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Monday, December 13, 2010

Election results

Congratulations to our newly elected board:
  • President- Merrie Archer
  • Vice President- Jaime Nielsen
  • Secretary- Megan Glattstein
  • Treasurer-Emilie Peavey
  • Reporter- Gina Zadrozny 
Thank you to everyone who decided to run and for coming out to vote.

Happy Holidays.


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Elections Tonight

Just a reminder that the yearly elections are tonight (Monday, December 13th).  We would like to start at 6 p.m. with all speeches and then have the elections right after the speeches.
This should be a short meeting tonight.
 
Also we will be collecting an unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots program at this meeting..
 
Next barn meeting is Sat Dec 18th from 9-10:30 a.m.
 
Happy Holidays
 
Susan and Big Jim
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Friday, December 3, 2010

Reminder: Telethon & Christmas tree sale

Just a reminder that tonight (Friday) is the telethon at 7:30 pm at Daniel Webster School.  We will bring the new Plymouth County green 4H shirts for everyone.  Please wear a red santa hat.  The club will present our donation to Community Christmas..any amount that each club member wants to donate in addition will be wonderful.  We will count the donation and present with a club check!
 
 
And the Christmas tree sale in Duxbury on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  A link to the directions is on the blog.
 
 
 


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Monday, November 29, 2010

Telethon & Christmas tree sale

  • Jimmy wanted to let the kids know we would like to meet at 7:30pm at the Daniel Webster School in Marshfield to present a donation check to Community Christmas. 
    • Please wear your 4H shirt and a Santa hat.  We think it should be about 45 minutes.
  • The Christmas tree sale in Duxbury is this Saturday, 12/4 & Sunday, 12/5 from 10-2. 
    • If you plan on helping at the Christmas tree sale, please respond to this email with the time frame you will be there.  We want to make sure we have the entire four hours covered.
    • For the bake sale, we will set it up like we did on O'Neil Farm Day.  Please bring cookies, brownies, fudge, cupcakes...anything festive that you would like to bring is greatly appreciated.  The items will be priced $0.50 for each bagged item. 
    • Wear a Santa hat and be sure to dress for outdoor conditions.
    • Directions can be found at: http://www.christmas-trees.org/plymouth_0.htm 
    • There is no barn meeting this Saturday since we will be at the Christmas tree sale
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Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Friday may be canceled

We may have to cancel Friday due to the weather forecast.

If it is going to rain the club will not be participating for the Christmas tree sale at the Fairgrounds.

Happy Thanksgiving.




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Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Re: Monthly meeting notes from 11/8

Oops.  The barn meeting is actually this Saturday, 11/20 from 9-10:30 a.m.  Sorry about that.


Please note that bake sale contributions as well as other donations (toys, coats, canned good…) are optional.  Please contribute what works for your family.  You are not required to contribute to each event.  The kids decided they wanted to support these causes.  Every little bit helps.

 

Thank you for your support.

 

Mrs. Peavey 


On Wed, Nov 17, 2010 at 3:20 PM, Farmtastic 4Hers <farmtastic4h@gmail.com> wrote:
1. The next barn meeting is Nov. 27th from 9-10:30

2. Kiwanas Christmas tree sale is Nov. 26th at the Marshfield fair grounds. From 10am-3pm  We will do a coat drive.  We are also collecting returnable cans and bottles and new toys for Kiwanas as well as canned goods or dry food product for the community Christmas.  The club will do a bake sale and a raffle for a nice blanket.

3. The telethon is Friday, December 3rd and we will be dressed in Plymouth County 4H shirts with santa hats we would like to donate up to 5 dollars per club member to give at the telethon.

4.The Duxbury Christmas tree sale is Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 4th and 5th and the club will participate with a bake sale and will pick the raffle winner on Sunday

5. No barn meeting Saturday December 4th 

6. Club elections will be held on Monday Dec. 13th at 6pm. The meeting is for elections only. Bring an unwrapped toy for a Toys for Tots donation.
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Monthly meeting notes from 11/8

1. The next barn meeting is Nov. 27th from 9-10:30

2. Kiwanas Christmas tree sale is Nov. 26th at the Marshfield fair grounds. From 10am-3pm  We will do a coat drive.  We are also collecting returnable cans and bottles and new toys for Kiwanas as well as canned goods or dry food product for the community Christmas.  The club will do a bake sale and a raffle for a nice blanket.

3. The telethon is Friday, December 3rd and we will be dressed in Plymouth County 4H shirts with santa hats we would like to donate up to 5 dollars per club member to give at the telethon.

4.The Duxbury Christmas tree sale is Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 4th and 5th and the club will participate with a bake sale and will pick the raffle winner on Sunday

5. No barn meeting Saturday December 4th 

6. Club elections will be held on Monday Dec. 13th at 6pm. The meeting is for elections only. Bring an unwrapped toy for a Toys for Tots donation.
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Sunday, November 14, 2010

Club t-shirts - Ordering on 11/19

We are in the final process of placing the new t-shirt order.  We got a great price from a local company in Plymouth for $7.50 per t-shirt.  The club voted to pay for 1/2 the cost for club members.  If any parents would like a shirt please send me an email with your size by Friday.  We are placing the order this Friday, November 19th.

Thanks,
Susan

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Friday, November 5, 2010

Meeting reminders

There is a barn meeting tomorrow morning from 8:30-10 am.

Our monthly meeting is on Monday from 6 - 7:30 pm.  We have decided to postpone elections until the December meeting as we have many new faces and want to give everyone a chance to get to know all the club members.

We have updated the email list.  If there any errors or duplications, please let us know.
 
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Wednesday, October 27, 2010

November & December important dates

November
  • November 6th - Barn meeting from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
  • November 8th - Monthly meeting  at Marshfield Fairgrounds from 6-7:30 p.m.  This is an election meeting.  If you did not receive a copy of the club officers handbook, it can be found at http://www.mass4h.org/images/stories/pdf_ppt_doc/programs/club_officers_handbook.pdf.  
  • November 20th - Barn meeting from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
  • November 26th - Kiwanas Christmas tree sale. More details to follow.
  • Will do a coat drive/ food drive and bottle and can drive for Marshfield Community Christmas.  More details to follow.

December
  • December 4th & 5th - Annual Duxbury Christmas tree and bake sale.  More details and shift signups to follow.
  • December 13th - Monthly meeting at Marshfield Fairgrounds from 6-7:30 p.m.
  • December 18th - Barn meeting from 8:30 to a.m.

As the weather starts to change, be sure to dress warmly for the outdoor barn meetings.

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Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Cancelled - Friday at Farmer's Market

Unfortunately, we have to cancel our afternoon at the Marshfield Farmer's Market.  See you on Saturday at the barn meeting.

Don't forget paperwork is due no later than Oct. 18th.

A big THANK YOU for the gift certificate!

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Sunday, October 10, 2010

Soles4Souls service project

Hi Farmtastic 4-Her's,

 

Cat and I would like to have Farmtastic 4-Her's get involved in a great service project. It is an organization called Soles4Souls, and it collects new and gently used shoes for children and adults that do not have any.


If you have any shoes you can donate please bring them to the meeting tomorrow night or the next barn meeting. We will box them and ship them to Soles4Souls. To find out more about this great  organization check out the website www.soles4souls.org

 

Thanks! Let us know if you have any questions!

Meg and Cat 


Saturday, October 9, 2010

October dates

  • Monthly meeting - Monday, Oct. 11th from 6 - 7:30 p.m.
  • Barn meeting - Saturday, Oct. 16th from 8:30 - 10 a.m.
  • Enrollment paperwork - Due no later than Oct. 18th

Be sure to bring your completed enrollment paperwork and check.  All paperwork and payments must be turned in by Oct. 18th, the club will not accept late enrollments.  If you can't make the meeting, you can mail the paperwork and check to: Susan Peavey, 252 Tea Rock Lane, Marshfield, MA  02050

Just wanted to thank everyone for helping out with the Farmers Market in Marshfield, O'Neil Farm Day and Audubon Day in Marshfield! If any one has a copy of the article from the Duxbury Clipper please bring it to the meeting on Monday.  Also if there are any pictures from any of the fairs that any one has please bring those too.  If we submit to newspaper article/photograph to 4H our club will earn money.

We have updated our email list.  If you no longer wish to receive these emails, please reply to this email and let us know.

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Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Barn meeting cancelled

This Saturday's barn meeting (October 2nd) has been cancelled. 

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Thursday, September 23, 2010

Thanks from Pat Loring

Below is an email we received from Pat Loring.

Hi Susan,

Your 4-H Club members were terrific on Saturday and they obviously impressed the Clipper editor with their knowledge. Please extend our thanks to all the kids who were at the farm for Farm Day. As always, they were a highlight of the day with their dairy knowledge and farm skills. Also, the location of your tables near the barn, was perfect. In fact, next year I plan to spread out all the tables, so we're not all clustered under the trees. Thanks very much for adding so much to Farm Day and for organizing your kids. Everyone thought the day was a huge success.

 Pat Loring



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Saturday, September 18, 2010

Beach Cleanup - Saturday, Oct. 2nd

The Plymouth Harbor cleanup, part of the annual international coastal cleanup is planned for Saturday, October 2.  The East Middleboro Nature's Navigators are taking the lead role, and invite all area clubs and other volunteers to help out.  We are responsible for the area from Plymouth Rock to the end of the jetty along with Nelson Beach.  We need lots of volunteers to cover this extensive area.
 
We will meet at 10 AM at either of two locations: near the restrooms at the Mayflower and the parking lot at Nelson Beach. After check-in, teams are expected to collect trash for about one hour.  Data sheets will be turned in and trash bags will be weighed at locations near where the teams are working. 
 
Charlie Chace


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Thursday, September 9, 2010

Historic O’Neil Farm Day, Sept. 18th – 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Volunteers are needed for this year's annual farm day.  If you are able to attend, please email us which shift you would like to sign up for.  If you have already signed up for shifts with Sue Schortman, please email us the times so we can have one complete schedule.  The schedule will be updated nightly and posted on the blog.  Parents are welcome to stay.

 

Everyone must wear a 4H shirt.

 

Available Shifts:

 

·        9 – 12:30

·        11:00 – 2:30

·        12 – 3:30

 

We would like to have a bake sale table.  We would appreciate it if each 4Her could contribute by bringing a baked good.  We are thinking individual bagged items (one large or a few regular size): cookies, brownies, candy pops, etc. that will be priced for $0.50.

 

It should be a fun day and we looking forward to it.

 

Information about the day can be found at: http://historiconeilfarm.org/news.html

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Corn Festival ~ Saturday

Sept 11th – Corn Festival, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., South Shore Natural Science Center, Norwell, http://www.ssnsc.org/corn_festival.htm
 
We would love to have you come, any amount of time is appreciated.  Mrs. Peavey may have some extra room in her car to take a few kids.  Please contact her if you need a ride.  Her direct email address is  susan@susanpeaveytravel.com or you can reply to this email. 
 
You must wear your 4H shirt. 


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Wednesday, September 8, 2010

September 4H newsletter

Hello All,

Attached is the Plymouth County 4-H Newsletter for September. Please share this with your 4-H club members and parents. Also a reminder to check the Massachusetts 4-H website for upcoming program information http://www.mass4h.org/ and the Plymouth County 4-H Blog at http://4hclover.wordpress.com/

Thanks,

Molly Vollmer



Newsletter 0910

Thursday, September 2, 2010

4-H Horse Bowl


Hello 4-H Horse Leaders,
 
Due to my Maternity leave this fall, the Plymouth County 4-H Horse Bowl and Hippology Contest will be held in late winter/early spring.  Please remember to practice this fall with your clubs!
 
Resources and practice test can be found on the Mass 4-H website at http://www.mass4h.org/index.php/programs/animal-science/horses
 
Thanks,
 
Molly Vollmer

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Wednesday, September 1, 2010

September & October dates

* Please come and join us for these events. There will bring a few cows, goats, etc. for the kids to care for and educate the public. Be sure to wear your Plymouth County 4H t-shirt. No need to sign up in advance, come if you can and stay as long as you can.



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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

East Middleboro 4-H Fair update

Hello All,
 
Due to the predicted possible hurricane for Friday and the threat of Eastern Equine Encephalitis from mosquitoes, the East Middleboro 4-H Fair will be open Saturday from 9 AM- 7PM and Sunday as scheduled.  Friday's activities have been canceled. The Middleboro Health Department has advised "all outside activities at dawn and dusk be canceled or rescheduled" due to EEE. 
 
The annual 4-H Auction for Friday and Saturday night will be postponed to Friday, October 8th and Saturday, October 9th. 
 
Saturday's activities will feature 4-H livestock and animals shows, static exhibits, exhibit tents and the Country Kitchen serving breakfast until 12.
 
Any questions, please call Plymouth County Extension at 781-293-3541.
 
Thanks,
 
Molly Vollmer
Extension Educator
Plymouth County Extension
266 High Street
Hanson, MA 02341
P: 781-293-3541
F: 781-293-3916
mvollmer@umext.umass.edu
 
 


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Saturday, August 28, 2010

4H Award Ceremony

Tomorrow is the final day of the fair and the 4H award ceremony will be at 4 p.m. All 4H'ers need to be in show clothes: white shirt, tan pants, dark shoes and a belt.

It has been a great week and we are looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow! A big thank you to all the kids and parents who have helped out all week!

Thanks again!

Susan


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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

2010 MA 4-H Peter Stone Model Horse Contest

Hello County Educators and State 4-H Horse Advisory,

The Peter Stone model horse contest is once again being offered by the Massachusetts 4-H Horse Program. This contest recognizes the ideal 4-H horse. 4-Hers interested in nominating thier horse for this contest should fill out the registration form, complete the requirements on the form and mail it in by September 10, 2010.

The winner will have their horse made into a Peter Stone model horse.  The nomination form will also be available on the Massachusetts 4-H website under the forms section at 

http://mass4h.org/index.php/programs/animal-science/horses after August 23rd.

Please pass this information along to all of your horse project members.

Channon Ames

MA 4-H Equine Science Coordinator


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4H Auction on Friday, August 27th

Hello 4-H volunteers and members,
 
Please help spread the word and come support Plymouth County 4-H at the 4-H Auction during the Marshfield Fair on Friday, August 27th at 7 PM.  All proceeds from the 4-H Auction will support Plymouth County 4-H Programs at the Marshfield Fair and county wide.  Attached is a flyer with more info about the 4-H Auction.
 
Viewing of items and numbers will be given out starting at 5 PM.  Live Auction will start at 7 PM in the 4-H Show Ring.  There are some great items that will be available including tickets for concerts, sporting events and much more.  The Marshfield Fair is the largest fundraiser for the Plymouth County 4-H Program.  Please help us make this a successful event by spreading the word about the 4-H Auction.
 
Any questions, please contact me or the Plymouth County Extension Office.
 
Thanks,
 
Molly Vollmer
Extension Educator
Plymouth County Extension
266 High Street
Hanson, MA 02341
P: 781-293-3541
F: 781-293-3916
mvollmer@umext.umass.edu


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Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Fair Update

Fair Update

 

  • The cows are healthy but it is in the best interest of the cows that they stay put at the farm.  Therefore, the cows will not be going to the Marshfield Fair this year.

  • Help is still needed tomorrow (August 19th) at the fairgrounds starting at 4 p.m.

  • There is still a mandatory safety meeting at 7 p.m. at the fairgrounds tomorrow night (August 19th) as planned.

  • Kids are encouraged to be at the fairgrounds for their shifts as well as sign up for demonstrations.

  • If you have any questions, please email us.

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Sunday, August 15, 2010

Updated Fair Shift Schedule

Last Updated August 16, 2010 at 3:11 p.m.

2010 4H Signup Schedule 816 311p

Thursday, August 12, 2010

Boot cleaning info - Important

Jeff Chandler has asked that all the kids scrub their shoes that they wear at the barns, either at Oneils or Sue Schortmans.  You may also want to spray the bottom with a bleach/water solution to help kill germs.  He said to bring clean boots in a bag and put them on at cleanup day!  There will be a solution to clean the boots off before leaving.  Bagging and cleaning boots should also be done from now on when going to the farms.
 
If you have any questions, please email us.
 
Thanks,
 
Susan, Big Jim and Courtney
 

Monday, August 9, 2010

Fair Clean Up Day - August 14th

This Saturday, August 14th is Fair Clean Up Day at the Marshfield Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Then from 12 - 12:30 p.m. is a mandatory fair safety meeting.
 
If you haven't signed up for your shifts yet, an updated list will be available on Saturday.  Or feel free to check the blog and email us the shifts you would like to sign up for.  The blog has been updated and everyone should be able to view the schedule now.  Sorry if you were not able to view it earlier.
 
Sorry but there will not be a pool party.  We forgot that Jim and I have a fair meeting on Wednesday night.
 

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Sunday, August 8, 2010

Tomorrow's meeting is cancelled

Tomorrow’s meeting will be cancelled there are some sick cows at the barn and health reasons we feel that we should not be at the barn! We will try to have a pool party at Peavey's house either Tues or wed night! Watch for another email soon when we have an update! If you have any questions plz give Jim, Courtney or myself a call please do not bother Mr. O’Neil at the farm!

Saturday, August 7, 2010

Updated Fair Schedule

Below is the most up to date fair sign up schedule.

2010 4H Signup Schedule

Thursday, August 5, 2010

Marshfield Fair shift schedule/info for 4H kids and parents

This year's shifts are listed below.  We would like each 4Her to do one of each shift for a total of four shifts.  There is an overlap of 15 minutes between shifts.  During the overlap each group will meet with the next group arriving so they can go over what went on during the shift.  You will need to sign out with the parent on duty before you leave.

 

  • Shift 1 ~  8:00a-11:30a   Breakfast shift
  • Shift 2 ~ 11:15a-2:00p    Lunch shift
  • Shift 3 ~ 1:45p-5:00p      Snack shift
  • Shift 4 ~ 4:45p-10:00p    Dinner shift

We would like to have 4 kids and 2 parents per shift.  Sign ups will start at Saturday's barn meeting.  A sample schedule is attached.  Please look at the fair schedule in advance so you do not sign up for a shift during your show or achievements.  Also be sure to check with your parents to make sure you can get to the shift or don't have another conflict. 

 

If you are unable to attend Saturday's barn meeting, you can email your requested shifts by replying to this email.  These requests will be filled in after Saturday's meeting.

 

If you sign up for a shift and can not make it, you should try to cover the shift and let Courtney, Jim or Susan know who the replacement is.  If you can not find a replacement we still need to know that you will not be there.

 

The schedule will be posted on the blog.  Also it will be available at the fair once it is completed.

 

Below are some of the show dates.  However, there may be additional times and dates depending on what you have signed up for.  Please check the fair handbook or website at http://www.marshfieldfair.org/book.htm.

 

  • Dairy show Aug 22 12p
  • Sheep show Aug 20 12p
  • Beef show Aug 28 3p
  • Goat show Aug 24 12p and 2p
  • Camelids show Aug 23 3p
  • Quiz bowl Aug 29 10a
  • 4H day Aug 26th
Thanks for all your hard work.
 
Susan, Big Jim and Courtney


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Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Upcoming important dates & reminders

1. Saturday, August 7th ~ Barn meeting from 8:30-10 a.m.  We will be doing a clipping clinic and going over fair schedule.
 
2. Monday, August 9th ~ Monthly meeting will be held at Oneil Farm from 5:30-7 p.m...
 
3. Saturday August 14th ~ Marshfield Fair Clean Up Day from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the fairgrounds.  Followed by pizza and safety meeting from 12-12:30 p.m.
 
4. Thursday, August 19th ~ All animals will be arriving at the fairgrounds after 4 p.m. then there will be a fair safety meeting around 7:30 p.m. for all attending the fair.
 
5. Friday, August 20th ~ Marshfield Fair opening day.  All attending should be at fairgrounds by 7:30 a.m. on opening day!
 
6. A current list of items suggested for the fair is on the blog!
 
7. Posters must be submitted on August 21st from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the 4H dining area.  Must be on a subject related to the class entered, done on 14" x 22" exhibit board (1/2 piece of poster board).  Poultry posters must be in landscape format.
 
8. Project records must be submitted on August 21st from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the 4H dining area. 

We are still am looking for the results from the shows at Barnstable and also pictures for the blog.
We would appreciate it if the Barnstable and Westport fair books and first aid kits are brought to the meeting on Saturday.  We would like to restock the first aid kit and have the Marshfield Fair book completed.
 
Thank you,
 
Susan, Courtney and Big Jim


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Friday, July 23, 2010

Some reminders


1. Congrats to everyone that atteneded Westport and Barnstable fairs..If any one has pictures I would love to post on the blog!
 
2. Red Sox game is August 3rd  there are still 13 tickets available  $60.00 per person sec 30 rows 14-16
 
3.Looking for help to wash Daphne and Joy. Daphne has a fungus and needs to have a medical wash done and the vet has suggested that since Joy is in the same stall that she is washed too! try to keep everything seperate when washing as the brushes should be cleaned after her washing..
 
4. Marshfield Fair is less than one month away and everyone should really start working with their cows.
 
5. The next barn meeting is Aug 7th, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
 
6. Check out the list of items that you can purchase on the blog for the fair..
 
Thanks,   
 
 
Susan , Big Jim and Courtney
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Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Suggested fair supply list

Attached is a list of suggested items to show in the fair. 


Farm Supply List

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Thursday, July 1, 2010

July dates & newsletter

Saturday, July 3rd  – 8:30 – 11:00 a.m. at barn

Monday, July 12th – 8:30 – 10:00 a.m. at barn

Monday, July 12th – Marshfield Fair entries due

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July Newsletter

Below is the Plymouth County Extension 4-H Newsletter for July 2010.

A reminder that entries for Marshfield Fair are due Monday, July 12th. For more information please see www.marshfieldfair.org.

Also the Massachusetts 4-H Summer Newsletter is available online at http://www.mass4h.org/index.php/news-events/newsletters.


4H Newsletter 0710

Meeting Update for July 3rd

Hello 4H'ers
just a follow up on from my last email with the weather forecast for the 4th we felt in the best interest of the club members and animals it is going to be too hot to participate.

Thank you for responding so quickly we really appreciate the responses.

For the barn meeting we would like to try and give the cows/calfs a good bath so maybe stay till 11a? plz bring your brushes and buckets and if you have the shampoo that is great too!

For those of you that will not be available this weekend and we know it is a busy one have a safe fun 4th of July..our next monthly meeting on July 12th will be held at the barn from 830-1030a as many will be preparing for the Westport and Barnstable fairs. so the night meeting will not be held. I will have the Westport and Barnstable books ready. I will need a parent that will be in charge of the book. Also would like to have the schedule of the 4H'ers for each fair and parents so we can put them in the books.
Also if a quarie still needs to be completed plz call Molly! wow this is coming fast and should be exciting...

Also if anyone is still interested in the Red Sox game Aug 3rd I do have about 20 tickets left they are 60.00 per ticket..


Happy 4th....

Thanks


Susan , Big Jim and Courtney..

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Saturday barn meeting ~ Decorate Parade Float

This Saturdy's (July 3rd) barn meeting will be to decorate our float for the Duxbury parade.  We are going to have a 4H theme.  We are asking families to donate any red, white and blue items they may have (buntings, streamers, etc).  The meeting will be from 8:30 to 10 a.m. but may go past 10 if we are almost done decorating. 
 
We will also meet on Sunday morning but don't know the time/location yet.  We want to wait and see how far we get on Saturday morning.  Please check your email Saturday afternoon for the details.  Kids walking in the parade should wear their 4H shirts. 
Thank you for your support.
 
Big Jim, Susan & Courtney

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Friday, June 18, 2010

Barn meetings - 6/19 & 6/25

A friendly reminder that there is a barn meeting on Saturday, June 19th at 8:30 a.m.
 
Also the barn meeting with the vet at Oneil Farm is Friday, June 25th at 9 a.m.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Reminder: Meeting on June 14th

This Monday, June 14th is a mandatory meeting for each 4Her and their parent.  This meeting will be held at the Marshfield Fairgrounds from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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2010 State 4H Horse show and Big E applications

Please find attached the 2010 State 4-H Horse Show and Eastern States applications. Also attached is a letter explaining the procedures and selection process for each of these shows. 

You must apply to the County 4-H office to participate in these shows. The application form is attached and is due back to the Plymouth County Extension Office by July 16th.

Please contact Molly Vollmer if you have any questions about these 4-H Horse Shows or would like more information.

 


10 Application

10BigE Health Form

10bigehorsepacket
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Saturday, June 5, 2010

Barn meeting cancelled today

Barn meeting cancelled due to the weather.  We will try to reschedule.

Friday, June 4, 2010

June 2010 Plymouth County 4H Newsletter

Attached is the Plymouth County Extension 4-H Newsletter for June 2010.  Please make sure to read it carefully as there are some important dates and events listed in this newsletter. Newsletter 0610
 
Also please make sure to check out the Marshfield Fair Exhibit Book which is now online at www.marshfieldfair.org
 
Please let me know if you have any questions or comments regarding this 4-H newsletter.
 
Thanks,
 
Molly Vollmer
Extension Educator
Plymouth County Extension
266 High Street, PO Box 658
Hanson, MA 02341
P: 781-293-3541
F: 781-293-3916


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2010 4H Mass Dairy Show

Dairy Cattle Project Youth and Leaders:
 
The 2010 MA 4-H Dairy Show Booklet is now on-line at http://www.mass4h.org/index.php/programs/animal-science/beef-dairy on the MA 4-H website. The entries are due July 15th, so please start reviewing the booklet as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please do hesitate to contact me at ccsears@umext.umass.edu  NEW for this year will be a a herdsmanship contest that will be sent under separate email - pending approval plus a selection rubric is being discussed. A youth must participate in the MA 4-H Dairy Show in order to be eligible to attend the 2010 New England 4-H Dairy Show in September.Dairy Show Booklet MA State 4-H 2010
 
Thank you, Carrie
 
 
 
 
Carrie Chickering-Sears
Director of Community Education in Animal Agriculture
UMass Extension
111 North Maple Street
Hadley, MA 01035
phone 413-549-3257


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Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Upcoming June/July dates

1. Barn Meeting June 5 830-10a
 
2. Mandatory parent and 4H member monthly meeting June 14 6-730p
 
3. June 25 the vet will be at Oneil Barn for ear tagging and shots we are asking that each club member try to be there around 9a so they can hold their cow for the vet. this will probably last about 2hrs and is the barn meeting instead of June 26th. Also need to work on July 4th float.. 
 
4. July 3rd barn meeting work on float
 
5. July 4th Duxbury Parade.....
 
Please make sure you put these dates on your calenders so you can be available.
 
Once again these meetings are very important and we are asking that everyone please try to make them.
 
 
Thanks, 
 
Susan, Courtney and Big Jim


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Thursday, May 20, 2010

FW: 4-H SET Camp- Deadline

Hi Farmtastic 4-Hers,

Please see the information below about a great summer camp.

 

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4-H Leaders,

The deadline is fast approching for the Massachusetts 4-H Summer of Science Camp (SET Camp).  This program will be held June 27-29 at UMass Amherest.  Highlights of the camp include a tour of the UMass Hadley Farm with various livestock animals, learning how to make and launch bottle rockets, a visit to the UMass Cold Spring Orchard to learn about apples trees and production as well as visits to UMass Labs to look at bees under microscopes and much more!

The cost of the camp is $150, scholarships are available, please contact me for more information.  Fee also includes a Mass 4-H Camp t-shirt and all other expenses are covered in this fee.  4-H'ers must be between the ages of 12-16 to participate as this is an overnight camp

Registrations must be in by tomorrow, MAY 21, please email me asap if you are interested, there is a possibilty to extend the registration period.  The brochure is attached with more detailed information.  Again please email me directly if you are interested or planning on attending so I can get a number for all of Plymouth County.

This camp is a great opportunity to explore new areas of science and experience the UMass campus and get a taste of the college experience. 

Please forward this on to your members who might be interested.

Thanks,

Molly Vollmer

Extension Educator

Plymouth County Extension

266 High Street, PO Box 658

Hanson, MA 02341

P: 781-293-3541

F: 781-293-3916

 

 

 




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Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Important time change and Upcoming dates

1. Sunday, May 23rd - Alpaca/Sheep shearing time changeEvent will be from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
 
2. Saturday, June 5th - Next Barn meeting 8:30 to 10:00 a.m.
 
3. Monday June 14th - Next meeting at Fairgrounds 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. This is a Mandatory parent and 4H member meeting.  Molly Vollmer will be there to discuss the upcoming fairs with all the club members and parents. 
 
4. Sunday, July 4th - Duxbury Parade for 4th of July.  The club will have a float again this year. There will be some dates to work on the float posted later.
 
5. Thank you for those who have filled out the fair form.  For those who have not completed the form please still complete it and forward it over to Mrs. Peavey ASAP.  The form can be found on the blog.
 
6. Just a friendly reminder that all club members need to start working with their cows at O'Neil Farm as that is the farm they will earn their hours at. All other cows at different barns do not count toward their barn hours.
 
7. A supply list for the shows will be put together for the next meeting at the Fairgrounds.
 

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Tuesday, May 11, 2010

2010 Fair Schedule form due May 17th

We would like to accommodate as many members and their cows to each fair requested.  In order to do so, we need the attached form with all information no later than Monday, May 17th.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Peavey.

Fax form to: 781-319-1962

Scan & email form to: travel@susanpeaveytravel.com

Mail form to: Susan B. Peavey, 252 Tea Rock Lane, Marshfield, MA  02050



Fair Schedule

Sunday, May 9, 2010

May dates & reminders

May Dates & Deadlines
  • May 10 - Monthly meeting 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the fairgrounds.
  • May 14 - 4H walk 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. (Form attached)
  • May 15 - Clipping at Pellitier barn in Swansea. We will depart at 7:30 a.m. from fairgrounds. We will be home around 6:00 p.m. Please let us know by Tuesday if you will attending this event so we can coordinate transportation.
  • May 23 - Sheep and Alpaca shearing at Peavey's house 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. If anyone has any animals that need to be shorn, please let Mrs. Peavey know and we can add them to the list.
  • May 31 - Last day to get Red Sox tickets.
  • June 1 - Paperwork is now available online for Marshfield Fair at http://www.marshfieldfair.org/. Please print out and bring your completed paperwork to the next monthly or barn meeting. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.


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Other Notes

The Plymouth County 4-H May 2010 Newsletter is attached.

Also attached is the Plymouth County 4-H Walk information. The 4-H Walk will be held on Friday, May 14th. This is a free event for 4-H'ers and their families. Please RSVP to the Plymouth County Extension Office by Friday May 7th to make sure you are included in the Picnic Dinner.

The 2010 Marshfield Fair Exhibitor Handbook is now available online at
http://www.marshfieldfair.org/. Please make sure to read about the Marshfield Fair in this 4-H newsletter as there are some changes and new 4-H shows this year.


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Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Lease papers, barn meeting and Red Sox tickets

  • Lease papers are due no later than Saturday, May 1st.  The forms are on the blog or will be available at the barn meeting.
  • Barn meeting on Saturday, May 1st from 8:30 to 10
  • Red Sox tickets can still be purchased.  See Mrs. Peavey to purchase yours