The Glenburn 4-H Sewing Club is now taking registrations for youth to sign up for 4-H textile science projects. In 4-H, members learn basic clothing construction skills to complete a garment of their choice, according to their experience and interest. Leaders, Hilda Lewis and Ann Northup of RR 4 Dalton, except all levels of experience from beginners to advanced including tailoring and formalwear. Both boys and girls ages 10 - 19 years are encouraged to register by calling the Penn State Cooperative Extension office at 963-6842 by March 15.

4-H is the youth educational program of Penn State University and Cooperative Extension. It helps boys and girls ages 8 -19 to:

• acquire knowledge and life skills
• develop attitudes and abilities to cooperate with others
• learn to accept and carry out responsibility
• develop self-confidence and communication skills
• appreciate the value and dignity of work

Adult leaders share their knowledge and skills with youth in an informal setting. Members enroll in 4-H projects such as foods, animals, gardening, leadership, etc. Projects are a tool used in teaching youth responsibility, initiative, decision-making and other life skills.

To find out more about 4-H, call Penn State Cooperative Extension of Lackawanna County at 963-6842.

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