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Read article: Get Fair Ready! Tips to show your art like a pro
Get Fair Ready! Tips to show your art like a pro
As fair season approaches, showcasing your artwork at a local 4-H fair or show is an excellent opportunity to share your creativity and passion with...
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Read article: Paint with Words: Tips for celebrating National Poetry Month
Paint with Words: Tips for celebrating National Poetry Month
National Poetry Month, observed in April, celebrates poetry in all its forms while highlighting the importance of poets and poetry in our culture....
Read article: Embrace the Earth: Creative art tips for celebrating spring
Embrace the Earth: Creative art tips for celebrating spring
With the arrival of spring, and nature waking up with color, texture, and inspiration, March is the perfect time to step outside, explore, and use...
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Read article: Art as a voice: Celebrating Black History Month through expression and education
Art as a voice: Celebrating Black History Month through expression and education
February is Black History Month which is a time to celebrate the rich contributions of Black artists, activists, and culture shapers. The following...

News Releases

Hippology winners pose.
Youth demonstrate expert equine knowledge in hippology contest
Urbana, Ill. -- In 4-H, learning about horses means much more than learning to ride. Young people with a passion for horses participated in recent statewide educational contests related to the equine industry. 4-H’s educational programs enhance members’ knowledge of horse health, breed...
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Youth exhibit skills, gain self-confidence in horse speaking contest
Urbana, Ill. – The Illinois 4-H Horse Speaking contest helps youth gain self-confidence, courage and persuasiveness; share ideas with others; and develop the ability to speak in public to inform others about horse-related subjects and the 4-H Horse project. This year’s contest was held April 11-...
Horse bowl winners pose.
State horse bowl builds knowledge, lifelong friendships
Urbana, Ill. -- In 4-H, learning about horses means much more than learning to ride. Young people with a passion for horses participated in recent statewide educational contests related to the equine industry. University of Illinois Extension’s 4-H educational programs enhance members’ knowledge...
Robotics team practices before competition.
Youth robotics competition celebrates the youth's creativity and ingenuity
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. ­– Youth from 22 teams across Illinois demonstrated their learning, celebrated their accomplishments, and interacted with others who share an interest in robotics at the 2025 4-H Robotics Competition, AiBot held at the Interstate Center on the McLean County Fairgrounds on May 3...

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