MSU Extension Ingham County

9:00 – 10:00 

Trash to Treasures: Rag Rugs 

Trash to Treasure as you learn how to make a rug from scrap material. 

Candle Making (Repeats 10:00 – 11:00) 

Ever wanted to make a custom candle that’s totally unique to you? You’ll get hands-on experience working with soy wax and the best way to let your candle cure for a great burn. Choose your favorite scent to create a high-quality candle you’ll be proud to show off and enjoy! 

First Aid and Safety 

Are you ready to handle first aid and safety at home or while babysitting? Learn the importance of staying calm, how to bandage, guiding and protecting children in your care, how to use a fire extinguisher and lots more. You can be a confident first aider in everyday emergency situations! Yes you can! 

10:00 – 11:00 

What’s All The Buzz? Michigan Pollinators & How To Help Them Thrive (Repeats 11-00 – 12:00 & 12:30 – 1:30) 

• Let’s have fun soaring with our Michigan pollinators in understanding the roles between plants and pollinators. 

• Focus will be specific to Michigan plants and pollinators. 

• Focus will include what food crops need pollinators. 

• We will learn how native plants support our very important pollinators and why they matter.? You will create a bee habitat and a pollinator watering station to take home to support your own growing landscape. 

Design and Create A Special Word Bracelet (Repeats 11:00 – 12:00) 

Unleash your inner designer and level up your wrist game in this hands-on jewelry workshop!  Use colorful beads and expressive word beads to craft a set of bracelets that are as unique as you are. Along the way, you’ll learn double-stringing and the "invisible knot" technique to ensure your creations are durable for every adventure. 

Candle Making (Repeats 9:00 – 10:00) 

Ever wanted to make a custom candle that’s totally unique to you? You’ll get hands-on experience working with soy wax and the best way to let your candle cure for a great burn. Choose your favorite scent to create a high-quality candle you’ll be proud to show off and enjoy! 

Diamond Dot Keychains 

Join us to learn the new art that is trending. You will complete a diamond painted butterfly key chain as you learn. 

Beginning Archery 

(repeats 12:30 – 1:30) 

Would you like to learn to shoot a bow and arrow? Bullseye! This hands-on session is all about learning archery skills that are used in 4-H all the way up to the Olympics! You will get to experience different types of equipment and how to develop good shooting form while shooting at official competition sized targets. All equipment is supplied; the only requirement is that you must wear closed-toe shoes (no sandals, etc.). 

11:00 - Noon 

Take Your Best Shot (Repeats 1:30 – 2:30) 

Whether you are brand new to shooting sports or you have some experience at home, join us to learn more about the fundamentals of great target shooting. The techniques we will explore are used in 4-H, collegiate competitions, and even in the Olympics! In this hands-on session, we will focus on 10-meter air rifle and 5 meter BB gun events. We will also discuss the other shooting sports events available in Ingham County 4-H. All equipment will be supplied, just make sure that you are wearing closed-toe shoes (no sandals, etc.). 

Design and Create A Special Word Bracelet (Repeats 10:00 – 11:00) 

Unleash your inner designer and level up your wrist game in this hands-on jewelry workshop!  Use colorful beads and expressive word beads to craft a set of bracelets that are as unique as you are. Along the way, you’ll learn double-stringing and the "invisible knot" technique to ensure your creations are durable for every adventure. 

What’s All The Buzz? Michigan Pollinators & How To Help Them Thrive (Repeats 10:00 – 11:00 & 12:30 – 1:30) 

• Let’s have fun soaring with our Michigan pollinators in understanding the roles between plants and pollinators. 

• Focus will be specific to Michigan plants and pollinators. 

• Focus will include what food crops need pollinators. 

• We will learn how native plants support our very important pollinators and why they matter.? You will create a bee habitat and a pollinator watering station to take home to support your own growing landscape. 

Photography With Your Cell Phone (Repeats 12:30 – 1:30) 

Bring your phone and jump into a hands-on photo session where you’ll learn to capture fun shots of your pets, friends, and favorite places! You’ll get to explore your camera’s settings and try out composition tricks that make your pictures look great. Learn new skills and get creative with the camera you already have in your pocket! Cameras are also welcome. 

Spring/Easter Card Making (Repeats 12:30 – 1:30 

Learn various techniques to create personalized, handmade spring or Easter cards using supplies like paper, stamps, inks, embellishments, and dies, covering basic card construction to more advanced layering and design elements. 

12:30 – 1:30 

Beginning Archery 

(repeats 10:00 – 11:00) 

Would you like to learn to shoot a bow and arrow? Bullseye! This hands-on session is all about learning archery skills that are used in 4-H all the way up to the Olympics! You will get to experience different types of equipment and how to develop good shooting form while shooting at official competition sized targets. All equipment will be supplied, the only requirement is that you must wear closed-toe shoes (no sandals, etc.). 

What’s All The Buzz? Michigan Pollinators & How To Help Them Thrive (Repeats 10:00 – 11:00 & 11:00 – 12:00) 

• Let’s have fun soaring with our Michigan pollinators in understanding the roles between plants and pollinators. 

• Focus will be specific to Michigan plants and pollinators. 

• Focus will include what food crops need pollinators. 

• We will learn how native plants support our very important pollinators and why they matter.? You will create a bee habitat and a pollinator watering station to take home to support your own growing landscape. 

Photography With Your Cell Phone (Repeats 11:00 – 12:00) 

Bring your phone and jump into a hands-on photo session where you’ll learn to capture fun shots of your pets, friends, and favorite places! You’ll get to explore your camera’s settings and try out composition tricks that make your pictures look great. Learn new skills and get creative with the camera you already have in your pocket! Cameras are also welcome. 

Plant Based Spa Products – An Entrepreneurial Project 

Have fun making homemade spa treatments. In this workshop we will learn to make botanical body scrubs, facial treatments, and bath fizzies. These are great treats for yourself or for gifts. You will take home all the products for a day at your own spa. 

Spring/Easter Card Making (Repeats 11:00 – 12:00 

Learn various techniques to create personalized, handmade spring or Easter cards using supplies like paper, stamps, inks, embellishments, and dies, covering basic card construction to more advanced layering and design elements. 

1:30 – 2:30 

Cross Stich A Keychain or Coaster 

Learn the basics of cross stich as you create your own keychain or coaster. 

Take Your Best Shot 

(repeats 11:00 – noon) 

Whether you are brand new to shooting sports or you have some experience at home, join us to learn more about the fundamentals of great target shooting. The techniques we will explore are used in 4-H, collegiate competitions, and even in the Olympics! In this hands-on session, we will focus on 10-meter air rifle and 5 meter BB gun events. We will also discuss the other shooting sports events available in Ingham County 4-H. All equipment will be supplied, just make sure that you are wearing closed-toe shoes (no sandals, etc.). 

Trash to Treasurers:  Turn A Book Into An Egg 

Upcycle a book into a decorative egg. 

Time(s) Offered 

Title 

Description 

2 times offered 

9:00 – 11:00 

12:30 – 2:30 

Woodworking 

Make a cedar birdhouse as you assemble pre-cut parts while learning safety measures essential to woodworking. In this hands-on activity, you will learn the proper techniques in using a hand saw, hammer and nails, screws and a brad nailer, time permitting. Youth will work to complete a bird house to take home and possibly exhibit at the Fair. All supplies are provided. 

9:00 – 11:00 

Circuitry 

In this fun, hands-on class, students will explore how electric circuitry works and how simple circuits are made. They will practice safe soldering with close guidance and learn how to connect components to make their own working projects. The class focuses on safety, teamwork, and problem-solving while encouraging curiosity and confidence. No experience is needed—just a willingness to learn, build, and have fun with electronics!  There is an additional cost of $25.00. 

9:00 – Noon 

Cloverbuds 

During our workshop, children will move from station to station learning art, sewing, cooking, STEM skills and more. Children will also get a chance to prepare their own snack. Keep in mind we may get messy so wear clothes accordingly.  

10:00 – 12:00 

100@ Cacoa – This One Is Super Tasty 

A Delicious Lesson on Chocolate. In this session we will learn more about this “Food of the Gods” We will learn about how Cacao is grown and how chocolate is made. We will taste chocolate from around the world and make some tasty chocolate treats. 

12:30 – 2:30 

Cross Stich Bookmarks 

Create a bookmark using cross stich.  Participants should have the ability to thread their own needles. 

12:30 – 2:30 

Native Americans 

Step back in time with us to explore the ingenious "ancient technologies" of flint knapping and traditional ceramics. You’ll get hands-on with authentic examples of stone tools and discover the beautiful, diverse decorating techniques used by Native Americans across North America. After the demonstration, we'll keep things tactile and fun by crafting our own quick-and-easy pinch pots to take home! 

9:15 – 10:00 

Let’s Take A Tour of The 4-H Ingham County Fair Book 

Get your youth settled into their morning session and then head over to the Fair Book Preview at 9:15 AM! This is your chance to flip through the 2026 Fair Book, clarify any offerings, and get the inside scoop on important changes for the upcoming season. We’ll review club opportunities and highlight both new and existing projects, giving you plenty of time to ask questions so you can feel confident helping your kids navigate their best fair year yet.