National 4-H Week! - October 2-8, 2011

National 4-H Week!

Join in as we celebrate 4-H during the October 2-8^th! With several activities and programs being offered this week will prove to be great in showcasing what 4-H is all about and how it can make a difference in a life of a child. Here are some of the activities that will be offered.

Saturday, October 1

Big Sweep Cleanup!

9-11am

Pilot Mtn. State Park - Yadkin Islands River Section, Pinnacle

Kick off this exciting week by joining us in participating in this year’s Big Sweep! Community service is part of what we do in 4-H and here is an opportunity for you, your club and even your family to give back to your community. Join this statewide effort to help clean up our environment. Participants need to wear pants and closed toed shoes. We will be meeting at the Yadkin Islands River Section of Pilot Mtn. State Park to help clean up the Yadkin River Trail and the Ben Shoals Canal Trail.  Participants MUST register with the 4-H office by calling 401-8025.

Gloves and refreshments will be provided.

Saturday, October 1

4-H Pet Show

Fisher River Park, Dobson

Check In/Registration: 1:00 p.m.

Judging Begins: 1:30 p.m.

Awards to follow completion of judging.

Fee: Donation of item to local Animal Shelter.

Suggested items:  old blankets, canned dog or cat food, toys, leashes, newspapers, and treats.

Come one, come all furry friends to the second county 4-H Pet Show! This show is open to all youth in the county between the ages of 5 & 18. Pet categories include: fish & reptiles, birds, rodents & cavies, rabbits, cats, dogs, and unique pets.

All participants will be asked to share some information about themselves and their pet which includes the following: your name & age; your pet’s name; where you got your pet and how long you have had it; and what kind of care is required (food, housing, health, etc.).

  

PLEASE NOTE:  ALL PETS MUST BE IN CAGES OR ON A LEASH. ALL DOGS, CATS, FERRETS, EQUINE, AND ELIGIBLE PETS MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF A CURRENT RABIES VACCINATION.

For more detailed information and how to register contact the 4-H office at 401-8025 or click here to download an entry form.

Hungry to Help - Food Drive

During National 4-H Week – October 2-8, Surry County 4-H will be collecting food to help combat hunger. Food donations can be dropped off at any of the public libraries in Pilot Mtn., Mt. Airy, Elkin, and Dobson and the N.C. Cooperative Extension office in Dobson. Any and all non-perishable food items will be accepted. We hope you will help us “Take a Bite out of Hunger!”

4-H Summer Explosion!

4-H Summer Explosion!

May 17, 2011

5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Extension Center, Dobson

Upstairs Auditorium

Registration for Summer Explosion classes will be held at the North Carolina Cooperative Extension office in Dobson. Registration will be held from 5:00-8:00pm on Tuesday, May 17 and will continue after that date until classes are full, or until one week before a program starts. All summer participants must have a 4-H enrollment form completed and notarized upon registering. For a complete enrollment form, please click here. If you would like to volunteer to help with any Summer Explosion classes, or for more information please call 336-401-8025. All volunteers must complete the following volunteer form prior to class. For a volunteer form, please click here. For a detailed brochure, please click here.

Parent Check List:

Summer Registration Form (Found in Summer brochure)

Completed enrollment form. (A notary will be present at registration.)

Payment options: cash or check. (If paying with a check, please make it payable to C.E.S. Fund)

Please call the 4-H office if you have any questions.

4-H County Activity Day

Mark your calendars Saturday, May 14 where we will hold the county level 4-H presentation review, expressive arts, and talent showcase.


8:30-10:30am - 4-H Presentations

10:30-10:45am - Break and Refreshments

10:45-11:45am - 4-H Talent Show

11:45-12:00pm - Break & Results Compilation

12:00-12:30pm - Awards & Recognition

For details about each of the special activities see posts below.

4-H Presentations

All presentations will be judged and those selected will advance to District Activity Day on June 22. Please be prepared to give your name, age, club, and presentation title or category, bring all materials and be dressed appropriately. The review will be open to youth ages 5 to 18. For more information check out the March/April issue of Clover Clips or click on Presentation Entry form under "Upcoming Events and Activities" for more information.

4-H Expressive Arts Contest

Here is an opportunity for youth 5 to 18 to show off their artistic side and enter the Expressive Arts Showcase. Participants are encouraged to submit an entry into their favorite category. Check out the March/April issue of Clover Clips or click on Expressive Arts Entry Form under "Upcoming Events and Activities" to learn more!

4-H Talent Show

All youth are invited to come and showcase their talent. The talent show is open to all youth in the county between the ages of 5 & 18.

Check out the March/April issue of Clover Clips for more information or click on Talent Show Form under "Upcoming Events and Activities."

4-H Fun Time Fridays!

January 28 - Buzz on Bees
February 11 - What's Cooking?
February 18 - Crafty Creations

Join in as we learn about nature, animals, and more during our Fun Time Fridays programs being held at the Charles H. Stone Memorial Library in Pilot Mountain.

For more information and class descriptions, click here!