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MONTHLY CHALLENGE	Celebrate 4-H Challenge	Snap a photo of yourself celebrating 4-H Week and share it with us. UPLOAD PHOTO HERE TO BE ENTERED IN THE MONTHLY DRAWING
3rd Tuesday of the Month 630pm CCE Office 18 Seward Ave, Middletown	4-H Future Innovators County Club	MUST LET US KNOW IF YOUR ATTENDING Youth and adults learn new skills together in a traditional 4-H club setting. The club will explore a variety of different project areas that are selected by the club members. The group meet once a month on Tuesday nights. For more information call the 4-H office at 845-344-1234 or email kal64@cornell.edu Ages 5-19
3rd Thursday of the month 5:30pm Goshen Public Library (Community Room) 366 Main Street Goshen, NY 10924	4-H County Clover Bud Club	BRIGHT BUDS FULL FOR THE 2026-27 4-H YEAR BUT GO TO OUR CLUB PAGE FOR OTHER OPTIONS Bright Buds + Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month This group is tailored to members 5-7 and older siblings. Parents and guardians’ participation is encouraged. This is not a drop-off program. Meets once a month. For more information and to JOIN contact Leah Brown at lbr72@cornell.edu or 845-344-1234
Meets on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month (with few exceptions) 1-2:30pm CCE Office 18 Seward Ave, Middletown NY	Orange County 4-H Discovery Den	DISCOVERY DEN FULL FOR THE 2026-27 4-H YEAR BUT GO TO OUR CLUB PAGE FOR OTHER OPTIONS This group is designed for homeschool members. Activities include art/crafts, STEM, gardening, healthy living, public speaking, projects, record keeping, field trips, social activities, county, state and national events and more. Parents and guardians’ participation is encouraged. This is not a drop-off program. For more information and to JOIN contact Leah Brown at lbr72@cornell.edu or 845-344-1234
Thursday October 1	ENROLLMENT OPENS	Enrollment opens for the 2026-27 4-H year.
October 4-10	National 4-H Week	Go Green Monday – October 5: Show your 4-H spirit by wearing green, lighting up your community, and joining landmarks across the country in going green! SEE WHO IS GOING GREEN NEAR YOU Thankful Thursday – October 8: Celebrate and recognize the volunteers, educators, leaders, parents, and staff who make 4-H possible.
October 5–November 30 \| Monday evenings, 6:00–7:30 pm (with some exceptions) CCE ROCKLAND	4-H Careers in Human & Animal Medicine	REGISTER HERE Grades 9–12 \| $160 This 10-session program introduces high school students to education and career opportunities in both human and animal medicine. Students will visit hospitals, colleges, and veterinary facilities, meet professionals working in the field, and participate in hands-on experiences. Sessions will take place at locations throughout the region.
October 8, October 22, November 5 & November 12 \| Thursdays, 6:00–7:00 pm \| CCE Rockland	4-H Financial Education Series with Chase Bank	REGISTER HERE Grades 6+ \| FREE This four-session program introduces students to important financial skills they can use now and as they get older. Topics include setting financial goals, creating a budget, saving, understanding credit and debt, navigating banking, and recognizing and avoiding fraud and scams. The program is designed for students in grades 6–8, although all students in grades 6 and above are welcome. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. Students who complete the series will receive a free backpack filled with school supplies.
LAST DAY FOR ORDERS Thursday, October 13	Dave Devil Dogs Fundraiser	The 4-H Discovery Den Homeschool group has partnered with Dave’s Devil Dogs for a delicious fundraiser. $15 from the sale of every meal will go directly to the Discovery Den to help offset project and educational field trip costs. TEXT ORDERS TO 845 -313- 9038 BY 8PM THURSDAY 10/15/26 Meal pick up will be at the Education Center and 4-H Park on Saturday October 17^th between 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm.
Saturday, October 17 2-4pm 4-H Park and Educational Center 300 Finchville Turnpike, Otisville NY	4-H Achievement & Kick Off Celebration	Come Celebrate a new year of learning, leadership, friendship, fun and achievement. Whether you're new to 4-H, returning or just curious about what 4-H has to offer, this is for you. Learn about 4-H programs, activities and opportunities. Meet 4-H staff. Enroll or re-enroll in 4-H. Celebrate the achievements of our 4-H members. For more information contact DeAnna Sardell at ds2285@cornell.edu
Tuesday October 20 4:30-6pm CCE Office 18 Seward 3rd Floor Ave Middletown	Exploration Through Food, Body, and Movement	REGISTER HERE 4-H Member – $45.00 Non-4-H Member – $50.00 Youth will explore the concept of food systems holistically through connections between health, environment, economy and community. Questions? Contact Olivia at oco8@cornell.edu
Tuesday October 20 6:30 pm CCE Office 18 Seward Ave, 3rd Floor Middletown	Future Innovators County Club FIRST MEETING	REGISTER HERE If you’re not familiar with 4-H, then this is the perfect place to start your 4-H journey. Members will take part in activities that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork while building confidence and real-world skills. Feel free to contact Kat for more information (845-344-1234 or kal64@cornell.edu).
Wednesday October 21 6pm CCE Office 18 Seward Ave, 3rd Floor Middletown	Bots & Beyond4-H Robotics Adventure 1st Meeting	REGISTER HERE In this hands-on 4-H Robotics Adventure, youth learn to design, build, and program robots while exploring how innovation shapes the future. Feel free to contact Kat for more information (845-344-1234 or kal64@cornell.edu).
Thursday October 22 5:30pm CCE office 18 Seward Ave, 3rd Floor Middletown	STEM Explorers Club First Meeting	REGISTER HERE Welcome to the world of Orange County 4-H STEM – where imagination meets innovation, and young minds are empowered to explore the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics! From building rockets to designing sustainable solutions, 4-H STEM offers endless opportunities for young minds to dream big and make a difference Contact Kat Leo at kal64@cornell.edu or 845-344-1234
Tuesday October 27 4:30-6pm CCE Office 18 Seward 3rd Floor Ave Middletown	Exploration Through Food, Body, and Movement	REGISTER HERE 4-H Member – $45.00 Non-4-H Member – $50.00 Youth will explore the concept of food systems holistically through connections between health, environment, economy and community. Questions? Contact Olivia at oco8@cornell.edu
Tuesday November 3 4:30-6pm CCE Office 18 Seward 3rd Floor Ave Middletown	Exploration Through Food, Body, and Movement	REGISTER HERE 4-H Member – $45.00 Non-4-H Member – $50.00 Youth will explore the concept of food systems holistically through connections between health, environment, economy and community. Questions? Contact Olivia at oco8@cornell.edu
Saturday November 14 10am at the 4-H Park 300 Finchville Turnpike Otisville	Green Minds Bright Futures Nature Art	REGISTER HERE FOR YOUTH ages 5-18, come join us as we explore how to create art using the natural world. Contact Kat Leo at kal64@cornell.edu for more information