{"id":10499,"date":"2026-08-31T14:51:10","date_gmt":"2026-08-31T14:51:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/?p=10499"},"modified":"2026-08-31T15:37:16","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T15:37:16","slug":"piscataquis-county-4-h-newsletter-september-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/2026\/08\/31\/piscataquis-county-4-h-newsletter-september-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Piscataquis County 4-H Newsletter, September 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#calendar\">Piscataquis County 4-H Calendar<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#welcome\">Welcome to the Piscataquis County 4-H Newsletter<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#county\">County 4-H News<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#state\">State 4-H News<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#4h-volunteer-corner\">4-H Volunteer Corner: Your Corner for Connection, Tips, and Tricks<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left\"><strong><a id=\"calendar\"><\/a>Piscataquis County 4-H Calendar<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>September 5: Meet Brownville\u2019s new Town Manager, 3-6:00 pm.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Fun and food for the whole family! Davis Field, Brownville<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>September 12:<\/b> <b>Joy Truck 4-H, 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Railyard Runway\/Kids Only Art Show, 2:00 pm.<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000007REFl\">Register youth participants<\/a><\/li>\n<li><b>October 1: New 4-H Year Begins! <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Current volunteers and youth members must re-enroll by December 31.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>November 7: 4-H Volunteer Summit, 8:30 am- 3:30 pm. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maine Arts Academy, Augusta<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>November 13:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Extension Association Annual Meeting, Bernard Jones American Legion Post 92, Brownville Junction<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><a id=\"welcome\"><\/a>Welcome to the Piscataquis County 4-H Newsletter<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Welcome to the Piscataquis County 4-H online newsletter, where we\u2019ll keep folks updated on what\u2019s happening in 4-H around the county, state, and nation! We\u2019ll promote nearby in-person events and online opportunities for youth and families offered through UMaine Extension and other trusted community partners.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left\"><strong><a id=\"county\"><\/a>September County 4-H News<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Piscataquis 4-H Volunteers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Welcome to the Piscataquis County 4-H online newsletter, where we\u2019ll keep folks updated on what\u2019s happening in 4-H around the county, state, and nation! We\u2019ll promote nearby in-person events and online opportunities for youth and families offered through UMaine Extension and other trusted community partners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Piscataquis Valley Fair August 26-30\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Another Fair year in the books! Thanks to everyone who helped set up, clean up, and staff the Bell Building. Congratulations to all the 4-H\u2019ers (and their families) who exhibited and participated. We couldn\u2019t have done it without you!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Build It Tall at the Bell Building <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright  wp-image-10503\" src=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2026\/08\/2837c00f-b840-458a-a52e-15f23a797b7c-207x300.jpg\" alt=\"Youth hands trying to see how high they can build with cards, cups, straws, and ice cream sticks.\" width=\"153\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2026\/08\/2837c00f-b840-458a-a52e-15f23a797b7c-207x300.jpg 207w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2026\/08\/2837c00f-b840-458a-a52e-15f23a797b7c-705x1024.jpg 705w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2026\/08\/2837c00f-b840-458a-a52e-15f23a797b7c-768x1115.jpg 768w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2026\/08\/2837c00f-b840-458a-a52e-15f23a797b7c-96x140.jpg 96w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2026\/08\/2837c00f-b840-458a-a52e-15f23a797b7c-317x460.jpg 317w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2026\/08\/2837c00f-b840-458a-a52e-15f23a797b7c-423x614.jpg 423w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2026\/08\/2837c00f-b840-458a-a52e-15f23a797b7c-634x920.jpg 634w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2026\/08\/2837c00f-b840-458a-a52e-15f23a797b7c-846x1228.jpg 846w, https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/piscataquis\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2026\/08\/2837c00f-b840-458a-a52e-15f23a797b7c.jpg 921w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 153px) 100vw, 153px\" \/><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">People of all ages tried out the Build It Tall challenge in the Bell Building. Folks tried many different strategies to achieve free-standing structures. Completing construction in 2 minutes turned out to be the limiting factor for many would-be champions. The tallest structure exceeded the reach of our official yardstick: 50 \u215b\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Nightwings 4-H Archery Club. <\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Nightwings typically meet weekly at a horse arena in Sangerville through the summer, with a reduced schedule in winter. Their meetings are focused on target practice. Youth must be enrolled in order to participate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The Joy Truck Project 4-H Collaborative<\/b><b><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">On Saturday, August 22, Bernard Jones American Legion Post 92 &amp; Legion Auxiliary hosted a family fun day in the field between the Legion Hall and The Joy Truck. The Legion put up a huge tent canopy and invited everyone in the area to celebrate the USA\u2019s 250th birthday with a barbecue, bounce house, and outdoor games. It was a great opportunity for the neighborhood to get a closer look at The Joy Truck and see kids engaged in learning and exploring.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Joy Truck 4-H members had a lot of fun exploring the creative process of block printing on clothing with guest artist Faith Sickler. The kids began by sketching and designing their own images that they then traced onto tracing paper and then transferred onto printing blocks. Then, after carefully carving out their designs, they applied ink to the stamps and then pressed their designs onto clothing of their choice to wear for the Railyard Runway. It was a lot of fun! At the end, the kids hung up their clothing to dry, and Faith printed a few pieces to donate for the fashion show.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>The Joy Truck Recycles!\u00a0 <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Help supply the Joy Truck Kids with clothes and other cast-off items for weaving projects, puppets, and other creative explorations! Drop off donations at the Extension office in Dover-Foxcroft during open hours (M, Th, F 8-4).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Save\/collect for Joy Truck Kids to repurpose:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">T-shirts and knit tops<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Paper towel and toilet paper tubes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Corrugated cardboard<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Paper bags<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bottle caps<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yarn<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Paint and other art and craft supplies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>4-H Sketchbook Club (aka Independent Art Explorations)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Several 4-H Sketchbook Club members exhibited in the Piscataquis Valley Fair. Their art exhibits all earned Blue ribbons. The judges were impressed with the quality of work demonstrated, and appreciated the courage it takes to show one\u2019s art to the public.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Railyard Runway and Kids Only Art Show &amp; Sale<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Youth interested in fashion, styling, and art are invited to join The Joy Truck 4-H Collaborative in Brownville Junction on September 12 at 10 am. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Kids ages 5-18 will practice walking and posing with confidence, complete fashion looks using thrifted materials, and help set up and decorate for the runway and art show.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Participants will have opportunities to explore fashion and styling, modeling, photography, and event production. Lunch will be provided. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Parents and other supportive adults are welcome to lend their assistance and expertise. Please register youth participants so we have enough food and supplies for all. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The runway show begins at 2 p.m. and will feature restyled and upcycled looks created and modeled by Joy Truck youth and members of their 4-H community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Refreshments and the Kids Only Art Show and Sale will follow. Funds raised through the art sale will benefit Bernard Jones American Legion Post 92 in gratitude for the organization\u2019s generosity and support.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Please <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/umaine-extension.formtitan.com\/ftproject\/events?eventid=a1cUy000007REFl\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">register<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> youth participants!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Introduction to Machine Sewing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We\u2019re looking forward to more bite-sized sewing workshops from Rhonda Kirkpatrick in the new 4-H year. Keep your eye out for notices!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Growing Piscataquis 4-H <\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4-H programming in Piscataquis County depends on caring adults to share their time and skills with youth. From leading or co-leading a club to helping with transportation or snacks, growing 4-H takes a community! Maine 4-H is working to offer more support and make volunteering less intimidating with some new initiatives.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Besides the interview with 4-H staff, all steps to becoming a 4-H volunteer can be completed online, on your own schedule. The Maine 4-H Volunteer Orientation is newly available in ZSuite in the Clover Academy section. Content includes concepts of youth development and the 4-H Thriving model, experiential learning, ages and stages, and highlights the three-way partnership between USDA\/NIFA, UMaine, and county government. The module should take approximately 30-45 minutes to complete. A certificate will be generated and emailed to you at the end.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The<\/span><b> Lunch and Learn series<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> provided a chance for 4-H volunteers to discuss an aspect of 4-H volunteerism. The sessions might be of interest if you\u2019re considering volunteering with 4-H in any capacity. Find recordings of the first Friday half-hour Lunch and Learn sessions on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/4-h-volunteer-huddle\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4-H Volunteer Huddle webpage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lastly, <\/span><b>4-H Volunteer Connections<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> are structured to offer connection, engagement, and networking for 4-H volunteers in the whole Northeast Region (CT, DE, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VT, and WV)! These Zoom meetings start with \u201cconnection before content,\u201d fun icebreaker games and conversation. We then move to the evening topic, sometimes led by experts from different states or volunteers as teams or panelists. Volunteers get the chance to spend time in breakout rooms with individuals from other parts of the region to share ideas and learn from one another. <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/volunteer-connections\/#past-sessions\">W<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">atch past sessions of 4-H Volunteer Connections here. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Have a skill to share, but can\u2019t commit to leading a club?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Contact Trisha by email (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">trisha.smith1@maine.edu<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">) and make an appointment or stop by the office during the hours we\u2019re open (Monday, Thursday, Friday, 8:00 am \u2013 4:00 pm) to see Anette.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Piscataquis County 4-H welcomes caring adults who want to make more opportunities available for our youth. Completing the application, introductory training, background check, and interview may be daunting, but we will help you through it. Get started on the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/volunteers\/how-do-i-become-a-volunteer\/\">How Do I Become a Volunteer? page<\/a>, and don\u2019t hesitate to reach out if you hit a snag.<\/p>\n<p>Contact Trisha by email (<a href=\"mailto:trisha.smith1@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trisha.smith1@maine.edu<\/a>) and make an appointment or stop by the office during the hours we&#8217;re open: (Monday, Thursday, Friday, 8:00 am \u2013 4:00 pm) to see Anette.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left\"><strong><a id=\"state\"><\/a>September\u00a0State 4-H News<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Save the Date: Maine 4-H Day at UMaine Football<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Join Maine 4-H at the University of Maine on Saturday, October 17, as the Black Bears take on Bryant University! The game begins at 1:00 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Come early to connect with other 4-H members and families, learn about upcoming 4-H opportunities, and enjoy time together before cheering on the UMaine football team.<\/p>\n<p>Tickets will be $15 per person. You can purchase your tickets on the <a href=\"https:\/\/um-tickets.evenue.net\/promotions\/4HFB\">4-H Football Experience page<\/a>. We hope you can join us!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Power Protectors: 4-H STEM Challenge<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>How much energy do we use, and how can we power our world with the sun, wind, and other renewable energy sources? Step into the role of an engineer in this hands-on challenge! We will explore basic energy concepts, figure out how much energy we use and experiment with alternative energy.\u00a0 We will apply problem-solving, creative thinking and collaboration skills to design challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Who: Ages 9 \u2013 12<br \/>\nWhen: Mondays, September 19, 26 &amp; October 5th 4:00-5:00 pm<br \/>\nWhere: Virtual \u2013 connect from home; we will mail key materials<br \/>\nHow: Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/virtual-learning-hub\/\">Maine 4-H Virtual Learning Hub<\/a>; registration information will be posted under STEAM<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Apply for the 2027 Ignite by 4-H Maine Team<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Applications are now open for the 2027 Ignite by 4-H Maine Team. All Maine youth ages 14\u201318 are eligible to apply.<\/p>\n<p>Ignite by 4-H will take place March 17\u201321, 2027, in Washington, D.C. Youth applying for the Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) track should plan to attend March 16\u201321, 2027.<\/p>\n<p>Applications are due September 15, 2026. <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSclTGSilpPOWCeNFrvTdCtI9wRLtXKULwqKahQrTTGEOo-uGg\/viewform\">2027 Ignite by 4-H Youth Application<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><b>4-H Super Sitters Virtual Series<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Learn the basics of babysitting through our introductory 4-H Super Sitters Virtual Series! 4-H staff will introduce interested teens to the basics of babysitting \u2013 what questions to ask families, how to hold a baby and change a diaper, and the developmental stages of children. This workshop is targeted for youth ages 11-18, with a maximum of 12 youth participants. The last session, December 1, will be a hybrid model, with in-person location(s) to be determined. Register by September 30, 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Who: Ages 11 &#8211; 18<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When: Tuesdays, October 27 \u2013 December 1, 2026, 4:00 \u2013 5:30 pm<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Where: Virtual \u2013 connect from home; we will mail key materials <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How: Visit the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/virtual-learning-hub\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maine 4-H Virtual Learning Hub<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">; registration information is posted under Healthy Living<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4-H Volunteer Storytellers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What makes someone choose to volunteer? What inspires them to keep showing up and making a difference? In this virtual 4-H SPIN club, teens will become Volunteer Storytellers, learning how to uncover and share the stories behind the people who give their time to help others. Together they will explore why volunteering matters and why recognizing volunteers is important. They\u2019ll learn about developing thoughtful interview questions, practice interviewing skills, and conduct an interview with a real volunteer. Then use what they learn to create an engaging social media post that celebrates the volunteer and shares their story with the community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Cost: Free<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Who: Ages 14+<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">When: Tuesdays, October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 4:00 \u2013 5:30 pm<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Where: Virtual \u2013 on Zoom<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Registration Deadline: October 1, 2026<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How: Visit the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/virtual-learning-hub\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maine 4-H Virtual Learning Hub<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">; registration information is posted under Healthy Living<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left\"><strong><a id=\"4h-volunteer-corner\"><\/a>September\u00a02026 4-H Volunteer Corner: Your Corner for Connection, Tips, and Tricks<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>September Volunteer Self-Check: Tell us How You Did!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The past couple of months we have shared information about developmental relationships-<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">when you show an interest, create connections and offer encouragement, you are helping to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">build a strong relationship with youth. Take a little time this month to reflect on your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">developmental relationships with 4-H youth. Small actions create lasting impact. Ask yourself <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">the following questions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How did I show a young person I care?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How did I challenge them to grow?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How did I support their goals?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdYBanKcLpEBJHD_8MOP6NSijWzeaLv6AMaNoCVmq8Yqf1lDQ\/viewform\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fill out this short form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to answer any of the three questions by Friday, September 25th. Your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">name will be entered into a drawing for some cool 4-H swag! You make a difference! Tell us <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">how you do it!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>4-H Volunteer Summit<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Saturday, November 7, 2026, 8:30 am \u2013 3:30 pm<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Registration opens Friday, September 11, 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Come join us for a day of fun with your fellow 4-H volunteers and our awesome 4-H staff! YUP, we have a great lineup of workshops, and yes, our Discovery Zone is going to have so many 4-H programs and opportunities to learn about! From Ag Ambassadors and the Maine 4-H Foundation to a Touch Tank, Virtual Learning, and more, we have something for everyone!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Check out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/4h\/volunteer-summit\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4-H Volunteer Summit webpage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and look for the registration link! Registration<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Opens Friday, September 11th! We can\u2019t wait to see you there!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Resources Spotlight<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As a 4-H volunteer, protecting your own well-being is essential to prevent burnout and<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">sustainably guide youth. Set clear boundaries on your time, share responsibilities with co-leaders or parents, take regular breaks during busy project seasons, and remember that it is okay to say no to extra tasks. For more information, take a look at this self-care resource from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/4h.extension.msstate.edu\/resources\/publications\/tips-taking-care-yourself-self-care-practices\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Mississippi State University Extension<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>The Piscataquis County 4-H Newsletter is published monthly.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>For questions or more information, contact<\/strong>\u00a0Anette Moulton, Administrative Specialist, by email at <a href=\"mailto:anette.moulton@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">anette.moulton@maine.edu<\/a>, phone at 207.581.8182, or Trisha Smith, Positive Youth Development 4-H Professional, by email <a href=\"mailto:trisha.smith1@maine.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trisha.smith1@maine.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Office Hours:<\/strong> Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 am \u2013 4:00 pm<\/p>\n<p><em>In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Institutional Equity and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Piscataquis County 4-H Calendar Welcome to the Piscataquis County 4-H Newsletter County 4-H News State 4-H News 4-H Volunteer Corner: Your Corner for Connection, Tips, and Tricks Piscataquis County 4-H Calendar September 5: Meet Brownville\u2019s new Town Manager, 3-6:00 pm. Fun and food for the whole family! 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