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October 24, Spooktacular Whitewood (Windsor)—6–8 p.m.

Mark your calendars for our 8th annual Spooktacular Whitewood! This event is open to all friends of Camp Whitewood, fun for all ages, and best of all, completely FREE! Come swing by in your best costume for an unforgettable night of Halloween fun! Visit the Camp Whitewood Facebook page for more information.

 

October 25 & November 1, Fright at the Fairgrounds (Jackson County Fairgrounds)—8–11 p.m.

Enter if you dare… Fright at the Fairgrounds “Haunted Barn” is packed with nightmarish creatures, twisting corridors, and terrors lurking in the dark. Every step takes you deeper into the unknown—will you make it out alive, or become part of the haunt? Cost is $20.00, and all proceeds support livestock education, fairground improvements, and the junior fair in Jackson County! Visit the Facebook page for more information.

 

November 1, Cultivate the Clover (Oak Harbor)—5 p.m.
Support the Ottawa County 4-H program by attending the Cultivate the Clover Fundraising Dinner and Reverse Raffle. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at the Ottawa County Extension Office or by calling 419-898-3631. For more information, visit the Cultivate the Clover of Ottawa County Facebook page.

 

Join the Ohio 4-H Foundation Board—Apply by November 3!

The Ohio 4-H Foundation is led by a volunteer board made up of business leaders, Extension staff, community members, and youth representatives from across the state. The board supports 4-H by reviewing funding proposals, awarding scholarships, and guiding investments that benefit youth development programs. It also serves as a key advisory and outreach group for OSU Extension.

We’re currently seeking applicants for two open positions:

  • Early Career Professional: Ohio 4-H alumni ages 21–30. Term: Jan. 1, 2026–Dec. 31, 2028
  • Teen Member: Current 4-H members ages 14–18 as of Jan. 1, 2025. Term: Jan. 1, 2026–Dec. 31, 2028

Learn more and apply at: ohio4h.org/foundation/about-ohio-4-h-foundation/foundation-board

 

November 8, 4K at 4-H Camp Palmer (Fayette)—8 a.m.–Noon

Join the Friends of Camp Palmer for a 4K fun run and walk around the 4-H camp. Race registration is $25 and includes a shirt and refreshments. Weather-dependent activities will also be held around camp for attendees to participate in. Visit the Friends of Camp Palmer Facebook page for information on how to register.

 

November 23, 4-H Hoedown (Defiance)—7–10 p.m.
Join the Defiance County 4-H Teen Leaders for line and square dancing at the Defiance K of C Hall. Admission is $2 and doors will open at 6:30 p.m. For additional details, visit the Defiance County 4-H Facebook page.