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Jr camp

2008 Junior 4-H Camp
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Does swimming, hiking (even at night), climbing wall, and cooking over a campfire sound like fun? Then Junior 4-H Camp is the place for you!

farmers market

Franklin County Farmers Market
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
The 2008 Market will be held from 5-7 pm on Fridays from May 9 through October 17 and on Tuesdays from June 3 through September 30. The location is the Main Street Square at the corner of 1st Avenue NW and 1st Street NW in Hampton.

Clover Kids

Clover Kids Summer Program
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Where the Action is...Franklin County Clover Kids. The summer program for Kindergarten - third graders.

answerline

Who Ya Gonna Call?
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Get your questions answered online! Is it safe to eat rhubarb throughout the growing season? Can I substitute applesauce for oil when baking to reduce fat and calories? 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.

garden

Yard & Garden Online and Other Links
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Looking for information on lawn care, tree care or gardening--this is a great resource. Once connected make sure to select Gardening in the Zone link.

publications online

Publications Online
(Posted on 5/8/2008)
Look here to find ISU Extension publications online! Topics include: Families & Consumers, Agriculture Production & Management, Community & Business Interests, Natural Resources, and Other Interests.

better kid care

ISU Extension in Franklin County is offering Better Kid Care Programs
(Posted on 9/19/2007)
The ISU Franklin County Extension Office will be hosting four Better Kid Care satellite workshops this fall and next spring. This program is for childcare providers. Registration and pre-activities begin at 6:00 PM.

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