Williamson County Illinois 4-H

10/01/2026

Please place your photos, what you are Thankful for and why you love 4-H.

09/01/2026

Discover what is happening in 4-H near you! https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/42/798756042.html

08/20/2026

Put your skills to the test at the 4-H Food Challenge at the Du Quoin State Fair!

Cake Decorating will be on Saturday, August 29, and Centerpiece Making will be on Thursday, September 3, at 6 p.m. in the Exposition Hall. These contests are FREE and open to youth 8-18.

Please register by Aug 25, at noon.

To register, call: 618-542-1509

Cake Decorating Project Book: go.illinois.edu/4HCakeDecor

Floral Design Resource: go.illinois.edu/4HCenterpiece

Contest Guidelines: go.illinois.edu/4-HCCRules

Call your local 4-H Program Coordinator with any questions!

08/11/2026

07/31/2026

Put your skills to the test at the 4-H Challenges at the Du Quoin State Fair!

Cake Decorating will be on Saturday, August 29, and Centerpiece Making will be on Thursday, September 3, at 6 p.m. in the Exposition Hall. These contests are FREE and open to youth 8-18.

Please register by Aug 25, at noon.

To register, call: 618-542-1509

Cake Decorating Project Book: go.illinois.edu/4HCakeDecor

Floral Design Resource: go.illinois.edu/4HCenterpiece

Contest Guidelines: go.illinois.edu/4-HCCRules

Call your local 4-H Program Coordinator with any questions!

07/14/2026

Franklin, Jackson, Perry, Randolph, and Williamson Counties 4-H is excited to partner with the DuQuoin State Fair to offer activities and volunteer opportunities for current and incoming 4-H members. From hands-on activities to volunteer opportunities, there is something for everyone to enjoy. View all of the 4-H opportunities at https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/44/826233544.html

The 2026 Du Quoin State Fair runs from August 28 through September 7. The Fairgrounds are open from 8 a.m. to Midnight for the duration of the Fair.

04/02/2026

The Williamson County Shooting Sports session for April 2 has been postponed due to inclement weather. We will begin the next session on Tuesday, April 7. We hope to see you there!

03/02/2026

Look at the March 4-H Newsletter! https://emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/87/896649487.html

02/12/2026

The 4‑H Buddy program pairs older, experienced 4‑H members with first‑year members to help them feel confident and connected as they begin their 4‑H journey. Serving as a 4‑H Buddy is a meaningful leadership opportunity for seasoned members who want to build relationships and strengthen their leadership skills. Learn more and register at go.illinois.edu/4-HBuddy.

10/01/2025

Check out the October 4-H Newsletter by clicking the link attached! emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/74/358355874.html