4-H Newsletter for Sussex County, Delaware
Dear 4-H Family, Happy Spring! Although the weather has had different plans, flowers and trees have started to bloom and it has been good to see some sunshine. A few special and unique celebrations during this month include: April Fool’s Day, Children’s Book Day, World Health Day, National Jelly Bean Day, National Volunteer Week, Easter, […]
Order of Links Meeting – April 10 at 6:30 pm. We will be discussing more details for the upcoming Spring Fair. Robotics Club Meetings – April 28 at 6:00 pm at the REC Come out and learn about Robotics and other technologies. Meetings are usually held the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month, unless it […]
The second spring archery shoot will take place on Sunday, April 9 – 2:00 p.m. at the REC A Safety Training is being offered at 1pm for anyone that hasn’t received the training in the fall or in March. * Please register for the April event by Thursday, April 6 at Noon * You must […]
WHAT IS YOUNGER MEMBER WEEKEND? We are glad you asked! With so many families new to 4-H this year, here are some details you might want to know! Younger Member Weekend (YMW) is a tradition that began many years ago. It is open to younger members of 4-H between the ages of 8 to 12. […]
Remaining Sussex 4-H Judging Contests for the Spring of 2017 include: Clothing & Textiles, Horticulture, Wildlife and Horse Please click on the flyer for more information!
Delaware 4-H Legislative Day “Delaware 4-H Needs You” When: Wednesday, April 26, 2017 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Where: Legislative Hall – Dover, DE Who: Delaware 4-H Members, Leaders and Volunteers Why: * Promotion of Delaware 4-H * Educational Opportunity to learn about Delaware’s Government * Opportunity to Express Appreciation for the Support Provided by our […]
Fashion Intent Form 2017 due April 24 The 2017 Showcase will take place on Saturday, May 20 (NEW DATE) at the Carvel Center in Georgetown. This event allows 4-H members to show their consumer skills or sewing construction skills as they participate in this competition. 4-H members can compete in the Ready to Wear Contest […]
As you may know, April is Volunteer Service month. National 4-H is launching the annual True Leaders in Service initiative, a way for members to say “thank you” to their communities all month long! We are encouraging youth and adults to venture into the community to lend a helping hand through neighborhood clean-up, beautification projects and […]
What: The Sussex 4-H Links have planned a Spring Fair for May 20. When: This event will take place from 10am-2pm at the 4-H Office. Why: This is a great opportunity to start making entries for the State Fair! Bring a friend and spend the day with us! Please click on the photos below for […]
2017 Delaware State Fair – July 20-29 The Delaware State Fair is just around the corner and excitement is building as 4-H members get ready to exhibit and showcase their 4-H project work. The 4-H Department Handbook is now available on the Delaware State Fair website and you can begin to enter entries online with […]