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FAIR BOARD. Meetings for the 2008 Fair will be on January 22nd, 2008; March 25th, 2008; June 17th, 2008; & July 15th, 2008. All these meeting will take place in the Pennino Building, a part of Fairfax County Government Center, at 7:15p.m. on the 10th floor in the Virginia Room. All 4-Hers are welcome to attend; however, it is highly encouraged that all superintendents attend the Fair Board meetings.
12011 Government Center Pkwy
Fairfax, VA 22035
MINI-GRANTS. The Fair Board is still taking Mini-Grant Applications until June 20th, 2008 and will review the mini-grants during their monthly meeting. Please note that a maximum of $1000 will be spent on the mini-grants received between January 23rd and June 20th, 2008.
All mini-grants should be faxed in to Mr. Clyde Jackson at 703 -324- 5337. If you have questions or concerns please contact the executive board at fairfax4h@yahoo.com or Mr. Jackson at cfjack@vt.edu.
Please use the link below to download the Mini-Grant Application form.
2008 OFFICERS. Congratulations to the 2008 Fairfax County 4-H Fair Officers: President, Mark Nagurny; First Vice-President, Tommy Clark; Second Vice-President, Alex Koma; and Secretary, Nadia Ghosheh. The Adult Treasurer is Mr. Brian Koma and the Extension Agent is Mr. Clyde Jackson.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE. All 4-Hers planning to be a 2007 4-H Fair Superintendent, whether new or returning, are asked to contact the Fair Board President or Mr. Clyde Jackson, Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development, telephone (703) 324-5357 or fax (703) 324-5337 as soon as possible.
NEW COMMITTEES. The 2008 Fair Board has developed new committees for the new year! Currently we have the Layout Committee led by Anna Isserow, the Sponsorship Committee led by Nadia Ghosheh and Clyde Jackson, the Publicity Committee led by the 2 B A Bee Club. We are still looking for an Adult and youth leader to lead the Crafters and Vendors Committee - It's a big job. Please e-mail Clyde Jackson or the Fair Board Secretary if you are interested.
SPONSORSHIPS. Sponsorships are a great way to promote your business and support the 4-H Fair. Learn about the advantages of becoming a Corporate Sponsor or a Department Sponsor. Departments include Arts; Clothing; Crafts; Dog Show; Electricity & Electronics; Floriculture; Foods & Nutrition; Home Environment; Horse Show; Kids and Fun; Livestock; Natural Sciences; Pet Show; Photography; Rabbit, Cavy & Poultry; Vegetables; and Woodworking.
Detailed information for interested sponsors is available from 4-Hers and Mr. Clyde Jackson, Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development, telephone (703) 324-5357 or fax (703) 324-5337.
Clover donor forms are also available for families and individuals who wish to contribute $5-$35 towards the 2008 4-H County Fair.
