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Important Dates
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YQCA Training
May 26, 2026 in Verdigre – School (Ag Classroom) – 2:00 p.m.
June 30, 2026 in Wausa – Leid Lincoln Township Library – 9:00 a.m.
July 28, 2026 in Center – 6:00 p.m.
Register at https://yqcaprogram.org/
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4-H Clover Kid Workshops
Clover Kid Camp - June 4 - 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost $10 - Center - Pre-registration Required
Limit 40 Clover KidsClover Kid All About Animals - June 23 - 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Cost $10 - Center - Pre-registration Required
Limit 40 Clover Kids -
4-H Project Day
June 9, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Center - Pre-registration Required by June 1
Limit 40 Youth - $45.00 each -
Baking Healthy & Creative Snacks
June 12, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Center
Registration Required by June 1 Limit 15 youth
$8.00 -
Fashion & Textiles Workshop
June 18, 2026
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. - Center
Cost $30 Registration Required
Limit 20 Youth -
Frame Ladder
June 24, 2026
9:30 a.m. to noon
Center - Cost $10
Limited to 15 youth - Registration Required
Knox County Library Programs
In March, Nebraska Extension in Knox County brought an engaging and educational program, “Pizza Farm,” to several area communities, including the Bloomfield, Creighton, Niobrara, Verdigre, and Wausa libraries, as well as the Isanti Community After School Program.
The program gave youth a hands-on opportunity to learn about the important role farmers play in producing the ingredients that make one of America’s favorite foods—pizza. From grains used in crust to dairy products like cheese and meats and vegetables for toppings, participants discovered how many different agricultural products come together in a single meal.
Activities throughout the session encouraged both learning and fun. Youth started by getting to know one another and sharing their favorite types of pizza. They then played an interactive bingo game featuring a variety of pizza toppings, reinforcing their understanding of the ingredients and where they come from.
The highlight of the program was the chance for each participant to create their own mini pizza. This hands-on experience allowed them to apply what they had learned while enjoying a creative and tasty treat.
The “Pizza Farm” program successfully combined education and entertainment, helping youth better appreciate agriculture while making lasting memories.
Early Childhood Development
Food & Fitness
Water Resources
Agriculture, Farm and Ranch Resources
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Beef & Forage
Nebraska Extension in Knox County
308 Bridge Street
P.O. Box 45
Center, Nebraska
Call 402-288-5611
Fax 402-288-5612
knox-county@unl.edu
4-H Online Enrollment is Open! Knox County Enrollment Deadline - 4-H Enrollment for ALL members, including Clover Kids, is due by June 15. Youth can enroll anytime during the year, but all youth, including Clover Kids, must be enrolled with the Nebraska Extension 4-H Office in Knox County by June 15 and membership dues paid to the extension office to exhibit at the Knox County Fair or before competing any competitive 4-H events that year. Competitive events include all Pre-Fair Contests and Shooting Sports Contests.
Find More Enrollment Information
4-H Newsletters from Knox County
Find out what's happening in 4-H right here!
Local Extension Educators Recognized
Nebraska Extension recently held its annual Fall Conference, where two local Extension Educators were recognized for their exceptional efforts and achievements. Megan Hanefeldt, Cedar/Knox 4-H Youth Development Educator, was honored as the Nebraska Extension Mentor of the Year. Jackie Steffen, Nebraska Extension Early Childhood Educator, received the Nebraska Extension Excellence in Extension Team Award for her collaboration with Nebraska Children and Families' Communities for Kids (C4K) initiative.
