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MONROE COUNTY NETWORK
December 2016
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Monroe County, MI 4-H
Contact Us
Darryl Diamond
4-H Program Coordinator
734-240-3188
Sara Lewis
4-H Program Coordinator
734-240-3174
Patti Wartinger
Support Staff
734-240-3184
Jennifer Russeau
Support Staff
734-240-3182
963 South Raisinville Rd
Monroe, MI 48161
Main 734-240-3170
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December 2016
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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1- 4 pm
Faithful
Friends
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3
4
5
6 pm Youth
Leadership
Board @ ELC
7 pm 4-H
Council @ ELC
6
7 pm Lazy
Angels @ AC
7
6:30 pm
State Awards
Orientation @
Extension Of-
fice
8
7 pm Fair
Board Annual
Meeting @
Activity Cen-
ter
9
10
5pm Leader
Banquet
11
4 pm H & P
Hippology Con-
test @ AC
12
13
7 pm Caprine
Council @
Prince of
Peace Church
Ida
14
15
6:30 iClover
Robotics Club
@ AC
16 17
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Office Closed
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25
Christmas
26
Office Closed
27
28
29 30
Office Closed
31
New Year’s
Eve
January 2017
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3
6 pm Youth
Leadership
Board @ ELC
7 pm 4-H
Council @ ELC
7pm Lay An-
gels @ AC
7pm Terra
4 5
1pm Faithful
Friends @ Ac-
tivity Center
6
5
10am State
Awards Work-
shop @ Exten-
sion Office
10am-1pm
Beef Tagging
@ Fairgrounds
8
4pm H & P
Hippology Con-
test workshop
@ AC
9
7pm Horse &
Pony @ Exten-
sion Office
10
7pm Custer
District Meet-
ing at Exten-
sion Office
7pm REAACT
@ Extension
11
12
6:30 PM
Raisinville
Wranglers @
Activity Cen-
ter
13
6pm Leadership
Overnight @
Activity Center
14
12pm Leader-
ship Overnight
@ Activity
Center ends
15
2pm Purrfect
Paws @ Activ-
ity Center
16
17
7pm Caprine
Council @
Prince of
Peace –Ida
18
6pm JLA Com-
mittee Mtg @
ELC
6pm Cat Board
at AC
7pm JLA @
ELC
7pm Shooting
Sports @ ELC
19
6:30pm iClover
Robotics Club
@ AC
20
TBD….Terra
Quest Pizza &
Paint @ AC
21
Custer District
“Make and
Take it @ AC
22
4-H Day at
the Breslin
Center
2pm State
Awards Work-
shop @ ELC
23
7pm Small An-
imal Associa-
tion @ ELC
24
6pm CSI @
ELC
7pm Dog Board
@ Ida Meth-
odist Church
25
7pm Teen
Ambassadors
@ ELC
26
7pm Fair Ad-
visory Board
@ ELC
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28
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30
31
Kraftchick, Lokuta, and Paddy attend Royal
Agricultural Fair in Toronto
On November 3rd, New Horizons members Kerrie Kraftchick, Karlie Lokuta and
Claudia Paddy, along with chaperones Heather and Scott Paddy, departed for a
weekend adventure to Toronto, Canada. The trip started with a relaxing train ride
from Windsor that took us right into downtown Toronto. Shopping was the
planned activity for the afternoon of day one, followed by a great meal at the Hard
Rock Café.
Day 2 tested our stamina as we took in 4 of Toronto’s popular tourist attractions.
Casa Loma (a must visit) was first on the list, followed by the Royal Ontario Muse-
um, Ripley’s Aquarium and finally the CN Tower. Everyone agreed that the aquari-
um was their favorite visit of the day.
The Royal Agricultural Fair was the plan for day 3. We scheduled our time at the
fair to coincide with events for Rabbit Agility (done by a local 4H club), Jack Russell
races, and a Super Dog exhibition. In between, we took in many other fair activi-
ties, including walking through the animal barns. The National Junior Beef Heifer
Confirmation Show was scheduled for this day, and we got a chance to talk with
4h’ers about their large animal projects. Once we were done visiting the fair, we
had reservations for Medieval Times where we got to eat a meal with only our
Photos and story provided by the Paddy Family
Are you a parent who may be interested in stating a new 4-H club? Are you a current leader who may be struggling to
grow? Maybe you are overwhelmed with the expectations and need to get fresh ideas to inspire your members!
Please join us in a workshop to introduce ideas, inspiration, and innovation to your club! We will discuss and engage in
hands-on activities ways to create a club, get the most out of youth and adults, and fun activities to make 4-H more than
Fair!
4-H Grows #TrueLeaders
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. Michigan State University Extension programs and
materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age,
height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status.
State Awards
Members who are interested in being a part of the State Awards for 2017 need to
plan on attending a workshop to be held on December 7 at 6:30pm at the Exten-
sion Office.
Members will be given copies of the forms and guidelines. We will discuss poten-
tial areas they may be interested in and have some hands on experience as we
begin to work toward completion of the application.
Completed award forms will be due on February 1, 2017. Monroe County 4-H
members who will be 13 as of January 1, 2017 and have not reached their 20th
birthday before January 1, 2017 are eligible to apply.
Members who are 11 and 12 may compete for State Recognition in the Mark of
Excellence Essay Contest. Two 4-H members will be chosen from Monroe County
for this award. The criteria for this will also be discussed at the December
meeting.
Scholarships for Exploration Days will be given to all Regional State Award win-
ners and to our Mark of Excellence winners.
There will be a webinar information session you may participate in at home as
well on December 12 at 6:30pm. Those that are interested can join via computer
at : https://msu.zoom.us/j/614924209 or 1.646.558.8656 by phone. Meeting ID 614 924 209
Mitten Tree The Holiday Season is quickly approaching, and that means we are again preparing to decorate the Mitten Tree. Pat Webb, Project Chairman will set the tree up on November 14th, in the lobby of the MSU Extension Office. We encourage all clubs, families and interested community Members to donate hats, scarves and mittens to decorate the tree.
Items must be dropped off to the MSU Extension Office no later than December 12th, as that is the day the tree comes down. The gifts will then be wrapped, and distributed to youth across the country.
This is a great community service project, one that is certainly needed. So please do your part, and help keep our kids warm this season.
IMPORTANT!!!! 4-H Financial Manuals NOW AVAILABLE!!
LEADERS!! Please make arrangements to pick up your club's copy of the NEW 4-H Financial Manual. It has detailed information about financial responsibility, MSU Extension and 4-H policies, and a variety of forms you will find useful as you conduct club business throughout the program year. If you are unable to stop at the office during normal business office hours to pick this book up, contact the office at 734-240-3170 to make other arrangements. Each club MUST have a copy of this manual.
Additionally, if you have not yet turned in your Annual Financial Summary Report, an annual required document, we ask that you get this turned in no later than December 16, 2016. Federal reports must be compiled and submitted and your promptness will ensure we stay compliant. Failure to turn in your forms by this date may result in club disbandment as you will be unable to operate as a tax-exempt entity under Michigan State University. Address any questions to the Extension Office.
Thank you for all you do as leaders, parents and members throughout the year. We are looking forward to another successful program!
Learn how to fit the “puzzle” pieces together and test your leadership skills by surviving the
“Great White Winter Storm”!
Open to Teens wanting to increase Leadership skills, Club Officers, and Adult Volunteers!
December 28th, Wednesday, from 10am-2pm Fee: $5
Please RSVP by December 27th to 517-264-5300.
River Raisin Room at the 4-H Office 1040 S. Winter ST STE 2020
Officer Roles
Team Building
Facilitation Skills Parliamentary
Procedures
Fun
Food
Michigan 4-H Day
Breslin CenterJanuary 22, 2017
What: Celebrate MSU Extension’s 4-H youth with the MSU Women’s Basketball team as they take on the Purdue Boilermakers.
When: January 22, 2017. Northwest Kalamazoo Gate (Gate D) will open for 4-H and MSU Extension guests at 3:30 p.m. Game time is scheduled for 5:00 p.m.
Why: To celebrate Michigan 4-H youth, 4-H volunteers and 4-H programs!
Who: 4-H youth and their families, 4-H volunteers, and MSU Extension staff with their families.
Cost: Tickets are FREE for the guests listed above. Tickets are available through your county MSU Extension offi ce.
Transportation & parking: FREE for school buses, all other buses are $20. Cars are $5. Contact your county Extension offi ce to confi rm if transportation may be coordinated.
Attire: Show your pride by wearing your green and white 4-H or MSU Extension apparel.
Extras:• Hear fellow 4-H’ers lead the 4-H pledge.• Explore the wide range of 4-H programming with games and activities on the concourse.• Take photos with Sparty.
Get in the game!Let your 4-H leader know you (and how many of your family members) want to attend, or contact your county Extension offi ce.
For more information:msue.anr.msu.edu/events/4_h_day_at_the_breslin_1Contact Sara Lewis for questions or reservations at 734-240-3174 or [email protected]
MSU is an affi rmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Jeff Dwyer, Director, MSU Extension, East Lansing, MI 48824. Th is information is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension
or bias against those not mentioned.
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Monroe County Network
Beef Cattle Sales
Michigan State University has provided us with a list of Cattle Sales for those members who are in the hunt for a steer for the 2017 fair.
http://micattlemen.org/CMDocs/MichiganCA/Fall%20Cattle%20Sales%20List%202016.pdf
If you do not have access to the internet, please call the Extension Office and we will print a copy for you.
Cattle must be in the member’s possession by January 7, 2017 in order to
show at the 2017 fair.
SAVE THE DATE
Exploring Expo-February 4, 2017 (ages 7-8)
Mini Expo – March 11, 2017 (ages 9-19)
More info to come before the end of the year!
ATTENTION: ALL 4-H CLUBS.
Teen Ambassadors is looking to put together a quilt representing individ-
ual clubs along with specialty clubs. We are looking for a t-shirt with
your logo or diagram depicting your club (10x10 squares). The shirts do
not need to be in new condition. We are asking that they shirts reach us
by January 15, 2017. You can drop them off at the Extension Office or
contact Patsy Hancz @ 734-915-9202.
Thank you for all of the support for the
Spaghetti Dinner and Auction. A special
shout-out to Katie Seitz and Janis Seitz
for doing such a great job chairing the
Spaghetti Dinner Committee!! Thanks to
everyone who worked tirelessly to make
this such an amazing event. We could
not do it without you!!
Spaghetti Dinner Wrap-Up
Activities:
*Learn Officer Roles
*Learn how to be a Good Leader
*Learn how to Work as a Team
*Learn how to be Confident
*Learn how to be a Leader in your Club and Work with Youth in the County
Highlights
Movie
Popcorn
Meet New Friends
When: Friday, January 13th at 6:00 PM through
January 14th at Noon
Where: 4-H Activity Center
What to Bring: Bed Roll, Sleeping Bag, Pillow and Toothbrush!
Registration: Contact the Extension Office to register by January 6th.
Cost: $7 and this includes all your food (cash or checks accepted and
make checks payable to Youth Leadership Board)
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. Michigan State University
Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national
origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs,
sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status.
Open to all 4-H Members: ages 9+
Youth
Leadership
Overnight
Event
Important Dates to Remember!!
Leader Banquet– December 10, 2016
Beef Tagging– January 7, 2017
State Awards Workshop-January 7, 2017
Custer District “Make & Take”- January 21, 2017
State Awards workshop– January 22, 2017
4-H Day at the Breslin-January 22, 2017
**NEW**4-H Grows #TrueLeaders Workshop-February 15, 2017
BQA (Beef Quality Assurance)- March 2, 2017
Hoof Trimming– March 4, 2017
Mini Expo– March 11, 2017
Spring Garage Sale– March 18, 2017
Bedford Spring Achievement– April 1, 2017
SQA (Sheep Quality Assurance)- April 6, 2017
Custer/Dundee Spring Achievement– April 8, 2017
Beef Fitting & Showing Clinic– April 8, 2017
Blanchett Beef Preview Show– April 9, 2017
Airport Spring Achievement– April 29, 2017
Pre-Fair Meeting– May 4, 2017
Ag Awareness Day– May 5, 2017
County Share the Fun– May 6, 2017
Sheep & Swine Tagging– May 6, 2017
Horse & Pony Clinic– May 13-14, 2017
Small Animal Spring Show– May 14, 2017
PQA– Pork Quality Assurance– May 16, 2017
Exploration Days meeting– June 1, 2017
Fitting & Showing Clinics (minus beef)- June 12, 2017
Hoof Trimming– June 24, 2017 (Tentative)
Mandatory Dorm Meeting– July 13, 2017
Monroe County Fair– July 30-August 5, 2017
Upcoming Horse & Pony State Events
4-H/MQHA Clinic Weekend, February 3-4
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI
Friday: Horse Judging Workshop 6:30-9pm
Saturday: Practice horse judging contest in morning followed by clinics in the classrooms and arena all day.
MQHA tack sale 10am-4pm. 4-H’ers may register to ride in clinics, space is limited.
Full event details & registration forms: http://www.ans.msu.edu/extension/horse_youth_programs
Purchase DISCOUNTED auditor tickets ahead of time at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/msu_3645
Register for judging workshop at: https://commerce.cashnet.com/msu_3645
Teen & Adult 4-H Horse Leaders’ Conference, February 25
MSU’s campus, East Lansing, MI
Registration for this event is limited!
4-H members age 12-19 AND adult volunteers are welcomed. Topics include horse judging, equine first aid,
dissection, veterinary care, equine nutrition, and information to assist leaders in youth development, leader-
ship skills for youth, and much more. Interactive classroom sessions in Anthony Hall will be followed by
hands-on activities at the MSU Horse Teaching & Research Center.
Full event details & registration forms: http://www.ans.msu.edu/extension/horse_youth_programs
REGISTER HERE: http://events.anr.msu.edu/4HHorseLeaders/
4-H & FFA State Horse Judging Contest, Sunday March 26th
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI
Full class list, rules, registration and event details available at: http://www.ans.msu.edu/extension/
horse_youth_programs
Norma Agnew Memorial 4-H Hairy Horse Show/Clinic, April 8
MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI
Space will be limited for this event, only 100 stalls available. Judges will wear microphones and share cri-
tiques with exhibitors to help improve their performance. Audience members (free) can hear feedback as
well!
Hate Gift Wrapping?? Want to help some 4-H Youth earn money tor their annual
trip?? Let the Terra Quest 4-H Club help you out. They will be wrapping presents
at the Monroe Mall during the times Listed below. All wrapping will be done by do-
Terra Quest 4-H Group wrapping schedule.
STATEWIDE CALENDAR OF EVENTS
4-H Workshops December 17: 4-H State Awards Application Preparation Workshop
https://events.anr.msu.edu/event.cfm?eventID=3CFD4F16E07652E9
Sanilac County MSU Extension Office, Sandusky
2017
January 10: 4-H State Awards Application Preparation Workshop
https://events.anr.msu.edu/event.cfm?eventID=3CFD4F16E07652E9
Lapeer County MSU Extension Office, Lapeer
January 28-29: Youth Leadership & Global Citizenship Spectacular
http://msue.anr.msu.edu/events/4_h_youth_leadership_global_citizenship_spectacular
Kettunen Center, Tustin
February 4-5: 4-H Winterfest http://msue.anr.msu.edu/events/4_h_winterfest_2
Kettunen Center, Tustin
February 17-18: 4-H Veterinary Science Teen & Adult Leaders Workshop
http://msue.anr.msu.edu/events/4-h_veterinary_science_teen_and_adult_leaders_workshop
Kettunen Center, Tustin
February 18-19: 4-H Beef, Sheep & Swine Teen & Adult Leaders Workshop http://bit.ly/2ceXN18
Kettunen Center, Tustin
Other 4-H Events
2017
January 22: 4-H Day at the Breslin
Contact Jane Love ([email protected])
Jack Breslin Events Center, East Lansing
January 28: State 4-H Rabbit & Cavy Show https://events.anr.msu.edu/event.cfm?eventID=548EEEDFD1D9C7E0
MSU Pavilion, Lansing
March 11-12: Challenge U 4-H Funfest Contact Michelle Neff ([email protected])
Kettunen Center, Tustin
March 19-22: 4-H Capitol Experience http://msue.anr.msu.edu/program/info/4_h_capitol_experience
Okemos Conference Center, Okemos
March 26: Michigan 4-H & FFA Horse Judging Contest
http://msue.anr.msu.edu/events/michigan_4_h_ffa_horse_judging_contest
MSU Pavilion, Lansing
For the most up-to-date events listing, go to http://4h.msue.msu.edu/events
A Very Special Event for Younger 4-H’ers
While Michigan 4-H Youth Development (http://msue.anr.msu.edu/topic/info/4_h) offers many educational opportunities for youth
of all ages, there is a special, award-winning workshop for younger 4-H'ers (aged 8 to 12).
What and Why
4-H Winterfest (http://msue.anr.msu.edu/events/4_h_winterfest_2)
At this event, participants will:
Spend two days learning new skills from experts in six different, action-packed sessions of their choice. Pro-
ject areas may include crafts, science and technology, dance movement, shooting sports, healthy living, animal science and
international education. Through such 4-H projects, young people enjoy hands-on activities, while developing life skills (http://
bit.ly/1PVDmlX). For example, by allowing 4-H’ers to choose the sessions in which they want to participate, they learn decision
-making skills and independence. At 4-H Winterfest, youth also learn communication, cooperation and teamwork. All in all,
participants learn to make “the best (themselves) better.”
Experience some outdoor activities such as cross-country skiing, outdoor cooking, tubing, snowshoeing and possibly hiking in
the woods along the trails
Enjoy an overnight workshop experience
Meet other 4-H’ers from around the state
Who Should Attend
4-H'ers who are 8 to 12 years old as of January 1, 2017
Where
Kettunen Center (http://www.kettunencenter.org) in Tustin
When
February 4 to 5, 2017 (begins Saturday morning and ends before lunch on Sunday)
How
The Winterfest schedule and registration will be available in early December on the 4-H events web site (http://msue.anr.msu.edu/
topic/events/4_h). The $70 registration fee includes overnight housing, three meals, all session supplies and a special gift.
While you wait for 4-H Winterfest registration information to be posted on the Michigan 4-H web site, you can check the
following for more information:
Your local MSU Extension county 4-H staff (http://msue.anr.msu.edu/county)
The Winterfest Facebook page (http://bit.ly/2eOnF2x)
Start Thinking About 4-H Winterfest Coming in February (http://bit.ly/2fgW36S)
This workshop fills up quickly, so keep your eye peeled for registration information!
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