January 27, 2017
Cornell Cooperative Extension Chenango County January 27, 2017 Volume 7, Issue 9
4-H Friday Focus
Inside Today’s Focus
4-H Sewing Camp
4-H Projects & Events
2
4-H Opportunities
3
Monday, February 20, 2017, 9:00 AM - Friday, February 24@ 12:00 PM
4-H Photo Finish
4
In an effort to better teach sewing skills and create lasting projects, this year’s 4-H Sewing Camp will offer the following projects to sew: Beginner (1-3rd year, dependent upon sewing experience): Fleece Winter Hat with Matching Scarf & Mittens iPad Stand Bonus Project: Tissue-Pack Cover Junior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience): Pajama Pants with appliqued matching t-shirt Tote Bag Bonus Project: Wash Cloth Slippers Experienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience): Clothing item or accessory with zipper or buttons Clothing item or accessory with pleats, darts, or waistband Members interested in sewing a project not on this list must contact Janet at the 4-H Office to make arrangements, [email protected] or 607-334-5841 x12. 2017 4-H Sewing Camp Schedule February 20-24, 2017 9amSign-In & Sew 10:30amSnack & Stretch Break 10:45-12pmSew In addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves, to pick the right sized pattern, create smaller sewing projects, and make a project to donate as part of a community service project!
Volume 7, Issue 9
4-H Projects & Events
Page 2
New York Ayrshire Club Calf Scholarship This award is open to youth 8-15 years of age as of January 1, 2017 who has demonstrated the interest and ability to develop an Ayrshire calf to her fullest potential and who will also grow through this project. The award will provide money to the selected youth that can be used to help purchase a Registered Ayrshire calf at a public auction. For more info, visit: www.nyayrshire.com. Applications must be postmarked by January 31, 2017.
4-H Pheasant Rearing Program 4-H Pheasant Rearing Program - Orders Due March March 20th Day-old Ring-necked pheasant chicks will again be available to 4-H'ers and local families for rearing and releasing in Chenango County. This 8-week project is very similar to raising day-old chicks and teaches: Responsibility Natural Resource and Wildlife Management Record-Keeping Those interested in finding out more or to place an order should contact Janet prior to March 20, 2017 at 607-334-5841 x12 or [email protected]. We recommend minimum orders of 25 chicks. Free-will donation of $5 to help cover the costs of printing and mailing the Pheasant Rearing Guide.
4-H Day of Service Chenango County 4-H is sponsoring a Day of Service contest from April 15-30. The rules are simple:
The community service must be between the dates of April 15-30. The community service must be with a group you have not worked with before.
All Chenango Co. 4-H families and clubs that participate will be invited to an ice cream social and Ross Park Zoomobile Program at the Chenango County Fairgrounds on May 21st!
4-H Opportunities
Volume 7, Issue 9
Horse Bowl / Hippology Practices—January 27 6:00pm Dairy Bowl Practices --– January 27 7:00pm Horse Bowl / Hippology Practices—February 3, 10, 17, 24
Page 3
Ag Literacy Week—March 13-17 4-H Pheasants Rearing —March 20th 4-H Sewing Spectacular—March 24th—-New Date Dairy Discovery March 24-25
Dairy Bowl Practices --– February 3, 10, 17, 24 Super Science Fair—February 4th— Canceled County 4-H Public Presentations— February 18
Regional Public Presentations— April 5th 4-H Engineering Camp—April 1014th Cornell Vet School Open House— April 1st
Sewing Camp—February 20-24
NYS Farm Show—February 23-25 Livestock Scholarship Deadline— March 1st. Leaders Association March 7, 6:00@ CCE
Meeting—
Regional Dairy Bowl, Horse Bowl, Hippology Competition March 11
Animal Crackers sign up deadline— April 15th 4-H Day of Service—April 15-30th Leaders Association Scholarship Due—May 1st Leaders Association Meeting— May 2nd
99 N. Broad St. Norwich, NY 13815
Thanks for catching up with the Chenango County 4-H Program. Hope to see you soon!
Janet Pfromm 4-H Coordinator
Building Strong and Vibrant New York Communities Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.
4-H Photo Finish The 2016 Afton Fair July 6 - 9, 2016 with Gillette Shows! Route 41, Afton, NY ~ 607-639-1525
The 2016 Af-
ton Fair July 6 - 9, 2016with Gillette Shows!
Breakfast was served during the Food and Nutrition Project for Individual 4-H Members To submit your photo, send a clear, up-close shot of your 4-H club/family activity to: Richard Turrell, [email protected]
Route 41, Afton, NY ~ 607-639-1525
We’re on the web: www.cce.cornell.edu/chenango or become a Friend on Facebook!
4-H Friday Focus
Inside Today’s Focus
4-H Sewing Camp
4-H Projects & Events
2
4-H Opportunities
3
Monday, February 20, 2017, 9:00 AM - Friday, February 24@ 12:00 PM
4-H Photo Finish
4
In an effort to better teach sewing skills and create lasting projects, this year’s 4-H Sewing Camp will offer the following projects to sew: Beginner (1-3rd year, dependent upon sewing experience): Fleece Winter Hat with Matching Scarf & Mittens iPad Stand Bonus Project: Tissue-Pack Cover Junior (3-5th year, dependent upon sewing experience): Pajama Pants with appliqued matching t-shirt Tote Bag Bonus Project: Wash Cloth Slippers Experienced (5+ years, dependent upon sewing experience): Clothing item or accessory with zipper or buttons Clothing item or accessory with pleats, darts, or waistband Members interested in sewing a project not on this list must contact Janet at the 4-H Office to make arrangements, [email protected] or 607-334-5841 x12. 2017 4-H Sewing Camp Schedule February 20-24, 2017 9amSign-In & Sew 10:30amSnack & Stretch Break 10:45-12pmSew In addition to making your main project, campers will learn how to measure themselves, to pick the right sized pattern, create smaller sewing projects, and make a project to donate as part of a community service project!
Volume 7, Issue 9
4-H Projects & Events
Page 2
New York Ayrshire Club Calf Scholarship This award is open to youth 8-15 years of age as of January 1, 2017 who has demonstrated the interest and ability to develop an Ayrshire calf to her fullest potential and who will also grow through this project. The award will provide money to the selected youth that can be used to help purchase a Registered Ayrshire calf at a public auction. For more info, visit: www.nyayrshire.com. Applications must be postmarked by January 31, 2017.
4-H Pheasant Rearing Program 4-H Pheasant Rearing Program - Orders Due March March 20th Day-old Ring-necked pheasant chicks will again be available to 4-H'ers and local families for rearing and releasing in Chenango County. This 8-week project is very similar to raising day-old chicks and teaches: Responsibility Natural Resource and Wildlife Management Record-Keeping Those interested in finding out more or to place an order should contact Janet prior to March 20, 2017 at 607-334-5841 x12 or [email protected]. We recommend minimum orders of 25 chicks. Free-will donation of $5 to help cover the costs of printing and mailing the Pheasant Rearing Guide.
4-H Day of Service Chenango County 4-H is sponsoring a Day of Service contest from April 15-30. The rules are simple:
The community service must be between the dates of April 15-30. The community service must be with a group you have not worked with before.
All Chenango Co. 4-H families and clubs that participate will be invited to an ice cream social and Ross Park Zoomobile Program at the Chenango County Fairgrounds on May 21st!
4-H Opportunities
Volume 7, Issue 9
Horse Bowl / Hippology Practices—January 27 6:00pm Dairy Bowl Practices --– January 27 7:00pm Horse Bowl / Hippology Practices—February 3, 10, 17, 24
Page 3
Ag Literacy Week—March 13-17 4-H Pheasants Rearing —March 20th 4-H Sewing Spectacular—March 24th—-New Date Dairy Discovery March 24-25
Dairy Bowl Practices --– February 3, 10, 17, 24 Super Science Fair—February 4th— Canceled County 4-H Public Presentations— February 18
Regional Public Presentations— April 5th 4-H Engineering Camp—April 1014th Cornell Vet School Open House— April 1st
Sewing Camp—February 20-24
NYS Farm Show—February 23-25 Livestock Scholarship Deadline— March 1st. Leaders Association March 7, 6:00@ CCE
Meeting—
Regional Dairy Bowl, Horse Bowl, Hippology Competition March 11
Animal Crackers sign up deadline— April 15th 4-H Day of Service—April 15-30th Leaders Association Scholarship Due—May 1st Leaders Association Meeting— May 2nd
99 N. Broad St. Norwich, NY 13815
Thanks for catching up with the Chenango County 4-H Program. Hope to see you soon!
Janet Pfromm 4-H Coordinator
Building Strong and Vibrant New York Communities Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.
4-H Photo Finish The 2016 Afton Fair July 6 - 9, 2016 with Gillette Shows! Route 41, Afton, NY ~ 607-639-1525
The 2016 Af-
ton Fair July 6 - 9, 2016with Gillette Shows!
Breakfast was served during the Food and Nutrition Project for Individual 4-H Members To submit your photo, send a clear, up-close shot of your 4-H club/family activity to: Richard Turrell, [email protected]
Route 41, Afton, NY ~ 607-639-1525
We’re on the web: www.cce.cornell.edu/chenango or become a Friend on Facebook!
