Results and pictures coming soon........................

2011 Le Sueur County Fair

Raking in the Fun With  4H

Le Sueur County 4H Dog Show Held

Dog Show Participants


Hannah Holicky Frankie and Vinnie
Reserve champion rally, Reserve champion agility, Champion agility, Champion jumpers

Connor Domonoske, Mater

Stephanie Holicky, Lilly

Taylor Holicky, Misty & Pepsi
Champion obedience

Nolan Wetzel, Belle
Champion jr novice showmanship

Briana Berninghaus, Dixie
Reserve champion jr open showmanship, Reserve champion novice rally, Reserve champion jumpers

Taylor Jaeckels, Penny
Reserve champion obedience A, Reserve champion pre novice rally, Reserve champion pre agility

Sena Balblach, Topy & Sasha
Champion novice rally, Champion graduate beginner obedience, Champion jr open showmanship, Reserve champion agility

Grace SanGiacomo, Emma

Andi Grundhoffer, Sammy
Champion beginner A obedience

Dennis Bisek, Toby

Sophia Alladin, Teddy
Reserve champion jr novice showmanship

Bridget Baker, Morgan
Champion sr novice showmanship

Brianna Robeck, Coby
Champion graduate novice obedience, Champion pre advanced rally

Victoria Bisek, Brittney
Champion pre novice rally, Champion pre agility, Champion jr novice showmanship

Nick Bisek, Tasha

RJ Tollerud, Magneto

Dianne LeBrun, Jozzy & Mack
Reserve champion novice obedience, Reserve champion graduate novice obedience, Champion sr open showmanship, Champion jumpers, Reserve champion jumpers

4H Clothing and Quilting Project Judging

The Le Sueur County 4-H Program had its annual Fashion Revue Project Night on Tuesday, July 19^th, 2011 at the 4-H Family Center in Le Center, MN.

            The idea of the Fashion Revue Project is to give 4-H members the opportunity to share with others their talent and knowledge about textiles. The Fashion Revue Show is put on every year by the Fashion Revue members for the public to present their exhibits.

            In total, there were 24, 4-H participants in the fashion show, ranging from grades kindergarten to freshman in college in categories consisting of Fashion Revue Purchased, which are clothes that you buy to form an outfit. Quilt Revue which is designing a quilt from your choice of fabric and pattern. As well as Fashion Revue Constructed, in which you sew a garment from fabric from a pattern. The Categories are then split into Divisions. The Senior Division is members in grades 9 and above, Intermediate is grades 6 thru 8, Beginner is grades 3 thru 5 and Cloverbuds are Kindergarten thru 3^rd grade.

 Overall, our Champion in Purchased Clothing was Marta Springer, daughter of John and Holly from Cleveland. Marta modeled a white flowered skirt with texture, along with a blue/green tank top with a black sweater over the tank top. Marta competed in the Purchased Intermediate Age Division and also won the Fashion Revue Purchased Intermediate Division Champion. The Fashion Revue Purchased Senior Division Champion went to Jenna Randolph, daughter or Tricia Denn from New Prague. Jenna modeled a red dressy, sleeveless blouse and black slacks. Kendra Kajer, daughter or Paul and Tammy Kajer received Fashion Revue Purchased Senior Reserve Division Champion, where she modeled a short black and brown skirt with a cream colored belt and a loose pinkish-red shirt tucked in with a black tank top underneath. In the Intermediate Division, Marta Springer received Champion. Intermediate Purchased Fashion Revue Reserve Division Champion went to Sara Jewison, daughter or Jeff and Pam from New Prague. She modeled white linen beach pants, with a turquoise thin strap tank top, along with a fuchsia burnout tank top. Honorable Mentions for the Intermediate Division went to Jenna Randolph and Marissa Milless. For Beginner Purchased, Vicorita Bisek, daughter of Tony and Sandy from Webster won Fashion Revue Beginner Purchased Division Champion, modeling a pink lacy tank top, along with a fuchsia pink white tank top and Denim Ber Muda Shorts with a sparkly belt. The Fashion Revue Purchased Beginner Reserve Division Champion went to Katelynn Erickson, daughter of Steve and Laurie from Madison Lake, where she modeled a tie-dye looking top with faint purple and black hearts with sparkling purple scarf and DK Denim Capri’s with black sparkly flats.

The Overall Champion in Constructed Clothing was Natalia Giraldo, exchange student from Columbia with Dan and Arlene Roberts from Montgomery. This was Natalia’s first time in the Clothing Project where she modeled and sewed a knee-length purple pleated skirt with a black waist band that has a side invisible zipper and one side pocket. Natalia competed in the Constructed Senior Division and also won the Fashion Revue Constructed Senior Division Champion. The Fashion Revue Constructed Senior Reserve Division Champion went to Christine Schwartz from the Sharon Progressives 4-H Club where she constructed a flare, knee-length flowered aqua colored skirt with a slit in the front. In the Beginner Constructed Division, Madison Gilbertson, daughter of Curt and Denise Gilbertson from Montgomery won Beginner Constructed Division Champion with her sundress bodice with handkerchief hem that she made. Her sister Cassidy Gilbertson received Beginner Constructed Division Reserve Champion with her lime green and white spaghetti strap, gathered bodice with a tapered hem line and fuzzy lime green booties. Finally, for Constructed we had one Cloverbud entry from Allison Rients, daughter of Kevin and Brenda from Elysian who received a Participation Award with her polka dot print sleeveless top with shoulder straps tied with a bow.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year's fashion revue and supporting the Le Sueur County 4-H’ers on all their hard work, effort and spectacular talent  Thanks to all the judges, volunteers, and parents who have helped make the event a success. As well as, the Clothing Committee, the Le Center Floral for all the beautiful flowers and Rademachaers for making the delicious cupcakes. We hope to see everyone at the Fashion Revue Public Showing in the future.

2011 Relay for Life

Le Sueur County 4H Summer Intern, Laura Bachmeier and Ambassadors serve supper at the 2011 Relay for Life in Le Center at the Fairgrounds July 8th.

2011 Demonstration and Performing Arts Judging Event

The Le Sueur County 4-H program put on numerous, outstanding Demonstrations and Performing Art’s acts on Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 at the 4-H Family Center in Le Center, MN. Demonstration Judging started at 5:00 p.m. and Performing Arts started at 6:00 p.m. The annual county event is conducted to give youth members in 4-H, of all ages, to acquire the experience of communicating through speech or performance in front of an audience to express and share their ability of talent and knowledge. Demonstrations and Performing Arts are either presented as a single member, or in a small group of two to four participants.

There were a total of 19 participants in all, with 10 performers in Demonstrations, and 22 performers in Performing Arts. All of which each act with members eligible, are competing for a Minnesota State Fair Trip in the fall of August, 2011.

In Demonstration, the overall Traditional Champion was awarded to Kayla and Kali Schwartz, where they demonstrated English Country Dancing. Overall Reserve Champion was given to Christine Schwartz, a 9th grader, with a demonstration on How to Decorate Cupcakes. In Illustrated Presentations, Champion went to Jered Wolbeck, giving a demonstration about Apple Tree Care. Reserve went to Brian Prchal, an 8th grader who gave a presentation on Can Biomimicry Enhance the Efficiency. Honorable Mention went to Ryan Reibel, a 9th grader who presented how to properly golf.

On the stage with 15 outstanding Performing Arts acts, the overall Champion was awarded to Kali, Kayla and Cassie Schwartz where the three sisters performed vocally, singing “When you Believe”. Reserve Champion went to Katherine and Alexandra Sandquist in their ballet performance, dancing to “New Soul”. Beginner Division Champion went to Anna Prchal, where she tap danced to “Footloose”. Intermediate Division Champion, grades 6 thru 8, was given to Katherine and Alexandra Sandquist for their ballet routine to “New Soul”. Senior Division Champion, grades 9 and above, went to Kali, Kayla and Cassie Schwartz in their vocal performance of “When you Believe”

The Le Sueur County 4-H Program is once again very honored and proud of the hard work and effort of the youth who participated in presenting a Demonstration or Performing Arts that expressed a large amount of talent among our county. Also, thank you for all of the members who participated in the judging event and good luck to those who will proceed onto the State Fair, as well as all the helpful volunteers, set up crew, and our Demonstration Judge, Katie Wendinger and our Performing Arts Judge, Shelly Conlon.

April 19th Federation Minutes

The April meeting of the Le Sueur County 4-H Federation was held on April 19, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the 4-H Family Center. The meeting was called to order by President Thomas Liepold. Pledges were recited. Roll call took place; 8 clubs were represented. The secretary’s report was read and approved. The treasurer’s report showed a balance of $43,511.13 and was filed and subject to audit.
Old Business: Brittney Riebel gave a report on the Pancake Breakfast.
New Business: Evan King discussed several upcoming events: Livestock Exhibitor Information night will be on April 26; there will be a Horse/Horseless Horse Meeting on May 12 at 7:00; New Member Night will be held on May 24; 4-H Camp dates are June 22-24 for youth camp and June 15-17 for teen camp, and registration forms are available on the 4-H website; YELLO will be on June 6-9, and partial scholarships may be available; animal ID information and forms are on the 4-H website and are due on May 16. Brittney Riebel announced the 4-H County Fair Scarecrow Contest; information and registration forms are located on the 4-H website. Cassie Schwartz spoke about the 2011 County Fair. Premium books will be mailed to each family; these contain guidelines, schedules, and other valuable information pertaining to the County Fair. Eve LeBrun presented the 4-H quilt for 2011 and gave an update on the quilting project in Le Sueur County. Cassie Schwartz discussed the opportunity for a 4-H club to serve food on Wednesday, August 17, during the livestock stalling for a fundraiser. Interested clubs should talk to Pam. Dianne LeBrun gave a report from the dog PDC. Thomas Liepold gave a reminder for clubs to begin working on their scarecrows for the County Fair; he also reminded clubs interested in bringing a banner to the fair that the form is on the 4-H website. Everyone was also reminded about the county T-shirt/sweatshirt order form on the 4-H website (the due date is April 25) and the newsletter, also on the 4-H website. Pam gave an update on the new chairs for the Family Center and announced that the Federation has 4 ceiling fans for sale since new ones were installed in the Family Center. Pam also announced that the Federation Advisory Board made a new policy regarding renting the Family Center for graduations and other events: the back room of the building will no longer be available for rental.
Paula Liepold moved to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded and the meeting was adjourned.

2011 LIVESTOCK ID FORMS

ATTENION ALL 4-H MEMBERS: To be eligible for the 2011 Minnesota State Fair, 2011 Le Sueur County Ribbon Auction, and any ribbon higher than a blue you must get all animal ID forms to the Extension Office by Monday, May 16th no later than 4:30pm or postmarked by Monday, May 16th. Remember also ID forms must be completed prior to assigning MN State tags. Thank you-hope to see you soon!!

2011 Livestock Information Night Held

Fifty-eight people attended the April 26th livestock exhibitor informational meeting.  Guest speaker Jeremy Geske spoke to the group regarding animal care and speaking to the public at the county and state fairs.  Members broke into specie groups and were taught the basics of getting ready for the show and showing their animals.  Special thanks to presenters: Sue Schatz, beef; Patty Traxler, dairy; Deb, Katie & Jake Peterson, goat; Cassie & Christine Schwartz and Brittney Riebel, rabbit; Thomas Liepold and Mara Haugen, sheep; Karen & Brad Richter and Brett Schwartz, swine.  Thanks to everyone who attended the meeting. 

2011 4H State Horse Bowl

Congratulations to the Le Sueur County senior horse bowl team for placing 7th at State!!

2011 4H Dog Training Begins

The first night of 4H dog training was held at the Fairgrounds, Le Center (on grass near horse arena)Trainings will be held every Monday evening at 6:30 pm with the exception of Memorial Day May 30 and July 4th.

If you have questions contact Pam Aanas at 507-357-8525 or email aanas001@umn.edu.  Trainer Ruth Schwartz email is:  raschwartz53@hotmail.com

Spring Pancake Breakfast

Le Sueur County 4Her's put on a tasty pancake breakfast Sunday, March 20th from 8:00 am until 12:30 pm at the 4H Family Center in Le Center. Over 300 were served. Thank you to all who helped and made this a success!!

2011 General Livestock Bowl

Junior Team Results
* 1. Redwood

* 2. Pipestone Bronze

* 3. Pipestone Silver

4. Pipestone Wizards

5. Murray

6. LeSueur
  
7. Swift
 
8. Pipestone Super Heros

Senior Team Results
*1. Redwood

*2. Pipestone Kikos

3. Swift

4. Pipestone Myotonics

5. McLeod

6. Murray/Nobles

7. LeSueur
 
* indicates State Trip Bowl winners

2011 Share the Fun

4-H Share-the-Fun was held Thursday, March 22nd at Park Elementary. Sharon Progressives 4-H Club took top honors with their skit “Minute to Finish”. The skit was written be members Jolee Richter & Christine Schwartz. 4-H members showed the audience what happens when 4-H’ers wait until the last minute to finish their county fair exhibits. They will have the opportunity to perform at the Minnesota State Fair.


Second place act was performed by Farmers Friends 4-H Club. Members of Famers Friends entertained the audience with the Next Top Models 4-H’ers.

Honorable Mention was presented to Cleveland Pioneers 4-H Club. Their skit let everyone in on what really happens after dark at the county fair as the animals were busy visiting when they thought no one was around to hear them.

Special club skit awards were awarded as follows: Best 4-H Theme, Sharon Progressives; Most Humorous, Sharon Progressives; Golden Hammer – Best Props/Set, Farmers Friends; Best Costumes, Cleveland Pioneers.

The "just for fun" acts were presented by very talented 4-Hers. Lauren Senden, daughter of Jim & Lynell Senden of North Mankato received first place for her solo “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”; Victoria Bisek, daughter of Tony & Sandy Bisek of Webster, danced her way to honorable mention, Tyler and Hailie Tegmeier, children of Ryan & Brynn Tegmeier of Elysian also received honorable mention for their rap.

Congratulations and thanks to all who participated.

2011 Dairy Bowl

Regional Results-Hastings

Horse Junior Team

6th place to Le Sueur County

Horse Senior Team

4th place to Le Sueur County-State Bowl Bound

Dairy Senior Teams

8th place to Le Sueur Moo Moos

10th place to Le Sueur The Udder Team