Ohio 4-H Friday – Van Wert Session

Today we did a quick session of Get Started in Art! You can find more information on the book at https://projectcentral.ohio4h.org/publications/get-started-in-art/ 

A couple resources I mentioned (not an endorsement, just to help) 


From the Project Book (which will be released as at home 4-H Project, subject to change):

Finally, the activity that I adapted from is on Page 33 and is called, “Perspective Patchwork”.

You’ll need

  • Cardboard: (I used 12×12)
  • Card stock/ thicker paper:  4 peices of 6 inches x 6 inches)
  • Markers, Pens, Pencils, Crayons, Paint, etc. to decorate
  • Suggested one black marker to draw outline with (Sharpie is best, but suggested easy cleanup for younger youth)
  • Adhesive, tape/glue

Page 11 – “Make a Color Wheel” 

  • Define what Complementary and Analogous Colors Mean
  • Explore what Hue means.
  • What are Warm and Cool Colors?

(You’ll have to download the book for full details)

 

 

 

 

 


 

For those who want to watch the full tutorial see the video on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/vanwert4h/videos/2393570177601123/

 

4-H Update on COVID-19 related changes

Message from Kirk Bloir,
OSU Extension Assistant Director & State 4-H Leader


If you have questions specific to Van Wert County 4-H please contact:
Heather at Gottke.4@osu.edu, Rachel at Hoverman.22@osu.edu, or Deb at knapke.45@osu.edu

Dear 4-H Families, Volunteers, and Supporters,

It’s hard to believe that just three weeks ago we were preparing to welcome 1200 volunteers and teens to the annual Ohio 4-H Youth Conference in Columbus. We know much has changed since that time for all of us, but what hasn’t changed is the commitment of Ohio’s 4-H professionals to the youth in their counties.

I want to update you with information about how the 4-H program is moving forward during this global pandemic. One week ago, county OSU Extension offices temporarily closed to help reduce opportunities for the virus to continue to spread. 4-H professionals and their OSU Extension colleagues worked quickly to transition their materials and resources to be able to continue working from their homes. In just a few short days, they connected with you via email, began offering virtual meetings and regularly updated web sites and social media with current information and resources. I could not be prouder of their willingness to handle this challenge and seek ways in which to keep 4-H programming alive and well.

For many of our families, virtual (or online) meetings seem to be working well, however I recognize it doesn’t work for everyone due to accessibility issues in parts of the state. We are continuing to explore options and will share solutions in the next few weeks. In the meantime, there are tip sheets for club leaders with options and ideas for holding virtual club meetings at go.osu.edu/4hadvisorinfo. Keep checking this site, because we will continue to add information to help you.

We know the spread of coronavirus also presents great uncertainty about upcoming 4-H events—Will camps happen this summer? Will we be able to exhibit our projects at fairs? What about project judging? And the answer is that right now, we just don’t know. At this point, all 4-H activities, club meetings, events and programs must be held virtually or cancelled until May 15. The situation is dynamic and changes daily, so we will continue to monitor conditions and reevaluate as needed. This ban may need to extend beyond May 15. During this time of unprecedented health concerns, we will work together to keep you updated and informed.

We understand concerns that some fairs may not be able to take place this year due to the global pandemic health emergency. Any decision to cancel a local fair, festival, parade or other large group gatherings will be made by those authorized to protect the health and well-being of all Ohioans. 4-H members and their families should consider a number of factors as they make their decisions to purchase 4-H market livestock projects. Risks and rewards must be taken into account. For example, we encourage families to consider their overall available budget, space to care for livestock, availability of alternative markets, availability of local processing, family freezer space, and needs of local food pantries.

OSU Extension and 4-H will continue working together to support our 4-H members, families, volunteers and local partners, including senior fair boards, classroom teachers, and magistrates, as we navigate this health emergency. As Governor DeWine shared earlier this week, we are “in this together Ohio.” Thank you for your continued patience and perseverance.

Yours in service to 4-H,

Kirk Bloir

Assistant Director, OSU Extension 4-H Youth Development


Please be advised our physical office is temporarily closed due to the coronavirus outbreak.I am working remotely during this time and responding to phone, email, and voice messages during normal office hours. (8 am – 4:30 pm) Thank you for your patience, understanding and support during these unique and challenging times.

Heather L. Gottke, M.S.
Educator, 4-H Youth Development
College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Extension
1055 S Washington St, Van Wert, OH 45891
419-979-6412 Mobile (text or call okay)
gottke.4@osu.edu / vanwert.osu.edu