4-H Home Arts Auction
Welcome to the 4-H Home Arts Auction information page! This special event celebrates the creativity, craftsmanship, and dedication of our 4-H youth in Clare County. Join us as we showcase a variety of handmade and skill-based projects that reflect months of hard work and personal growth.
Event Details
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Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025
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Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Location: Clare County Fairgrounds | Harrison, MI
What is the Home Arts Auction?
The 4-H Home Arts Auction gives youth the opportunity to:
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Present and sell their completed non-livestock projects
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Practice public speaking and entrepreneurship skills
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Earn funds to reinvest in future projects or educational goals
Examples of auction-eligible projects:
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Sewing and textile crafts
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Woodworking, painting, and photography
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Baking and food preservation
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Paper crafts, scrapbooking, and more
👨👩👧👦 Who Can Participate?
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Eligibility: Clare County 4-H members ages 8–19 (as of Jan 1, 2025)
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Entry Requirement: Must receive project approval and submit the official Home Arts Auction Entry Form
📝 How to Enter
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Complete your Home Arts project and submit it for judging.
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Fill out and submit the Home Arts Auction Entry Form.
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Prepare your project for display at the auction.
Prefer a hard copy to print? Print the Entry Form.
📚 Resources for Participants
To help you prepare for a successful auction experience, please review the following:
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✅ Auction Guidelines — Requirements and expectations for participants
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💡 Tips & Tricks Sheet — Helpful pointers for presentation and bidding success
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🎥 Watch: Auction Overview Video — Walkthrough of the new 4-H auction and what to expect this year
These resources are highly recommended for both first-time and returning participants.
📢 Invite Your Supporters!
Friends, family, and community members are encouraged to attend and bid in support of our 4-H youth.
Share this page and help highlight the creativity and dedication of our young people!