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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach: Linn County

As your front door to Iowa State University we are your access to information and services to improve the quality of life in your community.  We provide research and education on public issues, food and nutrition, health, financial management, youth development, and family relationships.   

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Linn County 4-H May Newsletter   |   2013 Linn County Fair - June 26-July 1, 2013
Parenting Education Classes   |   Play & Learn groups for ages 0-5   |   Just in Time Parenting aticles and activities
The Adventures of Super Snack Lady Blog   |  Community Garden Blog
EcoFamily Blog   |  STARS Learning Center   |  Science of Parenting Blog   |  MoneyTips Blog
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March Hay Price Update  |   May Words on Wellness Newsletter
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Homegrown Lifestyles Blog   |   The People's Garden at Hiawatha Elementary School

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VACANCY: Linn County Extension Director
May 22, 2013

If you are a dynamic leader and team player that would be interested in working to carry out the objectives and directives of the Extension Council, including development and nurturance of community relationships; supervision and coordination of county staff; preparation and interpretation of reports; organization and allocation of resources; interpretation and communication of policy; and development, training, evaluation and reporting on program areas than this is the position for you!  Applications are due July 1, 2013 or until position is filled.

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Garden Walk 2013
May 22, 2013

Explore 5 diverse LinnCounty Master Gardener gardens that will inspire you with ideas you can apply to your own garden or landscape or simply provide you the opportunity to tour beautiful private gardens.   Mark your calendar for June 22 and bring the entire family!

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Linn County 4-H Orange Leaf Fundraiser
May 22, 2013

Mark your calendars for May 28th and join us at the First Avenue Orange Leaf location in Cedar Rapids for this Linn County 4-H Fundraising Event!

Professional Development Incentive Cedar Rapids
Nonprofit Workshops Offer Incentive for Attendees
May 20, 2013

We know budgets and pocket books are tight, but nonprofit organizations and professionals know how important it is to invest in professional development opportunities. So, we're offering a 3 for the price of 2 deal!

From the Ground Up: It's a Wonderful Time of Year
May 20, 2013

ISU Linn County Extension's Community Ag Programs Manager, Michelle Kenyon Brown, writes a weekly column for The Gazette called From the Ground Up  This week her column features Linn County Master Gardener Carol Sears.  She shares tips on what to look for when selecting the plants for your yard and garden and talks about the upcoming Master Gardener plant sale.

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Featured "At Work for Iowa" article
Swine Producers See Financial Gains in Learning about Ventilation Systems

Extension swine specialists and agricultural engineers in four states have teamed-up to create an educational workshop using a “field day on wheels” – a swine ventilation training unit.

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Register Now for 2013 Iowa Grazing Conference
May 20, 2013 02:57 PM

Producers who graze livestock are encouraged to register now for the 2013 Iowa Grazing Conference being held June 25-26 in Creston. This...

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383 Collins Road NE, Suite 201
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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(319) 377-9839; Master Gardener Hortline: (319) 447-0647
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