Brown County 4-H is supported by Brown County United Way.
DATES TO REMEMBER
June
11 – State Fair Lamb and Goat Validation 4:00p.m. at Extension Office
11 – 15 – State 4-H Round Up
18 – Deadline to Turn in Record Books
18 – Sewing Workshop 9:00a.m. at Extension Office
19 – Sewing Workshop TBA at Extension Office
19 – District Horse Show at Sweetwater, Texas
20 – Sewing Workshop TBA at Extension Office
26 – Steer Validation 4:30p.m. at Bob Clark Pens
29 – County Fashion Show 1:00p.m. at Extension Office
RECORD BOOKS
If you are interested in completing a Record Book the due date will be June 18, 2012. If
have any questions please contact Nick Gonzales or Kim Miles.
4-H SEWING WORKSHOPS
4-H Sewing Workshops have been scheduled for June 18-20 at the county Extension office. Times are as follows:
June 18 – 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
June 19 & 20 – TBA based on # of participants and skill level(s)
These workshops are designed for first timers (no sewing experience) or beginners (1-2 yrs. experience). Adult volunteers are also welcome to assist.
First timers will need to bring:
* Working sewing machine (if possible)
* Large scissors to cut material
* Small scissors to clip threads
* Pin cushion & pins
* 2/3 yd. and 1/3 yd. coordinating fabric (cotton or cotton blend) suitable for pillow
* Pillow form no larger than 18×18
* Box (approximately shoe box size) to hold supplies
Beginners will need to bring:
* Working sewing machine (if possible)
* Large scissors to cut materials
* Small scissors to clip threads
* Pin cushion & pins
* Seam gauge
* Skirt pattern – Simplicity #2576 or Simplicity #1968 (small sizes only)
* 1 ¬ yards of fabric (sizes 12-14 will need 1 2/3 yards)
* Elastic for waist (3/4 inch wide)
* Thread to match fabric
* Box (approximately shoe box size) to hold supplies
Supplies may be purchased at Wal-Mart or City Sewing Center. Extra patterns and pillow forms will be available as Brownwood stores are limited on supplies.
For more information or questions please contact the Extension office or Sandy Banks at 325-646-6673.
COUNTY JUNIOR/INTERMEDIATE FASHION SHOW
The County Junior/Intermediate 4-H Fashion Show has been scheduled for Friday, June 29 at 1:00 p.m. at the County Extension office. Those who qualify at the county level will advance to district competition on July 19 in San Angelo. Age divisions for the junior/intermediate fashion show are:
Juniors age 8 and in the third grade to age 10 as of August 31, 2011
Intermediate – age 11-13 as of August 31, 2011
Categories of entry for construction division are dressy, single garment, specialty and sportswear/casual. Categories of entry for buying division are pant type and dress type. Additional categories of entry are Texas Natural Fiber Competition, Embellished apparel division, Jewelry Making division, Non-Apparel Sewing division, and Fashion Story Board.
All entries and required forms are due to the county Extension office by June 22. For more information and entry requirements, please call the Extension office.
ADULT CHAPERON NEEDED FOR CAMP CORRAL
The Texas 4-H Center is in need of adult chaperons for Camp Corral, which will be held July 15-20, 2012. All fees will be paid for by the camp. Camp Corral is a place where kids are free to be kids, apart from the day – to – day challenges they may face as children of wounded or disabled military families. Contact Nick Gonzales if you are interested in chaperoning this camp.
2ND ANNUAL TEXAS 4-H VOLUNTEER CONFERENCE
Join volunteers and adult leaders throughout Texas for more than forty educational workshops. The conference will be July 27-29, 2012 in San Antonio, Texas. The cost per adult volunteer is $130.00 which includes Friday night dinner, all workshop materials, Saturday lunch, and refreshment breaks. Registration is now open on 4-H Connect through June 22, 2012. If you would like more information contact the Extension Office.
2012 WEST REGION GOLF CHALLENGE
A two day golf experience for youth ages 11-18. There will be workshops, golf professional clinic, evening social, and a 18 hole Golf Challenge. The West Region Golf Challenge will be July 23-24, 2012 in Sonora, Texas at the Sonora Golf Club. Registration is on 4-H Connect and the registration opens on May 1st and ends on July 9, 2012. If you are interested in participating or have any questions please contact the Extension Office.
SUMMER CAMP OPPORTUNITIES AT THE TEXAS 4-H CENTER
Texas 4-H Center Youth Programs will provide your child with the chance to develop character, learn valuable life skills, make new friends, and discover new interests. Finding the right camp for your child is as important as helping them find the right college! Annually, five or more sessions are offered each summer for youth ages 9 (or completed 2nd grade) to age 18, 4-H membership is NOT required for most camps. All camp registrations are made through the Texas 4-H Center website, texas4hcenter.tamu.edu. The 4-H Center is accredited by American Camp Association. Listed below are the different camps that will be offered this summer at the Texas 4-H Center:
– Horizons, Grades 4-8, July 3, 2p.m. – July 7, 10:30a.m., cost is $275
– County Camp 1, July 9, 2p.m.- July 11, 11a.m., cost is $175
– Camp Corral, July 15, 2p.m. – July 20, 2p.m., Military Youth Only
– Mission Possible Mentor Training, July 22, 2p.m. – July 23, 11a.m., cost is $80
– Mission Possible, July 23, 2p.m. – July 25, 3p.m., cost is $175
– Prime Time I Grades 5-8, July 22, 2p.m. – July 25, 10a.m., cost is $225
– Prime Time II Grades 2-5, July 25, 2p.m. – July 28, 10a.m., cost is $225
Brown County 4-H will be participating in County Camp I, you must be registered on the Texas 4-H Center website by June 14th if you are planning on participating in County Camp I. If you are going to attend County Camp I please notify the Extension Office.
AGGIELAND LAMB CAMP
Aggieland Lamb Camp is a 3-day program dedicated to teaching parents and students the fundamentals of feeding, nutrition, health, facilities, selection, and showmanship. The camp will be July 20th – July 22nd, 2012 in College Station, Texas at the Pearce Pavilion. The cost for campers is $150.00 and $60.00 for a adult/sponsor. You have to be 8 years of age or older to participate in the camp and must be accompanied by a adult/sponsor. Registration is online at http://animalscience.tamu.edu/academics/sheep-goats/sheep-center/youth-camps/index.htm. If you have any questions please contact the Extension Office.
2012 JUNIOR RODEO SCHEDULE
July 19, 20, 21 Lometa FFA Jr. Rodeo
August 10 & 11 Best of Texas Youth Blow-Out
4-H ENROLLMENT IS OPEN ON 4-H CONNECT!
August 1st started the enrollment process for the 2011-2012 4-H year in Texas. All 4-H families, new and returning, are encouraged to log in and enroll in order to become an official 4-H member. If you are wanting to become an adult leader or volunteer we encourage you to enroll for the 2011-2012 year. There is no cost for adult leaders or adult volunteers. As you enroll in 4-H for the year, here are some tips in using 4-H CONNECT:
If you already have a profile DO NOT create another one!
If you lost your email and password call the county office we can tell you your e-mail address and reset your password!
To be an official 4-H member in Texas 4-H you must have an ACTIVE profile in 4-H CONNECT!
An active membership will not be granted until the $25.00 participation fee is paid on 4-H Connect!
You cannot register for an event until your profile is ACTIVE.
When you are doing your re-enrollment for the 2011-2012 4-H Year please make sure you update your address, phone number, and e-mail address.
Don’t wait until the last minute to enroll!
Educational programs of the Texas AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age or national origin. The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners’ Courts of Texas Cooperating
