of Youth is fast approaching! All adults aged 21 and over are invited to join us at Leeds Farm in Ostrander, Ohio on Thursday, October 6 for an evening of fall fun on the farm. The event will begin at 5 p.m. and will include a delicious dinner, a variety of fun farm activities, and both a silent and live auction. The kids are away so the adults can play!

 

This year, the Ohio 4-H Foundation is providing each county with two free tickets to the event. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact your county educator for more information. Young alumni are also eligible for our BOGO ticket package, where you can purchase two tickets for the price of one! For additional details on how to purchase a ticket to Celebration of Youth, as well as information on how to sponsor the event or donate an auction item, please visit https://go.osu.edu/COY. Questions can also be directed to ohio4hfoundation@osu.edu. We hope you will join us for a night of fellowship and fundraising for Ohio 4-H!

Livestock Judging Contest Opportunity

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Wayne County 4-H Livestock Judging Contest is to be held on Sunday, September 11th at noon in the Event Center during the Wayne County Fair.  This is open to any youth and/or livestock judging teams that might be interested.

Pre-registration is due September 5th at a cost of $10 / contestant and registration day of the event is $15 / contestant.

Participants can register online at: https://go.osu.edu/22wcflivestockjudgingcontest

If you have any questions, please reach out to Brianna Gwirtz with our Wayne County 4-H Livestock Judging Team.  She can be reached via email at bgwirtz14@gmail.com.

 

 

4-H Health HEROES

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The Ohio 4-H Health HEROES program is back! This statewide teen healthy living advocacy group are called HEROES because they serve as Health Education Resources for Outreach, Engagement, and Service. Youth will learn about current issues and topics in healthy living, will be tasked to create an action plan to create change in their local community, and will be a part of a statewide cohort who cares about the health and well-being of Ohio youth.

Benefits of becoming a 4-H Health Hero are:

  • Learning about a variety of healthy living topics
  • Gaining valuable leadership and communication skills
  • Meeting other 4-H youth from across Ohio who are invested in healthy living
  • Leaving a positive impact on your family, friends, and community
  • Promoting the 4th H!

In previous years we have had youth focus on making change in health topics such as; mental health, vaping, opioids, and more.

Youth who are passionate about health and in grades 9 through 12 may apply! For more information, important dates, and expectations, you may check out https://ohio4h.org/healthheroes. Application is due Sunday, September 11th, 2022 by 11:59 pm.

Any questions, you may contact Justin Bower, State 4-H Healthy Living and Ohio Military Kids Educator at bower.183@osu.edu or at 614-247-1979.

4-H End of Year Evaluation

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We appreciate your support and dedication to the Greene County 4-H Program. As we find ways to make the best better, please complete this survey to help us do that. Remember this is your opportunity to voice opinions and make recommendations – Any feedback provided will remain confidential but may be used to improve the 4-H program.

To complete the survey by September 23, please visit www.go.osu.edu/greeneco4heval or click here directly https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d5oQCsf7yPGqfiu
Thank you for helping to continue to make the best better in Greene County.  Please let us know if you have any questions.  Thank you.

Reminder: Write Your Thank You Notes

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Now that we are finished with fair, please take the time to write thank-you notes.

Your awards (trophies, ribbons, plaques, plates, etc.) all need a thank you written.  Also, please think about writing thank you notes to your club advisors, species committee members who helped throughout the week, Senior Fairboard Members, Junior Fairboard, parents, Sales Committee, and anyone else who has helped throughout your 4-H experience.

For the Greene County Senior Fairboard, Junior Fairboard, and Sales Committee, please address 120 Fairground Road, Xenia, OH 45385.

It takes so many individuals to put on a great fair and we are lucky to be able to work with them all.  Now, we need your help to show your appreciation.

Lastly, please write your thank you notes in a timely manner.  If you need an address, please let us know and we can find it for you.

Thank you!