Agent Letter: March 2016

Dear 4-H Family, Will March come in like a lion?! I know many will agree with me that they are ready for spring and warmer temperatures. Daylight savings time begins on Sunday, March 13. Don’t forget to turn your clocks ahead one hour! The 4-H world is gearing up with many activities and events.  In […]

County News: March 2016

Order of Links Meeting – March 14 at 6:30 pm    We will be discussing Bylaws and upcoming events.     Delaware 4-H Hall of Fame Nomination Conversation – Monday, March 14 at 7:30 pm.The 2016 Delaware 4-H Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on October 1, 2016.  It is time to start brainstorming […]

Spaghetti Dinner and Auction: April 16, 2016

Join us for our first annual Spaghetti Dinner and Auction!  4-H Leaders and Jr. Council members will be preparing a delicious meal and desserts, clubs are donating themed baskets to auction off and there will also be a silent auction. We encourage you to invite your family, friends and neighbors to this fun event! Click […]

4-H Summer Camp Information

Delaware 4-H State Camp and Environmental Camp: Environmental Camp:  June 10-11 State Camp Week 1:  June 13-18 State Camp Week 2:  June 20-25 Applications Accepted Beginning March 1  The 2016–State Camp Application and 2016–Camp Newsletter have been emailed to all Sussex 4-H’ers who turned in enrollment forms to our office. Please click the links above or view the […]

National Nutrition Month: March 2016

Each March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics celebrates National Nutrition Month.  This annual event emphasizes the importance of sound eating and physical activity habits.  The theme for 2016 is “Savor the Flavor of eating right” which encourages everyone to take time to enjoy food traditions and appreciate the pleasures, great flavors and social experiences […]

Rain Barrel Painting Contest: Applications due March 18

DNREC Division of Watershed Stewardship accepting applications for youth artist rain barrel-painting contest through March 18 DOVER (Feb. 24, 2016) – DNREC’s Division of Watershed Stewardship is now accepting applications from children and student groups in grades K-12 to participate in a rain barrel painting contest aimed at educating young Delawareans on the benefits of using […]

Dairy Princess Application Due: March 12, 2016

Delaware Dairy Princess Application Interest Luncheon  During this time you will have a chance to meet with the committee members, and those that have served in the role before. We will give you an overview of the night of the contest and the committee’s expectations for the two ladies that are selected to serve. We […]