Kids & Family
Travel the World at the Annual 4-H International Night
Event set for April 12 at 7 p.m. in Yorkville
Discover traditions, explore geography and taste native dishes of more than 10 diverse countries with just one visit to Smith 4-H Hall on the Kendall County Fairgrounds on Friday, April 12.
From 7 to 8:30 p.m., International Night visitors can journey with 13 Kendall County 4-H Clubs to fill a “passport” by learning about the countries and cultures of Argentina, Cambodia, Canada, Cuba, Equatorial Guinea, Fiji, Guatemala, Jamaica, Mongolia, Papua New Guinea, Russia and Ukraine.
“Meet 4-H’ers from clubs around the county, as they share facts, flags and food of several different nations,” said Kim Eisnaugle, 4-H Youth Development Program Coordinator. “Each club shows such creativity in their displays and in communicating what they learned.”
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As the youth share their 4-H Passport to the World group projects, they will ask “travelers” a question about the study country, and a correct answer will earn the visitors a punch on their passport. Completed excursions “around the world” earn the passport holder a small token for the trip, such as 4-H temporary tattoos, candy, and pencils.
“International Night promotes global citizenship and social awareness,” Eisnaugle added. “This event is a wonderful opportunity for 4-H members to present to small groups, and for community youth and families to learn new things. Please come enjoy these dedicated young people’s projects and travel the globe with us.”
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Participating 4-H clubs for 2019 include: Barn and Beyond; Boots, Blue Jeans and Bows; LaMenu Modelle; Little Rockets; Kendall County Country Kids, Millbrook Mighty Ones; Nothin’ But Country; Outbacker Kids; Renegades, Rebels & Rogues; Rockin’ KCs; Seward Kids and Critters; Spanglish; and Stagecoach Trailblazers.
All ages are welcome to attend, and a suggested donation for admission is $1 per person, ages 8 and older. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact the office at 630-553-5823. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.
For more information on 4-H Youth Development programs in Kendall County or on University of Illinois Extension, visit go.illinois.edu/extensiondkk.