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You can help support our local 4-H program by signing up for Kroger Community Rewards. With this program, a small percentage of your purchase will come back to our 4-H Club here in Forsyth County at no cost to you. Click the link below for sign up information! Please note: participating in this program requires you to renew your support each year.

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Upcoming Events

  • Feb 24 - Apr 4 Fayette County 4-H Towel Fundraiser Pre-Sale We are hosting a fundraiser to raise money for the Fayette County 4-H program! So get ready to dive into summer this year and purchase your towel today! They are only $20 and you can pick which towel design option you like! Please fill out the pre-order form on this website, below! Pre-sale ends: Friday, April 4th
    • Fayetteville, GA - (53.0 Miles)
  • Mar 27 Gardening Lunch and Learn Series - What Garden Products to Have on Your Shelf Join us for our third session as we cover the different types of garden products you should have on your shelf to help you successfully manage your gardens and landscapes!
    • Hartwell, GA - (74.0 Miles)
  • Mar 28 Food Talk -Nutrition Education and Recipe Demo This is a FREE nutrition education course designed for adult learners. By attending a Food Talk Class, you'll learn from a nutrition educator how to eat more healthfully, feed your family on a budget, keep your food safe, and the best part.... you'll learn how to make a delicious new recipe and get to taste it! Class extenders are provided for each class that you attend. Please try to attend as many of the series of 6 classes as you can as the information and recipes are different in each class.
    • Ellijay, GA - (40.0 Miles)