Shelby County 4-H

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Shelby County 4-H This page is dedicated to Shelby County 4-H programming as a link to tie in clubs, volunteers, participants and those interested in learning more about us.

4-H is a "learn-by-doing" youth development
program for boys and girls in kindergarten through 12th grade. 4-H involves โ€œany kid...any time...anywhereโ€ through one-time events, camps, organized 4-H clubs (with officers), and activities. Youth have an array of choices in their 4-H experience. Whatever energy, creativity and involvement match the 4-H mission, values, and objectives - that is 4-H!
4-H is the youth development and education program of the Alabama Cooperative
Extension System. For nearly 100 years, Alabama 4-H has helped young people become resourceful citizens and responsible leaders. By participating in a variety of programs and projects, youth develop life skills, individuality is valued, and kids are encouraged to discover their own talents and interests. 4-H helps young people learn to make decisions, think critically, build relationships, and develop a concern for their community and their world. The mission of 4-H is to serve all youth. At the heart of Alabama 4-Hโ€™s curricula is the belief that programs must instill life-development skills. No matter the subject, 4-H instructs youth in the character values needed to be productive citizens. Alabama 4-H also teaches leadership skills because of its commitment to positive youth development.

10/09/2026

Take a few moments now to prepare.

As Tropical Storm Isaias, pronounced ees-ah-EE-ahs, develops in the Gulf, Alabama Extension encourages everyone to review hurricane preparations at home, at work, and on the farm.

Review emergency plans and confirm important contacts.
Take steps to protect your family, property, and important records.
Prepare livestock, crops, and farm equipment.
After the storm, stay clear of fallen trees, loose debris, and downed power lines.

Monitor updates from the National Hurricane Center and your local National Weather Service office, and follow instructions from local emergency officials.

Find preparedness resources through Alabama Extensionโ€™s Alabama Ready initiative: https://www.aces.edu/go/4522

10/07/2026
๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ’šKicking off National 4-H Week with โ€œhands to larger serviceโ€! ๐Ÿ’š๐ŸŒฟMembers of the Shelby County Youth Leadership Council ...
10/05/2026

๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ’šKicking off National 4-H Week with โ€œhands to larger serviceโ€! ๐Ÿ’š๐ŸŒฟ

Members of the Shelby County Youth Leadership Council and the Great Outdoors Club kicked off National 4-H Week by putting the words of the 4-H Pledge into action: โ€œhands to larger service.โ€ ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿ€

Our youth spent time cleaning up a local creek trail in Shelby County, giving back to their community while caring for the environment. Their hard work is a wonderful example of 4-H youth leading through service and making a difference right here at home! ๐ŸŒŽ๐ŸŒฑ

Hereโ€™s to a week of service, leadership, and making the best better! ๐Ÿ’š

10/02/2026
A big thank you to John DeLoach with DeLoach Farms for spending time with our 4-H Agriculture Club today and teaching ou...
09/29/2026

A big thank you to John DeLoach with DeLoach Farms for spending time with our 4-H Agriculture Club today and teaching our members how to pull strawberry beds! Weโ€™re grateful for the opportunity for our youth to learn directly from a local farmer. ๐Ÿšœ

We also want to thank the Shelby County Farmers Federation for their support in making this agriculture club possible. Your investment in our youth and Alabama agriculture is helping create meaningful learning opportunities and inspire the next generation of farmers and agricultural leaders. ๐ŸŒพโค๏ธ

๐ŸŽญโœจ What a great first meeting for the 4-H Drama Club yesterday! Weโ€™re already off and running with the beginning prepara...
09/18/2026

๐ŸŽญโœจ What a great first meeting for the 4-H Drama Club yesterday! Weโ€™re already off and running with the beginning preparations for this yearโ€™s play, The Wizard of Oz! ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿง™โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ€

Some of our Shelby County 4-H Youth Council members had a great time volunteering today at the annual Miracle League Bow...
08/16/2026

Some of our Shelby County 4-H Youth Council members had a great time volunteering today at the annual Miracle League Bowling Tournament! ๐ŸŽณ๐Ÿ€

They helped support a wonderful cause while raising money to make a difference in the lives of others. Weโ€™re so proud of our 4-H members for giving back and serving their community! ๐Ÿ™Œโœจ

08/11/2026

๐Ÿ๐ŸŒป POLLINATOR PALOOZA IS COMING! ๐Ÿฆ‹๐ŸŒผ

Weโ€™re buzzing with excitement to announce that the Shelby County Extension Office is participating in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census! ๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿ

Join us on Friday, August 21, beginning at 3:30 p.m. for Pollinator Palooza, a fun-filled afternoon for ALL ages! ๐ŸŽ‰

Weโ€™ll become citizen scientists as we observe, count, and celebrate the incredible pollinators that help our gardens, farms, and ecosystems thrive. ๐ŸŒธ๐Ÿ”Ž

โœจ Whatโ€™s happening at Pollinator Palooza?
๐Ÿ Learn more about our amazing pollinators
๐ŸŒผ Participate in the Great Southeast Pollinator Census
๐ŸŽฏ Play Pollinator Bingo
๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿง’ Enjoy fun activities for kids

๐ŸŽ Have a chance to win a prize or two!

Whether youโ€™re a seasoned gardener, a curious kid, a nature lover, or just want to spend some time discovering the tiny creatures that keep our world blooming, thereโ€™s a place for you at Pollinator Palooza! ๐ŸŒป

๐Ÿ“… Friday, September 21
โฐ Beginning at 3:30 p.m.
๐Ÿ“ Shelby County Extension Office

Come count some bugs, learn something new, and celebrate the pollinators that make our world a little more colorful! ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ’›

Bring your curiosity. Weโ€™ll bring the pollinators! ๐ŸŒธ๐Ÿ”Ž

So many great 4-H clubs to choose from this semester!Whether your child loves art, science, agriculture, the outdoors, a...
08/11/2026

So many great 4-H clubs to choose from this semester!

Whether your child loves art, science, agriculture, the outdoors, animals, leadership, or trying something new, we have a club for them! ๐Ÿด๐ŸŽจ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐ŸŒฒ

Check out the descriptions below for a quick look at our clubs, along with general meeting dates and locations. ๐Ÿ“…๐Ÿ“

๐Ÿ‘‰ Please note: Exact meeting dates, times, and locations will be shared with enrolled 4-H members before each meeting.

And the best part? All of our clubs are FREE! ๐ŸŽ‰

๐ŸŒŸ Ready to join? Enroll today at 4-H Online: https://v2.4honline.com

We canโ€™t wait to see what your child discovers, learns, and creates this year!

Address

54 Kelley Lane
Columbiana, AL
35051

Opening Hours

Monday 7:45am - 4:15pm
Tuesday 7:45am - 4:15pm
Wednesday 7:45am - 4:15pm
Thursday 7:45am - 4:15pm
Friday 7:45am - 4:15pm

Telephone

(205) 669-6763

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