This interview was recorded at the Henderson County Courthouse on Tuesday, Aug. 9, with AgriLife Extension Agent Angela Hemphill and Michael V. Hannigan.
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The new year for 4-H officially gets underway on Sept. 1, but AgriLife Extension Agent Angela Hemphill says there is an important date to remember before that, plus there's a big Open House coming up.
If you have any questions about 4-H, contact Angela Hemphill at 903-675-6130 or email achemphill@ag.tamu.edu.
I. Open House (:59)
Summary: Henderson County 4-H will host an Open House during Food Truck Friday on Sept. 9. The event is from 6-7:30 p.m. at the TVCC parking lot in Athens. This will be a chance to meet and talk to current 4-H members and leaders and learn about 4-H. You will also have the chance to sign up for 4-H at that time.
Quote: "You can learn about the different projects that we have and our council officers will be doing different games and activities with the kids," Mrs. Hemphill said. "So it will be a great family event already with all the food trucks and things there to do, and we'll just add a little something to it."
Remember: 4-H is open to students from 3rd through 12th grade. Students K through 2nd grade can be a member of Clover Kids.
II. Livestock Judging Project Meetings (3:40)
Summary: There will be an orientation meeting for anyone wishing to be a part of the Livestock Judging Project at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 11, at the Senior Citizens Center at the Fairgrounds. There will be another opportunity to attend an orientation meeting for this project at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 7, also at the Senior Citizens Center.
Quote: "We have to have a quick turnaround on this so we can practice for upcoming events," said Mrs. Hemphill.
Remember: You cannot be a part of the Livestock Judging Project without the student and parent attending one of these orientation meetings.
II. County 4-H Clubs (6:05)
Summary: There are 11 4-H clubs throughout Henderson County so there is always a place to plug in.
Quote: "And if there's not one close to you, we can get one started if you're willing to step up and help with that," said Mrs. Hemphill.
Remember: Henderson County 4-H is always looking for volunteers to help with the program.
