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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach: Floyd County

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Estate Planning Seminar For Rural & Urban Families
May 16, 2012

The latest changes in estate planning will be presented by Kelvin Leibold, Farm Managment ISU Extension Program Specialist on Thursday, July 12, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Charles City Library, 106 Milwaukee Mall.  Registration fee is $10 per person. 

Explore Science with Legos
May 10, 2012

3rd - 5th graders learn how to build and program Lego Robots at this summer program with Jay Cutler, Workshop Leader.  Must complete Level 1 before advancing to Level 2.  Basic Level 1 - 7/30-8/2 8:30 am-11:30 am.  Advanced Level 2 - 8/7-8/10 8:30 am - 11:30 am.  Cost $20.00 per session - space is limited!

2012 Pasture-Walks for Dairy & Beef Production
April 20, 2012

The Northeast Iowa Graziers plan monthly walks to local farms to help producers learn how better pasture management can result in both healthier profits and a healthier environment.

Day Camps - Summer 2012
April 20, 2012

Check out the Day Camps that are available this summer for children that have completed K-6th grade.  The topics range in everything from exploring mighty dinosaurs to exploring your creative side through art. 

Willow Workshop
April 2, 2012

On Saturday, July 21 from 9-11 am at the Hicok residence, 2444 Midway Rd, Charles City, IA we'll learn to use versatile willow shoots to make a trellis, tower or wattle fence. Cost $8.00.

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