The Green Thumb Gardening class series will give you the practical knowledge to keep your home garden thriving! University of Wisconsin Extension educators and local horticulture experts will provide in depth and accessible information for everyone from the novice to the experienced gardener. REGISTER NOW! In Spring 2019, classes will be held Thursday evenings, Feb. 21st – […]
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Science-based pest management strategies to integrate beneficial insects back into crops, orchards and gardens for natural pest control. Learn science-based pest management strategies to integrate beneficial insects back into crops, orchards, and gardens for natural pest control. Find out how to support these insects that provide pest control, how common farm and garden practices can […]
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Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity? Join us at the Richard Dilley Tax Center this upcoming tax season.
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You are cordially invited to attend the 2019 Winter Seminar Series. My goal is to offer educational sessions that will allow you to improve the quality of service and the profitability of your horticultural business. Although this course is designed for professionals in the horticulture industry, all interested individuals are welcome. There are four weekly […]
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We are excited to welcome two new colleagues to Dane County UW-Extension. Both will be working in our Positive Youth Development Institute. Lisa Curley, Dane County 4-H Program Coordinator, comes to UW-Extension with more than 20 years of leadership development experience with non-profits and a passion for youth development. She delights in helping youth and volunteers […]
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Master Gardener Volunteer Training is designed to provide student volunteers a solid foundation in many aspects of horticulture to assist in their community service activities. Spots are available for the 2019 training. Click here to sign up!
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COUNTY OF DANE Department of Emergency Management JOE PARISI, County Executive CHARLES A. TUBBS, SR., Director Dane County’s Emergency Notification System is used to alert people and provide important information during an emergency. In the event of an emergency, officials can identify the affected area and send a message that describes the situation and recommends […]
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Heavy rains and the flowing water that results can contaminate plants growing in the garden and create a food safety hazard. As floodwater moves into your garden, it can carry raw sewage overflow, farm and domestic animal waste, river or pond water, and agricultural run-off, all of which can be sources of human pathogens such […]
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Elected officials, appointed member of a local government unit, and facilitators of formal bodies that operate under Robert’s Rules of Order will find it essential to understand the nuances of parliamentary procedure. UW-Extension’s Local Government Center recently produced a series of brief videos that offer guidance on four critical and sometimes confusing topics related to parliamentary procedure including: Calling the Question […]
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The following students have been selected to receive a scholarship from the John T. Lyle Memorial Trust Fund for the 2018-2019 school year. The scholarships are awarded annually to Dane County students who have a career goal in agriculture or a related field, exhibit a strong sense of community volunteerism and service, maintain high grades, […]
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