Newsletter - December 2, 2022 | |
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Arapahoe County CSU Extension Office Closed to Walk-in Clients on Fridays
If you have any questions, please feel free to email our staff:
Ethan Cahill - ecahill@arapahoegov.com
Shaylen Florez - sflorez@arapahoegov.com
Claudia Meeks - cmeeks@arapahoegov.com
Jean Walton - jwalton@arapahoegov.com
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All Arapahoe County offices, including the Arapahoe County CSU Extension Office will be closed on Friday, December 23 and Monday, December 26 in observance of the Christmas holiday. | |
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January 31
Returning 4-H Member Re-Enrollment Deadline (with $25 late fee)
January 31
Returning 4-H Leader Re-Enrollment Deadline
February 4
4-H Extravaganza
March 1
Market Beef Enrollment Deadline
April 1
New 4-H Member Enrollment Deadline
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Arapahoe County Dates and Deadlines Document Updated
In order to keep our 4-H families and volunteers informed on 4-H dates and deadlines, the 4-H team has created a document containing an updated list of county-wide dates and deadlines for the 4-H year. This document will be continuously updated and a link will be included in the newsletters and on the Arapahoe County 4-H Member Resources webpage. Click on the image to the left to view the document.
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Companion Animal Projects | |
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Dog classes with Janele and Briana Caldwell have started at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in the East Wing. If interested in the Dog project please be in contact with Janele at janele.caldwell@yahoo.com or homeenhancements@live.org or you can call her at 303-880-5538. She would be happy to provide more details on times.
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4-H Member Spotlight
Hi, I’m Deborah Loseke. I’m currently a junior in high school, and I’ve been in 4-H since I was in third grade. It’s crazy to realize that this is my ninth year!
Throughout my time in 4-H, I’ve been the president of my club (Lucky Clovers) and secretary for the Junior Leaders council. I'm currently the secretary of my club and vice president of Junior Leaders. I’ve been in the Clothing and Foods and Nutrition projects for nearly every year I’ve been in 4-H, and I’ve also enjoyed a variety of artistic projects, including Photography, Painting, and Graphic Design. I choose projects based on what I’m already interested in in hopes of improving that skill. For example, I’ve decorated a few cakes in the past and enjoyed it, so this year I signed up for the Cake Decorating project.
I’m grateful for 4-H for not only building material skills but also leadership, as I’ve worked on public speaking and being a role model for younger 4-H members. If I had to pick a favorite thing about 4-H, I’d choose the Fashion Revue because it’s always such a positive experience to see members across clubs supporting each other as they show off the outfits they’ve worked so hard on.
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Are you interested in becoming a 4-H Certified Shooting Sports Leader?! The Arapahoe County 4-H Shooting Sports Project is in need of additional volunteers to help support the growing program! We are trying to offer more practices, events, and other activities but need dedicated volunteers who are willing to get involved. This is an incredible opportunity to support a rapidly growing project in the Arapahoe County 4-H Program. This includes trainings, coaching, and developing connections with other leaders from across the state! If you are interested, please email Ethan at ecahill@arapahoegov.com for more information! | |
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Events for the Horse project have begun! Please click on the image to the left for info on all of the events.
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IMPORTANT JR LIVESTOCK AUCTION
The Sale Committee requests that all Livestock Auction payout checks be cashed/deposited ASAP as the committee needs to close out their book for the year.
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Take advantage of the opportunity to sell some of your old 4-H project tools and supplies you no longer use, or purchase supplies you have been looking for at a good price! This 4-H Garage sale will be open to 4-H Family & Friends who are looking to sell or purchase project related items for the upcoming year (fabric, tools, tack etc.). Individual families, clubs, or committees from Adams County 4-H or neighboring 4-H programs may reserve tables by clicking on the image above. |  | |
Join us for Visit the Village
Celebrate the holiday season at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, Saturday, Dec. 10, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Discover five themed “neighborhoods” to explore, create and HAVE FUN! There’s something for everyone – from holiday shopping with local artisans and vendors, to make-and-take craft activities, Santa Meet-and-Greet, petting farm, horse-drawn rides, model train display, and lots of fun surprises. Tickets are $10 per person (kids 2 and under get in free), or donate a new, unwrapped gift and receive free admission. Your generous donation will support the Arapahoe County Human Services Partnering for the Holidays gift giving program that supports our most vulnerable and at-risk children and adults in Arapahoe County. Get your tickets today by clicking on the image above.
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Save the Date for the Front Range Regional 4-H Creative Cooks Contest on Saturday, February 25 at Riverdale Regional Park in Adams County! The Creative Cooks contest is an opportunity for members to showcase their creativity while learning more about meal planning, nutrition, and food safety. Registration information will be coming out soon. | |
Job Opening in Open Spaces
Have you ever thought it would be nice to work in the Open Spaces department? This may be the opportunity for you!
Open Spaces is hiring a Business Associate II. This person will be an Administrative Assistant on their front desk. Click on the image to the right and scroll down to the Business Associate II listing in the 80112 zip code to view the job posting and to apply if you are interested.
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Scholarships Available
Colorado 4-H awards scholarships annually to outstanding youth who have actively engaged in Colorado 4-H clubs for at least 3 years. The scholarship process is open through March 1, 2023. Scholarship recipients will be announced in late April/early May 2023. There are opportunities available for all kinds of students, including those attending CSU or other universities, trade schools or junior colleges, transfer students, and continuing students. We encourage our 4-H participants to apply - there is over $50,000 available in funding this year!
For more information on the scholarship process and scholarships available, click on the image to the right.
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(303) 730-1920
CSU-Extension@ArapahoeGov.com
6934 S. Lima St., Suite B
Centennial, CO 80112
Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. | Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. | CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English.
Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. | Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables. | Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés.
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