Create fun with 4-H Cloverbuds on Feb. 3

MONTE VISTA – Valley youth ages 5 to 7 are invited to participate in Cloverbuds, a fun activity-focused youth development program, run by San Luis Valley 4-H. The February meeting will take place on Saturday, February 3 from 3-4:30 p.m. at the San Luis Valley Area Extension office in Monte Vista, and will feature clothing-related projects.

Participants will learn to use fabrics and other materials to create zippered cases, and no-sew cinch bags. They’ll also practice working with yarn and making patterns. If time permits, they’ll also tie-dye bandanas. Attendees get to take home their creations.

Kids do not need to be 4-H members to attend this event. The cost is $10 per child, and includes materials and a snack. Youth must RSVP to the Extension office by Wednesday, January 31 if they’d like to participate, as space and materials are limited. Call 719-852-7381 or e-mail [email protected] to register.

The Cloverbuds club will continue to meet monthly with different themes at each meeting. Upcoming themes include cooking, wildlife and rocketry.

For more information on the 4-H program visit http://sanluisvalley.colostate.edu, contact the San Luis Valley Extension office at 719-852-7381 or [email protected], or drop in at 1899 E. Hwy 160 in Monte Vista. 4-H is a national youth development program that teaches kids life skills through partnerships with caring adults. The program is a cooperative effort between Colorado State University Extension and Alamosa, Conejos, Costilla, Mineral, Rio Grande and Saguache counties. Extension programs are available to all without discrimination.