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Early Learning Webinar
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
Have you heard about our webinars? Early childhood professionals can now participate in online learning that is convenient, cost effective and easy.

“Turkey Talk”
(Posted on 11/4/2009)
Turkey is often a favorite main dish when friends and family gather for holiday meals. Barb Fuller, MA, RD, LD, Nutrition and Health Program Specialist offers a few simple steps can ease your holiday fears and ensure a delicious and safe meal for everyone!

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.

Events


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Staff

Barb Fuller-Nutrition and Health Field Specialist
Phone: 641-782-8426
Fax: 641-782-7213
Email: bfuller@iastate.edu

Valerie White-Child and Adult Care Food Program Coordinator/Program Coordinator
Phone: (641) 782-8426
Fax: (641) 782-7213
Email: vwhite@iastate.edu

Lindsay Eklund-Child and Adult Care Food Program Coordinator
Phone: (641) 782-8426
Fax: (641) 782-7213
Email: eklund@iastate.edu

Patricia Anderson-Nutrition and Health Field Specialist
Phone: (712) 482-6449
Fax: (712) 482-6440
Email: pander@iastate.edu

Sharon Wasteney-County Extension Education Director
Phone: (641) 782-8426
Fax: (641) 782-7213
Email: swasten@iastate.edu

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