Small Animal Project meeting, 4-H Fall Kick Off, Achievement Banquet & more
Small Animal Project meeting, 4-H Fall Kick Off, Achievement Banquet & more
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4-H Friday Newsletter - Friday, September 19, 2025

Extension Office Moving

Beginning December 1, 2025, the UW–Madison Division of Extension Fond du Lac County office will relocate from the Fond du Lac County Campus at 400 University Drive to the Fond du Lac County Government Center, 160 S. Macy Street, second floor.
While our office location is changing, our commitment to serving the community remains the same. Extension staff will continue to be accessible and provide the educational resources, programs, and support you rely on. For our 4-H volunteers and families—please be assured that Room 205/206 at the Fond du Lac County Campus will continue to be available for 4-H club meetings, leader trainings, and other Extension programs. We are grateful to have this familiar space remain part of our programming.
We look forward to welcoming you at our new office at the Government Center in December while continuing to meet and learn together at the Campus.
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Small Animal Project Meeting

Sunday, September 21, at 3:00 pm at the Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds. This is required for all project members who plan on auctioning or showing next year.

Fall Forum Registration Open Now!

Fall Forum is an opportunity for youth in grades 7-13 and adult leaders to attend a statewide training weekend with county and state staff. 4-H youth and adult leaders will come together to connect, collaborate, celebrate, and continue building excitement and energy for a new year of 4-H learning. Sign up by Sept. 22nd to save with the early bird discount. Join us Oct. 31st–Nov. 2nd to grow as a leader, build partnerships, and bring new ideas back to your county!    Register for Fall Forum on 4-H Online

Teen Leaders Association (TLA)

TLA is going to Fondy Sports Park this Saturday, September at 10 am. Then, going for lunch afterwards.
The September 22 meeting will start at 6:45 pm. Members can bring a dish to pass that is green or features green ingredients. Members can sign up for a dish to pass here.

Project Leader Training

We invite anyone interested in becoming a project leader as well as current project leaders, both youth and adults, to the 4-H Project Leader Training. This training will include hands-on activities and resources available for project leaders. Youth and adult volunteers in Fond du Lac, Ozaukee, and Washington Counties are welcome to attend.

RVSP for the Training - September 29, 6-8 pm, Fond du Lac County Campus

4-H Fall Kick-Off: Shine Bright, Kick-Off Right

Get ready to light up the night and launch into a new year of hands-on learning, leadership, and connection! Our Neon Night-themed Fall Kick-Off is your chance to shine bright with fellow 4-H members, families, and volunteers as we celebrate the start of an exciting program year. Whether you're returning or brand new to 4-H, this event is all about building momentum, sparking creativity, and strengthening our community.

Expect glowing activities, vibrant snacks, and plenty of opportunities to kick off right—with fun, friendship, and a shared commitment to growing together. Let’s make this year unforgettable, starting with a night that’s bold, bright, and full of heart.

RSVP by September 30th to reserve your spot

For questions or more information, please contact Tracy Keifenheim at tracy.keifenheim@wisc.edu or 920-896-3360

Cedar Crest Ice Cream Contest

It's that time, Wisconsin 4-H! 
Cedar Crest Ice Cream and the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation have teamed up once again to present the “Cedar Crest Ice Cream 4-H Flavor Creation Contest” for Wisconsin 4-H clubs. All Wisconsin 4-H clubs are eligible to submit their ideas for a new ice cream flavor, along with a flavor description and an interesting flavor name. Entries are being accepted now through November 15!
For contest information, rules and the entry form, please visit:
cedarcresticecream.com/4H-Flavor-Contest/

Statewide Service Project for National 4-H Week

Join us to “pledge our hands to larger service!” Clubs are encouraged to participate in a community service project during (or around) National 4-H Week – October 5-11. Let’s make a big impact on our local communities and live the 4-H Pledge!
Register your service project

4-H Re-enrollment is OPEN!

We would love to see you participate in the Fond du Lac County 4-H program. The Fond du Lac County deadline for returning members is Friday, October 31 at 11:59 pm. We highly encourage youth to enroll as soon as possible to ensure they don't miss out on any opportunities. 
Upcoming Events written in white with a green background and a clipart calendar that is white and green.

September:

Small Animal Project meeting- Sept 21, 3 pm, FdL County Fairgrounds
Teen Leaders Association (TLA), Sept 22, 6:45 pm, Rolling Meadows
LEGO Club- Sept 23, 6:30 pm, FdL County Campus

October: 

National 4-H Week- October 5-11
4-H Fall Kick Off- Oct 8, 6-8 pm, Location TBD
Cloverbud Pumpkin Contest - Oct 18, 10am, FdL County Campus
Fond du Lac County 4-H Achievement Program - Oct 19, 12pm, Holy Family Church in Fond du Lac
Teen Leaders Association (TLA) - Oct 27, 6:45 pm, Rolling Meadow
LEGO Club - Oct 28, 6:30 pm, FdL County Campus
4-H Re-Enrollment Deadline- October 31
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Tracy Keifenheim, 4-H Educator Program Assistant Sarah Stevenson Misty Jimenez, 4-H Associate Educator
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