Forsyth County Extension /
4-H Office
5110 Piney Grove Road
Cumming, GA 30040
770-887-2418
Join the 4-H Staff at the Chick-fil-A on Larry Mulkey Memorial Road on November 20 from 6AM to 10PM for 4-H Club Spirit Day! Participation is simple. Place an order through Drive-Thru, Carry-Out, Dine-In, or Mobile Ordering with the code FOURH, and a percentage of the day's sales will be donated to the local program! We are looking for 4-H'ers who want to share their love of 4-H with the community to help the staff during the day. To reserve your timeslots, sign up today!
November 7 is the last day to order Front Door Produce Boxes! You have two options:
1. Buy a box for your family – enjoy a delicious variety of fresh, locally sourced produce.
2. Buy a box for donation – all donated boxes will go directly to Meals by Grace, who deeply appreciate receiving a big delivery of fresh produce just before Thanksgiving.
They’re fresh, healthy, and a great way to support 4-H while also giving back to the community.
👉 Order today: Front Door Produce Fundraiser
Boxes will be delivered to the 4-H Office the week of November 17 for easy pickup.
📝 4-H Portfolio Workshops
7th-12th graders are invited to join us for our upcoming Portfolio Workshops, where 4-H staff will guide youth through each section of their portfolio. These hands-on sessions are a great way to get one-on-one support, ask questions, and make steady progress on your project.
Workshop Dates & Times:
November 25, 9AM-3PM (sign up for a morning or afternoon session)
📌 Reminder: Completed portfolios are due to Ms. Heather by January 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Do not wait until the last minute. Take advantage of these workshops to stay on track!
✨ Want extra tips, reminders, and encouragement along the way? Be sure to subscribe to our monthly Road to Project Achievement newsletter designed to help you step by step.
The 2026 Cloverleaf Project Achievement county contest (4th-6th grade) will be on the evening of January 20, 2026, at our 5110 Piney Grove Road office. You can get started now!
1. Pick a topic that interests YOU! Categories range from Agriculture Awareness to Engineering and Mechanics to Veterinary Science! As long as the topic is school appropriate, you can turn it into a 4-H public speaking project!
2. Research that topic using credible resources
3. Write your speech! Include an introduction (with a catchy hook), three body paragraphs highlighting your topic, and a conclusion.
4. Create your poster! It can be a trifold board or a regular poster board. Be sure to use large words and pictures so that your poster can be
seen clearly! Your poster should complement your speech.
5. Time yourself! Your speech should be 4-6 minutes long.
The top three winners in each category will advance to the district
competition in Newton County on Saturday, February 7.
All transportation is provided by the Forsyth County 4-H staff.
The registration fee is $20. If you have any questions, please email us.
Fall Forum registration is first come, first serve, and space is limited.
This year's Fall Forum for 9th -12th graders will be held at Rock Eagle December 13-14.
The State Board of Directors chose a Home-Alone-inspired theme for this year’s event, with the slogan “You are Never Alone in Your 4-H Home!” Registration is $115 and includes all transportation, food while at Rock Eagle, activities, and insurance for the weekend. Teen leader training will also be offered. If you have questions about this event, please contact Ms. Heather.
BB practice has started, but there is still space available on the team! Weekly practices are held on Thursday evenings from 7PM-8PM.
It's just getting cold outside, but the Spring Archery Season is just around the corner! Registration will open online on December 2 for the Spring season.
Practices for the season will begin on January 25, and the season will end with the State 4-H Archery Match at Rock Eagle 4-H Center on May 2. If you have questions about the team, please email us!
Are you a middle or high school student who enjoys trivia, making smart consumer choices, or learning real-life skills like budgeting, online safety, and health? Come join the LifeSmarts Team!
Learn how you can compete in this fast-paced program while building your knowledge in personal finance, technology, the environment, and more. No prior experience needed—just curiosity and a willingness to learn! Register today! If you have questions about this team, reach out to Mrs.Alicia.
🍀 Get Connected with Forsyth County 4-H Community Club! 🌟
Community Club is open to all youth in Forsyth County in 4th-12th grade. Don’t miss your chance to stay in the loop and be part of a dynamic group of youth from across the county!
📅 Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month | ⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM
📍 Forsyth County Extension Office | 5110 Piney Grove Road
💲 Free for all Forsyth County youth
Community Club is your go-to place to get connected, stay informed, and get involved. Each month, we cover all the upcoming 4-H events, contests, and leadership opportunities so you never miss a chance to participate or shine. Whether you're interested in public speaking, judging teams, summer camp, service projects, or just making new friends—this is the club for you!
Don’t miss out—register today and start your 4-H journey with us! If you have questions about this club, please reach out to Ms. Heather.
🌟 Join Cloverbuds! 🌟
A fun-filled 4-H experience for K–3rd grade students!
📅 Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month
⏰ Time: 5:30–6:30PM
📍 Location: 5110 Piney Grove Road
This year, Cloverbuds will explore the wild world of adaptations—how animals and plants survive and thrive in their environments! Each meeting includes hands-on activities, stories, and creative projects designed just for younger learners. Registration for the year is $10. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. MaKenzie.
New club alert! There has been so much interest in our natural resource programming that we are broadening Conservation Club into Junior Naturalists!
Each month there will be a Master Naturalist speaker who will discuss some of the conservation projects occurring around the county.
Students from 4th-12th grade are welcome to attend; meetings are held on the second Monday of every month 6-7 pm. The location of these meetings will vary month to month to allow for hands-on learning. Registration is $10 for the school year. If you have questions about this club, please reach out to Mrs. Shannon.
Are you looking for a fun and engaging community for your homeschool journey? Forsyth County 4-H is excited to start a Homeschool Club for the 2025 – 2026 school year. We will meet every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 2:00 to 3:00 pm at the UGA Extension office at 5110 Piney Grove Rd. Come connect with fellow homeschooling families, share resources, and participate in enriching activities. Whether you’re new to homeschooling or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome. The next meeting will be October 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM and the cost for the entire year is $20. Register now! If you have questions about this club, contact Mrs. Alicia.
Do you love Forsyth County 4-H?
Help keep programming costs low by supporting the fundraising opportunities below.
The Belk Charity Sale is happening now! Forsyth County 4-H will be selling tickets for the Charity Sale at the Cumming Belk location on:
November 1, 10AM-12PM (Presale)
November 8, 12PM-2PM
November 9, 12PM-2PM
Want to support 4-H while you shop, but can't make it during those times? Stop by the office and purchase your ticket! If you have questions about the Charity Sale, please visit Belk's website or contact Mrs. Alicia.
Kroger Community Rewards
Before you do your weekly grocery run, don't forget to sign-up to support Forsyth County 4-H through the Kroger Community Rewards Program! There is no cost to you and a portion of your Kroger purchases comes directly back to our the Forsyth County 4-H Club! For more information on how to sign up, click hereor contact Heather Haines.
In Forsyth County, 4-H is sponsored by the University of Georgia, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners, the Forsyth County Board of Education, and United Way of Forsyth County.
The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (working cooperatively with Fort Valley State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the counties of Georgia) offers its educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status and is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action organization.
If you are an individual with a disability who may require assistance or accommodation in order to participate in or receive the benefit of a service, program, or activity of UGA, or if you desire more information, please contact Heather Haines at heather.haines@uga.edu.
