San Rafael 4-H Club
March Newsletter
Remember: All meetings begin at 7 pm and are held at the First Congregational Church in San Rafael (8 N. San Pedro Road, Civic Center Exit from 101).
Saturday, March 6See’s Candy Sale pick-up date: Contact Caryl so she can arrange to pick up your candy orders today.
Monday, March 15Business/Arts & Crafts Meeting at 7 pm
After a short Business Meeting we will begin our Arts and Crafts project – painting wind chimes - so wear clothes that can get messy.
Thursday, March 18Farm Day, Marin Civic Center, 8:30 am – 1 pm
Farm Day is held in the Exhibit Hall at the CivicCenter. Remember, it is often colder inside the Exhibit Hall than outside so bring a jacket or sweatshirt to keep warm. Remember to bring you animal(s) in a cage(s) with a bottom as well as bring food and water. Rugs and paper towels will be provided as well as easels for posters. IF you have a poster or exhibit to share – bring it too – but let Caryl know what you are brining so we have an easel or table space assigned. We need to be at our table between 8:30-8:45am. School groups and the public begin arriving at 9:00 am.
Caryl can not be there on Thursday due to a meeting in Sacramento. WE need 3-4 parents who are willing to be in charge of supervising the table, cleaning up at the end of the event, and taking the rugs/easels/etc. home.
Monday, March 22Dog Care Meeting at 7 pm
Monday, March 29Rabbit, Poultry, Pet, and Cavy Meeting at 7 pm
Mark Your Calendar for the Following Dates:
Monday, April 54-H Record Book Workshop at 7 pm
Saturday, April 10North Central Section Presentation Day, UC Davis
Event begins at 9:30 and should be completed by 1:00pm
Monday, April 12Business/Arts & Crafts Meeting at 7 pm.
Monday, April 19Dog Care and Training Meeting at 7 pm
Monday, April 26Rabbit, Pet, and Cavy meeting at 7 pm.
Sunday, May 2Nicasio-Tri-Valley Fair, Cheese Factory, Novato
Sunday, May 16Olompali Heritage Day - Tentative
Saturday, May 22Poultry Field Day, Rohnert Park
Saturday, May 29 State 4-H Field Day
Check out the website; Additional information below on new competition events at State 4-H Field Day.
Saturday, June 5West Marin Fair, Pt Reyes Station
July 1-5MarinCounty Fair
July 11-17MarinCounty 4-H Summer Camp, Angwin
CA 4-H State Field Day New Competitions
The California 4-H Technology Leadership Team is proud to announce two brand new competitions to the California 4-H Program at the 2010 CA 4-H State Field Day on May 29th at UC Davis. Help the tech team spread the news about these two new opportunities to as many 4-H youth possible. Below are more details about both competitions, including how to register and who to contact for more details. For more information about the 2010 CA 4-H State Field Day, visit the event website at:
California 4-H Photography Contest
Any regular 4-H member, age 9-19, is welcome to participate. Members do not need to be enrolled in a photography project to participate. There are no prior requirements to enter at this State level competition. Online registration is due by May 7, 2010. No late entries will be accepted. Entries can be dropped off from 8:30 am to 10:30 am at the 2010 State Field Day on May 29th.
Contest rules and registration details: link
Online contest registration: link
If you have any questions regarding the photography contest, please contact:
John Trammell; 2010 CA 4-H Photography Contest Coordinator; CA 4-H Technology Leadership Team; ; (909) 844-1747
California 4-H Film Festival
If you have a love for video production, join us at this year's State 4-H Field Day for the first annual California 4-H Film Festival. The theme of this year's film festival is, "What does 4-H mean to you?" On may 29, 2010, videos entered by 4-H members from across the state will be played throughout the day. 4-H members ages 9-19 are allowed to participate and one grand prize for each category will be awarded. Videos must be postmarked by May 7, 2010.
Contest rules and information: link
If you have any questions regarding the film festival, please contact: Ashlyn Aiu
2010 CA 4-H Film Festival Coordinator; CA 4-H Technology Leadership Team
Important Phone Numbers
MarinCounty 4-H Office415-499-4207
David Hambly, Arts & Crafts Project Email:
Caryl Hodges, Community Club Leader415-457-5594 (h); 415-422-6505 (w)
Email:
Alexandra Matthews, Dog Care Project Leader Email:
Michelle Stern, Dog Care Project Leader Email:
Important 4-H Websites
Marin County Cooperative Extension 4-H Program website:
4-H Program Record Book forms/instructions online:
National 4-H Supply Online Catalogue: