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Extension and Outreach of Dallas County
September 2014 Newsletter
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Our core purpose is to engage citizens through research-based educational programs. We extend the resources of Iowa State University across our state. We accomplish our goals by developing diverse and meaningful partnerships. Through our purpose and partnerships, we increase the ability of Iowans to make informed decisions by applying relevant, needs-driven resources, to create significant impact in our state.
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Sept. 5, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
CyDay Friday!
Sept. 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Strengthening Families Program in Perry
Sept. 8, 7-9 p.m.
Dallas County Extension Council Meeting
Sept. 11, 7-8:30 p.m.
Youth Shooting Sports Informational Meeting
Sept. 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Strengthening Families Program in Perry
Sept. 16, 7-8:30 p.m.
Youth Committee Meeting
Sept. 17, 1-3 p.m.
How Effective Directors Get Things Done: Part III
Sept. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Building Relationships with Children Who Challenge Us
Sept. 20, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
4-H Robotics Volunteer Leader Workshop
Sept. 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Strengthening Families Program in Perry
Sept. 23, 6-7:30 p.m.
4-H National Science Day Experiment Leader Workshop
Sept. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Understanding Shaken Baby Syndrome
Sept. 27, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Dallas County 4-H Rabbit Workshop
Sept. 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Strengthening Families Program in Perry
Sept. 30, 6:30-8 p.m.
Money Matters
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4-H Robotics Volunteer/
Leader Workshop
Through hands-on experience learn how to build, program and operate a robot using LEGO Mindstorms. Use this knowledge to teach other youth and get them involved in STEM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Math)! No prior experience necessary. Bring your curiosity and a willingness to learn! This workshop will take place at Schuler Elementary School on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. A registration form plus $35 fee are due on Sept. 12 to the Dallas County Extension office. For more information, contact Cindy Watson Pottebaum at [email protected] or (515) 993-4281.
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Help us celebrate our ties to Iowa State University
(and Cy's 60th birthday!) with our CyDay Friday tailgate on September 5 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. We'll be serving up hamburgers, hotdogs, sides and birthday cake! Play a round of cornhole, ladder golf or test your aim with our football target. We will be celebrating rain or shine!
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This evidence-based parent, youth and family skills-building curriculum prevents adolescent substance abuse, strengthens both parent/youth communication and problem-solving skills as well as increases academic success in youth-- while having fun together! SFP will run Sundays, October 5-November 16 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Waukee Middle School. A free meal will be provided before the class at 5 p.m. Registration costs $19 and can be completed online through Waukee Community Ed. For questions, contact Lisa at [email protected] or (515) 993-4281.
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Annie's Project is an educational program dedicated to strengthening women's roles in the modern farm enterprise. In this six class series, women farmers and ranchers will learn alternative problem-solving, record keeping and decision-making skills. A local offering of Annie's Project will take place Mondays, October 27-December 1 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at DMACC West Campus. To have additional details sent to you, contact Dallas County Ag Program Leader, Aleta Cochran, at [email protected] or (515) 993-4281.
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Good Agricultural Practices
(GAPs) Workshop
On October 4 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Warren County Extension will be hosting a regional Level One
 GAPs workshop for farmers who provide food directly to consumers through CSA, farmer's markets or those considering retail food service sales. Extension specialists in food safety and value added ag, will review with "good agricultural practices" plus market considerations. Level Two, on October 18, will guide farmers in the development of a written farm food safety plan. Click here for registration and costs.
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28059 Fairground Road in Adel, Iowa 50003
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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach programs are available to all without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. veteran. Inquiries can be directed to the Director of Equal Opportunity and Compliance, 3280 Beardshear Hall, (515) 294-7612. Cooperative Extension Service, Iowa State University of Science and Technology, and the United States Department of Agriculture cooperating. |
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