Kalamazoo County 4-H Youth Program

10/16/2026

Michigan teens can build their resumes, gain public speaking skills, and make a real impact in their community this November.

Located at Bowers School Farm in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 4-H Teens as Teachers Healthy Living Program offers hands-on youth leadership training! In this role, you'll be a teen teacher, facilitate workshops, and receive a $100 cash stipend, plus the chance to win a scholarship to attend 4-H Exploration Days at Michigan State University, gain real-world leadership experience, and more.

Register by visiting our website located in our bio.

10/16/2026

Spectacular Youth Leadership Institute Registration OPEN!!
Check out this link for more information. https://events.anr.msu.edu/LCCE/
Nov. 20-22, 2026

Scholarships may be available through the Kalamazoo County MSU Extension 4-H office

10/12/2026

Today is the final day to sign up. If you are planning to attend please sign up so we can make sure to have enough supplies for everyone. Youth do not need to be current 4-H members to attend.

🥒 You’re Kind of a Big Dill! 🥒

Gather the whole family and join us for a fun-filled pickling adventure! Learn how to pickle more than just cucumbers as we explore a variety of delicious fruits, vegetables, and creative flavor combinations.

Whether you're a seasoned canner or just curious about preserving food, this hands-on class is packed with learning, laughter, and tasty samples.

Because your family is a BIG DILL, we’d love to see you there!

Come make memories, discover new skills, and take home some pickling inspiration.

Sign up here by October 12, 2026- https://forms.gle/G6EE1gRWDuUfkAnM9

10/11/2026

10/11/2026

The 4-H experience doesn't end when youth age out of the program. Today, we're celebrating the Michigan 4-H Alumni & Friends network and the many ways alumni, volunteers, parents and supporters stay connected to the 4-H community.

Whether you mentor, volunteer, advocate or supporter, you're helping inspire the next generation of young people to become Beyond Ready. Get connected with your fellow 4-H community by joining the Michigan 4-H Alumni & Friends Network.

10/09/2026

🎁 Holiday shopping is coming!

“Buy Now, Pay Later” can make a $100 purchase feel like just $25. But what happens when those payments start piling up?

💳 Is BNPL really helping your budget—or just pushing today’s spending into tomorrow?

Before you click “Buy Now,” find out what the research says about BNPL and what to consider before making that holiday purchase.

👉 Read the full article and think before you pay later! https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/buy-now-pay-later-convenient-or-costly

10/09/2026

10/08/2026

Every Michigan 4-H license plate on the road is a little reminder that we’re helping create more opportunities for Michigan youth. Today, we’re celebrating the 4-H supporters who proudly carry their 4-H spirit wherever they go!

Don’t have your plate yet? Learn how you can show your 4-H pride and support Michigan youth at extension.msu.edu/4-Hplate.

10/06/2026

Did you know that 4-H has a military partnership? As we celebrate national 4-H week check out this video that shares how 4-H is supporting military 4-H youth and families.

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