Talbot County 4-H Calendar of Upcoming Events

image001 (374 x 400)Monday, December 21
4-H Holiday Craft Workshop
12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Extension Office
Bring the kids by the Extension Office at the beginning of their holiday vacation.  Youth are welcome to stay the whole time and make several crafts or stop by for an hour or two if it suits their schedule better.  Register by December 14 so we know how many supplies to have ready. Leave contact information – if we get lots of participants we will change the location to a bigger meeting room.  Call (410) 822-1244 for information.

Thursday, January 14
4-H Public Speaking Workshop
6-8 p.m.
Extension Office
One of the BEST life skills kids learn in 4-H is public speaking.  Join us as we practice strategies for becoming a better speaker.  Don’t be nervous:  This workshop is not competitive; it’s just for fun.  Register by January 14 (leave contact information).  Call (410) 822-1244 for details.

Thursday, February 11
Talbot County 4-H Public Speaking Contest
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Immanuel Lutheran Church
Youth are welcome to watch Talbot County 4-H members show off their public speaking skills.  Watching this contest will help kids understand how 4-H can help them become better at communicating.  Call (410) 822-1244 for details.

Thursday, February 25
4-H Mental Health Awareness
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Extension Office
Almost everyone knows someone who is dealing with mental health concerns.  Teenagers and adults are welcome to participate in this session that explores current mental health issues and trends.  Register by February19 (leave contact information).  Call (410) 822-1244 for details.

Thursday, March 4
4-H Visual Presentation Contest
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Immanuel Lutheran Church
Youth are welcome to watch Talbot County 4-H members show off their communication skills as they carry out demonstrations and illustrated talks.  Watching this contest will help kids understand how 4-H can help them become better at public speaking.  Call (410) 822-1244 for details.

Tuesday, March 16 – Thursday, March 18
4-H Conserving Natural Resources Workshops
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
The lifestyle Americans enjoy requires the use of large amounts of energy and resources.  Youth ages 8 and up are welcome to participate in this interactive 3-evening workshop of hands-on activities.  Topics include sharing resources, reducing waste, population growth, and recycling.  Register by March 10.  Call (410) 822-1244 for details.

Friday, March 26
4-H Regional Communication Contest
6:30 pm. – 9:00 p.m.
Easton High School
Youth are welcome to learn about public speaking by watching 4-H members from all over the Eastern Shore compete in this exciting regional public speaking event.  Call (410) 822-1244 for details.

Equal opportunity/access programs.