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Senior Health Fair Sept. 29th
(Posted on 10/13/2009)
Delaware County ISU Extension participated in the annual Senior Health Fair held last week (Sept. 29) at the Community Center in Manchester.

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ServSafe® Classes to be Offered to Food Service Professionals
(Posted on 9/11/2009)
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.

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Who Ya Gonna Call?
(Posted on 2/22/2006)
Get your questions answered online! Can I substitute applesauce for oil when baking to reduce fat and calories? What is the best way to thaw a turkey? What is the cost of raising a child? These are just a few of the questions that the Answer Line can help you with. Don't hesitate to go online or give them a call toll-free at 1-800-735-2942 to get the answer to your questions.

News from Iowa State University Extension

Healthy Holiday Meal To Please the Family and the Budget
(Posted on 11/18/2009)
It is possible to serve a Thanksgiving dinner for eight that tastes great and costs just under $30.
Implementation of Food & Fitness Community Action Plan Awarded Grant
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
Northeast Iowa group receives funding to continue promoting healthy, locally grown food and abundant opportunities for physical activity and play.
Healthy Homemade Calendar Puts Nutrition and Fitness on Same Page
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
A 2010 calendar now available from ISU Extension promotes healthy homemade meals and physical activity. Low cost, easy recipes and activities fill the pages.

Staff

Cindy Baumgartner-Nutrition and Health Field Specialist
Phone: 563-927-4201
Fax: 563-927-3744
Email: cbaum@iastate.edu

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