District Friendsgiving

 

  

Welcome to this first time event organized by the Southeast District Officers.   This first time event will be held in Wayne County! Join us at N.C. Cooperative Extension - Wayne County Center on November 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM (Eastern Time) for a day of fun, food, and friendship. This is open to our 14-18 year old 4-H members. Let's celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving together with exciting activities and delicious treats. There is a $35 charge per person to cover lunch and supplies needed. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow 4-H members and create lasting memories. You can register under programs on the app or by clicking this Eventbrite link.

Family Holiday Crafting 4-H SPIN Club

 

    Registration is now open for the Family Holiday Crafting 4-H SPIN Club.  Join us at N.C. Cooperative Extension - Robeson County Center on November 6, 13, and 20th 2025 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Time) for a fun-filled evening of holiday crafting with your family. Let's get creative and make some festive decorations together! No experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm and holiday spirit.

Schedule of crafts (subject to change due to availability)

November 6-Button Trees

November 13-Seasonal Soap Bars

November 20-Popcorn gifting at the next level

Due to decreases in funding opportunities we will be charging $12 per person for this event which will cover all supplies that you will need for all three meetings. Don't miss out on this opportunity to bond with your loved ones and create lasting memories. You can register in the app under clubs or by clicking this Eventbrite link.  Registration is open to the first 30 participants so register today! 

Volunteers-A word from the State

 

NC 4-H Volunteers should have recieved an email from Daniel Collins with the state 4-H Office.  In it is a link to an informational letter about Volunteer opportunities and dates coming up.  If you did not see this please click on this link to read that information.  

Just a few things you might want to know...

-November 10th there will be a Zoom Overview of the 2025 NC 4-H VLA Recognition Opportunities. This session will be recorded if you cannot attend. This is open to county 4-H staff, NC 4-H Volunteers, and others who may be interested in nominating a volunteer, donor, or extension professional for a VLA-sponsored award.

-State Officer nominations are due November 21 to the state office.  Which means we need them in our office by November 19th to get them to state.  Our district is responsible for the VP Posititon this year.

-NC 4-H VLA Conference is January 30-February 1 this year held at the Greensboro High Point Marriott.  If you would like to teach a session proposals are due by December 5, at noon.  It is an online process.  Our district responsibility will be the country store and auction.

SE District Fall Day

    It's that time of year for our volunteers to get together and enjoy Fall.  The Southeast District 4-H Fall Day will take place November 1, from 10 am-2 pm at the Lenoir County Extension office in Kinston.  On the agenda this year is First Aid, 4-H Club Safety, and Youth Safety.  There will also be a district meeting to elect officers.  Registration for the meeting, which includes lunch is $25.  To register please go to our app or disrctly to the Eventbrite link.

Family Opportunity

 

Please see the message below from Wonderworks at Myrtle Beach....

Hi Neighbors!

We’ve got something special just for our local families! On Sunday, October 12th, residents of North Carolina and South Carolina are invited to enjoy Family Fun Day at WonderWorks for only $15 + tax per person.

Bring the whole crew out for a day filled with hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and plenty of fall fun—the perfect way to make lasting memories close to home.

 Simply show your NC or SC ID at the admissions counter to take advantage of this exclusive locals-only deal. Not available online.

Don’t keep it a secret—spread the word to friends and neighbors so everyone can join the fun!

We can’t wait to welcome you!

Aquaculture Workshop

 

NC 4-H Outbound Program for 2026

Announcing: 4-H Outbound Exchange Programs for 2026!

Email Caitlin Clineff for more information on how to apply to be a chaperone at nc4-hinternationalprogram@ncsu.edu

Applications are officially open! Next summer, NC 4-Hers will have the opportunity to travel abroad and experience new cultures and languages in 5 different countries through our partnership with the States’ 4-H International Exchange Programs. Apply by November 1 to start your life-changing journey!

-We will be hosting a meeting for interested youth and parents on Zoom October 7 from 6:30-8:00 PM. Learn program details and hear from participants who went abroad through these programs last year! Register here for the zoom session: https://ncsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Aas5wRIYScu3--wm1iAXtA

-Adults 21+ with 4-H volunteer experience or Cooperative Extension staff members may be eligible to participate as chaperones! Email Caitlin Clineff for more information on how to apply to be a chaperone at nc4-hinternationalprogram@ncsu.edu.

-More information and costs for all of the trips can be found on our webpage: https://nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/youth-3/nc-4-h-international-exchange-program/

-Please note that age is counted as of the date of departure.

Taiwan - July 8 to Aug 7

*Ages 12-18

*Homestay with 1-2 Taiwanese 4-H families 

*Urban exploration in Taipei 

*Host sibling of same age not guaranteed

Argentina - July 11 to Aug 3

*Ages 15-18

*Homestay with an Argentina 4-H family in Córdoba 

*Includes some structured group activities, Spanish lessons, and 4-H events

*Argentina 4-H has two focuses, soccer and orchestra, so it’s recommended that applicants are interested in one of these areas

*Host sibling of same age not guaranteed

South Korea - July 15 to Aug 14

*Ages 12-18

*Homestay with 1-2 Korean 4-H families 

*Urban exploration in Seoul 

*Host sibling of same age not guaranteed

Costa Rica - June 25 to July 24

*Ages 15-18

*Homestay with a Costa Rican 4-S family 

*Sightseeing and cultural excursions in San José 

*Two-day excursion to a national park 

* Host sibling of same age/gender not guaranteed

Japan 4 week - July 8 to Aug 7

*Ages 12-18

*Homestay with a LABO/LEX Japanese family, with a host sibling of similar age and interests

*Attend LABO or LEX Camp 

*Visit LABO or LEX clubs with host family

Japan 8 week - June 10 to Aug 7

*Ages 15-18

*1st Month: Intensive group language-learning program in Tokyo, including cultural excursions in and around Tokyo. Host sibling not guaranteed. 

*2nd Month: All the same components as the Japan 4-week program (see above)

Application Deadline: Nov 1, 2025

Application Links:

Youth Delegate: https://smr.to/p104148

Chaperone: https://smr.to/p104664

Contact State Coordinator Caitlin Clineff at nc4-Hinternationalprogram@ncsu.edu if you have any questions!