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Extension and Outreach of Dallas County
July 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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July 9-13, All Day
Dallas County Fair!
July 10, 4-7 p.m.
4th Annual Clover Kids Day at the Dallas County Fair
July 22, 7-8:30 p.m.
Youth Committee Meeting
July 24 & 31, 6:30-8 p.m.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
July 30-31, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Rockets Away!
August 4, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Farmland Leasing Meeting
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Find the 2014 Dallas County Fair 4-H schedule here!
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2014 Dallas County Fair
 It's the topic of at least one song in every country music artist's repertoire- the county fair. Come see what the buzz is about on Wednesday, July 9 through Saturday, July 13. As always, ISU Extension will have a strong presence at the fair with 4-H, Clover Kids, the Extension booth, Master Gardeners and the 4-H Foundation Silent Auction. For more information about this year's event visit the Dallas County Fair website.
Stop by the Dallas County Extension booth to say hello and pick up a Social Media Scavenger Hunt!
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Farmland Leasing Meeting
This meeting, facilitated by ISU Extension and Outreach Farm Managment Specialist, Steve Johnson, will cover current land values, types of farm lease arrangements, strategies for writing/terminating a farm lease as well as useful tools to help determine a "fair" cash rent. This event will take place on August 4 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the ADM High School commons located at 801 Nile Kinnick Dr. South in Adel. Cost is $20/person or $30/couple. This fee includes registration and an
100-page farmland leasing book. Pre-register with the Dallas County Extension office by July 31.
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Youth Day Camp in Waukee!
Waukee Parks & Rec with ISU Extension bring you
Rockets Away! on
July 30-31, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Ridge Pointe Pavilion. Blast off toward an action-packed adventure in math, engineering, aerospace and physics with this study of rocketry science. Activities in motion, gravity and aerodynamics will send interest soaring and lead up to the ultimate thrill of building and launching a two-liter pop bottle rocket. (Note: bring two-liter pop bottle).Cost is $40 for both days. Register here.
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Why Should a Child
You Know Join 4-H?
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"If you have on your resume that you were a 4-H member, it's a place to advance to the top of the pile for employment."
-- Senator Dan Zumbach
National research shows 4-H youth are competent, confident, connected, character-driven, caring and contributors to their communities. Members of 4-H have unique opportunities to grow and learn by doing. Interest and project areas include (but are not limited to!) communication, visual art, horticulture, child development, veterinary science, crop production, livestock, health and topics related to STEM (science-technology-engineering-math). To learn more about why a child you know should Join 4-H Today! or to enroll click here or call the Dallas County Extension office at (515) 993-4281.
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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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