Lubbock County

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2026 Current Events

JANUARY 2026

• 1       County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for New Year’s
• 5 & 6   2:00pm Ag Mechanics at the Lubbock Junior Livestock Show, South Plains Fair Grounds
• 7     6:00pm Lubbock County Goat Show (PDF)
• 7     1:30pm 2026 Master Gardener Intern Program Information Session (PDF), CEO
• 8     10:00am Lubbock Junior Livestock Show – Steers  Show starts at Noon, South Plains Fair Grounds
• 9     9:00am Lubbock Junior Livestock Show – Lambs   Show starts at 10:00am, South Plains Fair Grounds
• 9     6:00pm Lubbock Junior Livestock Show – Barrows – Wave 1 (Berks, Durocs, Hamps, Polands, Spots) Barrows in place, South Plains Fair Grounds
• 9      4-H Air Rifle Project
• 10    9:00am Lubbock Junior Livestock Show – Barrows – Wave 1 Show starts, South Plains Fair Grounds
• 10    6:00pm Lubbock Junior Livestock Show – Barrows – Wave 2 (WOPBs, Yorks, Crosses) Barrows in place, South Plains Fair Grounds
• 11    8:00am Lubbock Junior Livestock Show – Barrows – Wave 2 Show starts South Plains Fair Grounds
  o Be sure to visit the 4-H Concession stand at any of the above shows at the South Plains Fair Grounds
• 12    Noon-3pm.  Farm Hope: Free Estate Planning, Financial Planning & Farm Stress Workshop (PDF) , 1102 East Farm to Market Road 1294, Lubbock TX. This program will focus on farm and ranch estate and financial planning. Topics will include key estate planning documents, determining the financial condition of the operation, and more. Presenters will also discuss stressors unique to farming and ranching and strategies to help manage them.  The event is free, but we need this for a lunch headcount—and available: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/agec-ev-040
• 13    6:00pm 2026 Master Gardener Intern Program Information Session (PDF), Lubbock Memorial Arboretum, 4111 University Ave
• 13    6:00pm 4-H Recordbook Training, CEO
• 15     6-7pm Cosmic Clovers Meeting (PDF) (Rocketry Meeting) , CEO
• 15     7-8pm Science Nights Planning Meeting (PDF), CEO
• 15, 19, 22, 26, 29    4-H Rifle Practice, David Holt Education Center (5840 49th, Lubbock)
• 19       County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for MLK Day
• 20     5:30pm County-Wide 4-H Veterinary Science Project Meeting (PDF), CEO
• 20, 27     6:00pm 4-H Horse Judging Practices Begin, CEO
• 20, 27     6-8pm 4-H Archery Practice, David Holt Education Center (5840 49th, Lubbock) $10. per session
• 21     6-7pm When Sean Speaks – Drunk Driving Awareness Program, TTU Campus – Dairy Barn
• 23    4-H Air Rifle Project (PDF)
• 26     5:30pm 4-H Clover Project Meeting, CEO
• 26    6:30pm Parent Leaders Association Meeting and Teen Council Meeting, CEO
• 27     5:30pm 4-H Photography Project Orientation Meeting, CEO
• 27     6:30pm 4-H Clothing Project Leader Training, CEO

FEBRUARY 2026

• 2      11:59pm District 2 4-H Lego Challenge Entry Deadline (PDF)
• 9      6:00pm  4-H Robotics First Planning Meeting (PDF), CEO
• 12    6:00pm 4-H Recordbook Training, CEO
• 13    4-H Air Rifle Project
• 18      County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for President’s Day
• 20     8:30am- 3pm Commercial Turf and Ornamental Workshop (PDF), 1102 E FM RD 1294, Lubbock TX  Cost $60.00 Registration and Payment due by 2-11-26.  Mail Checks to AgriLife Extension PO Box 10536, Lubbock TX 79408; Bring check by 916 Main Street, Suite 401, Lubbock TX 79401; or Pay with Credit Card at: EventBright.com (a small fee will be applied) Registration due by February 11, 2026.
• The County Extension Office will be closed Friday, February 20, 2026 from 10am – 5pm.
• 23     5:30pm 4-H Awards and Recognition Committee Meeting, CEO
• 23     6:30pm 4-H Club Manager Training, CEO
• 24     6:00pm 4-H Public Speaking Information Meeting, CEO
• The Hub of the Plains Ag Conference set for Wednesday, February 25, 2026 has been CANCELLED.
• 27    4-H Air Rifle Project

MARCH 2026

• 4     SIGN-UP for “Beginner’s Sew Sessions by calling the Extension Office 806-775-1740 or emailing Ronda at: [email protected] 
• 4     SIGN-UP for Senior Sewing, Storyboard Workshop, or County Tour. Contact Ronda.
• 5     5:30-7:30pm Storyboard Workshop, CEO (RSVP due to Ronda by March 4th)
• 6     5:20pm Clothing Tour to “Get Gussied Up”, South Plains Mall (RSVP required by emailing [email protected] by March 4th)
• 6      8:30 am- 5:00 pm Irrigation Troubleshooting & Performance Testing of Irrigation Systems (PDF), Lubbock Memorial Arboretum, 4111 University Avenue, Lubbock TX Cost: $125.00 The direct link to the AgriLife Registration page is https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/agen-ev-045
• 9    4-8pm Shorts/PJ Bottoms Workshop, CEO (Prior Sign-up required)
• 9    RSVP for Duds to Dazzle Coaches School
• 10    6:30pm Duds to Dazzle Coaches School, CEO (RSVP to [email protected] by March 9th)
• 11    4-8pm Pants #1 Workshop, CEO (Prior Sign-up required)
• 13    4-8pm  Pants #2 Workshop, CEO (Prior Sign-up required)
• 13    4-H Air Rifle Project
• 15    1-5pm or 5-9pm Recycled Sweater Workshop, CEO (Prior Sign-up required)
• 17    1-5pm or 5-9pm Shorts/PJ Bottoms Workshop, CEO (Prior Sign-up required)
• 18    1-5 or 5-9pm Make-up Sewing Workshop, CEO (Prior Sign-up required)
• 23    County Fashion Show ENTRIES DUE to CEO (email copy to Ronda)  Fashion Show Entry Form PDF;   Duds to Dazzle Entry Form PDF;   4-H Project Show Entry Card (PDF)
• 23    5pm Storyboard ENTRIES DUE for County Contest
• 26    4-8pm Make-up Sewing Workshop, CEO (Prior Sign-up required)
• 26    District Storyboard ENTRIES DUE on 4-H ONLINE
• 27    4-H Air Rifle Project
• 30    County 4-H Fashion Show/Judging  (ENTRY DEADLINE due to CEO by March 23, 5pm)

APRIL 2026

• 3     County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for Good Friday
• 6    5pm County Duds to Dazzle Practice Contest, CEO
• 13   District DEADLINE for Duds to Dazzle and District Fashion Show ENTIRES DUE on 4-H ONLINE
• 14-15  8:30am-5:00pm Food Manager Training (PDF), 916 Main, Stuie 401 Registration due by 3-31 $125.00 Reservations at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd772dyU5irmFksa9hu2anfceNvHmUDbBNR6UfX51J9yCRolg/viewform
• 16    7pm County 4-H Recordbook Training, CEO (RSVP by Noon on Wednesday 4-15)
• 18     8 am – 4pm 2026 Beekeeping Field Days, Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension Center, 1102 E FM Rd 1294, Lubbock Beekeeping $5 Registration; Queen Rearing $75.00 Registration. Use this link to register: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/ereg/newreg.php?eventid=874867&
• 20    District Fashion Show & Duds to Dazzle Contest
• 23    District 4-H Horse Judging Contest, Amarillo
• 24-25  4-H Rabbit Show, Slaton
• 27    District 4-H Educational Presentation/Public Speaking Contest, Floydada
• 27    7pm 4-H PLA and Teen Council Meetings, CEO
• 28    5:30pm 4-H Awards and Recognition Committee Meeting, CEO
• 28    6:30pm 4-H Club Manager Training, CEO
• 30    5:30pm State 4-H Roundup Orientation, CEO

MAY 2026

• 5        8am-3pm  2026 Vector Management CEU Program (PDF), 1102 E FM 1294 Lubbock TX $50.00 Registration Fee Required. Use this link to register by April 27, 2026.
• 9       8am-1pm  Teen Council Garage Sale
• 18      6:30-8:30pm Teen Council Game Night, CEO (RSVP to Ronda by May 15)
• 19      6:30pm 4-H Youth and Adult Advisory Board Meeting, CEO
• 25       County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for Memorial Day
• 28      2-6pm Beginner’s Record Book Workshop, CEO  (RSVP by May 27)
• 29      4-H Club Officers and Club Managers lists and Project Record forms Due to CEO

JUNE 2026

• 8, 15, 22, 29    4-H Rifle Project Meetings, David Holt Education Center, 5840 49th
• 15      4-H Recordbooks and Award Applications Due to CEO
• 15      6:30pm Parent Leaders Association Meeting, CEO
• 15      6:30pm Teen Council Meeting, CEO
• 15       County Recordbooks, Lubbock County Parent Leaders Association Scholarship Program applications, Parade of Champions Form; District 4-H Contest Reimbursement  DUE
• 16       1-8pm County Recordbook Judging, CEO
• 19       County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for Junetenth
• 20      9:00am – 1:00pm Hub City Garden Tour 2026 (PDF)
• 22       Steer/Heifer Validation
• 22       5th Annual Vet Science Day Camp
• 24       1pm Community Service, Meals on Wheels, 2304 34th Street (RSVP by June 23)
• 25       pm  Gold Star Interviews
• 26-27   District Trap and Skeet Contest
• 29       Steer/Heifer Validation
• 29       5th Annual Vet Science Day Camp
• 30       D2 4-H Fishing Extravaganza (PDF)

JULY 2026

• 3       County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for Independence Day
• 7       10am  Multi-County Tree Care Workshop (PDF), Texas A&M AgriLife District Center, 1102 E. Drew St., Lubbock TX
• 10     Completed Community Service Challenge Verification form Due to CEO
• 12-15  Teen Council Retreat, Port Aransas
• 16     8:45-3:30pm Meat Science Project Meeting “On the Rail” (PDF), 916 Main, Suite 401.  Lubbock 4-H Members $10; All others $40.00 For Both Sessions Cash or Check Only.  Recommended for 6th Grade and up.  Registration Closes July 10 at 11:59pm. Complete google form to register.  https://tinyurl.com/jd83ra62   Day 1: July 16 “Got Beef?” 8:45am: check in; 9-11am: Breeds, feeds, primals, cuts and careers in the classroom; 11am-1pm: Beef Grilling demo for lunch; 2-3:30pm TTU Meat Lab Tour;
• 17    8:45-10am 4-H July Community Service Project, FiberMax Center for Discovery.  RSVP by July 16.
• 18-25  State 4-H Horse Show, College Station
• 20     4-H Project Forms Due to CEO
• 22      8:45-3:30pm Meat Science Project Meeting  “On the Rail” (PDF), 916 Main, Suite 401.  Lubbock 4-H Members $10; All others $40.00 For Both Sessions Cash or Check Only.  Recommended for 6th Grade and up.  Registration Closes July 10 at 11:59pm. Complete google form to register.  https://tinyurl.com/jd83ra62  Day 2: July 22 “Beyond the Chop” all about pork and lamb! 8:45am: check in; 9-11am: Breeds, feeds, primals, cuts and careers in the classroom; 11am-1pm: Lamb grilling demo and Pulled Pork Sandwiches for lunch; 2-4:30pm TTU Animal & Food Science Building Tour.
• 23    1-5pm 4-H Clover Day Camp, CEO  RSVP by July 24
• 23    6-8pm Homegrown & Homemade: Backyard Poultry and Cottage Food Production (PDF), 916 Main street, Lubbock TX 79401
  Have you ever thought about raising backyard chickens, selling homemade baked goods or jams, or learning more about Texas cottage food laws? Join us for Homegrown & Homemade and spend the evening learning how to turn your homegrown and homemade products into something special!
  This fun and informative program will cover the basics of backyard poultry production, including feeding, flock health, egg production, and safe egg handling. We’re also excited to welcome Dr. Greg Archer, AgriLife Extension Poultry Specialist, who will share expert tips for keeping a healthy and productive flock.
  We’ll also dive into the latest Texas Cottage Food Law updates, including what you can and cannot sell, where and how cottage foods may be sold, labeling requirements, recipe guidelines, and basic food safety practices.  Tickets: $20 through Eventbrite or $30 at the door.  Register here: https://homegrownhomemade.eventbrite.com
  Whether you’re dreaming of a backyard flock, a home baking business, or simply want to learn more about producing food at home, this program is for you!
  For more information, contact county Extension agents Robert Scott or Cory Edwards at 806-775-1740.
• 24    9-4pm Food, Fun and Fashion, CEO  RSVP by July 21
• 27    6-8pm 4-H Summer Social  RSVP by July 24
• 29    1pm  Become a Lubbock Master Gardener in 2026 (PDF), Texas A&M AgriLife Extension – Lubbock County, 916 Main St., Suite 401 Ready to Grow? Become a Lubbock Master Gardener in 2026!  Do you have a passion for plants, gardening, or simply want to learn more while giving back to our community? The Lubbock Master Gardener Association is now accepting applicants for the Fall 2026 Intern Class! The first step is attending ONE mandatory information session: Tuesday, July 29, 2026, 1:00 PM; Texas A&M AgriLife Extension – Lubbock County, 916 Main St., Suite 401 OR Monday, August 10, 2026, 6:00 PM, Lubbock Memorial Arboretum – Orange Brick House, 4111 University Ave.  Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, the Master Gardener program offers research-based horticultural education, hands-on learning, new friendships, and opportunities to make a lasting impact in our community. Come grow with us—we’d love to welcome you to the 2026 intern class!
• 30    6-8pm Honey Program “Hive to Glass” (PDF), Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center, 1102 E. FM 1294, Lubbock TX Cost: Pre-registration $40.00; At-The-Door $50.00 Register at: hivetoglass.eventbrite.com   Overview: Dive into sweet sips and buzzing tales at Hive to Glass: A Mead & Honey Experience—cheers to nature’s nectar! Hive to Glass: A Mead & Honey Experience: Join us for a delightful two-hour experience exploring the ancient art of mead-making and the incredible flavors of Texas honey. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Specialist & Assistant Professor, Garett Slater, will lead us through mead making and honey tasting. Discover how honey becomes one of the world’s oldest and most flavorful fermented beverages, and sample local honeys from across Texas while learning what makes each one unique.
• 31  8:30am-12pm  Beekeeping 101 Workshop (PDF), Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center, 1102 E. FM 1294, Lubbock TX  $40.00 Registration Due by July 28, 2026  Cost at the door $50.00  Call CEO at 806.775.1740 AND send in registration form and check. (See flyer for more information.)  Interested in beekeeping or looking to sharpen your skills? Beekeeping 101 is a beginner-friendly workshop for new landowners, aspiring beekeepers, and even experienced beekeepers wanting a helpful refresher. Topics will include honey bee biology, a year in beekeeping, and hive inspections.  Instructor: Garett Slater, Assistant Professor and Honey Bee Extension Entomologist.

AUGUST 2026

• 1      5:30pm 4-H Achievement Banquet, Fiber Max Center for Discovery Ag Museum, 1121 Canyon Lake Drive

• 4 & 5      9am-4:30pm  Livestock Fair Entries, County Extension Office, 916 Main Street, Suite 401

• 7    3-5pm 4-H Club Officer Training and Leadership Workshop, CEO  RSVP by August 6
• 7, 8, 9    Hawthorne Brothers Meat Goat Jackpot (PDF) and TW Club Goats Jackpot (PDF) Fundraiser , South Plains Fairgrounds
• 8 & 9    2 Days 4 Shows (PDF)  (Rockin’ C Classic Lamb Show, Franklin International Lamb Show, Hawthorne Brothers Livestock Meat Goat Show, TW Club Goats Meat Goat Show)
• 10    6:00pm Become a Lubbock Master Gardener in 2026 (PDF), Lubbock Memorial Arboretum – Orange Brick House, 4111 University Ave.
• 15     4-H Online Enrollment begins (Third graders need to wait until September 1st to enroll)
• 17      6:30pm PLA and Teen Council meetings, CEO
• 17     4-H EXCELL Golf Tournament, Plainview Country Club  Entries due July 27

• 19     Deadline to order Lamb/Goat Ear Tags, CEO

SEPTEMBER 2026

• 1      6-7pm  4-H 101, 916 Main Street, First Floor Bank Lobby
• 7       County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for Labor Day
• 8       6pm 4-H Food and Nutrition Project Leader Training, CEO  RSVP by September 3

• 18    Deadline to order Swine Ear Tags, CEO

OCTOBER 2026

NOVEMBER 2026

• 2-6    Livestock Shows Entry Days, CEO

• 11        County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for Veteran’s Day
• 26 & 27          County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for Thanksgiving

DECEMBER 2026

• 24 & 25          County Holiday, County Extension Office Closed for Christmas