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County News

thanksgiving meal
November 5, 2018
Food Safety for the Holidays

As we prepare for holiday parties and family gatherings, here are some tips and reliable resources to help prevent a foodborne illness.
 

October 30, 2018
Growing Your Thanksgiving Meal
How to grow potatoes, sweet potatoes, green beans and herbs as well as how to grow cuttings from sweet potatoes and herbs at Garden Basic on Thursday November 15
October 25, 2018
Garden Accent Workshop

Many gardeners accent their gardens with flat surfaces and items decorated with sayings in unique fonts. Learn to make your own at this workshop November 13, 2018 at 6:30 pm.

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October 19, 2018
4-H Awards Day

You are invited to attend the 2017-2018 4-H Year-End Awards Day Celebration on Saturday, November 17, beginning at 2:00 PM in Bradbury Hall at Nelson Pioneer Farm. 

MakerMondays
October 19, 2018
Maker Monday Workshop Series

Do you like to be creative?  Want to learn new skills?  Like making things?  Anyone in 4th-12th grade is invited to attend our FREE Maker Mondays this year!  Workshops will be held at the Extension office once per month.  Click the link above for dates and details!

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Monthly 4-H Newsletter
  4-H newsletters provide families and volunteers with information regarding upcoming 4-H events, activities, and deadlines.
 
At the Garden Gate
Horticulture Newsletter
  At the Garden Gate informs individuals about important garden topics, available resources, & upcoming workshops, trainings and events.
 
Words on Wellness Newsletters
  Words on Wellness (WOW) promotes a healthy lifestyle. Get reliable, research-based information about nutrition, exercise, and food safety.
 
Dare to Excel Newsletters
    Dare to Excel newsletters focus on different themes that promote student learning such as developing routines, setting limits, and providing good nutrition.

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