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Massachusetts 4-H Events

  • New 4-H Year Kicks off

    Mass 4-H
    Thursday, October 15, 2026: All day
    Online

    October 15th marks the kick-off to the NEW 4-H Year:

  • Record Book Deadline

    Mass 4-H
    Saturday, October 31, 2026: All day
    In-person
    Local Office

    Intentional engagement in projects is a central part of the 4-H experience. 4-H members are encouraged to set specific project goals, keep written records of their 4-H club year, and reflect on their experience annually in their 4-H Record Books. Records are turned into the local 4-H office by October 31st of each year. Each 4-H member who submits their record book receives constructive feedback and may receive a ribbon, project pin, or other award for effort and achievement.

  • 4-H Family STEM Day

    Mass 4-H
    Saturday, November 7, 2026: 9:30am - 3:30pm
    In-person
    Charles River Campus Newton, MA
    2nd Annual STEM Day Saturday, November 7th 
     
    9:30am-3:30pm
    Charles River Campus in Newton MA
    Open to 4-H'ers and those interested in learning what 4-H has to offer.
    $20 for 4-H'ers and $40 for non-4-H'ers
     
    Hands on STEM activities for youth by youth.
    Our STEM Advisory members have stepped things up and have a great day planned with more workshops to pick from. 
    Rocketry, Tinkercad and Micro-bits are back with new options in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering with Egg Drop or Bristle-bots a Design-a-thon and making Theremins.

    Register through 4honline:   https://2026STEMDay.4honline.com

  • Visual Presentation Events

    Mass 4-H
    Saturday, February 27, 2027: All day
    In-person
    Various

    Public Speaking and Visual Presentations

    Youth learn critical oral communication skills through the 4-H Visual Presentations program. These skills are necessary for youth to be successful in school and later on when they enter the workforce. The 4-H program is unique in its emphasis on teaching youth these skills as well as providing the opportunity for them to showcase their skills and abilities at regional and state events.  The three regional events will serve as a qualifier for State contest on April 3rd.

  • Visual Presentation Events

    Mass 4-H
    Saturday, March 6, 2027: All day
    In-person
    Various

    Public Speaking and Visual Presentations

    Youth learn critical oral communication skills through the 4-H Visual Presentations program. These skills are necessary for youth to be successful in school and later on when they enter the workforce. The 4-H program is unique in its emphasis on teaching youth these skills as well as providing the opportunity for them to showcase their skills and abilities at regional and state events.  The three regional events will serve as a qualifier for State contest on April 3rd.

  • Visual Presentation Events

    Mass 4-H
    Saturday, March 20, 2027: All day
    In-person
    Various

    Public Speaking and Visual Presentations

    Youth learn critical oral communication skills through the 4-H Visual Presentations program. These skills are necessary for youth to be successful in school and later on when they enter the workforce. The 4-H program is unique in its emphasis on teaching youth these skills as well as providing the opportunity for them to showcase their skills and abilities at regional and state events.  The three regional events will serve as a qualifier for State contest on April 3rd.

  • Visual Presentation Events

    Mass 4-H
    Saturday, April 3, 2027: All day
    In-person
    Various

    Public Speaking and Visual Presentations

    Youth learn critical oral communication skills through the 4-H Visual Presentations program. These skills are necessary for youth to be successful in school and later on when they enter the workforce. The 4-H program is unique in its emphasis on teaching youth these skills as well as providing the opportunity for them to showcase their skills and abilities at regional and state events.  The three regional events will serve as a qualifier for State contest on April 3rd.

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