Whiteside Co. 4-H Holiday STEAM Workshop 2026
4-H Holiday STEAM Workshop – One child per registration
December 12, 2026 | 9 AM-Noon
Harvest Time Bible Church, 1802 Dixon Rd., Rock Falls IL
Ages 5-13
5- to 7-year-olds: Cloverbud session the whole morning
8- to 13-year-olds: Choose 3 sessions for the whole morning
Check-in begins at 8:45 AM | Sessions run from 9 AM-Noon
Please pre-register by December 7
Cloverbud Session: 9 AM-Noon (5- to 7-year-olds)
5- to 7-year-olds will have a class all morning with fun and engaging hands-on holiday crafts, games, and activities.
BREAK TIME/SNACK TIME: 10:45-11am (snack will be provided)
S.T.E.A.M. Sessions: 9 AM-Noon (8- to 13-year-olds)
Holiday Kinusaiga Art- Create a fabric, stained-glass-looking art piece to keep for yourself or to give away! Participants will have 2-3 designs to choose from and will learn the tricks of creating their own on-trend masterpiece.
Sleigh and Slope STEM Challenge- Build a sleigh and a hill to make your sleigh go as far as possible without losing your cargo. You are bound to have a a great time at this session.
Holiday Herbs-Seasoning Mixes- Learn to dry herbs as you mix up custom seasoning blends that are ready to flavor holiday meals. Add your seasoning mix to a decorated jar to keep or give away to someone special.
"Spread" the Holiday Cheer- Butter making–Shake up some homemade butter using heavy whipping cream then explore flavor combos for compound butters. We will talk about the science behind making butter (and whipped cream) and track how long it takes and sample all the yummy buttery blends.
Candy Cane Challenge- Join us for a holiday peppermint challenge by designing, building, and experimenting with candy canes! You'll stretch your imagination, test your ideas, and have a sweet time exploring STEAM.
Slime & Cloud Dough Creations- Explore the science of textures by creating your own slime and fluffy cloud dough! You will mix, measure, and experiment while learning science concepts through hands-on holiday themed activities you can take home.
Beeswax Candle Making: Handmade Holiday Glow- Create a warm and thoughtful holiday gift by crafting your own beeswax candle! This hands-on workshop combines creativity and fun as you make a beautiful candle to brighten someone's holiday season.
Holiday Sugar & Salt Scrub- Treat someone special to a little holiday pampering! You will blend fragrant ingredients to create a personalized sugar or salt scrub, resulting in a unique handmade gift that's both practical and luxurious.
Unfold Holiday Magic- Come create an accordion-style holiday scrapbook keepsake. You will create your own holiday display magic to take home and add pictures to from all your holiday festivities. This can also be a great gift to give away.
Holiday Snack Attack- Have fun putting together your own tasty, holiday tree-shaped charcuterie snack board to take home. There will be dozens of foods to choose from to personalize your board!
Merry Mosaics: Holiday Ornaments- Join this session for fun, hands-on crafting using air dry clay, beads, seeds and sequins to create your very own mosaic ornaments. Mix and match colors, experiment with patterns, and make a one-of-a-kind keepsake to hang on your tree.
Hand-sewn felt ornaments- Learn simple hand-stitching techniques while creating your very own adorable felt ornaments. Add your own creative touches to make each ornament unique. No previous sewing skills required; come have fun!
Wooden Holiday Trees- Join us for a fun and festive time creating your very own wooden Christmas tree! Paint, decorate, and add your own personal touches to make a unique holiday decoration.
Sleigh and Slope STEM Challenge- Build a sleigh and a hill to make your sleigh go as far as possible without losing your cargo. You are bound to have a a great time at this session.
Holiday Herbs-Seasoning Mixes- Learn to dry herbs as you mix up custom seasoning blends that are ready to flavor holiday meals. Add your seasoning mix to a decorated jar to keep or give away to someone special.
"Spread" the Holiday Cheer- Butter making–Shake up some homemade butter using heavy whipping cream then explore flavor combos for compound butters. We will talk about the science behind making butter (and whipped cream) and track how long it takes and sample all the yummy buttery blends.
Candy Cane Challenge- Join us for a holiday peppermint challenge by designing, building, and experimenting with candy canes! You'll stretch your imagination, test your ideas, and have a sweet time exploring STEAM.
Slime & Cloud Dough Creations- Explore the science of textures by creating your own slime and fluffy cloud dough! You will mix, measure, and experiment while learning science concepts through hands-on holiday themed activities you can take home.
Beeswax Candle Making: Handmade Holiday Glow- Create a warm and thoughtful holiday gift by crafting your own beeswax candle! This hands-on workshop combines creativity and fun as you make a beautiful candle to brighten someone's holiday season.
Holiday Sugar & Salt Scrub- Treat someone special to a little holiday pampering! You will blend fragrant ingredients to create a personalized sugar or salt scrub, resulting in a unique handmade gift that's both practical and luxurious.
Unfold Holiday Magic- Come create an accordion-style holiday scrapbook keepsake. You will create your own holiday display magic to take home and add pictures to from all your holiday festivities. This can also be a great gift to give away.
Holiday Snack Attack- Have fun putting together your own tasty, holiday tree-shaped charcuterie snack board to take home. There will be dozens of foods to choose from to personalize your board!
Merry Mosaics: Holiday Ornaments- Join this session for fun, hands-on crafting using air dry clay, beads, seeds and sequins to create your very own mosaic ornaments. Mix and match colors, experiment with patterns, and make a one-of-a-kind keepsake to hang on your tree.
Hand-sewn felt ornaments- Learn simple hand-stitching techniques while creating your very own adorable felt ornaments. Add your own creative touches to make each ornament unique. No previous sewing skills required; come have fun!
Wooden Holiday Trees- Join us for a fun and festive time creating your very own wooden Christmas tree! Paint, decorate, and add your own personal touches to make a unique holiday decoration.
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