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Jen Jones
4-H members brought their projects to display to give those who attended the 4-H Fun Fest a better idea of what all 4-H offers .
By Jen Jones
Last year was the first year of the 4-H Fun Fest , and membership in 4-H jumped about 50 members after it was held . Jenny Strickler of the OSU Extension is hoping this year will be the same .
The 4-H Fun Fest was held April 2 at the Coshocton County Fairgrounds . About 40 current 4-H members brought their projects to display to give those who attended a better idea of what all 4-H offers .
“ We wanted to promote 4-H to the community . Many people see us at the fair but really don ’ t know the wide variety of projects that members can take . It ’ s not just about animals . This is a great opportunity for everyone to learn more about 4-H ,” Strickler said .
When children checked in , they were given a bag with all kinds of information they would need if they wanted to join 4-H . They also were given a passport . At each project they visited
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, they got their passport stamped , and when they had 16 stamps , they could turn the card in for a hot dog and ice cream .
“ We can reach out to the families with the information on the card ,” Strickler said .
She also said people can join any 4-H club ; it doesn ’ t have to be one that meets close to them .
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“ Some clubs are more focused on certain projects such as horses , and if you want to take a horse , joining one of those clubs might be a better fit for you . But really , you can join any club you want to ,” Strickler said .
There are 28 4-H clubs in Coshocton County .
Sheldon Stotts was one of the 4-H members at the
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fun fest . He brought his chicken to show attendees .
“ 4-H helps build organization skills . You have to be organized in all the steps of your project . It ’ s really cool to learn about all different animals , and the nonanimal projects are fun to do too ,” he said .
Stotts said he joined when his family moved out of the city and his parents encouraged him to follow in their footsteps and join .
Natalie Huston brought her duck to show people at the fun fest . “ 4-H gives me more chances to be with animals . I get to be myself too ,” she said .
Huston said she shows market chickens , market duck and fancy duck . “ During the show you have to answer questions about your duck ,” she said .
Huston said she would encourage other kids to join 4-H because they can just be themselves and meet new people .
This is Conner Webster ’ s
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10th year in 4-H . “ We live on a farm , so my mom and dad kinda made me join , but after the first meeting , I really enjoyed it . I like seeing the younger kids join and have fun too . 4-H teaches you leadership skills and gives you great experiences . It ’ s been worth it to me . I did
Jen Jones
4-H Fun Fest was held April 2 at the Coshocton County Fairgrounds .
public speaking and had fun . I was fair king . And all the experiences look great on a college resume ,” he said .
If interested in 4-H but could not attend the fun fest , call Strickler at 740-622-2265 for questions or more information .
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On Tuesday , April 25th , 2023 at 6PM , Southeastern Ohio Legal Services ( SEOLS ) will present information to prepare you for your senior years . The presentation will be held in the Community Room at the NEW Coshocton County / City Health Department at 637 Chestnut Street . |
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We will discuss how to make sure that your health care decisions are followed and how to choose who will make those decisions if you cannot . We ’ ll talk about what steps you can take now to make things easier for your family or loved ones after you pass . |
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Back Row : Wyatt Nys , Rosaley Poland , Ivy Moore , Jadelynn Renker , Corbin Lillibridge , Ella Perrenoud , Harper Dotson , Ryver Lane Hendireth & Mrs . Webster ( Coshocton Christian Academy - teacher winner ) Front Row : Hunter Ackley , Jaxson Giesey , Emilia Lonsinger , Mason Johnson , Journey Rowland , Kylee Bordenkircher , & Keira Booth . Not Pictured : Lillyann Smith , Rumer Ringwalt , & Burkley Wright |
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Agenda Includes :
• Do you need a will ?
• How to create a simple will ?
• Financial Power of Attorney
• What to avoid ?
• When you need it ?
• How to cancel it ?
• Health Care Power of Attorney
• Living Will
• Donor Registry
• Property Transfers
Brought to you by Southeastern Ohio Legal Services , Coshocton Job and Family Services , and Coshocton County Probate Court .
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