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4-H Friday Newsletter - Friday, September 29, 2023
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National 4-H Week October 1-7

National 4-H Week is the first full week in October, during which millions of youth, parents, volunteers, and alumni across the country celebrate everything 4-H. Area 4-H clubs observe National 4-H Week by showcasing the incredible experiences that 4-H offers young people and highlight the remarkable 4-H youth in our community who work each day to make a positive impact on those around them.
The theme of this year’s National 4-H Week is “I love 4-H.” 4-H is an opportunity for all as 4-H encourages kids to take part in hands-on learning experiences in areas such as health, science, agriculture, and civic engagement. Area youth in Fond du Lac County participate in various ways to celebrate throughout the week. Please share what your club is doing to celebrate this week!
Many youth will be celebrating the new year at the Fall Kick-Off on Wednesday, October 4, where they will plan out the 4-H year, collaborate with others, and learn some leadership skills to implement with their clubs.
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Green Valley 4-H Club Meeting held at Fondy Sports Complex. Two adults and a youth are sitting at a table.

Green Valley 4-H Club Shares Time Together

Green Valley 4-H Club held its September meeting at the Fondy Sports Complex. We had a potluck and a short meeting. The club paid for club members to play a round of Mini Golf. Our next meeting will be held at Rolling Meadows Meeting Room on October 9, 2023, beginning at 6:30 pm. We will have a meeting and have our Beanie Baby Costumes judged. Prizes will be awarded. Hope to see you then.                     - Submitted by Owen B, Club Reporter
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4-H Kick-Off flyer for 10/04/2023 with red and orange leaves.

2023 4-H Fall Kick-Off- Last Chance to RSVP!

The 4-H Fall Kick-Off Planning Committee met and chose the theme Fall into 4-H. The Kick-Off will be on October 4 from 6:30-8:30 pm. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Plan for an interactive evening with your club leadership team. The committee has planned a scavenger hunt, Kahoot Trivia, and other activities! Come dressed in your 4-H Apparel or Green as the highest perctage of members & leaders dressed up for National 4-H week per club will win the SPIRIT Award. There will be PRIZES! Get excited for the new 4-H year. Be sure to RSVP by September 29th: go.wisc.edu/2023fallkickoff.
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Celebrations for National 4-H Week: Monday - Show us your project day, Tuesday - Community Service Day, Wednesday - 4-H Spirit Day, Thursday - Career Day, and Friday - Memory Day.
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Mini-Project Day October 27

Youth will have the opportunity to participate in a mini-project workshop as many school districts have off of school this Friday. Youth will sign up for the project sessions they would like to participate in. Sessions have a limited enrollment of 30 youth. If you are interested in helping as a volunteer for this event, please contact Tracy. This will then open up more spots. For any other questions please reach out to the office at 920-9219-3171. Session choices will be posted soon, as we are finalizing the offerings each time slot will offer. Registration opens October 2.
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Fall Forum

Wisconsin 4-H and the Wisconsin 4-H Leadership Council are excited to host Fall Forum 2023!  Mark your calendars for November 4-5, 2023 at the Green Lake Conference Center in Green Lake, WI.
Fall Forum is a statewide conference that brings 4-H youth and adult leaders together to connect, collaborate, celebrate, and build excitement and energy for a new year of 4-H. It is for youth in grades 7-13, adult volunteers, and staff. It’s a great opportunity for youth and volunteers to discover and explore their sparks and make new friends from all across the state. This year’s theme is “Building Connections in All Directions.” Everyone will leave inspired and ready for a great 4-H year! For more information click here. 
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County Achievement Youth and Adult Recognition- RSVP by Oct 2nd! 

Achievement Night and Adult Leader Banquet will be Sunday, Oct. 15, 12 – 4 pm at Ascension Lutheran Church Hall, 901 County Rd V, Fond du Lac, WI 54935. Adult leaders will be trying something new this year by combining both the youth and adult leader recognition nights into a Sunday afternoon celebration. The Adult Leaders will be providing the meat for the meal, drinks, utensils, and paper products. Please bring a side or dessert for the potluck meal. 
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October:

National 4-H Week

  • October 1-7

4-H Fall Kick-Off

County Achievement Recognition

  • October 15, 12-4 pm, Ascension Lutheran Church
  • RSVP- by October 2nd- Invites were mailed!
  • New this year recognizing youth and Adults 

Teen Leaders Association

  • October 23, 6:30 pm, Rolling Meadows Meeting Room

LEGO Club

  • October 24, 6:30 pm, UWO Fond du Lac Campus
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