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1 Dec/January 2019 CooperaƟve Extension Service Hardin County 201 Peterson Drive Elizabethtown, KY 427019370 (270) 7654121 Fax: (270) 7690426 www.ca.uky.edu/ces The naƟonal beekeeping essay is open to acƟve 4H club members. Cash prizes on the naƟonal level include: $750 1 st place; $500 2 nd place and $250 3 rd place. Each state is allowed to submit only ONE entry. The 2019 essay topic deals with “Honey Varietals, State to State”. Each jar of honey reects a unique combinaƟon of climate, soil, weather and owers that is special to the individual states. Essay parƟcipants are to select a specic varietal for their state and discuss the ower’s uniqueness and how beekeepers can eecƟvely market their product. You are to include a photo of the ower, an interview with a local beekeeper who collects honey from that ower and a recipe that highlights that parƟcular type of honey. Essays will be judged accordingly: 40% scope of research, 30% accuracy, 10% creaƟvity, 10% conciseness and 10% logical development of the topic. For further details you may visit their website at hƩps://preservaƟonoĬoneybees.org/essays/2019essays . County entries will be due into the Extension Oce by Friday, February 8 th . Believe it or not, there are many ways to communicate and express your thoughts and feelings other than public speaking. 4H wants to showcase your creaƟvity in the KY 4H WriƩen CommunicaƟons Contest. The 4H WriƩen CommunicaƟons Contest is a state level compeƟƟon for youth ages 918 who have a passion for wriƟng. Youth can enter songs, poems, essays, monologues, press releases and PSAs. You can nd rules and informaƟon at the website below or stop by the Extension Oce. The deadline is midnight on February 25. Winners will be invited to showcase at the Kentucky State Fair in August 2019. hƩp://4h.ca.uky.edu/content/4hwriƩencommunicaƟoncontest0

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Dec/January 2019

Coopera ve Extension Service 

Hardin County 201 Peterson Drive Elizabethtown, KY  42701‐9370 (270) 765‐4121 Fax: (270) 769‐0426 www.ca.uky.edu/ces 

  The na onal beekeeping essay is open to ac ve 4‐H club members.  Cash prizes on the na onal level include: $750 ‐ 1st place; $500 ‐   2nd place and $250 ‐ 3rd place.   Each state  is allowed to submit only ONE entry.   The 2019 essay topic deals with “Honey Varietals, State to State”.  Each  jar of honey  reflects a unique  combina on  of  climate,  soil, weather  and  flowers  that  is  special  to  the  individual  states.    Essay par cipants are  to  select a  specific  varietal  for  their  state and discuss  the flower’s uniqueness and how beekeepers can effec vely market  their product.   You are  to  include a photo of  the flower, an  interview with a local beekeeper who collects honey from that flower and a recipe that highlights that par cular type of honey.   Essays will be  judged accordingly: 40%  scope of  research, 30% accuracy, 10%  crea vity, 10% conciseness and 10%  logical development of  the  topic.   For  further details you may visit  their website at h ps://preserva ono oneybees.org/essays/2019‐essays .  County entries will be due into the Extension Office by Friday, February 8th.

  Believe  it or not,  there are many ways  to  communicate and express your  thoughts and  feelings other than public speaking.  4‐H wants to showcase your crea vity in the KY 4‐H Wri en Communica ons Contest.   The 4‐H Wri en Communica ons Contest  is a state  level compe on for youth ages 9‐18 who have  a  passion  for  wri ng.    Youth  can  enter  songs,  poems,  essays, monologues,  press  releases  and PSAs.     You  can find  rules  and  informa on  at  the website below or  stop by  the  Extension Office.   The deadline  is midnight on February 25. Winners will be  invited  to  showcase at  the Kentucky State Fair  in August 2019.   h p://4‐h.ca.uky.edu/content/4‐h‐wri en‐communica on‐contest‐0 

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  A special “THANK YOU” to everyone who helped to make our recent 4‐H banquet such a fes ve and enjoyable event.    It was great  to  see  the accomplishments of our county 4‐H members and  for  them  to share their experiences with those in a endance.   We are fortunate to have support from the community and from the families that are involved.   Marla and I wish everyone to “Make the Best Be er” in 2019. 

HARDIN CO. 4‐H COUNCIL

  The Hardin County 4‐H council recently received proceeds from the 2018 Ag Tag program and the Fall TSC Clover Campaign.  Hardin County was 3rd in the state with the largest Ag Tag Dona ons with $3665 coming  back  to  the  county  4‐H  council.    As  for  the  fall  TSC  Clover  Campaign  the  4‐H  council  received $301.98 both of which will be used for events and educa on ac vi es including 4‐H summer camp.  BE ON THE LOOKOUT for the 2019 Ag Tag Program will once again resume in March and watch for the TSC Clover Campaign some me in April.     January 31st ‐ 6:30 p.m. is the date for the next 4‐H council mee ng at the Extension Office.    We will begin looking at upcoming events and ac vi es for the NEW YEAR.   

SAVE THE DATES! Teen Summit ‐ March 21‐23

Washington Co. Livestock Judging – March 9th 

Hunter Educa on Training (Orange Card) – April 25th 

County Talk Meet—April 22 

Clover Bud Camp ‐ June 21‐23 

Teen Conference—June 10‐13 

Hardin County Fair – July 8‐13th 

CONGRATULATIONS

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CLUB NEWS

FEATHERS & FLUFF POULTRY/RABBIT CLUB

  Club president, Ms. Priscilla Riggs, invites those interested to join her and other members at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 8th at the Extension Office to learn about proper nutri on for rabbits.  It is important to provide the necessary vitamins and protein levels during the winter months to enhance your rabbit’s health.   

Members  will  kick  off  the  New  Year  by  mee ng at  6:30 p.m.  on  Tuesday, January 8th  at  the Extension Office.   They will  review YPCS updates  for 2019, KUIP  tagging dates along with KY Dept of Ag District  and  Preview  Show  Schedule.    Please mark  your  calendars  to  keep  informed  for  the  2019  show season.     

 

 

 

 

LIVESTOCK CLUB

TARGET MASTERS

       Members will  have  their  next  BUSINESS mee ng  at  6:00 p.m. on January 10th  at  the  Extension Office.   ARCHERY  prac ce will  be  the  2nd & 4th Monday (January  14th &  28th)  at  6:00 p.m. @  Central Kentucky Gun Range ‐ cost is $5.30 per person.      REMEMBER  if you are not on the “REMIND” system please text #81010 with message @lgiva to receive  club  updates.    For  addi onal  informa on  contact:  Leann Davison  (270)  734‐0587  and  for  trap contact: Brian Mackey (270) 763‐7000. 

During their November mee ng Livestock Club members prepared spaghe from scratch. They discovered that homemade sauce had a be er flavor than what was o en found on the grocery shelf. Several also took part in baking crescent rolls & learning how to read direc ons and turn on the oven!

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TEEN CLUB

HOT STOVES COOKING CLUB

  FYI: NO TEEN CLUB MEETING IN JANUARY

  Please make plans to join us at the next Teen Club mee ng to be held February 18 at 6:00 PM.  One of our Master Clothing Volunteers will be here  to present how  to “Dress  for Success” and evaluate each member in a endance for their best color that matches their skin tone.  No need to RSVP, we would love to have you join us!

CLOVER BUDS CLUB

  We would  like  to wish a speedy  recovery  to our club  leader Mrs.  Jessica Campbell a er a  recent accident and surgery.   We hope to see you back in January.  The next mee ng for Clover Buds is scheduled for Saturday, January 12 from 9:00 ‐ 11:00 a.m. Please call the Extension Office for more details or to register. Happy New Year! 

This  year,  we  have  made  some  really  yummy  recipes!    December’s  mee ng  was  held  on December  13  and  club members  enjoyed  a  homemade  gi   exchange!  So  fun!   Next mee ng will  be January 10 from 4:00‐6:00 p.m.   See you there!

TRAILBLAZERS   Members will be dus ng off  their boots  for  their first mee ng of  the New Year on January 14th 6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office.   Upcoming ac vi es  include: Lock‐in ~ January 4th 7:00 p.m.—8:00 a.m. at the Extension Office; Hippology ~ January 7, 14 & 28 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at Extension Office and Community Service at Feeding America ~ January 31st from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.  Fundraising ~ members are currently selling “Country Meats” Beef Jerky s cks – each member  is encouraged to pick up a bag of 25 s cks  that  sell  for  $1  each.  Those  needing  to  pick  up  a  bag  can  do  so  at  the  Extension Office.    For addi onal  Hippology informa on  contact  Miss  Stephanie  @  [email protected]  and  for  all  club informa on contact Miss Yvonne @ [email protected]  

PAWS

  Paws  dog  club members  had  a  GREAT  me  serving  Thanksgiving meal  to  residents’  families  at Kensington Manor in November.  More recently they returned to Kensington for some Christmas caroling with some furry friends and spent  me visi ng with residents to brighten spirits.  Members will meet again on  January 8th 6:30 p.m. at  the Extension Office.   Discussion  topics  include  the upcoming  lock‐in and spring field trip.  For more informa on please contact Ms. Rose @ [email protected] or Ms. Stephanie at [email protected]   Have a GREAT HOLIDAY! 

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HOME SCHOOL CHEFS

BOBBINS SEWING CLUB

ADVANCED COOKING CLUB

  Bobbins Sewing Club members have been having a blast  learning the basics from Ms. Becky and Ms. Wanda!   We have had an outstanding response  to sewing  this year and  look  forward  to all of you star ng your 4‐H clothing project in January!  Mee ngs are now scheduled for 2nd and 4th Wednesdays from now un l April.   Next mee ngs  are  January 10 & 24 from 4:00 ‐ 6:00 p.m. You will have  the opportunity to showcase your finished clothing project  in  the 4‐H Fashion Revue, tenta vely scheduled for May 3.     

  This  club  is offered  to homeschool  youth who have  an  interest  in  cooking  and will be offered during the school day, once a month, on 3rd Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. ‐ 12:00 p.m.   However, we have a wai ng list in order to par cipate.  Homeschool Chefs will be  led  this  year by homeschool mom  and 4‐H  volunteer, Wendy Blan. Next mee ng will be held January 17th.

4‐H PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

  4‐H Photo Club is BACK and will begin meeting January 17 with beginners at 5:30 p.m. and advanced 

at 6:30 p.m. Our new club  leader, Gina Clear has some great things  in store so please call the Extension 

Office to register 270‐765‐4121. Please bring your own digital camera.  

Our newest club, Advanced Cooking has been  learning so much from club  leader Sherry Fullington and has been having fun along the way too!  This club has been focusing more on the nutri on behind each recipe and advanced cooking skills.  Advanced Cooking will be held on the 3rd Tuesdays from 4:30‐6:30 p.m. Current members, check with Sherry on updates and informa on!    All  cooking  clubs are held once monthly and are  limited  to  the first 15 par cipants who  register.  Registra on  fees  are $15.00  and must be paid upon  registra on.    To  register,  call  Joni  at  the  Extension Office – 270‐765‐4121.  

Advanced Cooking members Christa Beard, Elisabeth Arneson, Natalie Reed, Leia Reynolds, and Holly Fullington ringing the Salva on Army Bell.

Members visited My Old KY Home and par cipated in a Southern Biscuit making demonstra on.

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TEEN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

LEGO DRAGONS ROBOTICS CLUB

  We  would  like  to  CONGRATULATE  the  Lego  Dragons  Robo cs Team as  they competed  in  the First Lego League Regional Tournament on Saturday, December 8 at  the University of Kentucky  in Lexington!!!  We are so proud of you! GO TEAM!! If you are  interested  in  joining  the Lego Dragons Robo cs Club, NOW IS YOUR CHANCE!  Club mee ngs will be held once a month on 4th Monday’s from 6:00‐7:30 p.m. and members will meet to  learn about different  types of robo cs and scien fic methods  through  fun, hands‐on  learning ac vi es!   The mee ng dates will be: January 28, February 25, March 25, April 29 and May 20.  If you have addi onal ques ons, please contact club leader Jason Lamont at jason.lamont@bulli .kyschools.us  or 4‐H Agent, Marla S llwell at marla.s [email protected] or 270‐765‐4121.  

SINCERELY!

Bonnie Jolly, County Extension Agent for 4‐H Youth Development [email protected]

Marla S llwell, County Extension Agent for 4‐H Youth Development Marla.S [email protected]

4‐H ART CLUB

  It’s almost  me to begin our long, awaited 4‐H Art Club!  Enrollment for this club has reached its max but please feel free to call and be placed on the wai ng list.  If you have not yet paid your registra on fee of $10.00, please do so by January 4th.  Our first club mee ng will be held Thursday, January 22nd at 6:00 p.m.  

WINTER WEATHER NOTICE As most of  you  know Mother Nature  can be  very  tricky  this  me of  year  and  can  some mes  cause dangerous driving condi ons.  Therefore, I would like to remind you that if SCHOOL is CANCELED due to bad weather condi ons,   ALL 4‐H CLUB MEETINGS, ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS ARE AUTOMATICALLY CANCELLED AS WELL.  In the event that school is not closed  but  threatening  weather  condi ons  exist,  please  call  the  Extension Office  at  (270) 765‐4121 or  listen  to  the  local  radio  sta on  for  cancella on announcements . 

  This year’s Teen Leadership Academy has been busy  learning what  their community has  to offer and how they can give back.  In December, the group learned how to best prepare for College and Careers. January’s focus will be Media and Public Rela ons.  More detailed informa on will be sent to par cipants a few days in advance of each session. 

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