Essay Contest

Dear Colleagues,

I wanted to pass along information regarding an essay contest that 4-H’ers from across the state might be interested in entering. The contest is a wonderful opportunity for 4-H youth to highlight their incredible communication/writing skills and their understanding of civic issues. For over 25 years the Iowa Commission on the Status of Women, Iowa Department of Education, and the State Historical Society of Iowa have co-sponsored this statewide essay contest for 6-9 grade students.

Essay Focus:
Students are encouraged to choose a woman, preferably from Iowa, from any historical period, past or present, and write about the accomplishments of her life and how she has made a difference to the student and to society in the social justice and civil rights arena. Although Iowa women are preferred and encouraged, the subject of the essay may be a woman from another state or another country.

Timeline:
Essays and entrance forms must be e-mailed to women@iowa.gov no later than Friday, January 29th, 2010.

Awards:
Cash prizes will be awarded to the first, second, and third place winner in each of the 6-7th grade and 8-9th grade divisions (first place - $100, second place - $75, and third place - $50). Special awards are given to the best essays on women in science and engineering. All winners will be honored in a ceremony at the State Capitol and introduced in the House of Representatives and the Senate.

For more information, please link to http://www.women.iowa.gov/about_women/womens_history/essay_contest.html

All the best!
Keli
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Keli Tallman
4-H Youth Development Program Specialist
Iowa 4-H Youth Development
Extension 4-H Youth Building, ISU
Ames, Iowa 50011-3630
ph: (515) 294-0688

4-State Beef Conference--Lewis, IA Jan. 12 at 9:30 am

Overview:

The 4-State Beef Conference is designed to provide beef cattle interests in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska a regular update on current cow-calf and stocker topics. The conference is a forum of specialists from four of the nation's leading beef cattle land grant universities.
Brochure

To register online or for more information go to: www.extension.iastate.edu/feci/4StBeef/

Topics:
Whole Herd Health: Common Health Problems Dr. Richard Randle Associate Professor, Vet & Biomedical Sciences University of Nebraska
Mineral Nutrition Dr. K.C. Olson Associate Professor, Cow-Calf Nutrition and Management Kansas State University
Factors Affecting Sale Barn Prices Karl Harborth Extension Livestock Specialist Kansas State University Extension
Replacement Heifers: Buying vs. Raising Dr. John Lawrence Extension Livestock Economist and DirectorIowa Beef Center, Iowa State University

January 12
9:30 a.m. Armstrong Research Farm53020 Hitchcock AvenueLewis, Iowa
3:30 p.m. Community Building 335 Clay Tecumseh, Nebraska
January 13
9:30 a.m. Eiberger Building4552 Hwy 169King City, Missouri
3:30 p.m. Jackson County Fair building5th & DakotaHolton, Kansas

Note: All four meetings have the same topics, just different times and locations.

Registration Detail
$25 Registration Fee
January 8, 2010 Deadline

The fee includes a meal and a copy of the conference proceedings.
Call or email to register :

Iowa--Clint McDonald 712-644-2105

or register online via PayPal at www.extension.iastate.edu/feci/4StBeef

New Iowa 4-H Website

The new Iowa 4-H Web site makes it easier for Polk Countykids and teens to connect with 4-H and Iowa State University Extension online. The site, www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/, includes an interactive map to help kids and teens connect with 4-H, project links, games, event calendars, an interactive networking site for members and more, explained Shelly Greiving. Find a 4-H Club uses interactive Google Maps to help kids find 4-H contact information within their county. This feature will be expanded over the next few months to include links to all Iowa 4-H clubs.

Project Pages include links, exhibit ideas and community service ideas for each 4-H project area.
“Kids and teens can get involved in these projects, right now, right here in Polk County, ” Shelly said. Why 4-H features current 4-H members and why they have chosen 4-H. Roll over each of their photos to see their quotes about the impact 4-H has had on their lives.

Teen Network is a ning site specifically for teens (ages 13-18) who are in 4-H to connect, network, share photos and videos and talk about their 4-H experiences. It’s a community with content generated by 4-H youth for 4-H youth. Teens must be 4-H members to participate in this social network. The new 4-H site also includes an expanded search feature and information for parents, teachers and 4-H volunteers, Shelly added.

For more information about 4-H, contact the Iowa 4-H office of ISU Extension. 4-H in Iowa is administered through the ISU Extension 4-H Youth Development program and headquartered on the ISU campus in Ames.

Contacts :Shelly Greving, Iowa 4-H Foundation Marketing Coordinator (515) 294-1607, shellyg@iastate.edu
Laura Sternweis, Extension Communications and External Relations, (515) 294-0775, lsternwe@iastate.edu

Fundraiser at Bass Pro Shops

Hello!

I have a great way that Bass Pro can help your non-profit and/or cause this Christmas season. You provide the volunteers and the donation canister and we will provide you and your 3-4 volunteers wrapping paper, boxes, bows, tissue paper, tape, and an area with a couple tables to set it all up on. Then you offer our Customers “Free” Gift Wrapping for donations. You would also be welcome to bring a banner and/or literature about your organization to hand out. I’m in the process of making a big sign that says something like, “Free gift wrapping provided by________. If you would like to support our cause with a donation we appreciate it!”.

I will be signing groups up for 1-2 days each on a first come, first serve basis. My goal is to get every hour we are open from Black Friday to Christmas Eve signed up for. At this moment here are the dates that are NOT AVAILABLE to sign up for.

November 27th-28th and December 12th-13th.

Please email me with a 1st choice set of 2 days and a 2nd choice set in case the first is taken. Also, please note that any of the volunteers you may bring MUST be 18 or older.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me!

Tiffany DeLarme
Promotions/Events
Bass Pro Shops #43
1000 Bass Pro Drive NW
Altoona Iowa 50009
tdelarme@basspro.com

Hunter's Safety Course

Reminder for Hunter Safety Class

This note is a reminder of the hunter safety class scheduled for October 28th, 2009. The class is scheduled from 5:00PM to 9:00PM at the Dragoon Chapter of the Izaak Walton League, 4857 NE 110th Avenue, Elkhart, IA.

Directions:
From I-35 take the 1st Ave Exit to Ankeny. Go east on 1st Ave to NE 46th Ave. Take NE 46th Ave north to 110th Ave. (Gravel Road) Take 110th Ave east about two blocks. The Dragoon Chapter clubhouse is on the south side of the road.

You can get a map by accessing the web site for the Dragoon Chapter. The site is:

http://www.ankenyikes.org/newsletter.html

All participants must have taken the online hunter safety class accessed through the DNR website. The online class is located at the following web site http://www.hunterexam.com/usa/iowa.

For more information contact the Iowa Department of Natural Resources,
502 E. 9th street, Des Moines , Iowa 50319-0034 www.iowadnr.com.

You do not have to bring any equipment to the class. You must bring the voucher indicating you have completed the on-line class and seek a hunter’s certificate. There is no additional charge/cost for the practical aspects class.

If you will need any accommodations because of a disability such as assistance reading, wheelchair assistance, etc. please contact the lead instructor before class begins. (Lead instructor: brian.hood@lfgplanners.com


Everyone will be handling firearms during the class. The firearms, ear protection and eye protection will be provided. You do not have to bring a firearm to class. Please don’t bring a firearm.

Your hunter safety certificate will be provided to you before you leave the class. This will require a Social Security number. Come prepared to provide it, as the computer system (ELSI) used to issue hunting licenses in Iowa requires this number.

Please sign up for the class via the DNR websight www.iowadnr.com

Upcoming Boer Goat Seminar and Sale

There will be a free seminar on Boer Goats and a Boer Goat sale Satuday November 21st at 1:00 at the Iowa State Fair Grounds. The topics that John Edwards will be discussing will just be general health, feeding and proper management of your goats. More info about John Edwards, founder of E.G.G.S. can be found on his website www.eggsboers.com John and Jackie Edwards are one of the first to bring the Boer Goat into the United States and are a wealth of information about reproduction, health and management of the boer goat.

We are very excited to have them in Iowa for this seminar which is free and open to the public.

Maurice & Kim Erwin
Lamoni Farms
Cattle~Hogs~Boer Goats
641-223-0023
www.lamonifarmsboergoats.com

Give the Gift of Grain to Benefit Iowa 4-H

Crop producers who want to support Iowa 4-H Youth Development have another option besides writing a check or donating cash. They can give the gift of grain. Giving grain is a viable option for donating to the 4-H program through the Iowa 4-H Foundation, said Albert Grunenwald, the foundation's associate director. Self-employed farmers who donate grain to the Iowa 4-H Foundation not only benefit youth across the state, but also reduce their self-employment tax and increase their income tax savings, Grunenwald explained.

The grain must be placed in the Iowa 4-H Foundation's name to be sold by the Iowa 4-H Foundation, Grunenwald stressed. Farmers are welcome to transfer the grain at their local elevator, co-op or grain merchant.

For specific instructions on how to donate grain to support 4-H, contact Grunenwald at (515) 294-4780 or abgrunen@iastate.edu.

DON’T MISS: Iowa 4-H Day at the Iowa Speedway

Ever dreamed about going to a race at the Iowa Speedway? Well now you can. For a mere $15, we’ve made it affordable for all 4-H families, volunteers, friends, supporters and staff to attend. In addition to admission to the race, every ticket comes with $5 in Rusty Bucks for use at the concession stands as well as admission to the Billy Currington Concert.
We had such great response from the Iowa State Women’s Basketball game (more than 900 people), we thought we would offer another 4-H Day for youth to connect with 4-H’ers from across the state. On September 19, 2009 you and your family, friends, club and county are invited to attend the USARPro Cup Series. ASA Late Model Series is celebrating its Seventh Anniversary season in 2009 and prides itself on grooming prospective future racing stars as they make their way up the proverbial racing ladder.
To purchase tickets, download the form at http://www.iowa4hfoundation.org/DOC/Events/4HDay2009OrderForm.doc
NOTE: This offer is open to anyone and everyone. (Shelly Greving)

Let’s Get Motivated! For Free!

Zig Ziglar, Terry Bradshaw, Colin Powell, and Laura Bush are just a few of the special guests speaking at the Get Motivated Seminar on Thursday, September 17 at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. The 4-H program has FREE tickets for anyone who contacts us and wants to attend this exciting and motivational event! This seminar is from 8 A.M. to 4:45 P.M. and has been praised and acclaimed by CNN, USA Today, TIME, PEOPLE, The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. To get your tickets, e-mail shellyg@iastate.edu. Find more information at www.getmotivated.com. (Shelly Greving)

Festival of Trees and Lights

Dear Friend,

My name is Leah Churchman and I would like to introduce myself as Chair of the Book Tree Committee for this year’s Festival of Trees and Lights which will take place at the Polk County Convention Complex (5th & Grand) November 25-29. I am writing to share my family’s story about our experiences with the services Festival supports and to ask for your help in filling the Festival’s Book Tree with new books that can be given to young patients throughout the year.

What is the Festival of Trees and Lights?
The Festival is an annual event supporting the Child Life and Advocacy & Outreach programs at Blank Children’s Hospital. The Book Tree stands more than 18 feet high and holds thousands of donated children’s books which will be given to patients and family members.


What services do the Child Life and Advocacy & Outreach programs provide?
The Child Life and Advocacy & Outreach programs have a direct impact on children and their families at Blank. Child Life Specialists provide recreational, therapeutic, developmental, and educational programming for hospitalized children and their families in order to make the healthcare experience as positive as possible. The Center for Advocacy and Outreach is a statewide resource for education and information regarding children’s issues. Both of these programs are provided to everyone at no cost, and no one is ever turned away for any reason.

How do these programs directly impact families?
My family has personally experienced how important these programs are to hospitalized children, their parents, and their siblings. Due to a severe illness, my daughter, Jess, spent extended periods of time at Blank which, of course, also affected me, my husband, Drew, and Jess’ twin brother, Kade. The Child Life specialists not only ensured Jess had everything she needed to pass the long hours, but also provided Kade with books, craft supplies, toys, and trips to the playroom; planned birthday parties; dropped off holiday goodies; and made frequent visits to Jess’ room to check on her progress. Their kindness and compassion helped soften the edges of difficult situations our family faced.

Thank you for your support. We look forward to talking with you about ways you can help us fill this year’s Book Tree. In the meantime, if you have questions about the Festival or the Book Tree, feel free to contact the Festival Office at 241-6494.

Sincerely,
Leah Churchman
Book Tree Committee Chair

State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council Now accepting Applications

Strengthening Youth involvement in State Government Des Moines, IA-

With the passage and signing of HF315 this spring, the State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council (SIYAC) was formally established in the Code of Iowa. SIYAC, which originated under the aegis of Governor Tom Vilsack, consists of 15 to 21 diverse students who represent youth throughout the state. Applications are being accepted now for the 2009-2010 school year. Motivated students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. SIYAC members benefit from leadership and civic engagement experience, numerous trainings, and opportunities to network with statewide organizations, communities, legislators, and youth across the state. SIYAC members have tackled a range of issues facing Iowa’s youth, including school drop out rates, health and nutrition, teen drinking, bullying and improvement of after-school programs. As representatives of SIYAC, members are expected to identify issues and engage their communities to promote youth development and involvement. SIYAC holds quarterly meetings in Des Moines. Mileage and meal reimbursements are provided for meetings and related SIYAC activities. For more information on SIYAC and how to apply, contact SIYAC Coordinator Annelise Plooster at Annelise.plooster@iowa.gov or visit the website at www.siyac.webs.com.

Polk County 4H Photography on Facebook

I've created a page for Polk County 4H photography on Facebook. This could be a great opportunity for Polk County 4H photographers to discuss their photography projects with other 4H'ers. If you're on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/pages/Polk-County-Iowa/Polk-County-4-H-Photography/90094347735, become a fan of the page, create a photo album with some of your pictures, and let other fans of the page offer their comments and critiques of your work. Let the discussions begin!

Polk County Intermediate Council is planning a fundraiser

The Intermediate Council is holding a garage sale on June 27 from 9-3. It will be held at the Polk County Extension office. We are asking for donations of things to sell. You can drop your donations off at the extension office the week of June 22. If you can't drop off, you can also contact Maggie Zimmermann at 685-2416 and I will pick up.

Also, please plan on coming to the garage sale on Saturday, June 27, to find some great bargains!

Photography Workshop

On Monday, June 22, I will be conducting a photography workshop at the Enabling Garden just south of the Altoona Hy-Vee. We will focus on floral and portrait photography. The workshop will run from 6-8 pm, with plenty of time for taking pictures during some of the best light of the day!

Click here for more information.

4-H Volunteer Forum Oct. 1-4

AMES, Iowa -- 4-H volunteers from Iowa have a close to home opportunity to receive training and network with other 4-H volunteers in Lincoln, Neb., this fall. Volunteers from 12 states will converge on Lincoln in October to learn more about their importance to the organization.
Registration begins this month for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension’s North Central Region 4-H Volunteer Forum Oct. 1-4 at the downtown Holiday Inn. The theme is “Giving Them Our Best.” About 300 adult 4-H volunteers from 12 states are expected.
“The forum will focus on what it takes to be a good 4-H volunteer,” said Chris Gleason, Iowa State University Extension 4-H program coordinator.

The volunteer forum rotates each year among Nebraska, Kansas, North Dakota, South Dakota, Missouri, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and Illinois.
The event will feature 70 educational workshops, many of which will focus on 4-H’s three areas of emphasis -- science, engineering and technology; healthy lifestyles; and life skills. Three keynote speakers are scheduled, said Doug Swanson, extension educator of professional development in the Nebraska state 4-H office.

The registration fee is $200 for the full forum or $110 per day. Early-bird registration is from June 1 to Aug. 15. Late registration will be open until Sept. 15 with an additional $50 fee.
Registration information and the workshop schedule are available at http://4h.unl.edu/volunteers/forum.htm.

“Iowa has more than 9,000 volunteers who are crucial to the Iowa 4-H program,” Gleason said. “Iowa volunteers who attend the regional forums say they return re-energized and with new skills and ideas to help them have a successful club year.”

-30-Contacts :Chris Gleason, ISU Extension 4-H program coordinator, 515-294-1557, cgleason@iastate.edu
Laura Sternweis, Extension Communications and External Relations, (515) 294-0775, lsternwe@iastate.edu Doug Swanson, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension, (402) 472-1762, dswanson8@unl.edu

Des Moines Public Schools, Poverty Simulation

On June 15, 2009, the Des Moines Public Schools Learning Supports Department will be providing a Poverty Simulation at Hoyt Middle School. The training will take place from 9 am to 12 pm, and will be followed by training provided by Heartland AEA.

Currently, the simulation can accommodate an additional 40 participants and we would like to extend an invitation to participate to our district and community partners. If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Dennis Vogel, at 515-729-4108 or dennis.vogel@dmps.k12.ia.us , by noon on Friday, June 5, 2009.

IRIS opportunity to host a child from Africa

Looking for new experiences and cultural immersion for you and your family? Want to open your home to an exchange student or do you know someone who would? Iowa Resource for International Service (IRIS) is looking for host families for their exchange program. Students are English-speaking high school juniors from Nigeria and Tanzania. IRIS works through the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program funded by the State Department. If you have any questions or would like some more information, please contact IRIS directly at 515-292-7103 or check the website at HYPERLINK "http://www.iris-center.org/”. Thank you!

Sign up NOW for Run, Rock & Stroll

Sign up NOW for Run, Rock & Stroll: Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield presents Run, Rock & Stroll on Saturday, June 13 at Water Works Park in Des Moines! This is the largest annual fundraiser for The Heart Connection and we need YOU to sign up and participate. Registration is now available online at www.RunRockStroll.com! The cost is currently just $20 for adults and $10 for kids! The event features a one mile fun run, 5K run/walk and 10K run, as well as family friendly entertainment and a Kid’s Village with carnival games and outstanding food. If you are interested in forming a team, please contact Cindy at cindy@childrenscancerprograms.com.

Iowa 4-H Center holding free open house

Iowa 4-H Center holding free open house

Kids and families who are looking for summer camp opportunities should try the Iowa 4-H Center. Free open house events are set for June. The open house events are June 3 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Camp program specialist Traci Haselhuhn said to RSVP to (515) 795-3338 by the Saturday prior to the open house. The Iowa 4-H Center is located on 1,100 acres along the Des Moines River near Madrid, just off highway E-57.

“Join us for a wagon tour of camp, and try out the climbing tower and zip line. You also can enjoy a hot dog roast and s’mores before a campfire program with the camp staff in our 250-person capacity Pinecone Amphitheater,” said Haselhuhn.
The open houses include time for kids and families to meet the cabin counselors and camp directors and ask questions about day camps, overnight camps and the overall camp experience, Haselhuhn said.

“Young day campers can become familiar with the camp and the staff before they arrive for their first day of camp. This helps alleviate ‘first day’ homesickness,” Haselhuhn said. “Parents get a chance to see where their day campers will be all day long. Since we provide transportation to and from day camp, this may be the only chance for parents to actually visit the camp.”
The Iowa 4-H Center offers age-appropriate activities to help youth master skills in a wide variety of interests, including a climbing wall, high ropes, zip lines, a team challenge course, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, creek walks, outdoor cooking and camping skills, GPS, nature exploration, fishing, archery, air rifles, arts and crafts, drama and sports. Campers can choose to focus their time on one topic or try a little bit of everything the camp offers.

The 2009 camp brochure and registration information are available on the Web at www.iowa4hcamp.com. “You can register online or you can download and print a paper registration form to register via U.S. mail or fax,” Haselhuhn said.
The Iowa 4-H Center is a retreat center owned by the Iowa 4-H Foundation and operated in conjunction with the Iowa 4-H Program, Iowa State University and ISU Extension.

The Iowa 4-H Center is fully accredited by the American Camping Association.

The Iowa Agricultural Youth Institute

The Iowa Agricultural Youth Institute (IAYI) is quickly approaching. The four day leadership conference is held on the ISU campus for sophomores, juniors and seniors in high school who are interested in agricultural. This conference is packed full of opportunities for youth to explore the depths of agriculture, network with industry professionals, and develop leadership skills. The conference will be June 8-11, 2009 and only costs $50 due to the sponsorship of agricultural businesses and leaders!
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 1ST.

An application that includes additional information on the conference can be found by clicking here. If you know any youth that would be interested in taking advantage of this opportunity please share this information with them. If you have any question please contact me.

Thank you,

Amber Hill
Ag Program Coordinator
Iowa Agricultural Development Authority
515-281-6444
amber.hill@iowa.gov

Catch The Spirit Volunteers Needed May 6th

Catch The Spirit Volunteers Needed May 6th:

The Heart Connection needs your help on May 6th! Catch The Spirit is an annual 5K event held in memory of camper Megan Koepke in Waverly, Iowa. We are looking for 30 volunteers to help make this special event happen. Volunteers are needed at 4 pm, and we will provide dinner after the event! To get involved with this event, please contact Brecka@childrenscancerprograms.com.

Cookin' Clovers

Do you enjoy cooking or baking? The Cookin' Clovers might be for you! We are a regular 4H group that leans towards cooking, baking, shopping, healthy foods etc. Our group meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month on the south side of Ankeny. We are looking forward to some great food and fun times. This next year we will have a special focus on community service projects and senior citizen outreach. Our goals are to enhance confidence and promote leadership skills; while having a great time and spreading the word about 4H along the way! If you would like to join our group please contact:
Kelle Sickerson
515-208-6343
CookinClovers@gmail.com

Operation Military Kids Camps

Operation: Military Kids Summer Camps

Operation: Military Kids and the Dept. of Defense's Joint Family Support Assistance Program (JFSAP) are pleased to announce multiple camp opportunities for military kids this summer.
Five residential camps exclusively designed for military kids are scheduled throughout the summer at the Iowa 4-H Center, near Madrid, Iowa. Eligible campers are the dependent children, dependent stepchildren, or siblings of Iowa's Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, or Marines and include Guard, Reserve, or Active-duty. Accepted campers will pay a registration fee of $25.00, the remainder of the camp costs will be covered by the OMK Camp Initiative grant.
Dates and ages are:
June 14-20 Ages 9-11
June 21-27 Ages 12-14
July 12-18 Ages 15-18
July 26-Aug. 1 Ages 12-14
Aug. 2-8 Ages 9-11

The Iowa 4-H Center is an American Camp Association accredited camp. Learn more about the 4-H Center at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4hcenter/aboutus/index.php
OMK Summer Camps are designed as fun retreats full of activities to aid military kids in building resiliency and coping skills in a safe environment. During Challenge activities, including a high ropes course and climbing wall, creek walks, and campfire reflections, campers will have the opportunity to interact with other military kids facing similar stressors, develop and strengthen their communication skills, reflect on their own situations, and look outside themselves to a larger world and their ability to impact that world.
Campers will spend their mornings sampling an activity from each of the camp's five main program areas: outdoor camping, shooting sports, challenge course, waterfront, and camp craft. In the afternoon they will go swimming and participate in programming designed just for Military Kids. Evenings include campfire programs, skit night, and other crazy themed all-camp events.
Information and application forms are available on the Internet at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/omk/CalendarOfEvents.htm Application deadline is May 1, 2009.Questions about the camping opportunities should be directed to Liz Mettille, OMK Camp Coordinator (mettille@iastate.edu ).

Central Iowa Wind Energy Conference on May 14 in Newton

People, both youth and adults, interested in knowing more about wind energy, one of our nation's fastest-growing sources of energy, should attend the Central Iowa Wind Energy Conference on May 14 in Newton. This all-day conference will be of interest to producers, industry owners, school officials and science clubs, residential owners and farmers who have continuous electric needs and want to generate their own power, according to Kapil Arora, ISU Extension field agricultural engineer and conference co-coordinator. The key speakers will address wind energy basics, grants and loans for wind generators and wind energy contracts. For additional information, call your local county extension office or visit on-line at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/2009/apr/161501.htm Conference brochure including registration information is also available on-line at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/jasper/news/wind.htm

IFAA Winner’s Circle Scholarships Information Available

IFAA Winner’s Circle Scholarships Information Available

The Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement is again asking your help in getting information out to eligible high school students in Iowa about IFAA’s twenty-five (25) scholarships totaling $39,000. These scholarships are available to incoming freshman in the Fall of 2009 at any four- or two-year post-secondary institution in Iowa. The application deadline is June 1, 2009.

You will find the following information at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4H/Documents/Public09IFAAInfo.pdf:
1. Scholarship Information Letter
2. List of 2009 Winner’s Circle Scholarships available to Incoming Freshman
3. 2009 Winner’s Circle Scholarship Application for all Incoming Freshman Scholarships

We do appreciate your assistance in getting our scholarship information out to all youth involved in 4-H. If you have any questions, please contact me at Linda@slweldon.net or at 515-685-3719.

Stitch This

Stitch This!
Announcing Stitch This!, a 16-hour fashion design competition for Iowa high-school youth inspired by the hit TV show “Project Runway”. The competition will involve teams of youth working together to deconstruct wedding dresses and design them into new wearable garments, which will culminate into a runway-style fashion show during the 2009 Iowa State Fair. Visit www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/statefair/stitchthis.htm for more information, the application, and photos of the dresses. Please note that this event is open to youth not yet enrolled in 4-H. Application deadline is June 1, 2009; winners will be announced July 1. We have sent information to all FCS teachers in the state to encourage all youth to apply. Please distribute to all 4-H youth who may be interested in participating or attending the event. For more information contact Shelly Greving, shellyg@iastate.edu or 515-294-1607.

A message from the president of the Iowa 4-H Foundation

April 15, 2009

Greetings Friends of 4-H,

We're writing today to share concerns facing 4-H in Iowa. Budget cuts are happening everywhere, but one significant cut will affect the 4-H program. The Iowa House passed the Regent's budget yesterday with a cut of $361 million to education. ISU is slated to receive $184.9 million which represents a 12.82% cut. This is significant because ISU's cut is larger than that of the other regents' universities. The budget bill "Senate File 470" is currently at the Senate and will then go to conference committee. We know preliminary plans are to cut approximately $4.5 million from Extension and $500,000 from the 4-H program. You can make a difference. We all know the value of Extension and 4-H to Iowa. Help us by sharing your passion for these programs and explaining specifically how they benefit you, your family, and your community.

These are difficult times for many. However, the proposed cut for ISU and the resulting plan to balance the reduced budget by cutting Extension and 4-H programs is unnecessary and an unfair burden - threatening the future of Iowa's youth. Please help us by: Contact your legislators THIS WEEK by phone or e-mail (it only takes a few moments) (http://www.legis.state.ia.us/aspx/Legislators/LegislatorInfo.aspx) Encourage them to restore the cuts in Senate File 470 to 4-H and ask them to insert language in the budget bill that prevents Extension and 4-H from absorbing such a great share of the cut.

PLEASE NOTE: 4-H is funded through the Board of Regents (those we've talked to have stated that they thought 4-H was funded by education and that "education was fine." This is not the case.) $500,000 would be an investment in our future and this will be paid back many times by the wonderful things our 4-H youth and alumni are doing.

Specifically, if you know people in these counties: Palo Alto, West Pottawattamie, Polk, Johnson, Dubuque or Fayette ask them to personally contact their legislators in the House and Senate Leadership about these cuts.

Write a letter to the editor As 4-H youth, parents and alumni you have powerful stories to share. We have prepared two sample letters here that you may use and include your own personalized message. Tell of the impact 4-H has had on you and your community.

4-H Editorial
http://www.iowa4hfoundation.org/news/Call%20to%20Action/4-H%20Editorial.doc

Extension Editorial
http://www.iowa4hfoundation.org/news/Call%20to%20Action/Extension%20editorial.doc

Please forward this email and encourage your friends and family to do the same.

Sincerely,

Dennis H. Goering
2008-2009 Iowa 4-H Foundation President
Phone: (515) 294-1537
www.iowa4hfoundation.org

Iowa 4-H Center free open house events are set for April and June

AMES, Iowa -- Kids and families who are looking for summer camp opportunities should try the Iowa 4-H Center. Free open house events are set for April and June.
“Join us for a wagon tour of camp, and try out the climbing tower and zip line. You also can enjoy a hot dog roast and s’mores before a campfire program with the camp staff in our 250-person capacity Pinecone Amphitheater,” said camp program specialist Traci Haselhuhn.
The open house events are April 19 and 26 from 4 to 7 p.m. and June 3 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Haselhuhn said to RSVP to (515) 795-3338 by the Saturday prior to each open house. The Iowa 4-H Center is located on 1,100 acres along the Des Moines River near Madrid, Iowa, just off highway E-57.
The open houses include time for kids and families to meet the cabin counselors and camp directors and ask questions about day camps, overnight camps and the overall camp experience, Haselhuhn said.
“Young day campers can become familiar with the camp and the staff before they arrive for their first day of camp. This helps alleviate ‘first day’ homesickness,” Haselhuhn said. “Parents get a chance to see where their day campers will be all day long. Since we provide transportation to and from day camp, this may be the only chance for parents to actually visit the camp.”
Returning overnight campers and camp alumni can share their love of camp with their families. New campers get to check out the camp and staff and learn their way around, she said.
“Even if you can’t fit camp into your summer schedule, come to an open house to see what the 4-H Center is like,” Haselhuhn said. Those who cannot attend an open house but who would like a tour of the camp facilities or program areas should call the camp office at (515) 795-3338 to schedule a visit.
The Iowa 4-H Center offers age-appropriate activities to help youth master skills in a wide variety of interests, including a climbing wall, high ropes, zip lines, a team challenge course, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, creek walks, outdoor cooking and camping skills, GPS, nature exploration, fishing, archery, air rifles, arts and crafts, drama, and sports. Campers can choose to focus their time on one topic or try a little bit of everything the camp offers.
The 2009 camp brochure and registration information are available on the Web at www.iowa4hcamp.com.
“You can register online or you can download and print a paper registration form to register via U.S. mail or fax,” Haselhuhn said.
The Iowa 4-H Center is a retreat center owned by the Iowa 4-H Foundation and operated in conjunction with the Iowa 4-H Program, Iowa State University and ISU Extension. The Iowa 4-H Center is fully accredited by the American Camping Association.
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APRIL 17TH AT ARTDIVE 5-9 PM "BRING IN THE SPRING"

Join us to celebrate Artdive's Aunnal Spring Open House with fabulous local art, food and drinks! APRIL 17TH 5-9 PM, LOCATED AT 1417 WALNUT ST. See the work of newly featured graffiti artist Jordan Weber. His work deals with issues of consumerism and materialism and their effects on the self-image. There are elements of a “Pop Art” influence along with Japanese culture. The exhibit will also include new box constructions by artist Kevin House and new splatter paintings by comic illustrator Ron Wagner. Bekah Ash, who recently signed with Hallmark to use her imagery in a line of greeting cards, will also be showing works. Christine Mullane will unveil her latest commissioned collage painting “Reddi Wip Mick.” Rob Reeves will feature a new nightscape, Brent Houzenga will be exhibiting his environmentally friendly recycled window art and new to Artdive is artist Hasan Tosunbegovic who will show his surrealist landscapes. Let’s “Bring in the Spring!” for more info call 515-245-9000
THE EXHIBIT RUNS THROUGH JULY 17 TH

Polk County Fair Queen Contest

The Altoona Hustling Herdsmen have chosen their nominee for the Polk County Fair Queen Contest. It was a difficult decision and a close vote for our members to choose our nominee. We do have a senior girl who is willing to represent another club that might not have any members who are willing or eligible for the queen contest.

If your club is looking for someone to represent you in the queen contest, please contact me at timminsrg@gmail.com.

Stitch This Contest

AMES, Iowa – Nine wedding dresses, 36 teenagers and two days at the Iowa State Fair. That’s the pattern for Stitch This!, a 16-hour fashion design competition for Iowa high-school youth.
Inspired by the hit TV show “Project Runway,” the competition will involve teams of youth working together to deconstruct wedding dresses and design them into new wearable garments. Stitch This! will culminate in a runway-style fashion show during the 2009 Iowa State Fair. The competition is sponsored by Iowa State University Extension 4-H Youth Development.
The grand prize winning team of teens will have the opportunity to share their talents with Michele Beschen, host and creator of “Courage to Create,” “B.Original” and “B.Organic” TV shows. Beschen recently was featured on “Rachel Ray.” The winning team and project will be featured in a segment on “B.Organic” during the fall/winter 2009. Youth will learn about developing their creative ideas and nurturing their talents.

“The Iowa 4-H Stitch This! event will be a fun opportunity for youth across the state to express their creativity, design style and fashion sense,” said Shelly Greving, marketing coordinator for the Iowa 4-H Foundation. “Besides, we had to do something with all those wedding dresses.”
The nine dresses had been donated to the Iowa 4-H Foundation for an auction at the 2008 Iowa State Fair, but they didn’t sell, Greving explained.

A way to excel“We also hope that youth will catch a glimpse of what 4-H is all about. Teens have many different ways to excel in any individual 4-H interest area,” she said.
Stitch This! will take place Friday and Saturday, Aug. 21-22 at the 4-H Exhibit Building on the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. Youth can apply in teams of four, and nine teams will be selected to compete, Greving said.

Here’s how the competition works: Each team will be assigned a wedding dress. Over the course of two days, each team will take the dress apart and will use their creativity to design and construct a wearable garment from the pieces. Each team will be paired with an ISU Textiles and Clothing student who will provide direction and overall expertise on patternmaking and construction.

“We are looking forward to this exciting new youth event for the 2009 Iowa State Fair, sponsored by 4-H. Stitch This! will bring youth together in an innovative way,” said Gary Slater, CEO/manager of the Iowa State Fair.

To apply, youth teams need to submit a written application online at www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/StateFair/stitchthis.htm (or print off the PDF form and mail it in), as well as upload a video application to YouTube and e-mail the video link to iowa4h@iastate.edu. The video then will be posted on the 4-H YouTube channel, http://www.youtube.com/iowa4h.

Applications are due by June 1Teams will be selected by July 1 and will be announced at the State 4-H Youth Conference. All Iowa high school youth who have completed grades 9, 10, 11 or 12 are eligible to apply. At least one youth on each team must be a 4-H member. To join 4-H, youth need to contact their ISU Extension county office or call (515) 294-1607.
For more information on Stitch This!, contact Shelly Greving at (515) 294-1607 or visit www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/StateFair/stitchthis.htm.

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Stitch This! Registration: www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/StateFair/stitchthisreg.htmStitch This! Video Submission: http://www.youtube.com/iowa4h

ABOUT THE IOWA 4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization, serving more than 6 million young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, communication and life skills. One quarter of Iowa’s young people are involved in 4-H. In Iowa, 4-H Youth Development is headquartered at the Iowa State University campus in Ames.


Contacts :Shelly Greving, Iowa 4-H Foundation, (515) 294-1607 or (515) 294-4443, shellyg@iastate.edu

Run, Rock & Stroll on Saturday, June 13th

Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield presents Run, Rock & Stroll on Saturday, June 13th at Water Works Park in Des Moines! This is the largest annual fundraiser for The Heart Connection and we need YOUR SUPPORT! Create a TEAM and start fundraising now for this awesome event! These funds are vital to The Heart Connection programs that support a family’s cancer journey.

Just visit www.runrockstroll.com, scroll down to the bottom right and click “register here”. This will take to you to registration page which also has a link to set up your TEAM and fundraising page. The step by step instructions will guide you through set-up. Send your link out to family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers! You can get creative with t-shirts, bandanas, ribbons, buttons, etc… The sky is the limit! You can walk, run or do a little of both! Remember, you do not have to participate in the event to donate or to raise funds. If you ARE participating, however, you must register for the event before forming or becoming part of a team.

We will have a prize for the team who raises the most funds as well as for the individual raising the most funds. CREATE A TEAM TODAY!!!

Please contact Cindy at 243-6239 ext. 7 or at cindy@childrenscancerprograms.com with any questions.

See you on June 13th!!

**Note: If you plan to participate in the event, you will have to register at www.runrockstroll.com and pay your registration fees there. The team/fundraising page is a separate page. Race registration fees do not apply to the fundraising totals.

Mike Samuelson Memorial Scholarship

Mike Samuelson Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship fund was established in the memory of Mike Samuelson by the generosity of his friends and family.

Mike had three passions in his life; his family, farming and Iowa State. Mike had the opportunity through Iowa State and agriculture to make many friends and touch many lives. He will always be remembered by those that knew him as a caring, friendly and hard-working man.


Eligibility:

The scholarship is in the amount of $1,000.00 with the check made out to the recipient and Iowa State University. This scholarship will be awarded to a central Iowa graduating senior attending Iowa State University with a major in the College of Agriculture who excels in the following criteria:

The scholarship is open to any Central Iowa graduating senior who will be attending Iowa State with a major in the College of Agriculture and who exhibits high standards of personal conduct, integrity and character.

A copy of the Application can be found, here.

We will be extending the deadline for applications to April 20th. Please make sure to have the application in my hands by that date.

Please mail all applications to: Jeff Lilienthal 2712 140th St. Urbandale, IA 50323 Or scan/email the application to: jeff lilienthal [premierpromotions@mchsi.com] If there are any questions, feel free to call me as well. 515-987-6682.

I recieved the following message from a woman who thought that she might have apuppy for an interested 4-H'er.

To whom it may concern:

My name is Erin Newbury and my husband and I recently adopted a black lab puppy from the animal rescue league. We have found that we are unable to give him enough time and attention and are looking to give him to a good home. "Henry," as we call him, is about 6-7 months old and is very calm as far as labs go (he just loves to be with his people). He is potty trained and kennel trained and can sit, lay down and ring a jingle bell to tell you he has to go potty! Henry is a good boy and deserves more than we can give him. If you or someone you know is interested in bringing home a great friend please contact us via email at newbury@spu.edu or you can call me in the evenings at 360-220-3359.

Sincerely:

Erin Newbury

Make-A-Wish Fundraiser Could win you a horse

Hi Phillip,I thought maybe this would a good outlet to include for our fund raiser. This fund raiser is called "PAINTing Dreams" and is an AjPHA Presidential Project. ALL money raised stays here in Iowa for the Make-A Wish Foundation Iowa Chapter. Brittney Kincaid (4-H member) is the Iowa Paint Horse Youth Club president and the youth club members are selling tickets for a chance win this gelding which was donated by Gregg & Sandra Reisinger -APHA #1 Breeder of Performance Horses.

The Youth Club is trying to grant a wish which is $5,000.00. Anyone interested in tickets can call or email me and I will make arrangements. We will also have tickets available at the Iowa Horse Fair - Iowa Paint Horse Booth. $5 donation recieves 1 ticket$25 donation receives 6 ticketsThe drawing is going to be held Memorial Day Weekend in Cedar Rapids at the show and need not be present to win. ALL money raised goes to the Make-A-Wish.

I can give more details about the awesome pedigree on this beautiful yearling. His name is "Red Trim" sired by "Alotta Charisma" and his mother is "Hard Rock Rose" by "Dirty Rocky". He is also being worked with daily by the young lady in the picture- he hauls, clips, bathes, leads, lunges, picks his feet up very nicely- If the winner wishes to donate him back we will have a second, seperate fund raiser and hopefully grant another wish. Thank you so much for supporting us.

Questions contact Jackie Kincaid- Iowa Paint Horse Youth Club Advisor (515)991-5094 or JZKincaid2@hotmail.com please put in subject line - PAINTing Dreams

ISU Youth Livestock Judging Contest

RE: 2009 ISU Spring Youth Livestock Judging Contest
Dear Coaches,
We would like to take this opportunity to invite you to the 2009 ISU Spring Youth Livestock Judging Contest. We look forward to hosting a quality event as you continue preparation for the state contest. The contest will consist of 8 classes of cattle, sheep, and hogs and three sets of oral reasons. The teams will consist of four members where all individual scores contribute to the team score. Each school is welcome to bring more than one team as well as extra individuals. All contestants are eligible for individual awards. Awards will be given to top teams and individuals.
Our goal is to provide a competitive event that also focuses on education. On all non-reasons
classes the 2009 ISU Livestock Judging Team will critique the class as well as give officials and cuts. In addition, teams will be grouped together therefore coaches will be able to visit with their teams for instruction following non-reasons classes. Reasons classes will not be critiqued as we would like to have the students to share their own thoughts and opinions in the reasons room. Following oral reasons coaches will be given written comments on their team’s reasons as well as scores from the officials.

Registration will be held in the Farm Bureau Pavilion in Kildee Hall on the ISU campus the morning of April 25th between 7:30am and 8:30am. The contest will begin at 9:00am.
Please find the enclosed team registration form for pre-registration. Entry fees are $40 per team and/or $10 per individual, and can be paid either with the return of the registration form or during registration the morning of the contest. Lunch is included in the entry fee for students. Pre-entry would be much appreciated. We will have Senior (9th -12th Grade) and Junior (8th Grade and under) divisions for teams and individuals.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jeff Thayne, ISU Livestock Judging Coach. Our hope is this will be a worthwhile competitive training event. I hope you will be able to join us on campus on Saturday April 25, 2009. ALSO, THE ISU LIVESTOCK JUDGING CAMP WILL BE JUNE 15-17, 2009.

Sincerely,
Jeff Thayne
Office: 515.294.5910 Email: jtthayne@iastate.edu

Adventurelan Offers aspecial Rate in June for 4-H Clubs

Once again Adventureland is offering a reduced rate for 4-H clubd in the month of June. They are offering to let 4-H'ers come out to their amusement park for the price of $19.50 per person. If you are interested there are fliers at the extension office.

Youth Leadership Opportunity

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Bryan King
Wednesday, February 11, 2009 +1 515.242.5023

Statewide Youth Leadership Opportunity
State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council (SIYAC) Currently Accepting Applications

Des Moines, IA—The State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council is currently accepting applications for the 2009-2010 school year from Iowa students who will be enrolled in high school next year. Deadline for applications is March 13th, 2009. Consideration for selection includes; age and grade level (09-10’), geographical location, leadership experience, community and school involvement, and a letter of recommendation from an adult who can attest to your abilities and potential. Next year marks the 9th year of SIYAC representing Iowa’s youth as a statewide advisory council.

Over the past year, SIYAC has transitioned from the State of Iowa Youth Action Committee to the State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council. SIYAC members have worked hard this year to set the foundation and build strong relationships for the upcoming years. Being a SIYAC member will give you numerous opportunities for trainings and youth engagement opportunities, connections with other statewide organizations and youth, connecting with state legislators as a voice for Iowa’s youth and will require you attend quarterly meetings in Des Moines.

This past year SIYAC has formed a strong partnership with the Iowa Department of Education’s Team Nutrition program to host Youth in Action for a Healthy Iowa workshops in Ames this past fall and in Creston, Davenport, Cedar Rapids, and Alta this spring. The workshops aim to address real problems and implement realistic solutions facing wellness, nutrition, and physical activity concerns in Iowa’s schools and communities. Mini-grants of $500 are offered to participating schools to implement a project in their community.

Background Information
SIYAC is a non-partisan youth advisory council created in 2001 by former Governor Tom Vilsack. SIYAC consists of no more than 21 youth from across Iowa, representing a diversity of thoughts and ideas. The purpose of SIYAC is to:

Create open dialogue between policy makers and youth to shape and refine policies and practices to improve youth directed services.
Engage youth in their state and community to improve personal investment and likelihood of remaining in Iowa.
Increase the demand of local and statewide voice for youth by highlighting important issues facing young Iowans.

If you would like to apply for a position on the 2009-2010 SIYAC, please submit a completed application no later than March 13th to the SIYAC Coordinator.

For additional information on SIYAC, including application forms, and Youth in Action for a Healthy Iowa Spring Workshop information, visit www.siyac.webs.com or contact SIYAC State Coordinator Bryan King at Bryan.King@iowa.gov


Bryan King
AmeriCorps VISTA/Program Coordinator

State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council
Department of Human Rights
Lucas State Office Building
Des Moines, IA 50319

Survivorship Conference Help Wanted

Survivorship Conference Help Wanted:As you may know, we are proud to be hosting our first Survivorship Connection Conference on March 28th! We have an exciting lineup of speakers and agencies involved, but are could always use more help! The Heart Connection is looking for people or groups interested in helping with the following:Participant Recruitment: Registration forms are now available, and they will be up on our website very soon! We also have promotional materials about the conference if you are willing to promote the conference at your place of business.Workshop Presenters: If you have heard a great speaker on a topic related to cancer survivorship recently, please pass their information on to us! Sponsors, Exhibitors, and Samples: If your company might be interested in sponsoring this conference, exhibitor space, or distributing product samples to our attendees, please contact us. If you would like to help, or for more information about this conference, please contact brecka@childrenscancerprograms.com .

Each year The Heart Connection relies on about 150 week-long volunteers to help make our camps a great experience for children with cancer and their siblings. We also recruit 25 day volunteers and several large groups to help out throughout the week. Week long camp staff applications will be available online next week, and day volunteer applications will be available in March. If you are interested in making the difference in the lives of our campers, please watch www.childrenscancerprograms.com for updates on how to apply! Cancer is a part of their lives...so are we!

A follow up about 4-H day with Cyclone's Women's Basketball

ISU Women’s Basketball Game FAQ

When is the last day to purchase tickets at this discounted rate?
February 26, 2009

Do I have to order the tickets online, or can I do it at a Ticketmaster location and receive the discount?
Yes, You must order the tickets online to receive the discounted rate.

How do I receive the tickets?
The only way to receive these tickets is to have them mailed to you. Timing should not be an issue with the last day to purchase tickets being Feb. 26th.

How will I be able to get the drink, hot dog and t-shirt?
You will receive two tickets for every one admission you purchase. One ticket will be your admission ticket and the other will be your coupon for the hot dog, drink and t-shirt (please note that this coupon looks like an admission ticket, so read carefully). NOTE: You must pick up your t-shirt prior to getting your hot dog and drink because the concession vendors will take that ticket in exchange for your food. Once you pick up your t-shirt, we will mark on your ticket that you have received it.

Where do I pick up my Cyclone/4-H t-shirt?
The Iowa 4-H Foundation will have a booth right inside the South doors of Hilton Coliseum. You may pick up your t-shirts right before the game. You may also make prior arrangements to pick up the t-shirts during the week prior to the game at the State 4-H office in Ames. Contact Shelly Greving shellyg@iastate.edu if you are interested in picking up the t-shirts early.

How will you know my size for the t-shirt?
You may send your/your group’s t-shirt quantities and sizes prior to February 13th to Shelly Greving shellyg@iastate.edu and she will make sure that your correct sizes are ordered and bundled together as a group. When you pick up your group’s t-shirts at the game, this will make it a quick and easy process for everyone. (please make sure to reference whether it is a youth or adult size)

Where should we sit at the game?
You are welcome to sit anywhere in general admission, however, we recommend that 4-Hers sit in sections 225-228 so that you may get to know other 4-Hers from across the state. This will be directly above the location of the 4-H booth inside the south doors to Hilton Coliseum and very easy to find.

How do I get tickets again?
Go to http://www.ticketmaster.com/promo/t16bgz
Click on FIND TICKETS. Select the number of tickets under IOWA 4-H PROMOTION. Enter code IOWA4H to receive the discount.


For all further questions, please contact Shelly Greving at shellyg@iastate.edu or by phone at 515-294-1607.

Go Cyclones!!

Essay Contest

Dear Colleagues,

The Iowa Commission on the Status of Women, Iowa Department of Education, and the State Historical Society of Iowa are sponsoring the Write Women Back Into History annual essay contest. The essay contest serves to celebrate Women's history month--March--and to increase awareness of the contributions made by Iowa women. This year’s theme provides a special opportunity to discover and celebrate women’s work in civil rights and social justice. Young people in grades 6 – 9 are encouraged to choose a woman, preferably from Iowa, from any historical period, past or present, and write about the accomplishments of her life and how she has made a difference to the student and to society in the social justice and civil rights arena. Although Iowa women are preferred and encouraged, the subject of the essay may be a woman from another state or another country.

For more information, the essay guidelines and entry form are located at http://www.women.iowa.gov/about_women/womens_history/essay_contest.html

All the best!
Keli
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Keli Tallman
State 4-H Youth Development Specialist
Iowa 4-H Youth Development
Extension 4-H Youth Building, ISU
Ames, Iowa 50011-3630

4-H Day at the Cyclone's Women's Basketball Game

You are Invited to Attend
4-H Day at the Cyclone Women’s Basketball Game
· WHO: All 4-H members, volunteers, donors, leaders and alumni
· WHAT: ISU Women’s Basketball vs. Kansas (last home game & senior night)
· WHEN: March 7, 2009 7:00pm
· WHERE: Hilton Coliseum, Ames
· COST: $10/person (Includes admission to game, drink, hotdog and an exclusive Cyclone 4-H t-shirt)

Bring the whole club or family!
All 4-H supporters are invited to attend at the discount rate.

Get your tickets today!
Go to http://www.ticketmaster.com/promo/t16bgz
Click on FIND TICKETS
Select the number of tickets under IOWA 4-H PROMOTION
Enter code IOWA4H to receive this discount.

If you are attending with your club or county, notify Shelly Greving at shellyg@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-1607 and you will be recognized as a group attending the game.

Please Note: There is a Cyclone Men’s Basketball game at 12:45pm that same day. This discount does not apply to this game, however you are more than welcome to attend that game as well

Community Service/Woodworking opportunity

Natalie Anderson from the Des Moines Public Schools has contacted me, she has a family that is in dire need of a wheelchair ramp for their house. If there is an interested 4-H'er or 4-H Club that would be willing to do this as either a woodworking/community service project feel free to contact her at 242-7552.