Clarke County 4-H - Iowa

06/12/2026

Don’t forget, still spots open for this event coming up so quick!

06/12/2026

🧵✨ Quilt Block Project – Sign Up Today! ✨🧵

Ready to get creative? Join our Quilt Block Project and be part of something special! Whether you’re experienced or just getting started, this is a great opportunity to learn new skills and create something meaningful.
this is open to 4-H Members, Clover Kids and 4-H Volunteer
Thank you to our 4-H volunteer Bobbie Cook for sourcing the fabric! 💚

📌 Check out the rules (page 63 of the fair book)
📲 Scan the QR code or use the link to sign up
📧 Questions? Contact [email protected]

Don’t miss your chance to stitch something amazing!

06/12/2026

Rabbit tattooing is tomorrow (6/13) from 9-10AM at the Clarke County Fairgrounds!

06/12/2026

A huge THANK YOU to all of our babysitting camp campers and families for rolling with yesterday’s weather, location change, and adjusted schedule! We appreciate your flexibility and dedication to being there. We had a great day learning new skills and having fun together!

06/11/2026

A heartfelt THANK YOU to the Osceola Pizza Hut for hosting a our May 14, 2026, fundraiser to support Clarke County 4-H Youth scholarships! 🍕💚

Because of your generosity and the support of everyone who participated, local 4-H members will have opportunities to pursue their educational goals and continue developing leadership skills that benefit our community.

We are grateful to Pizza Hut, the staff who helped make the event a success, and everyone who came out to support our youth. Your partnership and community spirit make a lasting difference!

06/11/2026

Tonight is Fairentry help night! Be sure to stop by the extension office if you need any assistance!

06/10/2026

Thank you to Harvest Barn Marketplace for donating beef sticks for our summer day camps!

06/10/2026

Blossom buckets are ready for pick up!

🌸 Blossom Bucket Project Update 🌸

The Blossom Bucket SIGN UP is ready!

📣THANK YOU to our Blossom Bucket Sponsors! for helping make our 4-H community bloom! 🌷🪣💐
* Niemann Ace Hardware of Osceola
*Saylor Realty
*Osceola Farm and Home
*Chesnut Lawn and Landscape
*Clarke County Master Gardeners
*Clarke County Community Gardens
*Solutions!
*Ellis Greenhouse, Lucas Iowa

Clarke County 4-H Youth and Clover Kids- sign up today to participate in the 2026 Blossom Bucket Project to exhibit at the Clarke County Fair, please complete the JotForm sign-up before pickup up a bucket. This helps extension office staff stay organized and ensure everyone receives their bucket.

📋 Sign up here: https://form.jotform.com/251125895346159

Once you've completed the form, the office will be notified, and you can stop by the Clarke County Extension Office to get your bucket STARTING WEDNESDAY 6/10/26!!!

Number of buckets are limited and are on a first come first serve basis! One per exhibitor, please.

See the 2026 Clarke County Fair Book for Blossom Bucket guideline/rules for exhibition

Thank you!

06/10/2026

06/09/2026

🎨 Ready to create a winning 4-H poster exhibit? Here are some quick tips to make your project stand out at the fair! 🍀

✅ Keep your message clear, simple, and easy to read from 6–8 feet away
✅ Use eye-catching visuals that support your main idea
✅ Don’t overcrowd your poster — white space helps your design shine
✅ Choose colors and text sizes that grab attention
✅ Make sure your facts come from credible sources and give credit where it’s due
✅ Be ready to explain what you learned and how you created your exhibit

Remember: judges want to see YOUR learning, creativity, and effort! 💡🙌

These tips work for any poster at fair, but we especially hope to see your creativity in the 4-H Poster Communication Exhibit where you share information using one of four themes:
4-H is…
Join 4-H
Beyond Ready in 4-H
4-H Spirit
4-H for America's Next 250 Years