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4-H Friday Newsletter - Friday, December 22, 2023
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Extension Office Holiday Hours

The Extension Office will be closed on December 25, 29, and Janaury 1 with varied hours during the holiday week. Tracy and Tina will be out of the office December 25-January 1. Please call 920-929-3170 before coming to the office.
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Green Valley 4-H Club

We had a very eventful night on December 11, 2023. We started the night at Fleet Farm with Bell Ringing for the Salvation Army Kettle. Our group was so large, we moved the ringing outside as the weather was chilly but tolerable. We sang some songs, handed out candy, and greeted Fleet Farm guests.

We then moved our group to Rolling Meadows Dairy Barn for our meeting and some cheer. We played some Christmas games, shared holiday snacks, and shared in conversation. 

The next meeting will be held at Rolling Meadows Dairy Barn on January 8, 2024, at 6:30 pm. We will be making 2 cards: 1 for a community service project and 1 for a potential fair project.
Happy Holidays!! - Submitted by Owen B., Reporter
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Winter Leadership Camp Registration Open

Youth grades 7 and above come participate in Winter Leadership Camp! A weekend full of leadership development and fun! From team building and making new friends to winter recreation and campfire, there will be something for everyone!  Youth will participate in hands-on, interactive sessions to gain a better understanding of what it means to be a leader and how to apply being a youth leader in their club, county, and school. 
Adult leader volunteers are needed as chaperones to support youth in learning leadership skills and experiencing the great outdoors.
Register here: https://2024WinterLeadershipCampSpencerLake.4honline.com or log into your 4-H online account and find it under events. 
Cost: $85 per youth 
Thanks to the Adult Leaders Association for providing financial assistance to any youth who attend! 
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State Teams: Drama Company & Art Team

Calling all high school leaders in arts and communication projects! Apply for one of the State Teams: Drama Company & Art Team. Lead workshops for other youth, create original art and theater to share with 100's of 4-Hers, and build a community with other youth leaders and dedicated volunteers. You can see a clip of this year's Drama Company show, performed at Summer Academy, below, and stay tuned for some of the Art Team's work soon!

See the 4-H website for more information: https://4h.extension.wisc.edu/.../state.../state-arts-teams/. Apply for Drama Company: https://23wi4hdco.4honline.com. 
Apply for Art Team: https://23wi4hartteam.4honline.com.
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State 4-H Livestock Events

Save the date for two upcoming State 4-H Livestock Educational Contests. The 4-H Meats Judging Contest will be on February 3, 2024 and the Livestock Skillathon and Quiz Bowl Competition on March 16, 2024. Watch for registration details to come out soon!
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4-H Associate Educator Position

We have exciting news! The Fond du Lac Extension Office is seeking a 4-H Associate Educator to be part of the team. This part-time position will be in addition to the 4-H Program Educator. The posting is open now through January 10.  Please share with anyone who might be interested.  If anyone has questions, please get in touch with Tracy Keifenheim 920-896-3360 or tracy.keifenheim@wisc.edu. 
Feel free to share this link with anyone interested in applying:
https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/4-h-associate-extension-educator-fond-du-lac-wisconsin-united-states
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2024 Family Learning Day

We are trying something new this year! There will now be 5 sessions offered. The 3rd and 4th sessions will be 45 minutes each. Registration for Family Learning Day opens on Wednesday, December 27 in 4-H online. There are so many different sessions to pick from this year. Be sure to enroll early, to get the sessions you would like before they fill up! We will also be opening up registration to neighboring counties in January. We are still seeking volunteers to help with the day. If you are interested, please let us know.
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Happy New Year 2024 written in gold with a black background with fireworks.

Last Newsletter of the Year

This will be the last newsletter of the year. The next issue of 4-H Friday will be sent on Friday, January 5, 2024! Have a safe and happy new year!  
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December:

Teen Leaders Association - No December Meeting
LEGO Club - No December Meeting

Office Closed - December 25
Family Learning Day Registration Opens 

  • Wednesday, December 27- registration opens in 4-Honline 
January:

Office Closed - Jan 1
Winter Leadership Camp Registration Deadline - January 12
Teen Leaders Association

  • January 7, 3-5 pm, Snow tubing at Sunburst
  • January 22, 7 pm, Rolling Meadows Meeting Room

LEGO Club

  • January 23, 6:30 pm, UWO Fond du Lac Campus
  • Holiday Animal Build Challenge

Family Learning Day Registration Deadline - January 26
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