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🌱 Join the Green Thumbs 4-H SPIN Club This Summer! 🌱

Calling all young gardeners, chefs, and healthy eaters! The Green Thumbs 4-H SPIN Club is kicking off a fun, hands-on summer program for youth in 3rd through 8th grade — and you’re invited!

🗓 Tuesdays, starting June 3rd
🕤 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Youth Leadership Building, Paulding County Fairgrounds

🌿 What’s Green Thumbs all about?
This special summer club is all about gardening, cooking, and healthy eating — perfect for curious kids who love to learn by doing! Each week, we’ll dig into fun activities that teach valuable life skills and spark creativity.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parents are welcome!
We encourage parents to attend and enjoy this interactive learning experience together with their child.

🎯 Limited to 20 youth participants — so don’t wait to sign up!

Let’s grow, cook, and learn together this summer with Green Thumbs! 🌻

For more information, contact Emma Horstman, Sara Zimmerman, or Sarah Noggle.

Register HERE

Paulding County Junior Fair King & Queen Applications Due Friday

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Applications can be found below:

Ohio Spot Breeders Donor Gilt Program

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The Ohio Spot Breeders, in order to promote the advancement of the breed, will give up to five 4-H or FFA members a Spotted Gilt.  Recipients of donor gilts must show the gilt at the 2025 Ohio State Fair in the Donor Gilt class and in the Junior Spot Show.  Recipients must carry the gilt as a breeding project in their organization.  Recipients must also breed the gilt to a registered Spot boar for the first breeding and farrow at least one litter of purebred spots.  This litter is to be registered with the National Spotted Swine Record with the Certified Purebred Swine Association.  The Ohio Spot Breeders will try to assist any of the recipients with breeding, either by providing semen or breeding service when possible.  If the student does not fulfill the contract, they will pay the donor $250.

To qualify for a donor gilt, an applicant must submit an application.  The student must be in 4-H or FFA and carry the appropriate project through their local county. 4-H members must carry the Swine Breeding Project #140. The application must be filled out completely, contain pictures of where the gilt will be kept, and submit an essay on the topic “Why I want to own a Spot Gilt.”  Applications must be signed by the student, parent, and an advisor.

All applications must be received by April 15th.  Applications will be judged and the donor or a representative from the Ohio Spot Breeders will contact each possible winner. All gilts must be picked up by May 1st.  It is the responsibility of the student to pick the gilt up at the donor’s farm.

Donor gilts will be eligible to show in the donor gilt class and the junior show at the Ohio State Fair.  Any offspring of the original donor gilt will be eligible to show in the donor gilt class the following year.

Recipients will receive a free membership to the Ohio Spot Breeders and the National Spotted Swine Record (junior membership).

Spot Donor Gilt Application

Any questions can be directed to:

Liz Hall

7960 Snodgrass Rd

Fletcher, OH 45326

937-570-9732

ohiodonorspotgilt@gmail.com

4-H Camp Scholarship Applications Due Friday

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How to Apply:

  1. Complete the scholarship application form that is linked below.
  2. Submit your application to the Paulding County Extension Office by April 11, 2025.
  3. Await notification of scholarship awards.

Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to make the most of your 4-H experience. Apply today and get ready for a summer to remember!

For more information, contact the Paulding County Extension Office. We can’t wait to see you at camp!

 

4-H Camp Scholarship Application – PDF Fillable

4-H Camp Scholarship Application – Printable

4-H Youth Artwork Contest

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🎨🌱 Calling all creative 4-H youth! 🌱🎨

Get ready to show off your artistic skills in the 2025 Master Gardener Plant Sale Poster Contest! 🎉 Open to 4-H members ages 9-18, this contest is your chance to design a hand-drawn or digital poster promoting the annual Plant Sale. Top entries will win gift card prizes! 🏆

📅 Register by: April 20, 2025
📍 Submit posters by: May 1, 2025 (4:30 PM)
📏 Size: Half of a large poster board (14” x 22”)
🌿 Themes: Choose from a variety of plant-related topics like annual flowers, herbs, houseplants, succulents, and more!

Registration is required → go.osu.edu/25PauldingMGVPlantSalePosterYouth

Winners will be recognized at the Plant Sale on May 17, 2025, where participants can showcase their artwork and even volunteer!

👉 Drop-off location: Paulding County Extension Office
📧 Email submissions to: noggle.17@osu.edu

Let’s get creative and grow excitement for the Master Gardener Plant Sale! 🌸✨ #4H #MasterGardener #PlantSale #PosterContest

4-H Youth Artwork Contest Flyer

Outstanding Livestocker Contest Applications Available

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Now Accepting Applications for the Paulding County Junior Fair Outstanding Livestocker Contest!

Do you have a passion for livestock and a commitment to excellence in your animal projects? If so, we invite you to apply for the Paulding County Junior Fair Outstanding Livestocker Contest!

What is the Outstanding Livestocker Contest?

This prestigious contest recognizes dedicated junior fair participants who have demonstrated outstanding knowledge, leadership, and responsibility in their livestock projects. It’s an opportunity to showcase your hard work, gain recognition for your efforts, and take pride in your contributions to the agricultural community.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must meet the following criteria:
✅ Have at least two years of experience in an animal project
✅ Be an active participant in the Paulding County Junior Fair

How to Apply

To enter, complete the official application and submit it by Friday, May 2, 2025. Applications are available HERE.

Why Participate?

✔ Gain recognition for your dedication to livestock projects
✔ Enhance your leadership and interview skills
✔ Add an impressive achievement to your 4-H or FFA record

Don’t miss this opportunity to be recognized as one of Paulding County’s top young livestock exhibitors! Apply today and take the next step in your livestock journey.

For more information, contact Michael Schweinsberg, Paulding County 4-H Educator, at 419-399-8225.

4-H Online Animal Entry Deadlines

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ATTENTION: Every member taking an animal project should have received at least one email by now. Listed below is the deadline for each specific animal(s) to be entered into 4-H Online.

  • Dogs – April 1st
  • All Breeding Livestock (minus rabbits) – April 5th
  • Breeding Rabbits – April 13th
  • All Market Livestock (minus rabbits) – April 14th
  • Horses – April 18th
  • Roaster Rabbits – May 6th
  • Single Fryer and Meat Pen Rabbits – May 20th

*Failing to meet these deadlines could result in those animals being ineligible to be shown at the fair*