Uniontown, Pennsylvania Development News

Faget County 4-H Program Prepares for Annual Fair with New Initiatives and Community Support

The Faget County 4-H program is gearing up for the annual Faget County Fair. The program's building at the fair will feature a silent auction, cupcake decorating contest, floral design contest, and various club demonstrations. Additionally, 4-H members will participate in communication events where they deliver speeches on assigned or chosen topics. The core philosophy of 4-H, as explained by members, is to prepare youth for the future by teaching responsibility, encouraging them to step outside their comfort zones, make friends, and try new things. This year's fair will also feature new initiatives such as a "press club" for creating short-form content about 4-H and a "floral design club." The program emphasizes that 4-H is inclusive and open to all youth, regardless of their background in farming. The program relies on youth involvement and volunteer support to establish new clubs. Various events are planned throughout the year and at the fair, including 4-H Olympics, club meetings, and a year-end banquet. The program's headquarters are located at 34 West Street in the federal building. Information about 4-H can be found on their Facebook page and website. A significant recent development is the construction of a new small species building, funded by community donations, to which a 9-year-old 4-H member, Harper Diamond, significantly contributed by donating the proceeds from her pig sale. The fair will also showcase a "QR project" where youth create short videos about their projects, accessible via QR codes displayed at the fair. The program aims to provide youth with a well-rounded experience, including opportunities for scholarships, grants, field trips, guest speakers, and camps, all aimed at youth development and betterment. The Faget County Fair dates are July 30th through August 8th. This year's fair includes events like the Supreme Showman contest and an Oldtimers Showmanship event for those 21 and over. The auction for market animals will occur on Friday evening. Participants highlighted the time commitment and dedication required for raising animals, emphasizing the bonding experience and the sense of accomplishment.