The Somerset County 4-H Fair is back again this August for more summer fun.
Join Somerset County 4-H, Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Somerset County, and the Somerset County 4-H Association this summer in celebrating a fairy tale-themed 4-H Fair, taking place on Aug. 7, 8, and 9. The 4-H Fair is free and will run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at North Branch Park in Bridgewater each day, offering three days of entertainment, food, and family fun for all ages. Dedicated members of the 4-H youth organization will host a diverse range of activities found in various tents at the fairgrounds. Attendees can look forward to experiencing the pride of community engagement and enjoying the animal exhibits, science exhibits, and art displays created by talented 4-H members, as well as local vendors, offerings from other departments of the Somerset County Rutgers Cooperative Extension, and a variety of offerings from Somerset County.
“August in Somerset County means the 4-H Fair at North Branch Park, the largest event we host and in my opinion one of the best,” said Commissioner Director Shanel Y. Robinson in a release through Somerset County. “Seeing the 4-H members showing off the animals and projects they worked on the whole year is wonderful, and Somerset County is thrilled to be a part of the experience.”
The Somerset County 4-H Fair was voted as an “Outstanding Event” by Somerset County Tourism in 2020. This year will be the 76th Fair.
Beyond its members, the value of 4-H extends to the larger community. Through various community outreach projects and public events, 4-H contributes to youth development and education throughout Somerset County. The Fair serves as a showcase of the accomplishments of 4-H youth members, allowing them to take pride in their work and share their knowledge with the community.
The 4-H Association takes great pride in the accomplishments of its members throughout the year, and the Fair serves as an opportunity to showcase the time and energy invested in the 4-H program.
For more information about the Somerset County 4-H Fair, visit: https://4histops.org/fair.
Somerset County 4-H Fair is sponsored by (as of July) Affinity Credit Union, Alstede Farms, Arthur’s Self Storage Branchburg, Belle Mead CO-OP, Bernardsville Animal Hospital, Dave’s Suburban Disposal, Dubitsky Family Dental, ENT and Allergy Associates, LLP, Harlingen Veterinary Clinic/Vincerne, Just Subs, Laufer – Dalena – Jensen -Bradley & Doran, L.L.C, Loew & Patel Orthodontics, Premier Energy Group LLC, Schwab Charitable Foundation, SK Painting and Tiling, Verve Bistro Bar & Lounge, and Web Samurai.
4-H is the largest nationwide youth development organization in America, offering resources to youth through engaging clubs & activities, volunteer opportunities, and informative workshops to create compassionate, responsible, and skilled citizens in the community and beyond.
About the RCE Somerset County 4-H Youth Development Program
The 4-H Youth Development Program is part of Rutgers Cooperative Extension, Rutgers University, New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station. 4-H educational programs are offered to all youth, grades K-13, on an age-appropriate basis, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, marital status, domestic partnership status, military service, veteran status, and any other category protected by law.
For information on how you can become involved in 4-H as a member or volunteer leader contact the Somerset County 4-H Office at (908) 526-6644 or by visiting their website at 4histops.org. Visit the New Jersey 4-H website at https://www.nj4h.rutgers.edu/ to learn about 4-H Youth Development Program opportunities.
