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Confinement Site Manure Applicator Workshop POSTPONED to Feb 15, 2010
(Posted on 2/9/2010)
Confinement site manure applicators and anyone interested in learning about applying manure should plan to attend one of the 2010 two-hour workshops being offered in January and February by Iowa State University (ISU) Extension. The Delaware County Extension Office will host a workshop February 15, 2010 beginning at 1:30 p.m.
ServSafe® Classes to be Offered to Food Service Professionals
(Posted on 2/5/2010)
Iowa State University Extension is offering several ServSafe® classes for food service professionals. ServSafe® training will provide knowledge every food service provider must know about food hazards and proper food handling practices in order to keep food safe and protect the establishment against the costly nightmare of a foodborne-illness outbreak. Participants will learn ways of prevention, regulatory requirements, and how to improve food quality.
Delaware County Master Gardeners Present "Mondays in March"
(Posted on 2/5/2010)
The Delaware County Master Gardeners are preparing to present five interesting programs during the Fifteenth Annual "Mondays in March" series. This year’s speakers will provide a variety of subject matter sure to interest the “hibernating” gardeners.
NEW Youth Fishing Club
(Posted on 2/3/2010)
A new fishing club is forming for youth in Delaware County! The club will meet for the first time on Saturday, Feb. 6, beginning at 2 p.m. in the parking lot of Delhi Elementary School in Delhi. Participants should dress warm and be prepared to be outside in cold weather as the intent is to go ice fishing on Silver Lake after a brief introductory meeting.
Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) Requirements 2010
(Posted on 2/3/2010)
All county fair swine exhibitors must have a FSQA certificate. In addition, state fair 4-H exhibitors in beef,swine, dairy, sheep, meat goat and rabbit departments must also have the FSQA certificate.
New Youth Knitting Club to Form
(Posted on 2/3/2010)
A new knitting club is forming for youth in Delaware County! The club will meet for the first time on Monday, Feb. 15, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Stitchin Post, 112 N. Franklin Street in downtown Manchester. All needles and yard to begin knitting will be provided.
Risk Management Workshop for Pork Producers - February 18
(Posted on 2/3/2010)
Iowa pork producers are invited to attend one of four workshops focusing on risk management education and decision making tools scheduled for next month in northern and eastern Iowa.
ISU Extension swine field specialist Mark Storlie said the workshops provide a hands-on opportunity for attendees to practice risk management skills without risking actual assets.
Time to Think About Estate Planning
(Posted on 2/3/2010)
The topic of Farm & Family Estate Planning is one that is sometimes thought about, seldom discussed among the family, and often put off for a rainy day. Whether people have done some sort of estate planning in the past, have never done any estate planning, or are planning on doing an estate plan, now would be a good time to act. The introductory seminar will be held on Thursday, February 25, beginning at 6:00 pm at the Dyersville Public Library.
New Youth Archery Club to Form
(Posted on 1/8/2010)
A new archery club is forming for youth in Delaware County. Delaware County ISU Extension, in partnership with Manchester’s Good To Great Youth Activities Committee and the City of Manchester Parks & Recreation Department are teaming up to offer the new opportunity. The club will meet for the first time on Sunday, Jan. 17, beginning at 1 p.m. at the Delaware County Fairgrounds in Manchester.
New Youth Clubs to Form
(Posted on 1/8/2010)
There is interest in forming the following NEW YOUTH ACTIVITY CLUBS: Archery Club, Gardening, Knitting, Crochet and Needlecraft, and Fishing. If you or someone you know are interested in any of these special interest clubs, or would like to volunteer, please contact Lori Scovel at the Delaware County ISU Extension office at 563-927-4201 today!
Track Your Expenses Using Money Calendar
(Posted on 12/11/2009)
The 2010 Money Management Calendar is now available online. The calendar provides a place to list fixed, occasional and flexible expenses for each month of the year. Using the calendar regularly can help consumers build better money management skills and determine comfort levels with using a budget.
4-H Alumni Remember
(Posted on 12/11/2009)
As 2009, comes to a close; the Delaware County 4-H Youth Committee would like to finish the last few weeks of celebrating 90 years of 4-H in Delaware County. Our current Delaware County 4-H Youth Committee has asked several of our 4-H alumni three questions...
What club did you belong to?
What years?
What do you remember most about your 4-H years?
Paying Off Debt the PowerPay Way
(Posted on 11/12/2009)
“School loans, credit card bills, house payments, car payments, and other loans are causing many people to feel overwhelmed during these tough economic times,” according to Erin Ludwig, Iowa State University Extension Family Resource Management Program Specialist. “The PowerPay system can help consumers create a plan to manage their debt.”
Saving Energy and Saving Money - A Kill A Watt Meter Can Help
(Posted on 11/11/2009)
Most of us only have a vague idea of how much electricity we use each month and almost no idea of how much electricity an individual appliance uses. You may be wondering how inefficient an older appliance is such as a refrigerator, freezer, or TV set. You can use a Kill A Watt meter to calculate how much electricity the appliance is using each week, month or whole year. These meters are available for check out your local Iowa State University Extension office.
How Do I Join 4-H?
(Posted on 9/23/2009)
Joining 4-H is much easier than you may think. Anyone in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade can get involved. Clover Kids is a 4-H program for youth in grades Kindergarten through 3rd grade. 4-H Club membership is open to all youth 4th through 12th grade. Activities that you participate in will challenge your skills, and you will learn from other kids and adults that truly care about you and what you learn.
Extension Offering FREE Personal Finance Tips via E-mail
(Posted on 8/18/2009)
Do you want to learn tips to improve your personal finances? Are you always looking for ways to save money? If yes, then you might be interested in taking advantage of Iowa State University Extension’s “Money Message.”
Delaware County 4-H Foundation
(Posted on 8/10/2007)
The Delaware County 4-H Foundation was formed in 2005 to provide a tax-exempt method for area residents and businesses to support the Delaware County 4-H Youth program.
Visit the Delaware County Fair - July 12 - 18, 2010
(Posted on 3/1/2007)
The annual Delaware County Fair plays host to hundreds of 4-H and FFA exhibits from throughout the county giving us the opportunity to showcase some of the county’s finest youth. It is also home to great shows and entertainment and a fabulous place to spend time with family and friends.
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(Posted on 2/22/2006)
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