BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Yakima County - ECPv6.1.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Yakima County REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260630T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260408T155443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T155444Z UID:10000608-1782777600-1782863999@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Youth Film Festival Call Back Date DESCRIPTION:Calling Future Film Makers!\n\n\n\nWe have some great opportunities for youth interested in the creation of anime\, short\, or feature films. We will be hosting another Teen Film Camp on Whidbey Island from August 4th-8th\, where participants get immersed in writing\, filming\, and editing their own films. Our mentors are experienced film makers that will be available to answer any questions and guide participants through the creative process. The films made at camp will be shown on the big screen on the last day of camp as apart of the Youth Film Festival on August 8th. See below for more information! \n\n\n\n \n\n \n\nTeen Film Camp\n\n\n\nTeen Film Camp is an amazing opportunity for seniors in 4-H to get hands on experience with creating a short film. Participants will get to learn about a variety of aspects of film making from experienced film makers! Senior 4-H Members are invited to apply\, but space is limited to 8 teens. Applications are being accepted until April 21st\, and those that are selected will be notified by April 30th. Camp Dates are August 4th-8th\, 2026 on Whidbey Island\, Washington. For more information check out the Teen Film Camp website or email R-A Mazzola at r.mazzola@wsu.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nYouth Film Festival\n\n\n\nIf you are a film maker under the age of 18\, and have created an anime\, short or feature film\, we invite you to submit your completed project for possible showing at the 2026 Youth Film Festival. Selected film makers will be contacted by June 30th if their film has been chosen for the festival. The big event will be held from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm on August 8th\, 2026 at the Clyde Theater in Langley\, Washington.  For more information check out the Youth Film Festival website\, or email R-A Mazzola at r.mazzola@wsu.edu URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/youth-film-festival-call-back-date/ CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="R-A%20Mazzola":MAILTO:r.mazzola@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260407T235926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T235927Z UID:10000485-1783728000-1783814399@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:West Valley Fair Record Books Due DESCRIPTION:Get ready for another exciting year at the West Valley Fair! We’re thrilled to announce this year’s theme: “American Flair at the West Valley Fair” \n\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate the heart of our community with incredible livestock exhibits\, hardworking youth\, handmade creations\, and all the red\, white\, and blue spirit you can imagine. From the barns to the exhibitors\, you’ll see dedication\, pride\, and true American tradition on display. \n\n\n\nMark your calendars\, bring the whole family\, and come support our amazing exhibitors as they showcase their talents and hard work. \n\n\n\n\nJuly 13th – Horse Show\n\n\n\n July 16th – 18th – Livestock Show & Sale\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s new at West Valley Fair this year?! \n\n\n\n\nRecord books will be due on Saturday\, July 11th! \n\n\n\nAnimals will NOT be accepted on Wednesday if your record book in not turned in prior to haul-in!\n\n\n\nEntries can be submitted through the Showman App!\n\n\n\n\nFor more information on this year’s updates\, schedule of events\, or 2026 premium book\, please be sure to check out the West Valley Fair webpage. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/west-valley-fair-record-books-due/ LOCATION:West Valley Fair\, 3120 S Wiley Rd\, Yakima\, Washington\, 98908\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="West%20Valley%20Fair":MAILTO:cboisselle2662@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260711T140000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260509T022952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T022954Z UID:10000639-1783760400-1783778400@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:West Valley Record Books Due DESCRIPTION:Important Record Book Update:\n\n\n\nRecord Books are due Saturday\, July 11th (the weekend BEFORE the fair) Record Books are due Saturday\, July 11th from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Blue Barn. \n\n\n\nExhibitors who do not turn in a record book during this time will NOT be eligible to show. \n\n\n\nRecord books will be returned on weigh-in day. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/west-valley-record-books-due/ LOCATION:West Valley Fair\, 3120 S Wiley Rd\, Yakima\, Washington\, 98908\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="West%20Valley%20Fair":MAILTO:cboisselle2662@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260713T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260713T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260407T235739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T235740Z UID:10000483-1783900800-1783987199@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:West Valley Fair Horse Show DESCRIPTION:Get ready for another exciting year at the West Valley Fair! We’re thrilled to announce this year’s theme: “American Flair at the West Valley Fair” \n\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate the heart of our community with incredible livestock exhibits\, hardworking youth\, handmade creations\, and all the red\, white\, and blue spirit you can imagine. From the barns to the exhibitors\, you’ll see dedication\, pride\, and true American tradition on display. \n\n\n\nMark your calendars\, bring the whole family\, and come support our amazing exhibitors as they showcase their talents and hard work. \n\n\n\n\nJuly 13th – Horse Show\n\n\n\n July 16th – 18th – Livestock Show & Sale\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s new at West Valley Fair this year?! \n\n\n\n\nRecord books will be due on Saturday\, July 11th! \n\n\n\nAnimals will NOT be accepted on Wednesday if your record book in not turned in prior to haul-in!\n\n\n\nEntries can be submitted through the Showman App!\n\n\n\n\nFor more information on this year’s updates\, schedule of events\, or 2026 premium book\, please be sure to check out the West Valley Fair webpage. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/west-valley-fair-horse-show/ LOCATION:West Valley Fair\, 3120 S Wiley Rd\, Yakima\, Washington\, 98908\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="West%20Valley%20Fair":MAILTO:cboisselle2662@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260509T021429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T021430Z UID:10000633-1784073600-1784159999@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:National 4-H Youth Survey Deadline DESCRIPTION:Parents and Guardians: if you have a youth between 13-18\, they are invited to take part in the National 4-H Annual Index survey. Their voice can help shape the future of 4-H! The survey will take about 15-24 minutes to complete and will ask about their 4-H experience in 2025. \n\n\n\nThe mission of National 4-H Council is to empower youth in 4-H programs to reach their full potential working and learning in partnership with caring adults. To assess our success in this endeavor\, we are conducting an annual study to measure the impact of 4-H on youth and we invite your 4-H’er(s) to respond. This study is also being replicated by 4-H programs in other states nationwide and is described in greater detail below. You are voluntarily deciding whether or not to allow your child to participate in this study. By allowing your child to complete and submit their survey response\, you have given your permission for your child to participate. Your child can withdraw from the study at any time. \n\n\n\nAll supporting information about the study has been sent to Parents of 4-H youth this week through 4-H Online broadcast email. If participating\, please complete the survey by July 15th\, 2026. \n\n\n\n \n \n Take the Survey Today! URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/national-4-h-youth-survey-deadline/ CATEGORIES:4-H END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T113000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260119T012741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T175340Z UID:10000390-1784111400-1784115000@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Master Gardener Program Meeting DESCRIPTION:This meeting is for Yakima Master Gardeners to learn about recent and upcoming Master Gardener Program activities. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/master-gardener-program-meeting/2026-07-15/ LOCATION:Ahtanum Park Red Barn\, 1000 Ahtanum Blvd\, Union Gap\, Washington\, 98903\, United States CATEGORIES:Master Gardener END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260407T235832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T235832Z UID:10000484-1784160000-1784419199@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:West Valley Fair Livestock Show & Sale DESCRIPTION:Get ready for another exciting year at the West Valley Fair! We’re thrilled to announce this year’s theme: “American Flair at the West Valley Fair” \n\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate the heart of our community with incredible livestock exhibits\, hardworking youth\, handmade creations\, and all the red\, white\, and blue spirit you can imagine. From the barns to the exhibitors\, you’ll see dedication\, pride\, and true American tradition on display. \n\n\n\nMark your calendars\, bring the whole family\, and come support our amazing exhibitors as they showcase their talents and hard work. \n\n\n\n\nJuly 13th – Horse Show\n\n\n\n July 16th – 18th – Livestock Show & Sale\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s new at West Valley Fair this year?! \n\n\n\n\nRecord books will be due on Saturday\, July 11th! \n\n\n\nAnimals will NOT be accepted on Wednesday if your record book in not turned in prior to haul-in!\n\n\n\nEntries can be submitted through the Showman App!\n\n\n\n\nFor more information on this year’s updates\, schedule of events\, or 2026 premium book\, please be sure to check out the West Valley Fair webpage. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/west-valley-fair-livestock-show-sale/ LOCATION:West Valley Fair\, 3120 S Wiley Rd\, Yakima\, Washington\, 98908\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="West%20Valley%20Fair":MAILTO:cboisselle2662@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260717T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260719T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260319T222339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T222732Z UID:10000458-1784246400-1784505599@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Horse Pre-Show with Kittitas County 4-H DESCRIPTION:Kittitas County 4-H has generously invited members from Yakima County 4-H to participate at some of their equine events! \n\n\n\nEquine event schedule: \n\n\n\n\nApril 6th – Horse Judging\n\n\n\nApril 11th – Bits & Buckles Spring Show\n\n\n\nMay 9th – Spring Leader’s Show\n\n\n\nJune 27th – 28th – Training Days & 2nd Horse Judging(still working on details)\n\n\n\nJuly 17th – 19th – Horse Pre-Show (Bloom & Rodeo Arena)\n\n\n\nOctober 4th – Fall Leader’s Show (Bloom)\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Kittitas County 4-H Program Manager\, Amy Alder at amy.alder@wsu.edu or by calling 509-388-2588. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/horse-pre-show-with-kittitas-county-4-h/ CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="Kittitas%20County%204-H":MAILTO:kittitas.4h@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260718T110000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260510T223838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T224024Z UID:10000649-1784368800-1784372400@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Knot Tying: How to Tie Up Veggies Without Strangling Them DESCRIPTION:Taught by Master Gardener Darryl Monroe \n\n\n\nSeating limited in the garden. Please bring a chair! URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/knot-tying-how-to-tie-up-veggies-without-strangling-them/ LOCATION:Heirloom Garden\, 1522 South 18th Ave\, Yakima\, Washington CATEGORIES:Master Gardener END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20250905T210616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T210626Z UID:10000315-1784937600-1785023999@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:4-H Club News Wanted! DESCRIPTION:Want to see your club news featured in next months 4-H Focus Newsletter or even our social media? Request your 4-H club reporter to send in pictures and a small blurb from a recent meeting or event your club attended\, by the 25th of the month to yakima.4h@wsu.edu. We would love to share your club news! URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/4-h-club-news-wanted/2026-07-25/ CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="Yakima%20County%204-H":MAILTO:Yakima.4h@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260725T110000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260510T223502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T223705Z UID:10000648-1784973600-1784977200@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Adopt a Monarch + Best Native Plants for Beneficial Insects and Pollinators DESCRIPTION:Taught by Dr. David James\, WSU Assoc. Professor\, Entomology \n\n\n\nAnnuals you can start yourself for summer and fall bouquets. \n\n\n\nSeating limited in the garden. Please bring a chair! URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/adopt-a-monarch-best-native-plants-for-beneficial-insects-and-pollinators/ LOCATION:Ahtanum Park Garden\, 1000 Ahtanum Blvd\, Union Gap\, Washington CATEGORIES:Master Gardener END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260727T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260727T193000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260204T221035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T181423Z UID:10000407-1785177000-1785180600@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:County Public Presentations & Demonstrations DESCRIPTION:Ready to build confidence\, share what you love\, and shine as a 4-H member? This year\, Yakima County 4-H is offering youth to complete their county-level public presentations during County Council meetings. Creating a supportive\, low-stress environment to try something new. And here’s the best part: Blue ribbon recipients automatically qualify to present at the Washington State 4-H Fair in Puyallup! \n\n\n\nWhether you love teaching others\, demonstrating a skill\, or speaking about something you’re passionate about\, public presentations are a fantastic way to build confidence\, communication skills\, and leadership. Sign up below! \n\n\n\nUpcoming Presentation Opportunities\n\n\n\n\nMonday\, April 20th at 6:30 PM – Yakima County Resource Center Large Conference Room – 2403 S. 18th Street\, Union Gap\, WA\n\n\n\nMonday\, July 27th at 6:30 PM – Yakima County Resource Center Large Conference Room – 2403 S. 18th Street\, Union Gap\, WA\n\n\n\n\nFor guidelines\, tips\, and inspiration\, visit the Yakima County 4-H Public Presentation & Demonstration Guidelines webpage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n 4-H Presentation & Demonstration Dates Registration\n Ready to build confidence\, share what you love\, and shine as a 4-H member? This year\, Yakima County 4-H is offering youth to complete their county-level public presentations during County Council meetings. Creating a supportive\, low-stress environment to try something new. And here’s the best part: Blue ribbon recipients automatically qualify to present at the Washington State 4-H Fair in Puyallup!\n \n Youth Name:(Required) Youth Division:SeniorIntermediateJuniorCloverbudClub Name:(Required) Presentation Title:(Required) Choose a County Council Meeting to present at:Monday\, October 27th\, 2025. at 6:30 PMMonday\, January 26th\, 2026. at 6:30 PMMonday\, April 20th\, 2026. at 6:30 PMMonday\, July 27th\, 2026. at 6:30 PMWill you be presenting in person or through Zoom?In personZoom\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/county-public-presentations-demonstrations-2/ LOCATION:Yakima County WSU Extension Office – Large Conference Room\, 2403 S. 18th Street\, Union Gap\, Washington\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="Yakima%20County%204-H":MAILTO:Yakima.4h@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260727T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260727T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260213T181647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T181703Z UID:10000432-1785177000-1785182400@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Yakima County Council Meeting DESCRIPTION:All 4-H youth members\, volunteers and families are invited to attend the Yakima County Council meetings. Your input is greatly needed to make decisions on up coming events. Please consider joining us on July 27th at 6:30 pm in the Yakima County Resource Center – Large Conference Room\, Side A. Located at 2403 S. 18th Street Suite 100\, Union Gap\, WA. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/yakima-county-council-meeting-6/ LOCATION:Yakima County WSU Extension Office – Large Conference Room\, 2403 S. 18th Street\, Union Gap\, Washington\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="Yakima%20County%204-H":MAILTO:Yakima.4h@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T110000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260510T224038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T224130Z UID:10000650-1785578400-1785582000@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Winter Tomatoes DESCRIPTION:Taught by Master Gardener Phyllis Pugnetti \n\n\n\nSeating limited in the garden. Please bring a chair! URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/winter-tomatoes/ LOCATION:Heirloom Garden\, 1522 South 18th Ave\, Yakima\, Washington CATEGORIES:Master Gardener END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260803T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260803T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260509T022100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T022116Z UID:10000635-1785715200-1785801599@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:YVFR Educational Booth Set up Day! DESCRIPTION:The Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo is looking for 4-H clubs\, FFA chapters\, and community organizations to create educational display booths in the Jones Building during the 2026 fair! These booths help create educational displays that showcase the agriculture of the Yakima Valley but also the various clubs and organizations in the area.   \n\n\n\nEach participating organization is guaranteed a $60 entry payment. Then will be judged against other like booths (i.e. 4-H\, FFA\, Senior Organization\, etc) with additional awards of:🥇 First Place — $150🥈 Second Place — $125🥉 Third Place — $100 \n\n\n\nThe judging criteria will be: \n\n\n\n\nOriginality – 20 points\n\n\n\nEducational Value – 30 points\n\n\n\nQuality and Diversity of Display – 30 points\n\n\n\nGeneral Attractiveness – 20 points\n\n\n\n\nBooths should also reflect this years fair theme of “Stars\, Stripes\, and Fair Lights” in honor of the 250th birthday of the United States.  Booth setup will be on Monday\, August 3rd by appointment.  Takedown is on Sunday\, August 9th from 7:00 – 10:00 am. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to enter a booth\, contact Kelly Mears at or 509-840-0449. \n\n\n\n*Note: This is open to all groups in Yakima and Benton County.  However\, the animal portion of the fair is still closed boundaries. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/yvfr-educational-booth-set-up-day/ LOCATION:Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo\, 812 Wallace Way\, Grandview\, Washington\, 98930\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="Yakima%20Valley%20Fair%20%26amp%3B%20Rodeo":MAILTO:yakimavalleyfair.rodeo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260804T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260808T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260407T231803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T233706Z UID:10000474-1785801600-1786233599@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Teen Film Camp DESCRIPTION:We have some great opportunities for youth interested in the creation of anime\, short\, or feature films. We will be hosting another Teen Film Camp on Whidbey Island from August 4th-8th\, where participants get immersed in writing\, filming\, and editing their own films. Our mentors are experienced film makers that will be available to answer any questions and guide participants through the creative process. The films made at camp will be shown on the big screen on the last day of camp as apart of the Youth Film Festival on August 8th. See below for more information! \n\n\n\n \n\n \n\nTeen Film Camp\n\n\n\nTeen Film Camp is an amazing opportunity for seniors in 4-H to get hands on experience with creating a short film. Participants will get to learn about a variety of aspects of film making from experienced film makers! Senior 4-H Members are invited to apply\, but space is limited to 8 teens. Applications are being accepted until April 21st\, and those that are selected will be notified by April 30th. Camp Dates are August 4th-8th\, 2026 on Whidbey Island\, Washington. For more information check out the Teen Film Camp website or email R-A Mazzola at r.mazzola@wsu.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nYouth Film Festival\n\n\n\nIf you are a film maker under the age of 18\, and have created an anime\, short or feature film\, we invite you to submit your completed project for possible showing at the 2026 Youth Film Festival. Selected film makers will be contacted by June 30th if their film has been chosen for the festival. The big event will be held from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm on August 8th\, 2026 at the Clyde Theater in Langley\, Washington.  For more information check out the Youth Film Festival website\, or email R-A Mazzola at r.mazzola@wsu.edu URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/teen-film-camp/ CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="R-A%20Mazzola":MAILTO:r.mazzola@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260808T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260808T170000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260407T232039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T232039Z UID:10000475-1786201200-1786208400@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Youth Film Festival DESCRIPTION:We have some great opportunities for youth interested in the creation of anime\, short\, or feature films. We will be hosting another Teen Film Camp on Whidbey Island from August 4th-8th\, where participants get immersed in writing\, filming\, and editing their own films. Our mentors are experienced film makers that will be available to answer any questions and guide participants through the creative process. The films made at camp will be shown on the big screen on the last day of camp as apart of the Youth Film Festival on August 8th. See below for more information! \n\n\n\n \n\n \n\nTeen Film Camp\n\n\n\nTeen Film Camp is an amazing opportunity for seniors in 4-H to get hands on experience with creating a short film. Participants will get to learn about a variety of aspects of film making from experienced film makers! Senior 4-H Members are invited to apply\, but space is limited to 8 teens. Applications are being accepted until April 21st\, and those that are selected will be notified by April 30th. Camp Dates are August 4th-8th\, 2026 on Whidbey Island\, Washington. For more information check out the Teen Film Camp website or email R-A Mazzola at r.mazzola@wsu.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nYouth Film Festival\n\n\n\nIf you are a film maker under the age of 18\, and have created an anime\, short or feature film\, we invite you to submit your completed project for possible showing at the 2026 Youth Film Festival. Selected film makers will be contacted by June 30th if their film has been chosen for the festival. The big event will be held from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm on August 8th\, 2026 at the Clyde Theater in Langley\, Washington.  For more information check out the Youth Film Festival website\, or email R-A Mazzola at r.mazzola@wsu.edu URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/youth-film-festival/ LOCATION:Clyde Theater\, 217 1st St\, Langley\, Washington\, 98260\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="R-A%20Mazzola":MAILTO:r.mazzola@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260809T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260809T100000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260509T022233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T022233Z UID:10000636-1786258800-1786269600@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:YVFR Educational Booth Take Down DESCRIPTION:The Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo is looking for 4-H clubs\, FFA chapters\, and community organizations to create educational display booths in the Jones Building during the 2026 fair! These booths help create educational displays that showcase the agriculture of the Yakima Valley but also the various clubs and organizations in the area.   \n\n\n\nEach participating organization is guaranteed a $60 entry payment. Then will be judged against other like booths (i.e. 4-H\, FFA\, Senior Organization\, etc) with additional awards of:🥇 First Place — $150🥈 Second Place — $125🥉 Third Place — $100 \n\n\n\nThe judging criteria will be: \n\n\n\n\nOriginality – 20 points\n\n\n\nEducational Value – 30 points\n\n\n\nQuality and Diversity of Display – 30 points\n\n\n\nGeneral Attractiveness – 20 points\n\n\n\n\nBooths should also reflect this years fair theme of “Stars\, Stripes\, and Fair Lights” in honor of the 250th birthday of the United States.  Booth setup will be on Monday\, August 3rd by appointment.  Takedown is on Sunday\, August 9th from 7:00 – 10:00 am. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to enter a booth\, contact Kelly Mears at or 509-840-0449. \n\n\n\n*Note: This is open to all groups in Yakima and Benton County.  However\, the animal portion of the fair is still closed boundaries. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/yvfr-educational-booth-take-down/ LOCATION:Yakima Valley Fair & Rodeo\, 812 Wallace Way\, Grandview\, Washington\, 98930\, United States CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="Yakima%20Valley%20Fair%20%26amp%3B%20Rodeo":MAILTO:yakimavalleyfair.rodeo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T110000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260510T224243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T224243Z UID:10000651-1788602400-1788606000@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Pollinators DESCRIPTION:Taught by Master Gardener Don Flyckt \n\n\n\nSeating limited in the garden. Please bring a chair! URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/pollinators/ LOCATION:Heirloom Garden\, 1522 South 18th Ave\, Yakima\, Washington CATEGORIES:Master Gardener END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261003T110000 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260510T224313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T224402Z UID:10000652-1791021600-1791025200@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Fall Tool Maintenance DESCRIPTION:Taught by Master Gardener Rick Russell \n\n\n\nSeating limited in the garden. Please bring a chair! URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/fall-tool-maintenance/ LOCATION:Heirloom Garden\, 1522 South 18th Ave\, Yakima\, Washington CATEGORIES:Master Gardener END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260319T222427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T222653Z UID:10000459-1791072000-1791158399@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Fall Leader’s Show with Kittitas County 4-H DESCRIPTION:Kittitas County 4-H has generously invited members from Yakima County 4-H to participate at some of their equine events! \n\n\n\nEquine event schedule: \n\n\n\n\nApril 6th – Horse Judging\n\n\n\nApril 11th – Bits & Buckles Spring Show\n\n\n\nMay 9th – Spring Leader’s Show\n\n\n\nJune 27th – 28th – Training Days & 2nd Horse Judging(still working on details)\n\n\n\nJuly 17th – 19th – Horse Pre-Show (Bloom & Rodeo Arena)\n\n\n\nOctober 4th – Fall Leader’s Show (Bloom)\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Kittitas County 4-H Program Manager\, Amy Alder at amy.alder@wsu.edu or by calling 509-388-2588. URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/fall-leaders-show-with-kittitas-county-4-h/ CATEGORIES:4-H ORGANIZER;CN="Kittitas%20County%204-H":MAILTO:kittitas.4h@wsu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261031T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T235959 DTSTAMP:20260511T152245 CREATED:20260407T230520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T230521Z UID:10000469-1793404800-1793577599@extension.wsu.edu SUMMARY:Equine Judges Training – Save the Date! DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the Washington State 4-H Equine Judges Training\, from October 31st to November 1st\, 2026\, at the Evergreen State Equestrian Park in Monroe\, Washington.  Stay tuned for more information! URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/yakima/event/equine-judges-training-save-the-date/ CATEGORIES:4-H END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR