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Goldie & Cy

Goldie Meets Cy
(Posted on 2/2/2012)
Recent changes in the aquarium at the Cerro Gordo County Extension office result in a meeting between Goldie, the Cerro Gordo County mascot and Cy, the ISU mascot. Read more...

Meeting

Women Land & Legacy Meeting
(Posted on 1/24/2012)
The next Women, Land and Legacy Meeting is scheduled for February 23, 2012, 5:30-6:00 pm meal, 6:00-8:00 pm, program on Trusts by Paul Petersburg, Financial Updates by Marc Young, and Economic Updates by Mark Hewitt, all of Clear Lake Bank and Trust. Women of all ages are invited. For information contact Cerro Gordo County Extension at 641-423-0844.

Winter

Cerro Gordo County Extension Quarterly Newsletter!
(Posted on 1/20/2012)
Our Quarterly Newsletter contains information on Agriculture, Communities, Families, Horticulture, and 4-H & Youth programs!

Connecting Families to the Environment
(Posted on 11/30/2011)
The intent of the Connecting Families and the Environment program is to help us make attitude and behavior changes that will ultimately improve our environmental and human health.

Family Finance Resources
(Posted on 11/29/2011)
Brenda Schmitt is the Family Finance Program Specialist providing programming and educational materials for the Northcentral area. Reach Brenda by calling 641.512.0650 or by email at schmitt@iastate.edu.

Calendar 2012

ISU Extension 2012 Garden Wall Calendar
(Posted on 10/10/2011)
The ISU Extension 2012 Garden Calendar is now available at the Cerro Gordo County Extension office. This year's theme is "Public Gardens of Iowa!"

4-H

It's ALWAYS a GREAT Time to Join 4-H!
(Posted on 8/30/2011)

My Plate

THE CHOOSE MYPLATE PLAN TO BETTER HEALTH
(Posted on 8/12/2011)
The Choose MyPlate Plan Will Help Americans Make Better Food Choicesand Live Healthier Lives!

Family

Extension to Families...At Work, At Home Newsletter
(Posted on 1/18/2011)
Extension to Families...At Work, At Home is a FREE bi-monthly newsletter developed by the NE Iowa Family Field Specialists. Each bi-monthly issue contains three pages of useful information on nutrition and health, family life, and resource management.

Hunger

Iowa Food Security, Insecurity, and Hunger
(Posted on 9/8/2010)
Iowa families and the communities they live in are working together to solve the problems of individual, household and community food insecurity and hunger. Food insecurity affects health, worker productivity, growth and development of children, sense of well-being and quality of life.

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Early Learning Webinars
(Posted on 9/1/2010)
Have you heard about our Early Learning Webinars? Early childhood professionals can now participate in online early childhood training that is convenient, cost effective and easy.

Managing Tough Times

Managing Tough Times
(Posted on 8/30/2010)
Managing Tough Times: Money Managing Articles by Brenda Schmitt, ISU Family Resource Specialist.

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Iowa Concern
(Posted on 6/12/2008)
A source of help and information for Iowans in need: Legal, Finance, Caring for Yourself and Others, Crisis/Disaster, Overcoming Adversity, and learn more about Iowa Concern.

Predatory Lending

Predatory Lending
(Posted on 6/20/2007)
Buying or refinancing your home may be one of the most important and complex financial decisions you'll ever make. Every year, misinformed homebuyers, often first-time purchasers or seniors, become victims of predatory lending or loan fraud. Don't let this happen to you!

Home Inventory

Getting Your Financial House In Order
(Posted on 6/5/2007)
Record keeping is more than a matter of neatness and order. Financial records are key to your credit standing and are essential to help you save money on taxes, and provide a continuning indiciation of your financial progress.

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Have a Healthy Heart
(Posted on 2/7/2007)
Have a healthy heart – promote low-fat cooking and active lifestyles. Food Nutrition, and Health.

Home

Homebuyer Education Course Online
(Posted on 1/11/2007)
This Iowa State University Extension online course will help first-time homebuyers meet rural development’s homebuyer education requirement.

PowerPay

PowerPay
(Posted on 12/4/2006)
Reduce your debs the PowerPay Way. A confidential and FREE money-savings analysis from Iowa State University Extension.

News from Iowa State University Extension
Kids Learn Healthy Habits from Caring Adults
(Posted on 2/1/2012)
Adults need to adapt healthier lifestyles and be role models for kids if Iowa is going to be the healthiest state in the nation, says Ruth Litchfield, an Iowa State University associate professor and state nutrition extension specialist.
Science of Parenting: How to Parent Spirited Children
(Posted on 2/1/2012)
When it comes to temperament, some kids are as dependable as pickup trucks, while others are as touchy as high-end sports cars. This month’s Science of Parenting podcast from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach examines the “engine” that drives a child and how parents can manage spirited children.
Connect to Nature at February Virtual Eco Family Conference
(Posted on 1/25/2012)
“When we love the place where we live, we take better care of it,” said Kristi Cooper, a family life specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. She will discuss how to develop a sense of place and build communities that connect people with nature during the Virtual Eco Family Conference on Feb. 2.
Parent-Child Cell Phone Debate Continues
(Posted on 1/17/2012)
Parents can exert a measure of control over their child’s mobile phone use by limiting use, checking its contents and using it to monitor the whereabouts of their offspring. However, with a few exceptions, these activities by parents do not seem to impact patterns of cell phone use by teens, according to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach family life specialists.
Women: Register for Money Talk Online Class by Feb. 1
(Posted on 1/13/2012)
At some point in many women’s lives, they will have to make major financial decisions. Money Talk, an online class offered through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, gives women the knowledge to make those decisions and improve their lives. The registration deadline is Feb. 1 and the class begins Feb. 6.
Science of Parenting: Using Technology to Help with Parenting
(Posted on 1/3/2012)
From podcasts to text messages and Skype, many parents are adding technology to their parenting toolkit. This month’s Science of Parenting podcast from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach takes a closer look at how parents can use information and communications technology for parenting.
Virtual Eco Family Conference Connects Families to the Environment
(Posted on 12/22/2011)
Iowa families throughout the state will be getting together — virtually — once a month from January through June for an Eco Family Conference from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. It’s an opportunity for families to improve the environment, reduce their carbon footprint and create community close to home.
Extension Offers Free Monthly Parenting Newsletter
(Posted on 12/16/2011)
Any parent, new or seasoned, may have questions regarding his or her children. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offers a free monthly newsletter, Just in Time Parenting, with helpful information on parenting young ones.
Phone App Is Winter Preparedness Tool for Motorists
(Posted on 12/14/2011)
A new smartphone application from the North Dakota State University Extension Service will help motorists prepare for winter weather travels. And should they get stuck in winter weather, the app provides on-the-spot assistance.
Parents Can Help Kids Deal with Bullying
(Posted on 12/1/2011)
Relational aggression in children is another way of saying that kids can be mean to one another. Parents may not be able to stop this bullying, but they can help their children learn how to deal with the behavior, says Kimberly Greder, an extension specialist and associate professor of human development and family studies at Iowa State University.

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Staff

Brenda Schmitt - Family Resource Management Field Specialist
Phone: 641-512-0650
Fax:
Email: schmitt@iastate.edu

Gary Hall - Regional Extension Education Director
Phone: (641) 423-0844 Extension 2213
Fax: (641) 423-2642
Email: garyhall@iastate.edu

Malisa Rader - Family Life Program Specialist
Phone: 515-832-9597
Fax:
Email: mrader@iastate.edu

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