ISU Extension and Outreach - Story County

10/22/2026

🍂 Learn How to Create a Beautiful Fall Tablescape! 🍂

During our Fall Table Setting & Floral Workshop participants will explore simple design tips for arranging place settings, incorporating autumn colors and décor, and creating a stunning fall tablescape. Plus, you'll design and make your own floral centerpiece to take home and enjoy!

📅 Sunday, November 22, 2026
⏰ 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
📍 Story County Extension, Ames
👥 Adults & Youth (4th Grade and Up)

Spots are limited, so register today: https://go.iastate.edu/SOWAD5

10/13/2026

🤖 Interested in robotics, STEM, and teamwork?

The FTC Robot Corps 4-H Club is restarting and looking for youth in grades 7-12 to join an exciting season of FIRST Tech Challenge robotics!

In the FIRST® Tech Challenge students work with their mentors to design, build, and compete with robots while developing STEM skills, engineering innovation, community leadership, and confidence for future success.

Meeting Dates:
Saturday's | 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Tuesday's | 6:00 PM-8:00 PM

📍 Story County Extension Office, Ames

For more information and registration contact Mary Wilkins at 515-337-1601! [email protected]

10/12/2026

🌱🥬 Visit Story County Extension at the ISU Local Food Festival! 🥗

Stop by our booth on October 14 at the ISU Memorial Union West Loop to explore our hydroponics system, pick up nutrition tips, enter for prizes, and learn about programs and resources for all ages!

📅 October 14, 2026
⏰ 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Come celebrate local food, healthy living, and sustainable agriculture with us!

10/08/2026

Today is Thankful Thursday🍀

4-H wouldn't be possible without the incredible volunteers, educators, mentors, leaders, parents, and supporters who help youth learn, grow, and thrive every day.

This Thankful Thursday, take a moment to recognize someone who has made a difference in your 4-H journey. Share a story, give a shoutout, or simply say thank you to those whose encouragement, leadership, and support have impacted your life.

Who are you thankful for? Drop their name in the comments and help us celebrate the people who make 4-H great! 🌟

10/07/2026

It’s 4-H Day of Giving!

Today, your support goes even further thanks to matching donations! Every gift helps provide life-changing opportunities for youth through leadership, citizenship, STEM, agriculture, and hands-on learning experiences.

💚 Make a difference for the next generation of leaders. ✅ Give today ✅ Double your impact with matching funds ✅ Support local 4-H youth

🔗 See the donation link below

10/06/2026

Today is the Day! Join the Story County 4-H Foundation in Iowa 4-H Day of Giving! 🍀 💚

A little can go a long way when we get together and give together! Join the movement today and tomorrow, October 6-7 for Giving Day! Noon-Noon! 🍀

https://www.iowa4hgivingday.org/organizations/storycounty4h

10/05/2026

Happy National 4-H Week! 💚🍀 Our staff is showing our 4-H spirit today! Let’s see yours! ⬇️

10/04/2026

🍀💚 Tomorrow is Go Green Monday! 💚🍀

Help us celebrate National 4-H Week by going green tomorrow! Wear your favorite 4-H shirt, decorate your workspace, add some green lights, or encourage others to join in.

Together, let's show our 4-H spirit and celebrate how youth are becoming Beyond Ready for the future. 🌟

Don't forget to snap a photo and share it with us! 🍀

10/04/2026

💚 Happy National 4-H Week | October 4-10, 2026 💚

This year's theme, Beyond Ready, celebrates how 4-H helps youth build skills, make connections, and discover their potential. Through hands-on learning and new experiences, 4-H empowers young people to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Join us as we celebrate the impact of 4-H and the amazing youth who are truly Beyond Ready! 🌟