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Child Care That Works
(Posted on 2/5/2008)
Self Study Kits for Child Care Providers are available for check-out at the Extension Office. The cost is $5 (which includes one certificate). The check out time is one week. Convenient way to meet part of home day care state registry requirements.

BARN QUILTS OF HAMILTON COUNTY
(Posted on 2/5/2008)
The Barn Quilts of Hamilton County is based on a similar project begun in Adams County, Ohio in 2001. Using old and weathered tobacco barns, the Ohio Arts Council, encouraged local artists to paint traditional quilt squares on the barns, similar to the way barns were once painted with logos, such as the familiar Mail Pouch Tobacco advertisements.

Hamilton County Resident Survey
(Posted on 3/6/2007)
Hamilton County S.E.E.D. and the Enhance Hamilton County Foundation sought input on community needs and charitable giving in Hamilton County. This information can be used to develop a plan to distribute Endow Iowa funds received by Hamilton County that will lead to an increase in the quality of life and community vitality.

Uncertain Times
(Posted on 2/21/2006)
For individuals and families facing job transitions and uncertain times, ISU Extension has resources to help cope with the stress, challenges and financial concerns that come with these changes. Please visit this link often for updates.
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David N. Brown-County Extension Education Director
Phone: (515) 832-9597
Fax: (515) 832-9599
Email:
browndn@iastate.edu Willy Klein-ISU Extension External Relations Specialist
Phone: 515-532-3453
Fax: 515-532-3415
Email:
wklein@iastate.edu Frank Owens-Community Development Specialist
Phone: (515) 235-4644
Fax: (515) 235-4641
Email:
frowens@iastate.edu
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