This summer, youth attending the Mercer County 4-H camp were lucky enough to be taught improvisational quilting techniques by volunteers from the Princeton Sankofa Stitchers. The Princeton Sankofa Stitchers is a modern quilt guild that fosters the tradition of quilting arts in the African American Community. The campers choose vibrant fabrics and cut them into […]
Looking for summertime fun for the whole family? Head to the Mercer County 4-H Fair at beautiful Howell Living History Farm, Saturday and Sunday, July 26-27, for animal shows, hayrides, music, food, and more! Tour the farm, explore the exhibits, attend a magic show, challenge a friend on the archery range, or relax and enjoy […]
This spring, the Mercer County 4-H STEM Ambassadors have been active across Mercer County and New Jersey, representing Rutgers Cooperative Extension and sharing their passion for STEM with youth, families, and fellow learners. Here is a look at the different events they participated in this season: On April 5, our STEM Ambassadors participated in Spring […]
Do you know how much added sugar is in some of our favorite drinks? How can we determine the number of grams of sugar in those drinks based on serving sizes? For a much easier way to visualize our sugar intake, how can we convert grams of sugar to teaspoons of sugar? Why should we […]
The Mercer County Commission on the Status of Women, which was established under the Mercer County Department of Human Services in 1976, hosted its annual award ceremony last month to honor those selected for the Young Woman of Achievement Award. The award recognizes the time and dedication of outstanding high school seniors for their volunteer work […]
