4-H Summer Maker Days

We’re excited to offer a fresh new look and name for Clover Colleges this summer! While the name has changed, our goal remains the same: to provide hands‑on, engaging learning experiences that spark creativity and build practical skills.

This year’s format focuses on afternoon sessions, held Wednesdays and Thursdays in June, from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM (except Adventure Smart ending at 5:00 pm for the fishing).

Each session is centered around key 4‑H program areas such as home design, STEM, and other creative project spaces. Youth will leave with take‑home projects and ideas they can use for county fair exhibits, making this a great way to jump‑start their summer learning and fair preparation.

Snacks will be provided during the sessions.

Date & Time: Wednesday, June 3 | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Ages: 8+

Fee: $25

Location: Seward County Extension Office

Description: Unleash your inner baker in this hands-on workshop where you’ll explore the art of sourdough from starter to baked loaf! Learn how to cultivate your own sourdough starter, witness the magic of fermentation, and take home your very own starter to keep the baking going. Plus, dive into the basics of cake decorating and frosting techniques to create sweet treats that are as beautiful as they are delicious.

Reminders: Wear old clothes - things might get a little messy!

Date & Time: Thursday, June 4 | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Ages: 8+

Fee: $25

Location: Seward County Extension Office

Description: Join us for a delicious and hands-on workshop where you’ll turn fresh fruit into chewy fruit leather (to be picked up the next day), layer your own Healthy Snack Bite in a jar to take home (with three protein ball options to choose from), craft a S’more in a Jar to take home, and bake a zucchini chocolate cake, a healthy treat that’s both tasty and nutritious!

Perfect for young snackers and bakers eager to explore fun, nutritious, and creative food ideas. Throughout the afternoon, we’ll also take Health Rocks breaks, short, engaging lessons focused on smart choices and relationship building to keep our minds and bodies energized.

Reminders: Wear comfortable clothes, you might get a little messy baking!

Date & Time: Thursday, June 11 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Ages: 8+

Fee: $25

Location: Seward County Fairgrounds - 4-H Cottage

Description: Join us for an exciting and hands-on workshop where you’ll learn essential outdoor skills! Make your own tie blanket and assemble a car emergency kit to stay prepared. Explore weather safety to understand how to read the skies and stay safe outdoors. Plus, dive into fishing basics and create your own GORP (Good Old Raisins and Peanuts) trail mix to fuel your adventures. All this and more at the Seward County Fairgrounds!

Reminders: Dress for the outdoors—we’ll be moving around and getting hands-on!

Date & Time: Wednesday, June 17 | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Ages: 10+

Fee: $25

Location: Seward County Fairgrounds - 4-H Center

Description: Join us for a hands-on STEM adventure where you’ll dive into rockets, exploring the science of flight and launching your own creations. Then, roll up your sleeves for woodworking, learn essential skills while crafting your own wooden stool. Perfect for young builders and explorers ready to create, innovate, and have fun!

Reminders: Wear old clothes - things might get a little messy!

Date & Time: Thursday, June 18 | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Ages: 8+

Fee: $25

Location: Seward County Extension Office

Description: Join us for a colorful and hands-on workshop where you’ll dive into the world of fiber arts! Create stunning punch needle art to take home, explore the beauty of stained glass-inspired designs, and craft a beaded plant to add a touch of sparkle to your space. Perfect for young artists and crafters ready to stitch, sparkle, and shine!

Reminders: Wear comfortable clothes, you might get a little creative with glue and beads!

Date & Time: Wednesday, June 24 | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Ages: 8+

Fee: $25

Location: Seward County Extension Office

Description: Join us for a fun and hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to sew your own PJ pants and add personalized flair with embroidery on jeans, t-shirt or sweatshirt! To ensure the best fit and preparation, you’ll need to meet with Ann before the program to have your PJ pants fabric cut out. Whether you’re a beginner or have some sewing experience, this workshop will guide you through the basics while creating something cozy and unique to take home.

What to Bring:

• A pair of jeans, t-shirt, sweatshirt, or a jean jacket for embroidery.
• Fabric for your PJ pants (a pattern will be provided; you’ll need to purchase this separately).
• Your own shirt to wear during the workshop.
• Wear comfortable clothes—you’ll be working with fabric and needles!
• Pajama pants - information will be sent to you on how much fabric to bring.

Date & Time: Thursday, June 25 | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Ages: 8+

Fee: $25

Location: Seward County Extension Office

Description: Join us for a fun-filled day of creativity and crafting at General Maker Day! Rotate through exciting stations and try your hand at:

• Stained Glass (Part 2): Grout your stained glass creation from the previous session, perfect for those who attended Part 1!
• Mandala Art: Design a beautiful mandala using colorful patterns and designs.
• Storage Crate: Embellish a storage crate.
• Fabric Flag Dowel: Craft a fabric flag on a dowel to show off your creativity.

This workshop is perfect for exploring, creating, and having fun with art and crafts!

Reminders: Wear comfortable clothes, you’ll be crafting, and designing!

Date & Time: Wednesday June 10 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Fee: $15.00 (Payable to Jr. Leaders)

Location: Seward County Fairgrounds (Harvest Hall)

Description: Give your child a fun-filled Nebraska adventure at the Jr. Leader 4‑H Day Camp on Tuesday, June 10th at Harvest Hall! Kids will explore what makes Nebraska special by learning about farm life and the crops and livestock that shape our state, discovering fossils inspired by the famous Ashfall Fossil Beds, churning butter, and creating crafts featuring Nebraska birds and wildflowers. This hands-on morning celebrates Nebraska agriculture, history, and natural resources in a fun and engaging way!

Date & Time: Wednesday, June 17 | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Fee: $15

Location: Seward County Fairgrounds (4-H Cottage)

Description: Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of hands-on crafts and activities designed just for Clover Kids! Choose from a variety of creative stations, including crafting a fabric flag, mixing your own trail mix, building a cardboard barn, decorating a shirt, and creating seed art to take home and grow.

What to Bring:

• A plain t-shirt to decorate with fabric markers or paint.
• Wear comfortable clothes, you’ll be getting creative with crafts!

Seward County 4-H

322 S 14th St.

Seward, NE 68434

402-643-2981

Nebraska Extension is a Division of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln cooperating with the Counties and the United States Department of Agriculture. Nebraska Extension educational programs abide with the nondiscrimination policies of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the United States Department of Agriculture.