Sherburne County 4-H Newsletter

Happy Friday! Wishing everyone a happy, safe Halloween!

Sam Stone

Extension Educator, Sherburne County 4-H Youth Development | Sherburne County Extension | University of Minnesota | umn.edu

ston0392@umn.edu | 763-765-3077

Monday 11/2: Remote

Tuesday 11/3: Office

Wednesday 11/4: Office

Thursday 11/5: Office

Friday 11/6: Out of Office

Monday 11/9: Office

Tuesday 11/10: Remote

Wednesday 11/11: Office Closed

Thursday 11/12: Office

Friday 11/13: Remote

NOTE: When working remote, I can be contacted via email at ston0392@umn.edu or text my cell at (320) 496-3374.

If you have not re-enrolled yet make sure you do so!

Get ready for a weekend that’s all about creativity, connection, and change-making! Invite youth to join us Nov. 21-22 at True Friends Camp Friendship in Annandale.

At YETI Fest, we’re diving into what supports youth thriving and understanding our physical, social, mental and emotional selves. Open to youth in grades 6+, YETI Fest brings together teens across the state for hands-on art, meaningful conversations, wellness exploration, and collaboration. Through this leadership style summit, youth will have plenty of time to create, connect, and build lasting friendships with people who spark ideas for change!

Register by Friday, Nov. 6.

Calling all aspiring babysitters! Do you know what it takes to be a Superhero in babysitting? Join us and find out. We will cover the basics of child care, ages and stages of development, basic first aid, and how to promote your new upcoming babysitting business. This training will be coming to you, virtually, on the following dates in November: November 16, 17, 23, and 24, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. This program is open to youth in 4th grade and up.

Deadline to register is November 16th through 4-H Online.

Dates: Thursdays, November 5 & 19

Time: 6:30-7:30 pm, with a bonus session for adult treasurers on 11/19, from 7:30-8:00 pm

Audience: All youth treasurers, parents of youth treasurers, and any adult on 4-H bank accounts

Location: Zoom

Content: Financial best practices and policies, roles of the financial team, importance of youth treasurers, how to make roles meaningful, how to help treasurers develop financial management life skills, hands-on practice in completing our treasurer’s book, and tips for mentoring and supporting youth treasurers.

Register at https://z.umn.edu/4HTreasurerTraining

See online event information for more details.

Grab your virtual passport and get ready for a 5-week journey around the world! Join us Nov. 17 through Dec. 8 from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. as we explore agriculture in Turkey, Ghana, and Mexico. Discover unique crops, farming practices, foods, and traditions while participating in hands-on activities, meeting guest speakers, and connecting with Minnesota 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors. No passport needed—just bring your curiosity and sense of adventure! Registration deadline: Nov. 5. Learn more and register.

Youth in grades 3 - 5 are invited to join 4-H Science Sprouts for three fun, 30-minute virtual plant science STEM adventures! Explore pumpkins, wheat, and indoor gardening through hands-on activities while connecting with youth from across Minnesota. Virtual sessions will take place Oct. 26, Nov. 23 and Dec. 28 from 5:30 to 6 p.m. Registration is open throughout the program, so it’s never too late to join! Youth registered by Oct. 15 will receive a special supply kit in the mail. Come curious. Get growing. Explore plant science! Learn more and register.

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