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Pottery Painting Party at Kurio Kastle - April 14
April 2, 2013

ATTENTION KIDS!  4-H is hosting a Pottery Paiting Party at Kurio Kastle in Arnolds Park on Sunday, April 14 from 2-4pm. There are lots of pottery options to paint, like... owls, piggy banks, mugs, footballs, basketballs, plaques, ornaments, and more! BRING A FRIEND, MAKE NEW FRIENDS, HAVE FUN!!!  Cost is $20 for 4-H Members and $22 for Non-Members. Call 712-336-3488 to pre-register by April 10.

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PIGS and PUPPIES Deadline - April 5
April 2, 2013

Did we get your attention!?!  Hope so. If you are a 4-H or FFA member planning to show pigs or do dog obedience at the county fair, we need to hear from you by this Friday, April 5. Call the office now at 712-336-3488 to reserve your pig ear tags and to get your name on the list for dog obedience training sessions.

Next Local Childcare Provider Training -- April 25th in Spirit Lake
April 1, 2013

ATTENTION Childcare Providers!!!  ISU -  Dickinson County Extension & Outreach has a GREAT local training opportunity to help you build positive leadership and community skills with children. Register now for 2 Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Call for more information. (712) 336-3488.

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April 4-H Newsletter Available Online
March 27, 2013

The monthly Dickinson County "Cloverleaf Connection Newsletter" is available with lots of important information on upcoming events, dates, and deadlines! Be sure to check it out. There's something for everyone!

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It's a "BUNNY BONANZA" - April 13
March 2, 2013

The 4-H Rabbit Committee invites you to bring your bunnies to an educational workshop at the Expo Center in Spirit Lake on April 13, 2013 from 10Am-12NOON. We want to help you with questions or concerns you might have regarding:  ● Nutrition and Feeding ● General Care (Clipping toe nails, cleaning, etc.)  ● Housing Concerns and Carrier Building  ● Preparations for Fair  ● Deadlines & Dates for Identifications, Fair entries, and Other County Events ● Rulebooks ● And Questions. Read on for more information..... 

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NEW! The 2012 Dickinson County Stakeholder Report shares examples of how we support healthy people, environments and economies by providing educational opportunities. We meet local needs, improve quality of life, and help make Dickinson County a better place to live.

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Robert Dodds Receives Iowa Urban and Community Forestry Award
April 5, 2013 10:58 AM

The Iowa Urban and Community Forestry Council has recognized Robert Dodds, regional director for Iowa State University Extension and...

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