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4-H Program

4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills!

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Agriculture

If it happens on a farm or in a field, the Extension Institute of Agriculture works with you to achieve better results.

Health & Well-Being

Providing a source of well-researched, quality information about families and relationships.

FoodWIse

Providing nutrition education to advance health eating habits and active livestyles for families with limited incomes.

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2024 Summer Intern

We’re looking for an awesome person who is a self starter and likes working with Monroe County youth, partners and volunteers! Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license. This is a great opportunity to build your leadership skills. Apply by May 15, 2024.

Fur, Fin & Feather

This small animal show will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the Sparta Barney Community Center and is open to all youth in grades 3-13. There are some classes available for K-2nd. The show gives our youth the opportunity to show their rabbits, poultry, cats and small pets with face-to-face judging. They receive […]

2024 FEED Webinar Series

Learn tips for running and growing a successful food business from specialists and entrepreneurs! This no-cost series of online trainings is for food entrepreneurs and farm-based food businesses. Register now! The UW-Madison Extension Community Food Systems Program will provide no-cost virtual workshops for small-scale food and farming business start-ups during Mondays in April, from April […]

Festival of Arts

Please plan to join us to showcase your talents and skills on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Meadowview Middle School. Review the guidelines and then register by February 24th. Participants will receive an email or letter indicating when their performance is scheduled.

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206 S K Street
Sparta, WI 54656

(608) 269-8722

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The office is closed all major holidays and the day after Thanksgiving

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