written by: Michelle Beran - Cottonwood Extension District
4-H is getting ready to celebrate National 4-H Week October 4th-10th. As part of the ongoing 4-H Grows True Leaders campaign, our theme this year is Opportunity 4 All. We all know true leaders when we see one. They lead by example, work well with others, endure through challenges, and stick to a job until it is done. Many youth aren’t prepared with the skills they need to be future leaders in our communities, businesses, and civic organizations.
The eleven 4-H Clubs in the Cottonwood Extension District – Barton County work with over 200 youth to provide project learning in specific areas such as Foods and Nutrition, Photography, and Entomology to expand their knowledge while learning communication and leadership skills.
The new 4-H year begins October 1st and the Cottonwood Extension Office can provide more information about joining 4-H!
For an important date to add to your calendar, the 4-H BBQ has been moved to Sunday, October 11, with serving in a drive-through format from 11-1 at the old 4-H Grounds on Highway 281. Each meal will cost $8.00 and include barbequed beef or pork, baked beans, and cole slaw. We will not be selling advance tickets this year. The proceeds of the 4-H BBQ help provide event scholarships and funds for learning activities for youth in Barton County.
Keep learning. Keep showing grace and kindness!
Michelle Beran is the 4-H Youth Development Agent in the Cottonwood Extension District. For more information on this article or other 4-H Youth Development resources, email Michelle at mberan@ksu.edu or call 620-793-1910.