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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 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.
Recession Weary Iowans Taking Action to Reduce Poverty
(Posted on 10/20/2009)
Iowans are willing to help others in their community during these difficult economic times, according to a recent national poll. Find out how some Iowa communities are taking action.
4-H’er Is Healthy Iowa Emerging Leader
(Posted on 10/8/2009)
Devin De WeerdDevin De Weerd, an Iowa State University student and Sioux County 4-H’er, received the Healthy Iowa Emerging Leader Award from the Wellness Council of Iowa in partnership with the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Nutrition, and the Academy for a Healthy Iowa.

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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