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Turkey

Healthy Holiday Meal To Please the Family and the Budget
(Posted on 11/19/2009)
It is possible to serve a Thanksgiving dinner for eight that tastes great and costs just under $30.

turkey

Forgot to Thaw the Turkey? Cook It Anyway
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
From a food safety standpoint it’s safer to cook the turkey when it’s still frozen, an ISU Extension food safety specialist says.

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Help Children (and Parents) Have a Happy Holiday
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
During holidays, many families invite guests to their homes or take trips to visit friends and relatives. If parents keep their young children’s needs in mind, holidays will be more enjoyable for everyone, says Cheryl Clark, an Iowa State University Extension family life program specialist.

early learning

Online Learning for Early Childhood Professionals
(Posted on 11/3/2009)
Have you heard about our Webinars?

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Give the Gift of Grain to Benefit Iowa 4-H
(Posted on 11/2/2009)
Crop producers who want to support Iowa 4-H Youth Development have another option besides writing a check or donating cash. They can give the gift of grain.

2010 calendar

2010 ISU Garden Calendar Now Available
(Posted on 10/30/2009)
This full-color 12-month calendar focuses on earth-friendly gardening. Each month lists specific tips plus the back pages offer details on four green garden topics: compost, rain collection, beekeeping, and houseplant choices. Gardening resources, such as web sites and publications, also are listed.

Jerry Chizek

Chizek Says ISU Extension is in the Relationship Business in Region 6
(Posted on 10/1/2009)
Jerry Chizek makes his way around his new Iowa State University Extension region, he’s quick to reassure folks that “Extension will still be in the relationship business.”

quilts

Barn Quilts of Pocahontas County
(Posted on 9/14/2009)
The Barn Quilts of Pocahontas County committee are proud to share their progress throughout Pocahontas County. Enjoy your driving tour!

4-H Wants You

Pocahontas County 4-H Wants You
(Posted on 9/3/2009)
If you or someone you know is interested in joining 4-H this is a great place to start for information about the Pocahontas County 4-H Program. Check out the links we have created for enrollment, re-enrollment and club support.

News from Iowa State University Extension

Healthy Holiday Meal To Please the Family and the Budget
(Posted on 11/18/2009)
It is possible to serve a Thanksgiving dinner for eight that tastes great and costs just under $30.
Implementation of Food & Fitness Community Action Plan Awarded Grant
(Posted on 11/17/2009)
Northeast Iowa group receives funding to continue promoting healthy, locally grown food and abundant opportunities for physical activity and play.
Healthy Homemade Calendar Puts Nutrition and Fitness on Same Page
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
A 2010 calendar now available from ISU Extension promotes healthy homemade meals and physical activity. Low cost, easy recipes and activities fill the pages.

Staff

Nancy Clark-ISU Extension Families Field Specialist
Phone: 515-295-2469
Fax: 515-295-2460
Email: nanclark@iastate.edu

Resources from ISU Extension