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CLOVER POWER JULY 2017

MEGAN FREEL CODY SOULINTHAVONG MARCI VINSAND Youth & Nutrition Internal Coordinator County Youth Coordinator County Youth Coordinator [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] (515) 957-5771 (515) 957-5763 (515) 957-5770

New 4-H Faces We have two more 4-H staff members start in the last month! Cody Soulinthavong has been hired as the new CYC and Chloe Yoder will be joining us as an Americorp intern. Learn more about each of them below.

Hello 4-H family,

I am Cody Soulinthavong. I am very excited to be working as the new County Youth Coordinator. I started June 19th and I am very much looking forward to working with 4-H and 4-H volunteers.

I was born and raised in Des Moines and graduated from Lincoln High School. I majored in Social Science Education at the University of Iowa and transferred to Grand View Uni- versity changing my major to Psychology. I graduated in the spring of 2017. My previous work experience was doing youth development work in afterschool programs with diverse populations. I was previously a Youth Coordinator at Monsoon United Asian of Io- wa and I hope to bring that work experience to 4-H. In my free time I enjoy sports, read- ing books, and nature. I am very much looking forward to doing youth development in diverse populations as well as building a strong relationship with volunteers.

My name is Chloe Yoder. I am currently a Senior at Iowa State University majoring in Agricultural Communications with an emphasis in Animal Science. I was born and raised in South Central Iowa around livestock exhibiting Simmental cattle across the country. This is where my strong passion for 4-H and FFA began. My continued passion for Extension has lead me to work with AmeriCorps assisting in Summer Camps involving the youth. In my free time I enjoy helping my brother with his breeding projects, as well as, just helping out around the farm wherever needed. I look forward to meeting everyone in Polk County so don’t hesitate to introduce yourself!

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Focus UPCOMING DEADLINES  July 1- All State Fair entries are due. *** NEW this year you will be able to pay online!***  July 1- Livestock ID’s are due for rabbits and poultry in 4-H online to be able to exhibit them at the Polk County or Iowa State Fair.  July 3- All Polk County Fair Entries are Due.

CLUB BASKETS ARE NEEDED At the Polk County Fair the Polk County Advisory Board hosts a silent auction featuring themed baskets. Previous basket themes include movie night, BBQ, local gift cards, game night, swimming/water fun, picnic, Friday night lights, etc. Clubs donate the themed baskets and bring them to the 4-H Building on Tuesday evening (same time as booth set-up). Clubs should type a list of items included in the basket and include their club name on the sheet!

Money from the silent auction supports youth trips and scholarships to various 4-H events. If your club plans to donate a basket, complete the form:https://goo.gl/forms/14XdpTJW3Sq4GPmF3. Contact Marci Vinsand with questions.

POLK COUNTY 4-H DAY CAMP We will be hosting a leadership/team building day camp August 2-4. This Camp will be taking place at the Adventure Learning Center in Urbandale. The Adventure Learning Center is a low and high ropes course designed to challenge youth to work together to accomplish a goal. This Camp will be open 4th-8th graders. August 2- 4th-6th- will be on the low course. 7th-8th- will be on the high course learning to belay and to climb the high elements. August 3- 4th-6th- will be on the high course. 7th-8th- will be on the high course belaying and working on their leadership skills. August 4- Will be spent at the Blank Park Zoo. Youth will have a opportunity to do some behind the scenes activities and we will also be doing a community service project Cost of the camp will be $100. We will supply snacks and beverages throughout the day, youth will be responsible for their own lunch. Drop off will be at 9:30 am and pick up will be at 5:30 pm. Please register at https://goo.gl/forms/Njtf6fH0IougDmKj1

FRESH THYME FUNDRAISER

Fresh Thyme is working with the Clover Dash 5K to hold a meal fundraiser. Fresh Thyme will be grilling out in front of their store on Wednesday, July 5, from 3:30-7 pm. They are located at 2900 University Ave. Wednesday is also their double coupon day so come on out and buy groceries after the Holiday weekend or/and grab supper on your way home. All profits that the Clover Dash earns are given to Polk County 4-H’ers through scholarships, rebates, and club grants (coming in fall of 2017).

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CLOVER KIDS GRADUATION Mark your calendars for Saturday July 22nd at 2 pm for the FIRST ANNUAL CLOVER KIDS GRADUATION. If you or your child is a 3rd grader moving to 4th grade in the 2017-2018 school year we want to celebrate with you. Details are still being finalized but consider this your“ Save the Date”. Please fill out the following form https://goo.gl/forms/ CM9X5DZm6XD4Cgk63 to let us know you plan to come to help our planning. Please RSVP by June 30th.

WAVE YOUR 4-H FLAG The Iowa 4-H Foundation has set a goal to register 5,000 -4 H Alumni and Friends before the Iowa State Fair. Those who register and then visit the booth on August 11, will be eligible to pick up a 4-H Alumni membership card. This card will be good for discounts around the Fairgrounds, including from $1 off an item at the Iowa Pork Tent, $2 off a Hot Beef Sundae at Cattlemen’s Beef Quarters and more. In addition, alumni and friends who register will be eligible for special events and benefits during the year!

As an added incentive, counties can win money for their county endowment for having the most alumni and friends from their county registered! Register here.

4-H HISTORIC FASHION SHOW- MODELS NEEDED

Iowa State Extension in Polk County turned 100 this year! To celebrate we will be having a Historic Fashion Show at this year’s Polk County Fair on Thursday, July 20, at 5:30 pm. Over the years old 4-H uniforms have been donated to the office and we are inviting 4-H youth to model the historic uniforms in a fashion show at this years fair! The uniforms come in very specific sizes as they were all hand made. If you are interested in modeling a uniform at this years fair please contact Megan at [email protected] to arrange a time to come in and try one on!

Clover Power Special Edition

2017 Graduate Spotlights

Abigail Pardekooper, New Beginingings 4-H Club

Abshiro Bokicha, East High School 4-H Club Years in 4-H: 4 High School Attended: East High School Future Plans: DMACC, Business & Fashion Favorite 4-H Memory: Everything, club, seeing my friends come together

Afshan Chandani, Team ASAP

Alan Ritchie, Hot Shots 4-H Club

Years in 4-H: 9 High School Attended: Johnston High School Future Plans: Central College, History Favorite 4-H Memory: Shooting Archery at our club practices and the state meet

AJ Gill, Altoona Adventurers Years in 4-H: 9 High School Attended: Grand View Christian Future Plans: Grand View University, Sport Management & Photography Minor Favorite 4-H Memory: The Citizenship Washington Focus trip!

Alexander Schilling, Team ASAP

Anna Feldstein, Bondurant Go-Getters Years in 4-H: 9 High School Attended: Bondurant High School Future Plans: Iowa State University, Interior Design Favorite 4-H Memory: Sleeping in the horse barn during county fair and getting up at 5 am to ride

Ashley Merkley, Jester Dreamers Years in 4-H: 6 High School Attended: Dowling Catholic High School Future Plans: Simpson College, Undecided Favorite 4-H Memory: Horse Barn watch at Polk County Fair

Bobby Parsons, Team ASAP Years in 4-H: 2 High School Attended: Urbandale High School Future Plans: South Dakota School of Mines, Computer Science Favorite 4-H Memory: Going to the FIRST World Championships in 2016

Claire Rohlfsen, Jester Dreamers

Daniellea Garcia, East High School 4-H Club Years in 4-H: 3 High School Attended: East High School Future Plans: DMACC, Fashion Design Favorite 4-H Memory: Making natural dye and tie dye scarves

Dheepak Nalluri, Team ASAP

Elizabeth Schmeiser, Bondurant Go-Getters

Ellen Sattler, Open Opportunities 4-H Club

Years in 4-H: 9 High School Attended: Valley High School Future Plans: Iowa State University, Horticulture Favorite 4-H Memory: Share the Fun at Polk County Fair - doing skits with my club

Emily Alanzo, East High School 4-H Club Years in 4-H: 2 High School Attended: East High School Future Plans: DMACC, Accounting Favorite 4-H Memory: Working the East High Alumni Banquet

Emily Person, Polk Producers

Emma Noon, Jester Dreamers

Hunter Dial, Johnston Forevergreens Years in 4-H: 9 High School Attended:Johnston High School Future Plans: DMACC, Criminal Justice Favorite 4-H Memory: My favorite 4-H Memory was when I was in my 1st year of 4-H I made candles for the fair and they were held back for State Fair Consideration! I was excited because it was only my 1st year in 4-H!!!

Ian Krohn, Ankeny 4-H Club Years in 4-H: 8 High School Attended:Ankeny High School Future Plans: DMACC, Undecided Favorite 4-H Memory: Exhibiting and attending Polk County Fair each year

Jackson Cole, Polk Producers

Years in 4-H: 8 High School Attended: Southeast Polk High School Future Plans: United States Air Force Academy, Operations Research/Pilot Favorite 4-H Memory: Showing horses with all my siblings

Jakob Olesen, Bondurant Go-Getters

Jason Estrada, Maize - Polk

Jessica Altman, Bondurant Go-Getters

Jessica Bigelow, Valley Pacers Years in 4-H: 9 High School Attended: Johnston High School Future Plans: Iowa State University, Agricultural Business Favorite 4-H Memory: My favorite 4-H memory was representing Iowa 4-H at National 4-H Conference out in Washington D.C for a week. Another one of my favorite memories was being crowned the 2016 Polk County Fair Queen!

Jessica Field, Jester Dreamers

Jocelyn Friedrickson, We XL Years in 4-H: 9 High School Attended: Bondurant High School Future Plans: DMACC, Nutrition Favorite 4-H Memory: Showing calves and volunteering.

Josie Hill, Jester Dreamers

Julisa Heredia, East High School 4-H Club Years in 4-H: 2 High School Attended: East High School Future Plans: Drake University, Music Education Favorite 4-H Memory: Doing the Pop up Shop

Kendra Fulton, Bondurant Go-Getters

Khadija Ahmed, East High School 4-H Club Years in 4-H: 3 High School Attended: East High School Future Plans: Iowa State University, Marketing and Styling Favorite 4-H Memory: Turkey bowling

Mackenzie Adkins, Polk Producers Years in 4-H: 9 High School Attended: Bondurant High School Future Plans: University of Nebraska-Omaha, Elementary Education & play softball Favorite 4-H Memory:All the fun times hanging out in the barns with my friends, having water fights, scaring people with fake spiders, and of course, showing our livestock.

Morgan Gjerde, Bondurant Go-Getters

Muhim Mohamed, East High School 4-H Club Years in 4-H: 2 High School Attended: East High School Future Plans: DMACC, Nursing Favorite 4-H Memory: End of the year potluck at Gray's Lake. Everyone brought food from their country. Canoeing and Paddle Boating on the the lake

Nicholas Littschwager, Team ASAP

Nicole Morrill, New Beginingings 4-H Club

Noel Guderjahn, Team ASAP

Olivia Ewing, Alleman Aces Years in 4-H: 8 High School Attended: North Polk High School Future Plans: DMACC, Ag-Business Favorite 4-H Memory: Participating in my 4-H club's annual farm tour!

Olivia Wattonville, Alleman Aces Years in 4-H: 8 High School Attended: Ballard High School Future Plans: Iowa State University, Animal Science/Environmental Studies/Elementary Education Favorite 4-H Memory: My lamb winning Grand Market Lamb at Polk County Fair 2016

Priyanka Koratpallikar, Team ASAP

Rebecca Osthus, Open Opportunities 4-H Club Years in 4-H: 9 High School Attended: Roosevelt High School Future Plans: Iowa State University, Dietetics and Exercise Science Favorite 4-H Memory: Creating and organizing the Clover Dash!!

Robert Bailey, Team ASAP Years in 4-H: 8 High School Attended:Johnston High School Future Plans: Iowa State University, Engineering Favorite 4-H Memory: Competing in robotics and entering the fair as a younger member.

Samuel Haines, Polk Producers

Years in 4-H: 9 High School Attended: Southeast Polk High School Future Plans: Southeast Community College - Lincoln, NE, Welding Favorite 4-H Memory: There are too many great memories to list just one - entering all the projects; photo going to the Iowa State Fair; helping with washing pigs; helping with my sister's horse; and participating in the fun games.

Savanna Lindell, Freedom Riders

Tara Huberty, Polk Producers Years in 4-H: 1 High School Attended: Southeast Polk High School Future Plans: Iowa State University, Business Management and Design Media Favorite 4-H Memory: Getting to know everyone in my club, and the memories we made.

Thomas O'Donnell, Team ASAP

Triston Walsh, Team ASAP

Victoria Purcell, Altoona Hustling Herdsmen

Winter Ringgenberg, Elkhart Rising Suns Years in 4-H: 6 High School Attended: Ballard High School Future Plans: Des Moines Area Community College, Liberal Arts, then Iowa State University Favorite 4-H Memory: Showing cattle in the ring

Thank you Seniors! We look forward to having you back as volunteers in the future!

spotlight IOWA SIMMENTAL ASSOCIATION

Emma Hay (left) and Chesney Steenhoek (Right) were recognized for winning with their Simmental cattle at the 2016 Polk County Fair. Thank you to the Iowa Sim- mental Association for recognizing these youth at the local level.

CLUB PRESENTATION

Senior 4-Her Jakob O did a great job on his final presentation for his club! Jakob taught members how to change a tire and threw in some safety as well!

Classifieds

WE NEED YOUTH RUNNERS! We are looking for YOU to help at the Polk County Fair! We’re searching for 4-H members to serve as Youth Runners on Wednesday, July 19, 2017. Runners will help keep judges hydrated, assist 4-H staff, run exhibits to booths, and help set- up when and where needed. Sign up for a shift that is opposite your judging time! Great way to get some Silver Cord Hours!

Interested youth should complete this Google form: http://goo.gl/forms/AUov75JKB97TJFSM2

IOWA STATE FAIR VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Wouldn't it be great if there was a fun, summer getaway that was also an opportunity to help others? You’re in luck! Indulge in the Iowa State Fair and volunteer in the 4-H Building this August 11-21, 2016. You can come for one day or stay for many! Volunteers will be given a free admissions ticket, meal vouchers, overnight lodging, and you get to spend time experiencing the Iowa State Fair! Volunteers will be assigned opportunities around the building and will have the chance to interact with other 4-Hers from all over Iowa and make new friends.

If you are interested or have any questions, please contact [email protected]

4-H ALUMNI DATABASE

In 2019, Polk County 4-H will turn 100 years old and in March of 2017, Polk County Extension turned 100 years old and we realized that we do not have a good database of emails for our Alumni! So, in anticipation of this big birthday we are want putting together a better email list.

Please take a minute to fill out this google form to help us put together a list of our alumni: https://goo.gl/forms/ bWT6N0vk2Lqx09aC3

If you know of alumni who are not a part of the Clover Power Mailing please send this link out to them as well!

Animal & Livestock news Cont. HORSE HEALTH PAPERS Iowa Equine will be at Prairie Rose Arena in Elkhart (11045 NE 56th Street) on July 13, 5-9 p.m., to write health papers for state and county fair. $15/horse. No need to make an appointment, just show up. Arena will be open for riding at $10/horse but there is NO OBLIGATION to ride or pay arena fee, you can just haul in for the health papers. Dr. Lisa King will also be there that night offering chiropractic services, $75/horse

IOWA STATE FAIR LIVESTOCK ENTRY

The entry system for Iowa State Fair Livestock and Horticulture is open and entries are due by July 1, 11:59 pm! If you plan to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair please do the following: 1. Go to https://iowastatefair4hlivestock.fairentry.com 2. Click sign in with 4HOnline 3. Enter your family 4HOnline Email and Password 4. Click Begin Registration. 5. You will then follow the system’s directions to complete the entry 6. After you click submit, ***New for this year*** you should have the option to pay your state fair entry fees online, but you may still choose to pay by Check or Cash. If you choose to pay by check or cash DO NOT send your entry to your county extension office. Mail all check or cash payments directly to: Iowa State Fair, 4-H Livestock Department, P.O. Box 57130, Des Moines, IA 50317 If you have any questions, please contact Marci.

Attention: leaders!

CLOVER POWER SUBMISSION DEADLINES

Email submissions for Clover Power to Megan and Marci and Cody, especially if you send on deadline day. For August, submit by 7/28/17 For September, submit by 8/28/17 For October, submit by 9/29/17 For November, submit by 10/28/17 For December, submit by 11/28/17 For January, submit by 12/27/17 For February, submit by 1/27/18 For March, submit by 2/24/18 For April, submit by 3/28/18 For May, submit by 4/26/18 For June, submit by 5/25/18 For July, submit by 6/27/18 For August, submit by 7/28/18

YOUR GIFT BASKET THEMES Below is the current list of clubs donating a basket to the Advisory Board Silent Auction. Baskets are DUE to the Silent Auction Table by close of building (after judging, before BBQ) on Wednesday, July 19.

Please enclose your basket with either basket clear wrap or put everything in a plastic tub and tape shut, etc. Also, label the basket with club name, list of basket items and value of basket. If your club is planning to do a basket and is not on the list please fill out the following form. https://goo.gl/ forms/14XdpTJW3Sq4GPmF3

FOOD & NUTRITION LABELS Leaders, parents and members--Food and Nutrition baked goods that are not selected for Iowa State Fair consideration will be sold at the bake sale during conference judging on Wednesday. Please attach an extra copy of the recipe for food items going to the bake sale. If you forget to bring an extra copy, you will be asked to indicate any possible aller- gens in your food items at the Food and Nutrition check-in table. Thanks in advance for your cooperation! SHIRTS AND THANK YOUS

When you come into the office to drop off fair entries make sure to take a look at your shirt and thank you table. We are selling old 4-H shirts for between $1-$7 and 4-H thank you card at 4 for $1.

2017 Polk County Fair

2017 POLK COUNTY FAIR DATES

Mark your calendars for July 19-24, 2017! Entries due July 3, 2017, 5 pm Poultry testing: July 1, 2017 Clothing Event: Saturday, July 15, 2017

FAIR ENTRY DEADLINE

The Polk County Extension Office is a busy, busy place this week of June 26. This is the week to come in with questions and submit paperwork to exhibit at county and state fair. We will be open 8 am-5pm on July 3, but be prepared to wait on the 3rd! Specific details are located in our fair book: http://polkcountyfairiowa.com/

The deadline to turn in Polk County Fair Entry Packets is July 3, 5:00 pm. Please note that Iowa State Fair Entries will still be due on July 1, 11:59 pm.

3RD ANNUAL CLOVER DASH 5K

Please join us for the 3rd Annual Polk County Clover Dash 5K on July 22nd, 8:30am at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. This race is in memory of former County Youth Coordinator, Joy Niklasen. All 4-Her's, Clover Kids, families and friends are invited to participate as a runner in the 5K/Clover Trot or as a volunteer. All proceeds go to Polk County 4-H youth activities. Follow your clover-paved trail for a great run with lots of amazing prizes, food and 4-H fun!

Registration for runners and volunteers is now open: polkcountycloverdash.org To guarantee a t-shirt please register by July 1 For updates, follow us on Instagram: @polkcountycloverdash And on Facebook: @polkcountycloverdash5K

50% FOR $50 The Clover Dash 5K Committee wants to challenge clubs to get involved in the 5K. If 50% of a clubs enrolled membership signs up to walk/run or to volunteer at the 5K before July 1. The committee will give your club $50. Registration for runners, walkers and volunteers is now open: polkcountycloverdash.org

2017 Polk County Fair Cont.

FAIRBOOK AND FORMS The fair book has been updated and is live at polkcountyfairiowa.com .

We have some new livestock classes please check the fairbook for full details.  Meat Goat- Production Class and Costume Class  Dairy Goat- Wethers and Costume Class to take place after the Meat Goat Show  Breeding Heifers- Breed Classes  Rabbits- New breed colors & Doe/Litter Class

WE NEED YOUTH RUNNERS!

We are looking for YOU to help at the Polk County Fair! We’re searching for 4-H members to serve as Youth Runners on Wednesday, July 19, 2017. Runners will help keep judges hydrated, assist 4-H staff, run exhibits to booths, and help set- up when and where needed. Sign up for a shift that is opposite your judging time! Great way to get some Silver Cord Hours!

Interested youth should complete this Google form: http://goo.gl/forms/AUov75JKB97TJFSM2

CLOVER KIDS AT THE FAIR

Clover Kids can enter in the Polk County Fair and take projects (you pay one entry fee but take multiple projects) on Conference Judging Day, Wednesday, July 19, 2017. Please read the Clover Kid/Open Class sections in the fair book: http://polkcountyfairiowa.com/

Projects include crafts you made throughout the year and/or an exhibit you created specifically for the fair. In previous years, Clover Kids have shown judges: lego projects, homemade jewelry, baked goods, a coloring page, etc. The judging process is a higher level show-and-tell; ALL exhibits that Clover Kids bring will be judged at one time.

The Master Gardener/Clover Kid flower pot project is another project for which Clover Kids must pay and enter by July 3. Clover Kids bring a flower pot, take it to the judge’s table, receive a dollar for it, and take it back to their club booth.

Clover Kids show animals in Open Class. Please read those sections in the fair book and connect with Marci Vinsand or the animal superintendent if you have any questions about livestock/animals.

2017 Polk County Fair Cont.

ADULT FAIR EVENTS Adults don't forget that there are events for you to compete in at the fair too!

Open class-- Open to any youth or adult Polk County resident. THere are 5 divisions-- Horticulture, Photography, Fine Arts, Textiles, & Foods. $4 entry fee needs to be paid when you drop of exhibits on July 19, 9a-12pm. Ribbons only, no premiums.

King Arthur Cupcake Contest-- Pre-entry form is required (see PCF website to download). Entries must be received in the Polk County Extension Office by 5:00 p.m. on July 14 or you may turn a form in at the Open Class Department in the 4-H Exhibit Building between 9:00 a.m. and noon on July 19.

***NEW FAIR EVENT***

New for 2017 the Hot Shots 4-H Club will be hosting a Shooting Sports Event that will be part of the County Fair.

Eligibility: 1. Each participant must be a 4-H or FFA member in good standing 2. Participants must have passed the required coursework for the discipline that they will compete in or attended a hunters safety course. Event: Registration- Due July 3, 5 pm Competition Date- July 9, Time- Check in 8:30 am 1st round 9am Location- Ankeny Izaak Walton League, 4857 NE 110th Ave, Elkhart, IA 50073 Awards- July 22, 4:30 pm Equipment: Shooting Equipment will be available for use. (Club genesis bows, shotguns, and smallbore rifles.)

Full details and rules can be found in the Shooting Sports Department Section of the Fair book at http:// polkcountyfairiowa.com/pdf/2017/Shooting-Sports-Department-Rules.pdf.

2017 Polk County Fair Cont.

COUNTY COUNCIL EVENTS

ANYTHING GOES Anything Goes is a Barnyard Olympics style event where groups will compete in a series of events to become the win- ner of Anything Goes. The event ends with tug of war. Anything Goes will take place July 20, 8 pm in the Jacobson Are- na. Entry fee is $1 per club. We recommend at least 6 kids in a group. If your club needs to combine with another that is allowed. Any enrolled Polk County 4-H or FFA members are able to compete. Prize Money is awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST County Council will hold a Pancake Breakfast on Friday, July 21, 7-9 am in the 4-H exhibit building. Pancakes, sausage, milk, coffee and juice will be served. Free will donation (suggested donation of $3).

BALE CONTEST Clubs or individuals are able to decorate 1 single standard size square bale to be judged. Decorated bales do not need to follow the fair theme. Bales need to be in place by 10 am, July 20, in the center aisle of the sheep barn. There is a $1 entry fee and you need to have a exhibit tag attached to the bale. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.

BOOTH CONTEST Every club that decorates their club booth is automatically entered in the booth decorating contest. Booths need to completed by Noon on July 19th. The 4-H building will be open to 5:30 -8 pm on July 18th for clubs to decorate their booths. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.

MOVIE NIGHT Youth 13-18 years old are invited to join us for a movie night in the 4-H building at 9pm on Saturday, July 22. Because of a donation from the American Legion we are able to offer this event at no charge. Popcorn and some other snacks will be available.

Calendar 2016-2017 September July 2017 4 Office Closed 1 Iowa State Fair Entries Due 5 4-H Program Advisory Board 7:00 pm 1 Poultry Testing 6 County Council Applications Due 3 Polk County Fair Entries Due 10 County Wide Picnic 4 Office Closed 12 New Volunteer Training 5 County Council Meeting 7:00 pm 13 County Council Interviews 9 Shooting Sports Event 8:30 am 15 Enrollment begins for 2015-2016 11 4-H Program Advisory Board 7:00 pm 20 Fair Board Meeting 7:30 pm 12 Fair Board Meeting 7:30 pm 21-24 Ak-sar-ben Stock Show 15 Clothing Event 30 New Volunteer Training 19-24 Polk County Fair 22 3rd Annual Clover Dash 5K, 8:30 am October 1-7 National 4-H Week August 2017 2 County Award Applications Due 2-4 Polk County 4-H Day Camp at the ALC 2 Clover Dash 5K Scholarship Applications Due 10-20 Iowa State Fair 2 Lifeskills Award Applications Due 11 4-H Day at the Fair 3 4-H Program Advisory Board 7:00 pm 4 National Science Day 4 County Council Meeting 7:00 pm 17 County Award Interviews 5:00-9:00 pm 18 Fair Board Meeting 7:30 pm 19 County Award Interviews 5:00-9:00 pm

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