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Henrico 4-H Holiday Workshops: Make It Merry & Make It Bright
Make It Merry:
Celebrate the holiday season with creativity and cheer! In this festive hands-on workshop, youth will design and craft their own holiday ornament using polymer clay, then choose to make an additional item, such as earrings or a keychain, to personalize or gift. Along the way, participants will explore the science behind polymer clay and discover how heat and chemistry transform their designs into finished works of art. It’s a perfect blend of holiday spirit, science, and self-expression, so come ready to make it merry! A light snack will be provided.
*Minimum number of registrants must be met in order to host the workshop.
Date: December 22, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (drop off begins at 8:50 AM and pick up is promptly at 12:00 PM)
Location: Belmont Recreation Center- 1600 Hilliard Rd, Richmond, VA 23228
Price: $25 USD
Age: 9-13 (age by 9/30/2026)
Make It Bright:
Light up your creativity this holiday season! In this STEM-themed workshop, youth will explore the science of light and energy through hands-on projects. Participants will build their own light-up mini snow globes, learning how circuits and LED lights work. For a dazzling twist on winter skies, they will also explore the science behind the Northern Lights and create their own colorful “auroras.” This workshop is a festive way to spark curiosity, shine bright with science, and celebrate the season with hands-on fun. A light snack will be provided.
Date: January 2, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM (drop off begins at 8:50 AM and pick up is promptly at 12:00 PM)
Location: Belmont Recreation Center- 1600 Hilliard Rd, Richmond, VA 23228
Price: $25 USD
Age: 9-13 (age by 9/30/2026)
4-H Online Enrollment:
Families will be required to register their youth in 4-H Online after paying through Extended Education. Families will be sent specific details with how to register in 4-H Online. Do not attempt to register in 4-H Online prior to receiving directions.
Refund Policy:
To receive a refund, a request must be sent in writing to Carter Humphries, ccd296@vt.edu by December 5, 2025. A $5 processing fee will apply. Refunds will not be processed after December 5th. Refunds take up to 6 weeks to receive.
ADA Accommodations:
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Henrico Extension Office at 804.501.5160* during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.
Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and local governments, and is an equal opportunity employer. For the full non-discrimination statement, please visit ext.vt.edu/accessibility.
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