Stark County 4-H

08/03/2026

Happening tomorrow- Farm in the Park, Tues. Aug 4, 11 am - 1 pm. Bring your family for a fun FREE day exploring agriculture, horticulture, and healthy living with Illinois Extension. Come to Veteran's Park in downtown Galva (across from our Henry/Stark Extension office). We'll have a variety of interactive games, crafts, information, handouts, prizes, and more.
Details at https://extension.illinois.edu/events/2026-08-04-galva-farm-park

07/20/2026

Come out to the Stark County Jr. Fair in Wyoming July 23–27, and celebrate the achievements of our 4‑H members. Here is the 2026 Stark County Jr. Fair Show Schedule

Friday, July 24
9 AM: P*e Wee Swine Showmanship, Jr. Fair Swine Show, and 4‑H Swine Show

Saturday, July 25
8 AM: General Projects Judging for 4-H and Jr. Fair
1 PM: P*e Wee Goat/Sheep Showmanship, Jr. Fair Goat & Sheep Show, and 4‑H Goat & Sheep Show
3 PM: P*e Wee Poultry Showmanship and Poultry Show
3:30 PM: P*e Wee Rabbit Showmanship and Rabbits & Rodents Show

Sunday, July 26
10 AM: P*e Wee Cattle Showmanship, Bucket Calf & Dairy Show
10:30 AM: Jr. Fair Beef Show and 4‑H Beef Show

Monday, July 27
9 AM: Horse & Pony Show
6:30 PM: 4‑H & Jr. Fair Awards Ceremonies
7 PM: Sale of Champions

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices will be closed Mon., May 25. Explore what’s ahead next week and throughout June.

Email from University of Illinois Extension-Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, Stark See what's being planned in your community 🇺🇸 Happy Memorial Day from Illinois Extension As we honor and remember those

05/18/2026

Bring the whole family for a FREE day of learning and fun as we celebrate our agricultural heritage with Illinois Extension and community partners!

Visit a variety of stations to enjoy:

Free Petting Zoo – Get up close to goats and other farm animals!
Hands-On Stations – Explore agriculture, gardening, nutrition, and 4-H activities.
Games & Prizes – Try fun challenges for a chance to win!
Community Partners: Birth to Five, and Society of Growth will have activities too.
Library Fun – Stop inside for even more family activities.
Free Resources – Pick up recipe cards, grocery totes, and Extension information (while supplies last).

We look forward to seeing you there!

03/23/2026

Spring into learning with 4-H. We have fun events, workshops, clubs, cookouts, and more that you don't want to miss! https://conta.cc/485BgPE

Email from University of Illinois Extension-Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, Stark Easter egg hunt, tree plantings , sewing, archery, and more! Upcoming 4-H workshops and events Spring into learning with 4

11/24/2025

Illinois Extension has recipes, turkey tips, and food safety guidance to help you prepare for Thanksgiving. We also have fun holiday workshops coming up - join us!.
https://conta.cc/47ZmMBl

Email from University of Illinois Extension-Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, Stark Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Illinois Extension! Thanksgiving & Holiday Program Updates Office Closed: Thursday &

11/11/2025

4-H Holidays Around the World: Make-and-Take Celebration
Tuesday, December 2, 5-7 PM, Toulon Library.
Join 4-H for a festive journey across the globe! Explore holiday traditions from around the world. Youth ages 5 to 18 are invited to attend this make-and-take event. They will rotate through interactive stations, each featuring a hands-on craft and a traditional treat from a different country.
Cost: $5 per person | Fee waiver available upon request
Sign up at go.illinois.edu/4-HWorldHolidays

What to Expect:
• Learn about unique holiday customs from six regions
• Create festive crafts inspired by global traditions
• Sample delicious holiday foods from around the world
• Celebrate community, culture, and creativity
Featured Stations:
• Germany: Make traditional ornaments and taste Plätzchen (spiced gingerbread cookies)
• Mexico: Create poinsettia handprint art and sip Mexican hot chocolate
• Africa: Craft Kwanzaa bracelets and enjoy Mbatata (sweet potato cookies)
• Asia: Make Chinese lanterns and blend an Indian spice mix
• Australia: Build a holiday snow globe and try Tim Tam Balls
• USA: Decorate Santa ornaments and enjoy classic sugar cookies.

09/02/2025

Stark County 4-H Shotgun Club starts Sept. 15.
Attention youth ages 10 -18 - come build your marksmanship skills at this 8 week shooting sports club. It will meet Mondays at 6 pm from Sept. 15 to Nov. 3 in Kewanee. Get details and sign up at go.illinois.edu/4-HShotgunKewanee

08/04/2025

Come out to Galva tomorrow between 11 am and 1 pm for this fun family event! Petting Zoo, Activity stations, Illinois Extension resources, Hot dog lunch stand and more await! We'll see you there! https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ad879urqL/

07/25/2025

🎡🐴🐐🐮 There’s a full weekend of fun ahead at the Stark County Fair — and our 4-H members are ready to shine! Come support local youth as they exhibit their hard work and talents in animal shows, general projects, and more!

Here’s what’s happening:

📅 Saturday, July 26
🕗 8:00 AM – General Projects Check-In
🕙 10:00 AM – Office Open for Speed Show
🕚 11:00 AM – Stark County Speed Show & Goat & Sheep Weigh-In
🕐 1:00 PM – P*e Wee Goat/Sheep Showmanship, Jr. Fair Goat & Sheep Show, 4-H Goat & Sheep Show
🕒 3:00 PM – P*e Wee Poultry Showmanship & Poultry Show
🕞 3:30 PM – P*e Wee Rabbit Showmanship & Rabbits & Rodents Show

📅 Sunday, July 27
🕗 8:00 AM – Beef Weigh-In
🕙 10:00 AM – P*e Wee Cattle Showmanship, Bucket Calf & Dairy Show
🕚 11:00 AM – Jr. Fair Beef Show & 4-H Beef Show

📅 Monday, July 28
🕘 9:00 AM – Horse & Pony Show
🕠 5:30 PM – General Project Check-Out
🕡 6:30 PM – 4-H & Jr. Fair Awards Ceremony
🕖 7:00 PM – Stark County Sale of Champions

📅 Wednesday, July 31
🕕 6:00 PM – Fair Clean-Up
🔔 General Projects must be picked up
💰 Jr. Fair Premium Checks issued after clean-up

👏 Come celebrate the achievements of our amazing 4-H youth and enjoy the spirit of the fair!