By Emily Christ
Health & Human Sciences Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Elkhart County

Emily Christ

ELKHART COUNTY — It’s almost fair time! This year we are celebrating 150 years of the Elkhart County 4-H Fair. There is a lot of work that goes on in the weeks and months leading up to 2023 Elkhart County 4-H Fair.

We encourage everyone to come enjoy the great things that are in store. There will be fun rides, great food, games, contests, etc.

Come join us in the Home and Family Arts building for the 2023 Open Class Exhibits. Here you will find the Elkhart County Extension Homemakers and other community members demonstrating various crafts. During the week you will see displays of quilts, photography, creative arts, handicrafts, and so much more!

We also encourage you to stop by to watch the free educational health and wellness programs.

On Wednesday, July 26 the topic will be “Wearable Technology.” During this program, you will learn about different smartwatches on the market and which ones will best fit your personal needs.

On Thursday, July 27 the topic is “Dangers of Beauty Products.” This program will teach you about different ingredients to avoid in your beauty products as well as learn about safer alternatives.

The last educational program you don’t want to miss is “Caffeine Comparison” held on Friday, July 28. You will learn about caffeine content in popular beverages and how much is too much.

You can find all of these programs happening at 4 p.m. in the Home and Family Arts Building. You don’t want to miss it!

If you want to learn more about the programs or events happening in the Home and Family Arts building, call the Purdue Extension Elkhart County office at (574) 533-0554 or if you want more information about the other great events being held during the week of the Elkhart County 4-H Fair, visit 4hfair.org