With summer days winding down and school right around the corner, it is more important than ever to get children excited about learning. Make the transition a little easier and a lot more fun by attending 4-H Evening in the Garden from 4 to 7 p.m. on Aug. 20.
This free event will feature numerous hands-on activities for children such as the science of bubbles, and activities in 4-H project areas such as science and robotics, gardening, small animals and livestock, entomology and performing arts. There will also be a book giveaway.
“It is the perfect way to enjoy the Michigan 4-H Children’s Garden and explore hands-on activities,” said MSU Extension program leader Sheila Smith. “The 4-H Evening in the Garden event is also a great opportunity for children and their parents to learn about 4-H and how to become involved.”
A program of MSU Extension, 4-H provides more than 200,000 youth with exciting learning opportunities that also help them develop critical life skills. Those who attend Evening in the Garden will be able to meet 4-H members, volunteers and staff members and learn what kinds of 4-H programs are available in their area. Young people between the ages of 5 and 19 are encouraged to join 4-H, and adults of any age are welcome to become 4-H volunteers.
4-H Evening in the Garden will be held at the Michigan 4-H Children's Garden at MSU. Complimentary parking will be available in the 4-H garden lot and across the street in the Vet Clinic lot.
For more information on Michigan 4-H Youth Development, visit http://www.4h.msue.msu.edu. Register for the event at http://4hgarden.cowplex.com/Calendar/.