Cheshire County 4-H Presents! 2026

Share your interests and build your communication skills!

4-H Presents! is an annual county event that provides youth the opportunity to build skills and confidence in the realm of public speaking. Each event is judged by a helpful and knowledgeable set of evaluators that provide both in-person and written feedback to participants. Through their presentations, youth learn to research a subject, organize their ideas into a logical order, and practice public speaking skills.

• Registration through ZSuite. Deadline to register is March 16.
• Photos or posters are to be printed, mounted and delivered to the 4-H office by March 16.

Participation in 4-H Presents take many forms.  Please see 4-H Presents! event packet for a full description of each event. 

2026 4-H Presents! information packet

• Action Exhibit –Individuals, or teams of up to three, will present and interact with people throughout the morning. Members will answer questions and involve the public in the presentation of their exhibit.  An opportunity for youth to demonstrate the skills needed for talking in front of other people.
• Cloverbud Show & Tell - Cloverbuds using a poster or props talk about something they have learned.  
  Cloverbud Pet Rock Show & Tell - This is a great way for cloverbuds to have a first experience in communication and showmanship without having to come up with an idea completely on their own.
• Demonstrations - A Demonstration is a know-how, show how, and tell how.  Explain what you are doing while you are doing it.    Individuals, or teams of up to three members may participate.
• Public Speaking – an opportunity for youth to demonstrate the skills needed for talking in front of other people.
• Photography – Each participant may submit TWO entry, based on a photo theme. Cloverbuds may enter photo theme of their choice.
  • Entries themes are: NH at its Best - Bodies of Water | 4-H at its Best - 4-H'ers in Action | Your Best - Open Topic or Subject
• Posters – Each participant may submit ONE entry based on a Pathway.
  • Pathways are: Animal Science, Healthy Living, STEM, Shooting Sports, Teen Leadership, Environmental Science
• Tabletop Presentation - A tabletop presentation is a tri-fold display that teaches the public about something that you have learned or something you have done. Visual aids or props must be included.  You do not need to be present for the judging.  If you would like to be present and talk with the judge about your tabletop presentation you are welcome to do so.  Being present or not present will not affect your score.
• Talent and Culture Showcase 
  Talent: Share your musical, vocal, theatrical, or creative arts for an audience to enjoy!  
  Culture and Family History: Share something that is meaningful to you and your family. Demonstrate food, clothing, traditions, dances, songs, or anything that reflects your values, history, or culture for an audience to enjoy.
• Clothing and Textiles Judging - Garment Selection participants shop and accessorize an outfit for up to $50. Model it at 4-H Presents and answer questions from judges.  Textile and Fiber Arts Showcase participants create a non-clothing items such as a tote bag or knitted scarf. Exhibit the item at 4-H Presents and receive judges feedback.