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February 19, 2025
Food 'N Fun:
Register by Friday, March 7, 2025
March 23, 2025
 Join the fun at this foods event open to ALL Somerset County Clubs. Get creative and build skills in teamwork, cooking, nutrition and table setting.
The Food ‘N Fun guide is posted on our website under “Events”. Registration deadline is Friday, March 7, 2025. Email Jennifer Korneski, Healthy Living Program Coordinator at korneski@co.somerset.nj.us to register your club or for more info.
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4-H Public Speaking Workshop: Register by Monday, February 24th
Ready to speak like a pro? Join our exciting 4-H public speaking workshop! Explore fun activities, public speaking tips, and hands-on practice to boost your confidence and communication skills. Whether you're a beginner or looking to polish your skills, this workshop promises a dynamic, supportive environment to shine!
This public speaking workshop will be held in person at the Somerset County 4-H Center, Large Conference Room, on...
February 25th from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
March 3rd from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Reserve your spot by signing up before February 24th to enhance your presentation skills!
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Youth Birding STEP (Short Term Exploratory Program) Club: Register by Monday, March 3, 2025
Join us for a 10 week STEP club to develop bird ID skills while spending time in nature with fellow birders!
Open to youth in grades 6-10, club meets on Wednesdays 4-5pm from March 12 through May 14 at the Ted Blum 4-H Center.
To register visit the link below:
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Grow Appalachia - Herb & Vegetable Seed Drive: Donate by Monday, March 3, 2025
Support Grow Appalachia by donating a packet of vegetable seeds!
Hindman Settlement School is a DAR-supported school in Hindman, Kentucky. This area of Appalachia is still trying to recover from severe flooding in 2022.
The school participates in the Grow Appalachia program of Berea College; the program addresses ongoing food insecurity by helping residents to grow food through organic methods. They are asking for donations of vegetable and herb seeds for their annual Seed Shower giveaway. The school will accept any seeds, but there is a special need for heirloom tomatoes and beans, bell peppers, zucchini and squash, cucumbers and melons, lettuce, and herbs (all varieties). If possible, they prefer organic seeds to support their sustainable growing goals, but will accept all donations.
Donation box will be located in the Ted Blum 4-H Center from February 15th through March 3rd.
For questions and additional information, please email: hdunbar@verizon.net.
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Somerset County 4-H Public Presentations: Register by Friday, March 4, 2025
March 18-20, 2025
Calling all Somerset County 4-H Members, Public Presentations are on March 18th,19th, and 20th 4 pm and 7 pm. Presentations are in person at the Somerset County 4-H Center, and two time slots are being offered per day. Register via Qualtrics, see the registration link for more information.
When you sign up you MUST indicate your date, time slot, and title upon registration.
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Sign-up to become a judge for presentations will be available soon.
Questions about public presentations: Contact 4-H Agent, Melissa Bright at (908) 526-6644 or mb2173@njaes.rutgers.edu
Spring Craft Show: Saturday, March 22, 2025
10am-4pm
Join us at the 4-H Center for the Spring Craft Show!
There will be handmade crafts, local artisans, refreshments, a petting zoo, and visit with Alice and her Wonderland friends!
For more info, please visit the link below:
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4-H Family Night: Register by Saturday, March 22, 2025
March 29, 2025
Free Dinner, Games, and Prizes. Open to ALL Somerset County 4-H Families. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Suggested donation is $10/Family. Questions? 4hfamilynight@gmail.com
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NJ State 4-H Foods Day: Register by March 30
April 5, 2025
Mark your calendars for April 5th and sign up for an unforgettable day of culinary excitement! Join us for a fantastic lineup of interactive workshops and competitions that will put your cooking skills to the test. Whether you're a budding chef or just love food, there's something for everyone! Best of all, the event is FREE! But hurry, registration is required, and spots are filling up fast. Open to all registered 4-H members, this is your chance to shine and have a blast with fellow food enthusiasts.
Don't miss out on the fun – come and be part of this delicious adventure!
Register now and let's make this day a tasty success!
NJ State 4-H Foods Day will be held at the Ted Blum 4-H Center in Bridgewater.
Questions can be directed to Harry Brochinsky at hb479@njaes.rutgers.edu. Use the link below for program information and registration:
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All 4-H Scholarship Applications Due: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
4-H members currently in 12th grade or college may be eligible for post-secondary education scholarships. All members applying for 4-H scholarships must have all materials submitted to the 4-H office no later than April 1, 2025! More info can be found on our website.
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Somerset County 4-H TOPS Camp: Registration Now Open!
June 30 - July 3, 2025
TOPS Camp is a 4-day week of fun, friends, and fascination! With a combination of outdoor activities, educational workshops, experiments with science, and making new friends – this is the perfect week-long Summer Day Camp! Experience opportunities like woodworking, arts, theater, nature, animals, geology, Olympics, water fun, games, a field trip, guest speakers, dancing, cooking, tie-dying, leadership, and bonding!
Ages: Completed Grades 1-5
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Be a TOPS Camp Counselor: Applications Due April 1st, 2025
Interested in being a counselor? TOPS Counselor applications are now open for grades 8 and older.
4-H Spring Carnival: Sunday, April 27
11am-3pm
The 4-H Spring Carnival is coming soon and starting at a new time this year from 11am-3pm! All clubs are welcome to run a booth and are encouraged to go all out! We even have extra games and activities ready to go. If your club is interested in running a booth, please fill out the following form:
Link to Club Sign-Up Form
If you are not working at your club’s booth or if your club is not participating, there are plenty of opportunities for community service for adults and teens.
Link to Individual Volunteer Sign-Up
If you have any questions, please let us know at 4hspringcarnival@gmail.com
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 All clubs with a treasury should be using the 4-H Club Monthly Financial Reporting Forms found in the 4-H Treasurer Record Book. These forms will help clubs accurately track income and expenses, similar to managing a standard bank account. These are available on the website:
Treasurer’s Record Book
Club Treasury Information Forms
To learn more about Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County, as well as 4-H Youth Development, visit us online at this link. Our address is Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County / 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 / 908-526-6644.
Cooperating Agencies: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Boards of County Commissioners. Rutgers Cooperative Extension, a unit of the Rutgers New Jersey Agriculture Experiment Station, is an equal opportunity program provider and employer.
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