Forsyth County Extension /
4-H Office
5110 Piney Grove Road
Cumming, GA 30040
770-887-2418
We are thrilled to share that Forsyth County 4-H is once again partnering with Front Door Produce for our Fall Fundraiser!
If you haven’t participated before, there are two simple ways to join in:
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.
🌿 Community Partnership at Denmark Library
Forsyth County 4-H and the Master Naturalist Extension Volunteers are excited to partner with the Denmark Library for a Clean-Up Day! Youth, volunteers, and the Extension staff will join together to help beautify the library grounds by picking up litter, pulling weeds, and giving the space a fresh look. We will meet at the library at 10AM on October 25 and work until 1PM. This is a great way for 4-H’ers to give back to the community, earn service hours, and make a positive impact in a place where so many families gather to learn and grow. To RSVP, reach out to Mr. Pranav.
🍀 National 4-H Week: October 5–11
Join us in celebrating National 4-H Week from October 5–11! This year’s theme, Beyond Ready!, highlights how 4-H empowers young people with the skills, experiences, and confidence they need to succeed in life and leadership. Throughout the week, we’ll showcase the impact of 4-H in Forsyth County and across the nation. Make sure you're following us on social media, and make sure you keep engaged with us all week!
🎃 Forsyth County Public Safety Trunk or Treat 2025
Forsyth County 4-H is excited to participate in the Forsyth County Public Safety Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 6–8 p.m. at the Cumming Fairgrounds Parking Lot (235 Castleberry Rd.). This family-friendly event is hosted by local public safety agencies and provides children with a safe and fun way to celebrate Halloween. Admission is one bag of individually wrapped candy per family. Be sure to stop by the 4-H trunk—we can’t wait to see you there!
Teen leaders: be on the lookout for an email from Ms. Heather about signing up to help the staff at this event!
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!
📝 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:
October 9, 4PM-6PM
October 25, 1:30PM-3PM
November 25, 9AM-2PM
December 22, 9AM-4PM
December 23, 9AM-4PM
January 2 9AM-4PM
Please make sure you RSVP to Ms. Heather for the October dates.
A SignUpGenius link will be in the November Edition of the FLASH for the November and December workshop dates.
📌 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.
🏁 Accelerate with 4-H! 🏁
Junior Conference is back November 8–9 at Rock Eagle 4-H Center!
📚 Hands-on workshops
💚 Community service projects
🎉 Fun recreation & games
👥 Meet 4-H’ers from across Georgia
Open to all 6th–8th grade 4-H’ers. Cost: $110.
Spots fill fast, sign up today!
Youth in 4th-8th grade this school year are invited to learn more about the Forsyth County 4-H Firepower BB Team at an interest meeting on Thursday, October 9 at 7 p.m. at the Forsyth County Extension Office (5110 Piney Grove Rd).
Coaches will share important details about team expectations, safety, and cost. Practice schedules will be set after families discuss what works best for the group.
Participation on the BB team offers more than just learning how to safely handle a firearm. Shooting sports help youth:
· Build focus and discipline.
· Develop patience and perseverance as they work to improve accuracy.
· Gain confidence by setting and reaching goals.
· Learn teamwork and sportsmanship while competing alongside peers.
· Understand the importance of safety and responsibility.
🍀 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 Master 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.
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.
