Christian County 4-H

08/30/2026

Are you interested in sewing or want to learn how? Join us this fall for the 4-H Sewing Spin Club!

Learn new sewing skills, work on fun projects, and get hands-on experience with a sewing machine. No previous sewing experience is needed, and equipment will be provided!

Learn more and register here: go.illinois.edu/sewingspin

08/28/2026

Fall is just around the corner, and it's the perfect time to get crafty!

Join us for a Macramé Pumpkin Workshop where youth will learn the basics of macramé while creating an adorable pumpkin to take home. This hands on workshop is perfect for beginners and is a great way to get creative, learn a new skill, and make a fun fall decoration.

Ages 8–18
Cost: $3 to cover supplies
You do not have to be a 4-H member to participate!

Spots are limited, so don't wait! Learn more and register here: https://go.illinois.edu/MacrameCC

08/26/2026

An email with JUST the Award and Scholarship information went out this evening. This information can also be found linked in the August Newsletter.

Due date for awards and nominations is September 15. Scholarship deadlines are November 1.

If you did not receive this email please reach out to Cheralee at [email protected] so we can make sure you are on the email list.

08/26/2026

There is still time to register for 4-H Fall Family Camp!

Ready for s'more family fun? We are sending the summer off with Family Camp at 4-H Memorial Camp September 11–13.

Your family will get to stay in their own cabin, have all meals provided from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch, and get to participate in all the fun activities we have planned including swimming, boating, fishing, arts & crafts, zip lining, rock climbing, fun S.T.E.M. activities, hikes, tie-dying t-shirts, building model rockets and so much more!

Join us at camp in Monticello September 11–13 in one of our 10-bed cabins! All ages are welcome, but at least one participant per family must be 4-H age (5-18 years old). Due to the nature of Family Camp, a parent or guardian must stay with their children for the duration of their camp session.

More information and registration forms can be found on the 4-H Memorial Camp Website: go.illinois.edu/4-h-family-camp

If you need reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact the registration office.

08/20/2026

Project Spotlight: Food Preservation

Do you like pickles on your hamburgers? What about chips and salsa, peanut butter and jelly, or jerky? Food preservation is a way to enjoy seasonal fresh-grown fruits, vegetables, and even meats, all year long! The foods mentioned can all be preserved by canning, pickling, freezing, or drying.

Food Preservation Project - Preserving your own garden produce can help extend your family’s food budget while guaranteeing your food is healthy and safe. You can choose from several preservation methods: canning fruits and vegetables, making jams and jellies and preserves, freezing fruit and vegetables, drying produce and meats, and making pickles.

Youth learn how to safely preserve tomatoes, vegetables, and meats and use these home-canned foods in healthy recipes. The manual includes nutrition information, kitchen basics, the basics of the preservation procedure, and activities for the youth to conduct to learn the techniques. Activities include canning vegetables, beans, and combinations of meat and vegetables.

Want a hands-on experience? Learn how to preserve your tomato harvest with our Food and Nutrition Educator, Lisa Peterson at the Preserve the Harvest Workshop on August 29! Want to start smaller, check out details about the project and try out the Freezer Jam recipe!

Check out this Preserve the Harvest Workshop with our Food & Nutrition Educator: https://extension.illinois.edu/events/2026-08-29-preserve-harvest-tomatoes

Learn more about the project: https://4h.extension.illinois.edu/ways-participate/projects/food-preservation

Learn more about different types of Food Preservation: https://nchfp.uga.edu/