Are The Kids Bored? – Here’s Things For Them To Do In January – Ag Matters

Trying to find things for the kids to do can be challenging during the winter months.  Until recently, there hasn't been enough snow to sled, ski or snowboard and the luster of new Christmas toys and gadgets have worn off. Whether you live on a farm or in town, the Cornell Cooperative Extensions' 4-H Youth Development has the "boredom cure" with fun activities that will teach them something too.

With today's school challenges, 4-H is a great program that teaches practical knowledge and wisdom through the "learn by doing" philosophy.  Here are some upcoming events at 4-H Programs in Oneida, Herkimer and Madison counties.

The Herkimer County 4-H Program has workshops planned throughout the winter:

January 16 - Cake Decorating Workshop
January 30 - Meat Cuts/Grading Workshop
February 15 & 16 Veterinary Science Program

For more information about the Herkimer County 4-H Program contact Jennifer Collins at (315) 866-7920 extension 232 or email jlr34@cornell.edu.

Oneida County 4-H Program

January 18 - Robotic Workshop
January 18 - Public Speaking & Presentation Workshop
January 20 & 27- Sewing Class

For information about the Oneida County 4-H Program contact Lynette Kay at (315) 736-3394 extension 105 or email lsk23@cornell.edu

Madison County 4-H Program

January 30 - Public Presentations
January 30 - Growing the Health of Your Sheep or Goat Business

For information about the Madison County $-H program, contact Alycia Schick, (315) 684-3001 extension 110 or email ans74@cornell.edu

SOURCE: Cornell Cooperative Extension Lynette Kay