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MONTHLY CHALLENGE MAKE YOUR MARK NOVEMBER CHALLENGE For November's Make Your Mark Challenge, youth are invited to design an original logo that shows what 4-H means to them. Use up to five colors and bring your ideas to life with pencils, markers, paint, or digital design tools. Upload a photo of your finished creation to be entered into the monthly drawing!.  UPLOAD PHOTO HERE TO BE ENTERED IN THE MONTHLY DRAWING
3rd Tuesday of the Month
630pm
CCE Office
18 Seward Ave, Middletown
4-H Future Innovators County Club

MUST LET US KNOW IF YOUR ATTENDING

Youth and adults learn new skills together in a traditional 4-H club setting. The club will explore a variety of different project areas that are selected by the club members. The group meet once  a month on Tuesday nights. For more information call the 4-H office at 845-344-1234 or email kal64@cornell.edu Ages 5-19

Third Friday of every Month at the CCE office 18 Seward Ave

4-H FUN Night

FREE for everyone, ages 8+

Join us for a night full of fun, games, snacks, community service projects, and more!

Starting November 20!

Hosted by the 4-H Teen Council

Contact DeAnna Sardella at ds2285@cornell.edu for more information

October 5–November 30 | Monday evenings, 6:00–7:30 pm (with some exceptions) CCE ROCKLAND 4-H Careers in Human & Animal Medicine
 
REGISTER HERE

Grades 9–12 | $160

This 10-session program introduces high school students to education and career opportunities in both human and animal medicine. Students will visit hospitals, colleges, and veterinary facilities, meet professionals working in the field, and participate in hands-on experiences. Sessions will take place at locations throughout the region.
October 8, October 22, November 5 & November 12 | Thursdays, 6:00–7:00 pm | CCE Rockland 4-H Financial Education Series with Chase Bank REGISTER HERE
Grades 6+ | FREE
This four-session program introduces students to important financial skills they can use now and as they get older. Topics include setting financial goals, creating a budget, saving, understanding credit and debt, navigating banking, and recognizing and avoiding fraud and scams. The program is designed for students in grades 6–8, although all students in grades 6 and above are welcome. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. Students who complete the series will receive a free backpack filled with school supplies. 
NOVEMBER 27 & 28 MARCH WITH 4-H HOLIDAY PARADES REGISTER HERE

Interested in being part of the 2026 City of Middletown and Town of Wallkill Holiday Parades?

We have a group marching in both parades, so please register if you are interested in joining them so we have a head count!

We will provide additional details for each parade once available.

City of Middletown - This parade is generally held the Friday after Thanksgiving, which would be Friday, November 27th.

Town of Wallkill - This parade is generally held the Saturday after Thanksgiving, which would be Saturday, November 28th.

Tuesday November 10, 2026
6:30PM
CCE Office 18 Seward Ave Middletown NY
TEEN Council Informational Meeting

Your Voice. Your Ideas. Your Impact! Join the Orange County 4-H Teen Council and turn your ideas into action! Teens ages 13+ will develop leadership skills, participate in community service, plan 4-H activities and events, and work as a team to make a difference. Get involved, make new friends, and help shape the future of 4-H!
For more information contact DeAnna Sardella at ds2285@cornell.edu
Saturday November 14 10am at the 4-H Park 300 Finchville Turnpike Otisville Green Minds Bright Futures Nature Art REGISTER HERE
FOR YOUTH ages 5-18, come join us as we explore how to create art using the natural world.  Contact Kat Leo at kal64@cornell.edu for more information
Sunday November 15, 2026 LAST DAY TO APPLY FOR 

NYS/States 4-H International Summer Exchange

APPLY for the SUMMER of 2027 outbound international travel opportunities.  Travel destinations to South Korea, Costa Rica, Japan and Norway. 
FIND MORE INFORMATION HERE

Any applicants for chaperoning or as a youth delegate can reach out to Autumn Lavine M.S. Ed.

NYS 4-H Fair and International Exchange Specialist
(607) 253-2010 (home office)

607-731-5075 (cell)

Saturday, November 21

10:00 – 11:30 AM

CCE Orange County Office
18 Seward Ave., Suite 300, Middletown, NY

Paint with 4-H Beginner Painting Class


Ages 8+

Cost: $5 for 4-H members | $10 for non-members

Choose a piece to paint in class or bring your own wearable item!

Space is limited, so register today!


REGISTER HERE

This program is part of the 4-H Thrive Healthy Living Series.Create it. Paint it. Wear it. Show it off!

Ready to turn your creativity into something you can wear? Join us for Paint with 4-H, a fun, beginner painting class where YOU are the designer.

Explore the art of painting on fabric while creating your own unique masterpiece! No experience necessary just bring your imagination.

Contact

Carol McLaughlin
4-H/FCS Administrative Assistant
cm798@cornell.edu
(845) 344-1234, Ext.243

Last updated November 9, 2026