Nebraska Extension - Richardson County

05/29/2026

One last week to get your fair t-shirt order in! Orders due by June 5th.

Every Junior Fair Participant receives a fair shirt sponsored by Channel and is required to be warn for most fair events. Please fill out your order ASAP for timely delivery before your first 2026 fair event.

The pricing for purchasing additional t-shirts this year will be remaining the same as last year: $15 for youth, $20 for adult, $23 for 2x & 3x adult sizes with payment in cash or check due at pick up.

https://go.unl.edu/2026rcfairshirt

05/29/2026

Last three days to enter the Richardson County 4-H Junior Fair Shooting Sports Contest!

Entries due Monday, June 1st!

2026 Contest Dates & Times:
Friday, June 26th at 6pm - Shotgun
Saturday, June 27th at 8am - Small Bore Pistol & Small Bore Rifle
Saturday, June 27th at 1pm - BB Gun, Air Rifle, & Air Pistol
Sunday, June 28th at 1pm - Archery

New for 2026:
-Intermediate Shotgun Classes: 16 yards & Handicap.
-First Year Junior Archery Class: 8-9 year old youth in their first year of archery

For more details please visit: go.unl.edu/2026rcshootingsports
Or enter online today: richardson.fairwire.com
You can also visit us at the Extension Office for paper copies of the entry forms.

05/28/2026

💻 On-Demand Webinar | Strategies to Enhance Transitions and Routines
Switching from one activity to another can be tough for kids and the adults supporting them. In this webinar, we’ll dive into practical strategies to make transitions smoother and build effective routines that help children thrive.

Register for this on-demand class: go.unl.edu/transitions

05/28/2026

State 4-H Horse Show Entries due June 1st!

State 4-H Horse entries are rolling in! Entry deadline is June 1st! Here are a few reminders when entering the Fonner Park NE State 4-H Horse Show. Enter using this link: nhorse.fairwire.com.

05/26/2026

Three days left to register for our next workshop!

Our next workshop for Summer 2026 is our Sewing Basics Workshop where you will learn some basic sewing skills and complete a pair of pajama pants.

This workshop will take place Tuesday, June 2nd from 9am to 3pm at the Falls City Middle School; a pizza lunch will be provided. Cost is $35 and includes the pattern, material, thread, and all tools required to complete a pair of pajama pants ready for fair.

This workshop is for 8-18 year olds only; Clover Kids be on the lookout for our next project workshop! Limited to the first 10 registrants.

For more information please see our flyer: https://go.unl.edu/2026rcsewingflyer

To register today visit: https://go.unl.edu/rc26sewing

05/26/2026

Farm Visits start Friday! Spaces still available!

All livestock exhibitors are required to either set up a farm visit or submit photos of all entered animals with proper ID.

If a farm visit is chosen, 4-H members will have the opportunity to share their 4-H projects with Extension Staff and talk about their 4-H projects through the year thus far. Tagging of animals should be done before this visit and will be verified during this visit.

Possible farm visit days are:
Friday, May 29th
Monday, June 1st
Thursday, June 4th
Wednesday, June 10th
Friday, June 12th

Visit https://go.unl.edu/rclivestockid26 to claim a spot for your family today!

05/25/2026

Our office will be closed all day, Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

Gathering friends and family is fun but beware of uninvited party guests. Foodborne germs can crash your buffet and make people sick with food poisoning. When cooking, preparing, or serving food for large groups, follow these steps to keep food safe.

https://go.unl.edu/leftover-safety

05/22/2026

Last day to register for our next workshop!

This workshop is all about forestry presented by Extension Horticulturist Nicole Stoner.

Complete 2-3 forestry projects for the fair!

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
9am - 3pm at Falls City Middle School
Ages 8-18 - No Clover Kid Workshop this time
Pizza Lunch will be provided
Cost is $40

Register by Friday May 22, 15 spaces available.
go.unl.edu/rcforestryworkshop

More information can be found at:
https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/richardson/about-richardson-county-4-h/workshops-camps/ -item-in-person-workshops-10868

05/21/2026

Rates of foodborne illness tend to increase during the summer months because germs grow faster in warmer, more humid weather. People also cook and eat outside, making shortcuts to food safety tempting because they are away from the convenience of soap and running water at the kitchen sink.

Follow these easy tips to make your summer meals safe: https://go.unl.edu/barbecue