Livingston County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024
| 4065 - Community Vitality and Leadership – 4-H Youth Development | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4065.1) | 174 |
Number of individuals that take on formal or informal leadership roles as a result of participation in an Extension leadership program |
| 4065.2) | 0 |
Number of strategies adopted and implemented to improve the community |
| 4065.4) | 0 |
Number of volunteers addressing community issues by assessing needs, developing programs and/or implementing solutions |
| 4065.3) | 0 |
Number of empowered individuals engaged in coalitions or organizations to address a significant community issue |
Success Stories
A Splash of Success: Livingston County 4-H's Family Night at the Fair
Author: Sharee Schoonover
Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership – 4-H Youth Development
In Livingston County, fair week holds a special tradition called "Family Night." Hosted on Thursday night, this is a free event designed to bring families closer together while enjoying the fair's charm. Livingston County has not had a fair since 2015, and the community was excited to see its return.Livingston County 4-H helped make this night a success. They offered a giant slip 'n slide, a watermelon seed spitting contest, a pet show, free popsicles, and glowing fun with glow
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Triumph Over Weather: The 2nd Annual Livingston County Bale Blast
Author: Sharee Schoonover
Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership – 4-H Youth Development
On the evening of October 28, 2023, Livingston County gathered for the 2nd Annual Bale Blast, the grand finale of our month-long Bale Trail fundraiser. First held to honor Bale Trail winners and showcase Livingston County Extension, the event faced an unexpected hurdle as the weather threatened to move the festivities indoors. Organizers quickly adapted, transforming the plans and relocating the event inside. This turned a potential setback into a heartwarming showcase of community spirit.Inside
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