4-H Science-sational Day - Air & Space:
Registration due Thursday, November 20
November 12, 2025
Saturday, December 13 | 9:30 AM–2:30 PM | 4-H Center
Parents - need time to prepare for the holidays? Drop your child off at 4-H Science-sational Day for a day of hands-on science fun.
Youth in grades K–6 will explore air & space-themed workshops led by passionate presenters - plus enjoy the “Fizz Bang BOOM” larger-than-life science show with Conrad Cologne!
While your child dives into discovery, you’ll have a few hours to tackle errands, wrap gifts, or simply enjoy a quiet moment!
$25 for 4-H members | $35 for non-members. Financial assistance is available - application required.
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Sock Drive - November 12 through December 10
Collecting NEW socks of all sizes!
Collection box is in the center lobby at the Ted Blum 4-H Center at 310 Milltown Rd from November 12- December 10. Donations will be made by the New Centre Dairy 4-H club to the Somerset County Food Bank.
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4-H Gives Thanks: Sunday, November 16
Ted Blum 4-H Center, 9am-11am
We invite you to join us at our new 4-H Gives Thanks event on Sunday, November 16th from 9-11am. 4-H clubs will be hosting interactive tables to make quick hands-on, make-and-give community service activities. Each completed project will be donated to a local organization chosen by the club.
Bring your family and friends to share gratitude and service with us this fall!
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Somerset County 4-H Gingerbread Contest: Drop Off Saturday, December 6
When: December 6 & 7, 2025 In conjunction with the Holiday Craft Festival
Drop Off: Saturday, December 6, 8am-10am
Entry form must be completed upon drop off!
Where: Ted Blum 4-H Center310 Milltown Rd. Bridgewater, NJ
Judging: Judging will take place December 6 after closing. Viewer’s Choice will be tallied and posted along with all categories December 7.
No Entry Fee: All participants please bring a canned vegetable to be donated to the community holiday dinner.
Entry form and more info available at the link below:
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Holiday Craft Festival: Saturday, Sunday December 6, 7
10am - 3pm
Ted Blum 4-H Center
310 Milltown Rd., Bridgewater, NJ
Handmade Crafts & Local Artisans
Refreshments • Pictures with Santa
Running Train Display • Gingerbread Contest
FREE ADMISSION!
For more info, please click below:
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4-H Alumni Agriculture Career Night: Register by Monday, December 15
December 16 | 6–8 PM
Join us for an exciting evening exploring careers in agriculture with inspiring 4-H alumni as guest speakers!
Held at the Somerset County 4-H Center or join via Zoom
Hear from professionals in ag science, research, and the USDA about their career journeys and advice for future leaders in agriculture.
Guest Speakers:
Sarah Lally – USDA Farm Service Agency, Agricultural Program Specialist
Sylvia Calabrese – Program Analyst, Farm Service Agency
Dr. Alanna Homan – Dairy Cattle Research Scientist
Cait O’Sullivan – Student, SUNY Cobleskill
Open to youth in grades 7th–13th
FREE event!
Register by December 15th!
Questions Call (908) 526-6644
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Herdsmen
Interested in becoming a Herdsman at the upcoming 4-H Fair?
What is a herdsman you ask?
A youth Herdsman is a 4-H member representing ALL 4-H project areas who sleeps overnight in Fair tents to make sure ALL projects and equipment are safe and secure overnight. They also help to make everything clean and neat for the next day.
HERDSMAN REQUIREMENTS:
- 4-H’ers who have completed 8th grade and older
- People of good character who pledge to uphold the six pillars of character: Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring and Citizenship.
- 4-H’ers who have attended at least 70% of their club meetings and done a club, county, or state presentation.
If you think you have what it takes to be a herdsman, and would be interested in becoming one – be on the lookout after January for the application on the Fair page of the website.
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Did You Know….
The 4-H Volunteer Ventures Podcast explores the 4-H volunteer experience with tips, insights, and real stories that are helpful for leaders and parents/guardians. This week, hear from one of our own Somerset County 4-H staff!
Spotify Link: 4-H Volunteer Ventures • A podcast on Spotify for Creators
Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/people/4-H-Volunteer-Ventures/61558574791500
To learn more about Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County, as well as 4-H Youth Development, visit us online at this link. Our address is Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County / 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 / 908-526-6644.
Cooperating Agencies: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Boards of County Commissioners. Rutgers Cooperative Extension, a unit of the Rutgers New Jersey Agriculture Experiment Station, is an equal opportunity program provider and employer.
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