Jo Daviess County 4-H is excited to announce three hands-on learning opportunities for youth through our Special Interest Clubs: Cloverbud SPIN Club, “Hop to It” Rabbit SPIN Club, and “Everything Art” SPIN Club. These clubs are designed to spark curiosity, build skills, and provide fun, interactive experiences for youth in grades K–12.
What are SPIN Clubs?
SPIN Clubs (Special Interest Clubs) are short-term programs that allow youth to explore a specific topic in depth without a long-term commitment. They provide hands-on learning, expert guidance, and opportunities to connect with peers who share similar interests. “SPIN Clubs are a great way for youth to discover new passions and develop life skills in a fun, supportive environment,” said Angela Miller, 4-H Program Coordinator. “Whether it’s caring for animals, creating art, or exploring new ideas, these clubs make learning exciting and accessible for everyone.”
4-H Cloverbud SPIN Club
Designed for our youngest 4-H members (ages 5–7), Cloverbuds will explore a variety of activities that encourage creativity, teamwork, and discovery. Each month will feature a different topic to keep learning fresh and fun.
- First Meeting: December 1, 2025, at 5:30 PM
- Location: Elizabeth Community Building
- Additional Dates: January 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 4
- Cost: $10 for 4-H members, $25 for non-members
- Deadline to Register: December 1, 2025
- Register Online: https://go.illinois.edu/JDC4-HCloverbudSpinClub or call the Extension Office at 815-858-2273.
4-H “Hop to It” Rabbit SPIN Club
Love rabbits? Curious about breeds, care, and showmanship? This club offers a hands-on adventure into the world of rabbits, from grooming and feeding to understanding their anatomy and behavior.
- Who Can Join: Youth in grades 3–12
- Meeting Months: November, January, March, May, June, July
- Activities include: Guest speakers, farm visits, fun projects, and showmanship skills
- Informational Meeting: November 13, 2025, at 6:00 PM (you are not required to attend this meeting in order to join this club- this is a chance to learn more about this club)
- Location: Elizabeth Community Building
- Register Online: https://go.illinois.edu/JDC4-H_HoptoIt_Club or call the Extension Office at 815-858-2273.
4-H “Everything Art” SPIN Club
Unleash your creativity with hands-on art experiences! Whether you’re new to art or already love making it, this club is all about imagination and skill-building. Explore unique art forms like woodworking, leathercraft, felting, glass blowing, and more.
- Who Can Join: Youth in grades 3–12
- First Meeting: December 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM,
- Location: Elizabeth Community Building, Topic: Woodburning
- Cost: $10 for 4-H members, $25 for non-members
- Register Online: https://go.illinois.edu/JDC4-HEverthingArtClub or call the Extension Office at 815-858-2273.
- Deadline to Register: December 1, 2025
For more information or to register, call 815-858-2273 or visit our website at go.illinois.edu/jsw. Don’t miss these exciting opportunities to learn, create, and connect with Jo Daviess County 4-H!
University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, extends knowledge, and builds partnerships to support people, communities, and their environments as part of the state's land-grant institution. Extension serves as the leading public outreach effort for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences in all 102 Illinois counties through a network of 27 multi-county units and over 700 staff statewide. Extension’s mission is responsive to eight strategic priorities — community, economy, environment, food and agriculture, health, partnerships, technology and discovery, and workforce excellence — that are served through six program areas — 4-H youth development, agriculture and agribusiness, community and economic development, family and consumer science, integrated health disparities, and natural resources, environment, and energy.